Chateau De Raguerniere

Chateau de Raguerniere is a magnificently decorated 19th century luxury Chateau which sits in a private estate of 22 acres (9 hectares) of formal gardens and woodland.

A short distance from the picturesque town of Langeais by the Loire River, Chateau de Raguerniere offers beautifully designed accommodation for up to 15 guests.

The Chateau has just been updated and blends designer decoration and furnishings with the elegance and opulence of a 19th century residence.

Chateau de Raguerniere is perfect for holidays, celebrations, family get-togethers, special occasions, weddings and corporate events and is perfectly located to visit the many vineyards and large chateaux, which are open to the public, as well as other places of interest.

Features:

The spacious and elegant ground floor comprises an entrance hall, drawing room, formal dining room, cocktail lounge, billiard room, family room with turret, breakfast room, troglodyte (cave) dining room and cloakroom.

The first floor has two splendid suites of rooms; the first comprises an expansive bedroom with turret, a sitting room, bathroom, an office and a walk-in wardrobe/dressing room. The second includes a large bedroom, sitting room and bathroom. There is are two spacious double en-suite bedroom, a children’s playroom with TV, DVD’s and air hockey table, also situated on this floor.

On the upper floor there are two more delightful suites, the first has a large bedroom with sitting area and en-suite bathroom. The second includes a spacious bedroom, sitting room and an en-suite shower room. This suite also has the added benefit of a children’s twin room should it be required.

This floor also has a double en-suite bedroom with sitting room or child’s room, depending on requirements.

Please note that extra day beds can be provided on request at an extra charge of €40 per person per night.

Outside Grounds

- Golf driving range
- Outdoor heated swimming pool (14x7m), open from late May to September
- Terraces furnished for relaxing in the sun or shade, for outdoor dining and cocktails
- Boules/petanque court
- Croquet
- Frisbee golf course
- Table tennis
- Gym (Personal Training can be arranged)
- Large trampoline
- Nature walks
- Jogging trail
- Portable gas barbecue (can be hired)
- Fruit picking (in season)

Location:

- Ferries: UK to Caen, Cherbourg or St Malo.
- Eurotunnel: Folkestone - Calais.
- Car: A85 Exit 7 to Langeais 4 km
- Flights: Direct flights from Stansted to Tours.
- Trains: Paris 58 minutes by TGV to Tours. Tours to Langeais 20 minutes. Tours to Saumur 20 minutes.

Local Information
- Langeais town centre 1 km – château with working drawbridge and jester, restaurants, shops & cafés and a vibrant Sunday morning market plus local train station with direct trains to Tours and Saumur.
- Tours 25 km - Tours château, flower and food markets including ‘Les Halles’, the impressive, indoor food market, shops and restaurants.
- Saumur 40 km – restaurants, shops and the famous Cadre Noir military riding school.
- Villandry 10 km – magnificent château and famous gardens.
- Ussé 18 km - 'Sleeping Beauty' château and grounds.
- Azay-le-Rideau 10 km - moated château.
- Vineyards and wine tastings are all within an hour’s drive, at Chinon 30 km, St Nicholas de Bourgueil 24 km and Vouvray 33 km.
- Wine walks through the vineyards with tastings.
- Cycling along the Loire River just 5 minutes away.
- Spectacular evening light displays and shows at nearby châteaux.
- Golf – Four golf clubs within 30 minutes drive.
- Horse riding – local riding stables is a 5 minute walk.

Terms & Conditions:

Security deposit?
€2000 paid via bank transfer to the owner one month before arrival/in cash upon arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection.



Arrival time?
4.00 p.m.

Departure time?
9.30 a.m.

Energy costs included?
Yes.

Linen & towels included?
Yes, including pool towels.

Pets welcome?
Not allowed.

Smoking Allowed?
Outside only.

Changeover day?
Saturday in July, August, May Half Term, Christmas and New Year. Flexible during all other periods.

Insurance?
Guests are required to be in possession of a valid insurance policy, which covers them for cancellations, loss of personal belongings, personal liability and any accidental damage caused during their stay.

End of stay cleaning included?
Extra €400, payable locally. However, guests are required to leave the accommodation clean, tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival. Any extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or garbage disposal required will be charged against the security deposit.

Minimum stay?
5 nights, except in July, August, May half term, Christmas and New Year when 7 nights.

Tax?
French Visitors Tax payable locally (typically costs €1-€5 per adult per night- please enquire if exact amount is required).



Pool heating charge?
The pool is heated free of charge from approximately mid-June to end-August. During all other periods, there is a charge of €300 per week. Please note that like all heated pools, pool heating and water temperature are reliant on weather and outside temperatures.

Heating costs included?
Yes, included from October to May.

Other Ts and Cs?
Please note that due to the antique furnishings, groups with many children may not be accepted.
Smoking - not allowed