Charming Picturesque 14th Centuary Chateau — Property 12684
- 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, sleeps 10
- Location: Cezais Vendee, Western Loire, France
Summary of the chateau / country house, 4 bedrooms, sleeps 10
- Contact Sylvia Robertson
- +0044 131 6671878
- Property type:
- chateau / country house, detached, 180 m²
- Location type:
- Rural, Village
- Highlights:
- Garden, TV, Parking
- View all features
- Pets not allowed
- Garden
- No smoking
Chateau front 1566 'Vertu extinguishes vice' |
Guard Room. A massive fireplace dominates the room |
Bedroom. Has stunning French antique furniture |
Bedroom. French mottos around the room |
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Charming Picturesque 14th Centuary Chateau
Chateau de la Cressonniere is a 14th century French Historical listed building. The medieval castle has remarkable architectural features. There are vast outbuildings a stable a barn and a dried moat. It is situated on 2.5 acres of grounds and has been restored to the highest standard. The Chateau was home to a military Protestant Cavalry of 200 men and horses. In 1794 a republican army set it on fire. It wasn't until 1986 that restoration began to restore it to its former glory. There is an outdoor swimming pool and a three bedroom two bathroom house within the stable .
Location
Cezais Vendee < Western Loire < France
| Nearest airport: | La Rochelle at 60 kilometres |
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| Nearest beach: | Beach at 60 kilometres |
| Nearest motorway: | Fontenay le Comte at 12 kilometres |
| Nearest ferry port: | La Rochelle at 60 kilometres |
| Nearest railway station: | Niort at 30 kilometres |
| Car: | necessary |
Situated in Cezais 4 Kms.from Vouvant,one of the prettiest villages in France with its meandering river and Gothic church. The forset of Mervent-Vouvant is nearby and is full of activities including Horse-riding,Cycling,Fishing Canoeing,Swimming to name but a few. There is a restaurant, a beach and a Zoo here also. The area is steeped in history of wars and legends with many beautiful Chateaux Churches and Historical buildings to discover. The nearest towns are Fontenay le Comte and Chataigneraie about 12 and 8 Kms.away.There are lovely beaches on the coast about 60Kms away where the airport of La Rochelle is situated.60Kms north lies Nantes,another big airport and Poitiers to the East about an hours drive. Niort is 30 mins drive and has a fast train to Paris. It takes an hour and a half.
Local activities diving, swimming, tennis, walking, sailing, cycling, fishing, horse riding, golf, wind-surfing, mountain biking, paragliding
Availability for the chateau / country house in Vendee, France
- Last updated on:
- Tuesday, 15 July 2008
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Rental rates for the chateau / country house in Vendee, France
- Rental basis is per property to be paid in:
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| high season | 01 Jul 2008 | 31 Aug 2008 | GBP 1200 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 01 Sep 2008 | 20 Dec 2008 | GBP 1000 | - | - | 1 Week | |
*Please Note: The owner of this property accepts payment in the original currency specified, before use of conversion tool. The conversion tool is provided for your convenience only. The owner may accept other currencies if specifically agreed in advance.
Notes to the rental rates
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Due to the expensive furnishings and priceless antiques, £200 deposit is payable on booking and returned to you after your stay. There are no additional charges and the Chateau is yours for the duration of your stay.
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| Notes: | Although children are welcome it is at the parents risk. Being a 14th century Chateau there are many stone spiral staircases and difficult narrow stone steps with no hand rails. This all adds charm to the building but you must 'Faire Attention'. |
Other Activities Pedalos. canoeing, Chateaux,Churches and Historical interest.
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- Advertisers:
- Sylvia Robertson
- Telephone
- +0044 131 6671878
- Alt. Telephone
- 07504041915
- Preferred language(s):
- English
- Advertiser since:
- 19 Mar 2003
- Property listed since:
- 10 Mar 2004