Château de Sainte Croix

With its majestic yet homely charm, the warm glow of its golden stone, and its beautifully designed interiors, the Château is the perfect combination of historic architecture, modern amenities and artistic flourishes. From its sweeping staircase to its extensive grounds, the venue aims to be a blank canvas, allowing you to craft a day personal to you, with any support you need always on hand from the dedicated team.

YOUR WEDDING DAY

For your ceremony, the Château offers multiple spaces. Surrounded by 22 acres of landscaped parkland, you are free to choose the space which works best for you, whether it’s the charming tree-lined drive, the serene orchard or the sunny gardens with the graceful backdrop of the Château behind.

Host your wedding dinner outdoors in the picture perfect courtyard, adorned with fairy lights. The Château offers fantastic flexibility and the team aims to suit your personal style and budget, with no imposed suppliers or corkage fee and plenty of support as you plan your day.

If the weather isn’t ideal, then the adjoining Coach House and Stables can accommodate up to 150 guests for a stunning indoor celebration. Inside the Château itself, you can enjoy the Billiards Room and the extensive lounge area, which is a sumptuous inside space for apéros or an indoor ceremony should you wish. There is even a "petite chapelle" for more intimate events.

As the evening unfolds, the atmospheric stone-vaulted stables are also an incredible space, designed for dancing and celebrating late into the night.

The day after, gather friends and family by the heated pool on the glorious sun terrace for another round of festivities. Your guests can relax, take a refreshing dip in the pool and soak up the French sunshine. There is plenty of space for a BBQ or hog roast as well as outdoor seating and loungers.

ACCOMMODATION

The Château can sleep up to 32 guests across 12 luxurious ensuite bedrooms and one apartment with its own kitchen and lounge. Each room is spacious and thoughtfully decorated, combining modern comfort with historic charm. The highlight is the expansive 60 m² Master Bedroom, featuring a hidden ensuite bathroom behind a secret door with a stunning metal roll-top bath overlooking the gardens!

To immerse yourself in the full château experience, you’ll have access to the fully equipped kitchen and refined yet relaxed dining room, as well as the lounge, snug, and private cinema, for the Château is intended to feel like home during your stay —perfect for enjoying informal moments with loved ones.

THE TEAM

What makes this Château truly special is the warmth and care of its English-speaking owners. With years of experience in the UK wedding industry and a background in interior design, they have created a space that feels like a welcoming home in splendid surroundings. Their dedication to exceptional service ensures that every couple’s wedding is utterly unforgettable.

THE AREA

The Château is situated between historic bastide towns which are listed as two of Les Plus Beaux Villages de France. The unspoilt and historic beauty of the Dordogne region has plenty of opportunities to explore from wine tasting in the vineyards of Bergerac to kayaking down the River Dordogne. Colourful markets abound in pretty towns, gastronomic experiences are waiting to be discovered and there are endless attractions within easy reach for young and old visitors alike.