Chateau
Château de Sédaiges
Château de Sédaiges is located in Cantal, Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes. The venue accommodates up to 160 guests, with on-site accommodation for 42 guests, from €8,000.
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About This Venue
Say "I do" beneath ivy-covered towers in a hidden château in the heart of France
Hidden in the green heart of Auvergne, Château de Sédaiges is the kind of place couples rarely find. Its ivy-covered towers rise above six hectares of private wooded parkland, meadows and ponds, preserved by the same family for over 800 years.
Your celebration unfolds in spaces full of charm and character: a great hall featuring a giant carved wooden staircase and listed 17th century tapestries, bright 18th-century-style salons, and a bright 180 m² reception room seating 144 guests at the château's own tables, or up to 160 with hired tables and chairs, with views of the château to dine and dance late into the night. Exchange vows beneath centuries-old trees, watch the towers glow once night falls, and enjoy a next-day brunch on the grounds or by the private pool.
Up to 42 guests can stay on site. Six main bedrooms, including suites, are reserved for close friends and family in the château, with attic rooms and an independent cottage for larger groups. A wedding planner is expected for couples travelling from abroad. A member of the château team is discreetly on hand throughout your reception to make sure everything runs smoothly.
Remote yet easy to reach, Sédaiges is just 15 km from Aurillac, with two daily flights from Paris.
It is a fairytale setting with a genuine family welcome.
Owned by Patrice de Varax
The Venue History
12th to 19th centuries · Troubadour neogothic style
A medieval stronghold in the 12th century, Sédaiges has belonged to the same family for over 800 years. Damaged during the Hundred Years' War, it was restored in the 15th century and embellished and enlarged in the 18th and 19th centuries. The Sédaiges, Caissac, Béral, and Varax families succeeded one another at Sédaiges, passing the château down through marriage or inheritance. The approximately 18 generations who lived there amassed a collection that constitutes a veritable repository of daily life from centuries past. These collections, which have never been dispersed, are on display in the drawing rooms, dining room, kitchens, linen room, pantry, and more, making a visit a true journey through time.
Notable Features
- • The Great Hall Features A Collection Of Five Flemish Tapestries Which Depict The Lives Of Country Dwellers In The 17th Century.
- • The Same Great Hall Features A Monumental Carved Wooden Staircase And A Total Of 12 Entry Points, Making It The Beating Heart Of The Château
Spaces & Capacity
This venue can accommodate up to 160 guests for a seated dinner.
Jean de Caissac room
IndoorGreat Hall
IndoorPetit salon and dining room
IndoorCeremony
Ceremony types
Outdoor ceremony locations
- Ceremonies can be held in a number of locations on the estate grounds
Wet-weather backup
The Great Hall provides a spectacular fallback option in case of rain
Accommodation
Chateau principal rooms and suites
chateau (Castle)Chateau additional suite (washbasin facility only)
chateau (Castle)Chateau attic rooms (rustic accommodation, shared bathroom)
chateau (Castle)Gîte du Gachet
gite (Cottage)For overflow guests, we recommend:
- Plenty of AirBnBs in the village and valley. Closest hotels in Jussac and Aurillac (respectively 5 and 15 mins drive)
Dates fill up fast. Check availability before you fall in love.
Check Availability & PricingPricing & Packages
The starting package of €8000 includes the following: Use of the air conditioned (or heated) Reception Hall (Jean de Caissac room) from Friday morning until Sunday afternoon Use of the Great Hall and Petit Salon on Saturday afternoon and early evening Use of tables and chairs for up to 144 guests Exclusive use of the grounds on Saturday (no visitors) including for an outside ceremony and use of the swimming pool Accommodation for the Saturday night in the 6 main bedrooms of the Chateau (up to 18 people), breakfast included Majestic outdoor lighting to enhance the castle and its gardens A discreet but attentive representative from the castle will be present throughout your reception. Cleaning service for reception areas (excluding personal belongings) on Sunday afternoon
Packages
Additional night in main bedrooms (up to 18 people)
From €1,000
- Arrive as early as Thursday or leave on Monday
Accommodation in attic rooms
From €400
- Rustic accommodation in the attic rooms for up to 10 people (€40/person/night), including breakfast
Gîte accommodation
From €1,500
- Up to 14 guests can stay in this 7-bedroom gîte located on the estate. €750 per night (minimum 2 nights) or €3000 for a full week
“Full service” package
From €1,500
- Setup and clearing of tables and chairs for the civil ceremony, reception, and brunch
- Use of the dining room for meals - NB catering must be arranged for all meals other than breakfast as there is no kitchen access
- Option for an outdoor brunch on Sunday
- Pool access throughout the weekend with picnics permitted poolside
- Cleaning of all areas (excluding bedrooms) throughout your stay (Reception hall after party and brunch, Civil ceremony location, Brunch area if outside)
Indicative catering costs
Price on request
- As an indication, our preferred caterers charge €100-130 per person for full cocktail and dinner (drinks inlcuded) and an addition €25 for brunch
Indicative wedding planner costs
Price on request
- As an indication, our recommended wedding planner partner charges €3000-€6000 for her services depending on the level of service required
What’s included
- Exclusive use
- Tables and chairs for up to 144 guests
- Accommodation for 18 people
- Breakfast included
- Swimming pool
- Château illumination at night
Not included
- Catering
- Decorations
- DJ
- Music system
- Wedding planner
Features & Amenities
Venue Features
Amenities & Activities
6 hectares of parkland including centennial trees, ponds, streams and other water features
Getting There
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By Air
- Aurillac 15 minutes by car
By Train
- Aurillac 15 minutes by car
Cantal, France
Sédaiges borders the regional park of the Auvergne Volcanoes, one of the most unspoilt regions of France offering spectacular walks and drives, dotted with pristine medieval villages such as Tournemire and Salers. Southern Cantal is truly one of France's best kept secrets.
A Typical Wedding Weekend
An example of how a multi-day celebration often unfolds. Château de Sédaiges will confirm your own weekend's actual schedule.
Arrival & welcome
Guests arrive over the afternoon and settle in. Many couples host a relaxed welcome dinner or drinks the evening before, so everyone is together before the day itself.
The wedding day
Ceremony, photographs, and reception typically run across the afternoon into the evening, followed by dancing and celebrations late into the night.
Farewell brunch
A slower morning together, often with a farewell brunch, before guests depart over the course of the day.
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