Hidden away in a secluded valley crowned by 6 hectares of flowering cornflowers and poppies and with sweeping views across the forest of Chinon and the river Indre, the remarkable gardens of La Chatonniere are a carefully guarded secret. The owner Béatrice de Andia and her award winning head gardener Ahmed Azéroual have combined their skills to realise their vision and created a series of eleven enchanting terraced gardens open to the public. The gardens vary in style and atmosphere; they awaken the senses, evoking feelings of wonder, charm and contemplation. Like a jeweled necklace adorning a pretty women's neck they dazzle and enchant one. One is struck with admiration by the beauty of the designs, the colours of the leaf shaped vegetable garden, the patterns of the live willow woven pergolas, and the heady perfume of the 4000 planted roses. Follow the path and discover the gardens of Silence, Senses, Intelligence, Sciences, Romances, Fragrances, Elegance, Exuberance, Abundance, Wonder and Luxuriance.
In 2008 two new gardens have been created, of which the Garden of Luxuriance exclusively planted with David Austin English roses! A precious gem which is waiting to be discovered!
