Luxury French Chateau to rent in France - facilities

The Chateau dates back to the 16th century, with two additional wings added during the 17th century. Today the Chateau is split into 3 properties, each with their own private access and gardens. This rental property comprises the Southern wing of the Chateau, with its tower. The accommodation is laid out over 3 floors and totals over 370m² of living space.

Ground floor - entrance

From the driveway, there is an entrance into the ground floor of the Tower. Here you will find:

• The spacious and well equipped kitchen. The kitchen features top of the range appliances, central island, exposed stone walls and a beautiful vaulted ceiling. There is a lovely dining area with views out over the village and countryside.
• There is a large sitting room (64 m²) featuring a vaulted ceiling and parquet flooring. The sitting room comes with comfortable sofas, antique furniture and a large flat screen TV. There is also a wood burner
• The home office comes with an en-suite Cloakroom / WC. The home office has an electric heater.

Lower ground floor - garden level

From the garden and swimming pool area, there is an entrance into the side wing of the Chateau, which was originally used for storing wine, horses and agricultural equipment. Here there is located:

• A stunning Grand Salon (62 m²) with vaulted stone ceiling and wooden floor.
• There is a Wine Cellar, which is humidity controlled.
• There is a large Summer Kitchen (30 m²) - which is perfect for preparing meals to be eaten in the Abri, next to the pool. French windows lead out from the summer kitchen out to the garden.
• There is also a WC on this floor.

Second floor

This is located in the Tower and features 4m high ceilings and tall windows.

• Bedroom 1 is luxurious and very spacious (44 m²). It features an original stone fireplace, exposed stone walls and a beautiful ceiling with exposed wooden beams. There is a King-size double bed, chaise-longue, dressing table and bedside cabinets. There is a radiator connected to the central heating, as well as an additional electric radiator. It comes with a large en suite bathroom featuring exposed wooden beams. The bathroom has a walk-in shower, wash basin, heated towel rail and WC.
• Bedroom 2 is also very spacious (37m²) and features a beautiful double bed, exposed stone walls, stunning views and access to a small Juliette balcony. The bedroom has a central heating radiator. The en-suite bathroom has a walk-in shower, WC, heated towel rail and wash basin.
• Bedroom 3 features a King-size double bed (which can be separated into twin beds), an armchair, dressing table and bedside cabinets. The bedroom is 30 m² and is heated by a radiator connected to the central heating. The en-suite bathroom has a walk-in shower, WC, heated towel rail and wash basin.
• There is a Laundry Room with washing machine, tumble dryer and overhead dryer.

Attic

• The attic has yet to be converted but it has electricity, water and 5 windows. The floor and walls are boarded. This would be an ideal space for an Artist studio.

Outside

• There is over 1700m² of landscaped gardens, with a large lawn and an ornamental courtyard garden. The gardens come with stunning views over the local vineyards and village.
• The large swimming pool is 7m x 1.6m. The pool has a salt water filter. Next to the pool there is a large summer house, perfect for outdoor entertaining.
• There is a private driveway with plenty of parking.

French Chateau to rent - prices

Chateau de Saussignac is available to rent throughout the year. The minimum stay is usually 1 months and prices will vary according to the season and duration of your stay. The rental price includes the gardener and a concierge service. In addition to the rental price, there is a provision of €500 towards the electricity, water, alarm, pool cleaning and Wi-Fi. During the winter period, guests are required to purchase oil for the central heating (which is reflected in the reduced rental price). Pets may be accepted through prior agreement.

Long term rentals (October to March): from €2500 per month + bills

Long term rentals (Aprim, May & September): from €3500 per month + bills

Long term rentals (June to August): from €5000 per month + bills

Take a virtual tour of Chateau de Saussignac in Dordogne, France: