| There's something quite special about staying in a | | | | be first faced with the difficult choice of |
| chateaux while enjoying your luxury holiday. If this | | | | accommodation - an ornate junior suite, or the |
| sounds like something that appeals to you, here | | | | spacious deluxe room? Whichever of the 65 |
| are our pick of the Top 5 Chateaux Experiences. | | | | rooms you decide upon, you'll be guaranteed |
| 1. Chateau de Camperos, France | | | | modern facilities amongst beautiful linen and decor. |
| This fairytale style chateau, located just near | | | | Explore the grounds of the chateau for a |
| Bordeaux, France, provides guests with a unique | | | | wonderland experience, or venture out further, |
| adventure in the middle of wine country, offering | | | | where there are nearby luxury tour activities of |
| its services primarily as a bed and breakfast | | | | hot air ballooning and horse riding. |
| facility. Choose from a range of exclusive rooms | | | | After a hard day of fun, return to the chateau |
| on offer, from the White Room (with a cherub | | | | restaurant for a gourmet feast at the renowned |
| theme and overlooking gorgeous vineyards), to | | | | "Origan" restaurant, located within the building. |
| the Indian Room (outfitted with exotic oriental | | | | 4. Chateau d'Esclimont, France |
| furniture) to the Seaside Room (to remind guests | | | | Found near Versailles, Chateau d'Esclimont is a |
| of the nearby sea), each exquisite to behold and | | | | structure of romantic proportions - embedded in a |
| furnished with all the comforts needed for those | | | | 60 hectare park, comprised of traditional turrets |
| enjoying a luxury holiday in France. | | | | and towers, and surrounded by gently lapping |
| Outside lies a heated swimming pool and Jacuzzi | | | | water. Cross the bridge over the moat and enter |
| for those wishing to laze about in the pleasant | | | | a world of beauty and charm. Stay in deluxe |
| outdoors. Visitors can also stroll around the vast | | | | suites fitted out with the most comfortable |
| parklands or spend some time in the chateau | | | | bedding around. |
| sauna. Alternatively, travel around the nearby | | | | Around the chateau, there are endless walking |
| region to take advantage of wine and cheese | | | | trails available to wander down, bicycle riding and |
| tastings, and return to your chateau at night! | | | | canoeing on offer. Nearby, visitors can take a |
| 2. Chateau d'Etoges, France | | | | helicopter flight or experience the wonder of a |
| Complete with a water filled moat, the French | | | | hot air balloon ride. One of the best luxury |
| Chateau d'Etoges is one you won't forget in a | | | | holidays in France, those interested will need to |
| hurry! Built in the 1600s, this elaborate building will | | | | book well in advance! |
| provide you with every little luxury you could | | | | 5. Chateau de Divonne, France |
| need. Choose from 28 finely decorated rooms of | | | | Not only is it architecturally magnificent, elegant |
| deluxe furniture and historical antiques. For a real | | | | and surrounded by picturesque parklands, but the |
| treat, book into a "Privilege Room" that offers | | | | Chateau de Divonne is also uniquely placed against |
| guests a private bath for a relaxing soak and | | | | the spectacular backdrop of the Mont-Blanc |
| gorgeous views out to the parklands. | | | | Mountain Range and nearby Lake Geneva, making |
| Around the property there are endless options | | | | it a haven for nature lovers. Guests who stay |
| for leisure. Take a boat to paddle around the | | | | have their choice of suites and rooms with |
| moat and throw out a fishing line. Take a stroll | | | | spectacular views to the alps or parkland. Rooms |
| through the parklands (there's 20 acres on offer), | | | | of course are furnished with high quality linen and |
| or hire a croquet set to have some fun with a | | | | furniture. |
| loved one. Play the piano, or ask the staff at the | | | | The restaurant and bar offer the best in food and |
| chateau to organise a champagne tasting for you. | | | | wine, also providing an intimate ambience. For a |
| Whatever you want, chances are that the | | | | special treat, guests can dine on the terrace |
| Chateau d'Etoges, specialists in luxury travel, will | | | | overlooking the mountain ranges in the distance. |
| have it on offer for you. | | | | Visitors will be close to an array of recreational |
| 3. Chateau d'Artigny, France | | | | activities: take a luxury cruise on the Geneva |
| Built of white stone, set on 25 hectares of pristine | | | | River, go skiing just 20 kilometres away or try |
| parkland and dazzling French gardens, Chauteau | | | | your luck at the nearby casino. Also available are |
| d'Artigny delivers everything its beauty promises. | | | | tree adventures and an 18 hole golf course |
| Located in the Loire Valley of France, visitors will | | | | located on the chateau premises. |