Chateau Lagut

A superb country château that dates all the way back to the 14th century

* Impressive main house, a 16th-century chapel, a guest suite and cottage.
* Chateau: 8 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 2 shower rooms, 2 wash rooms)
* Cottage: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
* Guest suite: bed sitting room, kitchen, bathroom, washroom
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- Full-size tennis court; pool; huge hall annexe where you can enjoy games such as table tennis, basketball and volleyball and built in sauna

- Facts and figures:
· 10 bedrooms
· 8 bathrooms
· 2 shower rooms
· 3 wash rooms
· 16 hectares of private grounds
· 2,261m2 construction (including walls)
· 1,083m2 of living space (inside measurements/excluding walls)
· 474m2 renovation potential
· 201 m2 of side buildings
· 244m2 outdoor terrace (excluding pool sun terrace)
· 12 x 6m heated pool

Château Lagut is a unique and very distinctive country mansion which dates back to the 14th century. It is set within 60 acres of unspoiled grounds and woodlands, part of which is believed to be the last natural truffle estate in the Dordogne. The architectural scale of the property is deceptive and conceals spacious, vast reception rooms with monumental fireplaces, walls of natural stone and lofty, heavily beamed ceilings. Originally a fortified house, arrow slots and shooting holes still remain in the lovely tower bedroom.

An archway from the lane leads to a gravelled courtyard which is enclosed by the many outbuildings, one of which is a tiny 16th century chapel. A large grass courtyard to the rear of the property is backed by an enormous wine-making barn, built in the 18th century and now transformed into an indoor games hall. There is also a superb outdoor tennis court and, behind a long dry stone wall, an elliptical, heated swimming pool benefits from sun throughout the day.

The whole property has recently been upgraded by the current owners and the addition of the games hall and tennis court completes the excellent facilities at this extraordinary Château.

Larger groups can take advantage of a separate cottage and guest suite which together provide accommodation for a further six people.


Accommodation: 16 persons (additional accommodation available)
8 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 2 shower rooms, 2 wash rooms

Additional cottage and suite are available - please enquire for prices.

Ground floor: From the courtyard stone steps lead up to an old flagstone terrace and the two main entrances. A reception hall leads to the magnificent grand salon (10.5m x 7.5m) which has exposed stone walls, a heavily beamed ceiling, polished wood floor and an imposing open stone fireplace. This room is furnished with a range of good quality sofas and upholstered cane armchairs; from here a door leads to the second raised terrace, to the rear of the property, where there is teak garden dining furniture and a built-in barbecue. From the centre of this terrace majestic stone steps lead down to a large lawned rear garden.

Next to the grand salon, the family room is tastefully furnished with comfortable sofas and also has a television, providing additional, less formal living accommodation. Separate washroom with basin and WC. The formal dining room has a large oak dining table and chairs to seat 12 persons, a large open fireplace, polished wood floor and a French door to the rear terrace. The second main entrance leads to the spacious farmhouse kitchen which has plenty of fitted cupboards and worktops, a terracotta tiled floor, large open fireplace and an oak refectory table with seating for 8 persons. A long corridor with fitted hanging cupboards leads to one large double bedroom and two large twin bedrooms, each with spacious en suite bathrooms comprising bath with shower attachment, basin, bidet and WC. From the dining room, a door leads to the upper floor of a self-contained wing within the Château. A sitting area, which can be used for put-up beds, leads to two adjoining bedrooms, one of which has a large en suite bathroom with bath, shower attachment, twin basins and WC.

A wooden staircase leads to the lower ground floor and hallway with access to the lane. Through a stone archway, the attractively furnished sitting room has a flagstone floor, huge open fireplace and television. A door from the sitting room leads to a private walled garden with teak garden furniture and a gate to the rear garden. The newly fitted kitchen has a breakfast table and chairs. Shower room with twin basins. Separate WC.

First floor: A staircase next to the kitchen leads to the first floor bedrooms. Twin bedroom with two single beds. From a corridor with a steeply sloping beamed ceiling, doors lead to a separate WC; bathroom with bath and shower attachment, twin vanity unit, bidet, WC; shower room with basin. Another attractive suite of rooms has been created consisting of a large, carpeted twin bedroom with wonderful sloping exposed beams and an open wooden staircase which leads down into the second tower where there are two further single beds; great fun for children. The twin beds can be put together to make large double beds if required. Excellent furnishings and equipment throughout.

Notes:

Excellent furnishings and equipment throughout
The twin beds can be put together to make large double beds if required
This house has some low beams
Utility room in one of the old store rooms under the Château with washing machine, tumble dryer, ironing facilities and large freezer
Heated swimming pool (12m x 6m x 1.10m-1.80m)
Tennis court
Children's play area



On site facilities and surroundings:
ON SITE: Games hall in the old 'cuvier' with badminton, volleyball and half-size basketball court; shower room and two washrooms. Heated swimming pool (12 m x 6 m). Full-size tennis court. Utility room with washing machine, tumble dryer, ironing facilities and large freezer. Maid service provided twice a week. Catering and babysitting services available.

SURROUNDINGS: Although relatively undiscovered, the north east section of the Dordogne has much to offer in terms of activities and interesting places to visit, being close to the pretty river town of Brantôme and the magnificent Renaissance city of Périgueux. There are many impressive châteaux in this area and a day-trip can easily be made to the famed Dordogne river. The grounds of Château Lagut itself are rich in natural truffles and this property has been featured in 'Good Housekeeping', 'Harpers & Queen', 'BBC Good Food' and 'The Times'. Truffles, with their distinctive earthy fragrance, are one of the highly prized delicacies of the Dordogne. The nearby museum at Sorges documents their history and the local auberge is famous for its culinary expertise with this elusive treasure. Château Lagut is a wonderful rural retreat and is available throughout the year for short and long lets.

Excellent furnishings and equipment throughout. The twin beds can be put together to make large double beds if required. This house has some low beams. Utility room in one of the old store rooms under the Château with washing machine, tumble dryer, ironing facilities and large freezer. Heated swimming pool (12m x 6m) with Roman end. Tennis court. Games hall. Swings and climbing frame The price includes maid service twice a week, with fresh towels twice a week and swimming towels once a week **Please note that electricity, gas, and oil are charged as extra, per usage and are not included in the rental price