Chateau De Seyres has an ideal location, and it's only a minute's walk to the village centre and shops. It's 10km to the Dordogne and 17km to Angoulême (with its excellent rail connection) and the chateau itself is easily reached by road, rail and air and remains open all year for daily, weekly or weekend rentals.
If you're a nature lover, it's paradise! The two hectares of parkland attached to the property provide plenty of opportunities for exercise, play and relaxation, with its 14m pool providing the perfect place to take a dip. The immediate surroundings offer many leisure hiking trails, as well as the chance to take in some great views and get closer to the French countryside.
In the local area, other activities include: the village leisure park for playing boules; a 9-hole golf course (with restaurant, bar and shop) and paintball at one of the biggest centres in France at Garat; horse riding for families at Pranzac; free tennis court and football pitch in the neighbouring village of Bouex (3km).
The Chateau de Seyres is also the perfect base for day-trips to explore cities like Angouleme, Perigueux, Brantome, Limoges and Poitiers. The seaside resorts of La Rochelle, l’Ile de Ré, l’Ile d’Oleron and Royan are attractive destinations with sandy beaches and summer music festivals.
The chateau is located is a small village located on the borders of the Charente and Dordogne in South West France. 5 minutes by car are free tennis courts, fishing and a park.
Within 8 km you will also find canoeing/kayaking, horse riding, karting (for children of 7 years and older) and a waterpark with man-made beaches and pedallos. Within 17km there is golf, bowling and ice skating.
Further afield: Chateau la Rochefoucauld 18km (children can dress up in medieval costumes). Water park and lakes Angouleme 14km. La Vallee des Singes 100km (monkey park). Futuroscope 110km (theme park).
There are three 18 hole courses nearby - Montbron 25km, Angouleme 15km and Cognac 45km.
The Region
Aquitaine’s reputation as a varied and enchanting destination is well-earned – whether you’re looking for relaxation or excitement, this beautiful part of south-western France is a feast for every one of the senses.