Château de Saint Paterne, Loire Valley

Description: Château de Saint Paterne

Set in a lovingly restored and maintained renaissance manor house, Château de Saint Paterne is a family-owned and run boutique hotel, surrounded by lush parkland and located in the heart of Normandy’s Orne department. At the meeting point of two of the region’s most interesting natural parks, this charming property is ideal for relaxing stays in this fascinating area of France.

With a large outdoor heated pool, and a 2.5 acre park with petanque courts, badminton, a ping-pong table, a tree house, trampolines and bicycle hire, Château de Saint Paterne has something for everyone. Other outdoor activities available nearby include tennis, horse riding, golf, canoeing and kayaking, or even ultra-light flights. All of the region’s most important cultural, natural and historic attractions are also within easy reach.

Château de Saint Paterne has just eleven rooms and suites, all furnished and equipped in magnificent style, and featuring a unique combination of the old and the new. Original antique furniture and architectural elements blend faultlessly with all the modern comforts guests will expect from a four-star establishment. Neither is fine food forgotten at Château de Saint Paterne, and the hotel offers delicious table d’hôtes dinners and hearty, healthy breakfasts, all based on the finest seasonal produce from Normandy and owner Charles-Henry’s original recipes.

Type of rooms: Château de Saint Paterne

Chambre du Maréchal Double Classic Room: Ancestral… XIX century French style with a collection of engravings by Horace Vernet. The bed is in an “alcove” and there is a large walk-in shower and a "cabinet de toilette". Bathroom with shower. Courtyard view. 1 double bed – 160x200 cm. 1st floor. Room size 21 sq m.
Chambre de la Terrasse Double Classic Room: Romantic… One of the sunniest rooms in the château. There is a mural of the château and great views of the park. "Trumeau" from the XVIII century. Bathroom with bath. Park view. 1st floor. 1 double or twin beds – 160x200 cm. or 80x200 cm. Room size 24 sq m.

Chambre Henri IV double Superior Room: Historic… The room in which Henry IV had a romantic affair with one of his paramours, Diane de Courtemanche. From the double bed in the "alcove" guests can look up at the original XVI century painted beams with Diane's and Henry's crests. Bathroom with walk-in shower. Private balcony. 1 double bed - 160 x 200 cm. Park view. 1st floor. Room size 24 sq m.
The Datcha Luxury Suite: Surrounded by nature… In the middle of the park, a dacha in larch wood with a private sauna and jacuzzi and its own outdoor deck. It has a living room and the bedroom on the mezzanine floor. Bathroom with shower. Park view. 1 double bed - 160x200 cm. (mezzanine). Ground floor. Suite size 25 sq m.
Chambre de la Tour double Superior Room: Provence style inspiration… Designed in Provençal style, there are Mexican tiles, and a ceiling with timber beams. Bathroom with bath and shower. Courtyard view. 2nd floor. 1 double or twin beds - 180x200 or 90x200 cm. Room size 33 sq m.
Chambre du Parc Superior Suite: Modern atmosphere in country style loft… A Room with double exposure with a view over the courtyard and park. Beautiful high beamed ceiling. The bathroom is on a mezzanine, with a Jacuzzi bath and shower. Bathroom with bath and shower. Park view. 2nd floor. 1 double bed – 160x200 cm. Suite size 38 sq m.
Chambre de la Roseraie Luxury Suite: Ideal for families… A magnificent suite recently renovated on the ground floor next to a French style rose garden with triple exposure and its own entrance onto a private terrace. Beautiful XVIII century "trumeau" and Louis XV fireplace. Bathroom with bath and shower. Park & courtyard view. Ground floor. 1 double or Twin beds - 180x200 or 90x200 cm. Suite size 40 sq m.
Chambre des Canards Superior Suite: This large family room is rich in period details. An authentic suite with wood panels from the 18th century. Ideal for families, a secret door leads to bunk beds that can sleep 2 children. Bathroom with bath and shower. Park view. 1st floor. Twin or double beds - 180x200 or 90x200 cm. Suite size 46 sq m.
Chambre des Mystères Luxury Suite: Original luxury… A spiral staircase of 52 steps leads up to the room. Designed on a theme of mysteries and curiosities, it also features a huge bathroom. Bathroom with bath and walk-in shower. Park and courtyard view. 2nd floor. 1 double or twin beds - 180x200 or 90x200 cm. Room size 46 sq m.
Chambre de l'Orangerie Luxury Suite: A beautiful, impressive view 50 metres away from the château… This is the old conservatory, with a wonderful high ceiling, surrounded by windows looking onto the park. Bathroom with bath and shower. Park view. Ground floor. 1 double bed - 160x200 cm. Room size 47 sq m.
Chambre de Madame Luxury Suite: Beautifully decorated and restored suite... “La pièce de résistance", this is a beautifully decorated and restored suite with a four-poster bed and a sensational view of the park and pool. Bathroom with bath and shower. Park view. 1st floor. 1 double bed - 160x200 cm. Suite size 55 sq m.

All rooms and suites feature: TV/DVD player; telephone; courtesy tray; hair-dryer; iPhone dock; Wi-Fi; safe; iron and ironing board. Suites also come with bathrobes.

Additional information: Château de Saint Paterne