Chateau De Seyres

The villa

The charming Chateau de Seyres is ideally located in a small village in the Charente region of South West France, just on the Dordogne borders, and offers guests a choice on whether they'd like to stay in Medieval splendour or Classical elegance! The property has remained in the same family for several centuries, who painstakingly take care of the place and ensure each and every need of each and every guest is met. Enjoy the spectacular linden tree in its courtyard, as you take in a chateau nestled in greenery that overlooks the nearby valley and woods - the perfect place for a holiday in the South of France.

The chateau has two wings, which are connected by a music room. This room is a great place to meet up with everyone for drinks and nibbles, and entertainment is easy thanks to the Pleyel grand piano, at the disposal of seasoned musicians.

The elegant rooms have all been decorated by hand and refurbished with a contemporary touch that'll make modern visitors feel right at home. There's a huge attention to detail, including good quality beds (two four - posters) and linen as well as period and vintage furniture. Most of the property's bathrooms have been completely remodelled to include (among other things) a large shower. There is central heating for winter use and, should you feel the need, a blazing log fire!

Chateau De Seyres has an ideal location, and it's only a minute's walk to the village centre and shops. It's 10km to the Dordogne and 17km to Angoulême (with its excellent rail connection) and the chateau itself is easily reached by road, rail and air and remains open all year for daily, weekly or weekend rentals.

If you're a nature lover, it's paradise! The two hectares of parkland attached to the property provide plenty of opportunities for exercise, play and relaxation, with its 14m pool providing the perfect place to take a dip. The immediate surroundings offer many leisure hiking trails, as well as the chance to take in some great views and get closer to the French countryside.

In the local area, other activities include: the village leisure park for playing boules; a 9 - hole golf course (with restaurant, bar and shop) and paintball at one of the biggest centres in France at Garat; horse riding for families at Pranzac; free tennis court and football pitch in the neighbouring village of Bouex (3km).

The Chateau de Seyres is also the perfect base for day - trips to explore cities like Angouleme, Perigueux, Brantome, Limoges and Poitiers. The seaside resorts of La Rochelle, l’Ile de Ré, l’Ile d’Oleron and Royan are attractive destinations with sandy beaches and summer music festivals.

The chateau is located is a small village located on the borders of the Charente and Dordogne in South West France. 5 minutes by car are free tennis courts, fishing and a park.

Within 8 km you will also find canoeing/kayaking, horse riding, karting (for children of 7 years and older) and a waterpark with man - made beaches and pedallos. Within 17km there is golf, bowling and ice skating.

Further afield: Chateau la Rochefoucauld 18km (children can dress up in medieval costumes). Water park and lakes Angouleme 14km. La Vallee des Singes 100km (monkey park). Futuroscope 110km (theme park).

There are three 18 hole courses nearby - Montbron 25km, Angouleme 15km and Cognac 45km.