Chateau De Simon - Six Bedroom Castle, Sleeps 12

The charming 15th century Château de Simon, a holiday château in Aquitaine, is situated on 15 acres of private woodland with a variety of wildlife and the beautiful river Dropt running through. Go for a dip in a large swimming pool, then enjoy outdoor dining in the nearby summer house with an attached bathroom. The château is in perfect position, on the border between the Dordogne and the Lot et Garonne.

The family house, furnished with antiques, sleeps 12 in 6 comfortable bedrooms. The two first-floor master bedrooms have unique features like wooden beams and amazing views. You’ll find original ceilings, stone walls and marble fireplaces in some rooms, including the grand salon. Walk out to the gardens from the drawing room's French doors.

When you’re ready to explore the area, you are near several medieval towns and castles, including a market town and Eymet, which has a large English-speaking population. Wine lovers can visit the area’s many vineyards, including St. Emilion, Monbazillac and Cahors appellations. Seek out nearby man-made lakes with sandy beaches for swimming and water sports.

This French château is 21km from the Bergerac airport.

Features:

Château Interiors

Ground Floor

-    Grand salon with marble fireplace
-    Dining room with fireplace and seating for up to 12 guests
-    Small drawing room with open fireplace and doors opening up to rear garden
-    Kitchen-breakfast room, well-equipped
-    Double bedroom with fireplace
-    2 x twin bedrooms
-    Family bedroom
-    Bathroom
-    Laundry room with washing machine and dryer

First Floor

-    Master bedroom with dressing room and en suite bathroom
-    Second master bedroom with canopied double bed

Outside Grounds

-    Swimming pool
-    Coal barbecue
-    Summer house with bathroom
-    Al-fresco dining area

Please note some parts of the château are not accessible to guests.

Location:

The nearest airports are Bordeaux (1hr 45mins) and Toulouse (2hr 15mins).

The local area is perfect for visiting medieval castles and historic towns such as Sarlat, Monflanquin and Montpazier. You can also visit the many vineyards found in the area, such as St Emilion, Monbazillac and Cahors.

For water sports and swimming, you will find man made lakes with beaches and numerous places to enjoy golf, horse riding and tennis. There are lots of activities that can be arranged such as canoeing and bicycle hire.

Local activities to the chateau include: 2 golf courses nearby, one of which is championship level; 4 tennis courts 5 mins away; local markets (one on every day somewhere); any one of a number of local Bastide villages nearby (nicest ones listed in book); open boat trip up the Dordogne river; day trip drive to Sarlat (one of the most beautiful towns in the Dordogne); the famous Lascaux caves; lots of festivals (fetes) and night markets. There is a local tourist information centre in the nearby town that can help you with lots of other suggestions.

Terms & Conditions:

Security deposit?
€750 Euros paid on arrival to the owner and refunded after departure subject to inspection.

Arrival time?
5.00 p.m. (Earlier check-in upon request)

Departure time?
10.00 a.m.

Energy costs included?
Yes.

Linen & towels included?
Yes.

Pets welcome?
No pets allowed.

Changeover day?
Saturday.

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?
Outside only.

Insurance?
It is recommended that all guests take out insurance to cover against potential cancellation and any accidental damage caused during your stay at the property.

Minimum stay?
7 nights.

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.

Other Ts and Cs?
Weddings, stag/hen parties and any special events are on request only and subject to prior arrangement with the owner and additional charges.
Smoking - not allowed