Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
Chateau des Villes is in a remote country setting far away from the hustle and bustle of the city. The Chateau des Villes, in the middle of Burgundy, 60km from Beaune, lies in the visually stunning nature park of the Morvan hills. The parkland and setting of the estate is said to be one of the earlier examples of the work of André le Notre, famous for his designs of Versailles and Chantilly.
The Chateau des Villes is a private and extravagantly stylish luxury home, formerly the playground of the French aristocracy. Recently re-decorated and renovated it has sumptuous rooms with fine bed-linen, private bathrooms, period furniture, elaborate drapery & luxury bedrooms with light and panoramic views.
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The Burgundy / Saone-et-Loire region
We are pleased to say that our location and facilities allow us to offer many different activities for you – whether you seek nature, history, culinary delights or relaxation.
First and foremost, your visit to the chateau would not be complete if you didn’t take the time to experience the beauty of the natural environment in which it is surrounded. 1000’s of hectares of unspoilt countryside surround this area and the combination of flat and hilly areas make it an ideal place to go cycling, jogging, walking, mushroom and escargot finding, wildlife studying etc. Our parkland consists of many mature and beautiful trees shading most natural paths and making your activity easy even on the hottest days.
In addition to the stunning natural environment you may engage in man-made activities such as swimming, golf, horseback riding, ballooning, fishing, flying, day trips to chateaux, Roman churches or picturesque villages etc. We can arrange these activities upon request with our partners in nearby farms or villages.
Autun area
You may also indulge in other activities such as. • Wine tasting and purchasing. There are many famous vineyards within easy driving distance of our chateau. A list can be provided on request. • Shopping for Antiques/Brocantes in the nearby villages (i.e. Autun, Nolay, Chalon sur Saone, Bourbon Lancy, Nevers). Brocantes are usually held on Sundays and some on Saturdays. A list of dates and locations can be provided. • Visiting local food markets in the neighboroughing picturesque villages. So far, the best local food market is in Autun and is held on Wednesday and Friday mornings. • Visiting a variety of Museums. A famous one is the museum of Saptenat where a previous president of France has his international gifts displayed. Or see the Lycee Bonaparte where Napoleon and his brothers where educated. In the stunning and unspoilt Burgundy countryside we offer unique and exciting shooting and hunting on small and large game.
How to get there
Nearest airport: Lyon (200km). Nearest train station: Le Creusot (30km). Nearest town: Autun (18km). Nearest port: Calais (600km).
Activities near Autun
Sports: Tennis in town Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Rural / countryside retreats
Facilities
Luxuries:
Log fire, Internet access, DVD player, Private outdoor pool (heated)
General:
Central heating, TV, CD player, Telephone, Games room, Satellite TV
Balcony / Terrace, Private garden, BBQ, Bicycles available
Access:
Parking space
Further details indoors: Ground floor Reception hall with open fireplace and access to formal terrace for receiving guests of honour. Salon with open fireplace. Cloakroom. Utility room. Hall and staircase. Formal 18th century dining room with open fireplace. Vaulted, large 16th century kitchen with formal dining room and Lacanche cooker. Larder and utility room. Several other rooms including huge oak-beamed attic. Several (wine) cellars. Several WCs.
“Carrol’s Corner” with king size bed, private bathroom with shower, south-facing with superb view.
Separate bedroom with two single beds. Salon and hallway.
First floor “Freshford” is decorated with flowery, light and warm colours. It has a large double bed and bathroom with shower.
“Angelica” is shaded in old fashioned pink, has a king-size double bed, open fireplace and bathroom with bath, southfacing with view over the park. “Fairthorne” is shaded in natural and country colours and is the largest bedroom. It has a four-poster king-size bed and an additional single bed, open fireplace, and bathroom with bath, south facing with view over the park. Second floor “Chambre Emmelina” with two single beds and wash-basin, south-facing with superb view.
“Chambre rouge” with kingsize bed and single bed and washing basin, south-facing with superb view.
“Chambre Harriette” with king size bed, washing basin, shower, south-facing with superb view.
“Chambre Charlotte” with two beds and washing basin, washing basin, south-facing with superb view.
WC and hallway. Two bathrooms with bath and shower attachment, washing basin, private access and toilet.
Further details outdoors: We have access to over 2800 hectares of shooting and hunting. This includes our domain as well as neighboroughing estates.
Chateau des Villes has several large lakes (10 hectares or more) and more than 15 smaller lakes (between 1 and 5 hectares), over 1500 hectares of woods, with the remainder of rolling countryside with fields, hedges and streams.
You will enjoy some challenging shooting on a hilly and varied terrain with breathtaking views and surroundings. Part of the shoot is in the century old park of the Chateau.
The parkland and setting of the 1000 acre estate is said to be one of the earlier examples of the work of André le Notre, famous for his designs of Versailles and Chantilly.
The château, in the middle of Burgundy, 60 KM from Beaune, lies in the visually stunning nature park of the Morvan hills.
Conditions
- Security deposit: €3000. This is paid on arrival and will be refunded in full after departure subject to damage inspection. - Linen & towels: All linen and bath towels are included in the rental price. - Energy costs: To expenditure. - End of stay cleaning: €200. - Arrival time: 4pm onwards. - Departure time: 11am. - Pets: No pets allowed. - Smoking: No smoking in the property. - Swimming pool: Heating of the pool is not included but is not usually necessary.
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Rental rates
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Guestbook
"A legend has been born because of your efforts; thank you that we could participate in this fairy-tale."
"For a long time we had been hearing about the chateau and its sympathetic owners. Now we have our own stories to tell about this fairy-tale spot in the hills, woods, fields, farms, wildlife and friendly locals. The atmosphere of this place, the dinners, and fine wines, we will continue to taste in our mind for a long time."
"After our arrival we were surprised again and again. The hospitality and your natural ability to make strangers feel welcome are unique. The domain is of unknown beauty. A pearl in an oyster; so real and pure."
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