🏰 Private Château for 30–79 guests: nature & fireplaces

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Interior
Outdoor dining
Sports court
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Unknown, Pays de la Loire
  • Place, St Peter's Abbey of Solesmes
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Bugatti Circuit
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Place, Circuit de la Sarthe
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Airport, Le Mans (LME-Arnage)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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About the area

Fontenay-sur-Vègre

With a stay at this castle in Fontenay-sur-Vègre, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Church of St Peter - St Paul and St Peter's Abbey of Solesmes. .This castle is 22.2 mi (35.8 km) from Zoo de la Fleche and 25.8 mi (41.5 km) from Circuit de la Sarthe.

What's nearby

  • Lake Brulon - 11 min drive - 8.2 km
  • St Peter's Abbey of Solesmes - 12 min drive - 12.1 km
  • 24 Hours of Le Mans Museum - 36 min drive - 48.0 km
  • Bugatti Circuit - 38 min drive - 49.4 km
  • Circuit de la Sarthe - 38 min drive - 49.4 km

Getting around

  • Noyen-sur-Sarthe Station - 19 min drive
  • Le Mans (LME-Arnage) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Terrasse - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪VandB - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Chevallier - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Gonzalez-bouis - ‬6 min drive

About this property

🏰 Private Château for 30–79 guests: nature & fireplaces

Summary:
Welcome to the Domaine de Fontenay !

Experience the unique charm of a recently restored medieval château, set in the heart of a 12-hectare park with a river, natural beach, and unforgettable activities.

Just 1h20 from Paris, it’s the perfect setting for holidays, reunions, celebrations, or corporate events.

The Space:
🛏️ The Accommodation

An enchanting setting, a convivial spirit, and a place steeped in history — privatize this extraordinary château for a charming, festive, and tailor-made stay.

👥 Capacity & Privatization

* Exclusive, private access to the château and its park
* Rate valid for 30 guests
* Capacity up to 79 guests with our partner guesthouse just 5 minutes away — by car or even by boat!
* Perfect for: family reunions, milestone birthdays, get-togethers with friends, bachelor/bachelorette weekends, wellness retreats, or corporate events
* All-in-one support: Louis-Henri, your dedicated host, will help you organize a seamless stay adapted to your group

🌞 Amenities for Every Taste

* Natural swimming area in the river (ideal in spring/summer)
* Private beach with guinguette bar and lounge areas
* Medieval pizza oven, giant fire pit (80 pax), wine cellar
* 4,000 m² of gardens, 2 hectares of meadow, large sunny terrace
* Spacious covered reception hall for banquets or bad-weather backup

🎲 Activities Included On-Site

* Outdoor games: pétanque, molkky, croquet, soccer, rugby, volleyball, ping-pong, basketball, Breton shuffleboard
* Leisure: boating and paddleboarding, fishing, bikes, home cinema, karaoke, music quiz, board games
* Great meals ahead: fire pit cooking, raclette & fondue sets, barbecue
* Included equipment: 500W speaker, giant screen, projector, firewood, and other surprises

🍽️ Facilities

* Fully equipped kitchen + vintage tableware (80 place settings)
* Sheets & towels included (for 30 guests), beds made upon arrival
* 10 bathrooms with toiletries & hairdryers
* Each living room features its own fireplace for cozy winter evenings

🗓️ Booking Conditions

* Minimum 2 nights on weekends
* 1 night possible on weekdays
* Summer: priority given to longer stays

👉 Contact us before booking to tailor your stay to your group and needs!

👔 Organizing a Seminar or Corporate Event?

The Domaine de Fontenay is perfectly equipped to host your team:

* 5 living rooms convertible into meeting spaces
* Equipment available: screen & projector, flipchart, whiteboard
* Flexible capacity up to 79 participants
* Numerous team-building activities on-site (Olympics, archery, “Castle Lanta”, paddleboarding, etc.)
* Catering service & food trucks available

💼 Make your seminar a memorable moment in an inspiring, authentic, and welcoming setting.

📩 Request your personalized quote according to your dates and group size.

🎉 Optional Activities (with supplements)

* Archery, Castle Lanta, kayaking, yoga, pilates, fencing
* Showcooking, personal training, private chef, wine & cheese tasting
* Horseback rides, electric bike tours, local discoveries
* Solesmes Golf Course (15 km) – partner rates available

🏛️ Discover the Surroundings

* Château de Dobert (visit hosted by the Countess – historic link with Fontenay)
* Solesmes Abbey: a masterpiece of architecture along the Sarthe River, still inhabited by monks
* Village of Asnières-sur-Vègre: a medieval gem just 5 minutes away, ranked among the most beautiful villages in France

The Domaine de Fontenay is more than just a place — it’s a rare, warm, and memorable experience to share with your tribe or your team.

👉 Need a personalized quote, more information, or a quick call?
Write to us today — we’ll be delighted to plan your project together.

Interaction with Guests:
Through the app
A kitchen is outfitted with an oven, a stovetop, and a dishwasher. The bathroom has a shower and a hair dryer. Conveniences include a coffee/tea maker and a washing machine.
Guests will find features like internet access.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 8 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Toaster

More

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 3:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events are allowed on site
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation

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