In a beautiful and natural setting, surrounded by four acres of glorious grounds, Château De Fremont is a charming château ideal for family holidays, a reunion with friends or a romantic wedding in an ideal location in rural Burgundy.
The château has a fascinating history; it was built in 1900 for a famous French actress by her lover, giving it a true air of romance. In World War II the château was sold to the Red Cross and it was used as a war hospital for French and British soldiers. In more recent times it has become a delightful and comfortable holiday home as well as an ideal setting for special celebrations.
The vast four-acre estate is wonderful for walks through the gardens and forest, playing tennis with the kids or simply relaxing by the heated swimming pool followed by a barbecue.
Inside, the interiors have been thoughtfully renovated with ample space on the ground floor to chat with friends in the living rooms, watch movies in the home cinema room or prepare meals in the semi-professional kitchen to serve by candlelight in the delightful Orangerie. Twelve bedrooms across the first and second floor offer room for up to 32 guests, including some quad rooms perfect for a gathering of extended family.
Furthermore, the renovated Coach House, available alongside the château, offers three pretty en suite bedrooms with balconies overlooking the countryside as well as two apartments, sleeping up to a further 22 guests. With its own private garden and terrace, it’s a great option for wedding parties or larger groups looking for extra space.
The hospitable yet discreet owners live on the grounds and can arrange a daily continental breakfast or simply deliver croissants and fresh bread to your kitchen every day. They have an extensive wine list that guests can buy from whilst wine-tastings can take place in local wineries across one of the world’s most famous wine regions.
Indeed, you are close to the vineyards of the Côte de Beaune and Côte d’Or where incredible wines can be sampled and landscapes of vineyards can be admired. Beaune, the wine capital of Burgundy, is just forty minutes away, as is the famous Route des Grands Crus, which will not only appeal to wine lovers but also those who appreciate fine cuisine with many Michelin starred establishments across the Beaune region.
Closer to home, the Roman town of Autun has a wonderful weekly market as well as many historical treasures to discover. Meanwhile, nature lovers will adore the Parc Naturel Régional du Morvan, a protected nature park where you can pursue all sorts of outdoor activities in an outstanding setting.
Features:
1) Château De Fremont & Coach House (54-person rate) *
2) Château De Fremont & Apartment Two (40-person rate)**
* Please contact us for a tailor-made quote for 41-53 guests as lower prices may apply in some circumstances, depending on how many rooms/apartments are needed
** Apartment Two is more simple in style and possibly ideal for teenagers - see description below
Château Interiors
Ground Floor
- Hallway
- The Orangerie (16x14.5m) dining area
- Semi-professional kitchen, fully-equipped
- Library
- TV room with home cinema
- Lounge
- Reception room
- 3 x WCs
First Floor
- 5 x twin bedrooms
- Double bedroom
- Quad bedroom with four single beds
- Shower block with three shower rooms and three separate WCs
Second Floor
- 2 x quad bedrooms with four single beds
- Quad bedroom with double bed and two singles
- 2 x twin bedrooms
- Shower block with three shower rooms and three separate WCs
Château Outside Grounds
- Heated swimming pool (12x6m, depth from 90cm to 2m, heated to 27C) with permanent cover (see drone video, side panels can be opened depending on weather). Open approximately April to end-October, subject to weather.
- Al-fresco dining terrace
- Barbecue
- Access to tennis court
- Play area with swings and football goal
- Pond (no fishing)
- Large grounds / garden (4 acres)
Château Facilities
- Wi-Fi
- Heating (payable)
- Firewood
- Home-cinema and DVD player
- Books and board games
- Swings
- Football goals
- Hairdryer in each bedroom
- Bathroom toiletries
- Fire alarms
- Access to laundry room and ironing facilities (on request). Please note that this is the owners' personal laundry room with two washing machines and is not suitable for use for all 40-54 guests.
- 15 sun loungers
The Coach House Interiors
Coach House Rooms (First Floor)
- Bedroom One with double bed (180x200cm), TV, tea and coffee facilities, log-fire, large balcony with views, separate WC and en suite bathroom with bath and shower, toiletries, bathrobes and hairdryer
- Bedroom Two with double bed (180x200cm), TV, tea and coffee facilities, large balcony with views and en suite bathroom with bath and double sink, a separate shower room with WC, toiletries, bathrobes and hairdryer
- Bedroom Three with double bed (180x200cm), TV, tea and coffee facilities, log-fire, small balcony with views, separate WC and en suite bathroom with bath and shower, toiletries, bathrobes and hairdryer
Coach House Apartment One (Second Floor)
- Living room and balcony with views
- Small equipped kitchen area
- Double bedroom
- Twin bedroom
- Bedroom with bunkbeds
- Shower room with toiletries
- 2 x hairdryers
Coach House Apartment Two (First Floor, more simple in style, ideal for teens etc).
- 4 x double bedrooms
- 1 x twin bedroom
- Shower room with toiletries
- 2 x hairdryers
Coach House Outside Grounds
- Private garden
- Al-fresco terraces
- Parking area (up to 50 cars)
Please note, the ground floor of the Coach House is a reception room which can be used for weddings/events - please see our Events tab for further details.
Location:
Château De Fremont is part of a small commune with just the château and two farmhouses. A small village is around 3km away whilst a village with a restaurant, grocery shop, boulangerie and butchers is just 8km away in Épinac.
The château is an excellent starting point for exploring the local area and taking part in a wide variety of activities. It is located south-east of the Morvan Natural Park between Autun and Beaune.
Beaune (38km), Autun (20km), Nolay (13km), Chalon-sur-Saône (40km), Dijon (80km), and Château-Chinon (60km) are nearby and provide many kinds of touristic and cultural opportunities: museums, festivals and exhibitions. The area also includes numerous châteaux and other historical sites, including world famous vineyards and wine cellars where you can taste and buy excellent Burgundy wines by the bottle or ‘en vrac’. The château has all the information needed to plan your trips.
There are also excellent walks available around the château, with many trips starting there. They range from 4km upwards depending on how strenuous you want the walk to be, but all of them will provide stunning views and sights. The Morvan Natural Park is the perfect place for walking and would be ideal for you to bring a picnic. There are also some great outdoor activities across this region.
The nearest golf course is in Autun, an excellent 9 hole course which is 20 km from the château and 18 hole courses can be found in Beaune at 40km, Chalon at 40km and Dijon. Angling is also very popular in this area and the château can obtain a permit for you should you wish to do this.
There is plenty for children and families to do in and around Burgundy including visiting a zoo, an adventure park, going go-karting or making pottery. There are also excellent restaurants suitable for families. Children also enjoy spending time at the château and making the most of the swimming pool, the tennis courts, the play area and the many ball games that they can play on the lawns.
Terms & Conditions:
Security deposit?
€2000 paid via bank transfer to the owner before arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection.
Arrival time?
4.00 p.m.
Departure time?
10.00 a.m. (late check-out fee: €400, unless agreed with the owner).
Energy costs included?
Yes.
Heating costs included?
Extra €75 per day, paid locally.
Linen & towels included?
Yes (excludes pool towel, bathrobe and slippers rental - see below re. pool towel charges).
Pets welcome?
Not allowed.
Changeover day?
Saturday in July and August. Flexible during all other periods.
End of stay cleaning included?
Extra €250, paid locally. However, guests are required to leave the accommodation clean, tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival. Any extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or garbage disposal required will be charged against the security deposit.
Smoking Allowed?
Outside only.
Minimum stay?
7 nights in July and August. 3 nights during all other periods.
Pool towels included?
Pool towel rental is €7 per person and bathrobe and slippers rental is €10 per person. Please request in advance and the fee is payable locally.
Other Ts and Cs?
Guests are required to dispose of empty bottles in the glass recycling container in the nearby village.
Pool opening dates?
The pool is open approximately April to end-October. Please note that pool opening dates are subject to local weather conditions and pool maintenance requirements and that cooler months may not be suitable for swimming.
Pool heating charge?
Included. The pool is heated up to approximately 27C - please note that like all heated pools, pool heating and water temperature are reliant on weather and outside temperatures. The pool is heated by a pump system which is affected by the cold; external weather conditions directly impact the heating system efficiency.
Tax?
From 2025 onwards: French Visitors Tax payable locally in cash (typically costs €1-€10 per adult per night - please enquire if exact amount is required).
Smoking - not allowed
