Overall the grounds run to about 26 acres,
comprising: Garden around the Chateau and lake - 5 acres Paddocks - 17 acres Woods - 2 acres Drive - 1 acre Orchard - Vegetable Garden - 0.5 acre Streams - marsh area
and small river - 0.5 acre
Hard
Tennis Court
The garden is
recognised by the French authorites as of historical importance
(it is NOT
protected.
Rare Trees include:- Magnolia Grandiflora
- 50' high Indian Bean Trees Western Red Cedar - Sequoia
and many others!
The Ornamental Lake has been
carefully planted with trees that add color all year long.
It
is no suprise that Carp fishermen love Villechaise with fish like this and a beautiful
setting to keep their wife's and children happy whilst they FISH, FISH,
FISH!
Best fish caught
in 2003 - 41lbs
Over 30 25lb+ carp were caught in 2004
Swimming Pools
The round pool is on the rear terrace outside the Dining Room french doors.
It is fully fenced and sits in a paviour covered terrace.
The rear
garden has some magnificent London Plane trees and open views of the rolling green
countryside.
The new pool sits
next to the Gatehouse terraceand is a Swedish style, partly underground structure.
With the lake so close a fully undergound pool could not be installed.
The
decking area is in one of the most sheltered areas of the gardens with great views
over the lake and surrounding countryside!
Level Paddocks - ideal for
horses with direct access from the barn!
All are sheep fenced and secure
with shady areas to give horses shelter from the sun!
For a detailed description of each area of the property, select a link below.
