The ideal getaway for the upcoming autumn period is a cosy relaxing weekend in a beautiful French Chateaux. Rosie Khdir looks round the charming Châteaux of Normandy.

Gorgeous regal architecture, period furnishings and immaculate grounds are usually what you can expect from a classic French Chateaux, as well as fine foods and wine and a roaring fire in the winter time.

Here we have compiled a selection of the very best for you to consider for a nice autumn break.

Hotel Château de Sassetot

This beautiful estate is the perfect stopover between the sea and the countryside for lovers of the coast and fine greenery of northern France. The building is located in a park of 11 hectares, of which the rooms have stunning views.

The chateau has a variety of opulent rooms that reflect the estates past, in particular the Sissi room, so named after the Empress Sissi, Queen of Hungary, who stayed here in 1875. The restaurant “Le 3 roses” serves gourmet food that mixed both tradition flavours and more creative presentation.

Visitors have use of tennis courts and a riding club onsite as well as a golf course in nearby Étretat and the Bénédictine Museum in Fécamp.

Château La Chenevière Hotel

This delightful family château dates back to the 18th Century and was fully restored in 1988, becoming a luxury hotel and restaurant.

In great contrast to its WWII history, during which the chateau was occupied by German troop, the hotel now serves as a haven of relaxation for its guests. It features 29 luxury rooms, all dressed with a romantic mix of antique and modern furnishings.

The hotel offers a heated pool and orangery, enclosed gardens, jogging trail, croquet greens and rose garden, all set within the 12 hectare landscaped grounds.

Domaine de Joinville Château Hotel

The Domaine de Joinville Château is a beautiful 24 room, period style establishment with a history that stretches almost 200 years.

Rooms range from standard board to suites and grand apartments and are decorated in varying modern and traditional styles.

La Ferme Modèle du Parc, the hotel’s restaurant, is the former castle farm where the king and his court used to enjoy refreshments after a trip to the beach – and still offers food fit for royalty.

If you would like to experience a relaxing holiday at one of these beautiful Chateaux then P&O Ferries can get you to Normandy for an excellent price! The P&O Ferries Dover to Calais service starts from just £30 for a car and up to nine people and from Calais it is only a short drive to any of these destinations.

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