Fairytale French Chateau
Temple sur Lot, Lot et Garonne
Price range: From 1060 - 1545
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Town
Pechs-de-l'Espérance
Department
Dordogne
Town -
3KM, 5 minutes
Airport -
25KM, 26 minutes
Train Station -
4KM, 7 minutes
Local area description
It may be perfectly secluded, but the Château is located within easy reach of several major airports and also has good road and rail links.
Getting Here:
Château du Raysse is in the small commune of Pechs-de-l’Espérance, 3km from the town of Souillac in the Dordogne, France and just a 15 minute walk from the Dordogne river.
Nearby airports
Brive – Vallée de la Dordogne – 20 mins.
Toulouse – 1 hr 40 mins.
Bordeaux – 2 hr 30 mins.
Bergerac – 1 hr 20 mins.
Limoges – 1 hr 20 mins.
By road
Souillac is 3km away with good motorway links for Toulouse and Bordeaux and for Paris and northern France. Pechs-de-l’Espérance is approximately an eight hour drive from Calais (800 km) and a five hour drive from Paris (500 km). Car hire available from all major airports and in the local towns. We can also help to arrange taxis and shuttles as needed.
By rail
The train station in Souillac is a five minute drive from the Château and is right on the Paris-Brive-Cahors-Toulouse line, making it extremely convenient to travel to the Château by rail from Paris and London.
Explore Nearby:
With heaps of fun things to do in the beautiful countryside surrounding Château du Raysse, there really is something for everyone.
The Raysse Estate is close to several historic market towns, châteaux and jardins, and amusement parks for big and little adventurers alike!
We are surrounded by vibrant market towns and villages, each one rich in history and unique charm. Lose yourself along cobbled streets, friendly locals and cuisine to die for.
Souillac – 5 minute drive
Historic market town with useful shops and lovely restaurants. Market every Friday morning.
Sarlat-la-Canéda – 20 minute drive
Beautiful town with history around every corner. Take in the cathedral, a labyrinth of historic cobbled streets, gardens and manors. There’s also a market every Saturday morning.
Domme -30 minute drive
A quaint little town with amazing views of the Dordogne Valley.
Beynac – 25 minute drive
Nestled on the bank of the Dordogne, Beynac is known as one of the most beautiful villages in France.
Rocamadour – 30 minute drive
Set on the mountainside, Rocamadour is unforgettable. It is known for the Cité Réligieuse complex of religious buildings, accessed via the Grand Escalier staircase and the streets filled with boutiques and restaurants. There are great walks around the area too.
Cahors – 1 hour drive
You just have to see the stunning Medieval bridge for yourself!
10% off for booking of 7 nights or more
Global Ratings
Cleanliness5
Accuracy5
Communication5
Location5
Check-in5
Value5
Niamh Whelan, May 2025
We had the most gorgeous weekend at the Chateau for our wedding in early May 2025, everything was perfect. The chateau and the grounds were so immaculate and our guests thought it was so picturesque! Michael and Blandine (the estate managers) were just superb - totally above expectation! So discreet but amazingly supportive, accommodating, and genuinely lovely people. They got the chateau ready early for us, they were on point/responsive for anything we needed/questions. I can't speak highly enough of the venue and those involved in running it, if I could give it 10 stars, I would!
Joined in Nov 2025
Siret number: 980 542 203 00016
Languages Spoken: English & French
Josie is your dedicated point of contact at Château du Raysse. With several years of experience managing the estate’s bookings, she ensures every detail runs smoothly and is always on hand to assist guests with warmth and professionalism.
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