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Le Relais de Chasse, chambres & table d'hôtes

The Romans knew it long before we did. Life is good in what we now call the Nievre (s/w Burgundy).

History
Built in the 16th century as a hunting lodge for the Princes de Cleves and extended in the 18th century, the Relais was dragged into the 20th century by the local pharmacist some forty years ago. With a good eye for the original details she added modern comfort to the building.

The Relais consists of a manor of approx. 420 m2, an out building of 150m2, servants quarters and a large garden/park (10.000 m2).

Location
The Relais de Chasse is situated in between the historic cities of Nevers en Moulins and can be easily reached via the N7 motorway. Nevers is the capital of the Nievre (Burgundy), Moulins of the Alliers (Auvergne). Both cities offer a wide variety of shops, restaurants, bars and historic sites and are within a 30 minute reach.

Once this area was part of the duchy Burgundy. Hence the great variety of convents, cathedrals, abbeys and castles. Also this is an area of picturesque beauty and ‘pre-war’ peace and quiet.

And, lets not forget the wine and food for which this area is famous worldwide.
The Nievre is one of France least populated area’s. It is home however to extensive old forests, combined with sloping scenery, rivers and canals.

The valley of the Allier is a paradise for nature-lovers. Also, well worth a visit are its many castles and the elegant city of Vichy. Famous for its spring water and containing a beautiful 18-holes golf course dated 1908.

Approximately 20 km. from the Relais you’ll find the Formula-1 circuit of France (Magny Cours). Magny Cours has a 18-holes golf course.

rooms
All rooms have large beds, comfortable furniture, and a well equipped en suite bathroom. Colour TV, DVD-player and tea-making facility are available at each room. Roomrates from € 71,00 per night per room, breakfast included.

Food & beverages
Breakfast
An extensive breakfast (croissant, bread, boiled egg, marmalade, yoghurt, fruit juice and coffee/tea) is included in the roomrate. Breakfast will be served between 08.30 – 10.00 hrs at our ‘salle a manger’ or –if the weather permits- outside at the patio.

On request English breakfast can be cooked.

Table d’hotes
We serve a 4-course dinner (vegetarian equivalent possible) at € 25.00 p.p.. If you would like to join us please make a reservation at least one day in advance. You’ll be invited at the table between 20.00 – 20.30 hrs. If the weather permits diner will be served at the patio.

Wine & etc,
We offer a limited variety of wines and aperitives/digestives.

hamper & take-away lunch
When you are out for the day and would like to eat whenever and where-ever you prefer…. order a hamper or take-away lunch.
In the hamper you’ll find a baguette, French cheese, pate, sausage, smoked salmon or chicken, fresh fruit, a bottle of wine and water. Of course, plates, cutlery etc. will be provided as well.

The take-away lunch consists of a sandwich, French cheese, fresh fruit and a bottle of water.

Hospitality bar
In our ‘hospitality bar’ you’ll find a variety of wine, beer, water and soft drinks. We’ll bill you for the drinks at departure. This service is available from 08.30 until 23.00 hrs.