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| Château
de Boucéel
Languages: English, Spanish Credit cards: Europ/MasterCard, VISA, American Express Département:
Manche (50) |
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| One of the most popular and best-loved château chambes d'hôtes in this region of France, and only 6 kilometers from Le Mont St-Michel not far from the border of Normandy and Brittany, Château de Boucéel is an historic listed building set in a superb English-style country garden complete with a pond and an island. The charm and tranquility of this 12th century estate will be long remembered after your return home. The château itself was constructed in 1763 in the Saint-Malo style by a marquis for his wife. You will notice that the front façade has an unusual curved pediment and is framed by two identical wings on either side. Also on the grounds is a very interesting chapel built in the twelfth and fifteenth centuries. If you are a history buff, there is much to learn at Château de Boucéel. The Count de Roquefeuil enjoys relating the history of the château in front of family portraits or a fire roaring in a fireplace -- a history that includes the story of a counter-revolutionary, Chouan du Boisguy, who spent the night at the château on December 5, 1795, preceding his violent battle the next morning against "les bleus". During World War II, the château was briefly occupied by the Germans, who chose to leave rather quickly because there was no electricity. The Count's father, active in the French Resistance, was arrested by the Gestapo on July 10, 1944, deported to a prison camp and later freed by the Americans. And yet another American connection relates to certain trees on the property, acquired from a friend of the family, Général Armand. He had received the trees from Virginia as a gift from George Washington himself. Not only can visitors see the original trees, but many saplings which are direct descendants! Today, the interior of the château is elegant and very pleasing. The vestibule is a majestic space with an exquisite patterned floor and an imposing stone stairway, welcoming visitors in a grand manner. Wood paneling, glowing parquet floors, French period furniture, and family portraits add to the tasteful and inviting décor. No comfort is left unattended. French billiards are available in the Salon de Billard; the dining room with French doors and a fireplace offers a calm and relaxing atmosphere to enjoy breakfast and plan your day; the library, with its fireplace burning throughout the winter, is a cozy and quiet place to read or spend moments of solitude and contemplation; and the guest rooms, with long windows to let in light and to view the gardens, are each lovingly decorated to ensure your comfort and privacy. And, for four people who would like to have a self-catering stay, there is La Boulangerie, a completely restored and beautiful stone house with an ancient bread oven to contrast with all the modern amenities you could want or need! The Count and Countess Régis de Roquefeuil-Cahuzac enthusiastically welcome guests to their home and this very beautiful corner of Normandy. |
| Rooms:
2 doubles, queen-sized bed, private bathroom & shower
Price: Suites: 3 - "Nelly" has twins beds with a single bed in a second room, private bathroom with tub and shower, € 145 for two people, € 165 for three people. "Charlotte" has queen-sized bed and a single bed in another room, a private bathroom with shower, € 150 for two, € 170 for three people. "La Chambre de la Marquise" has a double bed in an alcove in the main room, a second room contains a single bed, private bathroom with shower, for two or three people € 165 per night for 2 persons and € 185 for 3 persons. Additional bed for another person in a room is € 20 each. All rooms and suites are NON-SMOKING. Internet access. Gîte: La Boulangerie - Cozy accommodations for four people, includes TV, DVD player, corner kitchen with refrigerator, microwave, oven and washing machine. Barbecue. One double bedroom and one twin bedroom, living room. Minimum stay 2 days at € 120 per day, or by the week from € 430 to € 680 depending upon the season. Linen rentals. Electricity is extra. Water and cleaning included in rental. No pets, please. Breakfast and taxes included in all prices. Dinners: not available at the château; fine restaurants nearby Open
March
1 - November 30; other times upon request
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Directions:
From Paris - Caen - Avranches: direction Le Mont St-Michel exit 34. On the N 175, take the exit "D40 Le Mont Saint Michel/ANTRAIN". Go in the direction of Antrain about 6 kilometers on the D40. Turn left on the D308. The château is about 800 meters further. From Paris - Laval: Take the A10/A11 to exit 4 "Ernee-Fougeres/Saint James". On the D998, at about 5 kilometers after Saint James, turn left toward BOUCEEL (small road sign). The château is a further 2 kilometers. Airport and Railroad: Rennes Car Rental Rennes (click here) |
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