Chateau Ridou Region: Champagne Guide Price: 2,165-2,289 per week Sleeps: 20 Image not readable or or empty typo3conf/ext/olivers_travels/resources/public/img/pdf-l Overview Chateau Ridou is accessed along a 3km private road in the renowned Champagne region of France. Beautifully secluded in the 2000 hectare Ardennes Forest, the chateau dates back to the 1600s, and is peacefully located in a vast valley. Chateau Ridou was built by Oranje-Nassau, using rocks from the mountain next to the château. The chateau itself sleeps a large group up to 18 people and, if the gites on the estate are also rented, the estate can accommodate up to 60 people. Facilities available on the estate include a tennis court, table tennis, fishing and petanque. Please note that you should bring your own equipment. The area around the chateau is a paradise for hikers and mountain bikers, and mountain bikes are available for hire. Guests are welcome to bring their own horse, as the estate and forest are excellent for riding. In addition to the chateau s own beautiful dining room, which includes an open fireplace, the estate benefits from a large reception barn that is furnished as a restaurant and available for hire. Chateau Ridou was renovated and rebuilt in the 18th century by the King of Belgium, Leopold II, who acquired the property for his mistress. The King planted exotic trees from the Belgian colony of the Congo in the chateau gardens, including palm trees, which can still be seen on the estate. The oldest tree is now more than 300 years old. Today, the chateau estate benefits from a superb collection of rare plants and trees. The oldest building on the estate is the tannery, also built from stone from the mountain next to the chateau. Good news! This property is available as a Vill otel Page 1
Yey! Wait what is that? It s the perfect combo of the privacy of your own personal villa, with all the luxury and convenience of a hotel. What s included? Breakfast, cleaning, welcome drinks and hamper, plus more! Check the Extras tab for all the details. Facilities Page 2
Interior & Grounds The ground floor benefits from an entrance hall with WC, huge sitting room with satellite television and VCR, attractive dining room with music system, and a large fully equipped kitchen with electric oven, microwave, dishwasher and gas range. Guests will also find a bedroom with two single beds and an en suite bathroom, ideal for the elderly or wheelchair access. On the first floor, guests will find three twin bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms and two large double bedrooms with king size bed and en-suite bathroom. On the second floor, one will find the dormitory-style bedroom with five single beds and en-suite bathroom and the bedroom for three people with three single beds and en-suite bathroom. one of the bathrooms even has a jacuzzi! Chateau Ridou has fantastic facilities for guests to enjoy during their stay. An outdoor BBQ, wonderful dining terraces, ample parking, tennis court, tabletennis, boules, swimming and fishing at River Meuse, just in front of the chateau there is a well know "voie verte" this is a 83Km cycling road. The swimming pool is only open in the summer. Page 3
Catering & Services Good news! This property is available as a Vill otel With a vill otel holiday, you can enjoy all these services throughout your stay: - Daily breakfast - Daily maid service - Deluxe welcome hamper with local delicacies - Welcome drinks for your group - Fridge-stocking service - Private chef service Interested? If you d like to book the Vill otel serviced option, contact us on villotel@oliverstravels.com for a tailor-made quote! Typical costs range between 100-250 per person per week dependent on requirements. Please note that all services are subject to availability and must be requested at the time of booking. At Oliver s Travels we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to babysitters we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver s Concierge Team who will be happy to help. - Wood box ( 10) - Party barn (cap. 40-60 - prices on request) Page 4
Location & Local Information The nearest airport is Brussels (120km) and Calais is 300km away. The nearest town of Vireux is 5km from the chateau. The Ardennes region is beautifully diverse, and a paradise for hikers, mountain bikers and riders, with woodlands, vast lakes, winding rivers and a variety of terrains. The river valleys consist of canyons reaching up to impressive green mountainous peaks. Towns close to the chateau include Namur, set around a 19th century Citadel and benefiting from excellent restaurants and great bars, Dinant, Rochefort, St Hubert, Bouillon, which is renowned for fantastic canoeing along the River Lesse, and Vireux, a super choice for restaurants, street markets and shopping. There are so many places to explore around the region: the Chateau and Abbee at Chimay, the Han caves, canoeing along the River Lesse and hiking in the woodlands. This makes Chateau Ridou a fantastic base from which to discover the region of Champagne. Page 5
Terms & Conditions - Security deposit: 500. This is paid on arrival and will be refunded in full after departure subject to damage inspection. - Arrival time: 16-18h. - Departure time: 9-10 a.m. - Energy costs included?: Utilities (water, gas and electricity): July-August = 50 per night / October April = 70 per night / Rest of the year = 60 per night. - Linen & towels included?: Yes - Pets welcome?: No animals allowed in the castle. Animals are only allowed in the cottage on demand, 10 per animal, per stay. - Changeover day: Friday or Monday, except July and August when it is Friday. - Minimum stay: 2 nights, except July, August, Christmas and New Year when it is 1 week - Smoking Allowed?: No smoking in the bedrooms of the property. - Insurance: Client Insurance of Responsibility: Required and to be sent after booking confirmation before arrival - Other Ts and Cs: The charges have to be paid in cash on arrival as the owners do not have a card terminal. - Tax: Tourist tax to be paid to the owner on arrival: 1,10/night/person 18+ years old - End of stay cleaning included?: Extra 160 - Other Ts and Cs: Wood box: 10 each (to be paid to owner). Breakfast, Additional Bedrooms, Party Hall: Prices on Request. - Other Ts and Cs: Wood box if required: 10 each. - Party barn: This is available for hire for 150 or free if you purchase your drinks from the owner. This should be booked in advance of arrival. Page 6