Château du Bois de Sanzay
The Château du Bois de Sanzay is located in Saint-Martin-de-Sanzay,[1] between Thouars and Saumur.
History[edit]
According to documents of the Saint Laon de Thouars abbey, in 1487 the land was bought from the clergy by "François de Beaumont, chevalier Seigneur du Boys de Sanzay".[1] The central building was built in the 15th century, and additions were made in the 18th century.[1]
Architecture[edit]
Built using large blocks of tufa stone for some parts and rubble for other parts, the main building has high chimneys, three monumental gothic fireplaces, an échauguette, a chapel, and cellars.[1] The domain also comprises a dovecote, a French formal garden, and a pond.[1]
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