he original Chateau Bournand was destroyed by Cardinal Richeleu for the construction of his fortified town in the 1600's. It was re-built later in that century using tuffeau limestone from the neighboring caves (the same that was used to build the White House). The chateau has been recently redecorated with an atmosphere that is warm, relaxing and tastefully appointed.

We have seven bedrooms–three are in the chateau and chateau courtyard; two are in the Manor House; and two ar in the separate, fully-equipped Carriage House. Our rooms all have large, modern ensuite bathrooms and are beautifully decorated with antiques, original stone or hardwood floors, oriental and wooden beams. We have extra single beds available that we can add for special needs.

There is a guest refrigerator available, a gas grill for barbeques, lovely picnic areas with tables with umbrellas and benches throughout the tree parc for reading in the gardens. We have added a new regulation – sized pitanque (boules) court near our pool and pool house.

Chateau and Courtyard:

• The Coach Suite is a ground-level suite decorated with sunflower yellow, muted greens and rust. It has a chaise, club chair, a desk and beautiful fireplace. The private WC room is separated from the room with the tub, shower and sink. The view from this room is into the magnificent tree parc and down the lane of lime trees to the beautiful garden statue.
• The Forge Suite is also on the ground level, with a charming sitting room with a fireplace, sofa and chairs. It also has a private WC room separated from the room with the tub, shower and sink. It has been done in blues and burgundy.
• The Gothic Suite, with its grand stone fireplace, medieval art work, original beams and iron poster bed, is a warm and romantic room.   A wing chair, table and chairs will accommodate many needs, and you can use Gothic's French door to enjoy the back gardens. 

Manor House:
Our newly remodeled stone Manor Houe is a wonderful addition and is one of the oldest houses on the property and has the original bread oven.

• The Manor House Master Suite is ground-level suite with antiques, fabrics in burgundy and creams and oriental carpets. There is a French door from the master bedroom to the beautiful tree parc and a separate bathroom. The large salon has the original wooden beams and views of the courtyard.
• The Manor House Basil Bedroom with a separate bathroom, was added in 2005 and is accessed from and outside staircase. It has views of trees from all vistas-- you will feel you are sleeping in a wonderful tree house.

Carriage House:
The stone Carriage House was completely renovated in the summer of 2004. We are certain you will sense the comfort and history as soon as you enter. It is peacefully nestled in the Chateau grounds. The original stone floor, now replaced by washed hardwood floors, dated back to the 11th century. The ground floor has a salon with an armoire TV area, dining room, French day bed (which could sleep a fifth person), a fully equipped kitchen and powder room. Upstairs are two bedrooms, one queen and one with twin beds, each with a tiled modern bathroom. Carriage House can be rented by the week or longer. Since Carriage House has its own kitchen, breakfast is not included in the price. Towels, sheets are provided and are changed weekly.