Château d'Aon

Hontanx, France

Château d'Aon was built in the 13th century to the site of 11th century wooden Motte-and-bailey style castle. It was transformed as a residence in the 17th century.

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Founded: 13th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in France
Historical period: Late Capetians (France)

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4.4/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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Coco_40 (9 months ago)
The setting is exceptional! The room is magnificent but some things need a facelift, particularly the kitchen area. Concerning the beds, here too, a facelift becomes essential, furniture is outdated and not very functional.
Xavier Morel (9 months ago)
Magnificent location for a wedding. On the other hand, the rooms are really very light and leave something to be desired!! No hot water, broken shower head and above all the alarm which goes off at night without being able to stop it immediately!! I really think that there should be a complete maintenance and overhaul of the buildings regarding the rooms!! Ceremony on Saturday July 27, 2024.
Steph (2 years ago)
What a waste! Such a beautiful setting, so poorly maintained! How is it possible to rent a wedding hall with such a dirty kitchen? Outdated equipment, microwave, dishwasher, coffee machine unusable. The caterer had to bring all his equipment and recreate an annex kitchen so as not to take any health risks! We had to clean the outside, sweep the terraces, leaves everywhere. It was very hot this weekend, no air conditioning ok but no fan available either. No official deigned to respond to the family's complaints over the weekend. Service 0/10
serge saint marc (3 years ago)
excellent
Romain Pratique (3 years ago)
Beautiful site and a great welcome!!!!
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