B&B Le Rideux

Just to be clear, I never stayed here. I cancelled after the owners’ attitude about a “pet friendly bnb” and basic hospitality put me off. I was told I might not need to bring my own bed sheets, which made me wonder if I was booking a campsite or a night in a B&B. Breakfast would cost an extra €15. I’ve travelled a lot and never had a B&B charge extra for breakfast, though I have at hotels. Even a simple question about whether dogs were allowed got a less and less pleasant answer, followed by a long list of things my dog wasn’t allowed to do that night. It was basically everything except breathing. The person welcoming us said the dog would be best off waiting in the car, and the message was written in a really bossy, commanding tone. I still feel sorry about their “professional approach”. There are plenty of other lovely places and wonderful people in Ardennes.

There’s a lot to enjoy here: a varied breakfast buffet, a lovely dining room and terrace with a view, and a friendly welcome. The owners are generally polite and pleasant. It’s child-friendly, parking is plentiful, and you can rent a jacuzzi, sauna, or Vespa. The grounds are spacious, with a beautiful garden, little soccer field, vegetable patch with home-grown produce, swimming pond, and several terraces. I think every room has a lovely view. The rooms are nicely furnished and have enough modern comforts, and the mattresses are good. My only small wish is for each person to have a matching pillow. I have very few complaints otherwise. I think B&B Le Rideux has been around for a good three years. I’d rate it 9.5/10. When I ask myself if I’d return, the answer is a resounding yes.

The complex is fantastic, with a view down into the valley, and the location is handy for nearby cycling routes. Our room was lovely, clean, and had a wood-burning stove; the beds were good too. Breakfast was tasty and very complete, served by a lovely hostess. We’ll definitely be back!

The garden’s organic vegetables go straight from the plot to your plate, and there’s a relaxing lounge, a swimming pond, and a breathtaking view. Everything’s peaceful and quiet, with a warm welcome and friendly service. Breakfast was delicious too. TIP: sign up for the tasty dinner, served twice a week. Highly recommended!