Chateau des Temps
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The passionate and talented owners of Château des Temps are not new to châteaux restorations and they were quick to fall in love with this 17th-century histor...
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Complimentary Champagne!
All bookings of minimum 4 nights include a selection of chilled local champagne. Offer valid from 31st July 2017.
The passionate and talented owners of Château des Temps are not new to châteaux restorations and they were quick to fall in love with this 17th-century historic building which was crying out to be brought back to its former glory.
They were determined to keep its ancient charm whilst bringing in some 21st-century comforts. The result is a beautiful château with many original features, carved marble fireplaces, ancient tapestries and oak floors.
The chateau is set in six hectares of parkland with small streams, bridges, lake and a private swimming pool. It enjoys a desirable setting in lovely countryside, in the heart of the unspoilt Champagne region, the Côte de Blanc, in a quiet village with a small supermarket, a chemist and a hairdresser.
Within only a few minutes’ drive, are pretty villages, local producers and vineyards. The town of Sezanne has a wonderful market on Saturdays as well as a big supermarket and other shops. About five minutes drive away is a lovely leisure area, lake, beach and indoor pool.
The owners are so passionate about this beautiful region that they have created some interesting and varied tours with a charming English speaking local guide, which guests can book at the château. In addition, they work with a talented local caterer who offers a vast range of gastronomic options and the possibility of cookery lessons.
What you should know…
- Château Des Temps is reserved to guests 12 years and over only
- Please note that the lower 10-person price is only available from October to April (excluding Christmas and New Year) and only includes access to the ground floor and five bedrooms on the first floor. See 'Features' tab for full details.
Property Features
Option 1: 10 guests - Ground Floor + First Floor*
Option 2: 20 guests - Whole Chateau
*only available from October to April, excluding Christmas and New Year
Chateau Interior
Ground Floor
- Entrance hall
- Large informal salon with billiard table, grand piano, French TV, fireplace
and small study desk
- Formal salon with seating, fireplace and doors leading to steps down to the gardens
- Dining room with seating for up to 24 guests
- Fully equipped kitchen (two dishwashers, washing machine, fridge/freezer, professional cooker, extra electric oven, hob, microwave coffee machine). Access to terrace.
- WC
First Floor
- 4 double bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms (tubs with showers over)
- 1 twin bedroom with en-suite bathroom (tub with shower over)
Second Floor
- 4 double bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms (tubs with showers over)
- 1 twin bedroom with en-suite bathroom (tub with shower over)
Outside Grounds (6 hectares)
- Private swimming pool with alarm system
- Streams
- Bridges
- Lake
Facilities
- Wi-Fi (ground floor)
- French TV (55")
- Fireplace
- Heating
- I-pod docking station
- DVD player
- Hairdryers in each room
- Bath and hair products
- Honesty bar
- Lift
- Billiard table
- Petanque court
- Iron and ironing board
Location
About the surrounding area of Chateau des TempsNestled in the beautiful countryside of the Cote de Blanc region, Chateau des Temps is strategically located in a peaceful typical Champagne village, offering basic amenities such as a small supermarket, a pharmacy and hairdresser.
A short drive from here is a small village that has a lake & beach. This is a great place for the children to have some fun, as well as having a family picnic amongst the striking scenery.
A 10-minutes' drive will take you to the picturesque town of Sezanne with its narrow streets, ancient buildings, Gothic church, covered market hall and several cafes and restaurants. Vineyards can be found both to the South and to the North, giving you the opportunity of visiting many Champagne, Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier producers!
The fortified medieval fair town of Provins (50mins) is also well worth a visit: steeped in history, it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with 58 listed monuments. Divided into 'Upper' and 'Lower' town, it is dotted by subterranean passages, fortified gates, quaint streets, making it a must for those fascinated by times past.
Likewise, another interesting medieval site is Troyes, located approximately one hour from the chateau. You will be enchanted by the lovely old buildings and by its excellent local cuisine. 'Outlet’ shopping is available at nearby Pont Saint Marie.
To top it all, the gorgeous and unmissable Champagne producing villages of Avize, Vertus and Cramant are just 40 minutes away!
A picturesque drive across beautiful scenery of about 30 minutes takes you up to Epernay. A bit further afield, one can visit the town of Reims and the Montagnes de Reims with its wealth of quaint villages and vineyards.
| Local Amenities | |||
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| Nearest Town/City |
Sezanne
(16mins) |
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| Nearest Tennis |
in the village
(5mins walk) |
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| Nearest Airport |
Vatry/Charles de Gaulle
(37km-31mins/126km-1h 40mins) |
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| Nearest Ferry port |
Calais
(365km-3h 30mins) |
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| Nearest Train Station |
Romilly sur Seine/Marne la Vallee/Chessy (Disneyland Paris)
(30mins/1h 30mins) |
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| Nearest Restaurant |
Sezanne
(10mins drive) |
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| Nearest Supermarket | in the village | ||
| Nearest Bar/Pub |
in the village
(5mins) |
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| Nearest Beach |
Lac du Der
(80km-1h 20mins) |
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| Nearest Golf |
Golf du Chardonnay
(35km-30mins) |
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Region
The people of Champagne have a lot to be proud about. Not only do they produce one of the world’s most celebrated fizzy drinks, the region was awarded UNESCO World Heritage Site status in 2015, meaning it’s an even greater destination for foodies and culture vultures alike. But while it’s right at the heart of the country, the Champagne region offers more than an authentic drink – as our travel guide shows, there’s a little something for everyone if you’re thinking of booking one of our luxury villas and chateaux in Champagne.
Kids
Best Suited For: TeensThe property is best suited for children aged 12+.
Baby and Toddler Equipment
- Cot(s)
- High Chair(s)
Kids Activities Close-by
- Walk to Village
- Watersports
- Canoeing/Kayaking
- Tennis Nearby
Onsite Facilities
- Boules/Petanque
- Board games
- Badminton
- Pool inflatables
- Pool/Snooker
- DVD
Services Available
- Catering Available
- Babysitting Available
Extras
Oliver's Extras
- Catering Available
- Babysitting Available
- Breakfast, Catering and Cookery lessons (at extra cost)
- Shopping service (at extra cost)
- Welcome pack
At Oliver’s Travels we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to babysitters we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team who will be happy to help.
Extras available at this property:
- Extra house-keeping/linen changes (payable per hour)
- Shopping service
- Baby-sitting service
- Breakfast (€10 pp)
- Informal catering (menus available on request)
- Honesty bar
Catering
The owners are working with a fabulous catering company offering exclusive menu options for guests of Chateau des Temps.
Please note there is a corkage charge of €5 pp when using the caterers if guests provide their own drinks, no corkage charge applies if they use our stock.
Oliver's Travels Chef Service: A Gourmet Dining Experience
Make hosting a memorable dinner party at your villa an absolute breeze with our superb Chef Service. Our chefs will take care of everything for you from start to finish so you can just sit back and enjoy the gastronomic experience. They will bring all the necessary ingredients, cook and serve the food and even clean up afterwards. To find out more visit www.oliverstravels.com/chefs
| Security deposit | €1000 charged to clients' credit card prior to arrival. |
| Arrival time | 4.00 p.m. |
| Departure time | 10.30 a.m. |
Terms & Conditions
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
| Security deposit | €1000 charged to clients' credit card prior to arrival. |
| Arrival time | 4.00 p.m. |
| Departure time | 10.30 a.m. |
| Energy costs included? | Yes. |
| Heating costs included? | From 1st October until 30th April heating and logs are charged at €50/day, payable in cash locally. |
| Linen & towels included? | Yes: linen changed every week, bath/pool towels and bathrobes changed every 3 days. More frequent changes on request at extra charge. |
| End of stay cleaning included? | €5 pp including babies and children, payable in cash, locally at the end of the stay. |
| Smoking Allowed? | No. |
| Changeover day | Any day. |
| Minimum stay | 2 nights. |
| Pets welcome? | No. |
| Other Ts and Cs | Extra beds are possible on request. |
| Internet access? | Wi-Fi is available on the ground floor only. |
| Other Ts and Cs | Celebrations and Hen parties are possible on request. Weddings and Stag parties are not accepted. |
| Other Ts and Cs | The pool is open from approximately May to mid- September (depending on the weather). |
| Other Ts and Cs | Please note that the lower 10-person price is only available from October to April (excluding Christmas and New Year) and only includes access to the ground floor and five bedrooms on the first floor. See 'Features' tab for full details. |
| Other Ts and Cs | Château Des Temps is reserved to guests 12 years and over only. |
| Other Ts and Cs | Guests will be required to sign a copy of the owner's rental terms before the arrival. |
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 10 people:
| Rental period | 2 Nights | 3 Nights | 4 Nights | 5 Nights | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 16th 2019 - Dec 15th 2019 | £2,071 | £2,493 | £2,914 | £3,335 | £4,142 |
| Christmas & New Year | £2,964 | £3,567 | £4,170 | £4,773 | £5,927 |
| Jan 3rd 2020 - Jan 11th 2020 | £2,071 | £2,493 | £2,914 | £3,335 | £4,142 |
| Jan 11th 2020 - May 2nd 2020 | £2,071 | £2,499 | £2,928 | £3,356 | £4,142 |
| May 2nd 2020 - Oct 3rd 2020 | £3,112 | £3,745 | £4,378 | £5,011 | £6,223 |
| Oct 3rd 2020 - Dec 18th 2020 | £2,071 | £2,493 | £2,914 | £3,335 | £4,142 |
| Christmas & New Year | £3,112 | £3,745 | £4,378 | £5,011 | £6,223 |
| Jan 8th 2021 - Jan 9th 2021 | £2,071 | £2,493 | £2,914 | £3,335 | £4,142 |
| Jan 9th 2021 - Apr 18th 2021 | £2,071 | £2,493 | £2,914 | £3,335 | £4,142 |
Prices based on an occupancy of 20 people:
| Rental period | 2 Nights | 3 Nights | 4 Nights | 5 Nights | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 16th 2019 - Dec 15th 2019 | £2,964 | £3,567 | £4,170 | £4,773 | £5,927 |
| Christmas & New Year | £2,964 | £3,567 | £4,170 | £4,773 | £5,927 |
| Jan 3rd 2020 - Jan 11th 2020 | £2,964 | £3,567 | £4,170 | £4,773 | £5,927 |
| Jan 11th 2020 - May 2nd 2020 | £3,112 | £3,745 | £4,378 | £5,011 | £6,223 |
| May 2nd 2020 - Oct 3rd 2020 | £3,112 | £3,745 | £4,378 | £5,011 | £6,223 |
| Oct 3rd 2020 - Dec 18th 2020 | £3,112 | £3,745 | £4,378 | £5,011 | £6,223 |
| Christmas & New Year | £3,112 | £3,745 | £4,378 | £5,011 | £6,223 |
| Jan 8th 2021 - Jan 9th 2021 | £3,112 | £3,745 | £4,378 | £5,011 | £6,223 |
| Jan 9th 2021 - Apr 18th 2021 | £3,112 | £3,745 | £4,378 | £5,011 | £6,223 |
Please note that prices may not be 100% accurate for dates outside of the current calendar year. For an accurate quote, please enquire.
How long have you owned the property?
4 years.
What was it about the property that you first fell in love with?
We fell for the charming grounds, lots of streams a...
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How long have you owned the property?
4 years.
What was it about the property that you first fell in love with?
We fell for the charming grounds, lots of streams and bridges, the peaceful location and magnificent original features in the chateau.
Are there any interesting stories in its history?
During the First WW a Russian army platoon was based at the chateau.
For anyone coming to stay is there anything in the surrounding area they should...
Really do?
Drive through the beautiful local countryside and visit small champagne producers.
Really eat?
Anything with a glass of champagne.
Really see?
The bright side of life.
What insider tip would you pass on about the property or the area?
There are lots of local markets almost daily which are great for fresh produce. Sunday flea markets, good for bargain hunters. The house is set in its own lovely park, just sit and enjoy it. Home delicious dinners catered for you in the chateau or walk to our village restaurant, no need to cook!
Reviews
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Amazing Property!
This is a true gem. A beautifully restored Château. We immediately felt at home and barely left it. The surrounding park is vast and you could smell peppermint with every step. Magnificent. The rooms are very spacious with excellent beds. Frans is a wonderful person and host. We couldn’t have found a more beautiful, relaxing place for our stay.
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Amazing!
We loved this old chateau!
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Just Perfect
Our stay was just perfect, the Chateau is just breathtaking. We really loved it.
Linda welcomed us really warmly and she did everything to make the stay perfect. Linda is a really lovely person, special thanks to her :)
We would definitely come back!! -
A lovely stay
It was an absolutely beautiful room to stay in, thank you for a lovely stay!
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