Chateau Cayrefour France

Chateau Cayrefour, situated near Sarlat in the Black Perigord region of the Dordogne, is a rustic paradise set in 20 acres of land. Facilities include a swimming pool, private garden and trampoline. The residents include goats, deer and even a few donkeys! This chateau rental boasts nine bedrooms: seven in the chateau and a further three in the pigionnier, sleeping 18 guests in total.
The castle tower 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 Cayrefour were added towards the end of 17th century.
This property can be rented along with the Maison Du Parc, which has a further eight bedrooms, allowing a total of 34 guests.
The nearest airport is Bergerac 60km away, but Toulouse and Bordeaux are also both available 150km away.
The setting of the Chateau Cayrefour 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 from chic gourmet to traditional family restaurants serving home-spun delicacies.
Cazoules is the closest village 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 its main draw, the twelfth-century church of Ste-Marie. Romanesque sculptures and carvings grace the interior of this massive domed structure. The mechanical doll museum is good for some light relief, and particularly suited for children.
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. Concerts and plays are held here during the summer months. A stunning medieval fort tops the cliff above Beynac and the river (20 minutes by car). The village is nestled at the foot of the cliff and rises in stages up to the castle. In medieval times the only way to access the village would have been by river. On the other sides, a 200 drop and the fort’s double wall would have protected against any invaders.
The famous wine-growing centre of Bergerac is an hour by car from the chateau. The neighbouring areas of Pecharmant to the north and Monbazillac to the south make fine red and sweet white wines, respectively. The white is particularly recommended, and makes a fine accompaniment to foie gras, pastries, or simply by itself.
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.At Excellence Luxury Villas we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests.  If there is anything you would like to arrange for your stay, please contact the Excellence Luxury Villas VIP Concierge Team who will be happy to help. We can usually help you arrange any of the following:
– Cook/catering- Maid service/extra cleaning- Local day-trips or tours- Airport pick-up/drop-off- Babysitting service- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge
This is by no means an exhaustive list, so please just contact Excellence Luxury Villas VIP Concierge Team to help you arrange any of those little extras that can really make the difference.
CHATEAU ROOM LAYOUT
Room One – The Master Suite
Climb the spiral staircase to find your private en-suite room. The room is filled with character with wooden floors and exposed beams. The room features a comfy super king-sized, four-poster bed, two large wardrobes, a fireplace, dressers and a separate dressing room with a sofa. There is a large stone balcony, with views of the swimming pool and grounds and sweeping countryside beyond. The private bathroom includes a large sunken bath, twin sinks, a shower and a toilet. A cot or mattress for one or two children can be included for no extra charge.
Room Two – Double en-suite
A double room with a comfortable four-poster super-king-sized bed boasting plenty of charm with its period fireplace. Up the spiral staircase on the first floor, this room is en-suite with shower, toilet and sink. It features plenty of wardrobe space and home comforts as well as stunning views across the beautiful countryside. A cot or mattress for one or two children can be included for no extra charge.
Room Three – Double en-suite
A comfortable room with a period fireplace and wardrobe. There is a large en-suite with a shower, sink and toilet. The room has beautiful views of the surrounding countryside. The room is on the first floor of the Château, up the twelfth-century spiral staircase.
Room Four – Double en-suite
A large double room with a comfortable super king-sized bed and plenty of space. The en-suite has a toilet, sink and shower. The room has lovely views overlooking the Château’s grounds and the countryside and hills beyond. A cot or mattress for one or two children can be included for no extra charge.
Room Five – Double en-suite
A double room with a comfortable bed and wardrobe. The stylish en-suite has a toilet, sink and freestanding bath.
Room Six – Double en-suite
An extensive double room with a comfortable super-king bed and plenty of space. The large en-suite bathroom has a shower, sink and toilet. The room has fantastic views of the Château’s lawns. It is on the second floor of the Château and has a pretty period fireplace. It is possible to interconnect this room with Room Seven for families. A cot or mattress for one or two children can be included for no extra charge.
Room Seven – Double en-suite
A pretty double room with a comfortable bed and lovely views of the Château’s front lawn. There is a wardrobe in the room’s corridor. The en-suite has a toilet, sink and shower. It is on the second floor of the Château and can be interlinked with Room Six for families, although can also offer privacy as required
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Maison du Parc
Room Eight – Family en-suite
A spacious double room with a separate adjoining single room. It is on the ground floor of the Maison du Parc and leads onto the separate enclosed garden of the Maison. It has an en-suite with a shower, toilet and sink.
Room Nine – Double en-suite
A lovely double en-suite room with a four-poster bed. Includes a large wardrobe and comfy chair. It is on the ground floor of the Maison du Parc and leads onto the separate enclosed garden of the Maison. It has an en-suite with a bath, shower, toilet and a sink.
Room Ten – Double en-suite
A large double room with a beautiful four-poster bed. It is on the ground floor of the Maison du Parc and leads onto the separate enclosed garden of the Maison. It has a large en-suite with a shower, toilet and sink.
Room Eleven- Family en-suite
A large en-suite room with both a super-king-sized double and a single bed. The room includes a large wardrobe and an extensive bathroom. It is on the ground floor of the Maison du Parc and leads onto the separate enclosed garden of the Maison. It has an en-suite with a bath, shower, toilet and a sink.
Room Twelve – Double en-suite
A large double en-suite room which includes a large wardrobe and plenty of space.
It is on the ground floor of the Maison du Parc and leads onto the separate enclosed garden of the Maison. It features a beautiful bathroom with a freestanding bath.
Room Thirteen – Double en-suite
A comfortable double en-suite room on the first floor of the Maison du Parc. Includes an en-suite with a shower, toilet and sink.
Room Fourteen – Double en-suite
A lovely light and an airy double room with a comfortable bed on the first floor of the Maison du Parc. Includes an en-suite with a shower, toilet and sink
Room Fifteen – Single en-suite
Comfortable single room with shower, toilet and sink.