Luxury bespoke holidays and tours to Chateau des Vigiers, Monestier
Facts in brief
Official star rating 4
Location In the heart of the Dordogne countryside, a short drive from several wineries
Annual opening The Relais is open from 7 March to 6 December. The Chateau is open from 28 March to 8 November.
Closest airport Bergerac, Bordeaux
Distance from airport 14 miles to Bergerac, Roumanière Airport. 60 miles from Bordeaux, Marignac International Airport
Closest railway station Libourne train station
Distance from railway station 50 minutes away from Libourne train station.
Hotel facilities and services
Buffet breakfasts (served 7am to 10am), Les Fresques gourmet one Michelin star restaurant (open from mid May to mid November excluding all day on Sunday and Wednesday and on Monday for lunch, proper attire required), Bistrot des Vigiers restaurant with terrace (open daily for lunch and dinner when the hotels are open), Bar Le Club, Library, Billiard table, Tea room, Three 9-hole Golf courses, Six covered driving ranges, Pro shop, Six-hole Academy, Golf packages, Golf equipment hire, Spa by Sothys including hydrotherapy pool, sauna, jacuzzi, hammam and indoor heated pool, Beauty treatments, Fitness room, Outdoor heated pool (open May to September), Two Tennis Courts, Table tennis, Football table, Electric bike rental, Vineyards, Wine experience, Cultural visits and Wine tasting can be arranged, Complimentary WiFi, Reception.
Complimentary watersports
Outdoor heated swimming pool.
Land sports
Three 9-hole Golf Courses, Tennis, Electric bikes.
Out and about nearby
Attractions local to Chateau des Vigiers include: wine excursions to St Emilion, Bergerac, Truffle Farm experiences, The Chateau of Monbazillac, Beynac, Monpazier and the 'Bastide' towns of the Dordogne and the Lot, The caves of Lascaux, Les Eyzies, Abbaye de Cadouin, Bordeaux, The AOC vineyards along the Route des Vins, Medieval Sarlat, Bergerac antiques market, Valley of a thousand Châteaux, Gardens of Marqueyssac. Saint-Foy-La-Grande is a local Saturday market worth visiting.
Sports nearby
Lake fishing, Canoeing, Horse riding, Hiking.
Absolutely loved it. Bespoke sense of the trip is very good. Very pleasant and efficient service.Mrs H, Sep 2023
Holiday price guide Sample prices are per person based on two people sharing a Double room for 7 nights
From about
£1,450
Holiday Code FE573
The prices displayed here are a guide only. Each holiday price will be tailor-made at the time of booking to reflect all actual costs including up-to-date special offers.
Call us on 01392 441245
Luxury bespoke holidays and tours to Chateau des Vigiers, Monestier
Set amidst its own vineyards on the prestigious Route des Vins between Bordeaux and Bergerac, the Château des Vigiers offers an idyllic pastoral getaway in the delightful and unspoilt Périgord countryside. Built in 1597, on the site of an ancient fortified castle - some parts of the château are said to date back to the 12th-century - Vigiers was nicknamed 'Petit Versailles' for its architectural similarities to the prestigious Château de Versailles, particularly its fountains and use of natural springs. A member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World group, this grand property has been faithfully restored to its original 16th-century glory and today offers 65 rooms and suites situated over three buildings on the estate. The main house, Le Château, boasts an elegant French country-house style and a warm and romantic atmosphere. Here, you'll find the hotel's reception rooms, including a billiards room, Le Club bar and the gourmet Les Fresques restaurant, where an elaborate seasonal menu is served, using the freshest local produce and created in kitchens designed by Michel Roux. Dinner is served al fresco on the terrace in fine weather and the extensive wine cellar offers a wide selection of vintages for every taste and budget. In addition to the gastronomic restaurant, the hotel also has the Bistrot des Vigiers, situated in the old wine-making building and boasting a vast vaulted ceiling and open fire, with dining under the ancient walnut tree amidst glorious lake, parkland and château views in summer. Half board can be booked on request in both restaurants.The 25 rooms located at the main château are warmly and comfortably appointed, boasting period furniture and views over the golf course or park. Classic rooms have a more modern style whilst deluxe rooms feature a private terrace and decoration more in-keeping with the character of the hotel. The Dépendences meanwhile are situated just a short distance from the main building and were built in traditional, typical Périgordian style, using locally-sourced limestone, oak beams and terracotta tiles. The Dépendence suites have a cottage feel to them and can be joined to additional rooms, which feature a large living area and kitchen facilities to create the perfect family accommodation. The Relais offers a further 40 bedrooms and is much more modern in architectural style, its inspiration being the local tobacco barns. Located next to the first tee and just a few yards from the pro shop and brasserie, these rooms are perfect for golf aficionados. Designed by Donald Steel, the 27-hole golf course is a challenging yet delightful course to play and there are additional practise greens, bunkers, a driving range and six-hole academy course. The hotel also boasts the Maria Galland Wellness and Beauty Spa, where the extensive leisure facilities include a sauna, Hammam, fitness centre and outdoor heated pool. Set in a beautiful location Château de Vigiers combines a range of accommodation with excellent facilites.
Room descriptions
The Château des Vigiers has 64 rooms, divided between the Château and eco-friendly Relais. All rooms contain a bathroom with shower or bath, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, minibar, tea and coffee making facilities, safe. Also SOTHYS" brand hospitality products, bathrobes, slippers, and hairdryer.
Absolutely loved it. Bespoke sense of the trip is very good. Very pleasant and efficient service.Mrs H, Sep 2023
Holiday price guide Sample prices are per person based on two people sharing a Double room for 7 nights
From about
£1,450
Holiday Code FE573
The prices displayed here are a guide only. Each holiday price will be tailor-made at the time of booking to reflect all actual costs including up-to-date special offers.
Call us on 01392 441245
Luxury bespoke holidays and tours to Chateau des Vigiers, Monestier
The journey and how you get there
For a holiday to Chateau de Vigiers, our clients fly to Toulouse or Bordeaux and then usually have the use of a hire-car for the duration of the holiday, or they arrive in their own car on a self-drive holiday, often as part of a multi-centre touring holiday (we would include a Eurotunnel crossing or a ferry crossing, depending on the itinerary), or they arrive by train, having taken the Eurostar London to Paris or Lille, and then the TGV to Bordeaux, Toulouse or Brive. From the railway station, if you are visiting more than one hotel or want to explore the region, we recommend having a hire-car. We will arrange this for you.
Additional information
Children: Children under the age of 11 stay free of charge when sharing a room with parents, on a bed and breakfast basis in selected rooms. Eight connecting rooms available. Children under 16 are not permitted to use the spa and fitness facilities. Cots can be provided upon request and are free of charge in selected room categories.
Special offers
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Absolutely loved it. Bespoke sense of the trip is very good. Very pleasant and efficient service.Mrs H, Sep 2023
Holiday price guide Sample prices are per person based on two people sharing a Double room for 7 nights
From about
£1,450
Holiday Code FE573
The prices displayed here are a guide only. Each holiday price will be tailor-made at the time of booking to reflect all actual costs including up-to-date special offers.
Call us on 01392 441245
Luxury bespoke holidays and tours to Chateau des Vigiers, Monestier
About Dordogne
The Dordogne region at the heart of Perigord abounds in clear, flowing rivers, craggy hillsides of golden rock, hill top villages and castles built of the local stone, and attractive houses with grey slate roofs and mini turrets, with vines trained along their walls. A holiday in the Dordogne is ideal for those seeking a combination of activity, sightseeing and relaxation. There are pre-historic grottoes to explore, market towns of mediaeval houses and cobbled streets such as Sarlat, numerous sporting activities such as riding and cycling and castles to visit. Plus, the gastronomy of the Dordogne is renowned for its truffles, foie gras, `magret de canard` and walnuts. The Dordogne region possesses much of the essential delights for a visitor to France. A self-drive touring holiday is an excellent way to travel to the Dordogne, perhaps discovering the chateaux and manor houses of northern France along the way. A quicker alternative is to travel to the region by train, collecting a hire-car on arrival which allows you to explore at your own pace.
Highlights of Dordogne
Cultural highlights include ceramics, wine festivals, foie gras and truffles, wild mushrooms, castles, valleys, water-sports, and local walks.
Climate of Dordogne
Average air temperatures in Centigrade: Jan: 10.0, Feb: 9.4, Mar: 12.2, Apr: 19.5, May: 18.0, Jun: 23.7, Jul: 27.2, Aug: 25.7, Sep: 24.2, Oct: 19.7, Nov: 15.4, Dec: 11.0. Source: Direction de la Meteorologique de France.
Call us on 01392 441245
Luxury bespoke holidays and tours to Chateau des Vigiers, Monestier
Absolutely loved it. Bespoke sense of the trip is very good. Very pleasant and efficient service.Mrs H, Sep 2023
Holiday price guide Sample prices are per person based on two people sharing a Double room for 7 nights
From about
£1,450
Holiday Code FE573
The prices displayed here are a guide only. Each holiday price will be tailor-made at the time of booking to reflect all actual costs including up-to-date special offers.