Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or less)
Changeover day:
Flexible
Access:
Car advised Nearest amenities: 2 km
Notes:
Pets welcome Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
Peacefully positioned in its own parkland, this 15th Century Chateau d'Ardilleux offers five large en-suite bedrooms, an indoor pool, tennis court, table tennis and a gym. It has large tasteful reception rooms and an american-style, well equipped, family kitchen. Also on site is a two bedroom cottage that can be rented in conjunction with the Chateau d'Ardilleux for groups of up to 17.
The Chateau d'Ardilleux was the country seat of the 'Fleury-Michon' family from the late 1700s. During the war it served as the headquarters of the resistance, and a tunnel is purported to link the house to nearby Chef Boutonne, some 2kms away.
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The Poitou-Charentes / Vendee / Deux Sevres region
- Coganc: Visits to Remy Martin and Hennesy. - Poitiers: Futuroscope with its inspiring rides. - Marais Poitovin: Green Venice with over 8 miles of interlinking waterways. - Vallee des Singes (monkey valley). - Angloueme: Vintage car racing around the ramparts. - Melle: Largest silver mine in Europe. - Plenty of local lakes, many with fishing.
Niort area
- La Rochelle: Twin towers, cobbled streets, and a beach. - Chef Boutonne (2km) has a Saturday market and also has two supermarkets, lots of pattiseries, hotel Le Voyagers, and a pizzeria (who do takeaways). - Local markets every day of the week. - Horse riding available (5km). - Golf courses at Niort and Poitiers.
How to get there
Nearest airport: Poitiers (50km), Limoges and La Rochelle (80km). Nearest train station: Poitiers, Niort (50km). Nearest town: Chef Boutonne (2km). Nearest port: St. Malo (4 hours).
Activities near Niort
Sports: Tennis in town Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Rural / countryside retreats
Facilities
Luxuries:
Sauna, Log fire, Indoor Pool, DVD player
General:
Central heating, TV, CD player, Telephone, Satellite TV
Single beds (3), Double beds (5), Sleeps maximum of 13
Other:
Linen and towels provided.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Tennis court on site, Private garden, BBQ
Access:
Parking space
Further details indoors: Chateau d'Ardilleux is available for groups of up to 13 to sleep in its five en-suite bedrooms. The cottage can be rented in conjunction with the chateau for larger groups of up to 17.
Ground floor: Large airy lounge with TV and original marble fireplace and light fittings. - Fully equipped gym and sauna. - Oak panelled dining room with an original marble fireplace. - Large american-style kitchen with dining table. Fully equipped with electric oven, halogen hob, eight ring gas hob, double ovens, microwave and dishwasher.
First floor: Double bedroom with en-suite bathroom. - Double bedroom with en-suite shower room. - Double bedroom with en-suite shower room and additional single bed. - Family room with a double and 2 singles with large en-suite shower room.
Second floor: Double bedroom with en-suite shower room.
Cottage: 1 double bedroom. - 1 twin bedroom. - A separate bathroom - Large living room/kitchen.
Further details outdoors: Outside: The chateau is set in an acre of parkland filled with chestnut trees. There is an indoor pool (11mx3m), tennis court, pool table, ping pong table, gym, boules, badminton, and bicycles available. There is also a gas barbecue and plenty of outdoor furniture to sit and dine on. Parking space available for plenty of cars.
Further details
- Security deposit: €150. This is paid on arrival and will be refunded in full after departure subject to damage inspection. - Linen & towels: Linen and towels are included in the rental price. Please note that pool towels are not included. - Energy costs: Included in the rental price. Use of the sauna is charged separately. This can be paid on departure according to use. - End of stay cleaning: Included. - Arrival time: 4pm onwards. - Departure time: 10am. - Pets: Pets allowed with prior arrangement. - Smoking: No smoking in the property.
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Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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Low season
27 Jun 08
1 Jul 09
1800£ 1,800
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High season
1 Jul 09
1 Sep 09
2800£ 2,800
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11
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
Guestbook
- Janet & Steve: "Excellent food, lovely room & superb surroundings - see you soon."
- Hunters: "Happy & relaxing stay, thank you for making our stay so special -looking froward to returning next year."
- Harrisons: "Thank you so much for all your help & making our wedding perfect." - Greens: "A wondetrful time, lovely people, village & church, food & everything at the chateau superb - we will return."
- Boorers: "Faultless hospitality, Englands loss is Frances gain!"
- Skivingtons: "5th time & it just gets better! Particularly the food!!!"
- James: "Superb house, fantastic hospitality, food to die for!!!!!!!! See you soon."
- Martins: "Thank you for the most wonderful second honeymoon!!"
- Kenhards: "Stunning place, wonderful hospitality, not to mention the haute cuisine - we'll be back!"
Availability notes
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