A Romantic Castle in France - For the Perfect
Vacation

"We
all had such a lovely time in this gorgeous place – we never wanted to leave!
We hope to be back at your fabulous chateau."
Jenny McPhee,
New
York
&
London
Introduction
The
Château d'Alogny is a hilltop castle, small and romantic,
lying south of the Loire valley. A private home, it is located
midway between the historic cities of Tours and Poitiers. It
is surrounded by intriguing gardens and terraces. The large, private
swimming pool commands outstanding views over the surrounding countryside.
(More on Location)
Alogny can be rented by the week for self-catering
holidays and vacations, as well as retreats, workshops, reunions and other
special occasions.
(More on Renting)
The accommodation consists of 5 double (or twin) bedrooms,
with 4 bathrooms. In addition there is a large family room with extra
guest beds available if required.
(More on
Accommodation & Facilities))
Begun
in the time of William The Conqueror (XIth Cent) Alogny's buildings
today date mainly from the XIVth Century. While preserving its
medieval ambience, it is both welcoming and comfortable, with all modern
amenities.
These include:
 | Underfloor central heating |
 | Broadband internet access |
 | Digital satellite TV |
 | Fully-equipped modern kitchen |
 | Jacuzzi |
 | Magnificent swimming pool |
The Region:
Rich in history and filled with great natural beauty, this
unspoilt region holds many attractions, including the Brenne wildlife sanctuary,
the Atlantic seashore and the great châteaux of the Loire Valley.
Other
nearby attractions include:
 | Professional Spa & Massage |
 | La Roche Posay skin care treatments |
 | Fêtes, concerts and weekly village markets |
 | Fine local wines and wineries |
 | Biking and hiking |
 | Boating, canoeing and fishing |
 | Horseback riding |
 | Hippodrome equestrian center |
 | Golf |
 | Casino |
 | Gourmet dining |
 | Fontgombault Abbey with daily Gregorian chant |
 | Angles-sur-l'Anglin - "the most beautiful
village in France" |
 | A wealth of châteaux, churches and other architectural
gems |
 | St. Savin Abbey with world-famous mediæval frescoes |
 | Merovingian necropolis at Civaux |
 | Futuroscope - theme park of the moving image |
More on the Region
The Castle:
For
almost a thousand years the Château d’Alogny has
dominated the valley of the Creuse, where the historic Touraine and Poitou
regions meet. Standing on a wooded
bluff overlooking the river, it enjoys breathtaking panoramic views across the
surrounding countryside.
On the lawn in front of the château,
a great
megalithic standing stone or menhir provides mute testimony
to the fact that this has been revered as a sacred site for over ten thousand
years.
Alogny is
located near the attractive spa town of La Roche Posay, which has been famous
since Roman times for the healing properties of its medicinal waters. These
waters are still valued today and our visitors too can enjoy luxurious massages,
facials, and other therapeutic treatments. La Roche Posay skin care
products are highly regarded and are sold around the world.
More on Alogny's History
Special Announcement:
Converted XVth
Century riverside Tithe Barn available for vacation rental

View from the garden
For details please go to
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