Min Stay 2 nights
In the heart of the Dordogne’s Périgord Blanc and only 15 minutes from Périgueux, Château de la Jarthe invites couples to experience a historic wedding destination set within a 140-hectare estate. Listed as a French Historic Monument with origins in the 12th, 14th, and 15th centuries, the estate includes the château, gardens, woodland ceremony sites, and France’s largest Baltard-style Orangerie. Choosing to privatise Château de la Jarthe means securing exclusive access from Friday 2:00 PM until Sunday 4:30 PM, with options to extend.
The château’s Cour d’Honneur is a striking reception area framed by the stone façades, and its century-old oaks, woodland glades, and landscaped parklands create a captivating backdrop for photographs and celebrations. Guests can stay across five château suites, a stylish Bergerie, a retro-inspired cottage, and a twelve-person dormitory. With complete freedom of choice on vendors and no corkage fees, this venue offers both flexibility and distinction.
Accommodation
Sleeping up to 44 guests, Château de la Jarthe offers five grand double Prestige Rooms in the château itself, each named after a historical figure such as Catherine de Medici and Queen Margot. Each suite includes a king-size bed, private bathroom, mini bar, bathrobes, and towels. Nearby, the Bergerie provides seven Privilege Rooms with terraces and countryside views. A cozy dormitory for 12 guests features privacy curtains, USB ports, and air conditioning. The fully renovated “La Madrague” cottage sleeps 8 and includes four bedrooms, three bathrooms, a private terrace, 4K TV, and a retro 1970s interior inspired by Brigitte Bardot.
Amenities
The estate features extensive facilities designed for comfort and celebration. The Orangerie is a 600m² Baltard-style pavilion with air conditioning, heating, a full sound system, DJ booth, giant screen, and the original Ladurée counter by Jacques Garcia. There’s an outdoor bar with a beer tap, a lounge area, catering kitchen with cold storage, and furniture for 150 guests. Outdoors, guests can enjoy a 14 x 7 metre swimming pool, jacuzzi, pétanque courts, sun loungers, and a woodland ceremony space. The parkland is home to a stud farm and walking trails, making it a unique environment for both wedding weekends and extended stays.
From Paris: Château de la Jarthe is approximately five hours by car from Paris, with direct access via the A20 motorway. For faster travel, guests can take the TGV from Paris Montparnasse to Bordeaux, then continue by car to the château, approximately 1 hour 15 minutes away.
From London: The quickest route is to fly into Bergerac Dordogne Périgord Airport, just 45 minutes from the château by car. Alternatively, fly into Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport, located 90 minutes away. Eurostar and TGV rail routes are also available via Paris and Bordeaux.
Château de la Jarthe is also available for private parties, corporate retreats, and cultural events. The Orangerie’s fully equipped infrastructure makes it ideal for conferences, seminars, or workshops. The estate regularly hosts concerts, equestrian shows, antique fairs, and gastronomic evenings. The Templars’ Hall and Cour d’Honneur offer atmospheric spaces for cocktail receptions or outdoor meetings.
Whether for a baptism, anniversary, or business retreat, the estate’s varied indoor and outdoor venues can be adapted to suit the occasion. The owners provide support with a recommended partners guide, and no suppliers are imposed, allowing hosts full creative freedom.
Min Stay 2 nights
Up to 390 guests
Sleeps up to 44 guests
Free Choice
Swimming Pool
LGBT Friendly
Disabled Facilities
Air Conditioning
Wifi Available
Choosing to privatise Domaine de la Jarthe means offering your guests a journey into nature, beauty, and celebration within a 140-hectare estate in the heart of Périgord.
The Orangerie can accommodate up to 390 guests standing or 270 seated. The Templar Hall holds 80 to 90 standing and 50 to 60 seated guests.
Yes. The estate is open in all seasons, with indoor and outdoor spaces adapted for both summer and winter weddings.
Yes. The château offers a range of ceremony settings, including the woodland area, Cour d’Honneur, gardens, and nearby Coursac church. Receptions can be held in the Orangerie or Templar Hall.
The estate sleeps 44 guests across the château, Bergerie, dormitory, and La Madrague cottage, all with modern amenities and countryside views.
Yes. Both the Orangerie and Templar Hall have fully equipped catering kitchens, including cold storage, an outdoor fire pit, and a Ladurée-designed historic counter.
Yes. Available amenities include a DJ booth, high-end sound system, giant screen, cloakroom, furniture for 150, air conditioning, heating, and lounge furniture for outdoor areas.
Yes. In addition to indoor spaces like the Orangerie and Templars’ Hall, a Berber-style tent is available as a refined weatherproof ceremony option.
Yes. Guests can enjoy a pool, pétanque court, walking trails, a curated brasero dinner, local beverages, and even optional fireworks or château façade lighting.
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