We are now all home in our various regular locations, and busy sharing the photos that will help keep our visit to the Chateau vivid. Reactions are universaly positive, and I think most of us would agree that this was the best location for our annual family get together (and this was the eighth). Let me summarize the points that made it so good - first, the kindness and consideration you and your wife showed in letting us take over your home, and the way you dealt so easily and quickly with all our problems. The location is fantastic - the house was both attractive and comfortable, with plenty of space for our crowd and wonderful corners to hide away when one was tired of the mob. The pool was ideal, the kitchen and bathrooms spacious and in full working condition, the terrace ideal, the view magnificent, in short, nothing was missing that could contribute to a wonderful family holiday. Many many thanks.
The nearest airport is Lyon (100km) and the nearest town is Roanne (20km). Situated in a rural hilly area where the famous 'Charolais beef' is bred and offering panoramic views, the chateau is 5 minutes away from a medieval village with all the necessary facilities (shops & restaurants).
The area has many famous restaurants, including the world famous Michelin starred Troigros which is 20 minutes away. There are also many vineyards nearby as the Beaujolais region is just 30 minutes by car. Burgundy is 45 minutes away and we even have our local wine "Les Cotes Roannaises".
There are many cultural sites around including a well known tour of medieval roman churches as well as lovely medieval villages with beautiful old houses.