Relais & Châteaux is an exclusive collection of 500 of the finest charming hotels and gourmet restaurants in 60 countries. From the vineyards in Napa valley to the beaches in Bali, from the olive trees in Provence to the lodges in South Africa, Relais & Châteaux offers all the stops on the finest route for discovering each special place and country.
In all our properties, each maître de maison draws upon his unique experience and passion to share the authentic culture and tastes of his region with every guest.
Magical places and memories of a lifetime: whether it be a romantic weekend or to celebrate the important moments of life such as birthdays, anniversaries, honeymoon or family reunions.
Established in France more than 50 years ago, Relais & Châteaux has become a renowned reference of excellence in the hotel and restaurant world. The Association's mission is to spread its unique art de vivre across the globe by selecting outstanding properties with a truly unique character.
Weekly closing: Hotel: Sunday evening and Monday (except July and August).
Restaurant: Saturday noon, Sunday evening and Monday (except July and August) Annual closing: January
Unique in the world: the French author Colette wrote several of her novels here.
GIFT CERTIFICATES
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“We only do well the things we like doing. Neither science nor conscience makes a great chef”. We might think that these are the words of Nicolas Soulié, the excellent resident chef whose mission is to bring local dishes back into the spotlight. But in fact, they are the words of the famous French author Colette, who spent many a long day in this 15th century château writing Le Blé en herbe (The Game of Love), one of her best novels. One day we should measure how much the beauty of a location influences the beauty of the literary work written there…
Children welcome
Special children menu
Activities:
Golf, Tennis, Outdoor pool, mountain biking, hiking, horseback riding, hunting, fishing, canoeing/kayaking, rafting, Flying club
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