Chateau De Cardou
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Overview
The spectacular Chateau de Cardou is located in the wooded hills of the Dordogne valley and boasts breathtaking scenery and its own private swimming pool. With 300m2 of space, it can comfortably sleep 10 guests and has to be seen to be truly appreciated!
Steeped in history, with its foundations dating back to the 13th Century, the Chateau de Cardou is listed by the “Historical Residences of Character.” It has had several rebuilds - most dramatically in the 15th century as military architecture evolved in line with the development of armaments. It was also rebuilt later in the 18th and 19th centuries, which has contributed to its unique charm and character.
The Chateau de Cardou has been part of the existing owners’ family for 271 years and was originally a wedding present from Joseph de Beaudet and his wife Catherine de Montalembert to their daughter Suzanne de Beaudet when she married Etienne-Jacques of Saint-Exupery in 1734. The owners restored one of the original wings in 2001 and this is the part of the chateau available to rent.
What you should know…
- Owners are hospitable and ever helpful, living in the next door wing
- Not available during the winter season as there is no heating
- Very quiet and remote, therefore a car is recommended!
Property Features
You enter the chateau to the spacious entrance hall and adjoining main staircase. The furnished living room has sofas, armchairs, table, TV, VCR and home stereo. The large dining room has a beautiful arched ceiling and contains rustic chairs, an armchair and settee, a dresser and a working fireplace. The kitchen comes with two separate cooking surfaces, microwave, oven, pressure cooker, spit-roast, fridge, dishwasher and all the usual kitchen utensils. There is also a downstairs shower room with lavatory. The chateau also includes a telephone, iron and ironing board, washing machine and tumble dryer, clothes line, hair drier, vacuum cleaner and WIFI internet access.
On the first floor (in the XVth century tower) is the master bedroom with double bed, table and chairs, cupboard, armchair and fireplace. The en suite bathroom comes with bath, shower, basins and WC. Also on this floor are 3 twins (all with en suite bathrooms) and an additional double with a shower room.
Outside there is a fenced private swimming pool (12x6m), a helipad, a very large dining terrace, plenty of garden furniture and lots of parking spaces.
Location
About the surrounding area of Chateau De CardouThe chateau is ideally located only 25km from Bergerac with its Ryanair airport. The nearest town is Lalinde, 5km away, where you can pick up the essentials for your stay and enjoy typical French fare in a number of excellent restaurants.
Local activities include canoeing on the Dordogne River at Lalinde (3km), riverside beach and swimming in the Dordogne (5km), Lanquais lake (8km), hiking trails and mountain-biking at Lalinde, the Bastide Trail: Molières, Beaumont, Monpazier & Issigeac, the many châteaux of the Périgord, the beautiful market town of Sarlat, the Pécharmant vineyards and wine-tasting at the Château de Tiregand (visits available on request), golf at Les Merles (8km) and Belvès Flying Club (12km).
| Local Amenities | |||
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| Nearest Airport |
Bergerac
(16-20 km) |
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| Nearest Village |
LALINDE
(3 km) |
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| Nearest Town/City |
BERGERAC and SARLAT
(15 km) |
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| Nearest Restaurant |
TREMOLAT
(2 km) |
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| Nearest Bar/Pub |
LALINDE
(2 km) |
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| Nearest Golf |
SIORAC or LE BUGUE
(15 km) |
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Region
Experience the magnificence of the Dordogne River whilst staying close to Bergerac, a historic town with a fine reputation for its wine, gastronomy, history and art. What’s more, Bergerac is easily accessible with its own international airport and it is just over an hour from Bordeaux with TGV connections to Paris.
In the Périgord Pourpre and wonderfully located for reaching the Lot-et-Garonne and Gironde regions of south-western France, Bergerac is classified as a city of art and history. A stroll around Bergerac’s old town will be high on your itinerary – explore medieval cobbled lanes as you admire half-timbered houses, pretty squares as well as inviting shops and restaurants as you follow the fictional footsteps of Cyrano de Bergerac. On a Wednesday and Saturday morning, don’t miss the delightful market near the handsome Notre-Dame de Bergerac.
Sail along the Dordogne from Bergerac on board a traditional gabarre vessel or take a walk by the river’s edge before finding an idyllic spot for a picnic. Cycling enthusiasts will adore the voie verte from the Canal de Lalinde towards Mouleydier, Creysse and Bergerac, partly following the banks of the river. There are of course ample opportunities for canoeing along the Dordogne or hiking through the Périgord Pourpre’s forests, orchards and vineyards - the region’s natural beauty will captivate you with its mild climate and idyllic riverside scenery.
Wine lovers should visit the Château de Monbazillac, just south of Bergerac, or spend time sampling other wine appellations at vineyards and wine châteaux near the likes of Montravel, Pineuilh and Saussignac. Back to the charming town centre, taste a range of excellent wine at Bergerac’s Maison des Vins by the old harbour.
Beyond Bergerac, there are so many pretty places to discover. To the south-east is picture-perfect Issigeac and the bastide town of Beaumont-du-Périgord, both hosting enchanting weekly markets. Market lovers will also adore Sainte-Foy-la-Grande by the banks of the Dordogne, home to one of the Gironde’s most beautiful markets on a Saturday morning.
Kids
Best Suited For: All AgesBaby and Toddler Equipment
- High Chair(s)
Kids Activities Close-by
- Outdoor Pursuit & Activities
- Tourist Towns & Villages
Onsite Facilities
- Child-Safe Pool
- DVD
- Toys
Services Available
- Chef/Cook Available
- Babysitting Available
Extras
Oliver's Extras
- Chef/Cook Available
- Babysitting Available
- Butler Available
At Oliver’s Travels we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to babysitters we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team who will be happy to help.
Oliver's Travels Chef Service: A Gourmet Dining Experience
Make hosting a memorable dinner party at your villa an absolute breeze with our superb Chef Service. Our chefs will take care of everything for you from start to finish so you can just sit back and enjoy the gastronomic experience. They will bring all the necessary ingredients, cook and serve the food and even clean up afterwards. To find out more visit www.oliverstravels.com/chefs
| Security deposit | €800. This is paid on arrival and will be refunded in full after departure subject to damage inspection. |
| Arrival time | 4 p.m. onwards. |
| Departure time | 10 a.m. |
Terms & Conditions
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
| Security deposit | €800. This is paid on arrival and will be refunded in full after departure subject to damage inspection. |
| Arrival time | 4 p.m. onwards. |
| Departure time | 10 a.m. |
| Energy costs included? | €100 euros per week. This will be deducted from the security deposit. |
| Linen & towels included? | All linen and towels are included in the rental price. |
| Pets welcome? | Unfortunately Pets are not welcome in this property. |
| Changeover day | Saturday. |
| End of stay cleaning included? | Included. |
| Smoking Allowed? | No smoking in the property. |
| Insurance | 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. |
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 10 people:
| Rental period | 2 Nights | 3 Nights | 4 Nights | 5 Nights | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 5th 2024 - Apr 26th 2025 | £2,515 | £3,018 | £3,521 | £4,024 | £5,030 |
| Apr 26th 2025 - Jun 21st 2025 | £2,515 | £3,018 | £3,521 | £4,024 | £5,030 |
| Jun 21st 2025 - Jul 26th 2025 | - | - | - | - | £5,879 |
| Jul 26th 2025 - Aug 23rd 2025 | - | - | - | - | £6,858 |
| Aug 23rd 2025 - Sep 6th 2025 | £2,940 | £3,527 | £4,115 | £4,703 | £5,879 |
| Sep 6th 2025 - May 9th 2026 | £2,515 | £3,018 | £3,521 | £4,024 | £5,030 |
Please note that these prices/rates are a guide only and may not be correct at the current date. For an accurate quote, please enquire.
Reviews
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Fabulous French Castle
This is a great place to relax. So much space and so elegant. Steeped in history, it exudes charm. The whole family enjoyed our stay. Great location for exploring the Dordogne. Go and you will not be disappointed if you like historical buildings and charming owners for whom nothing is too much trouble.
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Beautiful castle and location, with great villages nearby
We had a fabulous stay at the Chateau. It is very grand and the owners were so wonderful. We had Angelique come and cook us a gorgeous dinner in the Chateau one night as well and it was all local products, really delicious. Thank you for a fabulous stay! We loved living like Counts and Countesses for a week! Henri's wine is fab too!
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High reccommended
A lovely place to stay that more than lived up to the pictures and the description. Nicely situated for all sorts of day trips to the interesting sites in the region and always a pleasure to return "home" at the end of the day and be able to prepare dinner in the immense kitchen and enjoy it either in the kitchen, the classic dining room or even outdoors in the shade of the castle overlooking the pool and the forested hillsides.
Isolated in it's private domain, it's an incredibly calm and relaxing place to be with well maintained rooms and grounds.
The owners were extremely hospitable and available to us and have an excellent knowledge of the region and had excellent advice on places to go and things to see.
Don't miss out! Reserve now and get a full refund if you change your mind within 48hrs.
