Domaine Du Pont: Entire Estate
Key Highlights
- Dating back to the 17th century, learn all about the estate's fascinating history
- Be prepared to follow in the footsteps of The Dalai Lama and Aga Khan if you sleep in the master bedroom!
- Ask for the magical fountain to be turned on in the summer months, beautifully set in the château's landscaped gardens
- You must not forget to visit the Bayeux Tapestry, it's only a short drive away
- The area is well supplied in terms of sports facilities and is well known as a hub for equine pursuits
Château Interiors
Main Floor
- Hallway
- Drawing room
- Morning room
- Library with sofa
- Access to terrace overlooking formal gardens and fountain
- WC (x2)
- Study (closed off)
Garden Floor
- Kitchen and pantry, fully-equipped
- Single split-level space with sitting room with large screen TV and fireplace and dining room with two circular dining tables (seating 18 in total) and doors leading to garden
- WC
First Floor
- Suite with double bedroom, salon and en suite bathroom
- 2 x bedrooms with double bed and en suite bathroom
- Library (closed off)
Second Floor
- 4 x bedrooms with double bed
- 2 x bedrooms with twin beds
- 3 x shower rooms
Château Outside Grounds (50 hectares)
- Heated swimming pool (12x6m), open approximately June to end-September
- Pool house with two changing/shower rooms, modern kitchen and function room with gallery for dining (28 guests)
- Al-fresco dining terrace for up to 18 guests (on terrace overlooking formal gardens and fountain)
- Formal gardens
- Fountain (on request in summer months)
- Walled Italian garden
- Orchard (apples, pear, fig, mulberry and walnut tree)
- Woodland
- Outbuildings (not available to guests)
- Parking spaces
Farmhouse Interiors
Ground Floor
- Living area
- Kitchen and dining area
- Bedroom with double bed and en suite shower room
First Floor
- Bedroom with double bed and en suite bathroom
- Bedroom with double bed and en-suite bathroom (accessed by separate stairs to the side of the house)
- Bedroom with twin bed
- Bedroom with double bed
- Shower room
- WC
Farmhouse Outside Grounds
- Hedged garden (surrounded by apple trees and grazing land)
- Private driveway and entrance
- Pathway and gate which connects to the chateau
Facilities
- Wi-Fi
- Portable fans
- Gas stove for outside
A magnificent 17th century château set in stunning landscaped gardens, this is the perfect base to explore the Bayeux Tapestry, Monet's Garden, and the landing beaches. It is only a 14km drive from Honfleur and 30km from Deauville.
The main château at Domaine Du Pont can sleep 16 to 18 guests across nine beautiful bedrooms. The ground floor entertaining spaces are superb with antique chandeliers and other original features whilst three of the rooms open up to the gardens, especially wonderful in the summer months. In the old stable block there is a heated swimming pool and pool house whilst outside you will also find the formal and Italian garden as well as the grand fountain which can be switched on in summer months.
The estate also features a charming Farmhouse which has its own driveway and pretty valley views, connected to the château's grounds via a gate and surrounded by orchards (for cider and calvados) and grazing land. It has space for a further 10 guests across its five pretty bedrooms and four bath or shower rooms. You will also find an inviting living room as well as a characterful kitchen and dining room in this traditional and inviting abode.
The outside of the Domaine du Pont estate has been untouched since it was originally built in the 16th century and enlarged in around 1720. It has had a fascinating history, from being used as a safe house for aristocrats being smuggled out of France during the revolution, to being used by the Resistance during the Second World War. Since the war the château has had a much more refined and tranquil existence, but has also played host to guests such as the Aga Khan and the Dalai Lama.
- There are nine bedrooms in the main château and five bedrooms in a separate neighbouring Farmhouse in its own grounds - the two properties are connected via a pathway and gate.
- For smaller groups you can book either the château or the farmhouse by itself.
- Please note that there are two Estate Guardian dogs living 18 metres from the château. If you wish to bring your own dog, please request this in advance with the owner. If permitted, dogs are only allowed on a leash and in the farmhouse - they are strictly not allowed in the château or on the château grounds.
- On occasion, the manager and other staff will need to access the rental properties for housekeeping and maintenance reasons during your stay.
- As always, guests should exercise a duty of care over the château, farmhouse and grounds, and their fixtures and fittings. Only guests on the final rental confirmation are permitted - day guests/overnight visitors are not allowed.
Oliver's Extras
- Maid Service Available
- Catering Available
- Babysitting 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
Extras included at this property:
- Welcome hamper with local treats (Calvados, bread, fruit, milk, pasta, cheese, hams)
Extras available at this property (payable locally):
- Catering
- Maid service/extra cleaning
- Babysitting
Please note the use of external caterers must be approved in advance.
Please note that all services are subject to availability and must be requested in advance and that due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. Prices are on request. We will always do our best to fulfil your requests!
Weddings & Events Information
Ask a questionPlease note that weddings, celebrations and events may be permitted at the estate (for an additional fee), but strictly on request only - to be discussed with the owner at the time of booking.
Please also note the use of external caterers must be approved in advance.
Please contact us for further information about events and all costs, terms and conditions.
Please note that any event rental may be subject to additional charges, venue hire fees and to a higher security deposit, which will be in addition to any published rental rates and fees.
All events are on request only and subject to prior agreement from the owner, who reserves the right to refuse all events without their prior authorisation.
