Château du Bois de Sanzay

Saint-Martin-de-Sanzay, France

The Château du Bois de Sanzay is located in Saint-Martin-de-Sanzay, between Thouars and Saumur. According to documents of the Saint Laon de Thouars abbey, in 1487 the land was bought from the clergy by François de Beaumont, chevalier Seigneur du Boys de Sanzay. The central building was built in the 15th century, and additions were made in the 18th century.

Built using large blocks of tufa stone for some parts and rubble for other parts, the main building has high chimneys, three monumental gothic fireplaces, an échauguette, a chapel, and cellars. The domain also comprises a dovecote, a French formal garden, and a pond.

References:

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Address

Route du Bois de Sanzay 37, Saint-Martin-de-Sanzay, France

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Details

Founded: 15th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in France
Historical period: Valois Dynasty and Hundred Year's War (France)

More Information

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Rating

4.7/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Pierre Legeay (23 days ago)
Very pretty estate, with superb garden.

Lucie (3 months ago)
Amazing wedding venue, with lovely services and a lovely owner! I'm not ready to forget this day of September 21 ✨? I recommend! All our guests were captivated by the beauty of the place (even in the rain!)

Nicolas Blas (2 years ago)
We organized our wedding in this exceptional location, where everything was perfect from start to finish. This experience was also pleasant thanks to the help of Florence who helped us organize our event. Only good memories, which will remain engraved in our memory, thank you 1000 times!!

aaron reid (2 years ago)
Nice château, front lake was a bit green at low tide. We'll kept grounds

Floflo Juteau (2 years ago)
Excellent welcome, attentive to the customer, adorable, spacious rooms, for us everything was perfect, thank you Florence

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