Villa Fr5433

Description

Both modern and traditional furnishings will this recently restored 18th century chateau.
All of the 21st century amenities you may need, such as cooking, heating and telecommunications facilities are here.

Surrounded by 17 hectares of parkland, this elegant property features elegant formal gardens, orchards and streams for you to explore.
More active guests will enjoy the access to the squash, tennis and basketball courts as well as the large swimming pool and fully equipped gym.

The grounds offer so much, but for those wishing to explore this property is in the stunning location in the heart of the Rhone Valley.
Here you can experience the history and tradition of this area of France, as you explore its ancient towns and villages.

1) Chateau + Farmhouse (29 pax/ 16 bedrooms)
2) Chateau Only (15 pax / 9 bedrooms)


Chateau Interior

With all 850m2 of the Château having been restored to their former 18th Century glory the owners then furnished it with beautiful Modern and Provencal typical furniture and art. However, the Château's cooking, heating, cooling, telecommunication, electrical and plumbing systems are definitely 21st century!
With three large reception rooms, a library, a large 15 person dining room and a large informal dining kitchen the chateau is certainly spacious. The Château's rustic internal courtyard is perfect for al fresco meals and the scents and sounds of the fountains, aviaries and jasmine covered walls set a wonderful scene.
The Château has a fully equipped home-cinema which includes a 55" LED  screen, surround sound, DVD, Bluray, Satellite TV and music system.
There are 3 large master bedroom suites (three King sized beds) – one suite on the ground floor and two on the first floor – all en-suite with a separate shower. Six further bedrooms (four king sized beds and two with twin beds) are on the second floor. Each has its own en-suite bathroom (with showers over the bath) tiled with lovely Provençal tiles.

Accommodation:

- 9 Bedroom En-Suites (7 King size bed / 4 Single Beds )
    - 1 guest suite on ground floor (King Size Bed / Shower – Bathtub )
    - 2 guest suites on first floor (King Size Bed / Shower – Bathtub + 1 Terrace )
    - 6 en suite guest bedrooms on 2nd floor ( 4 King Size / 2 with two Single beds / Bathtub )
- Grand Salon
- TV Room
- Pool table room
- Library
- Kitchen with fridge, freezer, ice-machine, microwave, oven, hotplates, wok, washing machine, Nespresso machine and toaster
- Dining Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Internal courtyard with fountains and outdoor dining_x000D_

In the kitchen : _x000D_

- 1 fridge
- 1 washing machine
- 1 glass washing machine
- 2 sinks
- 1 microwave
- 1 oven
- 4 hobplates
- 1 wok
- 1 Nespresso coffee machine
- 1 toaster

In the kitchen backstage : _x000D_

- 2 professional ovens
- 3 fridges
- 1 freezer
- 1 ice machine
- 1 glass washing machine_x000D_

Farmhouse Interior (14 pax / 7 bedrooms)_x000D_

- 5 bedrooms with king size beds and en-suite bathrooms
- 2 bedrooms with twin beds and en-suite bathrooms_x000D_

Outside Grounds

The more sporty guests can use the gym, play squash, tennis, basket ball, or swim at any time of day or night. And the tennis and basketball courts are also floodlit ! The less sporting can take an enjoyable walk in the extensive grounds or settle for a genteel game of croquet, badminton or volleyball on the especially dedicated lawns.
And of course the marvellous "mirror" swimming pool (25mx10mx4.5m) and its adjoining children's pool (3mx3mx0.6m), is a wonderful place to lounge. This area also provides an outdoor shower and a spacious, open dining Pavillion and attached sitting room and kitchen/barbecue). There are separate changing rooms, with shower and WC facility next to the pool area, so you need never leave!

Facilities :_x000D_

- A/C
- Wi-Fi (available everywhere in the chateau + Courtyard + Pool)
- Satellite TV / LED
- Netflix
- Infinity Pool 25mX10 - 5 Meters Deep
- Pool Pavilion with open dining area & kitchen & cloakroom
- Sports Area: Tennis court ( lighten )/ Basket Ball court ( lighten ) / Volley Ball court / Gym Area / Squash court
- Pool table Room
- Organic kitchen garden combined with orchard for guest’s benefit
- Child-friendly (equipment : high chair / bed / cots / cook equipment )
- Pets-friendly
- Private XVII Chapel


The nearest airport to the chateau is Avignon (30km) and the local village is within walking distance.

You will not go hungry in this region of France with its specialties of truffles, calisson, melons and wide variety of wine. Chefs (not included) make pilgrimages from near and far to select the cream of the crop from Provence.

Guests can enjoy the riches of the region by visiting the picturesque markets of the nearby towns and villages. Local farmers bring their baskets of seasonal produce to sell directly from the traditional wooden trestle tables, placed under a canopy of plane trees.

If you feel the need to leave the glorious grounds of the château, there are activities beyond the gates. You can canoe down the river and take in the peaceful scenery.

The Chef (not included) can prepare a picnic for you to enjoy among the vineyards and orchards on the river banks. For the more active: horse riding, hiking, cycling and skiing can be arranged. There are also several nearby golf courses.

Music lovers will already know of the world-class operas and concerts that take place in the region. In Vaison la Romaine and Orange, concerts are held in the historic Roman theatres.

The Summer Arts Festival in the old papal city of Avignon is famous for its films, theatre and street performers. And let’s not forget bullfighting._x000D_

The stunning setting of two of the most intact Roman arenas in France - Nimes and Arles – is perfect for watching the toreadors and the bulls act out their ancient ritual.

The area is steeped in history. There are ruins, ancient villages, monuments, museums, medieval villages and towns and unchanged countryside to see and explore. The influence of Greek and Roman involvement over the last 2500 years is obvious everywhere._x000D_

The local village is just 2km away and has all basic amenities such us bar, cafe, pizzeria, bank and medical centre.