Le Chai Guest Cottage
Le Chai History
Le Chai was renovated by us in 2007 from the old wine making part of this building which dates back to the 1640s according to a date stone in the next door barn.
We have lovingly restored this whole building, retaining many of the original features, including the roof beams and stone walls. Some changes were necessary including double glazed windows & doors and insulating the new roof. Le Chai measures approximately 173 sq.mtrs.
This part of the building was originally used to store and make the wine from vines grown in the fields surrounding the Domaine.
The large entrance giving us clues as to the size of the vehicles used to collect grapes and of course to store the wine in barrels.
Ground Floor
Dining Area View
Ground Floor View
Dining Area View
We loved creating this open plan cottage, making entertaining fun.
Kitchen
Ground Floor View
Dining Area View
A fully equipped kitchen with a 90cm electric range, gives guests the freedom to look after themselves.
Ground Floor View
Ground Floor View
Ground Floor View
Lounge Area
Entrance View
Ground Floor View
These doors open to a beautiful terrace overlooking the River Cole.
Entrance View
Entrance View
Entrance View
First Floor
1st Master Bedroom
This is one of two master bedrooms with an ensuite shower room. Original features have been kept in the restoration to include roof beams and stonework.
Reverse View
Ensuite Shower Room
Ensuite Shower Room
This Shower Room is fitted with modern equipment.
2nd Master Bedroom
The Ensuite Shower Room
Ensuite Shower Room
This 2nd Master Bedroom features the original stone walls and roof beams, with an ensuite Shower Room
The Reverse View
The Ensuite Shower Room
The Ensuite Shower Room
Here we have decorated in a traditional French style.
The Ensuite Shower Room
The Ensuite Shower Room
The Ensuite Shower Room
The ensuite Shower Room is fitted with modern equipment.
1st Twin Bedroom
2nd Twin Bedroom
House Bathroom
House Bathroom
The house bathroom has a corner bath with shower hose.
The River Terrace
Alfresco Dining
Aperatifs or a quiet reading corner
Aperatifs or a quiet reading corner
This terrace is the perfect spot to listen to nature, it overlooks the River Cole, so you can hear the water running over the weir, just beautiful. In front are mature apple and cherry trees, plus a delicious Medlar bush.
Aperatifs or a quiet reading corner
Aperatifs or a quiet reading corner
Aperatifs or a quiet reading corner