Ideally positioned between Nantes and La Baule, between beaches and countryside, on the edge of the Grande Brière park, the Château du Deffay is located in the heart of a romantic landscape of woods and ponds. The land of Deffay has been an important seigneurial domain since the 15th century, and the current neo-renaissance castle, inhabited for five generations by the family, evokes the rich history of the place, in particular the Vendée epic of the Duchess of Berry in 1832. The beautiful interior architecture, large living rooms with antique furniture, double flight staircase, spacious and comfortable rooms are the living environment of the young couple who live there and give new life to these places where they will welcome you as friends.

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Name of Wedding Contact: Tanneguy de Vassart

It is always a great pleasure to welcome future brides and grooms to discover the area, understand their expectations and guide them in their choices for this important event!

Experience

Year Business Was Established

2012

No. of Weddings Hosted

More than 50

Public Liability Insurance

Yes

No. of People In Team

Overview of Château du Deffay

Venue Type

Castle

Dining Capacity

350

Reception Capacity

400

No. of Bedrooms

Sleeps No. of People

Bridal Suite

Changing Only

Usual Access Time

10:00 AM

Ceremony & Reception

Dancefloor Available

Sound System Available

Venue

Ballroom

Disabled Access

Landscaped Gardens

Exclusive Use

Marquee Permitted

Outdoor Reception Space

On-Site Parking

Food and Drink

External Catering Permitted

No Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol

Pricing for Château du Deffay

Venue Hire Only

Prices Start At

€3,050

Maximum Price

€6,225

The prices indicated are for the rental of the equipped Orangery: – 45 round tables of 150 cm, – 16 rectangular tables measuring 180×74 cm, – 350 Napoleon chairs, – lighting and ambient lighting, – and a completely new sound system. A security guard watches over the property during the evening. Wedding Insurance covers you for all damages that could occur during your private or professional events. The DJ is free to choose but must connect to the existing sound system. Like all reception venues welcoming a family audience, we respect the legal sound limit of 94db. The caterer and ancillary services are your free choice subject to our conditions of intervention. No corkage fees. List of service providers available on request. Do not hesitate to contact us on 06 15 78 01 90 for more information. These prices are given for information purposes only and are subject to change.

What is included in this pricing:

Exclusive use

Reviews for Château du Deffay
(11)

Paul M.

Happy couple married in July

July 2024

The setting is magnificent

We organized our wedding at the Château du Deffay on July 4, 2015. The setting is magnificent and enchanting, our guests were won over! The barn is very large and opens completely towards the garden. The rental of the castle for the wedding includes guest rooms, which is very pleasant for accommodating some of your guests. The proximity of the Deffay campsite is also very practical.

Isabelle R.

Wedding: June

July 2024

Ideal wedding ceremony venue

Château du Deffay is located outside of Nantes, in a forested area in the middle of the Nantes countryside. The alley leading to the castle is lined with trees which form a superb green arch. The wedding evening as well as the brunch were planned here. After a cocktail in the park which borders a beautiful body of water, we had dinner under tents. The perfect organization allowed the hundred or so guests to find their place thanks to a displayed table plan [...] The place is superb...

We were a wedding sitter with a friend of mine for a wedding. The setting was just great, with shaded and secure spaces.

Déborah d'Hostel photographe

Wedding: August

February 2024

Photo report

Wedding of Marie and Adrien on August 19, 2023 at the Château du Deffay. Photos - Déborah d'Hostel Music – Adeejay Costume - L'Atelier 5 - Nantes Jewelry - Gemmyo Wedding Dress - Madame Said Yes Catering - Maison Hebel Decorator - Alice Joalland

Marie

Wedding: April

April 2023

One of the most beautiful weddings I have seen!

I was invited to a friend's wedding and I was really won over by the place! It's superb with this castle which dominates the park and the lake. The weather wasn't very nice that day, but we were able to party like crazy! The cocktail took place under a tent with a floor sheltered from the rain and the dinner and evening was under an orange grove wow! We had an eyeful

Pmdb

Wedding: September

February 2023

Very beautiful places

Very beautiful places for your wedding receptions or others of course

Magnificent castle, beautiful orangery. Excellent location for a wedding reception.

Magnificent place to stay, celebrate, daydream. No visual pollution. Swans on the body of water. Safe Haven. Wedding of Meryl and David, superbly orchestrated by our Lovers.

Thibault Maubert

Happy couple married in July

February 2023

the chateau du deffay was the I-DE-AL place!

I was able to organize my wedding on July 14 and the Chateau du Deffay was the I-DE-AL venue! The owners do not impose a service provider, the festivities can end until early, a lot of flexibility on the location and a top-notch setting. Delighted!

Jennifer Thibeault

Wedding: October

February 2023

Wonderful bucolic setting

A magnificent wedding ceremony in this wonderful bucolic setting. We did not go inside the castle but the outside environment with the lake and the pretty orangery is splendid.

Location & Contact Details for Château du Deffay

Wedding Venue Address

Le Deffay, Sainte-Reine-de-Bretagne, Loire-Atlantique, 44160, Pays de la Loire, France

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Describe the best wedding that happened at Château du Deffay?

One memorable wedding was a romantic summer wedding with a garden ceremony, followed by an elegant ballroom reception. The atmosphere was simply magical.

What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?

Do it as early as possible, at least a year in advance

What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?

A couple had placed handwritten thank you cards for each guest on the tables. This personal gesture created a beautiful and intimate atmosphere.

Describe Château du Deffay in 5 adjectives

Romantic, elegant, historic, idyllic, adaptable.

Where’s the best photo spot at Château du Deffay?

The best photos are taken in the large garden, in front of the imposing castle and by the picturesque lake.

Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at Château du Deffay?

Yes, but confidentiality is our watchword!

What’s your favourite canapé?

We have a weakness for small bites which are generally a hit with our guests.

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

We like to offer little treats at the end of the evening. They are often very well received by guests.

What is Château du Deffay most unique feature?

The combination of historic charm and modern comfort, nestled in a breathtaking natural setting, makes our place unique.

What part of your business are you most proud of?

We are particularly proud of our personalized service and our ability to make each wedding individual and unforgettable. We are particularly proud of our personalized service and our ability to make each wedding individual and unforgettable. We are particularly proud of our personalized service and our ability to make each wedding individual and unforgettable.

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