The chateau was an obvious choice because of its exceptional location in the heart of the Sancerre vineyards, on the banks of the Loire, just two hours from Paris. This region combines heritage, unspoilt nature and the art of living, offering a rare balance between accessibility and a change of scenery. Its discreet elegance, three hectares of grounds and its natural dialogue with the Sancerre hillsides all made us want to preserve and extend the chateau's history. Today, the chateau is entirely dedicated to private hospitality events.
The architecture is distinguished by its sober, timeless elegance, typical of the stately homes of the Loire region. Extending over 1 500 m2 and divided into several wings, the château has 24 bedrooms and around 40 rooms, spread out over several levels. A complete renovation carried out over two years and completed in 2023, has preserved the historic features - the slate roof, mouldings, fireplaces, oak parquet flooring - while integrating contemporary equipment. The interior design is deliberately minimalist. The whole complex has a mid-century modernist aesthetic, creating a harmonious dialogue between heritage and modernity.
Pierre Perrinet de Faugnes completely rebuilt the manor house in 1773, on the site of the original chateau built in the 13th century. The chateau was completely remodelled and its vineyard created in the early 19th century by Jean-Pierre de Montalivet, Minister of the Interior under Napoleon. It was then passed on to his grandson, Arthur de Chabaud-Latour, whose descendants added a new building with turrets to the east in 1898, closing off the courtyard behind the chateau's kitchens. The construction and decoration were entrusted to the architect Louis Parent. In 2016, Georges and Anne de Choulot de Chabaud-Latour sold the estate to the Bollinger group, which integrated it into Maison Langlois-Chateau, crémants de Loire. I became the owner in 2021. A complete renovation, respecting the site's soul, was completed in 2023, enabling the chateau to be opened up to the public in 2024.
We offer our guests an experience combining comfort, nature and the art of living. The estate has gardens, a 25-metre swimming pool, which is heated in high season and accessible all year round, as well as a sauna and a Nordic bath. We offer tailor-made catering solutions in partnership with local suppliers selected by us, as well as a selection of Sancerre wines from the château's historic vineyards. A concierge service can organise services on request: massages, yoga classes, a photographer, DJ, visits and tastings of Sancerre wines, canoe trips or horse riding.
"La Tour", a bar and restaurant in Sancerre, offers local, seasonal and organic cuisine as well as a selection of natural wines. In Menetou-Râtel, "Au Bon Laboureur", set in a beautiful house in the heart of the Sancerre vineyards, serves traditional bistro cuisine, accompanied by a remarkable wine list of over 750 wines. In Chavignol, the "Fromagerie Dubois" is well-known for its Chavignol crottins and regional cheeses. Domaine Vacheron, the first biodynamic-certified estate in 2006, is one of the leading references in the Sancerre vineyards.
The chateau has 19 double rooms, one single room - each with its own en suite bathroom - and two suites consisting of two rooms sharing a private bathroom. All of the bedrooms are in the main building. Two are on the ground floor and the others are on the first and second floors. The first floor is dedicated to the living areas - lounges, kitchen, dining room, reception room - and has three additional toilets. Breakfasts are included and prepared by the chateau team.
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