La Tour du Château de Fleury

LOVELY APARTMENT OVERLOOKING THE MAIN COURTYARD OF A CASTLE

La Tour Nord is situated in one of the pillars that form an angle between the commons of Château de Fleury and the ramparts. Overlooking both the court of Honor and the surrounding countryside, it was, in the past, the perfect place to observe without being seen.
From the apartment of la Tour emanates a genuine feeling which harmonizes perfectly with the modern equipment. The old architecture of la Tour, the warm colored wooden floor and the wooden beams will make you travel into the past, to live a life of a château during the time of your stay. Some of the slit openings that you can see in your apartment are in fact gunners used in the old days to defend the Château de Fleury-en-Bière from enemy attacks. If you have a passion for architecture, you will love the stonewalls and the ceiling “à la française”.

Here, everything is above average in size, be it the height of the ceilings or the huge fireplace without forgetting the size of the windows. To create an intimate space with warm and cozy comfort, Pierres d’Histoire has chosen very carefully its interior decoration. With the same theme as l’Ecurie, the decoration of la Tour takes you into the past evoking the elegance of horse racing courses.

  • Nomber of persons
    • 2 peoples
  • Area
    • Suite of 50 m²
  • Price
    • From 158€ the night
      2 nights minimum
  • More product
    • Bathroom
  • Outside
    • Shared garden
  • Setup & Environment
    • SUITE WITH EQUIPPED KITCHEN AND BATHROOM
    • EXCEPTIONAL VIEW
  • Near
    • CHÂTEAU & FOREST OF FONTAINEBLEAU, BARBIZON PAINTERS’ VILLAGE, GOLF DE CÉLY
  • Location
  • Included services
    • LAUNDRY, CLEANING, BICYCLES, HOUSE MANAGER AT YOUR SERVICE
  • A la carte services
    • DELIVERY OF PREPARED MEALS AND BREAKFASTS

Outside our walls

You’ve just arrived and it’s the weekend and you have nothing prepared for dinner? The Pizza de l’Olivier stands on the Place de la Mairie de Fleury-en-Bière every Friday till 9:00 p.m. The pizza de chef with an extra Brie cheese is really good.
Need to do some shopping? You can find all the food stores at Milly-la-Forêt but you should also know that a greengrocer can be found every Saturday till midday in the court yard of the school in Fleury, a five-minute walk from the château.
In Courances, Les Jardins de Courances is a must for local organic fruits and vegetables. The bread shop has wonderful country style bread but the best pastries come from Dardonville in Fontainebleau.

During the summer months, what you most want to do is laze around the small private garden reserved for Pierres d’Histoire guests. But then you could go to Barbizon and lunch at La Bohème Walk a little bit further on Grande Rue and you will reach directly the Fontainbleau Forest.

Love nature? Between the different rocks, the stretches of sand, ponds and moors, the landscapes, the fauna and plants there is a surprising amount of diversity in this forest making for continuous discoveries summer or winter.

Hedonists, check out the nearby restaurants : 77 Craft in Villiers-sous-Grez, Brasserie Ziegler in Nanteau-sur-Lunain, La Brasserie des Grottes and Brasserie Pachamama in La Genevraye.
Take a drive to the very well-known cheese shop in the region, from the Loiseau family who have been specializing in Brie de Meaux and de Melun for over a century.

And finally, don’t miss the beautiful walks in the unusual villages of Grez-sur-Loing, Moret-sur-Loing (home to Alfred Sisley), Saint-Mammes et Montigny that will continuously enchant you.

EVERYTHING TO KNOW ABOUT THE ADDRESS
  • Is there a parking space available?
    • Yes of course, you have a private parking space right between the hedge and Fleury’s castle grounds.
  • Are Les Suites accessible via public transports ?
    • From Paris, it is possible to reach le Domaine de Fleury by the  “R” train line to Melun and then hop on bus 14 until Sorbiers stop. It takes about 1h30. We strongly advise you to come by car to facilitate your moving around.
  • Is there a shop close by?
    • Yes, there is, all the details will be given to you by the house manager before your stay.

 

EVERYTHING TO KNOW ON A PIERRES D'HISTOIRE RESERVATION
  • How can I reserve?
    • You are interested in on of our houses? You can reserve directly on our website or by calling our number at 01 84 83 04 00. If you reserve directly through Pierres d’Histoire, we guarantee you the best price.
  • Is housekeping included?
    • It is possible for a daily housecleaning service if requested and if available for a fee of 25€/hour. If you stay longer than a week, at mid-stay the bathroom and kitchen will be cleaned with a change of your bedsheets. This is free of charge.
  • Is it possble to rent a single room?
    • Our houses have to be rented as a whole, except for Hôtel de Tingry and the suites of de Fleury.
  • Can I reserve for a single night?
    • You have to stay a minimum of two nights as the rent of our houses necessitates a high cost of upkeep in order to always maintain our high quality.
  • Does the price include half-board?
    • No, meals are not included in our service. Our kitchens are fully equiped enabling you to prepare your own meals. However, if you do not wish to prepare your meals, most of our houses have a local catering service selected especialy by us. Our caterers prepare the meals themself and work with local products.
  • Are animals allowed?
    • Yes, dogs are allowed in our houses for an extra fee of 20€ per dog.
  • At what time can I arrive and at what time do I have to leave the house?
    • The house is available as of 4:00 p.m. on the day of your arrival. Check-out is at 11:00 a.m. at the latest. On Sundays, Pierres d’Histoire gives you the opportunity to decide yourself your departure time (except for Hôtel de Tingry).
  • In case of a poblem during my stay, who should I contact?
    • There is no reception desk at the Pierres d’Histoire houses. For any problems or queries you can get in touch with the house manager whose contact number is given in the confirmation mail when you reserve.He/she can be reached by telephone should you encounter any problems and will answer any of your questions.
  • Can I cancel my reservation?
    • You can cancel directly your reservation on line or by calling us at 01 84 83 04 00. Cancellation is free upto 30 days before your date of arrival. Less than that there will be a cancellation fee (see General Conditions of Sale).
  • Can I change my reservation?
    • If you wish to change your reservation, please contact us at 01 84 83 04 00.
  • What means of payment do you offer?
    • Reservations are made on line with your credit card. Our site is of course fully secured. We do not accept any other kind of payment and you cannot pay on the premises.
  • Do I have to make a down-payment?
    • For all reservations we ask a down-payment. A direct debit pre-authorisation will be registered a few days before your arrival. The security deposit is upto the amount of the down-payment depending on the house, but will not be debited unless damage has been noted.
  • When will I be debited?
    • A 30 % down-payment will be debited when you reserve. The balance will be debited between the 2nd and 5th day before your arrival.
  • Am I insured/responsible if I break something in the house?
    • Should we note an important damage in the house or if the furniture is damaged by misuse or volontarily broken, all or part of the security deposit will be debited in the 30 days following your departure.
  • Do Pierres d’Histoire houses have baby beds and high chairs?
    • Yes, upon request we can provide a baby bed and a wooden high chair. Ask your house manager when you call . However, baby bed sheets are not provided.
  • Is there air-conditioning and heating in the houses?
    • The houses are heated (heaters and fireplaces or wood-burners) but not air-conditioned (except for Hôtel de Tingry).
  • Is there a television in the houses?
    • Yes, every house has a television as well as wifi access and speakers.
  • Is household linen provided?
    • Yes, we provide sheets and towels in all the houses.
  • Are the kitchens and bathrooms equipped according to modern standards?
    • Yes all the kitchens and bathrooms of our houses have been built and equipped according to modern standards and European rules.
  • Are the kitchens fully equipped?
    • Yes, every kitchen at Pierres d’Histoire has a stove, an oven and a refrigerator. They also have all the pots and pans and various utensils you might need.
  • Is there internet service in the Pierres d’Histoire houses?
    • Internet coverage varies. Some of our houses have excellent internet service whereas others because of their geographic location in the countryside are less well covered.
  • Is there wifi in the Pierres d’Histoire houses?
    • Yes all our houses have wifi.
  • Are the basic necessities such as toilet paper, soap, tea or coffee provided?
    • Yes, in every Pierres d’Histoire house you will find toilet paper as well as shampoo and liquid soap shower. In the kitchens, dishwasher soap, tea and coffee are provided.
  • Are Pierres d’Histoire houses accesible to a person with reduced mobility?
    • Our houses are not accessible to a person with reduced mobility because of the architecture that very ofen are old, the stairways are narrow, the doors are not large enough, etc….
  • Are Pierres d’Histoire houses child friendly?
    • Yes, most our our houses are child friendly. They have gardens for them to ran around in and explore. However, some of the houses might be less adapted for very young children because of their proximity to water such as a swmming pool or a river, or else there might be stairs. Pierres d’Histoire declines any/all responsibility in case of an accident. For more information on the amenities of a house, do not hesitate to contact us.
  • Do we need to clean the house before departure?
    • The house will be cleaned after your departure, however we do ask that you leave the house the way you found it. Garbage cans need to be emptied and the dishwasher run.
  • Do we need a car during our stay?
    • Our houses are very often in the countryside, in places that are calm and peaceful. To get to these houses, to be able to discover the area or to be able to go grocery shopping we recommend that you have a car.
  • Is there a bed and breakfast rate?
    • No, breakfast is not included except for Hôtel de Tingry where it is. However, it is possible to order breakfast ahead of time, when you get in touch with the house manager.
  • When is the swimming pool open?
    • Our swimming pools are open between May and end of September depending on the weather.
  • Is the swimming pool heated?
    • The swimming pools of la Marcotte and la Clairière are heated, that of Tingry is not.
  • Is there a barbecue?
    • The houses with a barbecue are : La Marcotte la Clairière, the 3 houses of de Ravenoville as well as that of le Moulin de Pézenas.
  • Do you do long term rentals?
    • Yes we would be happy to welcome you for a long term rent subject to availability. Do not hesitate to call us so as to discuss the possibilities.
  • How do I get to the house that I have booked?
    • Prior to your arrival, you will receive a mail giving you all the necessary informations including the code for the key box of your house

History

Pierres d’Histoire was immediately charmed by the old annexes that are the Ecurie and the Tour Nord. After restoring Poterne in 2016, the decision was made to exploit the potential of these annexes. They were rehabilitated into three exclusive suites, welcoming guests for what could be defined as an extraordinary stay in the heart of History.

The Ecurie with its orange colored stone vaults and its generous volumes is the perfect example of the exceptional architecture typical of the 17th century. The Vigie and the Tour, with their high ceilings, picturesque arrow slits and monumental fireplaces correspond entirely to Pierre d’Histoires’ vocation to perpetuate history by refurbishing these old buildings. The facades and the roofs have been on the Historical Monuments list since October 5th, 1951.

The Suites de Fleury were created in 2019. Located in one of the annex wings of the Tour Nord, facing the Château, the rooms where unoccupied and undecorated. Refurbishing took one year, with the ultimate goal of undergoing a complete renovation and yet keeping the spirit of the place untouched. The spacious volumes with the five meter high ceilings as well as their specific configuration had to be taken into account so as to create pleasant habitable apartments despite the immensity of the rooms.

The decorator, Camilla, bought objects and furniture, from Hungerford, a village in the South of England, renowned for its antiques. She also found antiques in the region of Fontainebleau.

Of course, the rooms have lost their original vocation but Camilla and Dominique Imbert decided to recreate, especially in the Ecurie, a stall inspired from drawings found in architecture books dating back to the 18th century. They tried to preserve the style of the place, in keeping with the original drawings.
At the Vigie and the Tour, stone walls that created a rather austere atmosphere have been rendered welcoming with big panels of fabric.

During the troubles of the Fronde, Brie and the coast of the Marne were destructed by the Lorrains who came to the aid of the rebellious.

Cardinal de Richelieu resided here, having particular feelings for Fleury and the serenity of its gardens. He also escaped a plot conspired by the Duchesse de Chevreuse. She was well known for her engagement against the politics of the influential cardinal. It is said that the cardinal then ran away on horse to Fontainebleau.

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