Chateau de La Barre is hidden away in the midst of the idyllic wooded hills of the Perche, between Chartres and Tours. At the entrance to the Loire Valley, Château de la Barre progressively unfolds its history. For centuries, its parkland has protected it from noise and disturbance, and it now emerges as an historical haven, close to the small Loire Valley and the famous Loire Valley Chateaux. With superb guest rooms. Continued...

If an authentic French chateau is what you seek, look no further. This stately chateau is a superb example of Renaissance architecture, was built for a Prussian prince and his wife in 1797 ~ on sixteenth century foundations ~ to provide a place to entertain the elite of Europe. Located a mere fifteen minutes from Blois and convenient to many of the grand châteaux of the Loire, this property sits on forty acres of meadows and ancient oak woods, which is then surrounded by 4000 acres of forest with a network of paths for walking, cycling and riding. All of the oak in this French chateau came from that forest! Continued...

Close to the historic Avignon (Palais des Papes), this chateau is the most wonderful bed & breakfast and vacation rental. Perfectly decorated with antiques, warm ambiance with the highest level of service. This chateau is one of the finest in the area. Continued...

Chateau de Pramenoux in the Beaujolais area is a fabulous place in the Beaujolais area. With a warm welcome from the French owners. The only thing you hear around this place is a cow's bell, if you are lucky..... Continued...

Chateau le Val is a lovely castle in Normandy, close to all the beaches and near Cherbourg. In mediaval style, with a very warm welcome from the owners. A romantic place for couples, families and groups (20 pers.). Continued...