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A REMARKABLE PLACE

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SUMMARY

IN A FEW WORDS… P 4

Sleep P 7

The Château P 7

The Longère P 22

The Farm cottages P 28

Relish P 36

Dyades P 36

Monade P 42

Enchanting places P 44

Octave P 49

Escape P 51

Nature P 51

Activities P 54

Well-being services P 58

Domaine des Enfants P 59

Getting there P 61

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It is time to rekindle the stars G U I L L A U M E A P O L L I N A I R E

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Situated in France’s Charente limousine region, Domaine des Etangs offers a truly unique hotel

experience.

The largest 5 star resort in mainland France, it expands over 1000 hectares of protected natural surroundings,

a mixture of forests, grassland and ponds.

It is an exceptional landscape, consisting of a fully renovated 11th century château and along with numerous works of contemporary art, landscaped gardens, six farmhouse cottages, a longère, a vegetable garden, Gallo-Roman baths, two swimming pools, a floating tennis court and a Michelin star

gourmet restaurant.

Domaine des Etangs offers you a variety of different experiences: stay in one of our seven magnificent suites housed within the château, experience true comfort in one of our 6 farmhouse cottages or get away from it all

in one of the 4 bedrooms of the longère.

Yet the initial impression of untamed nature soon reveals signs of the skilled and patient hand of craftsmen who have shaped a world in equilibrium. Here, the passage of time complements the gentle rhythm of the passing seasons and that of the animals

that live here.

This is a place for rediscovery, relaxation, observation and for savoring the present moment.

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SleepTHE CHÂTEAU

This is a simple château, gracious in its humility; bedecked in light stone, which strikes the perfect balance between earth

and sky.

It maintains the charm and the spirit of a typical family home, as well as some of the mystery of its origins, which can be

dated back to the 11th century.

Here you will find 7 vast suites and bedrooms, each of which are as different from one another as the stars after which they

are named.

On the ground floor, the library, the dining room, the smoking room and various lounges allow guests to while the time away

with a book, a meal or a tipple.

The château’s interior is interspersed here and there with antiques, tailor-made creations, unique objects and original

artwork.

A continuous dialogue is created between old and new, boldness and simplicity, and brought to life by the interior

designer, Isabelle Stanislas.

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Le Château

THE ENTRANCE HALL

THE ‘SALON FAMILLE’

Vast and well-lit, the entrance hall creates a tone which is classic but equally contemporary, with its majestic staircase, its bestiary

and its sparkling constellation suspended from the ceiling.

With its deceivingly classic interior, this living area conveys true personality: a touch of humour from the large family painting by Hans-Peter Feldmann, the shimmer of the glass wall lamps by Murano and one eye looking up at the stars thanks to the

presence of an 1872 Secrétan telescope.

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THE ‘SALON FEMME’

THE ‘SALON HOMME’

This cosy living space, dominated by powerdy shades is a place where secrets are shared in hushed voices, in a setting dating back to 1650, with the addtion of ceiling lights created by

Ralph Nauta et Lonneke Gordijn,

which are delicately accentuated with Dandelion clock fragments.

In this understated living area, a magnificient bar welcomes the guests and the stunning Onyx armchairs are accentuated with a cashmere finish and the vast fabric rug designed by Ateliers Pinton balances out the roughness of the stone walls.

Le Château

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THE FUMOIR

THE LIBRARY

Beneath light wooden panelling, smoke from cigars will rise upwards towards a luminous creation by Michael Anastassiades, where it will then mix with scents of leather

and cognac.

In addition to the abundance of books and games available here, you also have the opportunity to clear your head in one of the more quiet corners of the room, basking in the heat

from the nearby chimney.

Le Château

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LIBRARY

MONADE

CUISINE

FUMOIR

MERCURE

SALONHOMME

SALONFEMME

SALONFAMILLE

ENTRANCE HALL

GROUND FLOOR

Le Château

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VENUS

DIMENSIONS : 147 M²Bedroom 64 m²

Living room 53 m²Bathroom 30 m²

Venus is the largest and softest of our suites. A place that nurtures love and beauty.

Its vast lounge area featuring various coppery tones, signifies the beginning of a romantic

journey on which you will embark. The bedroom is bathed in light streaming in from the windows and from the extraordinary ‘Wall of water’ photographic composition by Dieter

Appelt.

The bright, spacious bathroom has two windows that open onto natural surroundings.

Here, the journey continues with a trip into space through Thomas Demand’s

Constellation, 2000.

Venus and Jupiter can be reunited to create a private appartment.

« Give in to your love. Such is the will of Venus! Pointless is the flower that blooms

alone. Pointless is the love whose scent none will know »

EDOUARD PAILLERON

Le Château

VENUS

MARS

JUPITER SOLEIL

1st FLOOR

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JUPITER

DIMENSIONS : 53M²Living room 19m²Bedroom 24m²Bathroom 10m²

Open any of the five doors of the lounge to reveal Jupiter’s beaming, orderly wisdom.

A lounge, a bedroom, a walk-in shower, a hidden dressing room.

Every room can be closed off from the rest to let guests share Janus’ pleasure of discovery.

On the ceiling, two Omer Arbel chandeliers create their own Milky Way, their light reflected

in Thomas Ruff’s Stern 03h51m-55°, which leans against a wall.

Venus and Jupiter can be reunited to create a private appartment.

« Close your eyes; all you see is yours. »

JEAN GIRAUDOUX

Le Château

VENUS

SOLEILJUPITER

MARS

1st FLOOR

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LUNE


Living room 27 m²Bathroom 14 m²

This is the kingdom of dark and light, bathed in blue and silver, designed to let you dream and

lose yourself in the natural rhythm of time.

In the entrance hall, reflections of bright light from the Massimiliano Locatelli table interact

with the shimmering sofa.

The quiet bedroom nurtures introspection as your gaze wanders a glass ceiling that reveals

the interior architecture of the tower.

« The moon is the sun’s dream »

PAUL KLEE

Le Château

SATURNE

LUNE

2nd FLOOR

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SOLEIL

DIMENSIONS : 102 M²Living room 54m²Bathroom 28m²Bedroom 20m²

The sun is both colour and light; the only star that shines in the blue sky of day.

In the spacious lounge of this suite, you will find the two brushed brass discs of Laurent Grasso’s Soleil Double, which contrast with a neighboring

neon sphere by Michael Anastassiades.

The adjacent bedroom consists of a glass ceiling, from which hangs a crystal chandelier to illuminate the tile sky. The bed rests in the

hollow of a protective alcove.

The bathroom bathes in the light streaming in from an open window, which overlooks the park.

« Some painters transform the sun into a yellow spot ; others transform a yellow

spot into the sun »

PABLO PICASSO

Le Château

VENUS

MARS

JUPITER SOLEIL

1st FLOOR

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SATURNE

DIMENSIONS : 41 M²Bedroom 31 m²Bathroom 6 m²

A sense of silence and retreat presides over this tranquil room, housed in one of the Château’s

towers.

With its glass ceiling, fireplace and purple hues, Saturne cultivates a feeling of romantic refinement, which is reinforced by a number of engravings of the earth and sky from the 16th,

18th and 19th centuries hanging on the wall.

« Love the age-old embrace of Saturn’s reign; love the charming god; love the

hidden god, who came like a moth to a flame to plant an invisible kiss on the lips

of Psyche. »

GERMAIN NOUVEAU

Le Château

LUNE

SATURNE

2nd FLOOR

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MERCURE


Mercure provides full disabled access.

It’s a quiet and gentle room, nestled at the base of a tower, on the banks of the château’s pond.

The headboard features a number of engravings showing the movement of Mars and Mercury in relation to Earth, a 16th century planisphere and a pair of wooden wings, perhaps used by Mercury

himself in flying from one planet to the next.

Decorated in leather, the chested drawer suitcases by Marteen de Ceulaer keep guests’

personal belongings safe.

« Love is like quicksilver in the hand. Leave the fingers open and it stays.

Clutch it and it darts away. »

DOROTHY PARKER

Le Château

LIBRARY

MONADE

FUMOIR

SALONHOMME

SALONFEMME

SALONFAMILLE

ENTRANCE HALL

GROUND FLOOR

MERCURE

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MARS


Warm and bathed in shades of prune and bordeaux red, the Mars room is a choice that the god of springtime and youth saves for those who are bold enough. This is a place for you to

sleep or live your passions.

On the headboard sit a number of plates including Mappemonde géographique de la planète Mars from 1782, Astronomie, a plate from the Diderot and Alembert encyclopaedia,

and a pair of Malby globes from 1867.

« Mars, who laughs despite the showers, secretly prepares for spring. »

THÉOPHILE GAUTHIER

Le Château

VENUS

SOLEILJUPITER

MARS

1st FLOOR

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THERMAL BATHS IN THE CHÂTEAU

The Gallo-Roman baths are located in the basement of the Château. They give guests the opportunity to participate in a complete thermal experience, which includes time in the

indoor pool, steam rooms and the frigidarium.

A period of time for complete relaxation of the body and mind.

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CALDARIUM Tepid hammam between 47-50°C

Le Château

FRIGIDARIUM Cold room at a temperature of 7°C

TEPIDARIUM Tepid hammam between 35-40°C

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THE ATTIC

The château’s attic houses a large game room, where, beneath an elaborate wooden framework, children- and those who remain children at heart- can rummage through the many boxes of treasures, unearthing games and costumes, take part in lively games of table football or show off their skills around

the snooker table.

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SleepTHE LONGÈRE

A long building with typically rural architecture,

the Longère consists of 4 different suites, each devoted to a particular season of the year.

A different colour dominates the interior of each one, and is carefully chosen so that it blends harmoniously with each

seasonal theme.

All are different but each provides a vast and generous living space.

Interior designer, Isabelle Stanislas, created the individual atmospheres for these suites by playing with various different materials and lighting methods: an off-white varnished chair here and a beige monobloc chair there, and on the floor, a tailor-made rug, created exclusively for Domaine des Etangs.

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RECEPTION

RESTAURANT

VEGETABLE GARDEN

PLAYGROUND

GYMNASIUM

LE CHATEAU

GREENHOUSE

PIGEONHOUSE

TENNISCOURT

SWIMMINGPOOL

LONGERE

MILK FACTORY

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PRINTEMPS


Living Room 33 m²Bathroom 9 m²

Soft green. Powder pink. Gold. These are the dominant colours here. Vivid and serene like the gleam of an apple tree in bloom, the atmosphere in this room calls for a sense of

renewal and an endless journey.

Sitting in the far northeast corner of the cottage, this duplex-style suite has a lounge downstairs

and a bedroom and bathroom upstairs.

La Longère

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ÉTÉ



This suite features an abundance of white and gold light, which is representative of the sun’s brightness during the summertime, when

nights are shorts and evenings are long.

Flanked by the Printemps and Automne suites, the Été duplex suite has a lounge downstairs

and a bedroom and bathroom upstairs.

La Longère

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AUTOMNE



The various shades of purple and beige which dominate the interior of this suite take inspiration from the vivid and blossoming

colours found in nature

This duplex-style suite, nestled between the Été suite and the reception, features a lounge downstairs and a bedroom and bathroom upstairs.

La Longère

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HIVER



The Hiver suite is shrouded in shades of silver white and blue, evoking the silence and peace

of sleepy natural surroundings.

Sitting on the first floor of the Longère, this suite has its own lounge, bedroom and bathroom. The entrance is available by the reception area.

La Longère

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SleepTHE FARMHOUSE COTTAGES

On one of your strolls, you may come across a metairie. There are others, here and there, between two ponds, hidden in a verdant hollow, or sitting in a meadow which stretches out

towards the horizon. There are six in total.

Warm, cosy and transcending the passing of seasons and even centuries, each one is constructed out of stone, glass and wood, making use of the age-old/ traditional savoir-faire of

expert craftsmen.

They are easily accesible, thanks to the Blue Summer electric cars which have been made available to our guests.

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DRAGON393 M2 / 5 BEDROOMS / 10 GUESTS

This stately farmhouse spans 393 m² and offers a wonderful view of the surrounding nature and ponds. Its five rooms can accommodate a total of

10 guests.

At the end of the vast entrance hall, you will come across a fountain which is reminiscent of roman times. The combination of wood, glass and stone creates

an unprecedented experience in warm surroundings.

The Univers bathroom has a large copper tub guaranteed to inspire tranquility and peace of mind.

The Etoile and Comète bedrooms are located on the ground floor (adjoining) as well as the Galaxie.

The Univers and Astéroïde bedrooms are situated on the first floor, and each have their own lounge with a view of the entrance hall.

MAIN LOUNGE : 74 M² ETOILE : 44 M²Bedroom 36 m²Bathroom 8 m²

COMÈTE : 41 M²Bedroom 33 m²Bathroom 8 m²

GALAXIE : 42 M²Bedroom 34 m²Bathroom 8 m²

ASTÉROÏDE : 95M²Bedroom 38 m²


UNIVERS : 95 M²Bedroom 38 m²


Farmhouse cottages

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PÉGASE273 M2 / 5 BEDROOMS / 10 GUESTS

The Pégase farmhouse covers 273 m2 and has five bedrooms, including three on the ground floor: Etoile and Comète (adjoining) and Galaxie.

The two upstairs rooms include Univers (via the wooden walkway) and Astéroide. The farmhouse can accommodate up to 10 people.

The large lounge on the ground floor has two mammoth bay windows, affording an unobstructed view of the pond and surrounding nature.

At night, the omnipresent transparency of the windows reveals a hidden set of black-out blinds.

The copper wash basins enhance the distinctive look of the bathrooms.

Skylights create a source of natural brightness upstairs. The strong colours are a perfect match for the Domaine’s mix of green, rock and wood.

MAIN LOUNGE : 61 M²

GALAXIE : RDC 33 M²

Bedroom 25 m²Bathroom 8 m²

ETOILE : 29 M²(Ground floor,

adjoined to Comète)Bedroom 24 m²Bathroom 5 m²

COMÈTE : 28 M²(1st floor)


ASTÉROÏDE : 23 M²(1st floor)


Separate lounge 43m²

UNIVERS : 26 M²(1st floor)

Bedroom 16 m²Bathroom 10 m²Separate lounge

43m²

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SERPENTAIRE164 M2 / 3 BEDROOMS / 6 GUESTS

This 164 m² farmhouse borders a pond on the west side of the Domaine and offers a wonderful viewpoint

and exceptional calm.

It includes one downstairs bedroom (Galaxie) and two more rooms upstairs (Etoile and Comète).

The farmhouse can accommodate up to six people.

Two large openings fill the lounge with a remarkable amount of light and provide access to the outside, allowing you to enjoy the splendour of the

surrounding natural landscape

An irresistible haven of calm on the edge of wide green meadows.

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LOUNGE : 41 M²Kitchen 19 m²

GALAXIE : 35 m²(Ground floor)


ETOILE : 31 M² (1st floor)


COMÈTE : 23 M²Bedroom 15 m²Bathroom 8 m²

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CASSIOPÉE106 M2 / 2 BEDROOMS / 4 GUESTS

Cassiopée stands at the heart of the Domaine, stretching over 221 m², with two upstairs bedrooms:

Univers and Astéroïde.

This farmhouse can accomodate up to 4 people.

The enormous chimney in the lounge lends a warmth and uniqueness to the place. It’s large dining area plays host to friendly dinners, which continue for

even longer down in the wine cellar.

Farmhouse cottages

GROUND FLOOR LOUNGE - DINING

AREA: 87 M²

WINE CELLAR: 37 M2

UNIVERS : 50 M²Bedroom 42 m²Bathroom 8 m²

ASTÉROÏDE : 43 M²Bedroom 31 m²Bathroom 12 m²

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CENTAURE166 M2 / 2 BEDROOMS / 4 GUESTS

Centaure offers 166 m² of living space and features a distinctive, well-lit lounge with light colours in a mix of sand and driftwood. The refined surroundings inspire both relaxation and conviviality. A hint of contemporary design adds just the right touch to the

room without ever losing sight of its authenticity.

Centaure can accommodate four people.

It includes two bedrooms: Comète, downstairs, and Univers, a large twin room with its own lounge,

upstairs.

There is another lounge on the first floor, featuring glass flooring that lets the light shine through to the

downstairs area.

Farmhouse cottages

LOUNGE : 56 M²

COMÈTE : 18 m²(Ground Floor) Bedroom 13 m²Bathroom 5 m²

KITCHEN : 21 M²

UNIVERS: 71 m²(1st floor)

Bedroom 23 m²Lounge 36 m²Bathroom 7m²

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LICORNE106 M² / 1 BEDROOM/ SLEEPS 2

Licorne is the perfect place for a couple, just a stone’s throw from the château. The 106 m2 farmhouse affords a spectacular view of the surrounding

countryside.

It has one bedroom and can accommodate two people.

The spacious lounge offers a welcoming embrace. The warm, handcrafted decor immediately

encourages the mind to wander.

The upstairs bedroom sits on a wide mezzanine made of wood and stone.

Yellow and taupe are the dominant colors, blending harmoniously with the open stonework to conjure a

feeling of peace and romance.

LOUNGE: 54 M2

BEDROOM: 43 M2

BATHROOM: 9 M2

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RelishDYADES

The restaurant is inspired by the dyad, the marriage of two complementary ideas and principles.

It is also the name of the gourmet restaurant at Domaine des Etangs.

A necessary balance to strike in any situation but particularly in the case of gastronomy, where a sense of harmony between

ingredients is the key to a successful dish.

A balance is also created between the rusticity of the restaurant’s old stone interior and the refined nature of the

culinary experience it offers.

Additional balance is created between pleasure for the palate and the enjoyment of guests , who receive a friendly service.

Dyades offers a number of different culinary experiences for guests to choose from, which evolve according to varying

guest demands and special occasions

ONE STAR MICHELIN AND 3 TOQUES GAULT & MILLAU

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THE CHEF

THE TEAM

Originally from Grenoble, Michelin star Chef Fabien Beaufour is in charge of catering at Domaine des Etangs. Having acquired a thorough understanding of gourmet cuisines (Anne-Sophie Pic in Valence, Fernand Point in Vienne) he gained further experience in the United States (The French Laundry in Yountville, Eleven Madison Park in New York) and returned to Europe in 2011. Before joining Domaine des Etangs, he was Head Chef at the Oblix restaurant, situated at the top of The Shard in London. In the creation of his menu, he places a particular emphasis on working with local producers and reducing as much as possible the journey from earth to table.

The Head Chef is supported in the creation of his dishes by a solid team of personnel, some of which have followed his work since his time in London. Resident pâtissier, Stanislas Durand, lends his expertise to the sweet section of the menu. A ‘savoir-faire’ exchanged in the kitchen by members of a pleasant and reliable service team, who are always open to listening to the

needs and wants of the customer.

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MENU SIGNATURE

PRINTEMPS SPRING

98 €

MENU DÉGUSTATION EN 8 PLATSSERVI À L’ENSEMBLE DES CONVIVES

TASTING MENU OF 8 DISHES, SERVED TO ALL DINERS

L’esturgeon, l’oursin et le caviar d’Aquitaine Sturgeon, sea urchin and Aquitaine caviar

Les coquillages et concombre marinés à l’anethCoquillages and cucumber ceviche

Les asperges vertes et cacahuètes grillées, vinaigrette aux huitres de Charente

Green asparagus, grilled peanuts, Charente oyster vinaigrette

Le parfait de foie gras mandarine, pain et pickles maison Mandarin foie gras parfait, homemade bread and pickles

Le homard, la carotte des sables fumée au foin, sabayon de verveine citron Roasted lobster, hay-smoked carrots, lemon verbena sabayon

La côte d’agneau du Limousin, fèves mijotées et jus à l’ail noir Limousin lamb chop, braised fava beans and black garlic jus

La pomme verte et coriandre fraîcheGreen apple and fresh coriander

Le parfait glacé pamplemousse et agrumes macérésGrapefruit parfait glacé and macerated citrus

Consisting of dishes which are already becoming classics, such as our homegrown

shoots and roots,

lobster and hay-smoked sand-grown carrots and our Mandarin foie gras, this menu allows you to fully appreciate the creative universe

of chef, Fabien Beaufour.

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MENU DES POTAGERS

PRINTEMPS SPRING

MENU DÉGUSTATION EN 8 PLATSSERVI À L’ENSEMBLE DES CONVIVES

TASTING MENU OF 8 DISHES, SERVED TO ALL DINERS

75 €

Les petits pois, gelée de homard et noix de coco Peas, lobster gelée and coconut

Les pousses et racines du Domaine des EtangsShoots and roots grown at Domaine des Etangs

Les asperges blanches, anguille fumée et foie grasWhite asparagus, smoked eel, and foie gras

La carotte fumée, taboulé et sabayon d’agrumes à la tagette Smoked carrot, taboulleh and citrus sabayon with tagetes

Le céleri, la truffe noire et le porc de Bigorre sur toast Celeriac, black truffle and Bigorre pork on flat bread

Les fèves et pois, gnocchis pochés, jus d’agneau à l’ail noirFava beans and peas, poached gnocchi, black garlic lamb jus

La rhubarbe confite Poached rhubarb

La menthe et le chocolat GuanajaMint and Guanaja chocolate

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Meals created which are linked as closely as possible to the daily cycle of the vegetable

garden.

Dominated by vegetables without being vegetarian, this menu makes vegetables the

primary focus.

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RelishSituated within the château, Monade is a private restaurant, offering personalised menus on request, and a culinary experience which reflects the very best of French cuisine. A truly unique experience, during which a group of guests are treated to exceptional dishes, which are tailor-made by Head

Chef, Fabien Beaufour.

Traditional recipes, gourmet classics, childhood favorites, anything is possible with this cuisine.

This cuisine, which is timeless, unconventional, generous and creative, promises guests an unforgettable experience.

MONADE

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An alabastre lamp, representing the solar system, shines light on antique plates by Luneville Faience.

The gold and silver plated bronze candelabras, which date back to 1860 perfectly complement the triptych of photographs by

Hiroshi Sugimoto.

Monade can accomodate up to 22 guests around its vast dining table, which is superbly decorated and adorned in flowers.

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RelishENCHANTING PLACES

The unique culinary experience offered by Domaine des Etangs can also be experienced outside of its gourmet restaurant, in a number of different locations : a decorated table at the centre of the vegetable garden, take-away picnic baskets, to enjoy in a small boat or on the banks of a pond, a barbecue prepared in a hollow on the forest floor, underneath the «Tree of a thousand trunks», a generous rib of beef, cooked in the fire of the chimney in one of the farmhouse cottages... magical moments which put the heart into the pleasure of eating food.

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VEGETABLE GARDEN

THE TREE WITH A THOUSAND TRUNKS

A table at the home of Dyades’ seasonal produce.

An enchanting moment of stillness beneath the boughs of an ancient tree.

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FARMHOUSES

A homely meal shared with loved ones.

THE CHAPEL SQUARE

The promise of an exceptional romantic experience.

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THE BARN

PONDS

The joie de vivre of a rustic buffet.

A serene picnic at the water’s edge.

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TRADITIONAL OVEN

An awakening of the senses at the heart of nature.

THE FOREST

Awakening of the senses and a feeling of increased closeness to nature.

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RelishOCTAVE

Situated in the heart of the Domaine, in between its meadows and ponds, Octave is the main venue for events here at

Domaine des Etangs.

The rustic charm created by its old stones and wooden beams, effortlessly complement the evolving themes and decorations

of the room.

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200m2 room, well lit by natural light

THEATRE100 PEOPLE

U50 PEOPLE

COCKTAIL150 PEOPLE

BANQUET110 PEOPLE

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EscapeNATURE

Whether wild or domesticated, nature still remains at the very core of Domaine des Etangs.

A mixture of woodland with some trees more than 100 years old, vast fields where Limousine cows graze peacefully and ponds around which you may encounter flocks of flying ducks, cygnets or herons. Nor is it rare to cross the path of a fox, wild

boar, stag or deer.

The ornamental gardens surrounding the château are the work of unconventional landscape gardener, Camille Muller.

He has given it an unexpected charm, while also being open to experimenting with nature.

The 2500m2 spiral-shaped vegetable garden produces an impressive collection of the best seasonal products.

A culinary journey which alerts the senses and expands your appetite.

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Escape

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EscapeACTIVITIES

Domaine des Etangs and its 1000 hectare area can be explored in a number of ways :

On foot, on horseback, by bike, by boat, or even using one of our Blue Summer silent electric cars.

Whether you want to have fun, push yourself, or even just take advantage of some sunny weather, you are sure to find what you are looking for from our outdoor swimming pool, sports hall, or our unique floating tennis court, all of which are blended

effortlessly into the surrounding landscape of the Domaine.

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EscapeFitness trails are designed for athletes of all ages.

The fitness trail, mainly designed for adults and teenagers, lets you stretch your legs for 7 km of hiking or running. The layout is designed to let you shorten the full route to suit your preferred distance. Most of the trail winds through woodland or over

meadows.

Three cycle paths provide the perfect opportunity to discover the surrounding countryside alone or with

the family.

• Horseback outings are also available in partnership with the local riding school.

• Boats are available to use on the ponds at the Domaine.

•Quad bikes.

•Fishing on the ponds.

•Outdoor swimming pool.

•Tennis.

•Personal trainers.

•Yoga.

•Gym: cardio-training equipment and free weights.

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Escape WELL-BEING SERVICES

The care that we offer here at Domaine des Etangs is not about feeling better. It is about feeling good.

Our expertise in skincare runs deep. We believe the skin is more than an external barrier: it is an expression of the inner self, which is why our treatments focus on both surface and soul: the balance between outside and in; between the visible

and the unseen.

For the moment, our services will be carried out in the bedrooms of guests.

The Domaine des Etangs spa will open its doors in June 2016.

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Domaine des Etangs places a great deal of importance on the place of children and does everything they can to make sure that

they are very happy during their stay here.

Here they will come across a play park which is extremely well equipped, with everything from wooden huts, to trampolines,

climbing frames, toboggans and a zip-line.

From growing flowers and fresh fruit, to baking cakes or exploring the vegetable garden,

Domaine des Etangs is also the Domaine des Enfants.

A nanny service is available on request.

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GETTING THERE

FROM LIMOGES:

N141, D162 then D163 (Chabanais exit)

FROM ANGOULÊME:

N141, D6 then D13 (Rochefoucauld exit)

LATITUDE : 45° 46’ 49.008’’

LATITUDE: 0° 39’ 18’’

D O M A I N E D E S E TA N G S – 1 6 3 1 0 M A S S I G N A C , F R A N C ETél.: + 33 5 45 61 85 00

www.domainedesetangs.com

PLAN D’ACCES

ANGOULEME

LA ROCHEFOUCAULD(SORTIE D6)

E603

E603

E603E603LIMOGES

D13

D162

MASSIGNAC

MASSIGNAC LA ROCHEFOUCAULD

D13

En provenance de Limoges – N141, D162 puis D163 (sortie à Chabanais)

En provenance d’Angoulême – N141, D6 puis D13 (sortie à La Rochefoucauld)

Latitude : 45° 46’ 49.008” / Longitude : 0° 39’ 18”

CHABANAIS

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CONTACT

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