This is a terrific 233 hectare hideaway in the heart of Beaujolais country.

 Gouverneur has a serene ambience with nature taking a front row seat. Home to, literally, the medieval Governor of the region of Dombes, the main Breuil manor house and the outbuildings reflect the wealth and importance that Dombes possessed and the main staircase, vast living room and the warmth of the decoration only add to the atmosphere. This is a place to enjoy centuries of history, good food and golf. There are 53 very comfortable and air-conditioned bedrooms and suites overlooking the course and gardens around the pool. The rooms are spacious, have lots of wardrobe space, satellite tv with video library and the normal modern niceties. Food is very important here, Chef specialises in traditional cooking with tasty local produce such as fresh water fish, game, poultry and even frogs. The dining room, views and dishes are all of note and the restaurant is recommended in all the best guides. Combined with the 45 holes surrounding the hotel, you've got everything you need to have a wonderful vacation on-site. It's terrific value too. If you fancy a bit of exploring, Gouverneur is very well-placed: canoeing or mountain-biking along the Ain river, the ancient Dombes trail, the medieval cities of Prouges and Ars, the Beaujolais vineyards and Lyon, Frances second city, is only 30 minutes away.