Chateau De Garmeaux
Overview
Just south of the river Oise sits the village of Ognon, where the pastoral charm of this Picardy chateau will win your heart. Work and play are equally at home in this serene, country-style home just 45 minutes outside of Paris.
Up to 12 guests can stay and appreciate the chateau’s modern comforts, like the recently re-done en suite bathrooms and updated kitchen. Outside, there is a pretty stone terrace with tables, where you can dine al-fresco beside the neatly kept garden. Children will have plenty of playtime in the large garden, or on the trampoline and swing-set.
The location of this chateau leaves nothing to be desired; all within an hour’s drive you’ll find the historical commune of Senlis (6 km), the castles and Musée Condé at Chantilly (17 km), Paris (60 km), and the Palace of Versailles (75 km). But there’s no need to travel far afield - local walks through the forests of Halatte, Compiègne and Ermenonville will also delight you and yours.
The village of Ognon has kept its authenticity since the first Lords of Ognon took up residence. In 1526, François 1st took hunting expeditions in the area, right in the heart of the "three forests" Halatte, Ermenonville and Chantilly.
The house is also designed to accommodate business seminars and equipped with a dedicated room with a large screen, and catering for meals.
Chateau de Garmeaux is only 20 minutes from Paris-Charles-de-Gaulle Airport and 50 minutes from Paris-Beauvais-Tillé Airport.
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What Oliver loves…
- The close proximity to Paris makes this an ideal company retreat - it is easily accessible by car or train.
- Just over 2 hours' drive from Calais.
- Take a dip in this Picardy chateau’s secluded heated swimming pool.
- A magical destination for families, ideally suited to kids of all ages (Disneyland Paris isn’t a far drive!).
What you should know…
- You'll want to rent a car to make the most out of the region.
- Make sure not to miss an incredible meal at one the many star restaurants in Chantilly and Ognon.
Property Features
Entrance with a cloakroom and a bathroom. The ground floor has a large kitchen where you can eat (two tables, one for 8 persons, the other for 6 persons), a big "piano", two refrigerators; then a very large living room with a fire place, a piano, with view on the garden, many sofas and armchairs, and also an extendable table that goes up to 18 persons. All furnished with antiques, very comfortable and cosy.
On the other side of the stairs are two rooms, one with a large table for studying, writing or playing, and one with two sofas for watching TV, reading or playing video games.
On the first floor, four rooms and two bathrooms. One "suite" with a double bed and a simple bed, plus another room with two beds and a bathroom with a tub.
The other "suite" has a double bed in one room, and a large simple bed in the other. A common bathroom with a shower.
On the second floor, another "suite", with a room with one double bed and another room with twin beds, and two bathrooms with tubs (one is extra large).
A 50 m2 room is dedicated to seminars. It can also be accessible for home cinema.
The beds have very comfortable mattresses. Every double bed is convertible in twin beds. All bathrooms are brand new.
The garden is quite large with a big terrace and tables and seats and lounge chairs. Accessible trampoline, ping pong, flowers and trees. Large enough to play football. The heated swimming pool is well protected and very sunny. There are 4 adults bikes and one kid's bike available for free.
Location
About the surrounding area of Chateau De GarmeauxLocated 20 minutes from Roissy and 50 minutes from Paris, 6 km from Senlis.
An ideal spot from which to visit the beauties of the area, with the old town of Senlis, the castles of Chantilly, Pierrefonds Ecouen and Abbeys of Chaalis and Royaumont.
For children, Asterix and Disneyland Park are reachable in half an hour.
You can make a return trip to Paris in the day, to see the latest exhibitions, galleries, or do a spot of shopping.
The area is a golfer's paradise: Raray, Chantilly, Mortefontaine, whilst polo players and riders will be ideally suited as well with the nearby Stables Balagny, of Chantilly and Fleurines.
Many pleasant walks can be taken in the close by forests of Halatte, Compiègne, Ermenonville, Chantilly with Rousseau's Parc at Ermenonville.
For lovers of good food, do not miss the star restaurant in Chantilly and "Les trois canards" in Ognon.
If you want to go shopping, Chamant (3 km from Ognon) has fresh fruit and vegetables, fresh bread, meat, fish, cheese and wine and you can buy your newspapers. You can also go to Senlis to the supermarket, Bio shop and small traditional French traders with specialties of the region. The owner can indicate where to find super fresh eggs and poultry, and where to find the best chef, if you need one!
Saint-Maximin is a big center for all kind of shops and fast food: Decathlon, Fnac,Truffaut, H&M, pharmacy, Volkswagen, etc.
To get to Ognon, your best flying to Roissy and renting a car. Or drive your car on the highway that goes from Lille to Paris, come out at Senlis, take the direction of Compiègne, turn right, cross Chamant and take Ognon's direction. You can also take the train any time of the day from Paris to Chantilly or Creil or Pont-Sainte-Maxence (half an hour), and then come by taxi (15 mn).
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| Nearest Airport |
Roissy
(16-20 km) |
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| Nearest Ferry port |
Calais
(Over 100 km) |
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| Nearest Train Station |
Roissy
(15 km) |
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| Nearest Village |
Ognon
(Under 1 km) |
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| Nearest Town/City |
Senlis
(6 km) |
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| Nearest Restaurant |
Les Trois Canards
(Under 1 km) |
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| Nearest Bar/Pub |
Chamant
(3 km) |
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| Nearest Supermarket |
Senlis
(4 km) |
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| Nearest Beach |
Dieppe
(Over 100 km) |
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| Nearest Golf |
Raray
(6 km) |
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Kids
Best Suited For: All AgesThe property has more than enough on site to keep kids happy. Meanwhile, large beautiful and comfortable common rooms, big kitchen, and private bedrooms for each family ensure everyone has their own space to relax.
The garden is surrounded by high walls and perfectly safe. Babies can walk in it without danger. Children will like indoor and outdoor games. Teenagers will love hiking, accrobranches, riding or golf playing. There's more fun to be had on a day trip to Disneyland, Parc Asterix or even Versailles.
Alternatively, you can choose to stay at home and relax, sun bathe, swim or have a walk in the forest, do some sport around (golf, horse riding, hiking) or visit some beautiful medieval or renaissance sites, make a day trip to Paris to go shopping and visit the finest restaurants.
Baby and Toddler Equipment
- Booster seat : x 1
- Mattress protector : x 1
Onsite Facilities
- Bikes : (4 adults' bikes / 1 kid's bike)
Extras
Oliver's Extras
- Catering available (at extra cost)
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With a vill’otel holiday, you can enjoy all these services throughout your stay: Interested? |
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.
Enjoy gourmet dining experiences with our new Chef Service!
We’re now offering our customers the chance to enjoy some unforgettable eats with our new Chef Service! Choose from booking a single sumptuous meal with a private chef for that special occasion, or hire a chef to cook your meals for all or part of your holiday - it’s as flexible as it is delicious.
A) Single Meal Service: A chef will travel to this villa and whip up a fantastic meal for you and your guests. The chef will arrive with all the necessary ingredients as well as the talent to turn them into something unforgettable. They’ll serve the meal and clear up afterwards - an easy and entertaining way to enjoy a top quality meal in your very own villa!
B) Full Chef Service: If you really want to kick back and relax, we can arrange for a chef to cater for the duration of your holiday (or part of it). With a range of options from simple family catering to full-on haute cuisine, we can organise a meal plan and a price to suit your needs. So why worry about self-catering when you can have everything taken care of?
Of course, before booking this service, we suggest you contact the property owner as they might already offer a similar cook or chef service in-house. To find out more simply visit www.oliverstravels.com/chefs.
| Security deposit | €2000 charged to clients' credit card prior to arrival. |
| Arrival time | After 4 PM |
| Departure time | Before 10 AM |
Terms & Conditions
| Security deposit | €2000 charged to clients' credit card prior to arrival. |
| Arrival time | After 4 PM |
| Departure time | Before 10 AM |
| Energy costs included? | Yes |
| Heating costs included? | Yes |
| End of stay cleaning included? | Yes |
| Linen & towels included? | All linen and bath towels are included in the rental price. |
| Pets welcome? | Yes |
| Smoking Allowed? | No |
| Changeover day | Saturday |
| Insurance | It is recommended that all guests take out travel insurance to cover potential cancellations and/or accidental damage caused during your stay at the property. |
Rental Rates
Prices below are based on an occupancy of 12 people.
| Rental period | 2 Nights | 3 Nights | Weekly |
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| April 26th 2018 - January 5th 2019 | - | £3,001.00 | £4,327.00 |
| January 5th 2019 - October 28th 2019 | - | £3,001.00 | £4,327.00 |
How long have you owned the property?
3 Years
What was it about the property that you first fell in love with?
My parents ha...
Owner Profile
How long have you owned the property?
3 Years
What was it about the property that you first fell in love with?
My parents have restored and enlarged this property especially my mother. I spent all my childhood here, and I fell in love this "maison de famille", and so I decided to keep it!
Are there any interesting stories in its history?
The house was acquired by my great grand-father, a banker called Baron Seillière Demachy and he build a big castle in Renaissance style in the XIXth century. Today many of my cousins live in this village
Have you ever had any famous guests staying?
In the XVIth century, Ognon was the property of the Seigneurs de La Fontaine, who hosted François 1er who used to come hunting int these three forests of Halatte, Compiègne and Chantilly
For anyone coming to stay is there anything in the surrounding area they should...
Really do? visit the hidden roman therms in the forest next to the house
Really eat? at La Table du Connétable two stars at the Michelin
Really see? visit Senlis and it's cathedral and Chantilly le Jardin du roi
Lastly, what insider tip would you pass on about the property or the area?
Enjoy the house, quiet and creative, the beautiful surroundings and go to Paris whenever you feel like it, it's so close!
Reviews
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A great Family Holiday
We thoroughly enjoyed our week's family holiday in Chateau de Garmeaux in August 2016. The Chateau itself exudes comfort, luxury and happiness. The garden is most pleasant with plenty of space and games for both children and adults. The private pool is a delight. The concierge who lives on site could not have been more helpful. Senlis and Chantilly are well worth a visit and Paris is an easy day-trip. All in all a great family holiday.