Tradition and modernity at the Château de Cols

Nestled in a park with a magnificent water lily pond and swimming pool, this fourteenth-century château is located in the heart of Cantal in Auvergne. With room for up to 14 people, it's the ideal place for a family celebration or holiday with friends. An ideal base for exploring the surrounding area or simply relaxing. Staycation at its best! The space Built in the 14th century, the Château de Cols is located in the heart of the Chestnuthein des Cantal.  You will reach your refuge via a private access road. It is a wonderful quiet environment in the middle of a beautiful, almost 2 acre park with old trees, an unfenced water lily pond, a private heated swimming pool and a small chapel.   The total of about 700 square meters of living and usable space of the chateau is as follows:   Ground floor:  Here is the very large, fully equipped kitchen with a 5 m long table, a gas stove and 2 electric ovens, large fridge/freezer and the dishwasher.  On request, the services of private cooks can be organized. In addition, on the ground floor is the dining room, a living room with large sofa landscape and flat screen TV as well as a Sonos music streaming system and Wi-Fi internet access. Adjacent to the kitchen is a bedroom in the tower, with a double bed and private bathroom with shower and toilet (golden room).    Semi-store:  Here is the bathroom with shower and toilet, which is used by the two bedrooms on the second floor.   First floor: On the first floor of the Chateau is the 75 m² master bedroom with stunning views over the garden. The suite is equipped with a large double bed, a lounge area with 89 inch flat screen TV and stereo system, spacious dressing room and a coffee maker. The exceptional bathroom is located in the adjacent tower and is equipped with a rain shower, double vanity, toilet and towel warmers. (green room) On the floor there is also a bedroom in the tower with a double bed, private bathroom with bathtub and toilet, access to the office (white room) as well as another bedroom with a double bed, private shower room with toilet (blue room)   Second floor:   On the second floor there is plenty of space for movement and games even on rainy days. The gym is equipped with jogam mats and meditation pillows, dumbbells and kettlebells as well as a punching bag. In the games room there is a tournament pool table (9ft) and a dart board. In front of here you enter the tower, which is converted into a wellness and massage room. Massages can be booked on request. In addition, there are 2 bedrooms on this floor in the adjacent grand piano. One of the bedrooms is equipped with a double bed and streaming TV (room Aspen). In addition, there is another bedroom with a double bed (room St. Moritz).   To get an accurate picture of the room layout, please note the attached floor plans of the Chateau.   The Chateau de Cols is the perfect base for excursions. In the more nourishing surroundings you will find numerous opportunities for activities: canoe and kayak base Vieillevie, hiking on the Cantal mountains, in the chestnut grove and on the Way of St. James (GR 465 at 3 km), discovery of the Truyère gorges, the Lot Valley and the Great National Site Puy Mary, visit to Conques, which is one of the most beautiful villages in France, and the characterful small towns of Marcolès and Montsalvy as well as Salers, a completely preserved Renaissance city. Once you are back at the Chateau from your excursions, enjoy the peace and privacy.   All beds are 180x200 cm. The large heated swimming pool measures 10 x 5 m and is open from 6 May to 30 September. There is parking for 5 cars on the property. Washer and dryer are in a laundry room accessible from the outside. Our caretaker couple will be happy to answer any questions or problems during your stay and live in the building in the west of the park. All shops and services are located in Montsalvy or Lafeuillade en Vézie 9 km away. Aurillac is 28 km away. On the parking property there is an unfenced water lily pond - children must be monitored - there is a risk of drowning.   Upon your arrival, the booked beds are made, towels, pool towels and tea towels are provided.  Gas central heating, water, electricity and wireless internet are included in the price. Guest access The entire place is at your disposal