The Dordogne is named after the Dordogne River, which flows through this beautiful area of France. You will come across beautiful wooded valleys, amazing rolling hills and gorgeous vineyards. The southern parts of France are beautiful anyway, but the Dordogne really is the most special of all. One other thing that the Dordogne is well-known for is its chateaux, so let’s take a look at the five best ones that you can rent for a holiday.
Chateau Granges Dans
Chateau Granges Dans can sleep 16 guests. A building has stood on its grounds for at least 600 years, but most likely longer. We know this because the foundations of the Chateau come from a 15th century ruin. It was renovated in 2011, which makes it a perfect holiday rental, as it has a fully modern kitchen and stunning bathrooms. It even comes with a private pool!
Domaine le Manoir
Domaine le Manoir is a cottage style castle. It is farmhouse that has been beautifully restored and allows you to reminisce and experience how people of wealth must have lived a few hundred years ago. The Domaine sleeps up to 7, which makes it the perfect property for families. It comes with an infinity pool, for ultimate relaxation.
Villa Shambala
Villa Shambala has its own private river garden, a gorgeous roof terrace, a court yard and even a salle d’ete. Eight guests can sleep here comfortably. It is a secluded property, from where you can make fascinating trips to the 13th century abbey, Palais Cardinal Hotel.
Honeymoon Gatehouse
To keep up with the castle theme, you could also choose the 15th century gatehouse property. It is small with just two bedrooms, but one of these has an ancient four poster bed. It is a truly romantic, wonderful little property that includes decking and a gorgeous secluded garden.
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Chateau de Cardou
Chateau de Cardou is a wonderful castle right in the middle of the Dordogne forest valleys. The views and scenery are truly breath taking. It can easily sleep 10 people and comes with a private pool, a dining terrace and even a helipad.
The Dordogne is a magical area. It is steeped in history, being the location for the Lascaux Caves, as well as the dig site of the Cro-Magnon, the oldest human remains to have been found on the European continent. As soon as you arrive in the Dordogne, you will feel as if you stepped back hundreds of years into time. Whether you will go so far as to done on medieval clothing and suddenly travel everywhere on horseback is up to you. The reality is that you can decide to do that, and you probably wouldn’t even look entirely out of place.
There are hundreds of things to do here, from visiting ancient abbeys and castles to enjoying romantic strolls along the river. You can go canoeing or caving, or simply choose to relax and taste the local gastronomy. Anything is possible in the Dordogne, except being bored and having nothing to do. If need be, you can organise a ghost hunt in the rental property you have chosen!
