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Changeover day:
Flexible
Access:
Car advised Nearest amenities: 0.5 km
Notes:
No pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
The fully equipped Chateau du Luday provides you with everything you might need. The owners retain a few rooms at the rear of the château and will make themselves available to offer guidance on how to make the most of your visit in this mostly undiscovered part of the country. The spacious Chateau du Luday, comprising three storeys, offers accommodation for up to 18 people plus cots for small children. PLEASE NOTE THAT FULL PROPERTY DESCRIPTIONS, PHOTOGRAPHS, AVAILABILITY & PRICES ARE KEPT UP TO DATE ON MY WEBSITE WHICH YOU CAN VISIT BY CLICKING ON MY PERSONAL WEBSITE LINK BELOW.
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The Limousin / Auvergne / Allier region
The Auvergne, in the heart of the Massif Central has superb countryside and wildlife - rushing rivers, leaping chamois and swooping peregrine falcons, yet all the familiar pleasures of holidaying in France are here too - even beaches. Many of the lakes have mini 'Rivieras' with safe swimming and unlimited water sports. There is also an abundance of lovely old towns to explore, some with castles and medieval lava stone houses like Besse. In the summer, many of these towns echo with the sounds of street theatre, classical, rock, jazz, and world music during festival week. Other attractions include the elegant spas like Vichy which offer casinos, fitness centres and fine dining.
In the countryside, village life is as seductive as any "Song of the Auvergne". Markets hum with the bustle of shoppers and the cries of stall holders selling excellent local produce nurtured by the warm southern climate and rich volcanic soil.
With two huge regional nature parks, the Livradois-Forez and the Volcans d' Auvergne, this is territory well worth exploring. The Sancy Massif is heaven for hikers; its cones, ridges, moors and ravines are criss-crossed with signed footpaths. Whether you go for a gentle ramble or a ten mile trek, the views are sensational. Striking profiles of the Puy de Dome, the most famous crater in Europe's largest chain of dormant volcanoes, and the Massif's highest peak, the Puy de Sancy, seem to follow you everywhere.
Marcillat en Combraille area
For those with a head for heights, there are fantastic summer bases in the mountains where you can swim, play golf, cycle to the higher ground or just relax. There is Le Mont-Dore, a spa and ski resort close to the source of the River Dordogne and Besse-Super- Besse, a medieval trading town with a custom-built ski station and summer resort. Nearby is the famous Pavin Lake which nestles in a remote volcanic crater and Le Lioran, another mountain sports resort in Cantal (famous for its Cantal cheese cowherds and their curious stone-built ‘burons’ (shelters)). Here you will also find, a rather more monumental piece of architecture - the Garabit Viaduct built in 1871 by Gustave Eiffel himself.
One of the most arresting sights of Auvergne is the town of Le Puy-en-Velay with its three dramatic rocky stacks topped with a church and statues. In the Middle Ages, every hilltop in the region was crowned with a fortress and many still survive. The Route des Châteaux traces castle design through the centuries, from formidable early strongholds to more refined Renaissance castles and gardens and the Bourbonnais mansions of the 17th century with their distinctive red and black brickwork. There is also an abundance of beautiful Romanesque churches, their perfect proportions and purity of line providing the focal point in many small towns. One of the most impressive examples is the magnificent Basilica of Notre-Dame du Port in the town of Clermont-Ferrand, a city in the very centre of France close to the Volcans d'Auvergne Regional Park. Along with its ancient streets, Renaissance houses and fantastic black lava fountains, you will also find a fascinating exhibition of Romanesque art at the tourist Office.
Further north are more mediaeval splendours. Montlucon, the gateway to the Auvergne has two intriguing museums, one devoted to traditional music, the other to art. La Louviere art gallery, on the Route des Chateau d'Auvergme is a splendid replica of the Versailles Trianon. Nearby, is the Neris Les Bains Spa with its Roman ruins and casino.
Auvergne may be far from the sea but there's no shortage of water - lakes, rivers and hot springs abound. The spas have a special atmosphere and a relaxing pace. Vichy, in the Bourbon Dukes Region, is the best known with its leafy parks, lively restaurants, horse racing and turn-of-the century charm. Follow the Spa Town Route to Saint-Nectaire, a picturesque village in the midst of the Volcans d'Auvergne Regional Park it oozes tradition. Surrounded by nature, you can work out, be pampered, have a swim. And then perhaps, a flutter at the elegant Hotel des Bains Romains, which specialises in health and fitness combined with good living. Or take to the hills and breathe your fill of fresh air; spend an afternoon bathing at Garabit or kayaking in the gorges of Sioule and Haut-Allier.
Double beds (9), Dining seating for 18, Sleeps maximum of 18
Other:
Linen and towels provided.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private outdoor pool (unheated), Private garden, BBQ
Access:
Parking space
Further details indoors: - The Hall. As you enter the main entrance you will see a stunning curved stone staircase that leads up to the spacious first floor landing. - Living Room. A well proportioned room facing south and having a marble floor and tall stone fireplace. This comfortable room has a number of sofas and easy chairs. There is also a dining table and chairs for less formal eating. The room is equipped with a CD/cassette player and video player with a selection of music and videos for all ages. - Kitchen. A beautifully presented and fully equipped kitchen includes dishwasher, large fridge/freezer, four burner gas hob, a two burner electric hob and a microwave. - Dining Room. This stunning room and its yellow brocade curtains make a perfect place for stylish dining on a polished refectory table where you can dine by candle light. The south facing windows overlook the garden and the marble floor keeps the room cool on the hottest days. - Library. Connected to the dining room the library is an oasis of calm with comfortable seating, a cosy fireplace and a large choice of books and games. Its large windows open on to gardens. Attached to one corner of the room is a small tower room offering total tranquillity.
FIRST FLOOR - The Leopard Suite. Positioned at the top of the main staircase is a superb two bedroom suite that comprises a double (37m2) with balcony, a single (15m2) and a shared large bathroom with separate shower. The room’s bed drapes and furnishings are a stunning mix of browns, reds and gold and from its windows and balcony there are views over the gardens. - The Tower Suite. This bright and spacious south facing corner suite incorporates two linked bedrooms, a shared sitting room and a stylish bathroom built into the round tower with an antique bath. The bedrooms are a 16 m² double and a 22 m² twin. - Mamma’s Suite. An attractive suite overlooking lawns and trees that consists of a large bedroom (32 m² twin), a separate sitting room in the round tower and bathroom with shower. - Laundry Room. There is a small laundry room on the first floor corridor with a washing machine, tumble dryer, sink, two clothes airing racks and an iron and ironing board. Washing powder and conditioner are provided for your arrival. - Romeo and Juliet. With a balcony overlooking the side garden and its two hundred year old cedar tree this pretty and aptly named bedroom (19 m²) is decorated with blue 'toile de jouy' wallpaper and has a matching en suite bathroom.
SECOND FLOOR - Art Deco. Filled with Art Deco style furnishings and ornaments this warm and attractive double (35 m²) with en suite shower room overlooks the side gardens. - Henri. This room (Double 28 m²) has a beautiful circular salon and pretty shower room and is decorated with an attractive blue and white print wallpaper. - David Lawson Suite. This suite has beautiful views of the garden and consists of a bedroom (Double 22 m²) with a large half-tester bed decorated in burgundy and gold, a small Salon/Study (Single 8 m²) and a circular bathroom which forms part of the round tower. The suite is named after one of our regular guests, a British author who enjoys writing in the peace of the French countryside. - Salle de Danse. Created by a previous owner of the chateau, the famous French ballerina, Ghislaine Tesmar. Tesmar this large room (72 m²) is still used as a dance studio and can also be enjoyed as a games/playroom.
Further details outdoors: GROUNDS. The large garden is full of secret corners for you to discover. The heated swimming pool and its surrounding sunbathing areas are set in their own discrete area of the garden. The pool area has a small terrace for the enjoyment of a drink, picnic or barbecue. Because of its size the lawns will sometimes need to be cut during your stay - generally on Wednesday and Saturday mornings. However, we will endeavour to keep disturbance to a minimum. Please close the outdoor parasols when not in use as sudden gusts of wind can spring up and may make them airborne. Likewise with the sun lounger mattresses. If you return them to the Games Room each evening they will stay dry and ready for use the next day. Please note that there are certain areas of the garden which are kept private for the use of the owners. The pool and the surrounding sunbathing areas are for your use during your stay. The pool is open daily between 9 am and 8 pm. This pool is surrounded by a fence with a padlocked gate and there is an alarm which is turned on when not in use. Clients use it at their own risk and must ensure that children are supervised at all times. It can be dangerous to swim too soon after eating or to run in the vicinity of the pool. The depth of the pool is clearly marked - diving is possible at the deep end. Please do not bring glass items near the pool; we provide plastic items for this area. The pool will be cleaned and checked at least twice a week, normally on Wednesdays and Saturdays when the gardener is present. Please report to the house manager if you have any concerns in between these times. To have the best conditions for swimming, please cover the pool at night to preserve the temperature and to keep it clean.
Further details
PLEASE NOTE THAT FULL PROPERTY DESCRIPTIONS, PHOTOGRAPHS, AVAILABILITY & PRICES ARE KEPT UP TO DATE ON MY WEBSITE WHICH YOU CAN VISIT BY CLICKING ON MY PERSONAL WEBSITE LINK BELOW.
Conditions
- Security deposit: £700. This is paid on arrival and will be refunded in full after departure subject to damage inspection. - Linen & towels: All linen and towels are included in the rental price. - Energy costs: Included in the rental price. - End of stay cleaning: Included. - Arrival time: 5pm onwards. - Departure time: 10am. - Pets: No pets allowed. - Smoking: No smoking in the property. - It is recommended that all guests take out insurance to cover against potential cancellation and any accidental damage caused during your stay at the property.
Please note that full property descriptions, photographs, availability & prices are kept up to date on my website which you can visit by clicking on my personal website link below.
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Simply Chateau
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