We had a lovely lunch at Le St. Michel. During the hunting season, hunters provide game from the adjacent woods. 103 pl. St-Michel, Chambord, France. The village of Chambord is as tiny as its château is massive. Its leading landmark is this historic hotel, a revamped country house set at the edge of the woods across the lawn from the château. Guest rooms once boasted fabled views of the palace but towering oak trees now block the view from all but two. No matter -- this is a most enjoyable hotel, with a cozy lobby, solidly bourgeois guest rooms, and a 19th-century-flavored restaurant. Adorned with mounted deer heads, majolica serving platters, and thick curtains, this room has ambiance to spare. The fare is local, hearty (including deer pâté, pike-perch with fennel, and game in the fall), attractively priced, and there's a pleasant café-terrace facing the château -- just the place for reflection while sipping a drink. 39 rooms, 25 with bath, 13 with shower. Restaurant, tennis court, some pets allowed (fee); no a/c. MC, V. Closed mid-Nov.-mid-Dec. Full breakfast.