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Special Edition October 2004
In this issue: Château des Tesnières, Château
d'Argouges
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Château des Tesnières
The Ille-et-Vilaine département of Brittany near the border with Normandy is home to a beautiful neo-Renaissance château, renovated completely in 2004 and already welcoming guests from around the world -- guests who appreciate the fifteen acres of magnificent parkland including vast lawns for strolling, century-old cedars and oak trees, verdant meadows, and peaceful water features such as tranquil lily ponds. The fairy tale château was built in 1867 by the Count of Langle near some ruins of a manor destroyed during the French Revolution. In 2003, the current owners purchased Château des Tesnières and transformed it into an elegant chambres d'hôtes offering two spacious double guest rooms and four suites. The rooms of the château for use by guests include a library, a Louis XVI salon and a dining room, all with period fireplaces. In one of the two towers is a self-service bar offering cool drinks, coffee or tea at any time of day, and in the other tower is an office area with a personal computer and Internet access at the disposal of guests.
Contemporary Chambre Sud Large groups of people are welcomed for seminars, meetings or other gatherings, and the hosts provide all the necessary equipment for the function, as well as pleasant, personalized service to those in attendance. This region of France has much for visitors to do and see. Only a short drive from the historic town of Dinan and very near the medieval village of Vitré, a stay at Château des Tesnières offers guests a multitude of daytime activities to enjoy. Walks on beaches, sailing, horseback riding, golf and exploring are just some of the physical pursuits, all just a short distance away. For more passive experiences, visits to museums and ancient towns with fascinating historic tales to tell can fill many days. Enjoy pleasant drives to the channel and such interesting destinations as St Malo and Le Mont Saint-Michel, or see historic Rennes, the capital of Brittany, for visits to its museums, the cathedral and Les Jardins du Thabor. And, if gardens are your passion, you are within easy reach of Le Parc Floral de Haute Bretagne and the theatrical gardens at Château de la Ballue.
Golf and Equestrian Pursuits are just some of the activities near the Château Open January 15 through December 15 each year, the owners of Château des Tesnières are waiting to warmly greet their guests. Do consider this exceptional property for your next visit to Brittany. And visit it today at Château des Tesnières on our web site. [Photos:
courtesy of the Boons and Château des Tesnières.
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Château d'Argouges
Château d'Argouges Travelers to Normandy whose goal it is to visit the World War II historic sites, museums and the American Cemetery at Colleville-sur-Mer , will find this wonderful property a perfect base. Château d'Argouges is ideally located to provide easy access to Omaha Beach, Pointe du Hoc monument, Arromanches, Juno and Gold Beaches, as well as the Caen Memorial and Bayeux for its tapestry depicting the Battle of Hastings in 1066. And, for golfers, the nearby international golf course (27 holes) at Port-en-Bessin or the Omaha Beach Golf Club (reduced greens fees available to château guests) can help pass some enjoyable hours.
One of the lovely rooms -- Chambre Bleue The château offers five wonderful en suite guest rooms with breakfast included in the room rates. Although dinner is not offered at the château, there are many fine restaurants nearby, and your host and hostess, Monsieur and Madame Jeanne, will be happy to provide recommendations and easy directions.
Rooms available for the use of the château guests include a billiard room, a library and a salon for relaxation, reading or watching television. The park provides solitude and peace for strolls -- and for those so inclined, there is croquet. Do consider a stay at Château d'Argouges when you plan your first or next visit to the historic channel coast of Normandy. The château is open all year. You will find yourself in the midst of friendly people and inspiring landscapes. You can visit this château on our site today at Château d'Argouges. [Photos:
courtesy of M. and Mme JEANNE and are their copyrighted property.
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Guest
rooms
and suites are contemporary in design with en suite bathrooms. Despite
the contrast in styles between this modern décor and the classical
French design of the château, there is perfect harmony. Spacious
rooms with lovely views over the park below and completely modern bathrooms
with every amenity combine to present guests with pleasant retreats in
a magnificent environment.
