Venue guide: discover the modern luxury of Chateau de Garde
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Located just a short drive from the charming village of St Emilion, Chateau de Garde is a stunning 17th-century castle that offers the perfect setting for a long-weekend wedding celebration. With its picturesque vineyards, elegant event spaces, and luxurious accommodations, this historic chateau is the perfect place to host a memorable and romantic destination wedding.
Chateau de Garde offers a range of options that are perfect for long-weekend weddings, with spaces for rehearsal dinners, wedding days, and farewell brunches. Our team can help you create a custom itinerary that is tailored to your preferences and budget.
On the first night of your long-weekend wedding celebration, our couples generally host a rehearsal dinner for their guests in one of the chateau's outdoor event spaces. Whether you choose to dine under the trees overlooking the vineyards, or one of the outdoor terraces overlooking the vineyards, our catering teams’ expert chefs will create a menu that is tailored perfectly to your taste and style.
The second day of your long-weekend wedding celebration can be dedicated to your wedding ceremony and reception. Chateau de Garde offers a range of beautiful outdoor and indoor spaces for your wedding ceremony, including the chateau's stunning gardens, and its unique palm tree courtyard. After the ceremony, you and your guests can enjoy a cocktail hour on the terrace or in one of the chateau's salons, followed by a sumptuous wedding reception in the dinings room or one of the other elegant event spaces. Outdoor dining is also an option on your wedding day, so you can celebrate amongst the stunning views of the surrounding countryside.
On the third day of your long-weekend wedding celebration, you can host a farewell brunch for your guests before they depart. Our catering teams can create a luxurious brunch menu featuring local specialties and fresh ingredients from local farms. Your guests can chill by the pool, or we can arrange activities either at the Chateau or in surrounding areas to keep everyone busy.
In addition to its stunning event spaces and access to delicious cuisine, Chateau de Garde offers stunning modern accommodation for you and your guests. The chateau has several beautifully appointed guest rooms, each with its own unique decor and character. In addition, the chateau's guest cottage provides additional accommodations for your guests, and they have recently added luxe hostel-style rooms for younger guests who don’t mind sharing a bathroom.
If you're looking for a memorable and romantic long-weekend wedding destination near St Emilion, Chateau de Garde is the perfect choice. With its beautiful vineyards, elegant event spaces, delicious cuisine, and luxurious accommodations, this historic chateau has everything you need to create a wedding celebration that you and your guests will never forget.
You can view some of our work from events at Chateau de Garde in the gallery below. If you would like to enquire about pricing, availability, and find out how we can help you plan your Bordeaux wedding you can reach out here.
