Chateau Quercy

Château Quercy, a beautiful 19th century château in the southern Quercy region of the Midi-Pyrenees, is the ideal spot for your large family holiday or special event. Having recently undergone extensive refurbishment, this château offers spacious accommodation in extensive grounds with woodland walks through ancient cedars. Enjoy a billiards room, private swimming pool, fenced tennis court and terrace for outdoor dining.The château sleeps 15 guests across seven bedrooms with traditional furniture and six stunning modern bathrooms, mostly en-suite. The expansive contemporary kitchen is fitted to a high standard, and the dining room’s extendable table will seat everyone for evening meals together. The two salons include one with satellite TV and DVD player, another with a beautiful 17th century carved fireplace. The home’s highlight is the first floor ‘couloir du château’ with chandeliers, a picture gallery and grand piano.This gorgeous French château is 500m from a picturesque 13th century fortified village, where you can walk the stone arcades, then visit a boulangerie and cafe-bar serving meals. A short drive away, you’ll find Moissac, which has a beautiful abbey and an extension of the Canal du Midi, and Montcuq with its lively Sunday morning market. A little further afield, try prunes steeped in Armagnac in Agen, admire the beauty of the Lot valley near Pujols or spend the day in Toulouse, also known as La Ville Rose with its striking pink-hued architecture. Features: Château Interiors Ground Floor-    Living room with sofas, satellite TV (English and French), DVD player and doors opening to terrace, garden and swimming pool. Separate seating area with 17th century stone fireplace -    Salon with carved fireplace and access to terrace and garden-    Billiards room with traditional French Billiards table-    Kitchen-dining room - well equipped, including modern gas-fired Lacanche range with double electric oven, steamer and plancha, fridge, freezer, wine cooler, central island with dishwasher, breakfast table (for 8) and extendable dining table for up to 16 guests  -    Pantry -    2 x WCs First Floor (via stone staircase)- ‘Couloir du chateau’ hallway (26m long) with grand piano, chandeliers, gallery and stone juliette balcony overlooking the grand driveaway-    5 x double bedrooms-    1 x twin bedroom-    1 x triple bedroom (double and single bed)-    6 x bath/shower rooms (five en suite, one shared)Some bathrooms are partially open-plan to the bedrooms Outside Grounds -    Swimming pool (12x6m) with pool safety alarm. Open approximately May to end-September-    Terrace for al-fresco dining -    2 x charcoal barbecues -    Large garden with ancient cedars -    Lawn for garden games -    Parking in old stable archways-    Orangery with table tennis and summer garden room  -    Hard tennis court -    Vast grounds (arable land, woodland walks, Seoune valley views) Location: Tucked away in south-west France, the Quercy region is a beguiling tapestry of medieval villages, rolling vineyards, and beautiful valleys. This quietly captivating corner of France is perfect for those seeking cultural richness, natural beauty, and a truly authentic French escape.Château Quercy is set in its own beautiful gardens just 500m from a small historic village with a charming square, boulangerie and café-bar serving meals. Supermarkets and other amenities can be found in the 13th century town of Valence D’Agen (13km) with its arcaded market hall – don’t miss the Tuesday morning market. Soak up the beauty of the Canal du Midi, the perfect spot for walking and cycling.   Also by the Canal du Midi is Moissac (18km), where the UNESCO-listed Abbey of Saint-Pierre stuns with its exquisite Romanesque cloisters and serene atmosphere. A little further afield, Montcuq (33km) delights with its lively Sunday market and medieval donjon, all set against a backdrop of sunflower fields and patchwork countryside.Venture west to Agen (30km), famed for its succulent prunes, bustling market halls, and vibrant half-timbered architecture, located by the Garonne River. Heading north instead, Penne-d’Agenais (35km) rises above the Lot River like a hilltop dream, with its domed basilica and artists’ studios. Pair it with a visit to Pujols (40km), officially one of France’s “Plus Beaux Villages”, where colourful shutters and floral lanes offer the perfect postcard scene. Villeneuve-sur-Lot (42km), meanwhile, brings a splash of urban charm with riverside cafés and a 13th-century bridge spanning the Lot.For day trips, Cahors (58km) enchants with its medieval bridge, cloisters, and famed Malbec wines, while Toulouse (88km), the “Pink City”, dazzles with its dynamic culture, Renaissance mansions, and vibrant markets.The nearest airports are Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (90km) and Bergerac (98km) or arrive by train with TGV arrivals from Paris in both Agen (30km) and Montauban (47km) - a car is definitely needed to be able to explore the region. Terms & Conditions: ? €3500 to be paid by bank transfer to the owner minimum 4 weeks before arrival and refunded four weeks after departure, subject to full inspection. 4.00 p.m. 10.00 a.m. (late departure fees apply). Yes. Yes, including pool towels. No. A copy of the passport (photo/signature page) of the booking party is required upon booking confirmation. Saturday. Yes, standard changeover clean included. 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. Outside only, with respect requested for the grounds. Extra cleaning can be requested at €50 per hour, paid locally. Full bed linen and towel change can also be requested at €750. 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. 7 nights. Yes. Tourist Tax will be calculated on site and deducted from the security deposit (typically costs €1-€10 per adult per night - please enquire if exact amount is required). The pool is open approximately May to end-September. Please note that pool opening dates are subject to local weather conditions and pool maintenance requirements and that cooler months may not be suitable for swimming.