Chateau Chamborigaud

About this property

This graceful, Disney-style château was built in 1575 and has three stunningly beautiful towers with impressive turrets. Château Chamborigaud is set in a lovely 5 acre park in the Cevennes mountains, and enjoys the river Luech flowing lazily along its boundaries, reached via a gate. Nimes airport is just over one hour drive away (and the drive itself is incredibly scenic!) and the train station to Alès and Nimes is close by.

There is a substantial terrace around the château which is perfect for dining, and in the beautiful park-style grounds you'll find a large outdoor swimming pool area with cuisine d'été, a terrace for BBQs and a changing room.

Château Chamborigaud is a short walk away from a charmingly beautiful village with adjacent tennis court (small fee - there is key in château), shopping facilities, bars and restaurants. There are also many wonderful walks and drives to enjoy in the surrounding area which is also a haven for foodies - it's renowned for its wild boar, chestnuts and mushrooms. There's more than ample parking space for everyone too.

Photos taken by David Bon.

The local village of Chamborigaud is less than ten minute walk, and contains three small supermarkets, a boulangerie, butcher, three restaurants, a tobacconist and a wine shop. There is also a wonderful market on Sunday's in the summer that should not be missed during your stay!

There are two 18 hole golf-courses within an hour's drive towards Nimes, and you'll also find a 9 hole golf course not too far from Villefort (approximately 30 minutes' drive away). The area also has excellent trout fishing and there are several stocked lakes for children.

The newly refurbished tennis court is only 5 minutes' walk away if you feel the need for a more intense workout. There is a key to the tennis court at the château. If you want to ensure you can get on you need to book a slot at the town hall or restaurant in town (approx. €7 p/h) but most people just chance it as it is rarely used. However, be aware that someone else may come along and use it if you haven't booked it.

The whole area is adjacent to the Cevennes National Park, which is renowned for its beautiful scenery and rivers - here you'll find an abundance of walks through unspoiled countryside. There is skiing in the Cevennes at Mas de la Barque and Mont Aigaoul – ski de fond (cross country) is the most common way to enjoy the area, with a little downhill and tobogganing also available. It's 30-40 mins drive to skiing at Mas de la Barque, and the reservoir at Villefort is 26 km drive away and offers a huge range of outdoor activities including pedalo hiring, kayaks, sailing boats, mountaineering, canyoning and potholing.

The area also has its own vineyards and free “degustations” (wine tastings) and tours can easily be arranged. The area is rich in beautiful towns with Uzès (61km) and the World Heritage Site of Pont du Gard (74km) – the Roman Aquaduct is also just over an hour away, and is a must see if you've a passion for history!

Alès is the nearest large town for shopping, and is situated 30km away. It has the usual hypermarkets, ten-pin bowling, cinemas and a hospital. There is also a doctor's surgery in close proximity to the house.

Walking – the enclosed estate is bordered by the River Luech and there are some beautiful walks along its banks straight from the château grounds, reached via a lockable gate. The river itself is great for paddling and skimming stones. The nearby village of Pont de Rastel is a short walk away, and is also incredible beautiful and perfect for exploring on foot!

Accommodation

Château Interiors 

Ground Floor

- The Garden room
- Office with Wi-Fi
- Entrance hall
- Large kitchen
- Vaulted sitting-dining room with huge working open fireplace and dining area (seats 12) and can accommodate 18 if needed
- Large living room
- Utility Room and larder with fridge (accessed via front porch)
- WC
- Large wrap-around terrace with outside dining table for 18 shaded by a magnolia tree and views over the pool and grounds.

First Floor 

- Primary bedroom 'La Roseraie' with 4 poster bed (190x200cm), walk-in wardrobe, en-suite bathroom with tub, walk-in shower and twin basins (separate toilet and bidet)
- Bedroom 2 'Cyrus' with double bed (140x190cm)
- Tower bedroom 3 'Emile' tower with single 4 poster bed (105x180cm). Bedroom reached via Bedroom 2. 
- Bathroom with bathtub, basin and toilet (shared between bedrooms 2 and 3)
- Bedroom 4: 'Eliane' Toile de Jouy-themed twin bedroom (each bed 90x180cm) with en-suite bathroom with walk in shower, toilet and basin
- Linen storage, accessed via external staircase (can be set up as twin bedroom on request)

Second Floor

- Bedroom 5 'La Chambre Bleue': double bed (140x190cm) with en-suite bathroom with bathtub, bidet, toilet and basin
- Bedroom 6 'Les Arums': double bed (140x190cm) with en-suite bathroom with bathtub, bidet, toilet and basin
- Bedroom 7 'Les Grandes Fleurs': double bed (160x 200cm) with en-suite bathroom with walk-in shower and twin basin
- Bedroom 8 'La Mouette': tower twin bedroom (each bed 90x180cm which can be put together), located in tower reached via bedroom 7
- Separate toilet (shared between bedrooms 7 and 8)
- Bedroom 9 'La Moderne': double bed (140x190cm). This room is either accessed via the WC (shared between bedrooms 7 and 8) or via external staircase (via first-floor linen room and Bedroom 10)
- Bedroom 10 'La Petite Toile': Toile de Jouy-themed with twin beds (120x185cm). This room is accessed via the external staircase (and first-floor linen room)
- Bathroom with bathtub, toilet and basin (shared between rooms 9 and 10)

(Note: the attic roof space on the third floor is not accessible)

Outside Grounds (enclosed)

The château is set in 4.5 hectares and consists formal gardens with fountain and swimming pool area, including a paddling area for children. Reached via a lockable gate, the river Le Luech and its footpath runs along one boundary and is bounded by hills and a brook on the other sides.

The pool area comprises:

- Swimming pool (size: 16m x 6m)
- Kitchen (Cuisine d’ete) with dishwasher
- Barbecue Area
- WC
- Changing room
- Covered pergola/eating area
- Plant room (out of bounds)