General & History

This Château is situated in the heart of Burgundy, bordering the Morvan - a vast protected natural park, and near the finest vineyards of the Cote d’Or. The estate covers 4 hectares (approximately 10 acres). The view from the château is stunning over an unspoilt valley. The estate is hilly and comprises of forest, grassland, and a small lake. Up to 31 guests can enjoy a private swimming pool, tennis court, and a fishing pond on site.

The château was built in 1900 as a present to Cécile Sorel, a famous French actress, from her lover. In 1941 the château was sold to the Red Cross to be used as a hospital and sanatorium during the Second World War. Some maps – echoing that era - still show a red cross to indicate the château. The château’s own power station dates from that period where locally produced aggregates provided the château’s energy reuqirements. During the eighties the château was sold to La Vie Active, a charity organising holidays for disabled children and orphans.