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Chateau Choices France (Peg's Top Picks - A)
A1. Hotel Château de Fère
Route de Fismes, Champagne
02130 Fère-en-Tardenois
near Reims 50km, France
Email: FereILA@ila-chateau.com
http://chateaudefere.com/blog/
Deserving top spot for one of Ron and Peggy's favorites, Chateau de Fere will take your breath away. From their Website: “The French aristocracy has always known how to live well. The food the royals and nobles ate became the envy of the world, the love affairs they conducted turned into legendary tales of passion, and the castles and palaces they built were some of the most beautiful in the world.
Today, many of these castles and palaces are still havens of luxury and privilege, but they cater to a rather different clientele - the hotel guest. A combination of conservation and enterprise has transformed many of these historic buildings into luxury hotels, offering a taste of the good life which is distinctly French in flavour.
Chateau de Fere is just an hour and a half's drive from Paris on the way to Reims. It is surrounded by manicured lawns and set in a deep forest, and used to be a stop-over for royal groups on their way to the superb Reims Gothic Cathedral.
With a ratio of one staff member for every two guests, Chateau de Fere truly pampers those who stay there. The Chateau itself has magnificently appointed rooms and apartments which provide some of the most elegant accommodation in this area of France. Service is impeccable. A kitchen brigade under the watchful eye of a master chef ensures that guests can try the best local dishes.............”
(Excerpt from Singapore Tatler, by Walter Glaser - www.walterglaser.com)
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| Chateau d'Fere |
We have enjoyed two stays at this brilliant example of France's most unique Chateaux. Perfect location if you want to tour WWI battlefields or Champaign houses near Reims.To offer some history on the Chateau, Set in the romantic village of Fère-en-Tardenois in the province of Champagne, the castle welcomes guests from around the world with its elegant gardens surrounded by forest, there are actually two castles on the grounds. One, the Château de Fère was built in 1206 by Robert de Dreux, grandson of Louis VI. Now in ruins, it serves as a backdrop to the newer 16th century castle, the Hostellerie du Château, a majestic and fully restored hotel that invites you to share its rich history and walk in the paths of kings.
The Château's magnificently appointed 6 apartments, 19 rooms and excellent conference facilities offer you luxury befitting a five star hotel. The superb dining room with its panelled walls, chandeliered ceilings, crystal and elegant silverware is a regional favorite. To complement the exquisite cuisine is a remarkable selection of 20,000 bottles of fine wine, housed in the labyrinth of tunnels below the Château. The guest suites are appointed with collectables envied by those who appreciate the finer things. Tastefully arranged paintings, wall hangings, and lamps are matched to the grace of the Château itself. Modern luxuries include spa baths. A feast for the senses. A time for reflection . . . with service fit for kings.
...An Exciting King's Story...
Playground of King François I and his comrade Commander-in-Chief of the Armies Anne de Montmorency.
Fère-en-Tardenois was
constructed between 1206 and 1260 as a fortified castle by Robert de Dreux,
grandson of Louis VI, King of France. Little is know of it except that it
belonged to the royal family Valois-Orléans-Angoulême from 1328 to 1528 when it
was given by Louise of Savoy, mother of François I, to Anne de Montmorency,
Governor Général of France and Chancellor to six kings from Louis XII to
Charles IX.
A warrior, diplomat,minister, devotee of the arts, Montmorency was the most powerful man in all France next to the king. He was in possession of six hundred feudal properties, one hundred thirty châteaux and baronies, four mansions in Paris and numerous other holdings.
Though his five sons and seven daughters, all married into the highest families of the land, he was able to keep his finger on the nation's pulse. Builder of exquisite chateaux at Chantilly and Ecouen, he undertook to create at Fère-en-Tardenois a country seat of relaxation. He mainly ordered the monumental bridge that still stands in the garden of the château to be thrown across the moat. Crossing this beautiful bridge one reaches the ruins of eight huge towers.
The château passed to the son of the great Connétable Montmorency and then to his grandson Henry II, whose plot to overthrow Richelieu lost him his head at Toulouse in 1632, as well as confiscation of Fère-en-Tardenois.
Louis XIII returned the castle to Henry's daughter, Charlotte de Montmorency. (Henry IV had once so passionately loved her that he almost fought the King of Spain to retrieve her when, on her wedding night, she fled to Belgium with her husband, Prince de Condé, in order to avoid the King's advances).
The castle was finally inherited by Philip Egalité. So anxious was he for the approval of Republicans that he ordered to demolish partially his own château at Fère. To further his political ambitions he sold the furnishings and fixtures. Those which remained were taken to public auction by his creditors in 1793.
This ended the glorious era of Fère-en-Tardenois. In 1863, the present chateau, once a wing of the Royal castle, was restored and converted to a hotel in 1956.
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| The ruins are more than historical, but a place to explore, relax and enjoy the surroundings. |
Paris 115 km • Calais 290 km • Bruges 280 km
Brussels 300 km • Karlsruhe 460 km
Luxembourg City 280 km • Mâcon 460 km
90 minutes drive from Roissy-CDG airport (110 km)
From Paris A4 exit Château-Thierry
American WW1 Cemetery nearby
Owner: Richard Bliah
Number of Rooms / Suites: 20 / 9
Rates: from 150 € / from 350 € (single or double occupancy)
Buffet Breakfast: 22 € per person
Restaurant: menus and a la carte (closed only for lunch on Mondays)
Annual Closing: From January 1st (after the brunch) until February 3rd
Helipad (GPS): N 49° 13' 21" E 003° 32' 15"
Rates are subject to change based on season and availability.
My Chateau Negotiated Rates: We can negotiate rates on your behalf if your stay will exceed two nights.
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A2. CHATEAU DE LA CHEVRE D'OR
RUE DU BARRI
06360 EZE VILLAGE
Tel : +33492106666
Fax : +33493410672
Email : reservation@chevredor.com
Website : http://www.chevredor.com
CHECK IN: 3 pm
CHECK OUT: 12 noon
Booking conditions:
In order to secure your booking, a minimum of one night deposit is required.
Cancellation notice:
Low season: 07 days minimum prior to arrival date.
High season: 15 days minimum prior to arrival date.
Cancellation fee: 61 euros.
A Personal Note: We have on several holidays enjoyed nights at this enchanting oasis high above the sea. Our memories are profound and we long to return. The beauty is almost surreal and to wake up with the views you will have is priceless. We further enjoyed our meals, both pools and the ability to enjoy Eze after the crouds fade away.
FROM THEIR WEBSITE:
La Chèvre d'Or in the medieval city of Eze sits between the sky and the Mediterranean Sea and offers a rare, warm, family-friendly atmosphere. Thirty rooms and seven suites scattered along the heart of the mediaeval village, most with a sea view and each with
different architecture, size and decoration. Behind their elegant decor, all rooms are fully equipped with every modern comfort (air-conditioning, jacuzzi bath, minibar, in-room safe, satellite TV, wireless internet).
Some fine houses like Le Château de la Chèvre d’Or, once home to the Riquiers family and later to Prince Wilhelm of Sweden, have been transformed into artists' studios and art galleries.
It is easy to imagine the donkeys climbing up from the surrounding countryside in the last century, weighed down with figs, olives and Eze mandarin oranges. The decoration in the choir of Notre-Dame-de-l’Assomption church dates back to the Baroque period and the church boasts an Egyptian cross that immerses Eze in the mysteries of the goddess Isis. At the top of the village, the exotic garden created in 1949 by Jean Gastaud adorns this gorgeous site with aloes, euphorbias and cactus.
Le Château de La Chèvre d'Or is a timeless place, filled with the magic of a legend that has been told many times.
In Provence La Chèvre d’Or or "Golden Goat" is a mythical animal that has inspired many tales, such as Paul Arène's novel “La Chèvre d’Or”, published in 1889. Legend has it that in Eze, the Yugoslavian violinist Zlatko Balokovic, who was visiting the village, allowed himself to be led by a goat with a golden coat to an old farmhouse, which he restored to create the famous Château de la Chèvre d’Or.
But legends abound in this place, which is steeped in history; according to one of them, the Relais & Châteaux hotel owes its name to its first owner.
A farmer by trade, she reared goats, whose milk she used to sell each week in the market in Nice; apparently she used to hide her income, all in gold pieces, behind the stones of a wall. When the building was restored, her treasure, which had lain untouched for years, was found.
The hotel was then named after the treasure trove to keep the story alive. The Chèvre d’Or is a star in its own right, a unique jewel that sparkles high up over the Mediterranean. The passion and culture it has inherited from its pioneers have sent it soaring skywards to become part of the finest hotel association in the world. In 1953, Robert Wolf fell in love with Le Château de La Chèvre d’Or and converted it into a restaurant. He then bought a number of houses in the village to provide accommodation. The hotel became one of the six stops on the "Route du Bonheur", which later became the Relais et Châteaux Association.
The hotel's various owners since then have all increased the number of rooms dotted around the mediaeval village. As a result, Le Château de La Chèvre d’Or now has 37 rooms and suites.
The restaurant was awarded its first star in the Michelin Guide thanks to the work of Mr Pernet. Elie Mazot, who took over in the kitchens, was to maintain its excellent reputation and its Michelin star for over 20 years. Jean Marc Delacourt took over from Elie Mazot in 1998 and further recognition was quick to follow, with the restaurant being awarded its second Michelin star in 2000. In 2003, a young and talented chef, Philippe Labbé joined to maintain the 2 Michelin stars. And 2010 saw the arrival of another great Chef, Mr Fabrice VULIN.
Princes and princesses, artists, politicians and actors including Walt Disney, Lauren Bacall, Marlene Dietrich, Elizabeth Taylor, Marisa Berenson, Humphrey Bogart, Roger Moore, Tony Curtis, Clint Eastwood and Robert de Niro have all stayed at Le Château de La Chèvre d’Or.
• La Chèvre d’Or - ***** hotel
• Relais et Châteaux since 1956
• Traditions et Qualité - Grande Table du Monde
• Virtuoso Best Dining Experience 2007, CondéNast Traveller 2010 Gold List,
T+L "500 World's Best Hotels"
• 30 rooms, 6 Suites and 1 Presidential suite
• “La Chèvre d’Or” gourmet restaurant (2 Michelin stars)
• “Les Remparts” Mediterranean terrace restaurant (lunch only)
• "Le Café du Jardin" for relaxed lunches
• "EDEN" mediterranean terrace restaurant (dinner only)
• Bar and terrace with panoramic views
• Private gardens
• Heated swimming pool with sea views and outdoor jacuzzi
• Fitness room
• Massage room and beauty treatments
• Teak sun-decks
• 2 meeting rooms
• Complimentary Valet Parking and Luggage handling service
• Limousine service
• Concierge service and reception open 24/7
Le Château de la Chèvre d’Or is located between Monaco and Nice in the
heart of the medieval village of Eze-Village. 360°View
GPS - Minutes Seconds: 43°43’37’’.93 N , 7°21’42.20’’ E
GPS - Decimal WGS84: 43.7276883, 7.3622229BY AIR
Nice international airport is located on the western side of Nice famous
sea drive, the Promenade des Anglais. Le Château de la Chèvre d’Or is
only 30 minutes from Nice airport (18 km), direct motorway exit and
access road (follow Eze Village).
www.nice.aeroport.fr
BY RAIL
The most practical train station is Nice Ville (12 km).
BY CAR
From Nice, on the A8 motorway, exit La Turbie, Moyenne Corniche,
direction to Eze-Village.
When arriving at the bottom of the village between both public open air
car parks, just drive directly up to the hotel entrance gate. No cars
allowed within the mediaeval village.
TRANSFERS
Our concierge will be happy to arrange car, limo or minibus transfers to
the airport or to arrange rental car hire for you.
Distance from Eze-Village to:
Monaco: 9 km
Nice: 12 km
Menton: 15 km
Saint Jean Cap Ferrat: 8 km
Antibes – Juan-les-Pins: 30 km
Cannes: 45 km
Saint-Tropez: 115 km
Avignon: 275 km
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A3. Château d'Ermenonville
60950 Ermenonville, France
Tel.: +33 (0)3 44 54 00 26
Website: http://www.chateau-ermenonville.com/
Email: ermenonville@leshotelsparticuliers.com
FROM THEIR WEBSITE.
Located in the heart of a stunning forest overlooking Jean-Jacques Rousseau Park and surrounded by a moat, this magnificent mansion, reflected in the water of the Launette river, happily combines comfort with a pastoral ambiance.
The architecture includes standards of aesthetics from the age of enlightenment; the interior combines the majesty of the hall, elegance of the restaurant in remarkable wood panelled lounges and the calm and views from bedrooms overlooking the gardens.
Open all year round, enjoy the terrace and the enormous park as weather permits. Remember to set aside part of your stay to visit the historical monuments surrounding the estate.
Historical Facts
A site that has never ceased to be ahead of its time, it has witnessed the evolution of society throughout the centuries.
The middle ages: The lords of Senlis, “grand masters of wine” for the first kings of France, erected a fortress at the Levis bridge in the middle of the swamp in Ermenonville, bolted to the road by 4 control towers.
1351: End of feudalism. The lords of Senlis sell to Robert de Lorris. First great revolution in France: the peasant’s revolt. Peasants, driven to desperation by poverty, set fire to Ermenonville castle.
The Modern ages: Louis XI – Henri IV and Dominique de Vic
1474: Louis XI often stays at Ermenonville castle. The end of the 16th century is a painful time. Religious wars, epidemics and famine bring the country to ruin. At Ermenonville there are no remaining lords. Dominique de Vic, a soldier, ‘the knight with the wooden leg’, buys the castle. King Henri IV, a good friend of Dominique de Vic, often comes to relax at Ermenonville castle, where he joins ‘the most beautiful woman of the kingdom’, Gabrielle d’Estrees.
1600-1700: The Vic family keep ownership of the castle for a century and a half. Passed through marriage to the Lambards who transform the castle in the first half of the 18th century.
1754: The Lombards sell Ermenonville to one of King Louis XV’s richest financiers, Rene Hatte, tax collector. Thanks to his considerable fortune, he is responsible for Ermenonville’s metamorphosis.
1766: The Marquis René de Girardin, René Hatte’s grandson, inherits Ermenonville castle. He creates a garden where he alone is visionary, creator, designer and patron. People come from all over the world to see the gardens surrounding the castle.
1778: Inspired by the gardens, Jean-Jacques Rousseau spends 6 weeks in Ermenonvillle in complete serenity. He passed away on the 2nd of July 1778, and René de Girardin has him buried in the isle of poplars.
1880: Ermenonville castle is sold to Prince Radziwill by Giraradin’s heirs.
1927: Death of Léon Radziwill and dissolution of the estate. Au Midi park is sold to the Touring Club de France and is renamed: Jean Jacques Rousseau park.
1942: The castle and North park are sold to Ettore Bugatti.
1964: Hispano-Suiza buy the Bugatti factory and put the castle on the market, it is bought by a financial company. The castle goes through various stages: retirement home, restaurant and cult headquarters.
1991: To the great pleasure of clients and inhabitants attached to the castle, the “Les Hôtels Particuliers” group become owners and manages it in full respect of its history.
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A4. Château des Monthairons
26 Route de Verdun
55 320 LES MONTHAIRONS
Tel : +33 3 29 87 78 55
Fax : +33 3 29 87 73 49
Website: http://www.chateaudesmonthairons.fr/en/index.php
Email:accueil@chateaudesmonthairons.fr
The middle ages: The lords of Senlis, “grand masters of wine” for the first kings of France, erected a fortress at the Levis bridge in the middle of the swamp in Ermenonville, bolted to the road by 4 control towers.
1351: End of feudalism. The lords of Senlis sell to Robert de Lorris. First great revolution in France: the peasant’s revolt. Peasants, driven to desperation by poverty, set fire to Ermenonville castle.
The Modern ages: Louis XI – Henri IV and Dominique de Vic
1474: Louis XI often stays at Ermenonville castle. The end of the 16th century is a painful time. Religious wars, epidemics and famine bring the country to ruin. At Ermenonville there are no remaining lords. Dominique de Vic, a soldier, ‘the knight with the wooden leg’, buys the castle. King Henri IV, a good friend of Dominique de Vic, often comes to relax at Ermenonville castle, where he joins ‘the most beautiful woman of the kingdom’, Gabrielle d’Estrees.
1600-1700: The Vic family keep ownership of the castle for a century and a half. Passed through marriage to the Lambards who transform the castle in the first half of the 18th century.
1754: The Lombards sell Ermenonville to one of King Louis XV’s richest financiers, Rene Hatte, tax collector. Thanks to his considerable fortune, he is responsible for Ermenonville’s metamorphosis.
1766: The Marquis René de Girardin, René Hatte’s grandson, inherits Ermenonville castle. He creates a garden where he alone is visionary, creator, designer and patron. People come from all over the world to see the gardens surrounding the castle.
1778: Inspired by the gardens, Jean-Jacques Rousseau spends 6 weeks in Ermenonvillle in complete serenity. He passed away on the 2nd of July 1778, and René de Girardin has him buried in the isle of poplars.
1880: Ermenonville castle is sold to Prince Radziwill by Giraradin’s heirs.
1927: Death of Léon Radziwill and dissolution of the estate. Au Midi park is sold to the Touring Club de France and is renamed: Jean Jacques Rousseau park.
1942: The castle and North park are sold to Ettore Bugatti.
1964: Hispano-Suiza buy the Bugatti factory and put the castle on the market, it is bought by a financial company. The castle goes through various stages: retirement home, restaurant and cult headquarters.
1991: To the great pleasure of clients and inhabitants attached to the castle, the “Les Hôtels Particuliers” group become owners and manages it in full respect of its history.
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A4. Château des Monthairons
26 Route de Verdun
55 320 LES MONTHAIRONS
Tel : +33 3 29 87 78 55
Fax : +33 3 29 87 73 49
Website: http://www.chateaudesmonthairons.fr/en/index.php
Email:accueil@chateaudesmonthairons.fr
We love it here not only because the Chateau and grounds are so lovely to walk around, but it reflects a quiet regal elegance amidst the countryside where WWI left so many scars. As WWI enthusiasts our holidays typically require some days dedicated to visiting the battlefields and trenches and this is yet one more location that could serve as your backdrop for a restful night sleep in luxury after an afternoon recounting history.
FROM THEIR WEBSITE:
he River Meuse flows along the eastern side of the 14-hectare estate. Within the fully-enclosed grounds are two chapels and a heronry in which the birds nest in spring. A delightful legend (of unknown origin) has it that the presence of herons gave the village and country house in Les Monthairons their names. Certainly in 2008, 44 herons' nests were found here in spring according to a member of the Ligue pour la protection des oiseaux (French society for the protection of birds). And as you stroll through the trees, you might also come across kingfishers out looking for fish.
From the grounds, there is a superb view of the house. Why not enjoy a snack on the terrace or relax on the loungers and enjoy the babbling water and song of the birds.
A wide meander of the Meuse flows past the eastern side of the estate. It is said that the course of the river was changed by an earlier lord of the manor to improve his estate.
The house was purchased by the Thouvenin family in 1985 and, since 1989, they can be proud of having brought back to life the beautiful stonework steeped in history.
The Château des Monthairons lies 12 kms to the south of Verdun on the Verdun/Saint-Mihiel road (D34). From the A4 motorway:
Airport: Metz (regional airport) 65 kms
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A5. CHATEAU DE LA BOURDAISIERE
37270 Montlouis sur Loire
Tel : +33 2 47 45 16 31; Fax : +33 2 47 45 09 11
Contact : Prince de Broglie
http://www.labourdaisiere.com/en/Home.html
Before reality television took hold as it does today, MTV's 1st 'Real World' episode was filmed here to the dismay of Prince Broglie. We had the fortune of staying here before it became famous. It was one of the first Chateaux we stayed in, and happened to be a cold rainy period in Normandy and the Loire Valley.
A 15th-century chateau in a 140 acre park between Tours and Amboise, built by Francois the Firsth for his favourite. Spacious guestrooms with refined decor. A calm and luxurious location for exploring the Chateaux of the Loire. La Bourdaisière is a unique Historical Monument (14th to 16th century) at the heart of the Chateaus of the Loire, situated between Tours and Amboise, at 7km from the TGV station in St Pierre-des-Corps.
The Hôtel with its 29 rooms, in 55 hectares of enclosed estate grounds it has extraordinary gardens of which the famous ‘Tomato conservatory’ and the ‘Dahlia Color’, vines, aromatic and medicinal plant gardens, and an amazing orchard. Within a few years it has become a Nature School for all , renovated and redecorated in 2010 and 2011 by the current owner, Prince Louis Albert de Broglie, nicknamed the ‘Prince Gardener’, The Château de la Bourdaisière surprises with its ‘Tomato Bar’, an open-air kitchen for you to taste everything that comes from the garden, the ultimate expression of freshness and variety on your plate, the most unusual juices and the simplest and most unctuous recipes.
La Bourdaisière also offers all the refinement and the services of a grand hôtel: a swimming pool, a tennis court, a fitness circuit, a horse riding club on the edge of the estate grounds, and very many other activities outside the chateau. A team impassioned by the uniqueness and the exceptional character of this place will welcome you. Come and stay at la Bourdaisière with family or friends, or in a professional capacity to discover the chateaus of the Loire, to relax, or to work in peace, or even to live those romantic moments, of calm and happiness.
A nature school and a new ‘art de vivre’, such are the promises of this château which reawakens the spirit of large comfortable houses of centuries past.
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A6. CHATEAU DE MONTVILLARGENNE HOTEL****
6, Avenue François-Mathet
60270 GOUVIEUX-CHANTILLY, FRANCE
Tél : +33 (0) 3 44 62 37 37
http://www.chateaudemontvillargenne.com/
From their Website: Experience the 4-star Chateau de
Montvillargenne hotel, surrounded by the Chantilly
Forest, 35 km north of Paris and just 25 minutes
from Roissy Charles de Gaulle Airport.
Picture the largest chateau hotel in France, set in a 15 acres park and built in the Norman style in the last century by the Rothschild family. The Chateau de Montvillargenne with its verdant setting is the perfect destination for a romantic weekend near Paris or a wedding in France. This chateau hotel just outside Paris also hosts international conferences.
This large chateau hotel in France offers a range of quality facilities and services :
40, avenue Paul-Vaillant-Couturier
51430 Tinqueux, France
Telephone : +33(0)3 26 84 64 64
il : Assiette.champenoise@wanadoo.fr http://www.assiettechampenoise.com/
Route de Pfaffenheim
68250 Rouffach, Alsace
France
http://chateaudisenbourg.com/index.html
FROM THEIR WEBSITE:
he River Meuse flows along the eastern side of the 14-hectare estate. Within the fully-enclosed grounds are two chapels and a heronry in which the birds nest in spring. A delightful legend (of unknown origin) has it that the presence of herons gave the village and country house in Les Monthairons their names. Certainly in 2008, 44 herons' nests were found here in spring according to a member of the Ligue pour la protection des oiseaux (French society for the protection of birds). And as you stroll through the trees, you might also come across kingfishers out looking for fish.
From the grounds, there is a superb view of the house. Why not enjoy a snack on the terrace or relax on the loungers and enjoy the babbling water and song of the birds.
HISTORY OF THE HOUSE
The Château des Monthairons was built in 1857-1859 for Charles-Henri de la Cour on the site of the old manor that the family had owned since 1685. The family produced a brilliant general, Nicolas de la Cour, and a famous prior who reformed the Benedictine order, Dom Didier de la Cour. He was beatified and is buried in the family chapel next to the house.A wide meander of the Meuse flows past the eastern side of the estate. It is said that the course of the river was changed by an earlier lord of the manor to improve his estate.
The house was purchased by the Thouvenin family in 1985 and, since 1989, they can be proud of having brought back to life the beautiful stonework steeped in history.
The Château des Monthairons lies 12 kms to the south of Verdun on the Verdun/Saint-Mihiel road (D34). From the A4 motorway:
- From the Paris-Reims direction (15 kms): take exit No. 30 "Voie Sacrée" and turn onto the RN35 road to "Lemmes" then onto the RD204 to "Senoncourt". From there, take the RD159 road to "Ancemont" and, finally, the RD34 to "Les Monthairons".
- From the Metz-Strasbourg direction (5 kms): take exit No. 31 "Verdun" then turn onto the RD 964 road to "Saint-Mihiel". From there, take the RD159 to "Ancemont" then the RD34 to "Les Monthairons".
Airport: Metz (regional airport) 65 kms
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A5. CHATEAU DE LA BOURDAISIERE
37270 Montlouis sur Loire
Tel : +33 2 47 45 16 31; Fax : +33 2 47 45 09 11
Contact : Prince de Broglie
http://www.labourdaisiere.com/en/Home.html
Before reality television took hold as it does today, MTV's 1st 'Real World' episode was filmed here to the dismay of Prince Broglie. We had the fortune of staying here before it became famous. It was one of the first Chateaux we stayed in, and happened to be a cold rainy period in Normandy and the Loire Valley.
A 15th-century chateau in a 140 acre park between Tours and Amboise, built by Francois the Firsth for his favourite. Spacious guestrooms with refined decor. A calm and luxurious location for exploring the Chateaux of the Loire. La Bourdaisière is a unique Historical Monument (14th to 16th century) at the heart of the Chateaus of the Loire, situated between Tours and Amboise, at 7km from the TGV station in St Pierre-des-Corps.
The Hôtel with its 29 rooms, in 55 hectares of enclosed estate grounds it has extraordinary gardens of which the famous ‘Tomato conservatory’ and the ‘Dahlia Color’, vines, aromatic and medicinal plant gardens, and an amazing orchard. Within a few years it has become a Nature School for all , renovated and redecorated in 2010 and 2011 by the current owner, Prince Louis Albert de Broglie, nicknamed the ‘Prince Gardener’, The Château de la Bourdaisière surprises with its ‘Tomato Bar’, an open-air kitchen for you to taste everything that comes from the garden, the ultimate expression of freshness and variety on your plate, the most unusual juices and the simplest and most unctuous recipes.
La Bourdaisière also offers all the refinement and the services of a grand hôtel: a swimming pool, a tennis court, a fitness circuit, a horse riding club on the edge of the estate grounds, and very many other activities outside the chateau. A team impassioned by the uniqueness and the exceptional character of this place will welcome you. Come and stay at la Bourdaisière with family or friends, or in a professional capacity to discover the chateaus of the Loire, to relax, or to work in peace, or even to live those romantic moments, of calm and happiness.
A nature school and a new ‘art de vivre’, such are the promises of this château which reawakens the spirit of large comfortable houses of centuries past.
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A6. CHATEAU DE MONTVILLARGENNE HOTEL****
6, Avenue François-Mathet
60270 GOUVIEUX-CHANTILLY, FRANCE
Tél : +33 (0) 3 44 62 37 37
http://www.chateaudemontvillargenne.com/
Picture the largest chateau hotel in France, set in a 15 acres park and built in the Norman style in the last century by the Rothschild family. The Chateau de Montvillargenne with its verdant setting is the perfect destination for a romantic weekend near Paris or a wedding in France. This chateau hotel just outside Paris also hosts international conferences.
This large chateau hotel in France offers a range of quality facilities and services :
- 120 comfortable rooms decorated in differents styles
- a renowned gourmet restaurant with a sophisticated menu
- an elegant bar with a selection of cocktails
- a wellness centre — with indoor pool, sauna, hammam, fitness room and individual massage booths
- free outdoor car park
History
In 1900, Baroness Jeanne Léonino de Rothschild began the
construction of the Chateau de Montvillargenne, very near the chateau owned by
her mother. To honour her family name, Jeanne had the coat of arms of the
Léoninos - still visible today - carved on the facade, along with that of the
Rothschilds, which has since disappeared. The architecture of the chateau is a
successful combination of regional and foreign styles such as Norman
half-timbering, British windows, roofs from Wurtemburg and balconies in the
style of the Bearn
region.
Some years after Jeanne’s demise in 1929, the chateau became
the World War II headquarters of German troops. The West Wing, destroyed by
Allied bombing, was rebuilt by the Mother Superior of the nuns of the
Sacred-Heart, who transformed the chateau into a convent for novitiates. After
the convent closed in 1969, the building housed a training centre for the arts.
The Chateau de Montvillargenne became a chateau hotel & restaurant in
1985, joining the fleet of hotels belonging to the Vacances Bleues group in
1999.
Wellness and Relaxation:
During your romantic break or meeting, take time out to recharge your
batteries in the Wellness Centre here in our 4 star chateau hotel near Paris. Enjoy unlimited
and free access throughout your stay:
Swimming pool, Steam room, Sauna, Gym, Tennis court, Massage treatment
rooms.
Wellness Centre opening hours: every day 6.30 a.m. to 11
p.m. Take advantage of a wide variety of
activities during your stay at the Chateau de Montvillargenne located in the
outskirts of Paris.
Discover Chantilly woods on a bicycle: tandem
or mountain-bike, bicycle rental available at the reception.
Pool, spa and gym: In fine weather, relax in a deckchair, let
the birds serenade you and admire the turquoise waters of the swimming pool in
this romantic 4-star hotel located in the heart of Chantilly
forest. The Wellness Centre, with its heated indoor pool, is open all year
round, a perfect complement to your romantic break near Paris. Enjoy a cleansing experience in the
sauna or steam room. For the more energetic: gym, tennis court, table-tennis or
table football.
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A7. L'ASSIETTE CHAMPENOISE40, avenue Paul-Vaillant-Couturier
51430 Tinqueux, France
Telephone : +33(0)3 26 84 64 64
il : Assiette.champenoise@wanadoo.fr http://www.assiettechampenoise.com/
L’Assiette Champenoise is a
delightful residence, admist the calm of a 4 acre park just a few miles from
the Champagne vineyards and within minutes of Reims,
is a haven for gourmets. Guests are welcomed into refined luxury, and invited
to sample truly outstanding, personalized Arnaud Lallement's cuisine.
39 suites and rooms offering comfort and charm with a modern touch. We’ll be delighted to welcome you next time you visit Reims. Our suites have recently been refurbished in a very contemporary style, in keeping with the restaurant, bar, and reception.The individual bedrooms retain their more classic appeal. All our rooms have bathrooms with separate WC, minibar, television, Wi-fi, and telephone. Our largest rooms can accommodate a couple and one child (up to 11 years old). Although we do not have a family suite as such, we can always book you adjacent rooms to suit many family situations. The restaurant has got some windows open out on the garden and terrace. On this terrace, The Hotel would be please to serve you. The chef of kitchen works only with food of high quality. Arnaud Lallement unites experience and modernity, tradition and personality. The restaurant is closed on Tuesday at lunch and for dinner and for Wednesday lunch.
39 suites and rooms offering comfort and charm with a modern touch. We’ll be delighted to welcome you next time you visit Reims. Our suites have recently been refurbished in a very contemporary style, in keeping with the restaurant, bar, and reception.The individual bedrooms retain their more classic appeal. All our rooms have bathrooms with separate WC, minibar, television, Wi-fi, and telephone. Our largest rooms can accommodate a couple and one child (up to 11 years old). Although we do not have a family suite as such, we can always book you adjacent rooms to suit many family situations. The restaurant has got some windows open out on the garden and terrace. On this terrace, The Hotel would be please to serve you. The chef of kitchen works only with food of high quality. Arnaud Lallement unites experience and modernity, tradition and personality. The restaurant is closed on Tuesday at lunch and for dinner and for Wednesday lunch.
Accommodations: 4 suites with
jacuzzi and terrace; 4 suites with balcony; 7 large rooms; Gastronomic
restaurant; Bar; 4-acre park; Heated and
covered indoor pool; Champagne tours can be
arranged on request
Culture & Tourism: Reims, one of the most beautiful towns in France ...The family Lallement would like
to invite you to visit Reims, one of the most beautiful towns in France. For its architectural wealth,
with three buildings a thousand years old that have been classified part of the
World Heritage by UNESCO: Notre dame Cathedral, The Tau Palace, The Saint-Remi Basilica with
the Abbey Museum, and Champagne Cellars.
For its 200 kilometers of
galleries that are cut into the chalk, going down to depth of 30 meters, ans
wich are safely storing more than 250 millions bottles of must highly estemed
Champagne, from the very newest to others that were bottled way back in the
last century, and for twenty wine cellars that are open to visitors with or
without an appointement.
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A8. CHATEAU D'ISENBOURG****Route de Pfaffenheim
68250 Rouffach, Alsace
France
http://chateaudisenbourg.com/index.html
From their Website: A striking château in the heart
of Alsace wine country, surrounded by
vineyards with far-reaching views towards the Black Forest,
Château d’Isenbourg is a renowned gastronomic gem on the Alsatian wine route.
French country elegance fills every room. The atmosphere is peaceful with lots
of floral décor and classic furnishings in the guest rooms and suites. Outside,
the pretty gardens form a floral oasis with views over the historic town of
Rouffach.
In contrast to the rustic charm of the nearby towns and villages, the Château d'Isenbourg is a majestic residence. There are 41 guest rooms and suites richly furnished and decorated, superb facilities for relaxation and two dining rooms promising an indulgence level worthy of the confessional! Where there is fine wine, there is fine cuisine and at Château d'Isenbourg you will find both aplenty.
At the Tommeries, you will have access to two restaurant dining rooms with very definite characters. The "Salle panoramique" is largely open onto the terrace and the Clos d'Isenbourg vineyards with the old town in the distance. In a Louis XV style, its crystal chandeliers, beautiful stone flooring and panoramic view give it great elegance. Next door, the "Salle Dagobert", a very high vaulted room dating from the 12th century, charms with its authenticity and Louis XIII décor.
Relax and enjoy a gourmet chocolate back massage in the tranquil spa or try a more conventional Thai-inspired treatment. Dine on sophisticated Alsace cuisine in one of the two dining rooms: Salle Panoramique, which has amazing views, or Salle Dagobert, the 14th century vaulted dining room.
In contrast to the rustic charm of the nearby towns and villages, the Château d'Isenbourg is a majestic residence. There are 41 guest rooms and suites richly furnished and decorated, superb facilities for relaxation and two dining rooms promising an indulgence level worthy of the confessional! Where there is fine wine, there is fine cuisine and at Château d'Isenbourg you will find both aplenty.
At the Tommeries, you will have access to two restaurant dining rooms with very definite characters. The "Salle panoramique" is largely open onto the terrace and the Clos d'Isenbourg vineyards with the old town in the distance. In a Louis XV style, its crystal chandeliers, beautiful stone flooring and panoramic view give it great elegance. Next door, the "Salle Dagobert", a very high vaulted room dating from the 12th century, charms with its authenticity and Louis XIII décor.
Relax and enjoy a gourmet chocolate back massage in the tranquil spa or try a more conventional Thai-inspired treatment. Dine on sophisticated Alsace cuisine in one of the two dining rooms: Salle Panoramique, which has amazing views, or Salle Dagobert, the 14th century vaulted dining room.
Accommodations: 41 rooms &
suites; and Meeting/Event facilities
Dining options: The"Tommeries"
restaurant: At the Tommeries*, you will have access to two restaurant dining
rooms with very definite characters: The "Salle panoramique" is
largely open onto the terrace and the Clos d'Isenbourg vineyards with the old
town in the distance. In a Louis XV style, its crystal chandeliers, beautiful
stone flooring and panoramic view give it great elegance. And next door, the
"Salle Dagobert", a very high vaulted room dating from the 12th
century, charms with its authenticity and Louis XIII décor. The terrace isa lovely place to lunch or dine overlooking the vineyard and the old town of Rouffach.
Château d'Isenbourg - Spa & beauty
center featuring: 3 massage booths for treatment procedures; An internal
swimming pool heated to 28°C; Hammam; Jacuzzi; Sauna
SIGHTSEEING
- Mulhouse Zoo and Botanical Gardens, 30 kilometres from Château d'Isenbourg, boasts more than 1200 animals and 190 species
- Bollenberg Domain 5 kilometres away. Where, traditional Alsatian products can be purchased.
- The Animated Toy Museum 25 kilometres away - a fairy-tale setting to discover a varied and unique animated toy collection
- Colmar, 20 kilometres from the Isenbourg Castle, with many monuments and districts to be discovered
- The Hohlandsbourg Castle, 15 kilometres away - an old mediaeval fort
- The Eco-Museum of Alsace, 15 kilometres away, is an open-air village museum, typical of Alsace
- Mulhouse Zoo and Botanical Gardens, 30 kilometres from Château d'Isenbourg, boasts more than 1200 animals and 190 species
- Bollenberg Domain 5 kilometres away. Where, traditional Alsatian products can be purchased.
- The Animated Toy Museum 25 kilometres away - a fairy-tale setting to discover a varied and unique animated toy collection
- Colmar, 20 kilometres from the Isenbourg Castle, with many monuments and districts to be discovered
- The Hohlandsbourg Castle, 15 kilometres away - an old mediaeval fort
- The Eco-Museum of Alsace, 15 kilometres away, is an open-air village museum, typical of Alsace
ABOUT COLMAR
One of the most attractive towns in Alsace, Colmar is filled with medieval and early Renaissance buildings, with half-timbered structures, gables, and gracious loggias. Tiny gardens and washhouses surround many of the homes. Its old quarter looks more German than French, filled with streets of unexpected twists and turns. As a gateway to the Rhine country, Colmar is a major stopover south from Strasbourg. Near the vine-covered slopes of the southern Vosges, it's the third-largest town in Alsace.
One of the most attractive towns in Alsace, Colmar is filled with medieval and early Renaissance buildings, with half-timbered structures, gables, and gracious loggias. Tiny gardens and washhouses surround many of the homes. Its old quarter looks more German than French, filled with streets of unexpected twists and turns. As a gateway to the Rhine country, Colmar is a major stopover south from Strasbourg. Near the vine-covered slopes of the southern Vosges, it's the third-largest town in Alsace.
Colmar
has been so well restored that it's Alsace's
most beautiful city, far more so than Strasbourg.
While walking its streets, you'll find it hard to tell that Colmar was hard hit in two world wars.
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A9. ERMITAGE DU RIOU****
(Restaurant le Riou)
26, Avenue Henri Clews
06210 Mandelieu La Napoule
Tel : +33 (0)4 93 49 95 56 | Fax : +33 (0)4 92 97 69 05
Away from the bussle of Cannes, just down the road, The Ermitage du Riou is an enchanting 4 star hotel of the
French Riviera in Mandelieu La Napoule boasting an outstanding position
adjacent to the prestigious Cannes-Mandelieu golf courses and close to Cannes, Saint Tropez, the
beautiful Mediterranean tourist resorts and the Italian border. Guests will
find in this marvellous hotel of the French Riviera everything they may need
for a memorable holiday such as luxurious suites and an excellent restaurant,
while business travellers will also find state-of-the-art meeting rooms and
wireless Internet access. Besides golf lovers will have the opportunity to
easily reach the nearby fantastic golf courses for which Mandelieu is renowned.
An outdoor swimming pool and a marvellous garden complete the outstanding
facilities of the Ermitage du Riou Hotel. Tee-times, sailing, water-skiing,
guided walks and biking can be arranged at the hotel's reception.
By car
From the A8 highway take the exit nà 40 Mandelieu La Napoule. Turn right
in the direction of Plages-Port de la Napoule and once on the coast road
you will see the hotel signs on the right side.
Cannes-Mandelieu Golf Club - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Riviera Golf Club - 2.3 km / 1.4 mi
Cannes City Hall - 6.1 km / 3.8 mi
Cannes Harbour - 6.3 km / 3.9 mi
Palace of Festivals and Congress Hall - 6.5 km / 4 mi
La Croisette - 6.7 km / 4.2 mi
Royal Mougins Golf Club - 7.9 km / 4.9 mi
Fort Royal - 8 km / 5 mi
St. Honore Cisterian Monastery - 8.5 km / 5.3 mi
Cannes-Mougins Golf Club - 10.7 km / 6.7 mi
Saint Donat Golf Club - 11.3 km / 7 mi
Juan-les-Pins Beach - 13.7 km / 8.5 mi
Opio Valbonne Golf Club - 15.4 km / 9.6 mi
Claux Amic Golf Club - 16.4 km / 10.2 mi
Biot Golf Club - 16.4 km / 10.2 mi
The preferred airport for Ermitage Du Riou is Nice (NCE-Cote d'Azur) - 26.7 km
/ 16.6 mi.
Distances are calculated in a straight line from the property's location to
the point of interest or airport and may not reflect actual travel distance.
Tel : +33 (0)4 93 49 95 56 | Fax : +33 (0)4 92 97 69 05
From the A8 highway take the exit nà 40 Mandelieu La Napoule. Turn right in the direction of Plages-Port de la Napoule and once on the coast road you will see the hotel signs on the right side.
Cannes-Mandelieu Golf Club - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Riviera Golf Club - 2.3 km / 1.4 mi
Cannes City Hall - 6.1 km / 3.8 mi
Cannes Harbour - 6.3 km / 3.9 mi
Palace of Festivals and Congress Hall - 6.5 km / 4 mi
La Croisette - 6.7 km / 4.2 mi
Royal Mougins Golf Club - 7.9 km / 4.9 mi
Fort Royal - 8 km / 5 mi
St. Honore Cisterian Monastery - 8.5 km / 5.3 mi
Cannes-Mougins Golf Club - 10.7 km / 6.7 mi
Saint Donat Golf Club - 11.3 km / 7 mi
Juan-les-Pins Beach - 13.7 km / 8.5 mi
Opio Valbonne Golf Club - 15.4 km / 9.6 mi
Claux Amic Golf Club - 16.4 km / 10.2 mi
Biot Golf Club - 16.4 km / 10.2 mi
The preferred airport for Ermitage Du Riou is Nice (NCE-Cote d'Azur) - 26.7 km / 16.6 mi.
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A10. HOTEL LE PIGONNET
5 Avenue du Pigonnet
13090 AIX EN PROVENCE
Tel. : +33 (0)4 42 59 02 90 - Fax : +33 (0)4 42 59 47 77
A favorite place to stop when driving from the south of France to Paris
or further north. A delightful little luxury hotel a stone’s throw from the
centre of Aix-en-Provence.
This elegant Bastide town marries the sophistication of the 18th century with
the refinement of contemporary style, affording its guests a luxurious and
serene setting in which to relax awhile.
You can also stroll through its magical and immaculately-maintained
gardens or sit on the hotel terrace and enjoy the views of magnificent Mount
Sainte-Victoire. When you arrive at the
hotel Le Pigonnet, you will be warmly welcomed by the hotel staff who are at
your disposal to meet your every need, to provide any information or advice and
to ensure that your stay is as pleasant as possible Le Pigonnet enjoys a
well-deserved reputation for the quality of its services; staff at reception
will be delighted to organise excursions and furnish you with all the
information you need about shopping and a host of other activities in the area.
Other Info:
• 47 rooms
• 1 junior suite
• Restaurant
• Park
• Pool in outside (warmed from may till october)
• Fitness room
• Hammam
• Bar & Lounge Bar in outside
• Lounges
• Seminar and reception organisation
• Small Luxury Hotels
• Air conditioning
• Private car park & Valet
• Arrangement for the persons with reduced mobility
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A11. LES AGASSINS****
Lieu-dit Le Pigeonnier
84130 LE PONTET, AVIGNON
tél : +33.490.324.291 - fax : +33.490.320.829
Another favorite of
ours when visiting Avignon. Just outside the city, rates are much more
friendly then inside the walls of Avignon. The beautiful country house is truly a lovely
hotel with a great pool, large rooms with French Doors leading to your balcony
where you can enjoy breakfast, lunch or just read a book. Cannot say enough great things about Les
Agassins.
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A12. HOTEL DU PARC
169, route d’Ottrott
67210 Obernai,
France
Tel: 33 03 88 95 50
08; Fax: 33 03 88 95 37 29
Mailto:info@hotel-du-parc.com
An absolute favorite hotel, located in Obernai, on the
Alsatian wine route surrounded by vineyards, flowers and gastronomy, You will receive a warm welcome and is a
perfect location for exploring the Alsace
region. The hotel offers 62 individually
decorated rooms and suites, two restaurants, three bars, a Spa and two swimming
pools. The atmosphere is soothing and
most pleasant whether you are a couple or family.
Opened in 1954 the original owner, Marie Kuntz was very
proud of her house, which is a beautiful example of Alsatian architecture.
Today her grandson Marc Wucher runs the hotel with pride and can assure your
stay will be most pleasant.
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A13. TIREL GUERIN
Gare de la Gouesniere
353 Saint-Meloir-des-Ondes,
Bretagne
Tel: 33 0 2 99 89 10 46; Fax: 33 0 2 99 89 12 62
A small favorite hotel of ours. Look up to the sky at night, and you will be
assured of seeing more stars in the sky then you will ever see again in your
life! Tirel Guérin has 38 rooms and 18
suites. This is NOT a Chateau but a
lovely small hotel with an outstanding restaurant and a great location to visit
the small village o Cancale.
This property carefully preserves its family traditions.
Located in the heart of a delightful village near the Emerald
Coast and Saint-Malo. It offers the sublime peace and
quiet of its large scented garden. A good number of the rooms have a terrace.
'Tirel Guérin' owes its reputation to the excellence of its cuisine, the fruit
of experience and intuition. Superb gastronomy, based on traditional values,
combining a light feel with a classical approach, transforming fresh produce
into delectable gourmet moments. The fitness centre and heated swimming pool
ensure lasting well-being.
LANGUAGES SPOKEN: French,
English, Spanish, Italian,
What you need to know:
Extra-person charges
may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit
are required at check-in for incidental charges. Special requests are subject to availability
upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be
guaranteed. Pets ARE allowed. Credit Cards accepted include ; American Express, Diners Club, Eurocard, MasterCard, Visa.
Amenities include: Bar/lounge,
Designated smoking areas, Elevator/lift, Garden, One meeting/conference room, Restaurant(s)
in hotel, Rooftop terrace, Swimming pool – indoor, Tennis on site.
Additional things to note:
Rooms (all rooms include), Cable television service, Climate control, Complimentary newspaper, High-speed Internet
access, In-room massage available, In-room safe, Television, Internet access – wireless, Massage
- spa treatment room(s), Parking garage, Parking nearby, Room service, Room service (limited hours),
Sauna, Spa tub, Tour assistance, Wheelchair accessible.
Dining: Tirel Guerin has a restaurant on site. Room service
(during limited hours) is available.
Recreation
- An indoor pool and a spa tub are on site. Other recreational
amenities include a health club and a sauna.
- The recreational activities listed below are available
either on site or nearby; (Fees may apply). Bicycle rentals nearby; Hiking/biking
trails nearby; Horse riding/rental nearby; Playground nearby; Tennis nearby
National rating: This hotel has received its official star
rating from the French Tourism Development Agency, ATOUT France.
Notification and fees: Unless otherwise indicated, the charges
below are not included in the overall room price. If not included in the
overall room price, they will be charged by the property at check-in or
check-out. Charges can vary, for example, based on length of stay or the room
you book. This property told us they will charge you for the following:
- A tax is imposed by
the city: EUR 0.5 per person, per night
- We have included
all charges provided to us by the property. However, charges can vary, for
example, based on length of stay or the room you book.
- INCLUDED/NOT
INCLUDED IN THE PRICE non incl : breakfast
- Terms &
conditions: Extra-person charges may
apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or
cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges. Special requests are subject to availability
upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be
guaranteed.
Rates displayed are for single or double occupancy per room
per night based on the number of adults requested. Please note that extra
people, children, rollaway beds and incidentals may be subject to additional
charges at check-in.
DIRECTIONS: Between
Rennes and
St-Malo, N137 exit Châteauneuf, D76 on 6km then at roundabout toward Cancale on
1km after grade crossing at left.
The airport is Rennes which is
65 Kilometres away.The station is at Saint-Malo
which is 10 kilometers away.
GPS: The Latitude is 48.615331763038085 N and the
Longtitude is 1.9045400619506836 E.
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A13. TIREL GUERIN
Gare de la Gouesniere
353 Saint-Meloir-des-Ondes,
Bretagne
Tel: 33 0 2 99 89 10 46; Fax: 33 0 2 99 89 12 62
A small favorite hotel of ours. Look up to the sky at night, and you will be
assured of seeing more stars in the sky then you will ever see again in your
life! Tirel Guérin has 38 rooms and 18
suites. This is NOT a Chateau but a
lovely small hotel with an outstanding restaurant and a great location to visit
the small village o Cancale.
This property carefully preserves its family traditions.
Located in the heart of a delightful village near the Emerald
Coast and Saint-Malo. It offers the sublime peace and
quiet of its large scented garden. A good number of the rooms have a terrace.
'Tirel Guérin' owes its reputation to the excellence of its cuisine, the fruit
of experience and intuition. Superb gastronomy, based on traditional values,
combining a light feel with a classical approach, transforming fresh produce
into delectable gourmet moments. The fitness centre and heated swimming pool
ensure lasting well-being.
LANGUAGES SPOKEN: French,
English, Spanish, Italian,
What you need to know:
Extra-person charges
may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit
are required at check-in for incidental charges. Special requests are subject to availability
upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be
guaranteed. Pets ARE allowed. Credit Cards accepted include ; American Express, Diners Club, Eurocard, MasterCard, Visa.
Amenities include: Bar/lounge,
Designated smoking areas, Elevator/lift, Garden, One meeting/conference room, Restaurant(s)
in hotel, Rooftop terrace, Swimming pool – indoor, Tennis on site.
Additional things to note:
Rooms (all rooms include), Cable television service, Climate control, Complimentary newspaper, High-speed Internet
access, In-room massage available, In-room safe, Television, Internet access – wireless, Massage
- spa treatment room(s), Parking garage, Parking nearby, Room service, Room service (limited hours),
Sauna, Spa tub, Tour assistance, Wheelchair accessible.
Dining: Tirel Guerin has a restaurant on site. Room service
(during limited hours) is available.
Recreation
- An indoor pool and a spa tub are on site. Other recreational
amenities include a health club and a sauna.
- The recreational activities listed below are available
either on site or nearby; (Fees may apply). Bicycle rentals nearby; Hiking/biking
trails nearby; Horse riding/rental nearby; Playground nearby; Tennis nearby
National rating: This hotel has received its official star
rating from the French Tourism Development Agency, ATOUT France.
Notification and fees: Unless otherwise indicated, the charges
below are not included in the overall room price. If not included in the
overall room price, they will be charged by the property at check-in or
check-out. Charges can vary, for example, based on length of stay or the room
you book. This property told us they will charge you for the following:
- A tax is imposed by
the city: EUR 0.5 per person, per night
- We have included
all charges provided to us by the property. However, charges can vary, for
example, based on length of stay or the room you book.
- INCLUDED/NOT
INCLUDED IN THE PRICE non incl : breakfast
- Terms &
conditions: Extra-person charges may
apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or
cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges. Special requests are subject to availability
upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be
guaranteed.
Rates displayed are for single or double occupancy per room per night based on the number of adults requested. Please note that extra people, children, rollaway beds and incidentals may be subject to additional charges at check-in.
Rates displayed are for single or double occupancy per room per night based on the number of adults requested. Please note that extra people, children, rollaway beds and incidentals may be subject to additional charges at check-in.
DIRECTIONS: Between
Rennes and
St-Malo, N137 exit Châteauneuf, D76 on 6km then at roundabout toward Cancale on
1km after grade crossing at left.
The airport is Rennes which is
65 Kilometres away.The station is at Saint-Malo
which is 10 kilometers away.
GPS: The Latitude is 48.615331763038085 N and the
Longtitude is 1.9045400619506836 E.
A14. CHATEAU
HOTEL MONT
ROYAL
Route de Plailly
60520 La Chapelle en Serval
France
Tel : 33 (0)3 44 54 50 50
Fax : 33 (0)3 44 54 50 21
E-mail : reservation@chateau-mont-royal.com
Virtual Visit: http://www.chateau-mont-royal.com/vv.htm
We have enjoyed this Chateau a couple times as it’s
proximity to Paris
and airport is great.
From their Website: One
more favorite of ours and very close to Paris. Great place for 1st or last night
in France. Just 35 minutes from Paris
and only 15 minutes north of Roissy Charles de Gaulle Paris airport, the Chateau Hotel Mont Royal,
a real Palace Resort, is a lush oasis of tranquility.
A splendid XVIII century style chateau, nestled in the heart
of the Chantilly forest. Its 100
air-conditioned rooms and suites, its sumptuous dining room and summer terrace
and its meeting rooms will contribute to make your stay unforgettable.
The sumptuous one hundred rooms and suites are fully
renovated, air-conditioned and decorated in classical French traditional style. They are all equipped with direct-dial
telephones, minibar, satellite TV channels (CNN,...), Pay TV with internet
access, safe, PC plugs, king size or twin beds.
When in beginning of 20th century, Fernand HALPHEN, a French
compositor winner of several musical awards, bought these woods, he was
completely amazed by the charm of the area. The forest, the small lakes, the
countryside, the proximity of Chantilly, biggest horse training centre of
Europe, the magnificent castle of the Condées Family, Senlis with its
cathedrale and its medieval city center, all have rise his attention toward the
small village of La Chapelle en Serval.
In 1908, he decided to build his hunting mansion in one of
the highest point of the Chantilly forest,
from where he had an exceptionl view to the countryside. The legend says it was
to offer a view to his wife that she should admire from her window when she was
waking up in the morning.
He therefore turned to the architect SERGENT, who built the Trianon Palace. But finally the Norman style did
not impress him enough to encourage the construction. One of his students, Miss ZAMBELLI, dancer in
the Opera of Paris, has recommended him to contact the famous designer,
Guillaume TRONCHET.
In 1909, TRONCHET has introduced his plan to the compositor,
according to which the Château included a theatre, a small but exact copy of
the Opera comique of Paris
where Mr. HALPHEN's first Opera was presented.
This project, which dedicated the exterior of the mansion to
the hunting tradition, and the interior to the music was realised and the
Château was built from 1907 to 1911.
Mr. HALPHEN finally died during the first World War. During the second World War, the Château was
completely robbed out, all the Louis XI and Louis XVI furniture except the fire
place and most of the paintings were lost.
In 1989, The hunting mansion and 5 hectares of the land were
bought from Mr. HALPHEN (the grandson of the compositor) in order to build a
hotel.
- Ideal for the weekend breaks, all our guests benefit from the free access to all sports facilities:
- Indoor pool, sauna, jacuzzi, fitness center, squash and tennis courts, mountain bike, jogging and billiards.
- Nearby the Castle Hotel: Numerous golf courses, horseback riding and polo.
- Also, the Chantilly Castle featuring the De Condé Art Museum, the Museum of Living Horse.
- The medieval city of Senlis with its grand Cathedral and its museums, abbayes of Chaalis and Royaumont.
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A15. LE MAS D’ARTIGNY - CLOSED
Chemin des Salettes
06570 Saint Paul-de-Vence, Cote-d’Azur
Tél : + (33) (0) 4 93 32 84 54 - Fax : + (33) (0) 4 93 32 95 36
Tél : + (33) (0) 4 93 32 84 54 - Fax : + (33) (0) 4 93 32 95 36
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