Located in one of France’s most picturesque areas, Domaine de Vieux-Mareuil is a group of four all-inclusive private manor houses, each available for holiday rental.

Its thick stone walls and grand entrance make it feel like something out of a legend. 2. Château de Doué-la-Fontaine, France This French castle is thought to be the oldest in Western Europe ...

They were grand fortifications designed to protect ... when these ideas were brought over from France. Stone castles became symbols of Norman occupation, permanent, intimidating, creating a ...