Chateau Mezard

A beautifully restored 13th-century Gascon château with countryside views, historic interiors, formal gardens and a private heated pool.


A fairytale castle

A fairytale castle set in the stunning hillsides of Saint Mézard - just amazing! Easy to get to from Toulouse, Château Mézard was a perfect home base for exploring the surrounding quaint villages offering the finest in local Gascony food and wine. Si...

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A fairytale castle

A fairytale castle set in the stunning hillsides of Saint Mézard - just amazing! Easy to get to from Toulouse, Château Mézard was a perfect home base for exploring the surrounding quaint villages offering the finest in local Gascony food and wine. Si...

4 Reviews

Overview

Sleeps 12
7 Bedrooms
6 Bathrooms

Property highlights

  • Private Pool
  • Wi-Fi/Internet
  • Pets on Request
  • Heated Pool
Local Amenities
Nearest AirportToulouse airport
(113 km)
Nearest Airport 2Bordeaux Airport
(159 km)
Nearest CityToulouse
(113 km)
Nearest GolfGolf de Fleurance
(30 km)

Beyond the sweeping landscapes of Gascony, Château Mézard rises with regal poise from 42 acres of private estate. This wonderfully restored 13th-century château offers the rare chance to step into a slice of French history, where timeless architecture meets high-end comfort. With panoramic views across undulating Gers countryside and a south-facing façade, every detail of this home invites lingering afternoons, long feasts and unhurried moments.

Inside, original stonework, vast fireplaces and period features have been preserved and elevated with understated sophistication. Seven individually styled bedrooms, including a magnificent master suite with private balcony and loggia terrace, ensure space and privacy for up to 12 guests. The living areas feel both grand and welcoming, with a formal dining room, a library, games room and a tower chill-out room upstairs. The kitchen is classic Gascony: warm, generous and exceptionally well-equipped, opening out to a vine-draped courtyard and summer dining room that comes alive in the evening glow.

Days here unfold with gentle rhythm. Wander through the formal gardens, take a book to one of the many terraces or float lazily in the private, heated pool as the valley stretches beyond. Table tennis, snooker and a wine store promise relaxed entertainment, whilst daily maid service ensures effortless comfort throughout your stay.

Set near the hamlet of Saint-Mézard, the château is a short drive to the medieval village of La Romieu and a little further to the lively market town of Condom. The region is rich in seasonal festivals, music and heritage, offering easy access to the bastide villages of Fourcès, Montréal and Larresingle, the abbey at Flaran, and the famed cathedral at Auch. Local cuisine, rooted in Gascon tradition, delights with its bold flavours and conviviality.

Whether exploring the wider region or staying closer to home, Château Mézard offers a rare blend of grandeur, charm and authentic French living.

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What Oliver loves...

  • How wonderful to stay in a sympathetically restored 13th century château in Gascony
  • As featured in The Sunday Times ‘Top 10 Holidays to France 2013’
  • The grand master bedroom is especially impressive with its balcony and loggia terrace
  • Set in 42 acres of private grounds, admire the formal gardens, heated swimming pool and beautiful views of the surrounding Gers countryside
  • The courtyard is a wonderful spot for al-fresco meals together by the barbecue, atmospherically lit up in the evening
  • The original version of the children’s book 'Curious George' was written here in one of the towers after the outbreak of World War II
  • The perfect base for visiting idyllic Gers villages and historic market towns

What you should know

  • The gardien/caretaker lives on the estate in a private, independent property and they are available for help, advice and emergencies.
  • If staying with youngsters, supervision is needed outside due to the large pond and fountain.

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