Min Stay 2 nights
Château de La Gruerie sits in the tranquil Burgundy countryside, 1.5 hours south of Paris in Charny Orée de Puisaye. This wedding venue in Burgundy was once a regional administrative center for forest management and natural resource distribution. Today it is a privately owned family estate focused on thoughtful hospitality and intimate celebrations.
Couples are drawn to its peaceful gardens, intimate scale, and architectural features that merge French, Tuscan, Provençal, and English inspirations into what the owners call the “La Gruerie Style.” The property’s mature parklands and century-old trees create a timeless, poetic setting for weddings.
A former hunting lodge, La Gruerie now welcomes guests for exceptional weekend celebrations, offering exclusive use of the grounds and a personalised approach from the resident family team. With its mix of historic significance and carefully cultivated elegance, the château delivers a meaningful and refined atmosphere for destination weddings.
Accommodation:
La Gruerie offers two beautifully converted guesthouses located within the château’s former outbuildings: the five-star Maison Cristal and the Garden House. Maison Cristal accommodates up to eight guests across four bedrooms and three bathrooms, with elegant interiors that combine antiques, contemporary art, and modern comforts.
Guests enjoy full kitchens, a grand dining room, and a piano-equipped living area. The Garden House adds two additional bedrooms for four guests. Christian Lacroix linens, eco-friendly products, and a curated library of books and board games enhance the guest experience. Together, both gîtes provide peaceful, design-led accommodation for up to 14 overnight guests.
Amenities:
Spanning 18 hectares, the estate includes landscaped parklands, orchards with over 60 species of fruit trees, a vegetable and herb garden, and various scenic locations for wedding ceremonies and outdoor dining. The heated outdoor pool is surrounded by cypress and olive trees, offering shade and comfort with loungers, parasols, and garden furniture.
For relaxation, guests can enjoy an outdoor firepit for late evening gatherings. WiFi is available throughout the estate, and additional amenities include air conditioning, pet-friendly policies, and accessibility features. The venue also offers the freedom to choose your own catering team, with celebrations permitted until 6am.
From Paris: Château de La Gruerie is approximately a 1.5-hour drive from central Paris. Alternatively, guests can take a direct train from Paris Bercy to Joigny (about 1 hour and 10 minutes), followed by a 35-minute taxi transfer to the estate.
From London: Travellers from London can fly into Paris Orly, then continue with a 1.5-hour drive to the château. Alternatively, take the Eurostar to Paris Gare du Nord, transfer to Paris Bercy station, and board a direct train to Joigny, followed by a short taxi journey.
Beyond weddings, Château de La Gruerie welcomes private stays, family reunions, and intimate celebrations in its elegant surroundings. The estate offers curated regional guides for guests to explore nearby cultural landmarks, including the Château de Saint-Fargeau, Guédelon medieval construction site, and Colette’s historic house.
Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy Bourdon Lake, Roncemay Golf Course, and nature trails. Art lovers can visit Ratilly Castle and the Briare canal bridge. The property is also ideal for creative retreats or executive getaways, with the peaceful environment and full privacy offering an inspiring setting for small-scale seminars or wellness-focused stays.
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Min Stay 2 nights
Up to 80 guests
Sleeps up to 14 guests
Free Choice
Chapel
Swimming Pool
LGBT Friendly
Pet Friendly
Disabled Facilities
Air Conditioning
Wifi Available
6am
This flexible dry-hire package allows couples to design their celebration entirely to their taste, combining the freedom of self-planning with the privacy of a fully exclusive estate.
Château de La Gruerie is located in Charny Orée de Puisaye in the Burgundy countryside, around 1.5 hours south of Paris. Guests can drive directly from Paris or take a train from Paris Bercy to Joigny station in about 1 hour and 10 minutes, followed by a 35-minute taxi ride to the château. Travellers from London can fly to Paris Orly or arrive via Eurostar to Paris, then transfer to Joigny by train and taxi.
The estate can host wedding celebrations for up to 80 guests. For overnight stays, the property offers accommodation for up to 14 people across two beautifully designed guesthouses—the luxurious Maison Cristal and the cosy Garden House.
The château blends French, Tuscan, Provençal, and English influences into a distinct aesthetic known as the “La Gruerie Style.” Nestled within 18 hectares of orchards, landscaped gardens, and century-old trees, it offers couples a poetic and intimate atmosphere. Its peaceful setting, thoughtful hospitality from the resident family, and exclusive-use policy make it especially appealing for destination weddings.
The estate includes landscaped parklands, vegetable and herb gardens, an outdoor firepit, WiFi across the property, and a heated swimming pool surrounded by cypress and olive trees. Guests can enjoy loungers, parasols, pet-friendly policies, air conditioning, and spaces ideal for outdoor dining or ceremonies. Celebrations may continue until 6 a.m., and couples have the flexibility to choose their own catering team.
Château de La Gruerie provides two on-site guesthouses. Maison Cristal accommodates eight guests and features four bedrooms, three bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, a piano salon, and elegant interiors with antiques and contemporary art. The Garden House offers two additional bedrooms for four guests. Both include premium linens, eco-friendly products, books, and board games for a refined stay.
Yes. Beyond weddings, the château hosts private stays, family reunions, creative retreats, executive getaways, and intimate celebrations. Guests can explore nearby cultural sites such as Château de Saint-Fargeau, the Guédelon medieval project, and Colette’s former home, or enjoy local nature spots like Bourdon Lake, golf courses, and forest trails.
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