4 Nights • Save 20% • Romantic or Solo Getaway from £679pp 🛏️
Imagine waking up to birdsong echoing through centuries-old stone walls, sipping wine in a sun-drenched vineyard, and wandering halls once walked by nobles and poets. With this exclusive 4-night escape, you can live like royalty in a medieval château in the heart of the French countryside — just a short drive from the world-famous vineyards of Bordeaux.
For a limited time, enjoy 20% off, with packages starting at just £679pp. Whether you’re celebrating romance, diving into solo travel, or seeking a restorative retreat, this is your chance to indulge in timeless elegance.
✨ Why Book This Château Experience?
France is dotted with stunning castles, but few offer the perfect combination of authentic history, modern comfort, and prime location like this. Nestled among the rolling hills and vineyards near Bordeaux, your château stay combines French refinement with rural serenity.
Highlights at a glance:
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🏰 Stay in a lovingly restored 12th-century château with turrets, gardens, and period details
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🍷 Enjoy private vineyard tours and tastings in the world-famous Bordeaux wine region
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🛏️ Sleep in lavish rooms with antique furnishings and en-suite baths
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🥐 Savour daily breakfast with local cheeses, pastries, and fresh fruit
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💆♀️ Optional upgrades: spa treatments, horseback rides, or gourmet dinners
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💰 Save 20% with our limited-time offer — only £679pp
This is not just a vacation — it’s an immersive step back in time.
🧳 What’s Included in the Package?
This 4-night stay is curated to give you a rich, sensory experience of French countryside life, wine culture, and royal charm — without the fuss.
✅ Package Includes:
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✈️ Return flights from the UK to Bordeaux (or Bergerac)
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🚗 Airport transfer or rental car options
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🏰 4 nights in a luxury château double room (single options available)
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🥐 Daily continental breakfasts
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🍷 One half-day guided Bordeaux vineyard tour and tasting
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🧴 Access to château amenities: gardens, pool, library, bicycles
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🎁 20% discount included in the price
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🧺 Optional add-ons: private picnic in the vineyards, candlelit château dinners, spa access
📌 Location: Dordogne/Gironde region, just 45 minutes from Bordeaux
🗓️ Sample 4-Night Itinerary
Day | Highlights |
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1 | Arrival, check-in, château welcome dinner |
2 | Château tour + wine tasting |
3 | Day trip to Saint-Émilion or Bordeaux |
4 | Relaxation, countryside walk or spa |
5 | Breakfast and return to the airport |
Each day is yours to customize. Whether you’re sipping wine under the stars or reading in the château’s rose garden, this is your time to unwind.
🏰 Day 1: Welcome to the Château Life
Step off your flight and breathe in the crisp countryside air. Whether you’re picked up by transfer or hop into your rental car, the drive is scenic — winding past fields of sunflowers, cypress trees, and endless vineyards.
On arrival:
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Receive a warm welcome and check into your luxury double room with garden or vineyard views
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Explore the grounds: ivy-covered towers, stone staircases, a reflecting pond, and manicured lawns
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Toast your first evening with a complimentary glass of Bordeaux red
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Optional welcome dinner in the château dining hall: duck confit, truffle risotto, and crème brûlée under candlelight
🧳 Tip: Pack light layers — evenings can be cool even in summer, and castle interiors are pleasantly shaded.
🍇 Day 2: Wine, History & Château Leisure
After a fresh croissant-and-cheese breakfast, take the morning to roam the château.
Activities to choose from:
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📚 Guided history tour of the château (some date back to the 12th–14th centuries!)
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🚲 Explore the countryside with complimentary château bicycles
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🧺 Request a picnic basket and lounge under a tree in the orchard
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🧘♀️ Enjoy a yoga session on the terrace or a massage in the spa room
Afternoon: Wine Tour & Tasting
Embark on your included half-day vineyard tour in the Bordeaux region, led by a local wine expert. You’ll visit 2–3 boutique wineries, learn the art of French viniculture, and sample:
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🥂 Sauvignon Blancs from Graves
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🍷 Bold reds from Pomerol and Saint-Émilion
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🍇 Sweet Sauternes or Crémant sparkling wines
📸 Instagram moment: A toast at golden hour with barrels and vines in the background.
🏙️ Day 3: Explore Bordeaux or Saint-Émilion
Today is yours to explore further afield — take a half- or full-day trip to:
🍷 Saint-Émilion:
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UNESCO-listed medieval town perched on a hill
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Narrow cobblestone streets, wine caves, ancient monolithic church
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Endless tasting rooms and rustic bistros
🌆 Bordeaux:
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Chic and cosmopolitan — a blend of Parisian elegance and relaxed riverside charm
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Explore Place de la Bourse, the Miroir d’eau, and Les Halles food market
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Visit the Cité du Vin — a futuristic wine museum and tasting hub
🚂 Transfers and guided city tours available — just ask at the château desk.
🌿 Day 4: Relaxation & Reflection
Make your last full day count by slowing down and soaking it all in.
Relaxation ideas:
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🌳 Lounge with a book under the château’s centuries-old chestnut tree
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🧖♀️ Book a treatment in the on-site spa: lavender oil massages, clay facials, and more
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🥂 Order a light lunch of foie gras, fresh baguette, and chilled rosé
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🕯️ Optional final dinner with wine pairing and music in the dining hall
🌅 Sunset tip: The best views are from the west-facing tower balcony — perfect with a final glass of wine.
✈️ Day 5: Departure
Enjoy a final château breakfast: flaky croissants, fresh fruit, cheeses, charcuterie, and coffee.
With your heart full and your camera roll packed, it’s time to head back — though you may already be planning your return.
🛏️ Your Stay: The Château
Each château partner has been handpicked for its blend of authentic charm, modern comfort, and idyllic location.
What to Expect:
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🪞 Antique furniture, canopied beds, and vintage chandeliers
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🛁 En-suite marble bathrooms with soaking tubs or rainfall showers
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🌿 French-style gardens and orchards
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📖 Library, lounge, and dining salon
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🏊 Pool, spa room, and wine cellar
Example Property Features:
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🏰 Château de la Rivière: Vineyards on site, moated gardens, historic cellars
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🌻 Château Grand Barrail: Full spa, gourmet restaurant, near Saint-Émilion
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🍷 Château Pitray: Intimate, family-owned estate with warm hosts and pastoral vibes
You can request a specific style of room — rustic elegance or modern-luxe — and opt for single occupancy if traveling solo.
🍽️ Dining & Foodie Delights
Bordeaux is famed for its wines, yes — but the food is equally divine.
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🥐 Daily château breakfasts (continental or full French)
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🍽️ One welcome dinner or gourmet upgrade (optional)
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🧺 Wine & cheese tastings
Must-Try Dishes:
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🥩 Entrecôte à la Bordelaise (steak in wine sauce)
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🐌 Escargots with garlic butter
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🍤 Moules-frites (mussels and fries)
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🧁 Canelés (caramelized pastry with rum & vanilla)
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🥖 Cheese plates: Comté, Roquefort, Brie, and chèvre
Want to get hands-on? Ask about cooking classes or farm-to-table dining experiences!
📸 Picture-Perfect Moments
Capture the dream:
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🏰 Standing at the top of a spiral tower in your château
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🍷 Toasting a glass of Bordeaux in a sunlit vineyard
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🧺 Picnic under a fig tree with a basket of baguette and brie
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📚 Reading a French novel in a hidden château library
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🌇 Sunset over rolling hills from the west garden
💬 Guest Reviews
“We truly felt like royalty. The château was even more beautiful than the pictures, and the wine tour was a highlight. A romantic dream!”
— Sarah & Jules, London
“Solo traveler here — I was a little nervous, but this was the most peaceful and elegant trip I’ve taken. The staff were amazing.”
— Niamh, Dublin
“The food, the wine, the scenery, the quiet — it was perfect. Highly recommend booking the extra spa session.”
— Greg, Manchester
🎯 Who This Trip Is Perfect For
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💑 Couples seeking romance and tranquility
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🧘 Solo travelers wanting elegance and solitude
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👩🎨 Writers and creatives craving inspiration
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🥂 Wine lovers, history buffs, and château dreamers
This is not a fast-paced tour — it’s a chance to unplug, slow down, and reconnect with yourself or a loved one in a breathtakingly beautiful setting.
🧴 What to Pack
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👗 Smart-casual evening wear (some château dinners are semi-formal)
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🧥 Light jacket or wrap for evenings
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👟 Comfortable walking shoes for vineyards and gardens
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🕶️ Sunglasses and sunscreen
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📸 Camera or phone with plenty of storage
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📕 A good book for quiet mornings
💰 Price Snapshot
Inclusions | ✔️ Included |
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Return UK–France flights | ✅ Yes |
4 nights in a medieval château | ✅ Yes |
Daily breakfast | ✅ Yes |
One vineyard tour & tasting | ✅ Yes |
Save 20% | ✅ Yes |
Price per person (double room) | from £679pp |
📅 Available Spring through Autumn — ideal in May, June, or September for best weather
🛎️ Booking Details
🎟️ Click here to book your château escape near Bordeaux
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Choose from romantic suites, solo travel packages, or custom group bookings. Optional transfers, gourmet upgrades, and extra nights available.
🌟 Final Thoughts: Make Your Fairytale Real
There are few places on earth where time seems to stand still — and this medieval château near Bordeaux is one of them. Whether you’re sipping vintage wine on a terrace, walking through echoing stone corridors, or simply gazing at stars with a glass of red, you’ll feel a sense of wonder that’s increasingly rare in our fast-paced world.
With 20% off, boutique-level service, and storybook charm, this escape is an invitation to indulge your most romantic travel dreams — and make them unforgettable.
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