Overview

An atmosphere of family homes, from collections mixed with souvenirs...

There is a particular charm in this manor house, topped with high roofs, in the case of refined gardens. This grand dwelling of the 16th and 17th centuries with the mark of Guillaume de Favry, responds to the architectural canons of the late Middle Ages. Perfect example of a defensive lookout, with magnificent and sober architecture, with beautiful proportions and seductive juxtapositions. Guided indoor tour of the fireplaces, dining room and living room, so-called "high period" bedroom, spiral staircase and refined interior framework in the taste of "the art of living à la Française". Approach to the interior decorations of the time with its ceilings painted in the style of the transition from the end of the Middle Ages to the Renaissance. Dreams of gardens, awarded and labeled, in a very eclectic taste, enclosed and secret gardens, created with respect for the historical framework and with a certain contemporary approach, surround the building. Label 'remarkable garden', award for gardens, EBTS, special jury (European Boxwood Topiary Society) by virtue of 'its elegance and originality'; label APJPL award VMF (old French houses) gardens: creation and heritage departmental prize. Informations 8€ per adult = Guided tour of the interiors + Free visit of the gardens (Single rate) Free for children

Address
Favry, 53340 Préaux, France, Mayenne, Pays de la Loire, France