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Chateau

Chateau du Raysse

Name: Chateau du Raysse
Address: Pechs-de-l'Espérance, Dordogne, FR

Pechs-de-l'Espérance › Dordogne › Nouvelle-Aquitaine › France

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Aerial view of French château wedding venue with swimming pool and landscaped grounds

Aerial stone chateau with round tower pool outbuildings cypress trees and dense woodland surroundings

Aerial view of stone château wedding venue with pool surrounded by countryside and forested mountains

Limestone and brick manor with slate roofs, wrought-iron grilles, and dense climbing ivy facade

An outdoor wide shot of a French château facade viewed from the grounds, showing a multi-story limestone building with a distinctive round tower, slate roof, and dormer windows. The exterior walls are heavily covered in climbing ivy and Virginia creeper, and the entrance is flanked by neatly clipped rounded boxwood hedges. The foreground features a well-maintained lawn with mature trees, a wooden garden bench, and a single metal folding chair placed near the entrance steps. No people are visible in the image. Potential venue feature image.

An exterior wide shot of a French stone property featuring a long main building with terracotta-tiled roofing, arched French doors with white-painted frames, and climbing vines trained along the facade. A smaller tower structure with a conical roof stands to the left, fitted with pale blue-grey shuttered doors. A stone-paved terrace runs the length of the building, furnished with small black wrought-iron bistro tables and chairs. No people are visible in the frame. Potential venue feature image.

Curved stone spiral staircase inside a chateau tower with rope handrail and natural light from a casement window

Ivy-covered chateau with conical turrets and wrought-iron staircase framed through doorway on manicured lawn

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Chateau du Raysse is located in Pechs-de-l'Espérance, Dordogne, Nouvelle-Aquitaine. The venue accommodates up to 90 guests, from €9,500.

Reviewed by Anne-Sophie Boubals, Editor-in-Chief. Last reviewed 2 July 2026.

Capacity

Up to 90 guests

Accommodation

17 bedrooms · 38 guests

From

€9,500

Season

Apr–Jun, Jun–Sep, Sep–Nov

Location

Dordogne, Aquitaine

Sleeps

38 guests

Exclusivity

Full exclusivity included

Catering

External caterers welcome

Wet-Weather Plan

Dining hall and library offer excellent…

Nearest Airport

Brive Airport (30 minutes (20km))

About This Venue

Medieval grandeur meets Dordogne Valley views since 1155

A charming medieval château dating back to 1155 in the Dordogne Valley, offering exclusive private hire for up to 100 guests with 38 sleeping on-site across 17 bedrooms, two swimming pools, and beautiful grounds.

Languages: EnglishSpanishFrench

The Venue History

12th century · medieval château

The Château dates back to 1155 and is steeped in history. It is a charming château, full of character, surrounded by 20 acres of the magnificent Dordogne Valley.

Notable Features

• Medieval Circular Tower
• Exposed Wooden Beams In Main Hall
• Period Features Throughout Rooms

Spaces & Capacity

Maison Hall

Indoor

Seated

Ceremony

ceremony dinner dancing canapés

Exposed Wooden Beams
PA System

Maison Garden

Outdoor

Seated

dinner reception

Ample Room For Dining For Up To 90 People

Ceremony Archway & Lawn

Outdoor

ceremony cocktail

Romantic Archway
Aisle Lined With Cypress Trees

Ceremony

Ceremony types

Secular Symbolic

Outdoor ceremony locations

Romantic archway with cypress tree-lined aisle
Under honeymoon suite balcony
Front of Château
Large lawn behind swimming pool

Wet-weather backup

Dining hall and library offer excellent Plan B indoor options; Maison Hall can accommodate up to 70 seated guests for ceremony or dinner.

Celebrant available

Accommodation

Bedrooms

Sleeps

Bridal Suite

Yes

All accommodation is included in the venue hire. The entire estate is reserved exclusively for your wedding party.

en-suite bathroom period features linen and towels

Le Château

chateau (Castle)

Maison du Parc

gite (Cottage)

Pigeonnier Apartment

apartment

2 bedrooms

Neighbouring Villa

villa

Sleeps 10

For overflow guests, we recommend:

Hotels in Souillac (5 minutes away)
Airbnb and VRBO properties in the village
Campsite/glampsite (15-minute walk from Château)

Explore the Venue

Accommodation

Chateau bedroom with four-poster navy canopy bed, stone fireplace, exposed beams, and amber wall sconces

Interior shot of a château guest bedroom styled for a wedding night or honeymoon stay. The room features a large wooden four-poster bed with deep navy blue canopy drapes, dressed in white bed linens with teal, sage green, and teal accent cushions. The room has wide-plank hardwood floors, exposed dark wood ceiling beams with a painted fleur-de-lis motif, and an ornate white stone fireplace visible to the left with a gold-framed mirror above it. A champagne bottle in an ice bucket alongside glasses and a tray is set on a low table near a sofa with a fuchsia pink cushion. Warm ambient lighting comes from bedside table lamps and wall sconces, creating a dark, richly toned atmosphere. A carved wooden armoire and framed artwork complete the classic French château interior styling. Wide interior shot. Potential venue feature image.

Wide-angle interior shot of a guest bedroom, likely within a château or manor house used as a wedding venue. The room features a double bed dressed in white linens with a magenta throw blanket and a dark green bed skirt, topped with sage green and blush accent cushions. The upholstered headboard is covered in a bold floral fabric with pink, coral, and green tones, framed by a cream border. A small gold chandelier hangs from the ceiling, and warm-toned bedside lamps flank the bed on wooden nightstands. Deep teal curtains frame a large iron-grid window overlooking greenery, and a gold-framed floral painting hangs on the adjacent wall. The decor style mixes classic French country elements with bold color choices. Potential venue feature image.

This image is not a wedding photograph but rather an interior shot of a bathroom within what appears to be a venue property. The room features a black clawfoot freestanding bathtub with a white interior, set against dark teal-green square glazed tiles that cover the lower half of the walls. A white vessel sink with a black faucet is visible in the foreground. A bottle of red wine and an empty wine glass are staged on a small ornate green side table beside the tub, along with a folded white towel. The right wall is painted mint green, and a large mirror reflects the space. The floor appears to be stone tile. The styling is eclectic, mixing vintage and classic elements. Wide interior shot. Potential venue feature image.

Exterior & Grounds

Aerial drone view of French chateau estate with round tower, swimming pool, courtyard gardens and stone outbuildings

Aerial view of a French chateau estate with round stone tower, courtyard garden, and swimming pool surrounded by woods

Interior

Rustic French chateau kitchen with stone walls, wooden beams, and breakfast spread on stone-topped island

Dates fill up fast. Check availability before you fall in love.

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Pricing & Packages

From €9,500

Peak season (June-September) exclusive venue hire for up to 90 guests, minimum 3 nights

Minimum 3 nights

What’s included

Complete exclusive access to the Estate
Concierge service
Linen and towels
Cleaning fee

Not included

Catering
External suppliers

Features & Amenities

Venue Features

Swimming Pool

Exclusive Use

On-site Accommodation

Allows External Caterers

Pet Friendly

Child Friendly

Outdoor Ceremony

Plan B Options

Amenities & Activities

Library

BYO Wine

Dovecote

Wi-Fi

On-site Parking

Sound System

20 acres of beautiful Dordogne Valley grounds with stunning views over rolling hills and green forests.

Getting There

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By Air

Brive Airport 30 minutes (20km)
Bergerac Airport
Limoges Airport
Bordeaux Airport
Toulouse Airport

By Train

Souillac 5 minutes (on direct line south from Paris)

Key Distances

Souillac 5 minutes
Sarlat
Rocamadour

Pechs-de-l'Espérance, Dordogne, France

Rolling hills and green forests of the Dordogne Valley, on the outskirts of a rural village with stunning views

Nearby villages: Souillac

Nearby attractions: Sarlat, Rocamadour, Dordogne Valley

A Typical Wedding Weekend

An example of how a multi-day celebration often unfolds. Chateau du Raysse will confirm your own weekend's actual schedule.

Friday

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.

Saturday

The wedding day

Ceremony, photographs, and reception typically run across the afternoon into the evening, followed by dancing and celebrations late into the night.

Sunday

Farewell brunch

A slower morning together, often with a farewell brunch, before guests depart over the course of the day.

Want full pricing, menus and floor plans? Request the brochure.

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Chateau du Raysse

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About This Venue

The Venue History

Notable Features

Spaces & Capacity

Maison Hall

Maison Garden

Ceremony Archway & Lawn

Area under Honeymoon Suite Balcony

Front of Château

Large Lawn behind Swimming Pool

Dining Hall

Library

Pool Terrace

Ceremony

Ceremony types

Outdoor ceremony locations

Wet-weather backup

Accommodation

Le Château

Maison du Parc

Pigeonnier Apartment

Neighbouring Villa

For overflow guests, we recommend:

Explore the Venue

Accommodation

Exterior & Grounds

Interior

Pricing & Packages

What’s included

Not included

Features & Amenities

Venue Features

Amenities & Activities

Getting There

By Air

By Train

Key Distances

A Typical Wedding Weekend

Arrival & welcome

The wedding day

Farewell brunch

Real Weddings at Chateau du Raysse

Champagne Silk and Burgundy Blooms at Chateau du Raysse, Dordogne

Olive and Lavender: A Winter Wedding at Chateau du Raysse

Suppliers Who've Worked Here

Michael Mann

Michael Mann

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