Chateau Serein

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Sleeps: 15 Bedrooms: 8 Bathrooms: 5

Overview

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Sustainable Collection
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Ideal for Kids

Staying at Château Serein is a true privilege; a charming English home in a classic French château surrounded by glorious Burgundy countryside. In the breathtaking Serein Valley, close to the Morvan hills, it’s less than an hour north of Beaune, the wine capital of the region.

This Grade I listed 18th century home has been in the family for many years and makes an outstanding venue for wonderful holidays where you can enjoy the finest food and wine of the region. It has even been highly recommended by two best-selling wine experts as an ideal base for wine-tasting tours of the Burgundy vineyards. Personal wine-tasting can also be arranged in the château itself, a truly memorable experience!

Situated on its own private island surrounded by broad moats, the château is approached through an avenue of lime trees. Enjoy time in the vast private grounds with its woods and landscaped gardens or spend warm summer days cooling off in the bassin, an 18th century bathing pool. Explore the moats with the rowing boat then challenge a friend to a game of croquet. Drink fine Burgundy wines on the splendid terrace and enjoy al-fresco meals en famille using fruit and vegetables which are regularly delivered from the delightful kitchen garden and fruit orchard.
 
The sense of space is wonderful; whether staying with family or friends you can always find somewhere quiet to relax throughout the château and grounds. Inside you will find eight spacious bedrooms and five bathrooms, several of which are en suite. The magnificent entrance hall with its grand piano and sweeping staircase is also sure to impress whilst the fine panelled salon has French doors leading to the west-facing terrace where you can gaze at the beautiful valley views.

Every morning a continental breakfast is served with cheese, hams, pastries and more and there’s also the opportunity to request dinners to be cooked for you by the hospitable Château Hosts once a day or a chef service. Both half and full board are possible or simply enjoy a chef preparing you a one-off special feast to enjoy outside on the terrace or by the roaring fire in the dining room. Do arrange any meals you require in advance; the excellent chefs tend to book up quickly.

Discover many of Burgundy’s gastronomic restaurants nearby, including some with Michelin stars and visit the famous vineyards of Burgundy with the wineries of Chablis and the Côte de Beaune in under an hour. Drive to charming market towns such as Saulieu, just 15km away or explore the magnificent Parc Naturel Régional du Morvan with its forests, mountains and lakes, ideal for all sorts of outdoor pursuits.

Local medieval towns include Semur-en-Auxois and Flavigny (where Chocolat was filmed) or venture further afield to Vézelay and the Abbaye de Fontenay, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites. In the heart of glorious Burgundy, there is so much to discover during your time at Château Serein.

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What you should know…

  • There is a moat so children need supervision, but it's fun for rowing
  • Rather than a traditional pool, there's  an 18th Century bassin at the heart of the charming kitchen garden, with fresh stream water, perfect for cooling off on hot summer days
  • The château can hold up to 15 people on request
  • If you're keen to book one of the catered chef services, please do so as soon as possible as the chefs are excellent and tend to get booked up very quickly, especially the Michelin-trained ones

This home is a part of our Sustainable Collection!

To be part of the collection, homes must meet a minimum of four criteria from our sustainable checklist, or three from the checklist and have a daily carbon footprint of 5kg or lower, based on full occupancy per bedroom. View the full collection here >

This home meets the following criteria from our sustainable checklist:

  • Supports the local community (locally owned)
  • Supports the local community (promotes local businesses)
  • Promotes Sustainable Living (Recycling)
  • Promotes Sustainable Living (Vegetable Patch)

Property Features

Private Pool Wi-Fi/Internet Indoor Games Outdoor Games Table Tennis DVD Working Fireplace/Woodburner Waterfront

Château Interiors

Ground Floor

-    Entrance hall with grand piano and sweeping stone staircase
-    Living room with open fireplace and doors leading to terrace
-    Dining room
-    Breakfast room and home office
-    Kitchen

First Floor


-    Informal living room with TV and DVD player
-    Bedroom 1 with double bed (1.8x1.9m, can be made as a twin) with connecting child’s bedroom, ideal for a baby or small child. En suite bathroom with bath and shower
-    Bedroom 2 with double bed (1.5x1.8m) and en suite shower room
-    Bedroom 3 with small four poster double bed (1.4x1.75m) and en suite bathroom with bath and shower
-    Bedroom 4 with two singles (1x1.9m)
-    Bedroom 5 with five singles (2 beds are 0.9x1.85m, 2 beds are 1x2m and 1 bed is 1x1.9m)
-    Bedroom 6 with double/twin bed (1.8x2m, can be twinned) and en suite bathroom with bath and shower (double access, can be shared with Bedroom 7)
-    Bedroom 7 with single bed (1x1.8m) (can use adjacent bathroom belonging to Bedroom 6, or nearby bathroom belonging to Bedroom 8)
-    Bedroom 8 with small double bed (1.3x1.8m) and large family bathroom alongside, with bath and shower

Outside Grounds

-    ‘Bassin’ – stone-lined 18th century bathing ‘pool’ (11m diameter, depth: 1m)
-    Moat and rowing boat
-    Croquet lawn
-    Kitchen garden
-    Landscaped gardens
-    Woods
-    Ample car parking

Facilities

-    Wi-Fi
-    TV and DVD player
-    CD player
-    2 x Sonos speakers
-    Grand piano 
-    Ping-pong
-    Cards and board games
-    Croquet
-    Hairdryers

Location

About the surrounding area of Chateau Serein
Rural Location Walking/Hiking Paths Wine Tasting Golf Nearby Cycling Horse Riding Outstanding Landscapes Outdoor Pursuit & Activities Tourist Towns & Villages Historical Sites
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Situated in the Côte d’Or, in the Serein valley, Château Serein enjoys a wonderful setting in the heart of Burgundy and is an ideal location for exploring the gastronomic delights and vineyards of this amazing region.

The château is near three main wine regions - the Loire, Chablis and the Côtes de Nuits of Beaune. As well as some of the famous and highly-regarded wineries of Burgundy, there are also hundreds of smaller vineyards who will welcome you, show you how their wine is produced and allow you to taste their final product.

As well as wine-tasting, there is a wealth of beautiful villages and towns nearby such as Saulieu (15km) with its delightful market on a Saturday morning and the Michelin 2* Relais Bernard Loiseau. There is also a wonderfully refurbished cinema, which sometimes shows films in the original language and a spa for relaxing treatments. 

Other great places to visit include Semur-en-Auxois, Flavigny (where the film Chocolat was shot), Chateauneuf-en-Bourgogne and Nolay.

The most famous town of all, the capital of the Burgundy wine region, is Beaune (65km) with its famous Hospices de Beaune, one of France's most prestigious sights. It's a great base for wine tasting and also a short distance to some of the famous Burgundy wine villages along the Route des Grands Crus. The Beaune Festival of Baroque Music takes place there during the month of July, with concerts every weekend.

Burgundy has always been known for its elegant châteaux with many magnificent homes or grounds open to visit including Bussy Rabutin, Commarin, Sully-en-Bourgogne, Époisses, Bazoches and Chateauneuf.

The abbeys of Fontenay and Vézeley, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites, are also worthy of a visit as well as magnificent Cluny further south. 

This region is also great for all sorts of activities from horse-riding and tree-top activity centres to golf and even hot air balloon rides! Cycling is popular, both in the Parc Naturel Régional du Morvan and along Burgundy canals such as near Pouilly-en-Auxois.

Across the region there are all sorts of events, especially in the spring and summer such as brocantes in July and August (flea markets/antique fairs) in surrounding towns and villages. In June there's a ‘Fête de la Musique’. The festival of Baroque Opera Music in Beaune takes place in July, there's the Cajun Nights in Saulieu at the start of August and the Musical Encounters at Vézelay at the end of August. October is a great time to visit with the Chablis wine festival taking place.

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Local Amenities
Nearest Airport Lyon

(240km)

Nearest Airport 2 Paris Orly

(250km)

Nearest Train Station Gare de Montbard/Dijon

(40km/63km)

Nearest Restaurant Local village

(5km)

Nearest Town/City Saulieu

(15km)

Nearest Supermarket

(12km)

Nearest Golf Hôtel Golf Château de Chailly

(14km)

Region

Renowned throughout the world for its venerable wines, Burgundy is an essential destination for those who appreciate the finer aspects of the winemaker’s art. This is a region where you can visit some of the oldest and most prestigious vineyards in the world and taste wines that are regularly regarded as the best France has to offer (which is saying something). As one of the richest regions of France for hundreds of years, Burgundy also offers a wealth of history and culture as well as beautiful landscapes that offer the adventurous visitor plenty of stuff to do, even if it’s just a walk to admire the scenery. If you’re booking one of our fantastic villas and chateaux in Burgundy, you’ll want to read this fantastic Burgundy travel guide to find all the best things to do, see, eat and drink. 

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Kids

Best Suited For: All Ages
Ideal for Kids Ideal for Teens

The Parc Naturel Régional du Morvan is just wonderful for families who love outdoor pursuits with its landscapes of mountains, forests and lakes. There are some great walking trails, cycling routes and mountain biking opportunities as well as watersports on the lakes – looks out for sailing at Lac des Settons as well as kayaking, canoeing and rafting along the rivers of the region.

There are also horse-riding centres, tree-top activity parks and another magnificent way to see the landscapes is a hot-air balloon ride for a once in a lifetime opportunity.

Cycling along the canals of Burgundy, pretty picnics and lazy days out in medieval market towns will also delight both the young and old.

Another great Burgundy day out is to the MuséoParc Alésia, which brings the Roman conquest of Gaul to life.

Baby and Toddler Equipment

  • Cot(s)
  • High Chair(s)

Kids Activities Close-by

  • Cycling
  • Horse Riding
  • Outdoor Pursuit & Activities
  • Tourist Towns & Villages
  • Historical Sites

Onsite Facilities

  • Swings
  • Board games
  • Indoor Games
  • Outdoor Games
  • Table Tennis
  • DVD
  • Waterfront

Services Available

  • Catering Available
  • Chef/Cook Available
  • Maid Service Available
  • Maid Service Included
  • Breakfast Included

Extras

Oliver's Extras

  • Pre-Stocked Fridge Available
  • Yoga Classes Available
  • Wine-Tasting Available
  • Transfers Available
  • Catering Available
  • Chef/Cook Available
  • Maid Service Available
  • Maid Service Included
  • On-Site Concierge
  • Breakfast Included
  • Welcome Drink and Nibbles Included
  • Fruit and Vegetables from Château Garden Included
  • Private Concerts by the Grand Piano
Good news! This property is available as a Vill’otel

With a vill’otel holiday, you can enjoy all these services throughout your stay:

- Daily breakfast
- Daily maid service
- Welcome drinks for your group
- Fridge-stocking assistance
- Private chef service

Interested?
If you’d like to book the Vill’otel serviced option, contact us on villotel@oliverstravels.com for a tailor-made quote! Typical costs range between £100-£250 per person per week dependent on requirements.

Please note that all services are subject to availability and must be requested at the time of booking.

At Oliver’s Travels we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to babysitters we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:

- Maid service/extra cleaning
- Private chef/cook/catering
- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge
- Local day-trips or tours
- Airport pick-up/drop-off

Extras available at this property (included):

- Welcome drink and nibbles
- Daily continental breakfast (ham, cheese, boiled eggs, fruit, cereal, yoghurt, fresh croissants, breads, tea, coffee and orange juice)
- Château Hosts in situ to undertake daily duties, and to assist guests with outings, excursions, restaurant bookings, etc.
- Fruit and vegetable deliveries from Château potager (kitchen garden) and Orchard
- Mid-week linen change
- Bathroom toiletries
- Bedrooms and bathrooms freshened up daily
- Turn down service

Extras available at this property (payable locally):

- Extra cleaning
- Fridge stocking assistance
- Catering - the Château Hosts can prepare up to three meals per week with at least one week's notice
- Chef service for half or full-board plus enhanced breakfast service (please ask for package offers)
- Chef service for ad-hoc meals
- Private concerts by grand piano and other musicians
- Market tours
- Cooking lessons
- Wine delivery
- Wine-tastings
- Yoga classes
- Taxis/local chauffeur companies

All chef services especially require as much notice as possible.

Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfil your requests!

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Terms & Conditions

These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.

Security deposit €2000 paid via bank transfer to the owner 8 weeks before arrival and refunded one month after departure, subject to full inspection. Details in T&Cs sent by owner.
Arrival time 4.00 p.m.
Departure time 11.00 a.m.
Energy costs included? Yes.
Linen & towels included? Yes, linen and towels are changed once a week. Beds are made daily.
Pets welcome? Not allowed.
Changeover day Friday. With the exception of Saturday changeovers at the end of July.
Smoking Allowed? No.
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. Please also return items such as books, games, mugs, etc. to where you found them so that following guests can enjoy them as well.
Heating costs included? Yes, within reason of the owner's allowance.
Minimum stay 4 nights during May and September, otherwise 7 nights.
Other Ts and Cs Weddings are not permitted, but special events can be accommodated on request.
Other Ts and Cs Permission is required for editorial or commercial shoots or films or documentaries. Please enquire for location rates.
Other Ts and Cs Prices are based on 15 guests sharing.
Other Ts and Cs A signed rental agreement is also required before guests can gain entry to the property. This will be sent to you by the owner on booking.
Other Ts and Cs Please note there is a maximum stay of 2 weeks per month.



Rental Rates

Prices based on an occupancy of 15 people:

Rental period 4 Nights 5 Nights Weekly
Mar 28th 2024 - May 3rd 2024 - - £9,258
May 3rd 2024 - Jun 7th 2024 £6,630 £8,288 £10,547
Jun 7th 2024 - Jul 5th 2024 - - £10,547
Jul 5th 2024 - Jul 13th 2024 - - £11,929
Jul 13th 2024 - Aug 2nd 2024 - - £11,929
Aug 2nd 2024 - Aug 30th 2024 - - £11,929
Aug 30th 2024 - May 2nd 2025 £6,630 £8,288 £10,547
May 2nd 2025 - Jun 6th 2025 £6,630 £8,288 £10,547
Jun 6th 2025 - Jul 4th 2025 - - £10,547
Jul 4th 2025 - Jul 12th 2025 - - £11,929
Jul 12th 2025 - Aug 1st 2025 - - £11,929
Aug 1st 2025 - Aug 29th 2025 - - £11,929
Aug 29th 2025 - Sep 29th 2025 £6,630 £8,288 £10,547

Prices based on an occupancy of 15 people:

Rental period 4 Nights 5 Nights Weekly
Mar 28th 2024 - May 3rd 2024 - - €10,050
May 3rd 2024 - Jun 7th 2024 €7,198 €8,997 €11,450
Jun 7th 2024 - Jul 5th 2024 - - €11,450
Jul 5th 2024 - Jul 13th 2024 - - €12,950
Jul 13th 2024 - Aug 2nd 2024 - - €12,950
Aug 2nd 2024 - Aug 30th 2024 - - €12,950
Aug 30th 2024 - May 2nd 2025 €7,198 €8,997 €11,450
May 2nd 2025 - Jun 6th 2025 €7,198 €8,997 €11,450
Jun 6th 2025 - Jul 4th 2025 - - €11,450
Jul 4th 2025 - Jul 12th 2025 - - €12,950
Jul 12th 2025 - Aug 1st 2025 - - €12,950
Aug 1st 2025 - Aug 29th 2025 - - €12,950
Aug 29th 2025 - Sep 29th 2025 €7,198 €8,997 €11,450

Prices based on an occupancy of 15 people:

Rental period 4 Nights 5 Nights Weekly
Mar 28th 2024 - May 3rd 2024 - - $10,913
May 3rd 2024 - Jun 7th 2024 $7,816 $9,769 $12,433
Jun 7th 2024 - Jul 5th 2024 - - $12,433
Jul 5th 2024 - Jul 13th 2024 - - $14,062
Jul 13th 2024 - Aug 2nd 2024 - - $14,062
Aug 2nd 2024 - Aug 30th 2024 - - $14,062
Aug 30th 2024 - May 2nd 2025 $7,816 $9,769 $12,433
May 2nd 2025 - Jun 6th 2025 $7,816 $9,769 $12,433
Jun 6th 2025 - Jul 4th 2025 - - $12,433
Jul 4th 2025 - Jul 12th 2025 - - $14,062
Jul 12th 2025 - Aug 1st 2025 - - $14,062
Aug 1st 2025 - Aug 29th 2025 - - $14,062
Aug 29th 2025 - Sep 29th 2025 $7,816 $9,769 $12,433

Please note that these prices/rates are a guide only and may not be correct at the current date. For an accurate quote, please enquire.

Reviews

  • Completely Unforgettable

    on 22/07/2023

    Thank you all for an amazing week. This chateau is wonderful, completely unforgettable. Thank you for making such a great place to stay!

  • The Château setting is stunning!

    on 15/07/2023

    Our week at the château - nothing can beat perfection can it? The château setting is stunning, the neighbourhood charming and we could not have enjoyed ourselves more. For everyone the memories are different - one of the granddaughters marveled at the wonderful meals each night in the chateau’s ‘Downton Abbey’ dining room, others loved morning rituals—including the little egg cups!—in the breakfast room and still others collected cherished memories of the outstanding cooking class orchestrated by Chef Laure.
    Walking the gardens, cycling the neighbouring countryside, taking part in collecting the day’s fresh eggs from the hens, there are too many places and experiences to enumerate here though one element that cannot be disregarded is the welcoming friendliness and indefatigable industry that the Château Hosts exhibited without fail throughout the week. Having all those wonderful personalities on hand turned out to be an additional highlight of our week. Hiring Bernard and Sophie for four days of guided touring was a great decision. They are both completely knowledgeable, professionally adept and captivatingly charming. Whether canoeing the river, hunting mushrooms with Patrice, cycling in the Morvan, arranging country picnics and bistro lunches, or touring historic sites and doing a bit of wine tasting, both did a marvelous job of organizing our days, and we all enjoyed absolutely EVERYTHING!
    At the end of the week one granddaughter came up to us exclaiming, “Papa, I didn’t think anything could top our week together in Italy 5 years ago, but this was even better!" We all still have stars in our eyes from our week at the Château...Memorable!

  • Amazing Experience

    on 15/07/2023

    Thank you for such an amazing experience. The Château, the dinners, the warm hospitality. Everything was so terrific and done with love

  • Our holiday was an exceptional experience!

    on 05/07/2023

    Our extended family of 11 adults spent an unforgettable week at Château [Serein] in the Summer of 2023. This magnificent home still stands proudly after almost 400 years, with reminders of its long history evident from the moment you arrive; the imposing wrought iron entry gates, the 14th Century chapel tower, the tolling of the church bell, fortified by a still-functioning stone moat.
    The house is beautifully set up for guests of all ages. Spacious bedrooms, high ceilings and enormous windows are a reminder of the grandeur of this Château. Every guest room included elegant antiques as well as incredibly comfortable beds and luxurious bed linens. The recently updated bathrooms were well-appointed with both showers and baths. The dining room and salon are delightful, but we also did enjoy spending time outside, either reclining on the back patio to watch the swifts busily circling the Château before nightfall, or indulging in many a croquet battle on the front lawn!
    Catering is very easy here – we dined out locally (there are a number of local restaurants within an easy drive), and on other nights we either cooked in the well-equipped kitchen, or had dinner prepared for us by the Château Hosts or a local chef. We had quite a few enthusiastic cooks amongst us, so preparing a meal from all the superb local produce sourced during a day’s outing was a fun way to spend the afternoon and evening. Really, we just didn’t want to leave! A substantial breakfast, complete with undoubtedly the best croissants we’ve ever tasted and procured from a local boulangerie, is laid out each morning by the Château Hosts. Oh, and French butter… sublime!
    One of the biggest draw cards to Burgundy is the wine, and our e-bike tour of Chablis suggested by our Château Hosts was definitely a highlight. One memorable evening, our host also arranged for a local wine expert to visit the Château and conduct a tasting of local wines.
    The Château is situated a good 10-minute drive to the nearest town, but we never felt isolated – there are so many beautiful historic towns and villages to explore, along with the natural wonderland that is Parc Morvan. Larger centres such as Dijon and Beaune are less than an hour away and well worth a visit.
    We really only have great things to say about Château [Serein] . From our initial booking, and throughout our stay, the host was communicative, friendly and engaged in making sure our holiday was an exceptional experience. A wonderful way to enjoy the delights of Burgundy in a relaxed, sophisticated setting.

  • Charming Chateau

    on 30/06/2023

    Thank you so much for such a great week in one of the most beautiful locations in the world. I will miss the swifts and the bells. What a charming Château. I loved it.

  • Magical

    on 30/06/2023

    This is a magical, special house. It has been a privilege to stay here. Thank you so much for making our stay so memorable.

  • An extraordinary time in an extraordinary place

    on 20/05/2022

    Thank you Lucy and team. We all agree that it was one of the best vacations we've ever taken.

  • We loved our trip

    on 18/10/2019

    The Chateau Serein is beautiful and historic. We were thrilled to get to experience true chateau life. You and your team made the trip so much more enjoyable. Hiring a chef was a wonderful addition, and truly made the trip. Our favorite part of the trip was our dinners in the dining room with a fire burning in the fireplace. The rooms where we cocktailed, played Mah-Jong and dined, we could not have been happier with, or more comfortable. We had a wonderful trip and truly enjoyed your family château.

  • Magnificent Home

    on 30/09/2018

    Cheers Lucy and family ❤️ Much thanks and gratitude for an impeccable sejour in your magnificent home. Your personal touch and hospitality has made all the difference for our family and friends feeling welcome.

  • Unforgettable weekend

    on 21/09/2018

    Thank you Lucy and family for an unforgettable weekend + great memories ❤️

  • Heaven

    on 13/09/2018

    Thank you for sharing a slice of heaven with us

  • Fond memories that will last a lifetime

    on 03/09/2013

    Thanks for the upmost hospitality. Everyone had the most marvelous time at the Château Serein, due in large part to the warmth that you displayed all week long. It couldn't have been better. You helped contribute to some fond memories that will last a lifetime.

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