Chateau De St Louis Keep
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Overview
Exuding a regal elegance from a bygone era, this majestic and historic chateau keep in Charente makes for an exclusive holiday retreat and unforgettable wedding venue in the southern Loire Valley.
A stay in this six-bedroom masterpiece will feel as if you are living among the imperial elite, with medieval furnishings, rich tapestries, antique art, and sophisticated décor. Grand, stately rooms allow for both socialising and relaxing, including multiple reception rooms, one with a gorgeous fireplace, for dining or hosting groups.
Each of the luxury bedroom suites is uniquely and thoughtfully designed and includes en suite bathrooms and cozy fireplaces. While the Chateau De St. Louis Keep can accommodate up to 16 guests (15 in the bedrooms and one guest on an extra bed available upon request), it can be rented in tandem with the main Chateau De St. Louis to host a total of 40 guests.
The grounds are equally as impressive as the interior, with vast gardens, fruit trees, vineyards, a lake for fishing and parklands to explore, all surrounded by an impressive moat. There are also excellent bird watching opportunities!
Nestled between Parthenay and Thouars, guests will be within close distance to the famous Loire Valley chateaux and, of course, the renowned wine and cuisine that attracts visitors far and wide.
For larger groups it is possible to rent the keep in conjunction with the main chateau to sleep groups of up to 40 guests.
| Good news! For a little extra, this property can be booked as a Vill’otel |
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What you should know…
- The Keep has 6 bedrooms to sleep 15 guests. An extra bed can be added to bedroom 1 or 3 on request, bringing total capacity to 16 guests. Please refer to the 'Features' tab for full details
- The Chateau Keep does not include the rental of the main chateau which shares the grounds
- The Chateau Keep can be rented independently or alongside the main chateau (for up to 40 guests in total)
- During the winter months, heating is charged on expenditure
- A car is recommended to make the most of the region
- The non-intrusive owners live on site
Property Features
The Keep has 6 bedrooms to sleep 15 guests. An extra bed can be added to bedroom 1 or 3 on request, bringing total capacity to 16 guests:
- Bedroom 1 with king size bed (180cm) and single bed (90cm)
- Bedroom 2 with double bed (150cm)
- Bedroom 3 with double bed (160cm)
- Bedroom 4 with 2 small double beds (130cm) and 2 single beds (90cm)
- Suite featuring bedroom 5 with double bed (140cm) and bedroom 6 with 2 single beds (90cm)
Each of the bedrooms has its own character; large fireplaces, stained glassed windows and classic medieval furniture.
On the ground floor of the keep there is a fantastic living room, dining room and kitchen. The keep is rented on a self catering basis. However, you are able to take meals in the grand hall of the main chateau.
The keep and castle are surrounded by a dramatic moat, a lake where one can fish, and the superbly maintained gardens. There are also excellent bird watching opportunities within the estate.
Location
About the surrounding area of Chateau De St Louis KeepLe Chateau de Saint Louis Keep is located in the most southern part of the Loire Valley in the region of Poitou-Charentes between the cities of Parthenay and Thouars. The castle are a 3 hour drive from Paris. By high-speed TGV train from Paris the travel time is 1.5 hours to Poitiers, which is a 45 minute drive to the castle.
Region
A region doesn’t get to be called “The Garden of France” without being pretty special, and the Loire Valley is just as luscious and beautiful as its nickname would suggest. There’s countless acres of beautiful woods, vineyards and farmland that produce some of France’s revered ingredients and delicacies, and a wealth of history and beautiful architecture that demands and rewards exploration. Whether you’re heading off with the family, friends, or both, our fantastic portfolio of Loire Valley villas and chateaux means you’ll find fantastic, comfortable and quirky accommodation no matter your preferences.
Extras
| Good news! This property is available as a Vill’otel |
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With a vill’otel holiday, you can enjoy all these services throughout your stay: Interested? |
A continental breakfast is served upon request in the dining room for €15 per person per day (eggs and bacon are available for €5). Also, the Chateau will gladly provide you with dinner served in the dining room for €75 per person and a half bottle of red Chinon wine per person. Aperitifs and coffees are additional. There are plenty of fantastic local restaurants.
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.
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Make hosting a memorable dinner party at your villa an absolute breeze with our superb Chef Service. Our chefs will take care of everything for you from start to finish so you can just sit back and enjoy the gastronomic experience. They will bring all the necessary ingredients, cook and serve the food and even clean up afterwards. To find out more visit www.oliverstravels.com/chefs
Please note that any event rental may be subject to additional charges, venue hire fees and to a hig...
Read moreEvent information
Please note that any event rental may be subject to additional charges, venue hire fees and to a higher security deposit, which will be in addition to any published rental rates and fees.
All events are on request only and subject to prior agreement from the owner, who reserves the right to refuse all events without their prior authorisation.
| Security deposit | €1000. The security deposit is paid on arrival and will be refunded in full after departure subject to damage inspection. |
| Arrival time | 16.00 |
| Departure time | 10.00 |
Terms & Conditions
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
| Security deposit | €1000. The security deposit is paid on arrival and will be refunded in full after departure subject to damage inspection. |
| Arrival time | 16.00 |
| Departure time | 10.00 |
| Energy costs included? | Included in the rental price. During the winter heating is charged to expenditure. To heat fully for a week costs in the region of €800. |
| Linen & towels included? | All linen and towels are included in the rental price. |
| Pets welcome? | Please enquire. |
| End of stay cleaning included? | Included in the rental price. |
| Smoking Allowed? | No smoking in the property. |
| 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. |
| Other Ts and Cs | The Keep has 6 bedrooms to sleep 15 guests. An extra bed can be added to bedroom 1 or 3 on request, bringing total capacity to 16 guests. Please refer to the 'Features' tab for full details. |
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 16 people:
| Rental period | 2 Nights | 3 Nights | 4 Nights | 5 Nights | Weekly |
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| Oct 4th 2023 - Oct 10th 2023 | £2,779 | £4,169 | £5,558 | £6,947 | £6,947 |
| Oct 10th 2023 - Oct 11th 2023 | £1,985 | £2,978 | £3,970 | £4,962 | £6,947 |
| Oct 11th 2023 - Dec 1st 2023 | £2,779 | £4,169 | £5,558 | £6,947 | £6,947 |
| Dec 1st 2023 - Nov 29th 2024 | £2,779 | £4,169 | £5,558 | £6,947 | £6,947 |
| Nov 29th 2024 - Apr 6th 2025 | £2,779 | £4,169 | £5,558 | £6,947 | £6,947 |
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
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An authentic and welcoming experience in a romantic chateau, simply marvelous!
A beautiful estate, the 17th century chateau has beautiful reception rooms, with a stunning set of gardens. We loved the orangerie and the newly restored dovecote. We woke up to the sound of the local church bells and enjoyed a lovely breakfast in the Keep, with parts dating from the 11th century. The owner was a very friendly and welcoming host who made us feel at home. Highly recommended.
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Unique stay in a medieval castle
Very unique experience. We stayed in the 13th century keep rather than the 17th century chateau. It was very cosy and well appointed. Our hosts were very welcoming and we could tour the entire estate. Highly recommend.
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A real authentic castle experience - loved it
Loved the room and the decor - just like a story book! The canopy beds were comfortable, good sized room. The host was lovely, breakfast was continental and very good and we had what we needed. The gardens were very cool to walk through. It was a great experience. Loved the peddle boats too - it was a great activity!
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