Vendee holiday chateau / country house: Charzais, Fontenay le-Comte

Charming French Petit Chateau with Private Heated Pool and Parklike Grounds.

Vendee chateau / country house rental - Cristallin - charming petit chateau
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Description Chateau / Country House, 310 m²,
8 Bedrooms, Sleeps 17, 2 Bathrooms, 1 Separate Toilet
Facilities rural, village, pool, garden, pets considered, internet access
Rates per property (GBP)
£300 - £350/night 
£600 - £3,450/week 
Amanda Timperley
+44 (0)78-52411544
Speaks: English, French
Contact the Owner
 
Special Offer: 50% off Xmas market weeks yr own chateau Dates: Nov 16, 2009 to Dec 12, 2009

Photos and Description of this Vendee holiday chateau / country house Self-catering. 8 Bedrooms, 2+ bathrooms, sleeps 14 adults plus extra children

Cristallin, a petit chateau of great charm, sits on the edge of the small and tranquil village of Charzais, hidden away behind stone walls and magnificent iron gates. There is a large heated pool (with security cover) in the 4500m² park like grounds which are dotted with statues, fruit trees, grape vines, and huge trees including an ancient magnolia grandiflora. This is a beautiful sprawling french country garden, unmanicured and a true delight to discover. This gas centrally heated residence which also has several fireplaces would make a marvellous venue for a family Christmas. Ideally suited to groups of friends or large families holidaying together, the property is entirely at the disposal of the guests with exclusive use of the pool. The rooms have an air of faded grandeur and have been decorated with furniture and objects collected by the owners from the local antique shops. The style of the property could be described as shabby chic. Comfortable beds, quality linens.
Vendee chateau / country house rental - Cristallin - charming petit chateau

Cristallin - charming petit chateau
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Cosy double bedroom - La Chambre Printemps
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Le Salon Rouge
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9x4 metre heated swimming pool +top security cover
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Cosy yet grand double bedroom - La Chambre Ete
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Privacy is guaranteed at our chateau

Location: Vendee in France

Nearest Airport: La Rochelle at 50 Kilometres
Nearest Ferry: St Malo at 306 Kilometres
Nearest Train: Fontenay le-Comte at 3 Kilometres
Nearest Motorway: A83 at 5 Kilometres
Nearest Beach: beach at 60 Kilometres
Car: recommended
Charzais is situated 33 miles North East of the coastal resort of La Rochelle (airport), on the edge of the beautiful woodland Mervent Forest National Park, with its lakes, beaches and lovely walks. It is 1 mile from the historic town of Fontenay le Comte, with good supermarkets, a traditional Saturday market, bars and restaurants. Within 40 min are the sandy beaches of the Vendée and Charente Maritime, including La Rochelle, Ile de Ré, Les Sables d'Olonne and La Tranche sur Mer. If you want a change of pace then the tranquil setting of the Marais Poitevin, with its Venise Vert waterways are just 20 min away. Lake swimming and canoes available 5 mins drive. For kids of all ages the Futuroscope theme park is an hour away near Poitiers (airport), the history adventure park at Puy du Fou is an easy drive, and for the adults the local vineyards offer tastings plus of course the famous Cognac houses are within easy reach for tours and tastings. Bordeaux (airport) is 2 hours drive.

Availability for this holiday chateau / country house rental in Vendee, France

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Special Offer

Rental Rates for this holiday chateau / country house in Vendee, France

Special Offer: 50% off Xmas market weeks yr own chateau

Special Offer From:
Dates Nov 16, 2009 to Dec 12, 2009

Half price offer for the remaining weeks of 2009 up to 12 Dec. Includes school holiday wks. Why rent a house when you can rent a chateau?! Enjoy all the region has to offer + the famous Vendee micro-climate. Take advantage of cheap flights to La Rochelle, Poitiers or Nantes. Easy drive from ferry ports. The chateau features a library filled with books, dvds & board games. Xmas week still available

Rental Basis:
per property
Rental rates quoted in:
British Pounds
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Rental Rates
Dates Rates
Name of Period Begins Ends Weekly Week
Night		 Weekend
Night		 Minimum Stay
Nov, Dec 2009 50% discount 01 November 2009 - 18 December 2009 £600 - - 1 Week
DISCOUNTED Xmas/New Year 09 19 December 2009 - 08 January 2010 £1,995 - - 1 Week
Winter 2010 09 January 2010 - 26 March 2010 £950 £350 £300 2 Nights
Spring 2010 27 March 2010 - 29 May 2010 £1,200 £300 £350 2 Nights
Summer 2010 30 May 2010 - 25 June 2010 £2,700 - - 1 Week
Peak Summer 2010 26 June 2010 - 27 August 2010 £3,450 - - 1 Week

Please Note: The owner of this property accepts payment in the original currency specified (British Pounds), 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.

Additional information about rental rates

  • SPECIAL OFFER ... up to 50% discount on remaining 2009 weeks.

    XMAS WEEK discounted

    FREE WINE!!!! Book now for Summer 2010 and receive a FREE CASE OF WINE on arrival at the chateau. Offer applies to bookings confirmed before 31 November 2009.
  • Rates include bed linen and bath towels, heating, pool heating (certain months only - pool not available winter), and some firewood (in winter).
    Additional cleaning on demand - please enquire.
  • Refundable security deposit required.

Accommodation and facilities for this holiday chateau / country house rental in Vendee, France

Property Type:
  • chateau / country house (detached)
Accommodation Type:
  • self-catering
Floor Area:
  • 310 m²
Location Type:
  • rural
  • village
Theme:
  • family
  • away from it all
General:
  • towels provided
  • central heating
  • linen provided
Kitchen:
  • grill
  • 4 ring stove
  • dish washer
  • fridge
  • freezer
  • hob
  • oven
  • microwave
  • washing machine
Living Room:
  • fireplace
  • comfy seating for 12 people
Dining:
  • dining room
  • seating for 12 people
Bathrooms:
  • 2 Bathrooms, 1 Separate Toilet
  • Bathroom 1 - Toilet, Bath with Shower, Shower Enclosure
    Bathroom 2 - Toilet, Shower Enclosure
    Bathroom 3 - Toilet
Bedrooms:
  • 8 bedrooms, sleeps maximum of 17 people
  • Chambre Ete - 1 Extra Lg. Double Bed, hand basin
    Chambre Printemps - 1 Large Double Bed, hand basin
    Chambre Automne - 1 Large Double Bed
    Chambre Hiver - 1 Large Double Bed
    Bedroom 5 - 1 Large Double Bed, hand basin
    Bedroom 6 - 1 Large Double Bed, hand basin
    Bedroom 7 - 1 Cot, bunks
    Bedroom 8 - 1 Sofa bed/Futon
  • 1st floor: Bedroom 1 - “Ete” very large double bed, armoire, tower room with handbasin. Bedroom 2 – “Printemps” double bed and armoire, handbasin. Bedroom 3 - “Automne” double bed and armoire. Bedroom 4 – “Hiver” double bed, wardrobe. Shower room- shower, handbasin, toilet. 2nd floor: Bedroom 5: 'La Chambre Creme' double bed with large cupboard. Bedroom 6: Room with double bed and handbasin opens into 2nd room (Bedroom 7) with bunk beds and travel cot. Bedroom 8: 'La Chambre Chinoise' futon double bed Bathroom – bath, shower, toilet, handbasin.
Entertainment:
  • TV
  • satellite or cable
  • radio
  • stereo system
  • CD
  • DVD
Internet Access:
  • internet access
  • wireless broadband
Outside:
  • sand pit
  • garden
  • barbecue
  • parking
  • 20 garden chairs
  • 8 deck chairs
Swimming Pools:
  • outdoor pool
  • heated pool
  • private pool
Suitability:
  • wheelchair inaccessible
  • suitable for elderly or infirm
  • children welcome
  • long term rentals available
  • pets considered
Local Activities:
  • swimming
  • tennis
  • walking
  • sailing
  • cycling
  • fishing
  • horse riding
  • golf
  • wind-surfing
  • water skiing
Attractions:
  • ATM/bank
  • autumn foliage
  • bay
  • botanical garden
  • churches
  • cinemas
  • eco tourism
  • fitness centre
  • forests
  • groceries
  • hospital
  • library
  • marina
  • museums
  • recreation centre
  • theme parks
  • water parks
Leisure Activities:
  • beachcombing
  • bird watching
  • fly fishing
  • gambling casinos
  • hiking
  • ice skating
  • live theatre
  • paddle boating
  • sight seeing
  • water tubing
Nearby Attraction / Facility:
  • restaurants
  • ruins
  • scenic drives
  • waterfalls
  • winery tours
  • zoo
Nearby Activities:
  • golf pass optional
Nearby Services:
  • babysitting
  • massage therapist
  • medical services
Notes: The front door opens into a large hallway. To the left the dining room with large oak table and marble topped sideboards, to the right le Salon Rouge with warm red walls and chandelier, the perfect place to relax by the open fire. Also on the ground level, a salon with original impressionist paintings and magnificent Venetian chandelier. A circular library with books and board games, CDs and DVDs. In the Coachouse is a summer kitchen with a large 6 ring gas cooker (in addition to the oven and hob in the kitchen of the main house - handy for large groups), a drinks fridge and ping pong table. There is an abundance of outdoor furniture and loungers plus a BBQ. The main kitchen is well equipped with gas hob, electric oven, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, coffee machine, food processors, blenders and cocktail shakers! There is a generous selection of glasses, plates, serving platters and cutlery, as well as unbreakable glasses for poolside. Internet available ONLY ON REQUEST.

Further details for this holiday chateau / country house rental in Vendee, France

HISTORY: Legend has it that the village of Charzais derives its name from a contraction of 'Cour des Sarrazais' - the Court of the Saracens. In the eighth century many defeated saracens worked as serfs on the land around Charzais. Until the early twentieth century, the walled garden in which Cristallin stands was still known as 'La Cours'. In the mid-nineteenth century the chateau was owned by Dr Chevallereau, a foremost Parisian eye doctor. It was he who named the property Cristallin, meaning 'clear vision'. The doctor would travel from Paris with his entourage to spend the summer months at Cristallin. Among his visitors was the Impressionist painter Madelaine Fleury who studied under Claude Monet. Her painting of a local ruin, 'Chateau de La Citardierre' is among the paintings which cover the salon walls.

WHY RENT A HOUSE WHEN YOU CAN RENT A CHATEAU?: Why limit yourself to a villa, gite or holiday house when for the same price (and often less ...) you can rent a beautiful chateau!? Ideal for a family holiday but also a wonderfully romantic experience for couples. Our rates are very competitive and at certain times of the year it is possible for a small group or couple to rent the chateau for the same price or less than the cost of a villa. We offer special rates to those coming to our lovely region on house hunting excursions and the advice is free! If you are thinking of taking a sabbatical, or perhaps would like to take time out to discover the artist or writer in you, contact us and we can put together a good rate for you ... whether your stay be short or long term. The region is a gourmet's paradise with many wonderful local gastronomic delights and fabulous local markets. There are also many vineyards in the area who offer tastings .. or 'degustation' as they call it here!

LONG WINTER LETS: We offer Cristallin for long winter lets and our rates are very reasonable. Please contact us for further information.

Golf: Golf nearby. Please contact us for further information and web-links to the golf domains.

Reviews for this holiday chateau / country house rental in Vendee, France

Rating
5 out of 5

Comments from Owner Guestbook

HRGuestBook70806 HR GuestBook
Review Submitted: December 6, 2007 Date of Stay: December 2007
Hugh's collection service was spot on. Thank you! And Cristallin lived up to all our expectations. Wonderful. You score maximum points with very happy guests. Yet best of all was your music collection - Fab! With very warm regards, Douglas.
All in all we had a brilliant time, just what we needed to recharge the batteries. Thanks again for the chance to stay in your home, the pictures are great of the kids enjoying the pool should you wish them for a brochure. Would also love updates on the chateau as it looks like a labour of love and I can't wait to get back to work to tell everyone about it as they were quite envious when I told them of our plans
Regards, Erica and Mark
I loved Cristallin. It's a beautiful property, sensitively decorated and with plenty of character combined with comfort (great beds!). The grounds are beautiful. Plenty of great things for the kids to do and see - as well as a beautiful place to relax for the rest of us! Warm regards,Samantha
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Rating
5 out of 5

Glorious Summer Holiday in a Glorious Setting!

Davina and Bryan Chelsea, London, UK
Review Submitted: October 10, 2009 Date of Stay: August 2009
Beautiful chateau, lovely pool and grounds. Great value for money. The owners were very helpful and friendly. Very comfortable beds and nice linen. Loved the library too, amazing selection of dvds, not that we spent much time in side as the weather was just lovely! Might have to book to come back in winter but would need more than a week to watch all those movies! thanks ever so much and we hope to see you soon.
Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Helpful votes: 2/2
Rating
5 out of 5

Christmas at Cristallin

Helen and Paul Southampton, UK
Review Submitted: January 5, 2009 Date of Stay: December 2008
Every other year our family go away together for Christmas, each time we try to find a property that is a bit different and in an interesting area. This year we chose Cristallin and we weren't disappointed, we all had a fabulous Christmas. As soon as we walked in even though it is a large house it felt really welcoming, lovely, warm and Christmassy.

It is a fascinating home and it is like stepping back in time but with all the necessary mod cons. You could imagine all the people over the years that had also enjoyed a Christmas at Cristallin, it was like having your own National Trust house for a week!

The bedrooms were very spacious and there was plenty of room for all thirteen of us. We loved sitting down for our meals in the dining room, it felt like a real old fashioned family Christmas with the tree in the corner and all of us sat round the table with plenty of good food and drink! Many evenings were spent in the Salon Rouge where there were plenty of comfy chairs (something which is often lacking in rental properties) playing games and chatting.

There are so many interesting places to visit in the area, La Rochelle was wonderful and well worth the drive and Fontenay Le Compte just down the road is a lovely old town to wander around.

Amanda and David were so helpful and gave us loads of information before we arrived and it was nice to know that if we had any problems that we could easily contact them.

Cristallin must be wonderful in the summer too when the swimming pool is in action and the garden is huge - great for family barbeques and get togethers - a lovely house for enjoying time with family and friends.
Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Helpful votes: 3/3
Rating
5 out of 5

Simply gorgeous!

Gourge London
Review Submitted: July 2, 2008 Date of Stay: March 2008
"Cristallin" is gorgeous! The decor in the Chateaux is just wonderful - I felt I was tucked away in magical old France, with all the charm of the past, combined with the facilities of today! The owners were so helpful and accomodating, and the region seemed so very un - touristy making it particularly special. And with a location in proximity to the Ile de Re and La Rochelle - I would thoroughly recommend this chateau to my friends!
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Rating
5 out of 5

CHARMING CHATEAU IN ADORABLE VILLAGE

CHAPPY NEW YORK CITY
Review Submitted: June 3, 2008 Date of Stay: May 2008
The chateau "Cristallin" was everything that the photos showed and more. It is a warm, lived in home, well maintained, very clean and very charming! It is tucked into a tiny corner of a tiny village out of a movie set. It is close to a slightly larger town, which has shopping, and grocery stores. However, note that they all close early. This is a true french village, no tourist amenties here, which I found very refreshing. It is a day trip to the towns of Cognac, Bordeaux, and Loire Valley. The owners, Amanda and Dave, were extremely helpful in advising where to go and how to get there. They also helped me out in a difficult situation with my rental car, providing me with much needed french translation. Again, they went out of their way for me, and extremely accomodating. I would and will recommend this chateau to my friends!
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