Saint-Symphorien-le-Château

An architectural jewel from the Renaissance period, the Chateau d'Esclimont welcomes you with the magnificent moats and ponds of the ?jardins a la francaise' - an atmosphere transporting our guests to stories of bygone times. Benefit from the serene calm exuded by the Chateau; all only a few steps from Paris. Be overwhelmed by the luxury and impressive splendour of the mansion; the choice of rooms ranges from pleasant ?Classique' through to delightful ?Deluxe', to the splendorous ?Suite Exclusive'. Each room has been decorated with a unique charm by the lady of the house/proprietress. The exquisite culinary delights of our chef Eric Lurthy, combined with an abundant choice of fine wines from our chef Sommelier (wine waiter is a bit prosaic) Johnny Couacault, will make your meal in our wonderful restaurant, ?La Rochefoucault', a truly unforgettable experience.

Château d'Esclimont was built for the Archbishop of Tours in 1543 and, since then, has been the home of aristocrats, statesmen and politicians principally because of its proximity to Versailles and Paris. Today, it stands supreme within a 150-acre wooded park surrounded by its moats and pond, the epitome of the perfect French château.

The interiors are superb examples of renaissance elegance where the old and the new coexist very comfortably. If you are visiting Paris, allow yourself time off to experience the serenity and grand indulgence of Esclimont - about an hour's drive south. The estate provides an array of sporting facilities including one of the most romantic settings for a swimming pool imaginable.

Traditional haute cuisine and a choice of over 400 wines from the cellar served in the magnificent dining room will transport you to new heights of pleasure. The memory will endure!

• 52 rooms and suites
• Minibar
• Hairdryer
• Bathtube
• Shower
• Lake or courtyard's view
• Direct phone line
• Alarm clock
• Cable TV
• Satellite TV

Gastronomic restaurant
Chef worked for La Tour d'Argent (Paris)

Regional products

Exceptional ceiling
7000 wine bottles with more than 350 references

General
Luggage Storage, Restaurant, Breakfast Buffet, Garden, Heating, Non-Smoking Rooms, Continental Breakfast, Free Parking, Terrace, Pets Allowed, Valet Parking, Bar, Elevator, Newspapers, 24-Hour Front Desk, Safety Deposit Box.

Activities
Walking, Table Tennis, Biking, Massage, Outdoor Swimming Pool, Mini Golf, Horse Riding, Cycling, Tennis Court.

Services
Souvenirs/Gift Shop, Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Room Service, Dry Cleaning, Shoe Shine, Bridal Suite, Fax/Photocopying, Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN, Internet Services, Bicycle Rental, Breakfast in the Room, Babysitting/Child Services, Laundry, Ironing Service, Packed Lunches.

Location
Countryside, Park, Lake, , Forest.

By car
From Paris: motorway A13 by Pont St Cloud, N10 > 5 km after Ablis, direction St-Symporien on the roght or motorway A10, motorway 11 (direction Chartres) exit Ablis or N10. Parking for cars and bus.
Codes GPS: 48°31"23' - 001°46"06' East

By plane
Paris airports: Orly à 50km by the motorway A10 and A11. Roissy Charles de Gaulle at 80km.

By train
Railway Paris-Montparnasse, go out at Rambouillet (18km). Railway of Austerlitz, go out at Auneau (8km).