About us
The Chateau story
Our dream was to live in a French Chateau in the Loire Valley, renovate and restore it into its former glory and then open up the Chateau to guests. However, finding and buying a Chateau when you are living in Stockholm, Sweden, and have a limited budget, is not a task for the frail! It took us four years to find the ideal Chateau, and in 2020, we started our new adventure!
I hereby introduce you to Chateau de Montlinard – Welcome!
Chateau de Montlinard was built in 1789 as the family home of a wealthy landowner, who owned most of La Chapelle Montlinard and 40 hectares of farmland surrounding the area.
In 1840, the house was extended to include the impressive front facing building towards La Charite sur Loire, which was ordered by the new owner, xxxxxx, who was………..
At this time, the present wall around the Chateau’s immediate parkland was also constructed.
Today, the Chateau comprises of the main building, accompanying outbuildings, an English garden, and 8 hectares of beautiful parkland.
The Chateau is situated about 2 km from the Loire river, 2,5 km from La Charite-sur-Loire, and surrounded by some of the best wine districts in the World!
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Meet your hosts
David, Caroline & Chloé
An international family mix with David coming from England, Caroline from Iran and our daughter Chloé from Vietnam! With our previous home base in Stockholm, we now have our full focus on France, our business and Chateau Life!
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Background
The renovations
A lot going on here…….
Describe and show pictures
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The staircase
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Entrance
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Dining room
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Information
Facilities today
Free WiFi
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Free Parking
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Bedroom Comforts
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Dishwasher
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Washer & Dryer
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Pool
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Computer Station
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Printer/Scanner
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Coffee Maker
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Review
What our guests are saying
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Information
Activities & things to do
Take a look at some of the many activities available for families, groups and couples.
O-Parc
Adventure and activity park for the whole family.
https://www.o-parc.fr/
Venez passer une journée inoubliable à Ô Parc avec les enfants, les grands-parents, les amis, etc. Avec plus de 25 activités pour tous, petits et grands, c’est le parc familial par excellence. Des jeux, des activités, des manèges, de la détente: il y en a pour tout le monde. Emerveillement, émotions, rires et même quelques frissons seront au rendez-vous
Visit a farm
The Ferme des Barreaux is located in a rural setting, along the “Loire à Vélo” cycle path, between the wine-growing villages of Sancerre and Pouilly-Sur-Loire. Possibility to visit the farm and its unusual animals: African cow, yaks, llamas, zebus, donkeys, ostriches, dwarf goats, Scottish cows …
Plus combine with goat’s cheese visit
Loire a velo/canoe
La Loire est à elle seule un patrimoine naturel exceptionnel. Pour la découvrir, il suffit de prendre son temps avec le moyen qui vous convient le mieux : à pied, en canoë, à vélo… Il y en a pour tous les goûts !
https://www.lesbertranges.fr/index.php/decouvrir/des-lieux/les-incontournables/la-loire-sauvage/
https://www.loireavelo.fr/profil/je-pedale-en-famille/
and biking in the Bertranges Forest:
https://www.lesbertranges.fr/index.php/decouvrir/des-lieux/les-incontournables/la-foret-des-bertranges/
Wine tasting
We organize both wine tasting in the Chateau as well as guided visits to the local vineyards of Sancerre and Pouilly.
Goat’s cheese
Goat farming is an old tradition in the land surrounding Sancerre, so it’s no surprise that this creamy cheese will play a big part in your stay. The famous label is Crottin de Chavignol, made from fresh goat’s milk, of course, which gained its certification in 1976 and adheres to a strict rule book of local grazing, prioritising the well-being of the goats, and the meticulous care given by breeders. Each cheesemaker will create their product slightly differently, with varying flavours and aromas, but if you see the Chavignol mark, you know it’s the best and most local.
Track day
Now known as Circuit de Nevers Magny-Cours, the racing venue was opened in 1960, and from 1991 to 2008 the Circuit was home to the French Formula One Grand Prix.
Sancerre
Few wine regions today have the history of Sancerre. Dating back to the Roman times, Sancerre is a beautiful medieval village, surrounded by hillside vineyards, and artisanal producers devoted to their craft.
Sancerre is famous for its dry, mineral-driven wine from the Sauvignon Blanc grape and is a firm fixture in restaurants and wine bars around the world.
Medieval celebrations
https://route-jacques-coeur.com/agenda/fetes-medievales-de-sagonne-2021/
40 mins from the Chateau
