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Flexible
Access:
Car advised Nearest amenities: 2 km
Notes:
Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
This is a rustic and classic real French manor house by the river Loire, the Chateau du Clos is 1000 years old! There are beautiful large reception rooms and the Chateau du Clos can sleep up to 8 guests. There are spectacular views and scenery. This classical 16th to 18th century Chateau du Clos lies besides the Loire River in 100,000 square metres of lovely park and gardens on the outskirts of a village, 15 kilometres from Orleans. The interior is elegantly furnished with period furniture and paintings that have been handed down over a period of many years and there is a marvellous sense of peace and continuity here. Downstairs the manor has a large entrance hall and a huge, well furnished salon with a fireplace. There is a library with a grand piano, dining room and a study with a smaller TV salon with doors opening on to the terrace. The kitchen is fully equipped with oven and hob, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and microwave amongst other things, there is a washing machine, television, and telephone. Also on the same level there is also a WC and bathroom. Upstairs are four double bedrooms, one single bedroom, one bathroom, one shower room, WC's, and a sauna. The gardens are beautifully kept in the traditional style with lawns and centuries old trees. The terrace looks onto the River Loire! This is a very quiet and peaceful property. Chateau du Clos.
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The Loire Valley / Eure-et-Loire region
Playground of the kings of France for many centuries, the Loire Valley's chief glory lies in the many magnificent chateaux studding the banks of the river and its tributaries. These sumptuous palaces, castles and their noble gardens are among the country's main attractions.
The Beauce, north of the Loire, is made of vast wheat fields. South of the river, the Sologne is known for its majestic lakes and its forests, historically a favoured royal hunting ground. Farther south lie the rolling hills of the Berry, one of the most deeply rural parts of France.
There are over a thousand chateaux in France, and some of the most outstanding are located in the Loire Valley. All of the chateaux in the Loire are exceptional in their own right - whether an historical site, owned privately or by the government, the tours through these beautiful castles are the only practical means to support them.
France is fortunate to possess so many standing castles after the ravages caused by centuries of wars. Some of the better known and most visited chateaux include: Amboise, Angers, Azay-le-Rideau, Blois, Chambord, Chenonceaux, Cheverny, and Villandry.
An ancient Roman city, Orléans is the region's capital, and historically one of France's major centres of learning. Its place in history was secured in 1429, when a peasant girl by the name of Jeanne d'Arc (Joan of Arc), stormed the city, smashed the British forces who had laid siege to it for seven months, and marched Charles VII north to the city of Reims to be crowned King of France. This was a turning point in the Hundred Years war that was fought until 1453 between the English and the Capetian kings. Northeast of the city lies the foret d'Orléans a 38,000 hectares elk-rich forest, that is a hiker's paradise. Southeast is the town of Sancerre, where one of the region's most famous white wines is produced.
The historic town of Bourges, with its cobbled streets, many architectural treasures and its Saint-Etienne cathedral (considered one of the most outstanding examples of Gothic architecture in all of France) is well worth a visit.
Val-de-Loire boasts twenty-two world-class wines - Loire wines are known, near and far, for their light, fruity flavour and bouquet - some of the more noted include: Sancerre, Valencay, Montlouis, Pouilly Fouisse and Vouvray.
The area is also well known for its specialty cheeses which include Crottin de Chavignol and Sainte-Maure de Touraine. The real Crottin de Chavignal comes from the raw milk of a breed of mountain goats and is usually served coated in fine herbs. As the cheese matures and hardens the flavour becomes more intense. Sainte-Maure de Touraine is considered to be the masterpiece of Touraine goat's cheese. This stark white cheese is first rolled in misty and citrus flavoured black wood ash. The cheese then matures to produce a light salty taste, a walnut aroma and a slightly nutty flavour.
Freshwater fish from the rivers such as salmon, perch and trout are other regional favourites. Mushrooms from the local caves, wild duck, pheasant, hare, boar, deer and quail are other popular classics. The famous French upside-down apple pie known as the "tarte tatin" also comes from the Loire Valley.
The patchwork fields, cool forests and lazy rivers of the Loire Valley invite the active holidaymakers to walk, cycle, windsurf, sail and canoe in the gentle countryside. Tennis players and golfers will find first rate facilities throughout the region. Visitors can drift leisurely over the châteaux and countryside in a hot air balloon or enjoy the spectacular sights from ground level by hiring a houseboat or barge for the day.
Orleans area
The village has a variety of shops and several restaurants including one particularly good one. Orleans 10 minutes away by car has everything and more, and evidence of its link with the Maid of Orleans is everywhere; it is also the centre for the wine produced in the vineyards surrounding the city and there are several places where you can taste.
The pleasures of Paris are little more than one hour from here (by car or direct trains from Orleans) Versailles Chateau is also 1 hour away. There are 3 golf courses within a radius of 15 kilometres, La Ferte Saint Aubin; another is the famous Baron BIC course at Les Bordes, 25 kilometres away. You can take balloon flights and see some of the countryside and hidden chateaux from the air, or hire kayaks, fish and even swim in the river.
The magnificent Chateau de Chambord is 25 kilometres from here, worth seeing for its awesome size alone. The Cheverny Vineyards are to the south of Chambord, and Cheverny Chateau has some magnificent paintings and a hunting museum. Further south is Valencay and its splendid formal gardens and another chance to taste the wine at local vineyards. Also there are many other great chateaux as Blois, Chaumont (with a famous garden festival during the summer), and Amboise etc. Many typical and attractive villages on the banks of the Loire as Meung sur Loire, (6kms) Beaugency (10 kilometres) each with their own chateau, and there are other deep in the Orleans forest.
How to get there
Nearest airport: Orly (90km), Roissy CDG (200km), Tours (80km). Nearest train station: Meung Sur Loire (5km), Orléans (15km). Nearest town: Saint Ay (0.5km).
Activities near Orleans
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Waterpark Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Cycling holidays
Facilities
Luxuries:
Log fire, Internet access, Boat available for guest use, Sea view
General:
Central heating, TV, CD player, Telephone, Fax, Safe
Balcony / Terrace, Private garden, BBQ, Bicycles available, Private fishing lake / river
Access:
Secure parking
Further details indoors: The interior is elegantly furnished with period furniture and paintings that have been handed down and collected over a period of many years and there is a marvellous sense of peace and continuity here.
There are 4 bedrooms to sleep a maximum of 8 guests.
Downstairs the manor has a large entrance hall and a huge, well furnished salon with a fireplace. There is a library with a grand piano, a dining room and a study with a smaller TV salon with doors opening on the terrace overlooking the river. The kitchen is fully equipped with oven and hob, fridge/freezer, dishwater and microwave amongst other things, there is a washing machine and television, and telephone. Also on the same level there is also a WC and bathroom. Upstairs are four double bedrooms, one bathroom, one shower room, WC's, and a sauna. The gardens are beautifully kept in the traditional style with avenues of topiary, lawns and shady centuries old trees. The terrace looks onto the River Loire: UNESCO World Heritage (and last untamed river in Europe). This is a very quiet and peaceful property, no neighbours, except the housekeeper's property.
The interior is classic, with lots of character and a rustic charm.
The manoir has free WIFI internet connection.
Further details outdoors: The chateau overlooks the LOIRE!!!! Private gardens. Spectacular.
Conditions
Security deposit: €1000. 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 in the rental price. Arrival time: 4.00pm onwards. Departure time: 10.00am. Pets: Pets not 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.
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