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Saint Colomb de Lauzun, Lot-et-Garonne
Self-catering
Stately stone-built mansion with gîtes on the side, in striking distance of rivers to kayak, markets to wander and bastide towns to explore
2 places
Sleeping from 6 – 16
From
€125 p/n
How to book
If you have any questions or want to enquire about dates, use our form to contact Ghislain Le Chatelier or see their website for more information.
Pricing
From €125 per night
From €745 to €4129 per week
The
Experience
The main house is big and elegant, with an almost Parisian flair. Inside it’s quirky and minimalist with high ceilings, huge beams and lots of space; 16 in the main house and the same again across the three modern gîtes in the converted barn next door. Both areas have a pool, grounds and wide farmland views. Rent separately or as a group and come together in the salons for drinks and conversation.
Upstairs there’s plenty to do: a central space with toys and games, ping pong and day beds for afternoon naps, plus a big garden for racing around or idling in the sun. Gather the troops for sun-dappled lunches on the gravel terrace.
It’s very quiet and peaceful here. You’ll adopt a slower pace for Aquitaine’s marchés gourmands and friendly farm shops, kayaking on the river Dropt and lazy wandering around châteaux – Bridoire has giant chess, pedalos and a maze.
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We think you'll love
- The feeling of space
- Knowing the kids are happy swimming and playing billiards and ping pong
- Shopping and eating in Lauzun

Home truths
- There’s a road close to the border of the property
- Some rooms still haven’t had a makeover
- The terrace of the main house has an unfenced drop down to the gardens below
Essentials
- Swimming pool
- Hot tub
- Garden
- Open fire / woodburner
- Breakfast included
- Breakfast available
- Meals available
- Oven
- Parking on premises
- Free parking nearby
- WiFi
- Television
- Central heating
- Limited mobility
- Wheelchair access
- Mobile reception
- Hob
- Barbecue
- Vegetarian meals
- Paid parking nearby
- Accessible by public transport
- Air conditioning
- Relaxation areas
- Washing machine
- Tennis court
- Microwave oven
- No smoking
- Credit cards
- Working farm
- Owner has pets
- Electricity included
- Dishwasher
- Pets welcome
Family friendly
- Baby monitor
- Books and toys
- Children welcome
- Babies welcome
- Stair gates
- High chair
- 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
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Information
& pricing
Booking information
- Booking restrictions
- Personal chef, baby-sitter and masseur available.
- Closed
- 22 July - 30 August.
Pricing
- Nightly price
- from €125
- Weekly price
- from €745
- Damage deposit
- €2700
- Surcharges
- Additional heating costs may apply. Cleaning: €200 (€80 euros for the barn).
- 1 House for 16
- From €2416 bedrooms
- 1 Barn for 6
- From €1253 bedrooms
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Location
The neighbourhood
You’re in the middle of two small towns, just a kilometre away with plum orchards and farms as far as the eye can see. Huddled into a bend in the road, the house is well placed: sleepy Lauzun (1km) has the essentials, a pharmacy, épicerie, butcher and bakery, plus a good restaurant – Le Lion d’Or, where the food is simple and local. Farm-fresh produce is easy to find, with many selling direct to the public – just follow the road signs to pick up just-picked plums, pears and veg. For a bigger selection of supplies Eymet (7km) has a lively market.
Local points of interest from Ghislain Le Chatelier
- Renovated Castles are closeby, in Duras, Bridoire, Lauzun or Biron for instance. Visits possible depending on the period of the year
- Vineyards of Monbazillac (sweet white) and Bergerac (whites and reds) are a few minutes away, cellar tours and wine tasting are available. Saint-Emilion and the greater Bordeaux wine area (Graves, Sauternes, Pomerol...) are not too far either
- Renovated Castles are closeby, in Duras, Bridoire, Lauzun or Biron for instance. Visits possible depending on the period of the year
- The property was probably built in during the period 1670-1690, under the reign of Louis the 14th. It belong to the “Domaine de Lauzun” that included the Castle of Lauzun, and more land in the area.
- The house was built by Antonin Nompar de Caumont, Count of Lauzun (Duke in 1690), for his mistress Anne-Marie Louise d’Orléans, Mademoiselle de Montpensier (cousin of Louis 14th, and the wealthiest heiress in France) who he hoped to marry in December 1670.
- The 2 lovers are believed to have wed in secret... Lauzun was freed following repeated asks from Miss Montpensier, who sold several of her richest lands to free her lover. Monplaisir stays attached to the Castle of Lauzun.
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Introducing
Ghislain Le Chatelier
Ghislain and Helene bought Domain de la Chartreuse in 2013 – she’s an artist, he’s in technology. They live in Singapore with their four children and spend their holidays in Lot-et-Garonne when the house isn’t being enjoyed by guests.
Domaine de la Chartreuse is a drop of elegance in the surrounding French countryside. A mix of old and charming with Parisian chic - minimalism, this is a great place to entertain or be entertained, with plenty to keep the kids happy too.