Petit Château in Bordeaux, Aquitaine

Petit Château Self-Catering

Located in a small Dordogne village, this Château was originally built in the sixteenth century, but then in the mid-1800s, it was unusually split into five apartments. This home commands the right-wing of the Château and it has been lovingly restored while retaining much of its original character with four-metre high ceilings, exposed beams, antique mirrors, and wood panelling in the elegant salon decorated with rich tapestries, rugs and stunning Baccarat crystal chandeliers.

Why not start your mornings here with croissants for breakfast at the bistro table in your private south-facing garden as you listen to the sound of church bells? Then, journey to the river Dordogne – reachable in eight minutes by car – and canoe up the waters to enjoy some beautiful countryside views.

Wine lovers are in a perfect location here with vineyards – some of which are biodynamic – surrounding the village. Tours and tastings are, of course, on offer with three wine-tasting cellars which can be reached in as little as five minutes on foot. In the evening we would love to enjoy the bottle of wine from our welcome hamper or our favourite pick from a wine tasting, sipped alfresco in our private garden.

For dinner, you could wander to one of a handful of local restaurants in the village – one of which even has a pool. While in the summer, a pop-up pizzeria appears weekly. Or, indulge in the full relaxing holiday experience and hand over the reins to a chef while you unwind in regal elegance in the home’s salon. This magnificent and historic apartment is a truly wonderful base from which to explore this beautiful part of Southern France.

Home truths:
*At full occupancy, two guests will be sleeping on the sofa bed in the living area
*One well-behaved dog is welcome to accompany you during your stay
*Although its part of a larger Château, the apartment is private – as in the garden area which is located on a separate lower level
*Due to the thick stone walls and ceilings the mobile phone signal can sometimes be unpredictable
*This home is not suitable for children under the age of five – there is an open staircase in the kitchen
*Due to the location of this home, we recommend hiring a car to get the most out of your stay
*This home has an alarm system fitted
*There is an on-site Property Manager available for emergencies and enquiries