£449 - £1034
(€500 - €1150)
Per property per week
Cottage, sleeps 6, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
Contact the owner
Contact the owner directly
Johannes Landman
(Advertising since December 2008)
Tel: + 33 (0) 3 26 60 62 09
Website: visit owners website.
Please mention French Connections.
The Hunting lodge, East Wing, summer time (1 / 37)
Living room hunting lodge, east wing (2 / 37)
Living room hunting lodge, east wing (3 / 37)
Kitchen hunting lodge, east wing (4 / 37)
Bathroom ground floor hunting lodge, east wing (5 / 37)
Masterbedroom hunting lodge,east wing (6 / 37)
Masterbedroom hunting lodge, east wing (7 / 37)
Children's bedroom hunting, east wing (8 / 37)
Third bedroom hunting lodge, east wing (9 / 37)
Third bedroom hunting lodge, east wing (10 / 37)
View from third bedroom hunting lodge, east wing (11 / 37)
Bathroom first floor hunting lodge app i (12 / 37)
Playground within sight of lodge (13 / 37)
Swimmingpool inaugurated may 2011 (14 / 37)
Swimmingpool inaugurated may 2011 (open) (15 / 37)
View from pool on east wing chateau (16 / 37)
Allee de chamisso. Entrance to the estate (17 / 37)
Villers castle, winter time (18 / 37)
Castle (winter time) (19 / 37)
Church-owls in rare beech tree in castle park (20 / 37)
The pigeonnier/pidgeon tower (21 / 37)
Extraordinary beech tree, winter time (22 / 37)
Rightside 0rchard; leftside grounds hunting lodge (23 / 37)
Vue on orchard taken from entrance (lions gate) (24 / 37)
Countryside! (25 / 37)
Table tennis (26 / 37)
Horse stable with new boxes (27 / 37)
View on Villers, the estate in the East, 15th century church at centre (28 / 37)
Over 400 years old oak tree "Louis XIV" at Eastern entrance of Villers (29 / 37)
Arrival at villers-en-argonne (30 / 37)
The estate of the chateau, forest pond near by (31 / 37)
Surroundings (32 / 37)
Sunrise in the argonne forrest and plaines (33 / 37)
Townhall of sainte-menehould, Christmas time (34 / 37)
The hunting lodge, East and West wing, summer 2013 (35 / 37)
Bella and her white guest friend, October 2015 (36 / 37)
Your host (37 / 37)
Unique Hunting Lodge on a Centuries Old Estate
A unique hunting-lodge, in the heart of the Argonne forest, on a centuries old estate with its hilltop Chateau, Pigeonnier and Park in the Champagne.
The hunting-lodge is part of an estate of 6 ha with a park and a XVIth-XVIIIth century castle on a hill top with beautiful views on unspoilt countryside and forests. The chateau belonged until 1904 to the family of Adelbert von Chamisso, the famous French born, but German poet (1781-1838), biologist, explorer and creator of Peter Schlemihl, the story of the man who lost his shadow.
The hunting lodge, containing 2 adjacent gites, the East Wing (sleeps 6) & the West Wing (sleeps 4) can be rented as a whole, with 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and 4 WC's, and two living areas, or can be rented separately: the East Wing has three bedrooms and exclusive access to castle park & pool,; the West Wing has two bedrooms.
Apart from the castle park, where also the swimming pool is situated, accessible for the guests of the East Wing only, the hunting lodge itself is surrounded by 3ha of garden and an orchard to discover and appreciate, and to enjoy the free collection of fresh sherries, plums, walnuts, apples and peers, depending on the season. This is at the exclusive disposal of both the guests of the East Wing as the West Wing.
Available for guests are a barbecue, garden chairs + table, long chairs.
There are 9 bicycles (children age from 3 to 17; 2 for adults). Several games, badminton, cricket, jeu de boules.
There is also a children play ground with two swings and a climbing tower (tour mirador), as well as a picnic table, at a convenient distance of the lodge, but within sight when required. As from April 2011 a table tennis facility of top outdoor quality with maximum safety for children and playback possibility for solo practice is available close by in one of the dependencies of the Chateau.
Moreover, in 2011 the old swimming pool at the park grounds of the Castle has been substituted by one at grass level, 5X10 M in size and 1.20M, respectively 1.80M deep. The pool is covered by a transparent telescopic structure of 15X7X1.90 M, that is easily removable during summer time, but allows swimming not only in July - August, but also in May, June, September and October..
The swimming pool is in principle only accessible for the guests of the East Wing of the hunting lodge, if necessary in consultation with the owner in case he is present at the estate. The guests of the West Wing have no access to this private pool, unless they rented the whole lodge (West Wing & East Wing)
The forest is at your doorstep. A horse riding club with manege & pony club is situated in the village itself, and simple water games are possible at the lakes nearby. The spectacular new municipal sport centre Aquarelle, with 4 pools, tennis, fitness, hamman, sauna and wellness parlor is in nearby Sainte Menehould, at 9 km.
For many more pictures and background information on the estate in general and the lodge in particular, as well as for reactions of previous guests, please see our own website
chateau-de-villers-en-argonne.nl.
Hunting-lodge, East Wing (Semi-Detached Cottage) is 40 m2 larger than the West Wing part (Semig-Detached Cottage) and comprises:
- 3 bedrooms located on the first floor. Master bedroom with balcony (19m2), a child's bedroom (12.6m2) with bunk beds and a twin bedroom (16m2).
- Upstairs toilet
- An upstairs bathroom (4.4 m2) with bath and encased double washbasins.
- The living room of 37.5 m2 with open plan kitchen of 4m2 and bar is, like all other living spaces in the lodge, tastefully decorated, with antique or high quality furniture.
- A laundry room (5.4 m2)
- A downstairs toilet
- A downstairs bathroom with shower and encased double washbasins (4.2 m2).
- As from April 2010 connection with WiFi system in the lodge providing TOOWAY access to high speed internet by satellite (3.6 Mbps / 384 kbps).
Outside
Exclusive access to the castle park and its swimming pool on the estate.
The hunting lodge was totally renovated in 2003, to the highest standards and respectful of original features including massive oak wood doors and floors, thick walls and double windows.
Apart from kitchen features already mentioned, there are electrical appliances like microwave, toaster, waterheather, coffee machine, pressurecooker and a french fries cooker (friteuse).
For children there are various family games like monopoly, and different card plays, but also chess, video's, DVD's, books, comic strips. 7 children bikes (age 3 - 17) and 2 adult bikes are available.
The estate is situated on a hill overlooking the Valley of the river Aisne. At the entrance of a village or about 250 inhabitants. There is a very good and extremely cheap village restaurant nearby. The baker passes by the huntinglodge every day, including sunday with fresh bread. In nearby Sainte Menehould (9 km) there are several supermarkets, restaurants etc
The hunting lodge can be rented as a whole, with 5 bedrooms and two living areas, or can be rented separately. The East Wing part with 3 bedrooms is 40 m2 larger than the West Wing part with two bedrooms, and has a separate high standard kitchen. Moreover it gives exclusive access tot the castle park and its swimmingpool on the estate.
A paradise for horse riding, hunting (sanglier/wild boar, deer), fishing, cross-country biking, walking; water sports and golf at 50 km.
N.B. For Golf and Hunting enthusiasts
For Golf an 18 hole golf course, the Châlons Champagne Golfclub in Courtisols, is available at less than 35 km from the hunting lodge; and at 90 km, near Reims, one can find the well known Championship Golfcourse, Golf de Reims Champagne in Gueux.
For Hunting, this is the only region in France, together with the Alsace, where one can hunt individually (with a guide), in June, July, August and September. Collective hunting with dogs (on average 30 persons) takes place from October through February.
Local amenities
Nearest bakery: Baker Passes By Every Morning Except Mondays
Nearest supermarket: Ste Menehould (marne), At 8 Km Distance
Nearest market: Ste Menehould (marne)
Nearest pharmacy: Ste Menehould (marne)
Nearest bar: Ste Menehould (marne)
Tourist information: Ste Menehould (marne)
Villers En Argonne on the map
Property 150944 –
Nearby place of interest
How to get to Hunting-lodge East Wing (Semi-Detached Cottage exclusive access to swimming pool)
The estate is at a distance of 471 km from London. Easyest to be reached by car and channel tunnel Dover - Calais. Then continuing the highway to Reims and Chalons-en-Champagne, direction Strasbourg.
Access options
Car Essential, Public transport available
Nearest airport
The nearest serviceable airport is Paris CDG [CDG]
Stayed here? Add your review >
Excellent accommodation - a blend of traditional style and modern facilities. A week of hot weather meant that the swimming pool was enjoyed every day. The owners' friendly hospitality and local knowledge imparted a sense of joining in the French country style of living.
The only negative points were that care was needed for the steep, spiral stairs to the upper floor, and that the hired towels were barely adequate.
Guest rating:
This was the perfect setting for a relaxing holiday. The owners made us most welcome and the swimming pool, although a little walk away, was very well maintained and benefited from a retractable cover for the days when it wasn't so hot.
Guest rating:
| Property type | Cottage (Self-catering) |
| Bathrooms | 2 |
| Bedrooms |
1 double bedroom(s) 2 twin bedroom(s) 2 cot(s) |
| Occupancy | 6 |
| Suitability | Suitable for children, Suitable for the elderly, Wheelchair access, Non-smoking, Pets welcomed |
| Linen | Euro 9/person |
| Kitchen facilities | Dishwasher, Freezer, Fridge, Cooker, Ironing facilities, Microwave, Tumble dryer, Washing machine, Electric oven |
| Internal facilities | Central heating (electric), Daily maid service, DVD player, English satellite TV, Exclusive rental, Owner not on site, TV, Weekly maid service, Wood burning fire or stove, Radio, Wi-Fi Broadband Internet, Tea/Coffee making facilities |
| External facilities | Garden, Scenic views, Swimming pool (exclusive use), Barbecue, Courtyard |
| Activities nearby | Adventure park, Badminton, Ballooning, Bird Watching, Boating, Boules, Canoeing, Ceramics, Fishing, Golf, Gourmet dining, Horse riding, Kayaking, Mountain biking, Photography, Sailing, Shopping, Sightseeing, Swimming, Table tennis, Tennis, Walking, Water skiing, Water sports, Wine tasting, Wine touring |
Changeover day: Saturday
Last updated on: 8th July 2019
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| Accommodation rental period | Price |
|---|---|
| 29 June 2019 – 30 August 2019 |
€1150 Per property per week
(£1034 / $1297) |
| 31 August 2019 – 27 September 2019 |
€750 Per property per week
(£674 / $845) |
| 28 September 2019 – 11 October 2019 |
€550 Per property per week
(£494 / $619) |
| 12 October 2019 – 25 October 2019 |
€750 Per property per week
(£674 / $845) |
| 26 October 2019 – 20 December 2019 |
€500 Per property per week
(£449 / $563) |
| 21 December 2019 – 03 January 2020 |
€750 Per property per week
(£674 / $845) |
Additional price notes
- Additional charges: wood for the open fireplace (20€), cleaning (55€), babycot (10€). Dogs are allowed, if well educated, at a surcharge of 20€.
- Connection with the WiFi system at the lodge 20€ p.w./3€ p.d.
- Between 1 October - 30 April a surcharge of 15€ per night is applicable for the (electric) central heating.
- NB During Mid season or Off season the change over day can be different from Saturday; minimum stay 3 nights instead of 7.
- For more than the weeks off season, special fees are applicable.