12th-century Château de la Planchette

The Château de La Planchette is conveniently located 1.5 hours south of Paris (100 km as the crow flies), near Montargis. Built in the 12th century and embellished in the 16th century, this castle surrounded by water moats sits in the middle of a magnificent private enclosed park with heated pool. Possibility of extra beds. Up to 10 extra beds available in the outbuildings. For detailed questions, please visit our website. The space It is an 11th century mound that served as a support for a fortified castle in the middle of the 12th century. It was partly ransacked by the English during the Hundred Years' War. Built in the 12th century, it was developed in the 16th century with larger openings. It should be noted that the architectural styles of La Planchette developed over the centuries are in perfect harmony with each other. The Château de la Planchette on its square grounds is surrounded by water-filled moats; the small corner towers are from the 12th century, the staircase tower on the facade from the 15th century. It is flanked by two outbuildings: to its right an outbuilding from the beginning of the 17th century with its mansard roof; to its left, a drawbridge and a caretaker's house followed by a dovecote from the 17th century, of which all the wood including the rotating ladder are original and intact. The Architect of the Buildings of France believes that this dovecote is the 2nd most beautiful in the Loiret by its site and its state of conservation. Our work has been rewarded with a silver medal for tourism (15 awarded throughout France). Guest access The park, perfectly maintained and landscaped, is spread over 2.5 ha and offers many nooks and perspectives to peacefully admire nature and its fauna. A true green setting, it is good to stroll through the alleys lined with many species of trees including an alley of apple trees dating from the 17th century. At the heart of the park, a 9 m x 5 m swimming pool and a barbecue invite you to relax and socialize. To meet up, you have a TV lounge with an adjoining terrace overlooking the moat, a large dining room of 50 m2 with fireplace. The fully equipped kitchen allows you to unleash your culinary creativity and receive your guests. Other things to note The site is ideal for meeting with family or friends.