South West France Chateau Hotels Guide

recommended country house hotels throughout South West France


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magnificence in a serene setting in a Sauternes grand cru vineyard - enjoy fine wines and cuisine in the Michelin-starred restaurant

Château de Lalande

Annesse-et-Beaulieu

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with extensive grounds and a pool, this charming château near Perigueux offers a tranquil and atmospheric Dordogne exploring base

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set in the Médoc wine country, an exquisite château offers history and culture, with wine tasting, sophisticated rooms and gourmet dining

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a breathtaking 13th century castle overlooking vineyards and the River Lot offers opulent rooms, a pool in a parkland setting and a tennis court

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in perhaps Périgord's best preserved medieval village, a beautiful château, elegantly furnished, offers an authentic, luxurious stay

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a delightful small hotel in a former hunting lodge surrounded by wooded countryside; the beautifully appointed rooms overlook an infinity pool

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set in the St Emilion wine-growing area, a magnificent château hotel has opulent rooms in the main building or annex and gourmet dining

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to be surrounded by nature and tranquillity, choose this charming mansion overlooking a lake - rooms are luxurious and the Italian cuisine is superb

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stay in the Dordogne area in this magnificent 17th century château or its villas, and enjoy the tennis courts, golf course and gastronomic dining

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this magnificent 15th century château near Montauban now offers elegant, wood-floored rooms with period furniture, tennis courts and two pools

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a breathtaking round-towered Renaissance château, set in formal gardens, and with a spacious interior, offers elegant period luxury in the rooms

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choose a romantic room in the château or in the annex alongside one of the two swimming pools, at this fine château B&B near the River Dordogne

Chateau La Fleunie

Condat-sur-Vézère

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a fairytale château-hotel in the Dordogne with a magnificent interior offers a poolside grill and gourmet restaurant, as well as two tennis courts

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in the midst of a wine estate near the historic town of Gaillac, a 19th century château offers elegant rooms and suites with kitchenettes

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nestled in the beautiful countryside of western Périgord, a restored farmhouse offers charming beamed rooms, a pool and gourmet dining

Alexandra Palace

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a magnificent 17th century château hotel in parkland offers a breathtaking stay, combining period grandeur with top class rooms, dining and facilities

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in a countryside setting near a lake, an exceptional eco-resort hotel with elegant suites and impressive leisure facilities, including a tennis court

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in the heart of a Bordeaux vineyard and park, a handsome country house offers elegant rooms, impeccable service and exceptional diining

Le Stelsia Resort

St-Sylvestre-sur-Lot

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an amazing period hotel decorated in a riot of quirky but chic colours and lights, and providing an array of activities for a fun-filled and relaxing stay

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