About This Villa

This classic French château exudes both charm and comfort, set within an 18-hectare estate and close to pretty villages, historic market towns and the forested landscapes of this part of Normandy. Just off the much-loved Avenue Verte trail, this region is a paradise for cyclists and walkers or spend your time visiting Rouen, Dieppe and even the wonderful city of Paris!

With its elegant façade, 19th century Château Alphonse is an inviting holiday home with so much historic character across its entrance, grand salon and dining room. Built as a wedding present to the original owner’s wife, it’s been beautifully restored in more recent years and features six lovely bedrooms for up to 12 guests. Each bedroom is decorated in its own delightful style alongside comfortable beds and five well-appointed bath or shower rooms, four of which are en suite. The top-floor bedroom under the eaves is especially bright and spacious whilst there is a charming family suite with a king-size double, separate twin and shower room.

There are plenty of modern touches such as the gym, TV room and various games or simply spend hours in the glorious grounds with its roses, lawns and trees. Sip coffee or calvados on the handsome château terrace, prepare meals on the barbecue, watch children have fun in the play area or simply find a peaceful spot on a stone bench or wrought iron chair. There’s over 300 apple and pear trees in the fruit orchard, walking trails through the estate’s woodland and views of Normandy countryside.

Pick up delicious local produce at the twice-weekly market in the nearby historic town, only a 5-minute drive away, then pack a picnic and head off to explore some of the superb surroundings of this region. Normandy’s largest forest is a short drive away, ideal for long walks and other outdoor adventures with its towering beech trees. Be sure to stop off in the picture-perfect village of Lyons-la-Forêt, one of France’s classified ‘Plus Beaux Villages’.

Rose-filled Gerberoy is another idyllic gem nearby, once home to 19th century artist Henri Le Sidaner, whilst Monet’s famous Giverny is under an hour by car with its picturesque setting near the Seine river. Then there’s the maritime town of Dieppe, the iconic white cliffs of the Pays de Caux coastline, historic Gisors and atmospheric Rouen. Indeed, there is so much to admire across the Seine-Maritime and beyond before returning to the tranquillity of your romantic Normandy château.

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