Designed by Visconti, and built by Rene Honde, the Chateau de Challain was completed in 1854 as a private residence for Count Rochefoucauld and his family. The structure is a marvel to behold; 150ft limestone walls contain 365 windows, 52 fireplaces, and 12 turrets, as well as countless sculptural details along the facade. The splendor continues inside. Masterfully carved wood paneling and cabinetry, stunning hand-painted ceilings, and flawlessly chosen decor make each salon an historic holidays experience. Situated on beautiful grounds, the Chateau complex makes up one corner of a small village, which also has shops, a cathedral, and many summer events. The Chateau is now open for both overnight guests and day visitors, and also hosts wedding receptions and other events, your chateau holidays in France destination.
Accommodations:
At the Chateau de Challain all of our accommodation has been refurbished to a standard that offers the grand design of the nineteenth century, with the luxury of today's building technology, all conveniences are available at the chateau. Each suite includes robes, slippers, a hairdryer, private w/c, bath and tea & coffee making facilities. We aim to make your holidays in France truly memorable.
Dining:
Guests marvel at the cuisine that Chateau de Challain has to offer. With an on-site chef, a full wine cellar, and fresh regional produce, every meal is a new opportunity to savor the best tastes of the Loire Valley.
Overnight guests wake up to a full breakfast each morning, served from 7-10 am. Luncheons must be reserved the previous day, dinner with four hours notice. Dinners are currently €60 PP, including wine, coffee, and dessert.
Wedding Facilities:
As you step through the doors of Chateau de Challain the story of your fairytale wedding begins. For 2 days and two nights everything within the magnificent castle walls are exclusively yours.
This is where your personal dreams and wishes are given wings - fulfilled by the personal yet discreet attentions of those who strive to make your dreams come true. The bells will chime to summon the princess to join her prince - some will meet under the hand painted ceiling of the chateaus intimate chapel, others will choose the village church and yet more will whisper their "I do's" under the graceful oak trees in the sumptuous gardens - but wherever they meet the surroundings will weave a spell upon all that behold them for the rest of their lives.
With the couples celebrations and merriment at hand from the kitchen comes forth courses of decadent fine food accompanied by the cellars lavish regional French wines. The castle floors bear time old impressions of dancing feet, splendor and gaiety....and many happy ever afters. Chateau de Challain- for your very own Once Upon a Time
Romantic getaway
Romance suite for 3 nights with dinner for 1 night 900E for 2 with champagne on arrival.
Valid Through: February, 28, 2009
Location: 30 nw of Angers in the LoireValley
Guest Rooms: 2; Suites: 4
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner, Afternoon Wine Reception, Afternoon hors d'oeuvres
Facilities: Full Service Restaurant, Wedding Facilities, Internet Access, Fireplaces, Pets Allowed
Reservations
Events
Chateau de Challain
Phone: 33-241-924726
Web: www.chateauchallain.com
Email: chateauchallain@aol.com
Address: Challain la Potherie, Loire Valley, France 49440
