Château de Busset - Busset, France
Château de Busset - Busset, France
Château de Busset - Busset, France
Château de Busset - Busset, France
Château de Busset - Busset, France
Château de Busset - Busset, France
Château de Busset - Busset, France
Château de Busset - Busset, France
Château de Busset - Busset, France
Château de Busset - Busset, France
Château de Busset - Busset, France
Château de Busset - Busset, France
Château de Busset - Busset, France
Château de Busset - Busset, France
Château de Busset - Busset, France
Château de Busset - Busset, France
Château de Busset - Busset, France
Château de Busset - Busset, France
Château de Busset - Busset, France
Château de Busset - Busset, France
Château de Busset - Busset, France
Château de Busset - Busset, France
Château de Busset - Busset, France
Château de Busset - Busset, France
Château de Busset - Busset, France
Château de Busset - Busset, France
Château de Busset - Busset, France
Château de Busset - Busset, France
Château de Busset - Busset, France
Château de Busset - Busset, France
Château de Busset - Busset, France
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Château de Busset

5-15 Keys8 Bedrooms16 Guests8 BathsView Amenities

Description

You will feel like royalty at this magnificent property.
Located in the heart of France, the Chateau de Busset towers and fortresses are an exciting attraction, featured in France's list of historic properties. Its extensive gardens and some areas of the Estate are regularly open to visitors.

During your stay - for up to 16 guests - you will have access to 8 bedrooms and 8 bathrooms, as well as immaculate living rooms and common areas, which bring together a spectacular collection of furniture and works of art from different eras! Wifi access is available in the dining room.

An architectural masterpiece which links the Middle Ages with the Renaissance, fortress and ancestral home - the Chateau de Busset is an eloquent witness of the fascinating times of French history.

This property is so unique and spectacular that you will be amazed at every moment by the many layers of history these stone walls contain!
Simple walks through the gardens or along the walls will be exciting journeys back in time.

The tower dominating the valley of the Allier river was a creation of its time - a feudal home erected to repulse attacks, defend its sovereignty, and protect itself. Its ramparts, whose longer side presents itself from the front, the straight moat-protected walls, the mighty keep crowned by galleries and battlements, and the elegant yet imposing Orion tower, still bear witness to that purpose.

Covered by an octagonal roof, the Orion tower (opposite) received its name from the constellation that the Knights of the Temple enjoyed observing from its top.

Tradition tells that since the end of the 15th century, the Castle has been the property of the non-reigning direct descendants of Saint-Louis.
The origins of the Castle of Busset resonate with the weapons of the Templars. Castle construction started at the end of the 13th century. The frescos that decorate the oratory of the southeast tower, probably date from the end of the 14th century, bear witness to the strong sense of spirituality permeating that house.

Staying at this authentic Chateau will be a lifetime experience!

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PLEASE NOTE

"Château de Busset has been declared a historical landmark. Given the property's vintage, it does not comply with today's building codes and/or regulations. All Guest Members, as well as any persons in a Guest's party, assume responsibility for any and all injuries sustained while visiting. Tripping hazards and the like are present everywhere onsite, inside the physical building and in other unoccupied areas of the property as well as outside the building itself, for example, by walls or ditches. Guests must not approach these areas under any circumstances. Children and vulnerable persons must be supervised at all times. Consistent with ThirdHome's terms and conditions, Guest Members, and all members of their party, shall be liable for any injuries sustained in all areas."


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Property Amenities

Pets Welcome Upon Approval | Not Handicap Accessible

Facilities
Chef’s Kitchen
Other
Fireplace
Washer & Dryer
Wireless Internet
Outdoor
Outdoor Lounge
Outdoor Pool



Property Details

Size

Estate with 3 Levels
8 Bedrooms, 8 Baths, 20000 square feet, 1859 square meters

Bedrooms

King, King, King, King, King, Queen, Queen, and Queen
16 Guests maximum

Nearest airport

Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport
2 hous by car

Additional Fees

Our in-house chef will take care of your well-being, serving directly in the castle kitchen. Upon request, our chef is there to serve you throughout the day. We kindly invite you to discuss with us in advance whether you would like to dine with us so that we can coordinate the menus and pricing.

Activities of Interest

  • Arts
  • Equestrian
  • Fish
  • Hike
  • Watersports
  • Wine Country
  • Enjoy unique French wines! Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes is home of 10 AOP vineyards, (Appellation d’Origine Protégée) including three world-famous wines – Beaujolais, Côtes-du-Rhône and Savoie
  • The region also offers an enormous cheese platter, twenty-one AOC (Appellation d'Origine Controlée) cheeses and two cheese routes.
  • Authentic French Cuisine: Don't miss the chance to sample the best French food from small restaurants or prepared by Michelin-starred chefs!

Places of Interest

  • Medieval fortress - travel back in time! The tower that dominates the valley of the River Allier was created in medieval times to repel attacks, defend its sovereignty and protect itself.
  • The Auvergne will surprise you with the diversity of its landscapes and its play and cultural activities.
  • Vichy (a 20-minute drive) is the spa resort par excellence! Other popular names like Châteauneuf-Les-Bains, Mont Doré, or Chaudes-Aigues, are the hottest in Europe, with water coming out of the ground at 82°C!
  • The Massif Central to the west of the central French city of Clermont-Ferrand (1-hour drive) is the first UNESCO natural heritage site on France's Mainland, and it's a paradise for walking and hiking.
  • Parc naturel régional des Volcans (1 hour drive) - La Puy-de-Dôme is a 1,465 meters high iconic lava dome, reachable in just 15 minutes thanks to an electric train that winds up to the top.




Reviews

Linda G.

June 2023

Once in a lifetime experience

This is a true castle. Unbelievable experience to follow in the footsteps of royalty. The host become your friends. The dinners were the best we had in France. this is not a luxury hotel, but a private, magical place with all the delightful quirks of living in an historic building.”