Chateau Duras - Cinq Chambres , Couchages 11

Chateau Duras is a beautiful and historic rural Chateau with private tennis court and heated pool set in the vineyards of South West France. The Chateau is very private yet has easy access to the activities of the Dordogne River, championship golf, markets, towns and restaurants.

The Chateau sleeps 11 in great comfort. All rooms are large and furnished with French antiques and art work. There is a lot of space and fantastic views surrounded by a clipped hedge in 2.5 acres of private grounds. Food and drink are important aspects of the experience and there are splendid places to dine and relax all around the Chateau.

Features:

Château Interiors

-    Salon
-    Garden room
-    Conservatory
-    Snug with TV, Blu-ray and speakers
-    Dining room
-    Kitchen, well-equipped including informal dining table and adjoining pantry and laundry room
-    3 x bedrooms with super king-size double bed
-    Bedroom with king-size double bed
-    Bedroom with three single beds
-    3 x bathrooms with shower and/or bath, sink and WC (en suite)
-    Family bathroom

Please note the first floor is not accessible to guests.

Outside Grounds

-    Heated swimming pool (depth: approximately 1.5-2.1m)
-    Poolside terrace and lawn by the walnut trees
-    Front courtyard with table and chairs for al-fresco dining
-    Rear terrace with stone tables and chairs
-    Gas and traditional barbecue
-    Private all-weather tennis court
-    Boules (courtyard)
-    Table tennis (in tower)

Facilities

-    Wi-Fi (occasional use only)
-    Heating
-    Fireplace (on request)
-    TV
-    Blu-ray player
-    Table tennis
-    Table football
-    Washing machine



Location:

The local village (4km) has an excellent baker.  The closest town, Duras, (8km) has supermarkets, shops and leisure facilities. The River Dordogne and Championship golf are both with 15 minutes drive of the Chateau.  Bergerac and Ste. Emillion are half an hour away. Bordeaux is an hour and 15 minutes drive.

The Chateau is surrounded by local wine and food producers who are happy to conduct tastings. There are walks and outdoor activities throughout the surrounding area. Kayaking on the Dordogne River and go-karting are also available to keep the kids entertained.

A fully comprehensive house-book is provided at the chateau that details all the local things to do, towns and villages to explore. Best of all, it lists and rates the local restaurants and even highlights the ones that you mustn't miss during your stay.

Terms & Conditions:

Security deposit?
£500 per week of stay. Paid by bank transfer, cheque, in cash or by online transfer to the owner before/on arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection.

Arrival time?
4.00 p.m.

Departure time?
10.00 a.m.

Energy costs included?
Yes.

Linen & towels included?
Bed linen, pool and bath towels included.

Heating costs included?
Charged at extra cost if required.

Changeover day?
Saturday. All other changeover days on request.

End of stay cleaning included?
Yes. However, guests are required to leave the accommodation clean, tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival. Any extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or rubbish disposal required will be charged against the security deposit.

Smoking Allowed?
Yes.

Pool opening dates?
Please note that pool opening dates are subject to local weather conditions and pool maintenance requirements and that cooler months may not be suitable for swimming.

Pool heating charge?
Included. Please note that like all heated pools, pool heating and water temperature are reliant on weather and outside temperatures.

Pool towels included?
Yes.

Minimum stay?
7 nights except mid July and August when 14 nights.

Other Ts and Cs?
Stag/hen parties and other celebrations are are on request only and subject to prior arrangement with the owner and additional charges.

Pets welcome?
On request only and with prior agreement with the owner.

Internet access?
Satellite internet access is included. Due to the rural location, this is best used for occasional and light use only and it is not suitable for downloading/streaming.

Insurance?
Guests are required to be in possession of a valid insurance policy, which covers them for cancellations, loss of personal belongings, personal liability and any accidental damage caused during their stay.
Pets - allowed
Smoking - not allowed

Ce château offre de nombreuses prestations comme des barbecues, une salle de jeux vidéo et un jardin. La réception est ouverte 24h/24.

Ce château de Riocaud est non-fumeurs.