Auberge du Bon Laboureur is a hotel destination wedding venue in Chenonceaux, France, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Tours Val de Loire Airport (TUF), 45 minutes. Best months: June, July, August, November.
Auberge du Bon Laboureur
Guests arrive at a 15th-century château hotel where the Loire River flows directly behind the property, creating an immediate sense of arrival at somewhere genuinely historic.
About Auberge du Bon Laboureur
Guests arrive at a 15th-century château hotel where the Loire River flows directly behind the property, creating an immediate sense of arrival at somewhere genuinely historic.
The hotel's 20 rooms and restaurant occupy restored manor buildings connected by manicured grounds, allowing wedding parties to welcome guests who can walk straight from their rooms to ceremony and reception spaces.
Staff manage everything from accommodation to dining, so your group experiences the celebration as one cohesive event rather than coordinating multiple vendors.
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Nothing is reserved until the venue confirms. A first note comes back within two business days.
We didn’t stay but we popped in for coffee and we were received with open arms. Truly shown hospitality at its finest. We had two small dogs with our group on this cold and wet February afternoon.
Jason Clowser · read the whole review on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- TUF, 45 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- 15th-century château setting with 20 on-site guest rooms, lodging and venue in one location
- Loire River directly borders the property, providing natural backdrop for ceremonies and photography
- On-site restaurant serves guests for rehearsal dinners, receptions, and daily meals throughout the wedding weekend
- Google rating of 4.7/5 reflects consistent guest satisfaction with accommodations and service quality
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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Use this as a starting point and adapt it to your bookings and guests.
- 3:00 PM onwardsGuest arrival, check-in at hotel, welcome drinks on the terrace
- 7:00 PMRehearsal dinner in on-site restaurant for wedding party and close family
- 10:00 AMWedding ceremony (garden or salon, depending on weather)
- 12:30 PMCocktail reception on grounds overlooking Loire River
- 2:00 PMReception dinner and dancing in restaurant or outdoor marquee
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- TUF · about 45 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Tours Val de Loire Airport.
- Typical total
- €12,000-25,000Aisle estimate
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€12,000-25,000 for 50 guests (2-night weekend with ceremony and reception)
- Ceremony fee
- €1,500-2,500Aisle estimate
- Reception
- €85-150 a headAisle estimate
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€85-150 (catering, beverages, service)
- Room rate
- €120-250 a nightAisle estimate
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€120-250 (room rate varies by season and room type)
- Weather window
- June – August
The months the weather is kindest, with November mild too. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 02 47 23 90 02
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Pricing depends on guest count, season (peak summer costs more), menu selections, and duration of events. Contact venue directly for custom quote. Budget assumes modest décor; additional florals and entertainment cost extra.
Questions about the venue
Can we accommodate all our guests at the venue?+
The hotel has 20 rooms on-site. For larger wedding parties, the venue can arrange accommodations at partner properties within 5-15 minutes in Chenonceaux. Ceremony and reception spaces can accommodate up to 150 guests.
What's included if we book the venue?+
Booking typically includes venue rental for ceremony and reception spaces, tables and chairs, basic décor, and coordination with the on-site restaurant for catering. Additional services like florals, photography, and entertainment are arranged separately or through preferred vendors.
What's the ceremony setup like?+
Ceremonies can be held on the manicured grounds overlooking the Loire, in the restaurant salon, or in nearby spaces within the château grounds. The venue coordinates logistics and setup based on your vision and guest count.
How far is this from Paris?+
The venue is approximately 150 miles (240 km) south of Paris, roughly 2.5-3 hours by train or car, making it accessible for guests traveling from the capital.
Could this be your venue?
Ask about your plans, pricing and availability. You do not need a fixed date yet.
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Sources and booking notes
Confirm your dates, guest numbers, room arrangements and inclusions with the venue before booking. An enquiry does not reserve a date. Figures labelled Aisle estimate are modelled from regional rates and public sources; they are not venue quotes.