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EQUESTRIAN HOLIDAYS IN A CASTLE IN ALLIER...
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Discover the charm and abundant history of the Bourbonnais region at the Castle, located only three hours south of Paris. Its hilltop position provides encompassing views of
the estate's 40 hectares including the lake, forests, fields and
typical "bocage". |
At the Chateau, guests are welcomed with warmth and attention
and quickly feel at home amidst the splendour of the chateau and
tranquil grounds.
Equipped with wonderful stables for horses, you'll have there a
great time of horse riding and relaxing...
RIDE ITINERARY
A unique and natural environment, unspoiled and largely unchanged
from historical times. Experience the traditional bourbonnaise
country side in its true sense - the characteristic bocage, herds
of Charollais cattle, flocks of sheep, horses, and, of course,
the friendliness of the bourbonnaise people themselves. A private
estate of 100 acres containing cool woods, green pastures and a
pond, all carefully maintained with the well-being of the guests
in mind. Walking paths wind through wood and field, while the
pond provides fish for the angler and a row boat for the boater.
Peace and tranquility are a priority at the Castle.
The double French doors of the entrance open to a
large foyer which provides access to the different reception rooms
on this floor. The style is predominantly Directoire, as evidenced
by the ornate golden coloured wood paneling, the mahogany paneling,
and the monumental original chandelier.
The Grand and the Middle salons are furnished with your comfort
in mind. The comfortable seating and pleasant music provide a perfect
setting for enjoying aperitifs and refreshments.
The mahogany-paneled library, containing books and parlor games,
opens onto the grounds via large, floor-to-ceiling windows.
Day 1
Meeting point at the Castle during the afternoon. Relax at the Castle
(outdoor swimming pool, trekking in the estate's 40 hectares, bicycle,
sauna, jacuzzi).
Diner and night at the Castle.
Day 2
After breakfast, you will enjoy 2 hours lessons in the morning
on the beautiful outdoor arena of the Haras. Evaluation
of riding abilities, dressage, jumping depending on what
you prefer.
Lunch at the Castle.
During afternoon, a one hour trail riding in the park and
around will let you discover better the castle and its wonderful
environment.
Dinner and night at the Castle.
Day 3
Departure in the morning for a 3 hours trail ride in the
bocage and into one of the majestic forests of the country
(Tronçais or Gros Bois).
Lunch at the castle's restaurant.
Check out at 1.00 pm.
HORSES, TACK AND RIDING EXPERIENCE
Horses
Horses are balanced and willing : French saddle horses, spanish horses. The Haras is very close to the Castle.
Tack
English saddles.
Riding experience
You'll ride 3 hours a day. You need to be comfortable at all gaits.
Each day, you'll have the choice between trails and horse riding
lessons in the outdoor area with a competent teacher.
YOUR GUIDES
French riding instructors.
ACCOMMODATION
Accommodation
3*NN hotel. For your comfort, the Chateau has 16 renovated rooms,
each with complete bathrooms and furnished with unique antiques
and artwork. Each room also has a direct phone line, modem hook-up
and satellite television.
You have the choice between 4 types of room :
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Standard rooms Northern exposure small window or roof window, 140 cm bed, bath or shower. |
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Comfort rooms Southern exposure, biggest as the standard rooms, 160 cm bed. |
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Superior rooms Southern exposure, biggest rooms as the standard ones. Beautiful view onto pastures and the pond. |
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DeLuxe rooms Very big rooms, different exposure, 5 big windows, huge bathroom. |
Common equipments
Outdoor swimming pool (in season), possibility to borrow a mountain bike, fishing in the pond, sauna, jacuzzi, fitness, billiard, petanque, table tennis, library, ...
Meals
Gourmet restaurant with roots deep in the Bourbonnaise
tradition. Experience the diversity and flair of local cuisine,
and rediscover the taste and health of produce from the Chateau
gardens, neighbouring farms, or local markets. Meals are served
in the hunter's dining room, the more intimate Directoire Salon,
or outside, on the inviting terrace
A wine cellar containing nearly 3000 bottles of France's finest
selections, especially those of Bourgogne and Cote du Rhone. Come
share our passion for wine.
DATES AND RATES
This 3 days / 2 nights stay can be scheduled all year long except in january and february.
Possibility to book during the week, except on monday because of the weekly closure.
| 2010 (rate per person sharing room) | all year long except July and August |
July and August |
| Standard room | 469 € |
469 € |
| Confort room | 489 € |
499 € |
| Superior room | 524 € |
534 € |
| Deluxe room | 559 € |
569 € |
| Discount for non riders | -150 € |
-150 € |
| Single room supplement 2010 | ||
| Standard room | + 125 € |
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| Confort room | + 145 € |
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| Superior room | + 180 € |
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| Deluxe room | + 215 € |
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| VULCANIA Experience 2009 | all year long except July and August |
July and August |
| extra night in standard room + Vulcania ticket | 150 € |
155 € |
| extra night in confort room + Vulcania ticket | 162 € |
166 € |
| extra night in superior room + Vulcania ticket | 178 € |
183 € |
| extra night in deluxe room + Vulcania ticket | 194 € |
199 € |
Included
- 6 hours horse riding per person as describe, with English / French speaking guide,
- Free aces to castle equipment : outdoor swimming pool (from May to
September depending the weather conditions), sauna, jacuzzi...,
- 2 nights in a double room in Castle,
- Full board : 2 breakfasts + 2 lunches + 2 dinners (drinks not included),
- Total and unlimited financial guarantee (APS) of all payments made to us (see "why ride with us ?"),
- Protection of the French Law for travel consumers who book through French travel agencies (see "why ride with us ?").
Not included
- transport to the meeting point,
- drinks,
- optional activities at the Castle as golf, balloon, any other service or optional visit entries, personal expenses...,
- tips,
- a tour to discover other regions of France before or after the
trail (castle life, golf training, thalassotherapy spas...), see
our "after ride proposals".
- optional insurances.
BOOKING - MORE INFORMATION
Contact Anthony, the specialist for this horse riding tour...
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GENERAL INFORMATION
DURATION
3 days / 2 nights / 6 hours on horseback (optional hours possible)
LANGUAGE
Our guide speaks English / French and our head waiter speaks Spanish and Portuguese too.
GROUP SIZE
Between 2 and 4 riders for trails.
MEETING POINT
The meeting point is at the castle. If you plan to arrive by train, you can join Moulins sur Allier, from where you could ask a taxi (average 45 € per way).
CLIMATE
In summer, temperatures are usually warm, fresh in forests.
HEALTH
There are no specific health formalities and emergency medical treatment is as widely available in the country.
ENTRY FORMALITIES
A valid passport is required of all foreigners entering France, except people living from a Schengen agreement country for who a valid ID card is enough.
All foreign citizens who wish to come to France must be able to present regulatory proof of the purpose of their stay, means of support and accommodation. In some cases, they need a visa to enter France. Visas must be applied for before leaving for France at a French consular office.
France is a member of European Union. No visa is required for citizens of other EU states.
No visa is required for US visitors staying less than 3 months.
Please check these informations at your local French embassy.
