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Château de Bonneville
approx. 700 m
A former 13th-century fortress, restored in the 16th century, of which a cylindrical keep remains. Long used as a prison, it is now owned by the commune; the ruins have been listed since 1987.
Château des Tours in Ayse: a stay in Haute-Savoie at the foot of the Môle
Château des Tours stands in Ayse (Ayze) in Haute-Savoie, east of Bonneville, on the southern foot of the Môle in the Arve valley. Wikipedia records an old fortress of the same name there, held in the 15th century by the Montvuagnard family. The Expedia listing today offers a large family holiday home, run by a private host, with a fireplace, billiards and mountain views.
At a glance
- Location
- Ayse (Ayze), Haute-Savoie (Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes), Arve valley, about 1 km from Bonneville
- Accommodation
- Large family holiday home at Château des Tours, offered by a private host; three bathrooms, equipped kitchen, living area with fireplace
- Highlights
- Billiards, table tennis, games room, garden with barbecue, fireplace, washing machine, dishwasher, Wi-Fi in the rooms, on-site parking
- Guest rating
- 9.8/10 from 18 reviews on Expedia (as of 14 Oct 2026)
- Check-in & check-out
- Check-in from 5 pm · check-out at 11 am
- Good to know
- Pets allowed, possible restrictions · non-smoking · parties and events not allowed · car recommended
Staying at Château des Tours: a large family house with mountain views
To stay at Château des Tours is to rent a whole house rather than a single room. The Expedia listing, titled as a large family house with panoramic views, is run by a private host. The photos show a large historic building with several towers at the end of a gravel path, and a viewpoint from which the mountains can be seen. Inside there is a dining room with a round table and chandelier, a bedroom with a herringbone parquet floor, a sitting room with a fireplace, a billiard table and a bright kitchen.
The listing details the equipment of a self-contained home: three bathrooms with shower or bath, an equipped kitchen (oven, hob, microwave, dishwasher, fridge, toaster, kettle), a separate dining area, washing machine, iron, television, DVD player and stereo. Bed linen and towels are provided, and a laundry is mentioned.
For the evenings the house has a billiard table, table tennis, a games room, board games, books and a video library. Outside, a garden with a barbecue and garden furniture extends the stay. Housekeeping is only available on a limited basis, so it is best to plan to leave the place tidy.
Photos of Château des Tours
Château des Tours in Ayse and local history
- 15th century – Two castles are established in the parish of Ayse: La Motte and Tours. The Château des Tours is then a fortress of the Montvuagnard family.
- 1682 – Both castles are cited in the Theatrum Sabaudiæ, a collection of views of the Duchy of Savoy.
- 18th century – The old fortress of Tours is destroyed, according to Wikipedia.
- 19th century – A new château, called Château Blanc, is built on the site of the old fortress.
- 1860 – Savoy is united with France after the plebiscite of 22–23 April, in which 99.8% of Savoyards answer “yes”.
Wikipedia mentions a “château des Tours” in the heritage list for Ayse, without a dedicated article. The Expedia listing carries the same name, but it does not tell us whether the accommodation occupies the old fortress, Château Blanc or another building: these historical landmarks therefore describe the place and its surroundings rather than the accommodation itself.
Around the village, the feudal history of the Faucigny is everywhere. The Maison forte de la Motte, said to date from the 15th century, overlooks the village centre in ruins; a few kilometres away, the castles of Bonneville and Faucigny recall the role of the lords of Faucigny in controlling the Arve valley.
Facilities and services at Château des Tours
The details below come from the Expedia listing (as of 14 Oct 2026); check the number of bedrooms and beds before booking.
Accommodation
- Three bathrooms (shower or bath)
- Equipped kitchen and separate dining area
- Fireplace and central heating
- Bed linen and towels provided
- Washing machine, dishwasher and iron
- Wi-Fi in all rooms
Leisure
- Billiards
- Table tennis
- Games room and board games
- Books and video library
- Television, DVD player and stereo
Outdoors
- Garden
- Barbecue
- Garden furniture
- On-site parking
Services and rules
- Laundry
- Housekeeping available on a limited basis
- Pets allowed, possible restrictions
- Non-smoking property
- Parties and events not allowed
Where Château des Tours is: between Bonneville, the Môle and Annecy
Ayse is a commune in the Arve valley, east of Bonneville. It lies on the southern foot of the Môle, a 1,863 m mountain whose shape, depending on the angle, resembles a volcano, and which in fine weather offers a view over almost the whole department. The village has given its name to a sparkling wine, the AOC Vin de Savoie Ayze, grown on well-exposed slopes.
According to the Expedia listing, Bonneville station is about 4 minutes away by car (or about twenty minutes on foot) and Geneva airport about 45 minutes. The listing recommends a car. Among nearby sights it lists the Château de Faucigny, the Plateau des Glières, Lac Bénit and the Morsullaz chairlift, as well as the resort of La Clusaz.
Further afield, Annecy is about thirty kilometres away, and Chamonix and the Mont Blanc massif about forty: enough for day trips, in summer and in winter.
Distances (as the crow flies from Château des Tours)
| Château de Bonneville | approx. 700 m |
| Bonneville (centre) | approx. 1 km |
| Ayse (village) | approx. 1.5 km |
| Le Môle | approx. 4 km |
| Ruins of the Château de Faucigny | approx. 6 km |
| Plateau des Glières | approx. 15 km |
| La Clusaz | approx. 20 km |
| Annecy | approx. 29 km |
| Chamonix-Mont-Blanc | approx. 39 km |
| Mont Blanc (summit) | approx. 44 km |
Distances calculated as the crow flies from the listing's coordinates; driving times to the station and airport are taken from the Expedia listing.
Things to see around Château des Tours
Le Môle
approx. 4 km
A 1,863 m mountain overlooking Bonneville and Ayse, a landmark visible for dozens of kilometres. The hike to the summit offers a 360° panorama over Lake Geneva and the Mont Blanc massif.
Ruins of the Château de Faucigny
approx. 6 km
Ruins of an 11th-century fortress, the cradle of the lords of Faucigny who controlled the Arve valley, later the seat of a castellany from the 13th to the 16th century.
Plateau des Glières
approx. 15 km
A perched valley in the Bornes massif at an average altitude of 1,450 m, home to the national Resistance monument commemorating the events of March 1944.
Annecy
approx. 29 km
The prefecture of Haute-Savoie, between lake and Pre-Alps, historic residence of the counts of Geneva in the 13th century. The Palais de l'Isle stands on the Thiou canal.
Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
approx. 39 km
A mountain commune at the foot of the Mont Blanc massif, which enters history in 1091. It hosted the first Winter Olympics in 1924.
Tours & activities near Château des Tours
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Canyoning Annecy Montmin Sensations
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Annecy Segway Tour - 2h
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Annecy Segway Tour - 1h
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Annecy Segway Tour - 1h30
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Sensation paragliding flight over the magnificent Lake Annecy
On D-Day, arrive 15 minutes before the schedule set at the Doussard paragliding landing base. On board a mini-bus, you will reach the take-off area …
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Explore Annecy in 60 minutes with a Local
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Electric mountain biking in Annecy
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Who is Château des Tours for?
Families
A whole house with three bathrooms, an equipped kitchen, billiards, table tennis and a garden: the listing emphasises family stays.
Groups of friends
Games room, fireplace, a big table and a barbecue: the house suits get-togethers, provided the ban on parties is respected.
Mountain lovers
The Môle, the Plateau des Glières, La Clusaz and the Mont Blanc massif are within driving distance, in summer and winter.
History lovers
The castles of Bonneville and Faucigny, the Maison forte de la Motte and the old town of Annecy tell the story of northern Savoy.
Good to know before booking Château des Tours
- Check-in is from 5 pm and check-out is by 11 am.
- The listing is run by a private host: the cancellation terms are those set by that host.
- Pets are allowed, with possible restrictions: contact the property for details.
- Parties and group events are strictly forbidden on site.
- The property is non-smoking; the host asks guests to use the ashtrays outside.
- Photo ID and a credit or debit card or a deposit may be requested on arrival.
- The listing recommends arriving by car.
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Frequently asked questions
Can you stay overnight at Château des Tours in Ayse?
Yes, it can be booked on Expedia. It is a large family holiday home run by a private host and presented under the name Château des Tours.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, according to the listing pets are allowed, with possible restrictions. Contact the property for details.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is possible from 5 pm and check-out is at 11 am.
Is there parking on site?
Yes, the listing says parking spaces are available on the property's grounds.
How far is Bonneville station?
Bonneville station is about 4 minutes by car, or about twenty minutes on foot, according to the Expedia listing.
What is there to see near Château des Tours?
The Château de Bonneville is under 1 km away, the Môle and the ruins of the Château de Faucigny 4 to 6 km, the Plateau des Glières about fifteen kilometres, and Annecy about thirty.
Photos of the accommodation, guest reviews and available dates are all in the Château des Tours listing on Expedia.
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