The castle park
Natural and landscaped
Left undeveloped for many years, the park was completely redesigned by Viscount Patrice Vignial. Drawing on old engravings and inspired by its history, its architectural heritage as well as the local bocage landscape, he restored it, over forty years, to all its harmony and beauty.
The different themes of the park vary depending on their location:
The medieval garden, with its old roses and aromatic and medicinal plants, has been restored to its rightful place at the foot of the ancient 12th-century walls. The formal French garden unfolds naturally among the 17th-century ruins. The romantic park once again showcases two-hundred-year-old trees of American origin: cedars, sequoias, tulip trees, and, above all, our star attraction, the giant white cedar from California, whose circumference reaches nearly 10 meters. The Italian garden unfolds in terraces before the neo-Renaissance façade of the castle.
The hedgerow species are also showcased around the pond and the old wash house.
The beautifully maintained park is an invitation to tranquility and a return to our roots. A gardener who has cared for the château for decades and is resolutely opposed to the use of chemicals, he now works to preserve healthy, fertile soil. Everything grows gracefully and abundantly, allowing us to offer our guests delicious organic produce.
Finally, a pond worthy of Monet's Water Lilies, and envied by fishermen, offers a concert of frogs at nightfall and invites lovers to a peaceful boat ride.
The park and its responsibilities Over the centuries
In medieval times, the castle was surrounded by a moat and walls. The lower bailey, accessible by a drawbridge, housed farm animals and merchants. The upper bailey, with its central well still present today, was reserved for the lord and his family.
Over the centuries, the castle became less defensive and more focused on comfort. The moat disappeared, as did the drawbridge.
The French Revolution brought an end to the castle's golden age. The infernal columns burned down a large part of the estate and the village.
It was not until the mid-19th century and the arrival of Baroness Alquier that the castle and its park came back to life.
At the beginning of the 20th century, outbuildings were constructed to house stables. The park then became a training ground for horses.
Let yourself be guided Through the origins of our estate in Vendée
The earliest origins of the castle date back to the 11th century. At that time, it was an important fortress, the tall keep and ruins of the walls of which still bear witness to this.
At the beginning of the 17th century, the Château was transformed into a magnificent and elegant manor house. Overlooking the Vendée countryside, it is situated amidst a landscape of hills, woods, and ponds, in a gently verdant and bucolic setting.
Our luxury rooms Near Puy du Fou
Treat yourself to an enchanting interlude!
Each room will be an invitation to step back in time; the magnificence of the marble hall and its grand 19th-century oak staircase, the suite of salons all in wood paneling and painted ceilings.
In the wing
Neo-Renaissance of the Castle
Suite for 5 people General Bonnamy
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2nd floor - Duplex -
bath -
5 people -
Large walk-in shower -
80m² -
Separate WC -
1 wide double bed (can be separated) and 3 single beds -
Park view
Suite for 4 people The Marquise de Surgères
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2th floor
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1 bathroom with WC
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4 people
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1 shower room with WC
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60m²
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Park view
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2 wide double beds (one of which can be separated)
Double room Baroness Alquier
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1er floor
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bath
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2 people
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Shower
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40m²
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Separate WC
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1 wide double bed (can be separated)
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Park view
Suite prestige From the Viscount
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1er floor
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1 double bedroom with 2 large single beds, each 110cm wide
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2 people
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1 bathroom with WC
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80m²
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Large walk-in shower
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1 living room with fireplace -
Park view
Triple room Bishopric
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2th floor
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bath
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2 or 3 people
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Shower
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40m²
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Separate WC
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1 wide double bed (can be separated) and 1 extra bed -
Park view
Our independent accommodations In Vendee
Featuring numerous buildings, the estate offers various independent accommodations for 2 to 15 people each, ideal for stays of one night or more.
Each outbuilding, annex or wing of the castle fitted out for our tenants will be an invitation to step back in time.
In 1978, my parents embarked on the restoration of this old medieval fortress, which was then in ruins. Despite the scale of the work, the whole family gradually participated in the castle's rebirth.
In 1995, fresh out of art history school, I moved here to develop the bed and breakfast with my mother, a former international public relations manager at L'Oréal. Thanks to this family venture and our passion for heritage, the estate gradually regained its former glory.
Today, after the death of my parents, I continue with the same passion this beautiful story of transmission and restoration.
I hope to welcome you very soon to our family property.
Sandrine Vignal
