The Unforgettable Dordogne Chateau
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Nouvelle-Aquitaine
80 guests
Sleeps 18
Brive, 35 mins
From 16,500

Steeped in luxury and timeless charm, discover a truly beautiful venue for your Dordogne wedding.

A wedding at this splendid venue will perhaps be one of the most extraordinary experiences you will ever have.

Description

A luxurious, fairytale hilltop chateau overlooking one of France’s most beautiful regions – the Dordogne’s Perigord Noir. Completely modernised, the chateau retains all its original classic features whilst providing luxurious living with extraordinary period charm.

Surrounded by a 100 acre forest providing stunning views from the high cliff edges and allowing for strolls up through the forest to the dilapidated walls of ancient Roman church ruin.

Rent this luxury venue for a weekend or even an entire week and the staff will be on hand to look after your every wish from catering and planning, parties and excursions and much more.

With a clifftop luxury pool, relaxing courtyards, historic ramparts, Al Fresco outdoor dining overlooking the Dordogne river, multi terraced gardens and a state-of-the-art private luxurious spa with a steam room, a zen waterfall, a yoga studio and a fully equipped gym - you and your guests will enjoy an unforgettable experience in the most beautiful surroundings.

YOUR WEDDING
Whatever your vision is for your memorable event, you will endure a jaw dropping experience that will be remembered forever.

A large variety of event spaces from the courtyards to the ramparts the gardens to the forest, provides an amazing opportunity to have an absolutely unique experience. And of course, there is the Chateau itself. Remodeled to a 5 star standard with each room absolutely uniquely appointed. And of course the Royal Suite for the groom and bride.

There are many unique romantic opportunities for your event. Taking your vows in one of many different places, depending on your preference. Dining al fresco overlooking the Dordogne Valley. Having an enchanted forest event – wine tasting or band or dining. Listening to a string quartet in the biblioteque. Performing a vigil in the dilapidated ancient Roman church on the top of the hill. Dancing in the ancient courtyard by the side of an ancient stone 15m waterfall. Taking a hike to the ancient caves overlooking the Dordogne valley. Performing a hillside firework display over the entire Dordogne valley …

Whatever your dream may be, we have many options. If you need a wedding planner, we offer that too.

Originally built as an 11th century mansion overlooking the Dordogne valley, the current building was restored in the nineteenth century in an inspired revival resulting in this fairy tale chateau.

The chateau has an extraordinary history in its millennia. It played a role in the 14th century During the Hundred Years War by harbouring soldiers and providing a strategic location for observation.

The Chateau is ideally located for your exploration of this extraordinary region which contains over a thousand chateaux, many Michelin restaurants, famous markets, Knight Templar citadels and not to mention the overwhelming number of activities in the region – canoeing, cycling, rock climbing, hot air ballooning and many, many more.

ACCOMMODATION
The Chateau offers many luxurious and classic living spaces as well as nine highly appointed bedroom suites, sleeping 18 guests, all overlooking the Dordogne valley. Each bedroom suite has a theme and every detail has been carefully matched. The first floor of the chateau has bedroom suites from the renaissance era and the second floor has bedroom suites of the medieval era, representing the different eras of the chateaus existence:

A Royal suite featuring its own turret, a luxurious bathroom, a sitting area with magnificent views and a separate bedroom featured with a tall stone cathedral vaulted ceiling and stain glass windows
A grande salon with extraordinary painted ceilings and a massive fireplace
A large classic French gourmet chef kitchen
A period biblioteque with an original tapestry, oil paintings and many interesting artefacts
A period dining room with original classic features, painted walls, original chandeliers – all fit for the kings
A large enclosed courtyard and two outside lounge areas for evening relaxing
An outside dining area overlooking the Dordogne valley

Exclusively yours for your wedding day.

Prices start from 16,500 euros for exclusive hire for four nights which includes luxury accommodation for 18 guests. Please do get in touch for more information and we will be more than happy to help.

Location

Ah, Nouvelle-Aquitaine! Home to Aquitaine, Limousin and Poitou-Charentes. This is quite possibly the ideal wedding destination for any happy couple.

Aquitaine is home to Bordeaux and it is more than possible for you to get married near to the breath-taking Dordogne, or even near the Basque Villages. This is along the Spanish border and there is so much for you to see and do. The hot springs that are in Nouvelle-Aquitaine are not to be missed and this is great if you want to pamper yourself after the big day. Poitou-Charentes is on the Atlantic Coast and the sandy white beaches are culturally stimulating ad the most beautiful location to get married in France. Famous for its beautiful architecture as well as its incredible food and wine, This region has it all. Castles from yesteryear adorn every hilltop and the region is a must for anyone who enjoys their food. Local specilaities include truffles, foie gras, prunes and of course wine, so every wedding will be full of amazing cuisine and your guests will not be disappointed. If it is the classic French chateau that you are after for your wedding in France then you have to conside Nouvelle Aquitaine and the surrounding areas!

Of course, you also have the Marias Poitevan wetlands, and this is not to be missed either. You can get to this area via train and flights also run to this area as well. This is easily one of the most beautiful areas for wedding venues in the whole of France and the activities there include horse riding, wine-tasting and relaxing on some of the sandy shores. The region features many destinations with cultural and touristic significance locations like the Citadel of Blaye, Saint-Emilion, La Rochelle, Aquarium, Arcachon and the Dune du Pilat. All of these areas have a rich historical background that could be considered when choosing wedding venues in the region. Nothing can quite compare to the experience you will get when you visit this location, and it is one of the best places for you to say those special words, “I Do!”.

Reviews

  • Simply incredible in every possible way!

    The owners have restored this stunning historic castle to it's full glory sympathetically and yet including every high end mod con, from the top of the range cooker in the kitchen, to the copper roll top bath (that I have been coveting myself for some time!) - every bathroom is exquisite (most of them set in their own round tower)

    The multiple rooms include a stone vaulted kitchen breakfast room, a dining room fit for The Knights of the Templar, multiple reception rooms including a huge library room and at least 10 bedroom suites that are ALL exquisite! I stayed in the Royal Suite with the bedroom in a tower with stone mullion windows and the original stained glass tacked onto the stone and I felt like a true Princess, waking up to view over her vast lands!

    The setting is just extraordinary, the front facade and terrace command a breathtaking view over the valley down the river with virtually a 270 degree panoramic view that keeps your entertained for hours. The surrounding woodland, flora and fauna are so lush that it creates a morning mist that is so beautiful that you think you have been teleported to a fairytale enchanted castle.

    The owners, who are as equally as enchanting, went out of their way to look after with a level of kindness and professionalism that is second to none.
    Clare Guy, 2020
  • Words cannot describe the beauty and majesty of this Chateau. From the bedrooms there is a spectacular view of the Dordogne river and the region dotted with lovely villages, the grounds are impeccably maintained with trees, flowers and an outdoor pool. The kitchen is massive and well-equipped for cooking elaborate meals. And the terrace is perfect for a celebratory dinner overlooking the valley. Our stay was unforgettable
    Nikki Rochon Kaiser, 2019
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Contact Us

For further information please contact The Unforgettable Dordogne Chateau.

You can speak to us in: French & English

Features

  • Golf course nearby

  • Internet access

  • Baby friendly (cots, changing facilities)

  • Maid service

  • Gym Equipment

  • Swimming pool

  • Hotel recommendation list

  • Recommended wedding planner

  • Recommended suppliers list available

  • Recommended caterer

  • Nearest Airport

  • Breakfast included

  • All Inclusive Option

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