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Welcome!
On this beautiful spot, amidst magnificent scenery, yet only a ten minute drive from the lovely spa town of Vichy, Hans and Helmi welcome you to stay on their estate. Castel Bois Clair offers three fully refurbished and restored barn conversions (gites) and two bed & breakfast rooms in the main house.
Set in 10 acres of parkland and surrounded by woods, you can relax and unwind in the gardens or by the swimming pool. Though rural, Castel Bois Clair is only ten minutes from the lovely spa town of Vichy with its historical town centre.
Castel Bois Clair has something to offer everyone. The rolling countryside of the Allier, places of historical interest, and lots of activities nearby for the sports enthusiast.
Click here fore more photos of Castel Bois Clair!
And click here for more photos in wintertime of Castel Bois Clair!
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Accommodation
The very stylish Vichy Gite (4 persons) consists of a living room, 2 bedrooms (bed linen included), bathroom with shower (bath linen not included), toilet and kitchen with refrigerator and cooking facilities. There is satellite TV, DVD player and wi-fi.
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The also very stylish Allier Gite (4 persons) consists of a living room, 2 bedrooms (bed linen included), bathroom with shower (bath linen not included), toilet and kitchen with refrigerator and cooking facilities. There is satellite TV, DVD player and wi-fi.
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The Espinasse Chambre (2 persons) is an en-suite room (twin bed, bed linen included) with tea and coffee making facilities. There is satellite TV, DVD player and wi-fi. The bathroom has a shower and WC (bath linen included). The Espinasse Chambre is situated in a separate wing of the Castel Bois Clair house with its own private entrance.
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The Vozelle Chambre (2 persons) is an en-suite room (twin bed, bed linen included) with tea and coffee making facilities. There is satellite TV, DVD player and wi fi. The bathroom (bath linen included) has a bath, shower over bath and WC. The Vozelle Chambre is situated in a separate wing of the Castel Bois Clair house with its own private entrance.
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The Auvergne Gite ( 2 persons) consists of a living room/bedroom (twin bed, bed linen included) with tea and coffee making facilities and a refrigerator. There is satellite TV, DVD player and wi-fi. The bathroom is well equipped with bath, shower and WC (bath linen not included). The Auvergne gite is situated on the second floor of the Castel Bois Clair house.
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Prices 2010
Vichy and Allier Gite weekly rate:
Jan 1-June 30 and Sept 1-Dec 31 €575
July 1 – August 31 €675
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Auvergne Gite weekly rate:
Jan 1-June 30 and Sept 1-Dec 31
€500 (breakfast included)
July 1 – August 31
€600 (breakfast included)
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Changeover day is Saturday; minimum stay 1 week (can be flexible out of season, just contact us).
Daily rates Espinasse and Vozelle Chambre:
September 1 – Dec 31 and Sept 1-Dec 31
€60 (breakfast included)
July 1 – August 31
€70 (breakfast included)
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Included:
Electricity, water and heating and use of wifi (with your own laptop).
Bathroom towels are provided in the Chambres,
however no towels are provided in the Gites.
Breakfast is served at 8.30 for guests in the Vozelle and Espinasse Chambre as well as the Auvergne Gite.
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Payment:
When a reservation is made we ask for a down payment of 30% and a security deposit of €100 to be paid within 7 days after receipt of the invoice. After receipt of the down payment and security deposit, you will receive an e-mail confirming the down payment and reservation. The remainder of the rental cost (70%) must be paid 4 weeks prior to your stay. Click here for terms of condition.
Further information:
* Twice a week Helmi serves dinner in the lovely garden or dining room (€19,50 p/p, inclusive of 0,5 litre of wine) which the guests can join if they want to. We are happy to cook for you, but also encourage you to enjoy the wide variety of excellent restaurants in Vichy.
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The area
Click here for more photos of the area.
Castel Bois Clair is well situated amidst beautiful scenery and countryside and yet only a short drive from town with shops and restaurants.
One of the main attractions is the city of Vichy, a town steeped in history, dating back to the beginning of the era when the Romans discovered the healing powers of the Vichy wells. These wells are omnipresent throughout the town’s history. There is fine architecture and the city has a fashionable atmosphere. Maybe that’s why Parisians call Vichy ”Petit Paris”. For those who already want to explore the town these links might be useful:
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For more information about the town of Vichy, the wells and spa click here:
http://www.ville-vichy.fr/
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For those who want to visit the horseraces:
http://www.courses-de-vichy.fr/
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Or who wants to see a opera in this majestic building:
http://opera.vichy.musee.free.fr/
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Only five minutes from the town centre there is a huge water sport centre where you can canoe, raft, sail, row, kayak etc.
http://www.auvergne.visite.org/FR/visite-vichy-aventure_4359.html
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Furthermore, there is a wide variety of restaurants, tea and coffee houses throughout Vichy. In the fashionable shopping area you can “shop till you drop”. There are two walks through town from which you can enjoy the architecture and history of this beautiful place. Adjoining the town centre there are major parks through which the river Allier flows. Vichy will astound you.
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Other cities to visit:
The following cities are undoubtedly worth a visit: Clermont Ferrand, city of Michelin and its cathedral built of black volcanic rock. Moulins is a city with lots of historical highlights and a beautiful town centre. Furthermore, there are some medieval gems like mustard town Charroux, wine town St. Pourçain-sur-Sioule with the oldest vineyards of France, however towns like Gannat Ebreul Riom and Thiers are also very attractive.
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Golf:
There is choice of golf courses in the vicinity of Castel Bois Clair. The most striking is the 18-hole course of Vichy on the banks of the river Allier:
http://golfsc.vichy.free.fr/English.htm
Another 18-hole course nearby is:
http://www.golf-montpensier.com/english.html
Other courses in the area:
http://www.golfdesvolcans.com/
http://www.golf-charade.fr/
http://www.golfdesavenelles.com/
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Walking and cycling:
In the area there are numerous signposted walking trails of varying distances which run through the hilly landscape of the Allier.
The quiet lanes make cycling very attractive, though because of the hilly landscape, a bike with gears is recommended.
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Culture and Nature:
There are several wine and castle trails which you can start from Castel Bois Clair. The Allier is known as an area “with a castle on every street corner”. A spin through the Gorges de la Sioule is magnificent. The road follows the course of the river Sioule. The Puy de Dome with its volcanic landscape is also within reach.
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East of Castel Bois Clair you can find the splendid low mountain range La Montagne Bourbonnaise with its Roman churches and unspoilt nature.
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Amusement parks:
Regardless of the weather, the amusement parks of Le Pal and Vulcania make a perfect day out for all of the family. Furthermore, there is the brand new swimming paradise in Vichy with its indoor and outdoor pools and saunas.
http://www.vulcania.com/index.php?id=2&L=2
http://www.lepal.com/spip/
For further information, your hosts are always happy to oblige.
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Contact and Location
Hans and Helmi Nelissen
Castel Bois Clair
03110 Espinasse-Vozelle
France
email: info@castelboisclair.eu
phone: 0033 470 566 827
gps coordinates: E 3.32490 N 46.13881
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