Hi everyone,
We just arrived in Lyon and I’m more stuffed than I think I’ve ever been before after having had at least 15 courses (I lost counting…) in the hotel gourmet restaurant overlooking the beautiful city. I’m also incredibly happy to finally have access to internet again so I can update you on our little adventure through France!
We did an extremely quick search for hotels online in the car as we left England to find a hotel nearby Calais which is the first French city you come to when crossing the boarder. We found one nearby Rouen which is kind of half way to Paris so we decided to power on to that hotel hoping for the best without having read anything or seen any pictures. As we came into the region of Bordeaux in the middle of the night we drove through so many incredible villages, and with Christmas decorations hanging on every corner and in every street it was truly magical to drive through! We reached the hotel totally exhausted at about 01.00, and having hoped for adequate, this chateaux was beyond all expectations and totally blew our minds. Hello winter wonderland!! How lucky! :D
Doggie house in the garden.. how cute! I think Linus was a little surprised by my overly excited state….
We got our own little cottage right in the end with a little garden in front. It was so beautiful!! Here is the entrance:
Such a cozy fire place in the cottage! Love it!
They know their visitors.. Nespresso in the bathroom ♥ The view from our cottage:
Although beautiful and spectacular, I think the chateaux is even better during summer. We were the only ones staying so the service was impeccable (stuffed after breakfast would be putting it mildly), and we are definitely heading back again next summer. Imagine sipping on some wine in this paradise. The Chateaux is called Manoir des Saules, and is located in the village of La Saussaye. (Be prepared to not have any access to internet though…)
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Hope you’ve had a really great day, chat soon!! xx
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Absolutely stunning!!!! Love the French country side!!! Will have to make a note of this chateaux for next time we go cruising through the country. Glad you are posting about your adventures, as much as I love shopping, seeing pics of Europe and your amazing life always gives me a little motivation kick in the booty to work and moooooooove! :-)
Wow! Looks like a romantic place To stay!!
Omg! The chateaux is amazing! It looks like Disneyland! I live in L.A. So it’s only in Disneyland that we can see architecture like that. I must visit Bordeux someday!!!
15 courses? OMG. You need to tell more!! I’ve never had that many courses!! I would pop! :) lol
I’m glad you are making your way back safely. Linus is so cute. I feel like he keeps getting cuter by the day.
That chateaux looks amazing!! I can say that it would be awesome place to put on my travel list. I love the old cottage style. So cozy! The lack of Internet is hard but sometimes it’s nice to unplug and relax. I know I get caught up in technology to where I don’t get enough rest and relaxation.
Enjoy the rest of your trip! Let us know when you make it back to your home in Monaco.
Ps did you get my email I send?
Lots of love
Krystle xxoo
Linus is getting so big! He’s so fluffy and cute!
Omg it’s like stepping into a fairy tale! Love it!
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Amazing location, looks pretty beautiful and cute. :)
Happy Friday, Celina! <3
xx
*Hugs To Linus* His expression is so cute!! :D
And, really this place looks so magical n so so b’ful! I’m sure You Enjoyed Every Moment Of Yours Living There!:)
D BathroOm is So Wow! :D And, The Trees Are So Cute!
Oh yea, Hey To James! :D
What a beautiful place, like from fairytail. I was in Lyon with my mother when I was a little girl.
Greetings from Poland :)
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Hi Celina My husband and I are planning to go on a trip We are looking for a romantic destination. The options are the following : Turkey or Espana Which destination do you recommend ? You can also recommend other destinations :) Thank you for the answer
Så stor Linus har blitt! :)) Høres ikke så verst ut å være de eneste gjestene på hotellet nei! Kos dere! Xx
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Celina! This is amazing wonderland :) This badroom and fire place…I see that Linus is a little bit confused (not sure that’s good word to describe). He’s probably thinking “what’s a nice place to sniff everything” :D hehe such a sweet boy :* Have a great day my peanut xx
It’s such a beautiful place! It looks like the village in Beauty & the Beast… ^^
and how cool that you were the only ones ;)
15 courses?! Yummy………I am sooo jealous. Also, sometimes it is good to go to stay somewhere with no internet access or phone signals. It allows you to properly relax!
11 courses! I would explode! It looks beautiful there =) little Linus looks like prince of the chateau
What a magical place to stay at! :)
Linus is a one big fluffy furry ball :) soooo cute!
This looks amazing! Nespresso in the bathroom!! :-)
The chateau is amazing and it`s in France there are a lot one most amazing than the other one..
Whou Linus is so cute .
Have a nice day Celina.
Stefania
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15 courses? I have never eaten a meal with 15 courses LOL. Everything looks so wonderful, like from another world. Enjoy!!! I wish i were there.
What an amazing hotel!! :-)
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Oh wow that place is adorable! That would be such a romantic spot with a loved one.
Linus is so big now! Oh my god, he’s gorgeous.
How perfect! The whole place looks magical, and I’m sure you all enjoyed it very much. 15 courses? Yum! I think I would have had to just eat a few bites of each if I wanted to make it through all the courses. I bet it’s beautiful there in the Spring as well with all the flowers that probably bloom.
Wow, så lekkert! – og så nespresso på badet av alle ting, hihihi. En liten moderne detalj på et ellers herlig gammeldags sted… :)
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J’aime la salle de bains!
Bisous!
Linus est trop chouuuuuuu!
Oh wow it looks lovely! it makes it even more magical with the snow laying there:)
I’ll remember that hotel if i ever need one there!
Wow!
I cannot belive that you i won this amazing gift. You have made my christmas extra special.
Thank you again
xx
What a gorgeous castles! It looks very warm and inviting. Love the dog house, how perfect for little Linus.
xo
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