Manoir de Chantemerle, a guest house in a park in Corrèze
The Manoir de Chantemerle is a guest house in the heart of a five-hectare park and forest in Sainte-Fortunade, Corrèze. Rooms are spacious, the outdoor pool is seasonal, and the home-made breakfasts are much praised. It suits couples and anyone who wants calm and a rest in nature.
Written by Valeria Romano
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Where the Manoir de Chantemerle is and how to get there
The Manoir de Chantemerle is a guest house in Sainte-Fortunade, in Corrèze, in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region. It sits in the middle of a five-hectare estate of park and forest, far from the bustle.
The listing gives Brive and Tulle at about thirty kilometres and the nearest airport at around fifty-five. The Aubazine golf course is closer, at thirteen kilometres. As it is isolated, a car is essential in my view, but the private car park is free. Guests say their hosts gave them good advice on where to eat in Tulle.
What the rooms are like
The rooms at the Manoir de Chantemerle are large, between thirty and forty square metres according to the listing. All are air-conditioned and non-smoking, with a private bathroom, flat-screen television and coffee machine. Some have a terrace, others a fitted kitchen, and one room is suitable for guests with reduced mobility.
Reviews point the same way: spacious rooms, tastefully decorated, very comfortable beds, a generous walk-in shower and impeccable cleanliness. Several guests also mention small touches, such as coffee or herbal tea.
- To relax. Seasonal outdoor pool, spa and jacuzzi, tennis court, garden and terrace.
- To get moving. Walking, horse riding and cycling are offered in the area.
- Day to day. Wifi throughout the property and a bar.
Breakfast and the table d'hôte
Breakfast at the Manoir de Chantemerle is home-made and comes up in almost every review. Guests describe it as generous and of very high quality, served with great care by the lady of the house.
There is also a table d'hôte on reservation, to request forty-eight hours in advance, at thirty euros per person. One guest found it excellent, with refined cooking, good produce and a fine choice of drinks. Others simply enjoyed a board of regional produce with a glass of white wine.
What guests say
The Google rating is 5 out of 5, from around thirty reviews. Calm and the welcome are the two words that come up everywhere: friendly hosts, a relaxed atmosphere, a very well kept estate and a setting that, as one guest put it, is a place to recharge.
I found no criticism in the reviews I read, which is rare and pleasing, but I stay cautious: a perfect rating does not tell the whole story, and a place this quiet will not suit everyone.
| What guests like | What to know |
|---|---|
| Complete calm in the countryside | In the countryside, it is best to come by car |
| Attentive, caring hosts | Table d'hôte only by reservation |
| Large, well decorated rooms | Seasonal pool, not open all year |
| Generous home-made breakfast | Little nightlife, it is a place to rest |
What to know before booking
A few practical points to avoid unpleasant surprises before you book at the Manoir de Chantemerle.
- The pool season. The listing describes a seasonal outdoor pool. If it matters to you, check the dates.
- The table d'hôte. You need to book it in advance, as it is not offered at the last minute.
- Distance. Brive and Tulle are around half an hour away by car. Plan your shopping and your evenings.
- Type of room. Some have a kitchen or a terrace, others do not. Say what you want.
Who the guest house suits and what to do nearby
I recommend it to a couple who want to switch off, to friends who enjoy walking or cycling, and to anyone wanting a restful weekend with a proper table. If you want nightlife or shops within walking distance, this is not the right address.
Around Sainte-Fortunade, walking, horse riding and cycling are the simplest activities, and the region has lovely towns such as Tulle and Brive. To extend your trip in the South-West, I can point you to the Domaine de Py in Loubressac, L'Arrivée in Autoire or La Cabane à Papi in Thénac.
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