Magnificent 8 Bedroom Burgundy Chateau with Bassin Pool, Sleeps 14-18

Magnificent 8 Bedroom Burgundy Chateau with Bassin Pool, Sleeps 14-18

Holiday Highlights ~ Complimentary Tea or Kir Ducal (Cremant+Cassis) and nibbles on arrival ~ Wide choice of catering options ~ Spectacular setting-close to many areas of outstanding beauty.

Situated deep in the heart of Burgundy region located 40 miles west of Dijon and offering an easy route from Calais, Paris or other parts of Continental Europe is this beautiful 8-bedroom, 18^th century Louis XV Chateau with 14^th century Medieval towers complete with its own moat/lake, extensive gardens, parkland with woods and bathing pool. Guests of the villa will enjoy a unique stay in an exquisitely presented chateau set in glorious French countryside. The chateau is best suited to groups of 14 although can sleep 18 persons on request and is ideal for family holidays, large family and friends get-togethers and special celebrations. It’s certainly worth bringing something smart to wear for the evening.

The villa is approached from a country road through the gates of the estate down an avenue of lime trees where guests cross the moat onto a circular carriage drive. Steps lead to the main entrance door which opens into a spacious light filled entrance hall which features a grand piano and a sweeping stone staircase to the first floor. Other rooms on this level include a stunning panelled salon/lounge with French windows opening onto the rear terrace offering valley views, ideal for a summer lunch, evening drinks or a catered dinner whilst watching the sunset, a dining room with seating for up to 16 persons, a breakfast room/smaller dining room and a fully equipped. kitchen. Other features include a chapel and a ping-pong table, in the 2 Towers opposite the chateau.

Other rooms located on the ground floor are designated private and are used by house staff/live-in housekeeper.

FIRST FLOOR

The first floor features 8 bedrooms and their associated bathrooms as follows:

• Large double bedroom (1.9m x 1.8m) with en-suite bathroom and en suite boudoir bedroom suitable for a baby or small child.
• Large double bedroom (1.9m x 1.8m) with en-suite shower room.
• Antique Four Poster double bedroom (1.75m x 1.4m) with en-suite bathroom.
• 2 x Double bedrooms (1.8m x 1.5m) which have shared access to a bathroom.
• The following bedrooms all share the use of a family bathroom:
• Twin bedroom (1.9m x 1m) featuring boat beds more suited to children.
• 5 Single boat beds 2 x (2m x 1m), 1 x (1.9m x 1m), 2 x (1.85m x 0.9m) laid out with 3 beds alongside one wall and 2 beds alongside another. This is more of a childrens’ bedroom.
• Single bedroom (1.8m x 1m)

All but one of the bedrooms have high ceilings, and all offer stunning views over the estate.

Additionally, on this floor, there is a library with sofa, armchairs and a TV.

OUTSIDE

Within the extensive landscaped grounds there is a variety of areas of interest to explore including an orchard, a walled kitchen garden from where the gardener can provide guests with seasonal fruit, vegetables and herbs depending on availability and with an 18^th century Bassin (a circular pond 11m in diameter) ideal for swimming in. A boat is available for guests to row around the moat in whilst if you prefer land based activities there are several scenic country walking trails to explore.

Catering and Cookery Classes

A wide choice of catering options are available for guests of the villa, please click on the additional services tab for information. Burgundian cookery classes including market visits and key cooking skills teaching can be arranged for all ages and cooking levels. Details available on request.

Nearby

For general area exploration, car hire is recommended.  There are many places of interest to discover including the region’s capital, Dijon, home of the famous mustard and Kir.  A visit to the nearby town of Saulieu with its lively Saturday market is recommended. Want to see more chateaux where you can view beautiful interiors, art collections and gardens? there are plenty of others to visit in the region such as the beautiful Chateau de Sully; this and many other chateaux are open to the public. Cultural aficionados will enjoy the variety of galleries and museums on offer including the Musee Zervos featuring works of art from Picasso, Miro and Giacometti. For entertainment; music, festivals, fetes and flea markets or 'brocantes' run throughout the season. For the energetic, there is an array of activities on offer including Golf, Horse riding, Hot Air Ballooning, all forms of cycling including guided boutique cycling tours and even tree climbing parks where you can book yourself onto a tree climbing course.

Unwind and enjoy fabulous scenery at the nearby Morvan National Park consisting of 30,000 hectares of protected countryside. Visitors can walk, cycle, fish or swim in the lakes and reservoirs, or white water raft and canoe along the rivers.

The little ones will adore a visit to the Mini Zoo and Aquatic Centre, the  Prehistoric Animal Park and the Zoo and Waterslide Park.

After all this activity why not treat yourself to a spot of pampering at the Saulieu Spa.

Last but not least is the region’s food and wine offer. The Chateau is situated within 3 distinct wine regions, Chablis, Loire and Cote d’Or and guests will enjoy a variety of top quality wines as well as a selection of fabulous restaurants including Michelin starred establishments, all within easy access of the chateau.