Key Highlights
- Stay in your very own historic château in the Loire valley - this beautiful 19th century home is steeped in family heritage.
- Relax by the heated swimming pool, play tennis, explore the French gardens and be wowed by the château's arboretum with over 200 rare species of trees!
- You'll receive a warm welcome including a wonderful hamper filled with local delicacies, two bottles of sparkling Crémant.
- Canoe on the Loire river, visit local markets and vineyards or drive to some of the Loire Valley's most magnificent châteaux - there is so much to see and do across this wonderful region.
- The caretaker is a keen gardener who will be happy to show you around the vegetable garden where you can cut some flowers together.
Château Interiors
Ground Floor
- Grand hall
- Grand salon (50m2) with marble fireplace and period detail
- Salon with chairs, tables, French windows leading to terrace, puzzles and boardgames.
- Dining room (for up to 22 guests)
- Small kitchen (next to dining room)
- Large kitchen, extremely well equipped, leading to informal dining area/library and French doors leading to gardens
- WC
First Floor
- Bedroom with queen-size double bed and en suite bathroom with bath/shower and WC
- Bedroom with queen-size double bed and en suite shower room with WC
- Bedroom with queen-size double bed and en suite bathroom with bath (this en suite is shared with the next bedroom)
- Bedroom with queen-size double bed and library cabinet (shared bathroom with the previous bedroom. Accessed from the lobby.)
- Triple bedroom with three single beds and en suite bathroom with bath/shower and WC
- Twin bedroom with two single beds (shared bathroom)
- Separate WC
*Garden views from all bedrooms
Second Floor
- Chapel
- Room with toys and children's books
There may be the possibility of sleeping extra guests in the château, on request only and subject to a supplement. If required, please enquire for further details. One room that may be opened has very precious furnishings and extra care should be taken.
Please note the top-floor (the original servant quarters and attic) is closed off.
Outside Grounds
- Heated swimming pool (6x12m)
- Al-fresco dining area
- Barbeque
- Tennis court
- Badminton
- Table tennis (basement)
- Boules
- Pond
- Two horses
Bedrooms
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Size Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Size Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Size Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Size Bed
Bedroom 5
3 Single Beds
Bedroom 6
2 Single Beds
Be amazed by the grandiose living spaces on the ground floor. The main salon showcases its 16th century tapestries on the wood-panelled walls whilst antique furnishings surround the marble fireplace. The second salon is ideal for delightful evenings playing cards or listening to music; in the summer open up the French windows leading to the terrace and gardens. Enjoy fine dining with family and friends in the majestic dining room after creating a feast in the brilliantly equipped kitchen. Even kids have been thought of with a lovely children’s corner featuring toys and games.
Up to 13 guests can sleep in six beautifully decorated bedrooms, each one strikingly individual – will you stay in one of the charming bedrooms with its own en suite bathroom decorated with Toile de Jouy wallpaper, the pretty double with its own library cabinet of English and French books or the delightful twin looking over the French gardens? Don’t miss the little chapel on the second floor as well, another one of the enchanting attractions of this home.
Set in over seventy acres of parkland, Château de Flora features a heated swimming pool, private tennis court, table tennis, boules and badminton – enough to keep all the family entertained. Explore the arboretum of over 200 species of rare trees, pick flowers in the walled kitchen garden and relax by the pond.
If you can tear yourself away from the château then you’ll find wine tours, historic villages, canoeing on the Loire and some of France’s most magnificent castles close by. Try local cuisine at the Michelin starred restaurant 30 minutes away or visit the atmospheric on a Thursday morning in Ancenis. The Mont of Saint-Michel day trip is a must and The Puy du Fou medieval park in Les Epesses is fun for all.
- The grounds are beautiful - they include a large pond and you can sit nearby to enjoy the views.
- There are also two horses on site - experienced riders may wish to ride them as long as they have relevant insurance.
- There is the possibility of opening up an extra room in the château, subject to a supplement. If available, please note this room has very precious furnishings and care should be take.
- Quiet and non-intrusive caretaker lives on-site in their own residence, they will be very happy to help.
Oliver's Extras
- Chef/Cook Available
- Maid Service Available
- Babysitting Available
- Two bottles of Crémant (the local sparkling wine) are provided for guests when they arrive, alongside a welcome pack.
- Wine tours available.
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. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
- Maid service/extra cleaning
- Private chef/cook/catering
- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge
- Local day-trips or tours
- Airport pick-up/drop-off
- Babysitting/childcare services
Extras included at this property:
- Welcome Pack including bread, cheese, eggs, milk, tea, coffee and local delicacies (such as charcuterie, gourmet cheese, cakes, biscuits).
- Two bottles of sparkling Crémant on arrival.
- A tour of the château is provided on arrival.
- The resident caretaker is on hand to help you with any local information you may need.
- Fire-wood available on request.
Extras available at this property (payable locally):
- Extra cleaning
- Cook
- Childminder
Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfil your requests!
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
