Chateau de Lasfonds

Overview

Meticulously restored, the château seamlessly blends historic charm with modern comforts, offering an exclusive, private sanctuary for up to 18 guests. Whether you’re planning a family reunion, a milestone celebration, or a relaxing getaway with friends, Château de Lasfonds provides an unforgettable setting for your dream escape.

Step into timeless elegance as you explore beautifully appointed bedrooms, spacious living areas, and thoughtfully designed amenities, including a heated pool, gym, and games room. Every detail has been carefully curated to ensure a truly indulgent experience.

Savor the culinary treasures of the Périgord region, famed for its gastronomic heritage. Relish the flavors of fresh produce, succulent beef, and the coveted black truffle, paired with exceptional local wines and the world-renowned Cognac, just a short drive away.

Built between 1849 and 1893 by a prominent Bordeaux merchant family, Château de Lasfonds is perched atop a hill, surrounded by 6.5 hectares of parkland. The estate boasts a four-story château, three charming outbuildings, and a beautifully landscaped garden. With its serene setting of rolling hills, lush forests, and picturesque villages, the property offers a perfect balance of luxury and tranquility.

For those seeking an exclusive escape steeped in history and natural beauty, Château de Lasfonds is the ultimate destination.

Layout

Château de Lasfonds - Garden Floor

• Kitchen: The modern kitchen has all the equipment you need to make meals and drinks. There is space to eat inside or outside. There is also a table in the kitchen that seats up to 8 guests.
• Terrace: The south-facing terrace offers clear views of the area and has a table that seats up to 10 guests.  There is also a part of the terrace with sun loungers. Next to this is a living room with couch and fireplace for evenings. At night, outdoor lights can light up the castle, or you can turn them off to see the stars.
• Dining Room: Features a vaulted cellar design, brickwork, and period furniture for a genuine 19th-century ambiance, ideal for enjoying meals or a glass of wine.
• Pantry: Features a large beverage fridge with ice maker and a fully equipped Barista corner that includes both a classic Bezerra manual espresso maker and a fully automatic Jura coffee machine. There are also an ample supply of glasses and cocktail mixing equipment.
• Living Room: The area offers cozy seating and is equipped with a fireplace, TV, and music system, making it a great place to relax, read, watch a show, chat and unwind.

Château de Lasfonds - Ground Floor

• Foyer: The ground floor features marble floors, various artworks, and a mix of European and Asian antiques. Each space is distinct, with its own art, antiques, colors, and designer furniture.
• Library: Whether you're passing time, browsing through art and history books, or settling in for a few hours with a novel, this comfortable room is an ideal spot to sit and read.
• Oriental Hallway: The space greets you with a unique blend of antique Chinese furniture, intricate calligraphy, and striking modern art, creating an artistic atmosphere.
• Heritage Salon: The colonial-themed lounge is filled with a mix of European and Asian antiques and art from the 18th to early 20th. It is suitable for relaxation, appreciating art, reading, or enjoying music, and also serves as a sophisticated setting for socializing and hosting guests.
• Modern Art Salon: This vibrant room is decked out with modern designer furniture and unique, original artworks. There's a dedicated Gin & Whiskey bar where you can pour yourself a drink and unwind with your favorite music.

Château de Lasfonds - First Floor

• Master Bedroom: This 80m² suite includes a king-sized bed, air conditioning, a dressing room, and an ensuite bathroom with two open showers. It's a luminous room with open views and carefully chosen furniture and artwork.
• Ensuite Bathroom: The spacious bathroom has two showers, plenty of natural light, and a great view.
• Dressing Room: This walk-in closet offers ample storage space and includes a full-length mirror on the wall. There's also a comfortable bench for sitting.
• Office Room: The Château includes a dedicated office room complete with an antique desk, high-speed internet, a printer and scanner, a USB-speakerphone, and other essential office supplies.
• Pantry: The master bedroom includes a private pantry with fridge and a lot of storage, sparing you a trip downstairs. 
• Entertainment Room: Features an 85-inch TV with mini-LED technology for excellent picture quality. The space is enhanced by a high-quality NAD/B&W 5.1 surround sound system for an immersive audio experience.  The TV is compatible with Android and IOS devices for easy streaming, and its low input lag and quick response time make it perfect for gaming. Enjoy watching movies, playing on the PS5, or immersing yourself in VR games with the Sony VR2 headset.

Château de Lasfonds - Second Floor

• Lounge Area: Relax in the sitting room, where the striking grand ceilings, crafted from the timbers of a ship, add a touch of elegance. Admire the artwork, lose yourself in a book, or enjoy a cup of tea in this captivating setting.
• Multipurpose Area: Utilize the space for work or leisure, whether you're diving into the collection of board games or enjoying some family fun.
• Pantry: The pantry offers easy access to a quick coffee. It's equipped with a kettle, coffee maker, fridge, and other essentials.
• Toilets & Bathrooms: There are two sets of bathrooms and toilets on each side of the floor. The showers and double sink setup ensure there's ample space for everyone's needs.
• Continental Garden Room: This north facing room offers a view of the Château's garden. The furniture and décor have a European antique feel. It is equipped with a king-size bed, wardrobe, desk and air-conditioner. 
• Middle Kingdom Room: The Middle Kingdom room is decorated with Chinese antique accents and is the largest of the three rooms on the 2nd floor. It is equipped with a king-size bed as well as a sofa bed. 
• Commonwealth Room: Facing east, this room is colonial themed and provides a splendid view of both the Château's garden and the rising sun. It is equipped with a king-size bed, wardrobe, desk and air-conditioner. 

Outbuildings

In addition to the main castle, there is a garden and three outbuildings on the property. These buildings were once farm structures but have since been updated. Now, they offer extra space for activities and more rooms for guests.  You’ll also find a big, heated pool near these buildings, which provides a great view of the castle.

The Garden

The area around the Château de Lasfonds has a lot to offer for those who enjoy the outdoors. You’ll find a well-kept garden with a variety of flowers, century-old fruit trees, a quiet forest and a spacious lawn for outdoor activities.  There are plenty of benches and seating areas throughout the grounds, perfect for walking or just taking a break to unwind. The estate is also home to local wildlife such as deer, hares, bats, owls, foxes, and the groundskeeper’s dog may stop by, too.

The Château is set on raised ground, offering impressive views of the nearby countryside.  At night, the lack of city lights means you can enjoy excellent stargazing across the property, with the stars appearing especially clear and vivid. 

The Pool

The large heated pool, open for 6 months of the year, is equipped with a child safety alarm as well as a cleaning system. Around the pool, you’ll find eight comfortable lounging chairs with umbrellas, perfect for relaxing and enjoying the sun. 

Games Room And Fitness Retreat

The Southern outbuilding houses the Games Room, a large 100m² space where guests can enjoy a variety of activities. It includes a gym area stocked with free weights, a Roman chair, an exercise bench, a rowing machine and yoga mats. Additionally, there’s plenty of fun to be had with a billiard table, table tennis, a professional-grade foosball table and darts.  The room provides the convenience of a fully-equipped kitchen located in the adjacent building, complete with a fridge, freezer, oven, stove, and all the necessary cooking essentials, perfect for preparing and serving snacks and beverages outdoors. Some of the original features like the animal feed and water trays have been preserved to maintain the rustic charm of the area.

Outdoor Dining

The estate features a covered dining area ideal for large gatherings with a main table that seats 14 guests and additional bar seating crafted from a repurposed wine barrel. Guests can choose between a gas or charcoal BBQ for cooking. Adjacent to the BBQ area is an outdoor kitchen equipped with a fridge, freezer, oven, stove, and other outdoor cooking essentials. This space includes a tabletop area suitable for food preparation or grilling. For more extensive cooking needs, a fully equipped kitchen is available in the building next door. If you need more room, the dining table can be moved to transform the area into a social or party venue.

Lodging Cottages

Within the Western and Southern outbuildings are five additional accommodation spaces.

• Lavender Cottage: The Southern outbuilding is a two-story, 130m² guesthouse with two bedrooms. Each bedroom is 16m² and comes with its own bathroom. The guesthouse includes a kitchen with a dining area, a laundry room and a living room. There's also a private terrace, which is bordered by roses and lavender in the summer.
• Loft Gite: This unique two-story room features a tall ceiling and is named after the striking window that once graced a small chapel in the Château during the 1800s. On the ground floor, there's a living space with a sofa, a small kitchen area, an original oven, and a bathroom with shower. Upstairs, is a sleeping platform with a queen-sized bed. The room also has a side entrance that opens to a private seating area in the garden.
• Pool Gite: The Western outbuilding contains two guest suites, both approximately 45m². They feature original stone walls and wooden beams, and each suite has its own bathroom and a private garden area, giving them the comfortable and quaint atmosphere of small village homes.
• Garden Gite: The Western outbuilding contains two guest suites, both approximately 45m². They feature original stone walls and wooden beams, and each suite has its own bathroom and a private garden area.

Northern Outbuilding

The Northern outbuilding includes a garage, the groundskeeper’s living quarters, and the Baker’s Den.  The Baker’s Den has historical significance, with a ground floor that preserves the original stone bread oven from the Château’s early days. Although it’s only been minimally updated, the Baker’s Den is set up with tables, a TV, and board games, making it an informal hangout spot that’s particularly appealing to younger visitors.