The Château de Saint-Maclou near Honfleur in Normandy dates back to 1604. The building is a listed national monument and an elegant example of Louis XIII architecture with ancient brickwork, edged with quoins (masonry blocks). The château is surrounded by dry moats in the centre of 17 acres of grounds.
One of the outstanding features at the residence is the 19th century baroque fireplace which decorates one of the rooms. It was built in tribute to Louis Nicolas Vauquelin, the talented chemist who discovered nicotine in 1809 and spent the end of his life at the château.
The Château de Saint-Maclou was recently fully restored and now includes modern comforts in-line with the authenticity of its history.
"The love of beauty, heritage, history and Normandy as well as the desire to share the values we hold dear. Carefully renovating the château to bring it back to life was of the utmost importance for us".
Arnaud and Géraldine Duchesne
The château's ' rooms were delicately decorated and offer cosy, comfortable beds in peaceful settings. Fresh, local produce for breakfast served in one of the castle's through halls
and a cottage for 4 people (2 adults and 2 children) can also be rented.
Orange room: for 2 - from €250.
Horse room: for 2 - from €250.
Navy Blue room: for 2 - from €220.
Green room: for 2 - from €220.
Gîte: 4 people (2 adults and 2 children) - from €150.