The Domain
The history of Domaine du Plessis Grimaud.
The answer could be that this is simply the same of the domain, but it is more than just that.
A Plessis is a place protected by trees or shrubs with intertwined branches that form a protective hedge: a hedge by "plassage." And yes, it is true, to pass the gates of the Plessis Grimaud is to enter a protected domain where life is pleasant.
Le Plessis Grimaud has a rare historical heritage and owes the second part of its name to the Grimaud family, who originally owned the estate since 1352. They were the lords of the domain until the 17th century.
The house, resembling a palatial villa, was built in 1848 by William Leray, who developed a modern farm of more than 300 hectares with 14 farms and a mill. He invented modern and very innovative agriculture.
After 30 years of abandonment, the predecessors renovated the house and park to live there as a family until we took over in 2015.
After two years of extensive work, we transformed the "Petit Plessis" outbuilding into a gite for five people and opened the main house, three charming guest rooms with soft and soothing colors. We have also restored the small chapel, still in use today.
The name of our guest rooms tells you our personal story, which is now intimately linked to that of Plessis Grimaud.
We welcome you as a family because here, everyone is involved.
We are a family: Nicolas and Anne-Flore with our three boys: Valentin, Jules, and Tom.Everyone participates in their way and has their specialty. Nicolas likes to take care of the animals and the garden, and Anne-Flore cooks delicious breakfasts and takes care of the mandala garden. Valentin is more into cookies and chocolate cream. As for Jules, he unmistakably has a liking for making vanilla creams. Finally, our little finch, Tom, loves to make yogurts and speculoos creams.
To each his favorite spot
The permaculture mandala vegetable garden
We wanted to create a nurturing yet peaceful place that would inspire you to learn more about the many ways to grow vegetables.
The mandala vegetable garden is divided into different spaces to stimulate your senses:
- Titillate your nostrils (lavender, rosemary, coriander).
- Satisfy your taste buds (strawberries and cherry tomatoes are to be nibbled on the spot).
- Delight your eyes by playing with colors.
Wellness retreat
If you wish to enhance your moment of relaxation, we recommend that you pass through the caring hands of Marylène. She enchants our guests by listening, her kindness, and the quality of her intuitive and personalized massages.
You can also benefit from favorable rates at the Thalasso of Pornic spa, treatments, and massages.
Sleeping at the Domaine
Le Gîte du Petit Plessis
La Suite Angevine
La Chambre Nantaise
