Wide mown verges, spreading horse chestnuts and beeches – breathe in the peace of the Sarthe. This pretty 16th-century outbuilding survived the Revolution (the original château was destroyed) and is now a luxurious hideaway. The character has been exquisitely kept: rough beams, parquet floors and a wow-factor staircase of ancient oak blocks that owners Isabelle and Christophe felt must be preserved. A high-ceilinged, deep-windowed living space has chic contemporary fittings and an impressively equipped kitchen; granite steps lead to a lounging barbecue terrace. On the ground floor, a big double bedroom with Louis XV-style chairs, its bath and dressing area tucked behind a screening wall. Upstairs, a double and a twin ideal for children; both light, but with their windows up high: this was once a cider store. These simple rooms are vibrant with Isabelle's hand-dyed linens: aubergine, hazelnut, lime green. Beyond the rose-clambered gate are wildflower meadows, a millpond and 20 acres. Pick vegetables and flowers from the organic potager; book a shiatsu massage or a children's cookery course.
Features
- Limited mobility
- At least one bedroom & bathroom accessible without steps.
- Children welcome
- Kids of all ages can stay.
- Credit cards
- Credit or debit card payment accepted.
- English spoken
- Host speaks English, whether perfectly or not.
- WiFi
- Wireless internet access available.
- Bikes available
- On the premises to hire or borrow.
Facilities
Electricity included
Open fire / woodburner
Microwave oven
Central heating
Mobile reception
Television
Barbecue
Dishwasher
Cooked meals available
Washing machine
Restaurant nearby
Shop within 3 miles
Address:
72130 Gesnes le Gandelin, Sarthe
Phone: +33 (0)6 85 83 89 16
Website: www.chateau-de-vaux.fr
Closed:
Never.
Booking information:
