Rent a charming castle at the heart of the Bourbonnais

Popular amenities

Pool

Breakfast available

Kitchen

Check out the area

Unknown, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

CeltÔ Spa15 min drive
Le PAL Amusement and Animal Park25 min drive
Circuit de Nevers Magny-Cours59 min drive
Clermont-Ferrand (CFE-Clermont-Ferrand - Auvergne Intl.)89 min drive

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 7

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 8

1 Single Bed

6 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 6

Bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Garden

About this property

At the heart of the bourbonnais, 25 km from moulins, the Paray-le-Frésil castle, built under Louis XIII' reign, was for Georges Simenon the source of inspiration of one of his most famous works, l'Affaire Saint-Fiacre .

The castle can comfortably house up to 14 people (cots for babies are at your disposal).

The ground floor of the castle:
- The kitchen and laundry room are completely equipped.

- The TV room (flat screen TV, DVD, Canal sat, international channels and cartoons).

- The dining room, the small and large lounges are decorated in the style of the time, each of the rooms has its own chimney, as well as wainscoting and family portraits. The large living room is usually reserved for entertainment: table for playing cards, foosball, music, dancing.

- Wireless internet is available throughout the castle.

The castle's park:
The castle opens onto an English park of 10 hectares, a pond and wood in which you may walk as much as you please. In order to take advantage of this magnificent view, a garden lounge has been placed in front of the house, an ideal place to enjoy apéritifs or your meals. The vegetable garden allows you to enjoy the flowers and vegetables of the season.

The swimming pool (5m/10) is located 100 m from the house. Its location is ideal as it gives onto the castle, as well as the park and pond.

The castle can comfortably house up to 14 people (cots for babies are at your disposal).

The ground floor of the castle:
- The kitchen and laundry room are completely equipped.

- The TV room (flat screen TV, DVD, Canal sat, international channels and cartoons).

- The dining room, the small and large lounges are decorated in the style of the time, each of the rooms has its own chimney, as well as wainscoting and family portraits. The large living room is usually reserved for entertainment: table for playing cards, foosball, music, dancing.

- Wireless internet is available throughout the castle.

The castle's park:
The castle opens onto an English park of 10 hectares, a pond and wood in which you may walk as much as you please. In order to take advantage of this magnificent view, a garden lounge has been placed in front of the house, an ideal place to enjoy apéritifs or your meals. The vegetable garden allows you to enjoy the flowers and vegetables of the season.

The swimming pool (5m/10) is located 100 m from the house. Its location is ideal as it gives onto the castle, as well as the park and pond.

Property manager

Victoire Lagacherie

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Amenities

Pool

Breakfast available

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed

Nombre de personnes maximum autorisées 15

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Merci de fumer sur la terrasse

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

Parties and events are allowed on site

Note from host: Nombre de personnes maximum autorisées 15

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Paray-le-Fresil

Located in Paray-le-Fresil, this castle is in a rural area and on a lake. Château de Saint-Aubin sur Loire and Maison Mantin are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Moulins Park and Plage des Ozières. Travelling with kids? Don't miss Le PAL Amusement and Animal Park. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.

Unknown, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

What's nearby

CeltÔ Spa - 15 min drive
Château de Saint-Aubin sur Loire - 20 min drive
Le PAL Amusement and Animal Park - 25 min drive
Moulins Cathedral - 26 min drive
Circuit de Nevers Magny-Cours - 59 min drive

Getting around

Thiel-sur-Acolin Station - 19 min drive

Restaurants

Café Merlette - 18 min drive
Le Goût des Choses - 9 min drive
Bar Chez Odile - 10 min drive
La Vacancière - 13 min drive
Wilhelm Franck - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rent a charming castle at the heart of the Bourbonnais pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Rent a charming castle at the heart of the Bourbonnais?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Rent a charming castle at the heart of the Bourbonnais?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rent a charming castle at the heart of the Bourbonnais located?

Located on a lake, this family-friendly castle is within 9 mi (15 km) of Saint Nazaire Museum, CeltÔ Spa and Museum of Agricultural Machinery Puzenat and Woodworking. Château de Saint-Aubin sur Loire and Breuil Museum are also within 12 miles (20 km).

9.4

Exceptional

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8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Ellie R.

12 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stay

Don't go into Chateau Paray-Le-Fresil expecting all the mod cons and luxury but embrace the history and character it provide. Fishing lakes on site provided days of entertainment. The pool was checked daily and is a welcome relief from the heat. The lovely owner lives on site and is incredibly helpful and knowledgeable. The village is very pretty and quiet, no shops or pubs walkable (maybe bikeable if you bring one with you) but plenty to do and visit in local towns and villages. Would absolutely recommend for getting away and staying in some genuine French history

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan S.

17 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent - but don't expect perfection!

Wonderful chateau in glorious surroundings, excellent pool, very welcoming owners (marquis and wife living nearby). Don't book it if you want everything to be perfect: some of the building and its contents are in urgent need of renovation, the electrics are antique, the Wifi's erratic and there are bats and pigeons in the attics. But if (like us) you can live with this, you'll have a great and unforgettable holiday. We rented it for three weeks for a family/friends reunion and hope to return. jonxxsmith@gmail.com - happy to be contacted if you want to kmow more.

Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Joanna Maria B.

7 Jun 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

The chateau is beautiful - in need of some renovations but has an old world charm. Great grounds.

As with all things who you are with matters most. There were 10 of us and 4 kids - the amenities were great. Adults enjoyed cooking and eating outside with a view of the property and the pool. Do not expect luxury but do expect space with character and lots of charm. Hosts were great. Nice options for day trips.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kris S.

31 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacances de rêve.

Merci Madame Esmeralda pour l’ accueil, l’humour et l’amitié. Nous avons passé des vacances inoubliables dans votre vieux château avec un parc magnifique. Nous espérons revenir un jour.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katrien V.

17 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastische hide away

We hebben een heerlijke tijd gehad in het kasteel. Verwacht geen grootse luxe, maar wel charme, geschiedenis en vooral een waanzinnig mooi domein waar de rust onbetaalbaar is.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023