Château de Nanthiat

Nanthiat, Dordogne
Bed & Breakfast
+33 (0)6 85 06 41 44
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Per night
€150 - €180
Bedroom

4 rooms

Sleeps

Rooms sleep 2 – 3

Children welcome
Babies welcome

History, tranquillity and genuine warmth in a beautifully restored medieval château, deep in the heart of the countryside

Per night
€150 - €180

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€150 - €180 per night

The Experience

Step into this château and step back through a thousand years of history. Dating back to the 12th century, fought over during the Hundred Years’ War, and once visited by Richard the Lionheart, it has been restored with great sensitivity – owner Benoit is writing a history of the house and there are fascinating notes for each bedroom.

The three beautifully individual guest rooms look out over different corners of the estate. Thick stone walls keep summer heat at bay. Bathrooms are en suite; one has a freestanding bath and all have locally made toiletries. A sunlit medieval kitchen promises generous breakfasts of croissants, coffee and more. Browse the library of 10,000 books (and counting), tickle the ivories in the study or simply sit and soak up the silence.

Outside, wander through the landscaped park or watch for herons and kingfishers at the lake. Cool off in the spring-fed plunge pool or try your hand at pétanque.

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We think you'll love

  • Feeling like part of a living history – a heritage site that has been occupied since the Gallo-Roman period
  • Sitting under a centuries-old tree with a book from the 10,000-strong library, with nothing to disturb you but birdsong
  • Using it as your base for exploring the beautiful Périgord
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You should know

  • The lake and plunge pool are unfenced, so not ideal for young children
  • You'll need a car – there are no shops or cafés within walking distance

Essentials

  • EV charger
  • Swimming pool
  • Hot tub
  • Garden
  • Open fire / woodburner
  • Breakfast included
  • Breakfast available
  • Meals available
  • Vegetarian meals
  • Oven
  • Parking on premises
  • Free parking nearby
  • Accessible by public transport
  • WiFi
  • Television
  • Spa
  • Central heating
  • Limited mobility
  • Wheelchair access
  • Mobile reception
  • Hob
  • Bar
  • Barbecue
  • Licensed premises
  • Paid parking nearby
  • Air conditioning
  • Relaxation areas
  • Washing machine
  • Tennis court
  • Microwave oven
  • No smoking
  • Credit cards
  • Working farm
  • Owner has pets
  • Dishwasher
  • Pets welcome

Family friendly

  • Baby monitor
  • Books and toys
  • Children welcome
  • Babies welcome
  • Stair gates
  • High chair
  • Fire guard
  • Cot available

Nearby

  • Pub/bar within 3 miles
  • Restaurant within 3 miles
  • Shop within 3 miles

Activities

  • Bikes available
  • Food courses
  • Kayaking
  • Other courses
  • Sailing
  • Surfing
  • Wild swimming

Accommodation

Pricing

Nightly price
from €150
1 Triple
€180
3 Doubles
From €150

Information

Booking information

Check in
4pm
Check out
11am
Other details
Minimum stay: 2 nights. Reduced rates for long stays.
Closed
Winter.
No smoking
Smoking not permitted anywhere in the property.

Reviews

We loved the feeling of being in a home once visited by historic giants such as Richard the Lionheart. With its golden stonework, thick walls and spacious rooms, it is tranquil and relaxing. The extensive parkland is a joy for all nature lovers, nothing to disturb your peace but birdsong. Sit under a centennial tree and watch a heron fishing or catch a flash of blue as a kingfisher flies past.
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Location

The neighbourhood

There are restaurants, supermarkets and food markets in Thiviers and Exideuil (both 8km). Within 20km: Saint-Jean-de-Côle, the Villars caves and the châteaux of Puyguillhem and Jumilhac. Brantôme – aka the Venice of the Périgord – is 30km for kayaking, an ancient abbey and an ice cream parlour tucked into a cave.

Local points of interest from Sara Daniel

  • Local organic markets and farms, Thiviers and Excideuil. Truffle, foie gras, caviar in Neuvic.
  • Wild swimming, Chalard Waterfall, lake with beach in Nantheuil.
  • Jumilhac Castle, music in the gorgeous church of St Jean de Côle, the amazing Villars Cave, discovering unspoiled Périgord countryside.
  • Cycling the Flow Vélo route through the forest to the most beautiful villages of Périgord to Sarlat.
  • Walking tours around St Martin de Freyssangeas.
  • Yaelle, best Pilates teacher ever in Thiviers, massages are also available.

Introducing

Sara Daniel

Benoit, a Parisian university lecturer, and his wife Sara swapped teaching careers for the pursuit of a lifelong dream. Still in the process of lovingly restoring their medieval château, they split their time between here and Paris, welcoming guests from May to October. Warm, knowledgeable and passionate about their home's incredible history and the Périgord, they are wonderful hosts.