Chateau de Carsac

Perfect for family holidays or groups of friends, Chateau de Carsac is an former wine chateau set in the heart of historic Dordogne, among rolling hills, vineyards and fortified towns. Set in beautiful parkland, with extensive gardens, terraces and a heated swimming pool, there's room for everyone to play, swim and relax.

Situated on the edge of the village of Carsac-de-Gurson, with views out over the valley below, the chateau is within easy reach of Bordeaux and Bergerac airports. The surrounding villages and countryside offer restaurants, markets and vineyards. 1km away, the Lac de Gurson has a beach, cafe, swimming and kayaking. St Emilion is 30 minutes away. Bordeaux, Perigueux, the Atlantic coast or the upper Dordogne all make wonderful day trips.

There are also two one bedroom cottages in the grounds of the chateau. These can rented alongside the main house. If you would like to do so, please contact us.

Bedrooms
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The chateau has five bedrooms, all on the first floor. Two are en-suite, the others share a family bathroom. Folding beds or cots for children can be added to any of the chateau bedrooms.

The Tower room is the largest bedroom in the chateau, with a king size bed and ensuite bathroom with shower and bath. Bright and airy, the windows overlook the church of Carsac-de-Gurson on one side, and the chateau gardens on the other.

Overlooking the ancient church and the village of Carsac-de-Gurson beyond, the Church room has beautiful wooden floorboards, a feature fireplace, and en-suite bathroom as well as a double bed.

Open the shutters in the Garden room, and the morning sun streams through the south facing windows that look out over the garden. There's a double bed, and a connecting (but lockable) door to the Valley room.

Combining traditional French furniture, with contemporary linens and throws, the Valley is a lovely double bedroom with fabulous views. There is a connecting (but lockable) door to the Garden room.

The Village room is cheerful in yellow and blue, and with both double and single bed is great for kids, or for parents to stay in the same room as a younger child. It faces north, towards the church and mairie of the village.

Downstairs
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Downstairs in the chateau are two lounges - the Library and Sunroom - dining room, kitchen and a cloakroom.

With huge sofas, shelves full of books to read, and a wood-burning stove, the Library is cosy in winter, and naturally cool in the summer. We hope you won't have to work while you're at the chateau, but in case you do, the adjoining study in the base of the tower is the perfect place.

With double doors opening to the main terrace, the Sunroom brings the outside in. Large windows overlook the valley, there are sofas for lounging, a selection of board games, kids toys and a TV with UK freesat, French cable, a DVD player and selection of movies.

Perfect for getting everyone together for dinner when its too chilly to eat outside, the dining room seats twelve in style. With a mixture of traditional fittings and contemporary touches, its a lovely place to linger over the cheeseboard.

The kitchen is fully equipped to take advantage of the amazing produce of the Dordogne. There's a range cooker, fridge/freezer, wine fridge, dishwasher, microwave, Nespresso machine, and a breakfast table seating six.

Outdoors
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Surrounded by a rose garden, with the stunning backdrop of the church of Carsac-de-Gurson, the 9x5m pool is heated, and open May to September. Relax with a book on the sun loungers, take a cooling dip, or splash around with pool toys and inflatables. Next to the pool, the loggia provides a shady place to relax.

The chateau terrace enjoys stunning views over the valley, vineyards and the Chateau-de-Gurson. There's nowhere better to relax with an aperitif as the afternoon turns to evening. The terrace table seats ten, with a parasol to provide shade on the hottest days.

In front of the chateau, three lawns are bordered with herbs and flowering shrubs. Choose lounge chairs if someone already took prime spot in the hammock, or get involved in a game of pétanque, ping pong or swing ball.

Outside the garden, six acres of grounds surround the chateau, containing an orchard, two lakes and several wildflower meadows. You can picnic, or look out for deer, coypu, waterbirds and countless butterflies. There's space for big family games, and quiet spots to sit and watch the sunset.

The orchard is one of the joys of life at Chateau de Carsac. From spring through to autumn there are fruits and nuts: plums, cherries, peaches, apricots, almonds, apples, pears, blackberries and figs. We invite you to pick whatever is ripe during your stay.
Ideal for families and fully equipped for babies and children with cots, high chairs and toys.

Essentials
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The chateau will be fully cleaned and made up before your arrival. Extra cleaning during your stay can be arranged at extra cost.
Our house managers (English and French speaking) will meet you on arrival and are available for any issues or problems during your stay. They can also arrange babysitting or grocery shopping.

All bedlinen is provided, as are towels for the bathrooms and pool/beach towels. There is a washing machine.
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There is wifi throughout.

We have UK television channels, DVD player with movies and (in the chateau) Sonos sound system.

Outdoor games, pool toys, indoor toys and board games are provided. There are a selection of books to read in the chateau library.

The chateau has underfloor (geothermal) heating on the ground floor, and electric heaters in the bedrooms. The library has a woodburner. Each of the smaller cottages has a wood burner.
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The nearest bakery is in the neighbouring village of St Martin-de-Gurson, less than a five minute drive away, or alternatively a beautiful 20 minute walk through woods and vineyards.
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The village of Villefranche-de-Lonchat is 5 minutes drive away, and has a bakery, small grocery store, restaurants and a Friday night market during the summer. The bakery offer fresh bread delivery each day.

Major supermarkets are just over 10 minutes drive away in Montpon-Menestrol.
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Bikes can be hired from a local company who will deliver and collect from the chateau.

Safety and Accessibility
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The swimming pool is alarmed, but not fenced, though the house and terraces are gated so can be shut off from the pool.

As two hundred year old buildings, the chateau and cottages have some uneven surfaces and high walls. There are several steps up to the chateau entrances.

There are two lakes, and a pond, in the chateau park.

More details
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For more details, please don't hesitate to contact us.