Chateau La Grave Bechade. Pool, Sauna, AC. Near Bordeaux, Bergerac in SW France
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- Private 12m x 8m heated pool
- Fenced & gated pool
- Air conditioning
- Private tennis court
- Table tennis
- Sauna
- Billiards
- Boules
- Children’s swings/ slide
- BBQ (charcoal)
- Spacious grounds
- Wonderful views
- Private off road parking
- Wi-Fi
- French TV
- Cot (1) and highchair (1)
- Golf courses nearby
- Weekly markets nearby
- Close to historical towns
- Cycle hire available
- Private catering available
- Wine tour/tasting available
- Available for weddings
Charming 6 bedroom chateau located in the famous Bordeaux wine region between Bordeaux, Bergerac and Saint Emilion. An beautiful location to experience this beautiful region of France.
Set in the tranquillity of rolling countryside yet just 3km from the ancient bastide town of Duras (Lot et Garonne) and 8km from Monsegur (Gironde). Both towns have café bars, restaurants, banks, shops and supermarkets as well as weekly farmers’ markets and night markets in the peak summer months.
This majestic Chateaux is full of charm and has been maintained with its original features and carefully collected antique furniture. The walls of each sumptuously decorated room are adorned with original silk fabric creating a warm atmosphere.
Whilst this is working vineyard guests have private use of the Chateau and immediate grounds, the employees are very respectful of guests’ privacy.
Entrance hall
The grand entrance hall with the original Parquet floor welcomes you to the Chateau and has a wonderful antique billiards table.
Bedrooms and bathrooms
All bedrooms are on the upper floor and are equipped with air conditioning and a hairdryer.
Bedroom 1: King size bed (160cm x 200cm). Dual aspect windows with views over grounds. TV with French channels.
En-suite bathroom: bath with hand-held shower, twin washbasins and WC.
Bedroom 2: Sumptuous super-king size bed (180cm x 200cm). French windows opening onto a wonderful stone balcony with views over the grounds and pool. TV with French channels.
En-suite bathroom: bath with hand-held shower, twin washbasins and WC.
Bedroom 3: Super-king size bed (180cm x 200cm). Window with view over grounds. TV with French channels.
En-suite walk-in shower and washbasin. The room also has a separate WC.
Bedroom 4: Twin room with two large single beds (100cm x 200cm each). Window with views over grounds towards tennis court. TV with French channels.
En-suite bathroom: bath with hand-held shower, twin washbasins and WC.
Bedroom 5: Twin room with two large single beds (100cm x 200cm each). Window with views over grounds towards tennis court.
Opposite a WC and along the corridor from a shared shower room with twin sinks and WC.
Bedroom 6: Small room with small single bed (80cm x 200cm suitable for a child) and Moroccan style seating.
a WC and along the corridor from a shared shower room with twin sinks and WC.
On the ground floor, there are 2 further WC’s, one next to the kitchen and the other next to the utility room.
Sauna
The sauna is on the upper floor next to the bedrooms.
Kitchen
Large kitchen with fireplace, table and chairs.
Dishwasher
Double sink
2 single oven’s
2 hobs each with 2 gas and 2 electric rings
De Longhi coffee machine
2 large fridges
Large freezer
Microwave
Kettle
Toaster
Utility room
Laundry room with washing machine, dryer, iron and ironing board.
Sitting room
The south-facing sitting room is set around an extravagant marble fireplace with plenty of seating and a TV with French channels. Dual aspect windows offer views over the landscaped grounds.
Dining room
The impressive formal dining room is set around another marble fireplace with a stunning chandelier overhanging the large dining table (seats 12). Dual aspect windows offer views over the landscaped grounds.
Study
If you need a place to work during your stay the impressive study has an antique desk and chair and the room is decorated with interesting artefacts.
Wi-Fi is fast enough for general internet browsing and e-mails and there is a good 4G mobile signal.
Cleaning, towels and linen
Bed linen, bath towels and pool towels are provided and included in the price.
A complimentary extra supply of bed linen and bath towels will be provided every 7 days for bookings of 2 weeks or more.
Outside, garden and orchards
There is a large, south-facing terrace that spans the whole width of the Chateau with a dining table seating 10 people and a seating area with a rattan style sofa and chairs and 3 parasols.
Private swimming pool
The large, heated chlorine 12m x 8m pool ranges from 1.3m to 2.3m deep with semi-circle steps at one end. A sun terrace with 12 loungers surround the pool and a covered terrace provides plenty of shade. There is also a summer kitchen, WC, washbasin and shower.
The pool fenced and gated. The gate has a combination lock that must be kept locked and secured when the pool is not in use to ensure the safety of non-swimmers and children.
Tennis court
Full size, hard surface tennis court. Racquets and balls are provided.
Private catering, Gastronomic experiences and Wine tours
Private cook and a picnic in a local vineyard can be booked independently. English and French spoken. www.lovingaquitaine.com
Weddings and events
The chateau along with a separate function space can be hired as a wedding and events venue, please contact us for your requirements and prices.
Cycle hire
Cycle hire and electric cycles are available to hire in the area. Cycle hire information page.
What to do in the area and beyond
There are many towns, villages and castles to explore on your doorstep. The local towns and villages host weekly markets as well as summer night markets and various festivals throughout the year. More information on what’s on locally is in the “Local Area” tab above.
A tour and tasting of the Chateau’s own wine and chocolate can also be arranged directly with the estate office.
Travel
Airports
- Bergerac 42km
- Bordeaux 100km
- Toulouse 200km
Train
- Bordeaux station (TGV) 73km
- Sainte-Foy-La-Grande (Bordeaux / Bergerac line) 24km
- Bergerac 42km
Car
- Calais 953km
- Le Havre 677km
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Dates | Price for 7 nights from | ||||||||||
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12 persons | Shortbreaks from | ||||||||||
01 Oct 2024 - 20 Dec 2024 | €4,500.00 | €1,000.00 | |||||||||
21 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024 | €5,000.00 | €2,700.00 | |||||||||
01 Jan 2025 - 01 Jan 2025 | €5,000.00 | €3,000.00 | |||||||||
02 Jan 2025 - 30 Apr 2025 | €4,500.00 | €1,000.00 | |||||||||
01 May 2025 - 30 Sep 2025 | €5,000.00 | €1,000.00 | |||||||||
01 Oct 2025 - 20 Dec 2025 | €4,500.00 | €1,000.00 | |||||||||
21 Dec 2025 - 31 Dec 2025 | €5,000.00 | €2,700.00 |
Flexible changeover day and length of stay throughout the year.
Short breaks are available from 1200€.
Peak season short breaks from 2000€.
Please select your dates on the Availability tab to view prices.
Reservation Information
No booking fee.
A 25% deposit secures a reservation with the balance payable 8 weeks before rental commencement.
A security bond of 2,000€ is paid on arrival at the estate office by credit card pre-authorisation.
Please view information about our credit and debit card charges.
Arrival from: 3 pm
Departure by: 11 am
Included in the price
Bed linen, bath towels and pool towels are provided.
A complimentary extra supply of bed linen and bath towels will be provided for bookings of 2 weeks or more.
Central heating, if required.
Pool heating.
Swimming pool
The pool is open from the beginning of May until the end of September.
Additional charges
Taxe de Sejour (tourism tax) of 0.40€ per adult per night is paid on arrival at the estate office.
Additional cleaning is available, arranged through and payable directly to the estate manager.
Peak season June, July and August are also fully flexible with a minimum cost of 5000€ for anything up to 7 nights.
Chateau La Grave Bechade is situated near the towns of Duras 3km (Lot et Garonne), Monsegur 8km (Gironde), Saint Émilion 44km, Sainte-Foy-La-Grande 24km, Bergerac (Dordogne) is 40km, in the region of Aquitaine within the Bordeaux wine region and on the borders of the Dordogne, Gironde and Lot et Garonne, in south west France.
Bordeaux city centre is a 72km drive to the west. Bergerac is 40km to the east and Saint Émilion 44km north-west.
An ideal base from which to explore southwest France. Located in the region of Aquitaine on the 3 borders of Gironde / Dordogne / Lot et Garonne and is considered to be one of the most picturesque areas of France.
To view more information please see our What to do locally page.
We had a great stay at Chateau La Grave Bechade. It’s a beautiful place that makes you appreciate all the work that goes into keeping up an old chateau. Duras and the surrounding countryside is also great if you’re looking for a laid back holiday that is off the beaten path.
We verbleven met 11 studievriendinnen een weekend in La Grave Béchade. Dit kasteel is in 1 woord fenomenaal. Zowel de ruimtes (brandschoon en alles prachtig gedetailleerd afgewerkt), als het buitengedeelte en de tuin. Je hebt veel privacy. Virginie was een geweldige gastvrouw die ons hielp met een privé chef kok aan huis en een wijnproeverij. Niets was te gek! Wij willen heel graag nog eens terugkomen op dit magische kasteel vol prachtige herinneringen.
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We stayed with 11 study friends for a weekend in La Grave Béchade. This castle is phenomenal in one word. Both the spaces (sparkling clean and everything beautifully finished in detail), as well as the outdoor area and garden. You will have a lot of privacy. Virginie was a wonderful host who helped us with a private chef at home and a wine tasting. Nothing was crazy! We would very much like to come back to this magical castle full of beautiful memories
Virginie was a great host and very responsive to our questions.
The chateau is clean, beautiful and has more than ample space for all.
We were delighted to visit the vineyard and enjoyed plucking a few grapes from the vines.
We were given a gift of a delicious bottle of wine from the chateau and purchased more.
A fabulous place to stay.