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Arrive at this medieval chateau in Charente and feel swept by its Old World charm. With careful consideration for modern conveniences, it has everything a large group of multiple generations needs to enjoy a rejuvenating stay. Let the kids splash in the pool while you wait for a homemade breakfast. This home is set in the middle of a park with a private lake nestled between ancient trees. Spend days outdoors and head into the nearby Poitiers for the pain du jour. If you’re up for traveling a bit further afield, go on a wine tasting in the Loire Valley or take the whole family air-ballooning above the Charente River. Return home to a chef-made meal on the al fresco dining terrace. Rumour has it this house was built in the 19th century for a famous dressmaker.

Courturier’s Castle

Sitting within twenty-five acres of verdant grounds in the Vienne region, the manicured lawns and towering turrets of this mighty nineteenth-century chateau look like a real fairytale fantasy.

This impression doesn't change when you go behind the front door. There's a grand total of four reception rooms on the ground floor, all treated to high ceilings, framed artwork and antique furnishings. The dining room is similarly grand, as is the hallway complete with a grand piano.

Out among the vast grounds, there are rose gardens and shady hideaways to discover, as well as a large swimming pool, loungers and a barbecue for when guests have worked up a hunger.

The local area is perfectly peaceful as it is, but there are plenty of local attractions nearby, too. Lencloître is the nearest town, only six minutes' drive away, and has a few restaurants and shops with which to get acquainted. There are also Roman ruins, Abbeys and even larger chateaux to explore in the surrounding Loire Valley, too.

Rural Daydreams

When it comes to gargantuan properties such as this one, it can sometimes be difficult to get the balance right with bedrooms and communal space, but this restored chalet just outside the village of Vernantes offers an elegant solution. Spread across three floors, there are a grand total of thirteen self-contained apartments, each with kitchens and living rooms. 

At the same time, there are some suitably lavish spaces in which to gather everybody together, from the grand banquet hall and a pair of central salons to the rather incredible outdoor space. In the vast grounds, there's a huge range of ways to fill up your time, whether you're paddling in the semi-heated swimming pool, walking around the twenty-two acres of forest or exploring the caves (with the help of a local guide). Added to that, the well-maintained French gardens are pretty to saunter about and you can even try your hand at petanque on the court, too.

There are a handful of bars and restaurants in local Vernantes, but there's a much wider choice in Saumer 19km away, or in the cities of Angers, Le Mans and Tours, which all take in the region of an hour to reach in the car. Even closer to the home, however, are the woods, vineyards and farmland in the Loire Valley, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

 The Sweetest Fruit

It doesn’t get more romantic than a stay in the keep of a historic French château, yet we have a feeling you’ll want to share this 16-person home with a crowd. This is an idyllic setting for a family reunion or holiday with friends. Set in the southern Loire Valley, this keep forms part of the Château De St Louis, and shares manicured grounds, vineyards, plus a lake for fishing and birdwatching with the main manor building. Inside, the keep boasts eight elegant bedrooms, each with a four-poster bed and furniture that exudes medieval grandeur. For the ultimate group trip, rent the keep in tandem with the main château to host up to 40 guests.

Le Keep

Found in the Loire Valley, one of France’s most historically significant towns, this beautiful palace has been updated over the years without compromising any of the 18th-century charms. You’ll find it in the ornate gilded details of the ceilings, the chandeliers, and local white stone and steep slate roof tiles. Pair that with beautiful antique furniture and attention to detail – especially where the more modern elements, like the copper bathroom fittings, have been made to fit with the style of this home.

Because the accommodation splits between the main house and a cottage, big parties can break down into smaller groups, so everyone experiences a measure of privacy and peace. Come together in the courtyard for alfresco meals or take a turn around the perfectly manicured gardens, stopping off to smell the roses before playing a few rounds of pool in the games room.

Enjoy wine in the shade of the big trees, catch an afternoon nap on the hammock and take family portraits in front of the imposing figure this home cuts. After a quick workout in the private fitness room, you can explore Loches. Stoll the cobbled streets, searching for a restaurant or cafe and stop off at the twice-weekly market for fresh produce. Though it’s hard to do, the great thing about leaving this home is coming back up to see the view of the citadel on the approach. 

Lionheart Manor

Found on over 9 hectares of woodland, this 19th-century chateau is your chance to live out your personal fairytale. Start with breakfast in the cave-like, dining room before a long walk in the garden. As you’re out, find a spot for a picnic and pour yourself a cup of coffee from the thermos to enjoy your macaroons with. 

Spend sunny days poolside with the towering, fairytale spire of the chateau in the background. Out here, coincidentally, is where we’d recommend the perfect family photograph. Play table tennis on the lawn or get the group together for a few rounds of croquet. There’s also a pool table if anyone is up for a friendly competition. 

Though the home has been modernised, a lot of the original charm remains. Explore it as you wander from room to room, admiring the chandeliers and ornate furnishings. Sprawl out in the living room and spend hours simply socialising over freshly-baked pastries. 

Host parties in the exclusive cocktail lounge for a bit of glitz and glamour and move outside to stargaze before retiring to the opulent bedrooms. 
The town of Langeais is only minutes away – stroll alongside the Loire River, grab a bite to eat, sit down to admire the peaceful pace and simply appreciate the quiet, fine things in life.

A Fairytale Chateau

French rural living steeped in aristocratic elegance, this grand estate in the scenic Loire Valley will leave you breathless. Surrounded by more than 100 hectares of manicured gardens, meadows and woodland, you can stroll or cycle around the extensive grounds to your heart's content – and you're likely to bump into some of the local wildlife around one of the five ponds. This home comprises of the refurbished manor house (seven bedrooms), two gîtes (three and four bedrooms) and an additional dormitory (two bunk-bedrooms), offering flexible space for up to thirty-six guests. With impressive reception rooms to boot and two large annexe rooms, it's the ideal setting for a wedding or special reunion with friends or family. Grandeur and decadence reign supreme in the main house with glorious drawing rooms, ornate antique furniture and working fireplaces; while the other properties on the estate have a more contemporary feel. Spend summer days outside paddling about in the pool or engaging in a heated tennis match. A boules pitch also promises hours of fun in the afternoon sunshine. When the weather refuses to cooperate, head inside for a friendly game of pool or table tennis. If you have a musician in your group, a sing-song around the grand piano is definitely in order. And when it's time for a bit of an adventure, you'll love discovering the charming villages in the surrounding area, and if you have time, a thirty-minute drive will take you to the riverside town of Blois, famous for its magnificent castle. 

A Grand Affair

Overlooking the Loire river and sitting in the heart of Loire-Anjou-Touraine Regional Natural Park, this home's spot on the map is perfect for those in thrall to the French countryside and the large plant-filled garden – almost as large as the house itself – gives you plenty of space and seating to bask in this picturesque scenery.

There's something equally charming about the home's interior, with a range of design influences on display, from rustic wooden ceiling beams and the period fireplace to bursts of bold floral wallpaper and mid-century-inspired furnishings. Given the small guest count, the kitchen is perhaps more generously sized than you might have anticipated and finished off with pretty tiles, too.

When it comes to seeing a little more of the bucolic region, there are ample wine estates and castles to discover, as well as two characterful towns that are easily reached by car. The nearest, Saumur, is the French capital of horses with exhibits and equestrian shows to catch, while Angers is slightly further away and is renowned for its medieval architecture and cultural institutions.

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