Chateau La Durantaye - Fantastic and glamorous Chateau
Chateau/Castle with 16 Bedrooms, Sleeps 30, Garden, Swimming Pool
In the heart of Perigord lies our magnificent 19th Century Chateau Durantaye. Built in 1840, it has recently been refurbished to the highest standard of luxury. Each room has been carefully decorated with traditional colours and wallpaper from Farrow and Ball, and furnished with antiques and works of art. All bathrooms are of the highest standard. Each bedroom has a TV and DVD and telephone. The Chateau Durantaye comprises of 12 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms, 5 of which are en-suites, sleeping up to 24 guests. The property is set in 12 acres of beautifully kept gardens, complete with fruit orchards, a swimming pool and badminton court. The Chateau Durantaye is an historic landmark in French history. This was once the palatial home of Marashal Bugeaud, the Duke d'Isly. The Duke served under Napoleon.
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Chateau La Durantaye
Chateau La Durantaye
Chateau La Durantaye
Chateau La Durantaye
Chateau La Durantaye
Chateau La Durantaye
The Chateau comprises of 12 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms, 5 of which are en-suites sleeping 24 guests. The self contained luxury Gite has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms to sleep an extra 8. The chateau has a discreet traditional elegance, together with modern appliances. Chateau - The basement has a large spare kitchen and wine cellar. The ground floor has a large drawing room, 2 formal dining rooms, a snooker room, a superb modern well equipped kitchen, a library, television room, a fully equipped office, 2 WC’s, and a large terrace with garden furniture for up to 40 people. The first floor has 2 huge double suites, which come with a sitting room and en-suite bathroom. There are a further 3 double bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms. The second floor has 7 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1 shower room. Please note all rooms are non-smoking.
Outside enjoy the is 12 acres of park land, a swimming pool (12x6m) with fence and alarm, 12 luxurious sun beds with tables. There is also a table tennis table, badminton court, bicycles and a BBQ area for 40 guests. The gardens are surrounded by a wall and fence so children and animals can run free!
Please note that full property descriptions, photographs, availability & prices are kept up to date on my website which you can visit by clicking on my personal website link below.
Facilities for this holiday chateau/castle in Mussidan, Aquitaine/Dordogne
Cooker, Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Iron. Modern and well equipped.
General:
Real Fire, Central Heating, Maid Service, Telephone, House Linen, Towels Provided, Internet Access. The house is well furnished with all the mod cons.
Dining:
There is a huge mahogany dining table in the elegant dinning room (with fireplace).
Entertainment:
Terrestrial TV, Satellite TV, Video, DVD, Radio, CD System, Board Games. There is also a pool room in the chateai.
Outside:
Private Pool, Terrace, Garden, BBQ, Parking, Balcony, Garden Furniture. Private grounds. Superb garden with terrace and pool.
Suitability:
Children Welcome, Not Suitable For Wheelchairs, Pets Allowed.
There is no ground floor bedroom.
Local activities in and around Mussidan, Aquitaine/Dordogne
Within 15 minutes of the chateau there is a lake (with beach sand) for fishing, water skiing and canoeing. There are also local tennis courts and horse riding facilities. Within walking distance of the chateau one can find 2 bakeries, 1 butcher, 1 supermarket and there's an outdoor market once a week in the village. Wine tastings can be held at the château. There are large supermarkets in St Yrieux. Within 15 minutes there are several excellent restaurants. Bergerac is 128km from the chateau.
Rental Notes: Security deposit: €1500. This is paid on arrival and will be refunded in full after departure subject to damage inspection. Linen & towels: All linen and bath towels are included in the rental price. Energy costs: Included in the rental price in between June and September. October to the end of May energy is charged at cost, payable on site. End of stay cleaning: A cleaner is provided 3 hours, 3 times a week. Arrival time: 4pm onwards (flexible). Departure time: 10am (flexible). Pets: Allowed!
Smoking: No smoking in the property. It is recommended that all guests take out insurance to cover against potential cancellation and any accidental damage caused during your stay at the property.
Guestbook
""We indulged in fantasies of nobility"" - Gavanndra Hodge Evening Standard Magazine 30/5/200
Availability of Chateau La Durantaye
This property is normally available
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and December each year.
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Owner joined site on:
15 May 2008
Property listed since:
31 May 2008
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