La Griffonière

The château de la Griffonière stands proudly in Bresse countryside, close to Burgundy. Built in red brick in 16th century and partly rebuilt in 19th century, the château combines French history with unusual accommodation (in the form of 2 gypsy caravans). Accommodation for up to 13 people on 2 sites, just 3 minutes' walk apart in lovely grounds. On one side: Jeannette, gîte on ground floor of château. On other side: Rhapsodie and Romantique, gypsy caravans. You can eat together either in gîte or outdoors. 4 bedrooms in total. 2 bedrooms in gîte Jeannette (double bed, French-style parquet floor) (double bed, double sofa bed, period cement tile floor). 2 other bedrooms in caravans. Romantique caravan: bedroom for 4 people (double bed, single bed with pull-out bed below). Rhapsodie caravan: 2 private spaces (double bed) (2 single beds).|Enjoy a dip in large swimming pool with secure access (gate with key). Relax in well-being Pod (book ahead). Pod with children's games room. Wooded grounds with cedar tree, orchard, arbour all open to occupants of gîte/caravans. The château de la Griffonière is near Macon, easily accessible (10 minutes from motorway exit) yet in peaceful setting. Enjoy a holiday in this delightful property with its unobtrusive and unpretentious owners, Isabelle and Gérard.