Chapelle Blanche

Welcome to this delightfully serene 15^th-century former chapel and presbytery, set in the friendly village of Wambercourt in the Nord Pas de Calais area. This charming property with a fascinating history has become a tranquil and private retreat for groups of friends and family who want to discover the beauty of Northern France. A hop across the Channel will bring you to this beautiful region, whose spectacular verdant countryside is home to a huge range of outdoor activities including golf, walking, cycling, fishing and water sports. Beach lovers will adore the 36 miles of sandy beaches nearby and you can even visit a local cave to pick up a few cases of regional vintage wine for your stay!

The traditionally-styled house offers a typically Gallic atmosphere and lots of space for everybody to have their privacy. The walls of the house are over a metre thick, giving a rustic touch but they are also practical, providing cool in the hot summer months and welcome warmth during cold winters. The property has full gas central heating and insulated interior. Curl up in front of the large cheminee fireplace in the sitting room with one of the books from the house’s collection, also an ideal spot to get together for pre-dinner drinks. When it’s time for bed, you will find three bedrooms, including the master suite, in the main house, with the remaining four in the west wing.

The east wing of the house is home to the huge well-equipped kitchen, converted from the original stables. The perfect place to rustle up some new recipes, it also has a dining table where guests can come together to chat about the day. Mornings were made for the garden room and covered terrace where you need not do anything more strenuous than enjoy a coffee and newspaper before the day starts.

On warm summer days, head for the one acre informal garden for a glorious afternoon in the fresh air. Great for games and al fresco meals in one of four different dining areas. Sway in a hammock amongst mature trees or play a gentle game of boules.

SLEEPS 14: 7 bedrooms - 1 en-suite super king-size with single if needed, 1 super king-size, 5 twins.

ADDITIONAL BEDS:  Single beds and futons available.

COOK + DINE: Well equipped kitchen with stainless steel range cooker, large fridge, 2 dishwashers. Farmhouse table inside seating 14. Outside dining in 4 garden locations. 2 BBQs and covered terrace with tables and chairs. Wood fired pizza oven (logs included). 

RELAX: Large sitting room with open log fire and three sofas, garden room opening onto a covered terrace. Several terraces with tables and chairs. Tree hammocks.

BATHE: 1 en-suite in master bedroom, 2 bathrooms, 1 shower room, 2 WCs with sinks.

OUTSIDE: 1 acre fully enclosed garden, suitable for outdoor games and al fresco dining. There are a variety of fruit trees, tree hammocks, sun loungers and four large parasols.

TECH: Wi-Fi and stereo in living room.

PLAY: Library of books, table tennis, boules and bikes.

PETS: Pets not accepted

VENUE HIRE: Ideal for corporate use, with plenty of opportunities for team-building activities nearby. Catering available. Mobile phone signal and Wi-Fi. Wonderful location for weddings.

LOCAL AREA: The property’s location in the Seven Valleys region of the Nord Pas de Calais, is easily accessed and is the gateway to a beautiful and interesting part of France. Its rolling valleys and lush countryside are ideal for walkers and hikers, as well as cyclists who come to take in miles of this beautiful landscape. Being on the edge of the enchanting forest of Hesdin, there are some great bike trails for all fitness levels to discover – bring your own bikes or use the five provided at the house. You are 90 km from the ferry port of Calais and 40 km inland from the beach at Le Touquet. The area around Hesdin (12 km) is packed with boulangeries, fromageries and wonderful markets where you can pick up fresh local produce to take home or of course, sample some of the wonderful French cuisine at a local restaurant.

ACTIVITIES NEARBY: The property is the perfect base for a golf break. There are nine golf courses in Northern France accessible from the property, the nearest being in Nampont St Martin, 30 km away with its two beautiful 18-hole courses. 12 km from the property will bring you to the aquatic and bowling centre in Hesdin, where you can make use of the indoor and outdoor swimming pools, spa and gym. The more intrepid guest can do a spot of kayaking on La Canche river, located at Bouin-Plumoison or get sandy with some speed-sailing or sand-yachting on the huge stretches of beach at low tide. Le Touquet and Merlimont, both 40 km, are ideal for sailing and there is also fly surfing and quad biking to pump up the adrenaline. For something a little more sedate, fishing along La Canche is an option, especially beautiful in the scenic lakes around the nearby village of Brimeux. For keen historians, the museum and battlefields at Azincourt (10 km) and St Omer (48 km) are a must-visit.

GETTING THERE: Nearest airport:  Beauvais-Tille 103 km. Nearest ferry port: Calais 90 km.