La Forge du Chateau
An authentic, carefully restored, multi-century forge, set in the peace and quiet of the countryside on the prestigious estate of the Château de Chaumont-Laguiche, an exceptional 17th-century heritage property (owned by the family since 1418) renowned for its sumptuous, French MH listed stables, A literal masterpiece and equestrian palace built for the grandson of the King of France Charles IX (one of the largest private stables of the Ancien Régime in France), this vast property is considered to be a belvedere and also includes a château and romantic park with a superb view of the Charolais mountains, the foothills of the Auvergne and, on a clear day, Mont Blanc. Quiet setting in a magnificent, unspoilt setting of nature and greenery, on the edge of woods and meadows (with peaceful Charolais cows as neighbours), bordering the vast, wild Avaise forest, protected as a ZNIEFF. Very comfortable gîte. Very spacious. Rooms of noble dimensions. Warm country feel combining tradition and modernity, in a gentle atmosphere combining classicism, vintage touches and a more contemporary feel. Vast exposed terrace overlooking pleasant enclosed garden (table tennis table & 3.7 m diameter above-ground swimming pool). Beautiful uninterrupted views over the gentle surrounding countryside. Access to the beautiful swimming pool and private tennis court on the estate.
Composition: property comprising 2 gîtes (totally independent) + historic building open to the public. Detached house. Wifi internet access. Oil-fired central heating. Ground floor: kitchen, living room, lounge, library, 1 bedroom (double bed 160x200cm) with private shower room for disabled people (shower/WC), separate WC. 1st floor: 7 bedrooms (2 with 2 p. bed. 140x190cm / bed 2 p. 160x200cm / 3 with 2 single beds 90x190cm, 2 of which extra / 1 single bed 90x190cm) including 2 with private bathrooms (1 shower / 1 bath), shower room (shower), bathroom (bath), 2 separate WCs. Enclosed garden (750m²) + terrace + private parking. Bike shed. 12x6m swimming pool (open from 9am to 6.30pm) + shared tennis court. Amenities 2.5 km away.