Before You Arrive
Practical Information
Everything you need to know for a seamless stay
Getting Here
Finding Chazeuil
By Car
330 km from Paris · 3–3.5 hours
By Train
SNCF station 2 km away
By Air
Clermont-Ferrand 75 km · 1 hour
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Bourbonnais, Auvergne‑Rhône‑Alpes
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A New Chapter Begins·The estate begins its transformation into a curated seasonal home for families and discerning travelers. Phase 1: the main house opens for spring–summer rentals (April–November 2026). Phase 2: three family apartments open in an adjacent manor house. The stables and gym begin renovation. The vision: to honour 400 years of history while creating a place where new stories begin. Not a hotel — a home that remembers you.
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What's Included
Your Stay Includes
- Linens and towelsPremium, changed on request
- Wi-Fi throughoutEvery building on the estate
- Heating and hot waterGas central heating
- Heated pool15 × 7 m · daily 10:30–18:30
- Finnish saunaWood-fired · daily 10:30–18:30
- 34 hectares of groundsForest trails, ponds, meadows
- Kitchen garden harvestFruit, vegetables, eggs, goat milk
- Parking and helipadPrivate, on the grounds
- Welcome hamperLocal Bourbonnais produce
- Countryside PassportOur guide to the region
- Château history tourWith the custodian, complimentary
House Guidelines
Living Together
Chazeuil is a living estate, not a hotel. We ask guests to treat it as they would their own family home.
- In 4 PM · out 11 AM
- Season: 1 April – 30 November
- Quiet 10 PM – 8 AM
- Minimum 3–5 nightsVaries by season
- No parties or stag events
- No smoking indoors
- Children supervised near water
- Dogs by prior arrangement
- Respect the wildlife
What You Arrive To
Thirty-four hectares, and the quiet that comes with them
Practical detail matters, but this is what it is in aid of: parkland, old oaks, spring-fed ponds and a great deal of room to be left alone in.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked
Booking
- 3 to 5 nights depending on the season and unit. Longer stays are encouraged and rewarded: 7+ nights receive 10% off, 14+ nights 15% off, and 30+ nights 35% off. The rental season runs from 1 April to 30 November.
- All stays include: linens and towels, heating, Wi-Fi, heated pool and Finnish sauna access (daily 10:30–18:30), private forest and trails, parking, a welcome hamper with local produce, and access to the kitchen garden's seasonal harvest (fruit, vegetables, eggs, and goat milk when available). Experiences, chef services, and airport transfers are available at additional cost.
- Check-in is from 4:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. Early check-in or late check-out may be arranged subject to availability — just ask when booking.
- Yes. The château plus all apartments can be reserved for exclusive use, accommodating up to 30 guests across the estate. This is ideal for family reunions, retreats, and celebrations. You'll have the entire 34-hectare property to yourselves. Contact us for exclusive-use pricing and availability.
- No — and that's deliberate. Domaine de Chazeuil is a seasonal home, not a hotel. There's no reception desk, no room service, no daily housekeeping parade. Instead, there's a key, a welcome hamper, 34 hectares of private grounds, and the freedom to make yourself at home. We're selective about who stays — because this is a place built for people who return.
Getting Here
- The estate is in the Bourbonnais region (Allier department, Auvergne), approximately 330 km south of Paris (3–3.5 hours by motorway). Clermont-Ferrand is 75 km away, Lyon 150 km. The nearest SNCF train station is just 2 km from the estate, and shops and services are also 2 km away. We can arrange private transfers from Paris, Lyon, or the local station. The estate also has a helicopter landing pad.
- The Bourbonnais region offers: Le Pal amusement park, the thermal spas and Belle Époque culture of Vichy, the medieval village of Charroux, the botanical gardens at Apremont, wake parks, the cultural sites of Moulins, and the thermal town of Bourbon-l'Archambault. Local forest trails, fishing, equestrian centres, and artisan visits round out the 'Countryside Passport' — a curated guide we provide for every guest.
Families
- Absolutely. The estate is a paradise for families — 34 hectares of safe walled grounds to explore, cascading ponds, a heated pool (15 × 7 m), rustic swings, exploration trails, a petting zoo, and endless adventures in the forest. We offer garden scavenger hunts, archery, medieval games, and afternoon jam-making with estate fruit. Cots, high chairs, and childcare can be arranged with advance notice.
Events
- The château and grounds are available for celebrations, retreats, and small weddings. The medieval vaulted cellars seat up to 16 for private dinners. The stable block is being renovated (February 2026) into a dedicated event and workshop space. Please note: bachelor parties and loud events are not permitted. Contact us for event-specific pricing.
Practical
- Well-behaved dogs are welcome in the apartments and designated areas of the château by prior arrangement. The grounds are partially unfenced, so dogs should remain under control near the ponds, livestock areas, and the walled garden.
- The estate has full high-speed Wi-Fi throughout the château, apartments, pool area, and main grounds. Mobile signal varies by provider. Many guests appreciate the chance to disconnect — the deep forest has blissfully no signal. For remote workers, we offer fast internet, comfortable work spaces, and the 'Work-from-Château' package with mid-term rates.
- L'Orangerie apartment offers ground-floor access suitable for guests with limited mobility. The château's main reception rooms (vestibule, grand salon, dining room, library) are fully accessible on the ground floor. Please contact us in advance so we can ensure your stay is comfortable.