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AUVERGNE : Stationary ride in a castle...

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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 historic bocage.
The heart of this Eden is the beautiful, romantic 19th century mansion, completely renovated and managed with refinement. Each of the 16 comfortable guestrooms contains complete modern bathrooms, tasteful décor and antique furnishings of the period. The Chateau d'Ygrande offers guests in search of a change of scenery a delightful country experience highlighted by fine gourmet dining in an atmosphere of relaxation and culture.

At the Chateau, guests are welcomed with warmth and attention and quickly feel at home amidst the splendor of the chateau and tranquil grounds.
Equiped with wonderful stables for horses, you'll have there a great time of horseriding and relaxing...



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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, greenpastures 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 colored 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.
PROGRAM

Day 1
Meeting point at the Castle during the afternoon. Relax at the Castle (outdoor swimming pool, trekking in the estate's 40 hectares, bycicle, 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 majestuous forests of the country (Tronçais or Gros Bois).
Lunch at the castle's restaurant.
Check out at 1.00 pm.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Accomodation

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 :

Standard rooms
Northern exposure small window or velux, 140 cm bed, bath or shower.


Comfort rooms
Southern exposure, biggest as the standard rooms, 160 cm bed.

Photo of one of the castle room - Riding week end  3 hours from Paris with Ride in France

Superior rooms
Souther exposure, biggest rooms as the standard ones. Beautiful view onto pastures and the pond.



DeLuxe rooms
Very big rooms, different exposure, 5 big windows, huge bathroom.

 

 

Commun 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, neighboring 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.







Horses
Horses are balanced and willing : French saddle horses, spanish horses. The Haras is very close to the Castle.

Tack
English saddles.

Riding level
You'll ride 3 hours a day. You need to be confortable at all gaits.
Each day, you'll have the choice between trails and horse riding lessons in the outdoor area with a competent teacher.
From 2 to 4 riders for trails.
Horses in the stable - Riding vacation in castle - Ride in France

Climate
In summer, temperatures are usually warm, fresh in forests.

How to get there
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).

Language
More than french, our guide speaks english and our head waiter speaks spanish and portuguese too.

DATES AND RATES

Dates
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.

Rates for 2007
Standard room
420 €
Comfort room
440 €
Superior room
470 €
DeLuxe room
500 €

Single room supplements
Standard room
110 €
Comfort room
130 €
Superior room
160 €
DeLuxe room
190 €

- Non riders are welcome too. Reduce 130 € from the rider price.

Rates for 2008 (except july and august)
Standard room
445 €
Comfort room
465 €
Superior room
500 €
DeLuxe room
530 €

- Please add 10€ per person per night if your stay include nights in july or august.

Single room supplements
Standard room
116 €
Comfort room
136 €
Superior room
170 €
DeLuxe room
200 €

- Non riders are welcome too. Reduce 145 € from the rider price.





Included

- 6 hours horse riding per person as describe, with English / French speaking guide.
- free acces 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 lunchs + 2 dinners (drinks not included)
- Total financial guaranty (APS) of all payments made to Ride in France.

Not included

- transport to the meeting point,
- optional activities at the Castle as golf, baloon, ....
- atour to discover other regions of France before or after the trail (castle life, golf training, thalassotherapy spas...), see our "after ride proposals".
- drinks,
- any other prestation,
- optionnal insurrances.

Book this ride now !

 

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