Chateau Des Joyaux

About this property

This magnificent château in the Loire Valley is known as “Petit Chambord”, for its resemblance to the royal palace in Loir-et-Cher. Built in 1854, it’s now the site of truly grand weddings or special occasions, where guests stay in luxurious suites or beautiful rooms and can have daily meals prepared if you wish. Your on-site concierge, Cynthia, will welcome you warmly - ask her about arranging horseback rides or spa services (or both!).

For weddings, whether you hold your nuptials in the private chapel or in the gardens, this château's French Renaissance architectural details will make your photos unforgettable. The splendour continues inside, where masterfully carved wood panelling and hand-painted ceilings bring you back in time. Opulence pervades not only every room, but also the grounds, where the private lake is a romantic spot for a walk.

This is also a splendid venue to spend time with loved ones, perhaps for a special occasion when exquisite meals using the finest local ingredients from the Loire Valley can be prepared for you by the private chef. Various tailor-made packages can be created from a mid-week stay for 30 guests in the Château and neighbouring Gate House to a more lavish affair including the stunning 10-bedroom Coach House which even has its own dancing hall and bar. Everything from breakfasts, brunches and barbecues to gala dinners can be arranged to make your stay a truly unique event in the most historic and beautiful surroundings.

This holiday, wedding and events château is located only 30 minutes from the town of Angers, where you should tour the famous Cointreau factory. A ride on the TGV will bring guests to or from Paris in 1.5 hours. The Loire Valley is famous for wine and châteaux- since you have one already, set off in search of the vineyards. The wineries surrounding Saumur produce excellent sparkling wine...a toast is in order!

All price quotes are bespoke and on request and online bookings are not possible - please contact us.

The château is 30 Minutes from Angers, 40 Minutes from Nantes and 90 Minutes from Paris via TGV. The nearest airports are Nantes International and Paris CDG.

Local activities include wine tasting, gastronomy, and exploring the beautiful chateaux of the Loire Valley. The chateau is only 20 minutes from Chateaubriand.

Accommodation

Please note that Château Des Joyaux is not self-catered and there are no kitchen facilities for guests (cool storage is available for drinks and snacks on request). The private chef will prepare meals according to the tailor-made package you book.

1)    Château and Gatehouse (up to 30 guests, mid-week bookings only)
2)    Château, Gatehouse and Coach House (up to 50 guests)

Château Interiors (25 guests)

Ground Floor
- Entrance hall
- Grand Salon living room
- Music Salon
- Grand dining room
- Billiard room
- Chapel
- 2-bedroom Suite (for up to 6 guests) with four poster king-size double bed. Annexed with a tower bedroom with one double bed and two single four poster beds. Bathroom with bath and Italian shower

First Floor
- Suite with four poster king-size double bed and ensuite shower room
- Suite (for up to 3 guests) with four poster king-size double bed and adjoining room with four-poster single day bed. Has use of separate shower room in the north-east tower
- Suite (for up to 4 guests) with queen-size canopy double bed and bath tub. Ensuite shower room and adjoining bedroom with double bed
- Suite (for up to 3 guests) with four poster double bed and adjoining single room with day bed. Has use of separate shower room in the north-east tower
- Suite with four poster king-size bed and spacious ensuite bathroom with rolltop bath and walk-in shower
- Suite (for up to 3 guests) with four poster king-size bed and adjacent room with single bed.  Shower room with WC
- Suite with tall four poster king-size double bed, ensuite shower room
- Additional bedroom if needed (no bathroom)

Gate House Interiors (for up to 5 guests)

Ground Floor
- Kitchen and living room
- Bathroom

First Floor
- Large double bedroom with king-size double bed and single bed
- Small double bedroom

Coach House Interiors (20 guests)
- Dance hall and bar
- Double bedroom with queen-size bed and ensuite shower room
- Double bedroom with king-size bed and ensuite shower room
- Double bedroom with king-size bed and ensuite shower room
- Double bedroom with king-size bed and ensuite shower room
- Family room (4 guests) with king-size double bed and two twin beds plus ensuite shower room
- Double bedroom with king-size double bed and ensuite shower room
- Double room (3 guests) with queen-size double bed and day bed. Ensuite shower room
- Double room with queen-size bed and ensuite shower room
- Double room with king-size bed and ensuite shower room
- Double room (3 guests) with queen-size bed, sofa-bed and ensuite shower room

One Coach House bedroom is on the ground floor, suitable for guests with restricted mobility
Outside Grounds (72 acres)

-    Manicured gardens
-    Lawns, fields and woodland
-    Lake with bridges
-    Majestic trees and seating areas
-    Helicopter landing
-    Memorial Tower
-    Gate House