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Set between Bordeaux and Bergerac, step into a world of old-fashioned charm at this historic château in the most glorious of grounds with a heated swimming pool, close to the banks of the Dordogne River and only 9km from the characterful market town of Sainte-Foy-la-Grande.

Stroll through the 11th-century tower into the beautiful gardens and feel the sense of history all around you. It’s thought that the château’s origins also date as far back as the 11th and 12th centuries and its distinctive towers were added in the 1700s. Much of the château’s heritage remains as you can see from its stone spiral staircase and grand fireplaces whilst the home has been furnished with a melange of new and old, creating a classic yet authentic ambience across its living spaces and five en suite bedrooms. We especially love the warmth of the traditional kitchen and the salon with its graceful décor, the heart of this welcoming abode.

Outside, the vast grounds are a joy to spend time in whether swimming in the heated pool, relaxing beneath the century-old plane trees or following the 2km trail around the property by the little stream and through the woodland. Doze in the hammock between the trees, then feast en famille at the huge table and benches in the shade of the giant oak. As evening nears, watch the sun set over the surrounding farmland.

You can reach the Dordogne River in less than 2km and a little further is a picturesque riverside village and bar. A wealth of restaurants can be found within a short drive, many in the gorgeous market town of Sainte-Foy-la-Grande, home to one of the Dordogne’s largest and most beautiful markets on a Saturday morning.

Bergerac and Bordeaux await for fantastic days out, as do other gems of the Gironde, Dordogne and Lot-et-Garonne regions such as Duras, Eymet and Castillon-la-Bataille. Not forgetting exquisite Saint-Émilion with its UNESCO World Heritage vineyards, one of the most enchanting hilltop towns of south-western France and reached in just half an hour from Château Des Seigneurs.