Chateaux
Lafon-Rochet: Most improved Bordeaux 1855 château? – Decanter
Jane Anson meets one of the few 1855 Bordeaux château owners who could ‘reasonably be described as a farmer’ and hears about one of the classification’s most improved estates in the past decade. Château Lafon-Rochet’s Basile Tesseron drives a Volvo hybrid and a classic Fiat 500. He is more often seen in jeans than a … Continue reading
Château de Vétraz | Clara Franceschetti
Near Geneva, an idyllic escape full of medieval history lists The Château de Vétraz witnessed two battles in 1332 and in 1591 October 09, 2016 03:00PM Vétraz-Monthou, France Worried about the potential results of the November election? Need an international getaway just in case? Then consider this French chateau. An idyllic estate, known as Château … Continue reading
Local castle plays host to fairy-tale events – Houston Chronicle
Photo: Jerry Baker, Freelance The Chateau Cocomar, owned by Karen and Wayne Martin, is primarily used for weddings, sometimes by celebrities. The couple also spends $75,000 a year to host a Christmas party there for underprivileged children. The Chateau Cocomar, owned by Karen and Wayne Martin, is primarily… When Houston rapper Bun B threw a … Continue reading
Chateau de Fontainebleau: France’s forgotten jewel
You’ve visited the Louvre, Notre Dame and Sainte-Chapelle. You’ve been to Versailles and perhaps even made a trip to the chateaus of the Loire Valley. Is there anything else of the same calibre near Paris for those who love the classic ideals of French architecture and decorative arts? The answer is a resounding yes: the … Continue reading
Château de Bonneval and The Devils Tower – Coussac-Bonneval, France | Atlas Obscura
Nestled out in the Haute-Vienne department in western France you’ll find one of the earliest French aristocratic homes. Château de Bonneval is the site of one thousand years of Bonneval family history, including the legend of the Devil’s Tower. Documents have dated the construction of this castle to the early 11th century. Over the years, legends … Continue reading
GETAWAY: Biltmore (on a budget) – Winston-Salem Journal: Features
George Vanderbilt dreamed of a palatial estate. He remembered with longing the elegance of a French chateau, the rolling hills, and soaring views. He sought to re-create a similar storied paradise in the mountains of North Carolina in the late 1800s. The result was Asheville’s Biltmore Estate, which plays host to travelers and day-trippers 365 … Continue reading
Castle Hill Inn Announces Fall and Holiday Programs for 2016 – Newport, RI Patch
NEWPORT, RI—Castle Hill Inn, the iconic Relais & Châteaux property in Newport, RI, announces an exciting lineup of programs and events for the fall and holiday seasons. From themed cooking classes, to gourmet dining options and festive tea, guests can enjoy Newport’s stunning fall foliage and charming winter landscapes at the Inn’s exceptional oceanside setting. … Continue reading
Beautifully Restored 17th Century French Chateau Is a Steal at $3 Million | Real Estate
Beautifully Restored 17th Century French Chateau Is a Steal at $3 Million 17th century Normandy chateau 17th century Normandy chateau 17th century Normandy chateau 17th century Normandy chateau 17th century Normandy chateau 17th century Normandy chateau 17th century Normandy chateau 17th century Normandy chateau Elegantly situated on 42 acres of spr… (View original article)
Nine must-visit French chateaux you hadn’t heard of – The Local
Forget Versailles, Chantilly and the tourist traps along the Loire. Here are some of France’s most interesting and unusual châteaux. From tiny crumbling estates to splendid gilded palaces, France is home to some of the world’s finest castles. They are a firm favourite with tourists: Versailles alone draws in more than 7 million visitors a … Continue reading
Before Versailles: Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte, Just Outside Paris
Vaux-le-Vicomte, 45km from Paris in Seine-et-Marne, is one of the most important privately-owned châteaux in France. It is the home of the De Vogüé family, who opened it to the public in 1968 as a way of funding its upkeep – and to share with us the uniquely elegant building and resplendent 1,235 acres of gardens, all designed by the … Continue reading