Les Jardins d'Epicure

We had booked this hotel as a an end to our holiday in France. The check in was the most unwelcoming I’ve ever had, no information about the hotel was given, the restaurant, spa and bar was closed. Our room was in a converted stable block, it was dark and dusty. There was a voss mineral water bottle in the room the seal was broken and the bottle top was dirty, this had clearly been refilled with tap water. We were told if we took the bottle from the room we would be charged €30!!! I didn’t even want to drink from that dirty bottle!! Mid afternoon the gardener started to burn laurel leaves, which smoked out the garden and our room. This smoky fire went on all night and in the morning we had puffy eyes and coughs from the smoke in our room. At this point we wanted to check out and cancel our 2nd night. The people who run this hotel seem to have little concern for their guests in our opinion. The lady on checkout was much more helpful and understood how bad our experience had been. She reduced the room rate and checked us out with an apology. Never again, despite its looks, it felt pretentious and unwelcoming.

Tucked away amidst the verdant expanses of picturesque countryside lies a gem of a hotel, a mere 10-minute drive from the enchanting village of Giverny. From the moment you set eyes on Les Jardins d'Épicure, it's evident that this place is the very definition of idyllic. The location itself is nothing short of dreamy. Imagine waking up to the gentle sounds of nature, with panoramas of the countryside stretching as far as the eye can see. And with its close proximity to Giverny, art and history enthusiasts will find it a convenient base to explore the erstwhile home of the famed artist, Claude Monet. Yet, what truly sets Les Jardins d'Épicure apart is not just its surroundings, but the impeccable attention to detail within its walls. The establishment is a masterclass in harmonizing luxury with coziness. Each room has been thoughtfully designed, offering both comfort and elegance in equal measure. But no review of Les Jardins d'Épicure would be complete without a nod to its heart and soul – the wonderful staff. Their genuine warmth, combined with an unmatched professionalism, ensures that every guest feels right at home. They are ever-present, yet unobtrusive, always ready to assist and enhance your stay.

We stayed one night in villa Florentine. The building is old and has an interesting history. The rooms look like they have been renovated quite recently. The river that runs through the grounds is very picturesque and was a nice place to cool down after our long bicycle ride on Avenue Verte during the heatwave. The only problem was the food or rather the lack of it - the village/town was deserted, and the hotel's restaurant closed during our stay (Mondays and Tuesdays). For those arriving by car it's probably less of a problem but if you just cycled 60km in a 34C heat, the last thing you want is add another 20km in search for something to eat. There were other quirks like wifi access for guests was limited to 24hrs.

Une très belle expérience pour nos 20 ans de mariage. Le cadre est magnifique, paisible et verdoyant, propice à la détente. Accueil chaleureux, service attentionné, personnel discret et professionnel. Les assiettes sont aussi belles que délicieuses, la cuisine fine et savoureuse, avec des accords mets et vins parfaitement maîtrisés. Un grand bravo au chef et à l’équipe pour ce moment suspendu. Une adresse à découvrir sans hésiter !

Nous avons passé une nuit dans les anciennes écuries de l’hôtel. La chambre est confortable, bien qu’un peu âgée. Nous avons eu un peu chaud car la chambre n’est pas climatisée, et assez bruyante. Le petit déjeuner est de bonne qualité et varié, à un juste prix. Le tout agrémenté d’un magnifique parc arboré dans lequel nous pouvions nous promener avec notre petit chien. C’est l’atout principal de l’hôtel. Attention cependant à ne pas dîner au restaurant, il est très cher et la qualité est médiocre.

Week-end romantique pour la saint Valentin dans la chambre vue sur le ciel. Superbe accueil de la réceptionniste, très professionnel, agréable et souriante. Chambre propre et très jolie décoration. Simple et lumineuse. Restauration sur place, cuisine très fine et délicieuse. Personnel très agréable et serviable. Petit déjeuner extrêmement copieux. Le cadre de cet établissement correspond tout à fait à ce qu’on cherchait. Cosi, chaleureux, intime, romantique, calme. Merci à tout le personnel pour son accueil, sa gentillesse et sa discrétion.