Set in stunning landscaped gardens, this 17th century chateau is a magnificent property.
The perfect location to explore Monet’s garden, Bayeux tapestry and the landing beaches, this villa a short ten minutes from Honfleur and twenty minutes from Deauville.
Able to sleep up to 16 guests, the chateau features a number of beautiful formal rooms.
The neighbouring farmhouse on the grounds is perfect for larger groups, able to sleep a further ten guests.
A heated swimming pool and pool house can be found in the old stable block.
Untouched since originally built, the outside of Domaine du Pont retains its original features, whilst the inside of the property has been fully renovated.
Once used as a safe house for aristocrats during the revolution, this house has a fascinating history.
Since its use by the resistance in the war, the villa has lived a more refined and tranquil existance.
The chateau can be hired on its own for groups of up to 18 or along with the neighbouring farmhouse for groups of up to 28.
On the first floor there is one suite (double bedroom with a connected salon) and two double bedrooms, all with their own en-suite bathrooms. On the second floor there are four double bedrooms, two twin bedrooms and three separate bathrooms.x000D
First Floor:
Second Floor:
4 double bedrooms
2 twin bedrooms
3 bathrooms
2 Separate guest WCs on the ground floor and 2 showers in the pool house.x000D
Two pavilions mark the extremities of the French formal garden. One of them is a fully restored chapel. In addition, there is the old stable block which is now a pool house, with two changing/shower rooms, a large modern kitchen, and a function room with a gallery which can seat 26 people for dinner. There are three other buildings located on the grounds, including the caretaker's house, which are not available for guests.
The chateau is set in about 50 hectares of grounds. About seven hectares is used for the formal gardens, which include the formal French garden (with 36 topiary yew trees and a huge fountain), the walled Italian garden, the orchard and the avenue leading up to the chateau. There is small house in the garden where children can play, and a swimming pool (12m x 6) and pool house with showers and changing rooms. There is ample parking space outside.
The nearest port to the chateau is Le Havre (25km) and the nearest town is Beuzeville (3km). About three minutes drive from the chateau there is a small market town which has 2 supermarkets, a great market on Tuesdays, and several good restaurants. If you want to try slightly further afield (just another 10 minutes!) you will find two 1 star Michelin restaurants, and another one at Deauville.x000D
Normandy has a huge amount to offer – and most of it is within a reasonable drive of the chateau. It has something for everyone from old cities, Monet's garden, the landing beaches and historic sites such as the Bayeux tapestry to beaches, holiday resorts and casinos.x000D
The area is well supplied in terms of sports facilities - for both participants and spectators. In particular, it is well known as a hub for equine pursuits - there are numerous studs, including the Aga Khan's, and in the summer there are horse auctions and Horse Racing and Polo at Deauville. There is also Horse Riding available locally. There are many golf courses within 30 minutes of the chateau (including Etratat situated on top of the cliffs overlooking the channel).x000D
Other day trips include the Landing Beaches, the Bayeux Tapestry and Monet's Garden. Honfleur is a fishing and sailing port located in the Seine estuary about 10 minutes from the chateau. Deauville is great for smart shops, cafes and people watching. This cosmopolitan sea-side resort has a large and beautiful beach, a marina, and a casino.x000D
Normandy is rightly famous for its food - especially the cheeses such as Livarot Camembert, and Pont l'Eveque - and Calvados, the apple brandy. The French love of good food means that all ingredients also have to be of the highest quality. Seafood is fantastic and local producers are famous in the area for quality, taste, and price. x000D
Local markets are fantastic and are often the major source of food for the locals. The nearest market is in Beuzeville on Mondays. However, there are also excellent ones in Honfleur on Saturday, Trouville on Sunday, and Pont Audemer on Monday. There are many restaurants in nearby villages.