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.

Address

Route des Châteaux 171, Hontanx, France

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Details

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

Rating

4.4/5 (based on Google user reviews)

User Reviews

Romain Pratique (3 months ago)
Beautiful site and a great welcome!!!!

nadia vegh (5 months ago)
Friendly site, pretty view of the lake. Small, well-appointed room.

Pascal T.ribou (6 months ago)
The place is very beautiful but outdoors. The reception room (in an old chapel) is quite gloomy, the furniture is ugly, especially the very cheap Bordeaux plastic chairs. Small kitchen.

Christophe Lhotellier (6 months ago)
Just wonderful

Aud HL (15 months ago)
Magnificent place of reception. Some odors due to humidity but the site is superb and the room in old stones and exposed beams is authentic.

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