Chateaux in the Dordogne

Below are some brief descriptions of the luxury chateaux and castles that we have in the Dordogne. Please click on any chateau that you are interested in for full details.

Chateau la Durantaye: The superbly impressive Chateau la Durantaye was built in 1840 and has been fully restored to the maximum standard of luxury. Every room in this chateau is exquisite and grand, and has to be seen to be believed. The Chateau la Durantaye is an historic landmark in French history; once the palatial home of the Duke d'Isly, Marashal Bugeaud. This château can sleep 28 on site and is a perfect venue for holidays, conferences and weddings in France.

Le Prieuré Birand: Immaculate chateau with 6 luxury suites to sleep up to 13. The historic Le Prieuré Birand commands superb views over the village.

Chateau de Marcusin: The Chateau de Marcusin is a truly delightful 18th century chateau. The chateau built for an aristocratic 'gentilhomme'. The owner Veronique couldn’t be more charming. The vast and private grounds are beautifully kept. Each room in the chateau has a fireplace. Pets are allowed and there is a private pool for guests. The Chateau de Marcusin is a superb property which comes highly recommended by previous guests.

Chateau de Linde: The Chateau de Linde is a unique property with an unparalleled location and setting. This is a luxury holiday chateau with pool overlooking the Dordogne.

Chateau de la Chaine: The Chateau de la Chaine is a superb family chateau and is excellent value for money. 20 people can be accommodated very comfortably in the chateau’s 10 bedrooms. The Chateau de la Chaine has a pool, a private garden, a games room and internet access.

Chateau de Sioraque: Luxury chateau that has been recently renovated and finished to the highest standards. All of the bedrooms are en-suite and any amount of catering is available by the owners who live on site. The swimming pool is situated within the formal gardens that include 2000 boxwoods & 400 rose bushes!

Chateau les Pins: The Chateau les Pins is a truly authentic 18 century countryside residence. The chateau is steeped in tradition, in the 18th century this was the residence of the Viscounts of Montbazillac. The Chateau les Pins is fully modernized and yet has been kept strictly and traditionally French. The chateau is now a national monument and is available for your holidays! 15 can be accommodated on site and there is private pool and internet access.

Chateau de Lacosse: Romantic, serene & luxurious chateau that can sleep 21 in the chateau and 11 in the farmhouse. The chateau has incredible grounds, 2 swimming pools, and fantastic villages nearby. Spectacular chateau.

Chateau de Rasse: The chateau lies in the heart of the Dordogne near Sarlat. There are 17 bedrooms in total (almost all en-suite) and enough activities on site that the children will never get bored (including two swimming pools, a steam room, a trampoline, a snooker table, deer, goats and donkeys).

Chateau de Sadilac: The Chateau de Sadilac is a superb self catered chateau to sleep up to 15 guests. Hielko the owner ensures all your needs are met. The Chateau de Sadilac comes complete with a private tennis court, a fishing lake, a 9 hole golf course and a swimming pool! The chateau is excellently furnished and has something for everyone.

Chateau du Camp: When not rented to large groups the chateau is run as a family hotel so you will have all the benefits that a hotel offers (all bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms, staff on reception, use of the restaurant etc.) but with the privacy that exclusive hire offers. The chateau also has a bar, a games room and a private swimming pool.

Chateau de Cassenac: The chateau & cottage can be rented together or separately as each has its own private pool and gardens. The chateau sits on top a hill with magnificent panoramic views of the Dordogne Valley. Daily maid service is included in the rental price. A truly luxury chateau rental!

Ferme de Cassenac: This attractive cottage sits in the grounds of the magnificent Chateau de Cassenac but can be rented independently with its own grounds & swimming pool. Each bedroom has its own bathroom.

Maison de Cassenac: This is another luxury cottage that sits in the grounds of the Chateau de Cassenac. It can be rented independently with its own grounds & swimming pool or along with the chateau & Ferme. Each bedroom has its own bathroom.

Chateau de Cardou: Great little chateau for a slightly smaller group (1 or 2 families) with private swimming pool (and helipad)! Located within the wooded hills of the Dordogne Valley, the chateau is classified as a ‘Historical Residence of Character’.

Chateau de la Borgonie: Family chateau (that dates back to the 14th Century) with private pool set in 20 acres of grounds. Maid service is also included in the rental price (3 times weekly).

Chateau Lesperet: This luxury chateau has an en-suite bathroom to every bedroom, an indoor heated pool, a billiard room and a sauna. Daily maid service is included in the rental price and any amount of catering or additional service is available from Myriam the hostess.

Chateau le Bou: The Chateau le Bou offers accommodation in a privately owned annexe of a huge chateau estate. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming at the Chateau le Bou. The 9 guests can enjoy the tennis court (private lessons are available) and a private swimming pool and terrace. The accommodation is excellent value for money.

Chateau de Falloye: A luxury chateau with stunning views across the Dordogne Valley. Rental also includes - exclusive hire of the chateau, pool, park and all the facilities, aperitifs on arrival, a welcome hamper, daily maid service and samples of the chateau's wines to enjoy.

Things to do whilst staying at your luxury chateau in the Dordogne:

There is no coastline for traditional beach holidays so why not spend a day at one of the sandy river beaches? The rivers are great for swimming and can also be used for a range of water sports.

The countryside is dramatic with numerous quaint towns & villages dotted throughout the region as well as countless chateaux, caves, view points & museums.

Take in the markets that overflow with local produce such as foie gras, truffles, walnuts, duck & goose.

Bergerac is a delightful city that lies on the riverbank of the Dordogne. The old town is lovely to wander through with its medieval houses & fountains on the street corners.

Sarlat should be explored via the cool and shady lanes & courtyards to the rear of the cathedral. The central square hosts a fantastic Saturday market for flowers, goie gras, truffles & other local produce.

The prehistoric painted caves of Les Eyzies and Lascaux are very popular as a day trip.

Canoeing in the Dordogne river is possible and is well suited to beginners who just want to cruise downstream for half a day soaking up the atmosphere.