Loire Valley
La Borde en Sologne
LA BORDE EN SOLOGNE
Vernou-en-Sologne , near Blois
La Borde en Sologne Chateau & Spa occupies the Chateau de la Borde and its outbuildings and grounds . The landscape is rural and one of fields , forests and lakes Dating from the mid-17th century , the chateau is surrounded by over one hundred and twenty acres of land , some of it landscaped with English- and French-style gardens , some of it given over to vegetable gardens and the rest is fields and woods . There is also a lake , 1,640-ft long , with a pier that can be enjoyed from the water in a boat for fishing or for pleasure . Historic features such as mouldings , sculptures , frescoes , woodwork and fireplaces have been preserved . The style of the hotel provides comfort with a contemporary chic whilst respecting the essence of the chateau . The centrepiece of the public rooms is the restaurant , called Mémoire , with 80 covers and open to residents and non-residents alike . Tables are set in three dining rooms with views of the landscaped grounds . It is here that breakfast , lunch and dinner are served , refined and casual in style . The A la Carte menu is short but authentic and reflects local seasonal produce of the chateau itself and its local suppliers . On Sundays the restaurant serves a brunch . The bar and counter are installed in an immense , old family cupboard that is an integral part of the chateau . The thirty five rooms and five suites are spacious , with high ceilings and views of the grounds . Each is unique is furnishings and colour scheme , but classic wooden panelling and parquet floors have been retained . Comfort and authenticity combine to create more home than hotel and family heirlooms , designer pieces and antiques acquired are enhanced by a colourful , bold palette . Fabrics and wallpapers are from Pierre Frey . For relaxation there is a spa , gym , outdoor heated adults only swimming pool and gardens .
La Borde en Sologne
LA BORDE EN SOLOGNE EXH46560 Official Category : Four star Closed : Open all year Location : About 20 minutes from Blois . At Hotel : 40 rooms and suites , Restaurant , bar , spa , gym , tennis court , two swimming pools ( both heated , and one for adults only and one for families ), kids ’ play area and kids ’ club in summer and school holidays , 124 acres of grounds , terraced gardens with seating , cycles , laundry service , parking , vegetable garden . Local Interest : The chateaux of Chambord and Cheverny are nearby ; the town of Blois with its castle , there is a chocolate museum , beehive visits and cheesemakers ; Le Clos Lucé in
Amboise ( cultural space dedicated to Leonardo da Vinci ), vineyards of the Loire Valley and wine routes to follow , long distance walking tracks ( GR3 , GR31 ), farm visits , boat trips on the Loire from Blois , garden festival at Chaumont-sur-Loire . Sports Nearby : Walking , cycling , canoeing and paddle-boarding . French Expressions include : Bed and breakfast Holiday Prices : All our prices are tailor-made and will depend on the holiday you ask us to create for you .
La Borde en Sologne
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