Hostellerie du Château de Salles 15130 Vézac, Cantal Auvergne, France 33 0 4 71 62 41 41 www.salles.com

Historical Hideaway
A Best-kept Secret from the 1400s
by Sophie Gayot

Built in 1476, then destroyed and rebuilt several times, the Hostellerie du Château de Salles has had a tumultuous history. Perched on a hill overlooking the Cère Valley, it was used as a watchtower for hundreds of years. Today, with a twenty-acre park and the surrounding Cantal Mountains, nothing disturbs the peaceful ambience floating over this castle.

All the rooms and bathrooms have been totally redone with antique furniture. They are different in style, size and location, making it easy to pick one that suits your style. Whether you spend your days visiting the numerous historical sites in the area, buying Cantal cheese at the local farms, playing golf, or just relaxing around the pool, you will enjoy lingering in the beautiful lounge in the evening, before or after dinner at the restaurant. And if you decide to host a seminar, the conference room has all the necessary equipment. A fitness area will help you keep in shape after your working sessions.

As you travel around Europe, the Hostellerie du Château de Salles will ensure that France is one of your favorite destinations. With its fresh air, views, golf, swimming pool, restaurant and lounge, it is one of those secrets best kept to yourself.