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Domaine d'Essendiéras
About This Venue
For an exceptional wedding
An enchanting 360-hectare estate in the Dordogne with two historic castles, offering a variety of reception spaces, quality cuisine, and accommodation for up to 200 guests, for a memorable wedding celebration.
About the History
The Domaine d'Essendiéras features two historic castles set within a magnificent 360-hectare natural estate. The Old Castle dates to the 16th century, featuring the authentic Salon des Anges lounge with its historic charm.
- • 16th-century Old Castle with Salon des Anges
- • Grand Château with vintage rooms
- • Clubhouse with glass room overlooking golf course
- • majestic fireplace in Clubhouse
Spaces & Capacity
This venue can accommodate up to 250 guests for a seated dinner.
Celtic Garden
Outdoor- natural beauty
- magical and intimate atmosphere
Romantic English Garden
Outdoor- romantic English garden
- fountains
The Caroussel
Indoor- sheltered
- charming environment
Terrace of the Grand Château
Outdoor- panoramic view
- natural beauty
Terrace of the Old Castle
Outdoor- charm and authenticity
- in the heart of the Domaine's gardens
The Pagodes (cocktail)
Outdoor- Pagodes Garden
- natural charm
Accommodation
La Guichardies (Gîtes)
giteOld Castle – Suites
chateauGrand Château – Vintage Rooms
chateauChambres d'hôtes (Guest Rooms)
chateauApartments – Grand Veneur & Maison de Gardien
apartmentCottages along the pond
cottagePricing & Packages
2026-2027 pricing
Venue rental rate for ceremony, cocktail (Grand Château or Old Castle or Pagodes Terrace), dinner (Clubhouse or Salon des Anges, until 2am), and brunch (Clubhouse), inclusive of VAT.
| Season | Months | Price |
|---|---|---|
| high | summer weekends | On request |
| low | low season weekends | On request |
| high | summer weekends | On request |
| low | low season weekends | On request |
| high | summer weekends | On request |
| low | low season weekends | On request |
Packages
Passion Offer
- Rental of reception venues
- Terrace of the Grand Château for cocktail
- Reception room until 4:00 AM for dinner & evening
- Reception room for brunch
- Photobooth rental (unlimited)
- Canapés
- Dill-marinated salmon workshop
- 3-course menu (starter, main course, cheese)
- Coffee & tea buffet
- Sweet & savory, or gourmet brunch
- Champagne and wines (white and red) with corkage
- Soft drinks, still and sparkling waters from the Domain's menu
Emotion Offer
- Rental of reception venues
- Romantic English garden or Celtic garden for secular ceremony
- Terrace of the Grand Château for cocktail reception
- Reception room until 4:00 AM for dinner & evening
- Reception room for brunch
- Photobooth rental (unlimited)
- Appetizers, verrines and tapas (5 pieces)
- Plancha skewers workshop
- Foie gras with fig chutney workshop
- 4-course menu (starter, fish, main course, cheese)
- Coffee & tea buffet
- Sweet & savory, or gourmet brunch
- Champagne and wines (white and red) from the Domain's menu
- Soft drinks, still and sparkling waters from the Domain's menu
Dream Wedding Offer
- Rental of reception venues
- Inner courtyard of the castles for welcome dinner
- Romantic English garden or Celtic garden for secular ceremony
- Terrace of the Grand Château for cocktail reception
- Reception room until 4:00 AM for dinner & evening
- Reception room for brunch
- Photobooth rental (unlimited)
- Welcome dinner barbecue
- Appetizers, verrines and tapas (5 pieces)
- Plancha skewers workshop
- Pan-fried foie gras with chives workshop
- Sliced cured ham workshop
- 4-course menu (starter, fish, main course, cheese)
- Sweet & savory, or gourmet brunch
- Coffee & tea buffet
- Champagne with corkage
- Wines (white & red) from the Domain's wine list
- Soft drinks, still & sparkling waters from the Domain's wine list
What’s included
- Setting of cutlery, tablecloths, and cloth napkins
- Clearing and cleaning of the dishes
- Furniture (tables, chairs)
- Room setup and service staff
Booking deposit: 30%
Features & Amenities
Venue Features
Amenities & Activities
360-hectare estate with Celtic Garden, Romantic English Garden with fountains, Pagodes Garden, and the inner courtyard of the castles.
Getting There
Saint Médard d'Excideuil, Dordogne, France
A magnificent natural setting of 360 hectares with two historic castles, gardens, a pond, and golf course.
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