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| Château
de Chanzé Michael Stösser & Sonia Townshend 49380 Faye d'Anjou
Languages: English, Suisse/German Credit cards: accepted through PayPal Département: Maine-et-Loire (49)
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| Château de
Chanzé is an historical 11th century castle with a fascinating
history
including a night spent here by King Henri IV of France in 1576 on his
journey south. Situated in the Côteaux de Layon wine
producing region, it is part of historic Anjou, famous for, among other
things, its rosé d'Anjou
appellation. This self-catering rental château has five
bedrooms that can accommodate up to fifteen guests very comfortably,
and there is capacity for twenty-five more guests in the
adjoining self-catering gîtes and chambres d'hôtes on the
estate. Most of all, guests will enjoy experiencing this grand
Medieval castle ~ so rich with history yet offering every modern
comfort
and convenience. That history goes back to documents dated 1055 and 1070 under several names that evolved into Chanzé. At the Abbey of Saint-Florent in nearby Saumur an endowment is mentioned that Arnaud of Chanzé made for his eternal soul and for the benefit of the Chuch of Saint-Jean in Thouarcé. Two centuries later the Aménards became Lords of Chanzé. In 1415 both Guy and Briand Aménard succumb in the Battle of Agincourt. Jean Aménard remained, and the rebuilding of Chanzé is credited to him. The Montalais, Bellay and Cossé-Brissac families were all later owners, the latter of whom cared for the château and its gardens until the Revolution. Guest rooms in the château bear their surnames. The chapel was restored and in 1703 was consecrated in the presence of the Chaplains, Priors and Lords of the neighboring hamlets. During the Vendée uprising (1793 - 1796), which spread to part of the Maine-et-Loire west of the River Layon, the château was burned and completely destroyed. The dilapidated property was sold on November 11, 1810 to Madame Marie Hunault who leased it out to a farmer. Over time it continued to change hands, and in 1818 Etienne-Louis Robert bought the château and completely restored it, although two more stories lost in the fire were not included in the rebuilding. A new slate roof was added as well. It was in 1993 that Dr and Mrs Stoesser-Gliott from Switzerland bought the estate complete with its funishings. It remains in their family to this day. The château has been meticulously restored without sacrificing any of its original grandeur. The two-meter thick walls, high ceilings and seventeenth and eighteenth century furnishings provide an ambiance that travelers rarely have the opportunity to experience. Guests will enjoy the Banquet Hall that is the showpiece of the château boasting a five-meter long oak dining table that can seat up to 22 guests. Also, this room has the region's largest fireplace, speakers to play music, and a fine grand piano. For outdoor enjoyment, the one and a half acre estate of rolling lawns, woodlands, pathways, and the Chateau's idyllic setting on the banks of the River Layon add endless opportunities to enjoy nature at its best. There are four gîtes (self-catering accommodations with kitchens) and four chambres d'hôtes (suites without kitchen facilties) in the beautifully-restored farmhouse next to the Château and near the heated swimming pool. Lush landscaping creates cozy and private terraces for each unit where guests can sit or dine outside. All guests of Château de Chanzé have access to the free WiFi in the communal lounge. Continental breakfasts are available upon request. The small wine cave is also available to guests, and they can schedule tastings of the Loire valley wines in this interesting, naturally climate-controlled space. The Loire Valley is one of the most popular and enjoyed destinations in France. Convenient to Paris yet offering all the charm and romance of the French countryside, the region welcomes travelers to visit its monuments and châteaux, cycle along designated paths, explore the villages and hamlets, tour its vineyards and take part in activities along the River Loire and its tributaries. A hot air balloon ride is easy to arrange to see the Valley from the air, so do keep that on your list of things to do. Your hosts at Château de Chanzé are waiting to welcome you! |
| Rooms
in the château: 5 guest
rooms and 4 bathrooms - maximum 15 guests. Total capacity on
property up to 40 guests. Château Rental Rate: from €3000 for 10-15 guests for 3 nights. Please inquire about longer stays and accommodating more guests. Minimum stay 3 nights; 7 nights July, August, 4 nights Christmas and New Years. Catering available: Breakfast, lunch, dinner or special occasions. Please inquire. Booking Deposit - 30% is required at time of booking with balance due 90 days prior to start date. Security deposit: A refundable deposit of €1000 is requested and will be held as security in PayPal.upon arrival for rental of the château. This will insure against damage to the leaded windows, furnishings, appliances, and extraordinary cleaning expenses. Refundable 5 working days after departure and subject to inspection by the proprietors. All linens are included and they will be changed every 7 days. End of stay cleaning is included in rental rate Event Fee: A surcharge of €1000 applies for weddings and events. Cancellation Policy: Must cancel in writing 12 weeks in advance or arrival date to receive full refund of deposit. Less than 4 weeks notification of cancellation, no refunds will be made. Check-in for château is no earlier than 3PM and check-out is no later that 11AM. Later checkout can be requested subjc to availability and will be charged at an hourly rate at the discretion of the Château. For gîtes and chambres d'hôtes check-in is no earlier than 3PM and no later than 10AM. Guests will be greeted upon arrival and given a tour of the château and grounds. WiFi by the pool. Smoking permitted outside only. Only chambres d'hôtes are air-conditioned. Open April 4 to December with some
periods closed in high season and the Christmas/New Year holiday. |
Directions:
From
Paris, by TGV from Gare Montparnasse to Angers St-Laud 1.5 hours. By auto from
Paris/Angers: Take autoroute A10/A11 direction Chartres/LeMans
to Angers. Merge at Angers onto the A87 direction Cholet and exit
at 24 direction Thouarcé. Take the D55 and turn right onto
the
D120 in Faye-d'Anjou. The road curves to the left and the
Château is located on the right. From Nantes by
auto: Head direction
A83/Bordeaux/Poitiers/Périphérique Sud and take the N249
ramp to direction Poitiers/Cholet. Follow N249 around Cholet to
the A87 direction Angers. Exit at 24 direction Thouarcé
and continue to château as indicated above. Airport - Angers (47 kms) or Nantes Atlantique (104 kms) Car Rental Angers Rail Station (click here) Car Rental Nantes Airport (click here) GPS coordinates: 47°27'87.72"N, 0°51'97.78"E |
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