Chateau Joncaises
Region: South of France & Languedoc Guide Price: £2895 - £5339
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Facilities:
Sleeps: 16
On a Lot Valley hillside, this individual Perigordian style chateau, set in 50 private acres has 9 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, and features a balustrade L-shaped solar heated pool and domed Jacuzzi. There is also a 5 hole target golf course on site.
The Chateau Joncaises is set in attractive grounds, and with a cruise down the River Lot included in all rentals this is the ideal way to enjoy the surrounding countryside. A large indoor sports complex can also be found within the Chateau Joncaises grounds and an on site beautician is available offering massage, reki and beauty treatments to help make your holiday really special.
15 years in the making (designed and built by the writer/artist owner), the romantic exterior is complimented by neo-classic and ornate interiors, with detailed gilded carvings and carved panelling. Ambience of a bygone age is further reflected by works of art and antiques within the Chateau Joncaises.
Why not have the ultimate relaxing, luxury holiday? Exclusive use of the chateau and all its facilities, and all your meals provided, served and cleared away. Our fully catered package includes:
- Champagne reception on arrival
- Buffet dinner on the first evening
- Continental breakfast
- Buffet lunch
- Afternoon tea (with locally produced pastries)
- Three course evening meal (internationally famous regional cuisine) including wine, served in our salon or on the covered terrace and, on your last evening, a four course, candle-lit meal, with live music.
- Daily maid service
All for only €64 per person per night (in addition to the quoted self catering rental price, based on a minimum of 12 pax sharing).
The large, carved oak front door leads to a grand hallway from which you will find the living room that offers comfortable sofas around a finely carved fireplace with a large wood burner, satellite TV, DVD player, and multi disc stereo. A huge, carved dining room table seats 16 easily and a grand piano also adorns the room. The kitchen is fully fitted, and includes range cooker with five burners, two ovens and a grill. Twin arches lead through to the breakfast room and the back door leads straight out to the rear terrace and pool. The tower bedroom is round in shape, with two windows and en suite shower room. Wi-Fi internet connection is present in the chateau so people can bring their own laptops.
Stairs from the main hallway lead into a small foyer containing an IT station, sink, and a door leading into a utility room. An archway leads into a round cellar wine bar featuring bespoke, carved centre table and seating for 12, subdued lighting, and a music system. With circular wine racks holding up to 1,000 bottles of local and regional wine, the cellar provides the perfect retreat for conversing, relaxing, or simply sampling the local vintage.
On the first floor there is access to a balcony over the front door, and another balcony and spiral staircase to the south, which overlooks the pool. There are 4 double bedrooms (two of which has an extra single bed). Two of these bedrooms have en suite bathroom facilities and incredible panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.
On the second floor two further double bedrooms can be accessed from the small central landing. These are served by a shower room with a WC and washbasin. Two twin bedded rooms with en suite shower rooms are also on this floor. Each bedroom has wardrobes and more than ample shelving.
To the north of the chateau is a 4,000 sq foot indoor sports complex. It provides a full size badminton court, two competition table tennis tables, a pool table, table football, darts and various gym and weight lifting equipment (including steppers, exercise bikes, orbital runners, inversion table, running machine, weight bench and multi gym). There is also a wall rack for racquets, bats, golf clubs, balls etc and four adults mountain bikes & two child bikes.
Outside is the enclosed L-shaped solar heated swimming pool with safety gates, and extensive terracing and balustrading surrounding it. There are 13 sun loungers, 3 large parasols, side tables, and 2 large plastic dining tables with 16 chairs. There is also an Australian gas barbeque and the large front terrace with octagonal teak table with chairs and an umbrella. Beneath a large canopy is an additional long dining room table (seating 18). 50 acres of grounds with formal gardens surround the chateau, leading to a target golf course with 5 flags. Beyond which wild flower fields and oak woods cascade into deep valleys. Although the grounds are not fenced, the property lies at the end of a cul-de-sac holding just one other property. There is space for up to seven cars to park.
*Please note, locations shown on the maps are approximations only
The nearest airports are Bergerac (90km), Toulouse (95km) and Rodez (110km). Sauzet (3K) offers a bakers, post office and small general store with Luzech (7K) offering further shops, banking and pharmacy facilities.
Sitting on the banks of the River Lot and medieval in origin, the nearest town is Cahors (23km) offering a variety of shops combined with historic architecture and bridges. Regular boat journeys run on the river (Les Croisieres Fenelon and Le Bateau Safaraid); in addition to private boat hire (Babou Marine).
Other towns of historical interest include St Cirq La Popie, Gourdon, Puy L'Eveque and Rocamadour. The chateau is situated in the heart of the Kings' Vineyard region, with a wide variety of local vineyards within easy reach.
Weekly markets take place - Luzech, Wednesday; Montcuq, Sunday; and Praysac on Friday offering wonderful opportunities to soak up the culture and ambience, and purchase exceptional local produce. Numerous excellent restaurants are within a 20 minute drive and Sauzet has a good restaurant also.
Within 50km of the chateau you will find horse riding, hot air ballooning, canoeing, climbing, paragliding, adventure sports and caving. A local nine hole golf is in close proximity and within a 10 minute drive are various places to indulge in a spot of fishing on the River Lot.
We are able to provide the services of a cook on an occasional or daily basis for £15 per hour (guide price). We are also able to provide the services of a maid on an occasional or daily basis. By prior arrangement - guide price - £10 per hour.
We are happy to host wedding services, blessings or receptions. Maximum number of 50 guests. Contact information of outsourced services supplied when booking made.
Why not have the ultimate relaxing, luxury holiday? Exclusive use of the chateau and all its facilities, and all your meals provided, served and cleared away. Our fully catered package includes:
- Champagne reception on arrival
- Buffet dinner on the first evening
- Continental breakfast
- Buffet lunch
- Afternoon tea (with locally produced pastries)
- Three course evening meal (internationally famous regional cuisine) including wine, served in our salon or on the covered terrace and, on your last evening, a four course, candle-lit meal, with live music.
- Daily maid service
All for only €64 per person per night (in addition to the quoted self catering rental price).
We are happy to host wedding services, blessings or receptions. Maximum number of 50 guests. Contact information of outsourced services supplied when booking made.
Capacity
Indoor capacity: 40
Outdoor capacity: 40 (on terrace)
Marquee possible from 3,000 euros (for 20m x 10m complete with floor/lighting). There is a 2,000 euro charge for weddings on top of the rental of the chateau.
Availability
Not mid July to end August
The Service
There is a chapel nearby and an English vicar is also available.
Catering
From 30 -75 euros per head
Other services
Flowers: Yes, Band/DJ: Yes, Transport: Yes (horse and carriage), Marquee: Yes
Accommodation
Up to 20 guests can stay at the chateau. The rest can be accommodated nearby. 14 in Manoir 100 metres from chateau entrance. Various b&bs and hotels within 15 mins drive.
Travel
Toulouse and Bergerac each 1.5 hours drive. Rodez 2 hour drive.
- Security deposit: €1200. This is paid in cash on arrival and will be refunded in full after departure subject to damage inspection.
- Additional beds: Additional beds can be made available if your group size exceeds 16. There is an extra cost for this and payable on site directly to the owner. This must be agreed prior to booking.
- Linen & towels: All linen, bath and pool towels are included in the rental price.
- Energy costs: Up to 600 units per week (May, June & September) electricity consumption is included in the rental. Whilst we hope that our clients will be "green' and use electricity conservatively, should it be necessary any additional consumption, as indicated by the meter, will be charged at cost (€0.14 per unit). (There are no additional charges for July and August).
- End of stay cleaning: Included. Please leave the property in the state that you found it.
- Arrival time: 4.30pm onwards.
- Departure time: 10am.
- Pets: No pets allowed.
- Smoking: No smoking in the property.
- It is recommended that all guests take out insurance to cover against potential cancellation and any accidental damage caused during your stay at the property.
"Can we please stay for another month - best holiday ever"
Anonymous
"Amazing house - hope to be back next year"
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"Really great holiday with plenty to do"
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"Wonderful week. Beautiful scenery, lovely house and games room - we had a great family holiday"
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"We've been to France for the last three summers and this was, by far, the best holiday we have had"
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"We all had an absolutely wonderful holiday, great part of France, and a delightful house with so much to do"
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"We had the most wonderful week which we will never forget"
Anonymous
Fabulous. Wow. Just incredible!!
Anonymous
Just arrived safely home but wanted to say again that we all had such a lovely week last week at the chateau, everything was so lovely and we were all relaxed, just showing everyone back home our lovely photos, thanks again.
Trudi Quirk
We had a family holiday for 15 of us, ranging in age from 11 to 70, with plenty to do for everyone. Lots of time was spent in the super pool and the sports barn was very popular with the young ones - they even organised a badminton tournament which everyone joined in! We enjoyed eating out in the evenings on the front patio, with it's huge table and beautiful views - a 'favourite place' every evening. The side patio was used for breakfasts and barbecues. The Chateau, built by Chris as a real labour of love, is beautifully situated, with wonderful views and an ideal base for exploring the area if you can drag yourself away. Lots of room in the Chateau for all our party to spread out - even get lost if wished!! Lynne and Chris live on site, 'hidden' behind the sports barn. You wouldn't know they are there unless you need them at which time they are very helpful and friendly. Lynne was very helpful when I was making our booking, don't know how many e-mails we exchanged but I felt I knew her before we arrived!! We thoroughly recommend the Chateau for a family get-together. No one should every be bored, whatever age!
The Scottish Family
We stayed at the Chateau in the week leading up to our wedding which we had organised on the weekend following our arrival. We found the chateau to be an excellent venue for our group of 15 adults on self catering basis. The chateau is accurately described on the website and the owners were always discreetly on hand to help out where required. The local town is only a 5 minute drive for small shopping and fresh bread and the town of Cahors with large supermarket and shops is only 20 minutes away. Most our guests arrived at Toulouse airport which is 1,5 hours drive away. As it was May we were a bit unlucky with the weather but due to the excellent accommodation and sportcomplex we managed to have a great week. There is more than enough to do at the Chateau, from drinks and games in the stylish wine cellar to sports and fitness at the sport complex. The patio area is a good place to sit even when the whether isn't good and we spend many nights out there. The Chateau is well positioned, both the interior and exterior have been a true labour of love which can be seen in the detail and quality of the finishings. The kitchen was well equipped and well used during our cooking competition as well as having a lovely barbeque at the weekend. Prior to choosing the chateau for our wedding / holiday venue we met up with the owners Chris and Lynne to discuss the possibilities and see the chateau which was very helpful.. Chris and Lynne were very helpful before and during our stay and have done most of the organisation for our wedding as well as ongoing presence and support on our wedding day. Which gave us the perfect day! The Chateau was transformed into a perfect wedding venue for our ceremony and for our wedding meal with a large dining table in the main dining / living room which comfortably seated our group and guests totalling 25 persons, and even accommodated a pianist playing live music. We then had fire works to finish which was spectacular!!
Stephan & Tracey, May 2010
We were a large party ranging from 13 to 65 and everyone was happy. The sports complex was great, with badminton, ping-pong, darts, bikes etc and the pool was a good size. The enormous shaded patio area at the front looks out over hills and was good for evening meals. The smaller patio by the pool gets sun from mid-morning. The bedrooms are spacious and the showers/baths/loos are modern. The sitting room downstairs manages to feel comfortable and cosy even though its so huge. We were self catering and appreciated the modern, practical kitchen - 3 fridges! - we had no trouble cooking for 20. Isolated and very quiet. Great cycling though very hilly.
The Canadians, August 2010
