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Charming French Petit Chateau in peaceful parklike grounds, heated pool — Property 70806

  • 8 Bedrooms, 2+ bathrooms, sleeps 14 adults plus extra children
  • Location: Charzais, Fontenay le-Comte Vendee, Western Loire, France

Summary of the chateau / country house, 8 bedrooms, sleeps 17

Summary of the chateau / country house, 8 bedrooms, sleeps 17
Rental Rate : £950 - £2700 per property per week
Contact Amanda Timperley
+44 (0)78 52411544
Property type:
chateau / country house, detached, 310 m²
Location type:
Rural, Village
Highlights:
Outdoor pool, Garden, Barbecue
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  • Pets allowed
  • Suitable for elderly
  • Swimming pool
  • Garden
  • Family friendly
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Cristallin - charming petit chateau

Cristallin - charming petit chateau
Cosy double bedroom - La Chambre Printemps

Cosy double bedroom - La Chambre Printemps
Le Salon Rouge

Le Salon Rouge
9x4 heated swimming pool top rated security cover

9x4 heated swimming pool top rated security cover

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Cosy yet grand double bedroom - La Chambre Ete Traditional baignore in main bathroom Dining room with seating for 12+ people La Chambre Hiver Salon with original impressionist paintings La Chambre Automne Large park like grounds - a delight to explore Privacy is guaranteed at our chateau
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Charming French Petit Chateau in peaceful parklike grounds, heated pool

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.

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Location Charzais, Fontenay le-Comte Vendee < Western Loire < France

Charming French Petit Chateau in peaceful parklike grounds, heated pool Charzais, Fontenay le-Comte Vendee < Western Loire < France
Map location symbol marks the location of this property in Vendee
Location
Nearest airport: La Rochelle at 50 kilometres
Nearest beach: Beach at 60 kilometres
Nearest motorway: A83 at 5 kilometres
Nearest ferry port: St Malo at 306 kilometres
Nearest railway station: Fontenay le-Comte at 3 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.

Local activities swimming, tennis, walking, sailing, cycling, fishing, horse riding, golf, wind-surfing, water skiing



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Availability for the chateau / country house in Vendee, France

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Rental rates for the chateau / country house in Vendee, France

Rental basis is per property to be paid in:
British Pounds
Rental Rates
  Dates Rates  
Period name Begins Ends Weekly Weekend per night Midweek per night Minimum stay
Late Summer 08 13 Sep 2008 26 Sep 2008 GBP 1450 - - 1 Week
Autumn 08 27 Sep 2008 24 Oct 2008 GBP 1200 GBP 350 GBP 250 2 Nights
Mid Term Oct 08 25 Oct 2008 31 Oct 2008 GBP 1450 - - 1 Week
Low Season 08 01 Nov 2008 19 Dec 2008 GBP 950 GBP 220 GBP 220 2 Nights
Xmas/New Year 08 20 Dec 2008 02 Jan 2009 GBP 1950 - - 1 Week
Low Season 09 03 Jan 2009 13 Feb 2009 GBP 950 GBP 220 GBP 220 2 Nights
Mid Term Feb 08 14 Feb 2009 20 Feb 2009 GBP 1450 - - 1 Week
Low Season 09 21 Feb 2009 03 Apr 2009 GBP 1200 GBP 350 GBP 300 2 Nights
Easter 2009 04 Apr 2009 17 Apr 2009 GBP 1950 - - 1 Week
Spring 09 18 Apr 2009 22 May 2009 GBP 1200 GBP 350 GBP 300 2 Nights
Mid term May 09 23 May 2009 29 May 2009 GBP 1950 - - 1 Week
High Season 09 30 May 2009 24 Jul 2009 GBP 2450 - - 1 Week
Peak Season 09 25 Jul 2009 18 Sep 2009 GBP 2700 - - 1 Week
Xmas/New Year 09 19 Dec 2009 31 Dec 2009 GBP 2450 - - 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

  • BOOK NOW for 2009 and receive a free case of wine on arrival
    Applies to bookings confirmed before the end of June 2008
  • Rates include bed linen and bath towels, heating, pool heating (certain months only - pool not available mid winter), some firewood (in winter) and a welcome basket.
    Additional cleaning on demand - please enquire
  • £300 refundable security deposit required.
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Accommodation and Facilities for the chateau / country house 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:
  • dish washer, fridge, freezer, hob, oven, microwave, washing machine, grill, 4 ring stove
Living room:
  • fireplace seating for 12 people
Dining:
  • dining room seating for 12 people
Bathrooms:
  • 3 bathrooms
  • 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:
  • satellite or cable, DVD, tv, radio, stereo system, cd
internet access
  • internet access, wireless broadband
Outside:
  • sand pit, garden, barbecue, parking, 20 garden chairs, 8 beach chairs
Swimming pools:
  • outdoor pool, heated pool, private pool
Suitability:
  • pets considered, long term renters welcome, suitable for elderly or infirm, children welcome, wheelchair inaccessible
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.
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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 Information:

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

Featured Review

5/5

Comments from Owner Guestbook

HRGuestBook70806, HR GuestBook
Review Submitted: December 06, 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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