Location: Chaumont-sur-Tharonne, Centre-Loire Valley, France, Europe (An hour drive south of Paris (between Orleans and Blois))
Accommodations: Country House / Chateau, 7 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 3.5+ Baths (Sleeps 8)
Keywords: Private Chateau
There's no better way to experience the glorious history of the Kings of France, and the Chateaux of the Loire Valley, than making the Chateau La Charmois your home, at least for a while! This jewel of a private Chateau is completely fenced in and surrounded by 28 acres of manicured grounds, fields, forest,
a lake & 2 ponds and 2 ancient farmhouses. There are walking paths, bicycles(helmets available), fishing gear and row boats available for your use.
The Chateau has been lovingly restored to its former glory, furnished with antiques and period pieces normally seen only in museums, but with all the modern amenities & features for a relaxing as well as stimulating stay. The attention to detail will transport you back to the elegance of "La Vie de Châtelain" that the Kings of France came to the Loire Valley to enjoy.
Most guests never want to leave the grounds, but should you wish to do so, the village is 8 minutes on foot from the Chateau. There, you'll find a bakery(where you can sample a delictable
Tarte Tantin, famously from the area), cafes, gourmet restaurants, a grocery store, butcher shop, antique store and the beautifully restored 15 Century Saint-Etienne Church at its center(the bell tower can be seen from the Chateau's windows). The surrounding country side is beautiful and lends itself to walks or bike rides, especially to the near-by CentreParcs recreational area with its pools, restaurants and day spa.
The Loire flows majestically through this castle-studded valley, listed as one of the UN World Heritage sites. When you're ready to venture further, just 25 minutes away by car or a delightful bike ride, is the Chateau Chambord, one of the most recognizable Chateaux because of its many turrets and Renaissance style. The Royal Town of Amboise might be next with King Francois I's Chateau perched on the hill, or maybe a visit to the darling of the Loire Chateaux, Chenonceau.
You might consider returning home and having our private chef, Damien, prepare a memorable gourmet meal before your eyes or take one of his cooking classes in the fully equipped Chateau's kitchen. We offer our guests the possibility of a several activities in and around the Chateau such as Food Market or Antique Tours, Winery visits & Wine Tasting, Drawing or Painting Seminars, Yoga Workshops & French Language Total Emmersion Courses.
Live the dream and step back into France's Glorious Past while in Royal Residence at the spectacular Chateau La Charmois.
If you'll be in need of lodging in Paris, please ask us about our one bedroom in the Chic 16th, or two bedroom in the culteraly rich and historic Latin Quarter.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed (3)
- Twin/Single Bed (3)
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV (2)
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Catering Available : Private chef available
- Outdoor Features
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Lakefront : View of pond with fountain in fore garden.
- Lake View : Expansive lake in rear grounds.
- Monument View : Bell Tower of Historic Saint Etienne Church in town's center
- Communications
- Telephone
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Fenced in 28 acres property--mix of manicured grounds, fields, forest, 2 ponds & 1 lake and 2 ancient farmhouses. There are walking paths, bicycles & helmuts, fishing gear and row boats available.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Not Suitable for Children
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Swimming
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Horseback Riding
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Centrally Located in the Loire Valley for Chateaux hopping, shopping for antiques, attending open markets, winery visits & wine tasting. Seminars held at the Chateau :French cooking, painting & drawing, Yoga, and Intensive French language immersion. There's a Day Spa in the village offering massage and other well-being & beauty treatments, but,the property and living accommodations are so inspiring & beautiful, you won't want to leave!
Rate Details (In Euros, US$, CAD$)
€2000-€4000/week
Rates may vary depending on services and seminars requested
US$, CAD$ & Euros accepted
Checks, Credit Card and PayPal
30% deposit holds reservation; balance due 30 days before arrival
Rates subject to change
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Property Photos
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- Princely Residence, Your Home in the Loire Valley! - Immaculate Chaumon-Sur-Tharonne Private Loire Valley Chateau
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- French Salon, Classic Elegance - Immaculate Chaumon-Sur-Tharonne Private Loire Valley Chateau
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- Formal Dining Room, Antique Furnishings & Gastronomical Delights! - Immaculate Chaumon-Sur-Tharonne Private Loire Valley Chateau
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- The Rose Bedroom, Views of Pond, Fountain and Saint Etienne Bell Tower
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- The Parlor, Classic Style & Warmth
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- Upper Floor Main Bedroom, Luxuriously Spacious, Exposed Beams & Plenty of Light
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- Upper Floor Salon, Warmth & Chateau Style
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- Light Upper Floor Bathroom w/Tub, Shower, 2 Sinks & Exposed Beams
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- The Kitchen, Heart & Hearth of the Chateau!
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- Private Road Leading to Chateau
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- A Lake, Two Ponds and Acres of Gardens, Fields & Forest
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- Dine Alfresco While Contemplating Your Royaume!
Traveler Reviews (10)
Words Can Not Describe!!!....but I will do my best.
Guest: Cita
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Date of Stay: 10/01/11
Review Submitted: 11/16/11
We (a group of long time friends) travel Europe frequently. One of our friends has a knack for finding beautiful Villas and Chateaus for each of our stays. Quite frankly, we make it a point to select a different one each time however, this one....will be the exception to our long running rule!!!! The Staff is beyond excellent!!!! Like no other! You feel at home from the time you step foot on the magnificent grounds. So welcoming. The attention to detail, accomodations, beautiful live orchids in every room, etc. are so much more than we ever anticipated. They absolutely think of EVERYTHING!!! The decor and furnishings are exquisite (fit for royalty) yet cozy and comfortable. Thoroughly impressed with the collection of music! I spent countless hours gazing at the inseperable swans in the lake and walking the grounds.The photos do not do justice. You must see for yourself! THANK YOU for sharing this treasure with us. I hope that all of the guests that visit respect and appreciate this rare gem. You must also treat yourself to a special gourmet meal prepared by Chef Damien. We can't wait to return!!!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+.
Wow!
Guest: Sandra Kearney1
(San Diego, CA USA)
Date of Stay: 10/16/09
Review Submitted: 02/04/11
The chateau and grounds are so incredibly beautiful that words and pictures simply cannot do it justice. We stayed for a week in October and loved every second we were there. The chateau is comfortable and has everything one could want or need. There is a great boulangerie a short walk down the road in a truly picturesque and pristine village. The area offers many towns, villages, and sights to explore, though you may be so enchanted by the chateau and grounds that you don't ever actually leave until, sadly, your stay is up. A stay here is a magical experience. I can't recommend it highly enough.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
A Christmas to Remember
Guest: Dawn
(Colchester, Connecticut)
Date of Stay: 12/23/10
Review Submitted: 01/18/11
Our Christmas holiday at Chateau La Charmois was nothing short of spectacular! The chateau was stunning. It was large enough to comfortably accommodate our entire family, yet cozy enough for us to feel at home. The staff had placed a Christmas tree, poinsettias, and other decorations for us to enjoy. Each room was filled with beautiful antique and period furniture and draperies. We particularly enjoyed the player piano. It may have been out of tune, but it gave us an excuse for singing out of tune! Although the chateau is over a hundred years old, the amenities and modern conveniences made us feel like we were in a new four star hotel. As is usual when a big family gathers together, we spent most of our time sitting around the huge farmhouse table in the kitchen preparing our next meal and talking about what we would prepare the following day. For Christmas dinner the butcher shop in the village prepared two turkeys for us. And each morning one of us walked to the boulanger for fresh baguettes, croissants, and pain chocolat. What a treat! And we did try the tarte tartin. We were not disappointed. The winter weather kept us from spending too much time on the grounds, but a few of us ventured out in the cold and snow to explore. The grounds are pristine – a photographer’s dream. Every shot looks like a postcard. We ventured away from La Charmois to visit nearby Chambord, Blois, and Vouvray. The countryside was beautiful and the wines we tasted were good enough to bring home! We also visited Paris, which was less than two hours away. Spending Christmas at La Charmois was an unforgettable experience that we will always treasure. Thanks to the entire staff for making our French Christmas such a memorable one.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, age 55+, families with teenagers.
A Wonderful Week at Chateau La Charmois
Guest: Dave
(Littleton, Colorado, USA)
Date of Stay: 07/28/10
Review Submitted: 10/27/10
Chateau La Charmois is magical. The chateau is elegant and immaculate and the grounds have dozens of secret places to explore. Cedric, the groundskeeper, fitted our 4 girls with bikes and, although they did enjoy riding into Chaumont-sur-Tharonne, their best times were biking around the 28 acres. Chef Damien prepared a wonderful dinner and a fun, happy, Saturday morning outdoor brunch overlooking the parklike "back yard", the biggest I've ever seen. We could have been happy never leaving the property.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Guest: ed koenig
(toronto, ontario)
Date of Stay: 02/11/09
Review Submitted: 02/11/09
After all the Chateau's we visited,it was only fitting to stay in such a magnificent place like Chateau du Lac. It's tranquility and beauty is magnificent! Close your eyes and transcend time.
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Guest: Andre' Khonaysser
(SAN FRANCISCO, CA.)
Date of Stay: 02/03/09
Review Submitted: 02/03/09
Chateau Du Lac offers so many possibilities that my wife & children had such a wonderfull time, now they are asking for another visit! The grounds are magical; long walks in the fenced gardens, ponds, flowers, trees all around makes it an enchanted place for kids & adults alike. The kitchen was my favourite, whether saute'ing mushrooms from the town market, or simply displaying breads/patries from the bakery before a peacefull breakfast, I felt at home. My wife & kids loved discovering the many rooms & sitting by the evening fire...so many memories, so much to write, better yet i promissed my family WE WILL BE BACK! I highly recommend Chateau Du Lac whether you want a family get away, a romantic visit to one of FRANCE's most scenic regions, or a large re union. My e.mail is enclosed & i would be happy to share information, better yet contact Chateau Du Lac I trust taht you will be recieved with the same caring & genuine proffesionalism that I and my family were afforded. Bon voyages, Andre' Khonaysser.
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Guest: Cynthia13
(Kentfield CA USA)
Date of Stay: 01/28/09
Review Submitted: 01/28/09
Looking at the photos reminds of me my frequent stays at Chateau du Lac. My stays were wonderful, I love to cook and the kitchen is a complete delight and well stocked. Eating outside in the summer was magical. The grounds and house are beautiful and well maintained. The area is quiet but you are so close to many other activites if you so desire. I took many bike rides and walks, the town is charming. This is a great house to go with a group of friends or family.
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Guest: Heather refetoff
(Chicago, IL, USA)
Date of Stay: 01/28/09
Review Submitted: 01/28/09
This is a wonderful region of France to visit and we had a really tremendous time there among the beautiful chateaux, villages, markets, vineyards and restaurants. Steven and Veronica, through whom we rented, made it also very special, looking after every detail for us. Wonderful accommodation, terrific atmosphere, like stepping back into a previous century. I can't wait to go back again. HR
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Guest: Cath Olivier
(Savannah Georgia)
Date of Stay: 01/28/09
Review Submitted: 01/28/09
"Beauty is in the eye of the beholder," as the saying goes, and thus, behold the abundant beauty at Le Chateau! Artisans, poets, musicians, writers, nature lovers, appreciateurs of elegance and tranquility, your views from an open window will enchant you and inspire you to create, photograph, or record your impressions. Le Chateau is such a place where you can saunter through the lush, sun-dappled grounds or sunny, charming interiors, curl up with good book by the fireplace and read, prepare a fine French meal to enjoy with friends and family, or capture the splendor of your surroundings in watercolors or on journal pages or simply in the guest book upon leaving ... and you won't want to leave. But vacations do have to end and ours did, but we enjoyed every single moment of our stay at Le Chateau! You will, too! Trust your senses and embark on a visit to a truly enchanted little piece of paradise. Le Chateau is an exquisite experience in every way!”
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