This 16th century Chateau, surrounded by a moat and a 150 acre park with a lake, was the home of La Rochefoucauld family.It is very sought after, especially for its magnificent reception rooms. Is a romantic stop less than one hour from Paris, between the Chateau de Versailles and the Cathedral of Chartres.
History
In 1543, in the hollow of the valley of the Domaine d'Esclimont, Etienne de Poncher, Archbishop of Tours, had a chateau built. Philippe Hurault, Comte de Cheverny, became its owner in 1580.
The death of the last descendant of the Counts of Cheverny generated the sale of the chateau to Claude de Bullion, Counsellor to Parliament under Henry IV, in 1639. The Chateau d'Esclimont ceased to belong to the Bullion family in 1746, through the marriage of Josephine Hortense with Guy-Andre de Montmorency, Duke of Laval, who was to become a Marshal of France.
The Chateau was handed down in the Montmorency-Laval family until 1807 when its owner married Louis Francois Sosthone de la Rochefoucauld-Doudeauville. Laure de Mailly-Nesle was to be the final owner up to its sale in 1981 to Les Grandes Etapes Francaises.
By Road:
- Paris: Motorway A13-12 at the Pont de Saint-Cloud or A10-11, direction Chartres, exit Ablis, or take the NI0
- Ablis, continue 3 miles on the N10 and turn right towards St-Symphorien
- Car Parks for Cars and coaches.
- By rail: Rambouillet 11 miles
By Air:
- Paris Airports: Only 31 miles on the A10 and A11 - Roissy-Charles de Gaulle: 50 miles.
- Helipad on the Estate.
Olivier Dupart, welcomes you to Restaurant, La Rochefoucault. Olivier Dupart was Chef de Partie at the Restaurant Lucas Carton 3 Michelin stars for 2 years with Alain Senderens, then Assistant Head Chef for 2 years at the Relais du Parc 3 Michelin stars with Joil Robuchon. He has been the Head Chef at the Chateau d'Esclimont since 14th April 1997.
The Restaurant is in 18th century style and can seat a total of 50 people. Its classical cuisine is adapted to today's tastes and to the subtle flavours provided by the natural products.
Specialities: Dublin prawns baked with tarragon, tomato Tatin with basil and ravioli stuffed with ash-coated goats' cheese. Burbot steak bouillabaisse style, vegetable conserve with accompanying rouille sauce. Roast mignon of veal, smoked meat and finely chopped ratatouille pie with parmesan cheese. Orange-flavoured Dacquoise, creme brulee with liquorice and milk ice cream.
Leisure
- At the hotel
- 2 tennis courts
- Open air, heated swimming pool
- "Espace Golf" ,pitch & putt, 3 practice greens
- Lake, fishing, canoeing, cycling, botanical walks, fitness circuits
- Health track
- Table tennis
- Musical and theme evening at the Chateau
Neardy
- Horse Riding
- Archery
- Quad
- Aerial visit of the region in a Hot air Ballon
The Château d'Esclimont has 52 rooms of 5 different categories, from the most elegant apartment to the most delightful room including a exclusive suite, junior suites, "Deluxe", "Traditional" and "Standard" rooms, located in the Château or just next door in one of the lodges which are rich in history: the Trianon, the Tour des Gardes and the Pavillon des Trophées.
All the rooms are elegantly decorated in keeping with their location and enjoy modern comforts. They offer pleasant view over the park and its ornamental lake, the courtyard or even the Château.
Junior Suite
Single story or duplex, very spacious, comfortable and tastefully decorated, the junior suites consist of one bedroom ( some with with zip and link beds and canopy) and a private lounge with sofa bed. The bathroom has a shower and a separate bath. They can accommodate up to three adults or two adults and two children. Wi-Fi access, min hi-fi system, mini-bar, hair-dryer, flat screen television.
Exclusive Suite
With its beautiful high ceiling, decorative fireplace, stylish furniture and huge four poster bed, the Exclusive Suite emanates a true fairytale castle atmosphere. All the more so because the view over the pond and the protected park is uninterrupted. It has a delightful private lounge with sofa bed and a splendid black marble bathroom with separate shower and bath. It can accommodate up to five adults or two adults and three children. Wi-Fi access, hi-fi system, mini-bar, hair-dryer, flat screen television (cable).
Standard Room
Mainly located in the lodges, which are rich in history : The Trianon, the Tour des Gardes and the Pavillon des Trophées, most offer a romantic view of the Château. They have a queen-sized or twin beds and bathroom with bath and separate toilet. Wi-Fi access, mini-bar, hair-dryer, flat screen television.
Traditional Room
Warm and more spacious, they are divided between the Tour des Gardes, the Pavillon des Trophées, the Trianon and the Château. They all offer different views over the French style gardens, the park, the pond and can accommodate up to two people. Wi-Fi access, mini-bar, hair-dryer, flat screen television.
Deluxe Room
Comfortable, generously sized rooms, they are almost all located in the Château. Their decor is sophisticated and their view varied, including views of the park, courtyard, lodges. They can accommodate up to three adults or two adults and two children. Wi-Fi access, mini-bar, hair-dryer, flat screen television.
