Boutique Medieval Castle in the Périgord Noir
Run as a chateau-hotel, this boutique medieval castle is located in the Dordogne region of southwest France.
The castle was built in the 12th century by the Order of Saint John of Jerusalem, later known as the Order of Malta.
The monastic knights owned the chateau for several centuries, built on land given to them by the Viscounts of Turenne as a reward for services during the first crusades.
By the 15th century, the property passed to local nobility and became a pleasure residence, largely dedicated to the cultivation of vines throughout history.
Grapes are carved in the stone of the entrance to the internal courtyard, where the old cellars and stables have been converted into large reception halls for weddings and events.
The medieval castle was fully restored in 1990, preserving its unique character and charming period details, with a medieval flair throughout the 33-room property. A fitness room and a spa are tucked in the vaulted basement.
Additional leisure amenities include 2 tennis courts, a golf practice, and an 80+ foot swimming pool with a summer pavilion containing a kitchen, bar, and grill.
Run as a boutique hotel, the medieval castle is perfectly positioned to enjoy the best of this romantic corner of France, offering total privacy on the secluded 260 acre estate.
The historic property is set in the heart of the Périgord Noir, in the Dordogne in the UNESCO-listed Vézère valley, not far from the Lascaux caves.
This region in southwest France is known for its remarkable heritage, bucolic scenery, and local gastronomy.
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