Chateau de Rasse - Chateau with pool set in 20 acres of grounds
Chateau/Castle with 17 Bedrooms, Sleeps 30, Garden, Swimming Pool
Chateau de Rasse, situated near Sarlat in the Black Perigord region of the Dordogne, is a rustic paradise set in 20 acres of land. Facilities include two swimming pools, steam room, snooker table and trampoline, whilst the residents include goats, deer and even a few donkeys! Three stylish properties, all available together for exclusive hire, boast seven, eight and two bedrooms respectively and can accommodate groups of up to 34 guests.
The castle tower at Chateau de Rasse dates as far back as the mid 12th century. It was built as a gift to a local family who had lent their support to the French Aquitaine, who were allied to Eleanor and her English husband Richard the Lionheart in their struggle against the French king Louis VII. Extensive modifications to the Chateau de Rasse were added towards the end of 17th C.
Three independent, but closely situated properties boast a total of seventeen double or twin bedrooms. The Chateau de Rasse is available for hire either separately or alongside la maison du parc for groups of up to 34. Properties each have their own swimming pool and private garden. Fifteen of the rooms have en-suite bathrooms, and four have 4-poster beds. Each property has its own living room and kitchen with all mod-cons (including washing machine), whilst internet access is available in the chateau and a fax machine can be found in the Maison du Parc.
The chateau has 7 elegant en-suite bedrooms with large kitchen, living room, study and all mod-cons, including gas central heating. The garden is partly shaded by chestnut trees and boasts a swimming pool (secured) and garden furniture.
The Pigeonnier, although structurally part of the chateau, nonetheless manages to retain an air of privacy and individuality. It is centrally heated, making it a cosy getaway during the long winter months. The living room gives way to a fitted kitchen with all modern amenities including washing machine, dryer and microwave. Upstairs there are two bedrooms (the double room has a cot), a twin room and an attractive bathroom with separate WC. A cosy attic room makes a fine bolt-hole for a teenager.
La Maison du Parc has a fully equipped kitchen with everything an intrepid cook could ask for. There is also a reception/conference room that is a very spacious room opening onto a fine terrace. The six double bedrooms, four of which are en-suite, all have direct access to a private garden. There are two further twin bedrooms and two extra bathrooms.
The chateau itself is situated at the summit of a hill and boasts 20 acres of rolling grounds with two swimming pools, kitchen gardens, an orchard with pear, fig and cherry trees, trampoline, centennial trees and acres of wilderness and forests. The Big Field is where you’ll find the donkeys, deer and resident goat!
Facilities for this holiday chateau/castle in Cazoules, Aquitaine/Dordogne
Private Pool, Terrace, Garden, BBQ, Parking, Balcony, Garden Furniture.
Suitability:
Children Welcome, Suitable For Elderly.
Local activities in and around Cazoules, Aquitaine/Dordogne
The nearest airport is Bergerac 60km away but Toulouse and Bordeaux are also both available 150km away.
The setting of the Cheateau de Rasse is simply breathtaking: expect tree-lined hills, valleys, vineyards, walnut groves, orchards, maize and sunflower fields, foie gras farms, imposing chateaux and ancient villages and towns. The locals here are warm-hearted and friendly and the buzzword is food – you’ll find a wealth of choice here from chic gourmet to traditional family restaurants serving home-spun delicacies.
Cazoules is the closest village and only a short walk away. It has a great boulangerie and bar restaurant. Souillac (3km) is a delightful town, only 5 minutes by car, with delightful streets, quaint little shops and it’s main draw, the twelfth-century church of Ste-Marie. Romanesque sculptures and carvings grace the interior of this massive-domed structure.
The Saturday morning market in Sarlat’s market square is renowned for its vibrancy and buzz. Stunning medieval, Gothic, and 17th C architecture line the streets and a gorgeous square in the front of the Cathedral is a fine vantage point to observe the various goings-on and is also host to some good restaurants.
Top Ten Things To Do In The Dordogne: 1. Hire a canoe on the river. 2. Visit the caves at La Cave, Domme or Lascaux. The latter, situated near Montignac, contains 17,000 year-old Cro-Magnon animal paintings. 3. Stroll through the grounds and meet the donkeys and deer. Try your hand at horse riding, cycling, walking, climbing, caving or golf. Bounce on our trampoline! 4. Take a day-trip to Limoges, Brive, Cahors, Toulouse or even Paris. 5. Take a day-trip to Sarlat, La Roque Gageac – perhaps one of France’s prettiest villages, Rocamadour or Martel. 6. Visit Cordes, the jewel of the bastides. 7. Visit a vineyard in Bordeaux. 8. Relax beside the swimming pools and make a barbecue. 9. Visit the gardens of le Manoir D’Eyrignac. 10. Eat beside the river at Brantome.
Rental rates for this chateau/castle
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Low Season Rate From:
£6150.00
€6765.00
$9225.00
High Season Rate From:
£11900.00
€13090.00
$17850.00
Rental Notes: - Security deposit: €1000. 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. - End of stay cleaning: Included. - Arrival time: 4pm onwards. - Departure time: 10am. - Pets: pets are allowed but they must sleep in the accommodation that we provide for them (not in the bedrooms). - Smoking: No smoking in the property. - Additional beds: 3 additional beds are available for a small extra cost.
Availability of Chateau de Rasse
This property is normally available
for rent between January
and December each year.
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Owner joined site on:
15 May 2008
Property listed since:
01 July 2008
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