Château de Bagnols

Intimate escapes: French boutique hotels away from the city - SilverKris

"A romantic, centuries-old fortress converted into a 16-room hotel on a hillside amid vines and century-old lime orchards, overlooking a lake and located within reach of Beaujolais vineyards and golden-stone villages. Dating back to 1217, the interior feels like a historical timewarp with Renaissance paintings and imposing gothic fireplaces, complemented by a recently refreshed wine cellar with Scandi-style wood accents. Guests enjoy a pampered experience and delicate cooking from the on-site chef; the property can receive helicopters and is roughly a 45-minute drive from Lyon Saint-Exupéry airport." - SilverKris