holidays rental of listed castle Castanet, France

A luxurious hilltop chateau overlooking one of France’s most beautiful river valleys – the Dordogne. Completely modernised, the chateau retains all its original classic features whilst providing luxurious living with extraordinary period charm. Surrounded by a 100 acre forest providing stunning views from the high cliff edges and allowing for strolls up through the private forest. Chateau de Rouffillac harbors unprecedented facilities – a cliff top luxury pool, relaxing courtyards, historic ramparts, Al Fresco outdoor dining overlooking the Dordogne river, multi terraced gardens and soon a state-of-the-art private luxurious spa with a steam room, a zen waterfall, a yoga studio and a fully equipped gym. Rented as a weekly chateau or as an entire experience week. Experience weeks are fully integrated service weeks where the staff of Rouffillac do everything – cook, excursions, historic, party’s and many more interesting things.

If there us “The” Dordogne property, then this is it – one of the great landmarks that every visitor admires. The extraordinary location of this Renaissance style château perched high above the river makes it quite unique. From every window and terrace there are fabulous views down the winding banks of the Dordogne and over the medieval village of La Roque Gageac, voted "one of the prettiest villages of France". The castle is a family residence, and combines modern comfort with the charm of antique furniture making it a wonderful place to stay. After you step through the gateway a private alley will lead you to the main courtyard of the castle. On the ground floor is a 100m² living room and a sitting room which open onto a large terrace, a vast dining room with an extendable table and a newly-installed and well-equipped kitchen. At first floor are 6 large bedrooms with exceptional views over the Dordogne valley. The large stone staircase serves the second floor where are another 3 large bedrooms and a smaller one. The views become even more beautiful as you get higher! Hanging onto the cliffside, the swimming pool which is 12mx6m offers a great exposition to fully enjoy the long summer days and benefits from the same panoramic vista over the Dordogne river. There are two hectares of lovely grounds including woods, a park and gardens of 1000sqm. The belvedere above the swimming pool and the Dordogne river below, the playground on a lower level, the rose garden around the pool, the hundred year old trees which surround the chateau…. All make for ideal spots for walks and relaxing, and give the feeling of space and the sensation of grandeur . Tennis table, football table and trempoline are available for your entertainment. A rare privilege in this steep and pedestrian village : the access to the château is possible by car, with private parking for up to 8 cars.