Castle / Palace in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
40 guests · 17 bedrooms · 14 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Top-tier experienceA high end property in this area
About this castle / palace rental
As they say, your home is your castle... and so it is! Make yourself at home in Chateau d'Oche, located just 45 minutes from Limoges International Airport in the lush and stunning Perigord Vert, land of truffles and foie gras in South West France.
Originally the home of barons (with our own coat of arms) the castle was built on an ancient base from the 1400s. The estate was transformed by a quirky 1800s French Artisan, Master Louis Bourdery, renowned for his religious art (he has streets named after him) and a penchant for all things English. He and his eclectic heirs, such as his ghostly white daughter Blanche, left their workshop, two chapels, and an indelible footprint on the property - transforming it from a hunting lodge to a towering gothic tribute which stands in superb condition to this day. The chateau was more recently a summer resort for French Ministers' families before being sold as a 13-hectare private estate.
FAMILY GROUPS UP TO 16 PEOPLE :
The large South wing of this quirky Chateau, which holds up to 16 people with impressive features is all yours -
-6 individually decorated bedrooms plus Comfortable sofa - bed. Some with outdoor access and all with parkland or pool views
-4 spacious bathrooms, with bath, jacuzzi or walk in shower.
-Separate toilet
-'Hunter room' with 65 inch multimedia TV, fireplace, outdoor access
-Upper lounge with access to two balconies, mezzanine
- Games Room with Pool, Table-Foot and other Activities
-Dining room with seating area, fireplace and outdoor access
-Modern fully equipped kitchen, with outdoor access
-Outdoor dining area with seating , BBQ and Lounge seating
-Fully equipped utility room
-Level access is provided to all rooms on the ground floor.
-13 hectare estate to enjoy ( may be shared with others )- large pool and decking
-Access to the Chapel in the grounds
- ideal for relaxation
WEDDING PACKAGES
3 Night Venue Hire and Accommodation Packages Start at just 11,900 euros
We can accommodate larger groups of up to 40 - additional rooms would be available plus the communal and event areas of the 'Chateau Wing ' and ' Upper Wings' would be included. Prices on this site are based on 7 night holiday stays and so do not reflect event pricing or extras included. Please reach out to us for correct pricing for your special day.
The estate is Ideal for events or weddings to include a ceremony at your very own Chapel on the estate, use of our various Event Rooms holding up to 120 people plus use of our flexible Use Marquees ( an installation charge applies ). Outdoor Weddings of up to 160 people are possible.
Our 'Venue Hire' package includes the use of tables, chairs , table-cloths, cutlery and for your special occasion, as well as the furniture setup prior to your arrival.
We are more than happy to discuss your personalised plan for the use of the Chateau and assist you to get your planning off to a great start - we work with a select group of local suppliers for weddings and other events as well as planning services and caterers.
We would be delighted to welcome you prior to the event to show you the possibilities of our Chateau - The space is flexible and we are too so please get in touch if you would like to organise a visit. For those who are unable to visit, we have a large amount of online materials available to help inform you on the Chateau.
Please note :
The owners live on the estate, and have pets. These are kept in a separate, enclosed garden.
Care should be taken if children are present, particularly around the pool, on the indoor staircases and outdoor areas.
We do not take a cleaning fee, however we ask that the Chateau is left in a clean and tidy condition on departure with all bins being removed from the site. One clean linen set is included in the fees, and your beds will be ready for you. We reserve the right to levy a charge using the deposit if exceptional cleaning is required.
Other terms and conditions apply and can be supplied on receiving your enquiry.
We will be flattered that you may request us to hold your dates before a deposit is organised and would like to help. We are unable to do this, as some booking platforms automatically accept paid booking requests and block dates for which a deposit has been paid including overlapping dates for enquiries with unpaid deposits.
VRBO auto pricing is for family stays only. Please contact us for any type of event such as weddings, anniversaries, or birthdays
We permit pets with our permission in writing but an increased damage deposit will apply. A specific bedroom with separate entrance is available for those with pets and all pets must be authorised in advance of confirming a booking by the Owner.
Originally the home of barons (with our own coat of arms) the castle was built on an ancient base from the 1400s. The estate was transformed by a quirky 1800s French Artisan, Master Louis Bourdery, renowned for his religious art (he has streets named after him) and a penchant for all things English. He and his eclectic heirs, such as his ghostly white daughter Blanche, left their workshop, two chapels, and an indelible footprint on the property - transforming it from a hunting lodge to a towering gothic tribute which stands in superb condition to this day. The chateau was more recently a summer resort for French Ministers' families before being sold as a 13-hectare private estate.
FAMILY GROUPS UP TO 16 PEOPLE :
The large South wing of this quirky Chateau, which holds up to 16 people with impressive features is all yours -
-6 individually decorated bedrooms plus Comfortable sofa - bed. Some with outdoor access and all with parkland or pool views
-4 spacious bathrooms, with bath, jacuzzi or walk in shower.
-Separate toilet
-'Hunter room' with 65 inch multimedia TV, fireplace, outdoor access
-Upper lounge with access to two balconies, mezzanine
- Games Room with Pool, Table-Foot and other Activities
-Dining room with seating area, fireplace and outdoor access
-Modern fully equipped kitchen, with outdoor access
-Outdoor dining area with seating , BBQ and Lounge seating
-Fully equipped utility room
-Level access is provided to all rooms on the ground floor.
-13 hectare estate to enjoy ( may be shared with others )- large pool and decking
-Access to the Chapel in the grounds
- ideal for relaxation
WEDDING PACKAGES
3 Night Venue Hire and Accommodation Packages Start at just 11,900 euros
We can accommodate larger groups of up to 40 - additional rooms would be available plus the communal and event areas of the 'Chateau Wing ' and ' Upper Wings' would be included. Prices on this site are based on 7 night holiday stays and so do not reflect event pricing or extras included. Please reach out to us for correct pricing for your special day.
The estate is Ideal for events or weddings to include a ceremony at your very own Chapel on the estate, use of our various Event Rooms holding up to 120 people plus use of our flexible Use Marquees ( an installation charge applies ). Outdoor Weddings of up to 160 people are possible.
Our 'Venue Hire' package includes the use of tables, chairs , table-cloths, cutlery and for your special occasion, as well as the furniture setup prior to your arrival.
We are more than happy to discuss your personalised plan for the use of the Chateau and assist you to get your planning off to a great start - we work with a select group of local suppliers for weddings and other events as well as planning services and caterers.
We would be delighted to welcome you prior to the event to show you the possibilities of our Chateau - The space is flexible and we are too so please get in touch if you would like to organise a visit. For those who are unable to visit, we have a large amount of online materials available to help inform you on the Chateau.
Please note :
The owners live on the estate, and have pets. These are kept in a separate, enclosed garden.
Care should be taken if children are present, particularly around the pool, on the indoor staircases and outdoor areas.
We do not take a cleaning fee, however we ask that the Chateau is left in a clean and tidy condition on departure with all bins being removed from the site. One clean linen set is included in the fees, and your beds will be ready for you. We reserve the right to levy a charge using the deposit if exceptional cleaning is required.
Other terms and conditions apply and can be supplied on receiving your enquiry.
We will be flattered that you may request us to hold your dates before a deposit is organised and would like to help. We are unable to do this, as some booking platforms automatically accept paid booking requests and block dates for which a deposit has been paid including overlapping dates for enquiries with unpaid deposits.
VRBO auto pricing is for family stays only. Please contact us for any type of event such as weddings, anniversaries, or birthdays
We permit pets with our permission in writing but an increased damage deposit will apply. A specific bedroom with separate entrance is available for those with pets and all pets must be authorised in advance of confirming a booking by the Owner.
Amenities at Chateau d'Oche - Weddings & Groups - Exclusive Takeover
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Map of Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2023
We are a group of 39 (30 adults and 9 children) so literally filled every available bed. The place is very impressive and is tastefully decorated to suit its period.
Couple of bits of advice:
1 - bring eye masks, several of rooms do not have curtains.
2 - be aware that most e suits do not have toilets, only bidets
3 - the swimming pool is down a slope, about 100m from side of house so pack up a bag before you head down there to hang out!
4 - there is not a great deal of lighting outside, so bring candles or torches if you want to hang out, at night
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2023
A beautiful place to stay. The owners, Lesley and Dominique wew delightful and plied us with eggs from the chickens as well as cakes.
We were 23 adults and 6 children. and there was plenty of space to live and enjoy the chateau.
We had a fine time
10 / 10Outstanding·Aug 2022
We rented this chateau to get our family of 25 together for a once in a lifetime holiday, and it really exceded all our expectations! The impecable state of the chateau, the beauty of the interiors and surroundings (each room was more majestic than the other!), and the great service and people behind it were just amazing. We really had the loveliest time, a truly memorable experience we can't recommend enough!!
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2022
Our large family gathering of 17 enjoyed Chateau d'Oche immensely.
This beautifully-maintained large property provided enough room for everyone to be close to each other as a family while maintaining a comfortable distance so that it felt like an individual vacation for each smaller group.
The chateau was impeccably clean and well-appointed with furniture and linens (fluffy towels and robes were a pleasant surprise considering how thin and scratchy most French linens are in hotels). The majority of the rooms feature separate spacious bathrooms which is a huge plus. There are two kitchens and and multiple fridges so we did not have any issues with room for our groceries.
A local bakery was kind enough to deliver baguettes and pastries and D'Oche chickens supplied us with beautiful eggs daily which made the stay even more comfortable and special.
The area itself is a bit remote and most attractions and restaurants are over 30 minutes away so if you are into sightseeing, be prepared to drive around on windy local roads a lot.
I also want to give special shout-outs to (1) Martin who communicated so well throughout the process and provided so much valuable advice regarding our stay, and (2) Mrs. Leslie who kept us well-stocked on eggs and treated us to so many amazing home-made snacks and pastries.
This was definitely a trip my family will remember for a long time.
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Top rated by guests
9Outstanding
(8 Ratings)
"We are a group of 39 (30 adults and 9 children) so literally filled every available bed. The place is very impressive and is tastefully decorated to suit its period.
Couple of bits of advice:
1 - brin..."
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