Villa Fr5080

Description

The fairy tale castle will astound you as soon as you step inside, exceeding all you expectations.

Recently transformed by the owners, this hilltop castle has a remarkable period charm, full of historic features.
These traditional aspects are complemented by the nine, sumptuous, modern ensuite bedrooms.
The grand salon is the perfect location for gathering with family and friends whilst you prepare feasts in the modern kitchen.
A period dining room is the perfect place for dining by candle light.

Each of the bedrooms are themed, with one inspired by Versailles.
Stain glass windows and a grand copper bathtub adorn the Royal Suite.

The inviting courtyard is the ideal place for dining al-fresco, or enjoy the cliff side swimming pool, perfect for relaxing.
The villas 32 hectare estate is full of woodland, old stone walls and an ancient church, perfect for hiking and discovering the wildlife.

VIP services can be arranged with champagne reception and a chef service available on request.
Helicopter or car transfers can be booked.
Perigord Noir is within a short distance away where you can sample the restaurants and explore some of the most idyllic villages and towns.

Chateau Interiors

Ground Floor

-    Grand salon with comfortable sofas, large decorative fireplace, historic furnishings and painted ceilings
-    Period dining room with large decorative fireplace, medieval chandelier, original fleur-de-lis tiles and dining table for up to 20 guests
-    Modernised period kitchen with vaulted ceilings, well-equipped including gas hob, oven, microwave, dishwasher, American fridge, coffee maker and toaster. Long dining table and doors leading to al-fresco dining courtyard
-    Guest WC x 2

First Floor

-    Historic library with sound-system, high-painted ceilings, original book shelves with 17th- 19th century books and large chandelier
-   Bedroom 1 with king-size bed, mirrored antique furniture and en suite bathroom in turret with walk-in shower 
-    Bedroom 2 with super king-size leather bed, Dordogne river and valley views and en suite bathroom with double sink and walk-in shower
-    Bedroom 3 with four-poster double bed and en suite art-deco style bathroom with walk-in shower
-    Bedroom 4 with super king-size bed, opulent furnishings and en suite marble bathroom with double sink and shower
-    Bedroom 5 with king-size bed, flamboyant furnishings and en suite marble bathroom with walk-in shower

Second Floor  

-    Bedroom 6 with super king-size bed, furnishings inspired by Provence and en suite bathroom in turret (via five narrow steps) with stand alone bath, hand-held shower, double sink and panoramic valley views
-    Bedroom 7 with twin beds, tapestry wallpaper, valley and river views and en suite bathroom with double sink and walk-in shower 
-    Bedroom 8 with super-king bed, hand-carved furnishings, discreet WC behind the armoire-style door and en suite bathroom with shower, double sink and stain glass windows
-    Royal Suite (Bedroom 9) refurbished to original style. Bedroom with super king-size double bed, discreet LED lighting and stain glass window. Living room with sofas and copper stand-alone bath. En suite bathroom with shower and stain glass window

Outside Grounds

-    Cliff-top swimming pool on two levels (shallow children’s pool area and main pool, 5x7m, depth: up to 2.5m). Features two safety alarms and is enclosed by walled and fenced area
-    Sun-loungers and umbrellas
-    Pool house with shower and WC
-    Large enclosed courtyard with al-fresco dining area and LED lighting
-    Barbecue
-    Water feature in courtyard with pond and 5m high waterfall
-    Al-fresco dining terrace with Dordogne valley views
-    Cliff top al-fresco lounge area
-    Yoga centre and meditation deck (overlooking forests)
-    Gym and wellness centre with steam room and zen waterfall
-    Chateau gardens
-    Extensive grounds (30 hectares) featuring private hiking paths, woodland, stone walls, wells and ruins of a Roman church

Facilities

-    Wi-Fi
-    Air-conditioning (bedrooms only)
-    Heating
-    Bathrobes
-    Yoga centre and meditation deck (overlooking forests)
-    Wellness centre and gym
-    Trampoline
-    Washing machine and dryer


Reached by a breathtaking driveway, Château Les Tourelles is set in 30 hectares of glorious grounds featuring forests, hills and amazing views of the Dordogne river and valley. Explore the estate, discover local flora, wander through the ancient woods and you may even come across wild boars. There’s old stone walls, wells and even the ruins of a 12th century church.  You can walk down to the Dordogne river and enjoy a picnic on the banks of the river, looking over towards another impressive castle on the other side.

The nearest village is around a 15-minute walk through the forests or just five minutes in the car – here you will find a boulangerie as well as a small grocery store with some fresh produce as well as other basics. Furthermore, at the end of the château’s winding drive is a charming little bar and restaurant which has live music on a Friday evening. Also within walking distance is somewhere to hire bikes and kayaks.

For a good choice of restaurants, artisan shops, lovely cafes as well as a supermarket, head to Souillac (13km), about a 15 to 20-minute drive away. Don’t miss the Friday morning market and take time to visit the lovely Abbey Sainte-Marie. Golf-lovers will appreciate the Résidence Souillac Golf & Country Club, around a 25-minute drive away.

Gourmands can experience some of the region's very best cuisine at one of the many restaurants within a short drive, ranging from rustic establishments serving regional fare to high-end cuisine at one of the nine Michelin-rated establishments nearby.

Follow the Dordogne river west and you will soon reach famous villages such as Domme (20km), La Roque-Gageac (21km) and Castelnaud-la-Chapelle (27km). Visit idyllic castles such as Château de Beynac and discover beautiful gardens such as those in Eyrignac or the Jardins de Marqueyssac in Vézac. Hire canoes for a day exploring the Dordogne or have picnics by the riverside; this is the Perigord Noir at its very best.

The famous town of Sarlat-la-Canéda (17km) is also within easy reach. It’s well known for its foie-gras and truffles and has a wonderful weekly market on a Saturday as well as gastronomic shops and gourmet restaurants. The historic architecture is incredible and you can spend hours exploring the narrow lanes of the old town.

Saint-Amand-de-Coly (30km) to the north, classified as one of France’s ‘Plus Beaux Villages’, is an ideal place to visit alongside the pre-historic Lascaux caves near Montignac (35km). You are also near the border with the Lot department which is filled with yet more beautiful villages such as Gourdon (18km) with its charming honey-coloured houses and Rocamadour (38km), an amazing place to visit. Wine-lovers could even travel as far as Cahors (60km) and its vineyards which produce some of the finest wines in the world.