After three weeks of touring France and trying very hard to communicate with very little French it was nice to be able to stay in such a beautiful location in a wonderful old home with such a friendly host. Thanks Eleanor for the comfortable bed and all the local information. Nigel Tasmania More

What a find. A random search of the internet found us Maison Bellachonne - who'd have known that we'd find a place that we can't wait to return to and will gladly recommend to everyone who fancies a taste of la belle France. From the glorious stair case that catches your eye the moment you arrive to the oh-so-tastefully decorated... More

When visiting a new location in a country where you speak little of the language, the ideal for me is that I stay in a hotel or a guest-house where I'm made to feel instantly at home; taking away a little of those nerves. Maison Bellachonne is that place. Eleanor (Scottish as well!) and John are the loveliest of hosts... More

Elanor and John proved to be the warmest of hosts. The Maison Bellachonne is a beautiful home set at the heart of Bellac and offers a perfect base for house hunters and trekkers. The rooms have been carefully presented and evoke a sense of home and comfort one rarely finds in a typical hotel. Breakfast is more than sufficient to... More

What a find! A B&B which combines comfort and location with charm and character. I had a very spacious and comfortable room with ensuite and a view overlooking the lovely Bellac countryside. Perfect location in the centre of the town, within easy walking distance to sights and shops and yet very peaceful for sleeping. The owners are a warm, welcoming... More

We came from a sheep farm in Australia to visit a friend on a sheep farm in Bellac but enjoyed having our own room at this beautiful bnb for 2 nights. Eleanor and John were welcoming and provided all our needs including a breakfast tray on our last morning when we had to leave so early. The 3 course dinner... More

Prior to our journey from Cherbourg to the south of France we booked into Maison Bellachonne for one night. We were warmly greeted and shown to a charming room. As it was a Wednesday in late September all the restaurants were closed but Eleanor and John kindly allowed us to eat our 'carry out pizza' (hunger really is a great... More

We found this B & B while looking for somewhere to break up our drive south. Like other reviewers, we phoned "last minute" and were able to secure a room for that evening. Our room was extremely big by French standards and had a great view over the countryside. As we were staying in the shoulder season, dining options were... More

stayed at Maison Bellachonne in April of this year. had a beautiful family room on the top floor with excellent views overlooking the church ! both Eleanor and John were extremely knowledgeable and nothig was too much trouble. as the weather was fabulous we were able to sit out in the back garden on a couple of occasions. the breakfast... More