Château de Tennessus Poitou Charentes, France Restoration of the Third Floor of the Keep In December 1999 we were given approval to undertake our project to restore the top floor of the keep. This has resulted in two important developments: the creation of a third bed and breakfast room (complete with private WC/bathroom and kitchenette), which is similar in size to the two existing rooms, and just as attractive: although it does not have a fireplace, it has magnificent views in every direction and a spectacular ceiling. the re-establishment of a walkway around the parapet at the very top of the keep, with panoramic prospects over the surrounding countryside. Plans Detailed architectural plans were drawn up and agreed with the French State architect – see below, together with an artist’s impression of the new roof structure.         Echelle 1:100 Château de Tennessus Donjon Troisième Etage Création d'un Appartement Financing Financing of the works was also agreed, as follows: State 20% Region 8% Department 15% Owners 57% Progress The works began on 2 October 2000, and were completed on 30 April 2001. Preparation of the site Putting up the scaffolding Repairing the parapet walls Opening up the spiral staircase Raising the roof Assembling the roof Preparing the roof for tiling Laying the first coat of waterproofing Strip of lead for weatherproofing Tiling the roof Applying the Mortar to the Walls Roofing the Staircase Turret Finishing the North-East Tower Laying the Floorboards Home | Enquiry Form - Make Your Reservation | Confirming Your Reservation Castle Bed & Breakfast Rooms | The West Tower - Self-Catering Apartment Seminars & Film Location | Castle History | Sights & Activities Offer a Night as a Gift at Tennessus Castle Keep | Map & Directions | Visitors Book | All Seasons Photo Album | Castle Links Tennessus en français Tennessus Stables Email tennessus@wfi.fr | URL http://www.tennessus.com/ Receive free updates about Tennessus Castle and WebFrance International every 3 weeks, by subscribing to the Paris In Sites Newsletter with information on travel & tourism, restaurants, hotels & castles, language learning and education, art, multimedia, books, health & beauty and more. Created and Hosted by WebFrance International