"We all had
such a lovely time in this gorgeous place - we never wanted to leave. We
hope to be back in your fabulous chateau"
Jenny McPhee, London & New York
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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.
Begun in the time of William The Conqueror (XIth Cent) Alogny's buildings today date mainly from the XIVth Century. While fully preserving its medieval ambience, it is both welcoming and comfortable, with all modern amenities.
These include:
 | Large open log fireplace |
| Underfloor central heating |
| Broadband internet access |
| Fully-equipped modern kitchen |
| Jacuzzi |
| Magnificent swimming pool |
| Digital satellite TV |
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
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 |
| Professional Cooking School |
| 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 |
| Numerous concerts and recitals |
| Fêtes, manifestations, brocantes |