Set in a former Napoleon III’s hunting lodge in Brinon-sur-Sauldre, Château des Bouffards offers B&B accommodations surrounded by woods. A 2-hour drive from Paris, it has a heated outdoor swimming pool, a garden, a tennis court and a large trampoline. With wooden floors and old-style furniture, the guest rooms have free Wi-Fi access. All provide views of the garden and have a private bathroom. Guests have access to a shared lounge with a flat-screen TV. A breakfast is served daily at Château des Bouffards, and shared meals with hosts are available upon request. If they reserve in advance, guests can choose from a range of gourmet, local dishes and children’s menus for dinner at an extra cost. With both Château de Sully and St-Benoît Abbey 19 mi away, this B&B is 34 mi from Sancerre. A bicycles are at your disposal, and free, private parking is available on site.