Hotel

Château Couffins

33240 Asques, France, France20–150 guests$$$

Type:Hotel

Capacity:20–150 guests

Budget:$$$

Airport:Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport (BOD), 45 minutes by car

Guests arrive at a historic château in the Bordeaux region where 17th-century architecture meets contemporary hospitality. The estate welcomes wedding parties with on-site accommodations, allowing families and friends to extend celebrations across multiple days without the logistics of coordinating separate hotels. Stone courtyards, manicured grounds, and a full-service restaurant create a self-contained destination where every detail unfolds within walking distance.

Highlights

17th-century château with 25+ guest rooms on 12 hectares of private grounds
Château Couffins holds a 4.8/5 Google rating across 200+ verified reviews
In-house catering kitchen and restaurant overseen by professional culinary team
Located 45 minutes from Bordeaux Airport and 90 minutes from major wine regions
Accommodates 20–150 guests with flexible indoor and outdoor ceremony/reception spaces

Quick facts

Capacity20–150 guests

Venue typeHotel

Price range$$$

LocationFrance

Nearest airportBOD

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Plan your wedding at Château Couffins

Getting there

Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport (BOD)

45 minutes by car to venue

Private car transfer

€80–120 per vehicle (up to 4 passengers)

45 minutes from airport · Arranged through château concierge; pickup from airport or train station

Rental car

€40–60 per day depending on vehicle class

45 minutes from airport · Self-drive via A89 highway toward Libourne, then local roads to Asques

Train + taxi

€25 train + €30–40 taxi

90 minutes total from airport · SNCF to Libourne station, then 20-minute taxi to château

Cost estimate

Ceremony / venue fee

€2,500–4,000 (venue rental, ceremony space setup)

Reception (per guest)

€95–150 (catering, service, table settings)

Accommodation (per night)

€120–200 (per room, group rates negotiable)

Estimated total

€18,000–35,000 for 75 guests with 2-night stay

Final cost depends on guest count, menu selection, wine package, and additional services (florals, photography coordination, day-of planning). Château quotes customized packages; contact directly for formal estimate.

Sample wedding weekend

Friday evening

4:00 PMGuest arrival; check-in and welcome aperitif in château courtyard

Saturday morning

10:00 AMCeremony in garden or courtyard; photos on grounds

Saturday afternoon

1:00 PMCocktail reception and lunch in main hall or terrace

Saturday evening

7:00 PMDinner and dancing in reception hall; last guests depart around 1:00 AM

Sunday morning

9:00 AMOptional group breakfast before departures

This is a sample itinerary. Your wedding weekend can be fully customized.

Frequently asked questions

Can guests stay overnight at the château?

Yes. The property features 25+ rooms across the château and adjoining buildings, allowing wedding parties to stay on-site for the entire weekend at negotiated group rates.

Does Château Couffins provide catering?

The château operates its own restaurant and kitchen team. All food and beverage is prepared on-site, from cocktail receptions through multi-course dinners.

What is the nearest airport?

Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport (BOD) is 45 minutes away by car. Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) is a 3.5-hour drive for international guests.

Are outdoor ceremonies possible?

Yes. The grounds offer multiple ceremony backdrops, including a stone courtyard and garden spaces. Coverage tents are available in case of rain.

What is included in the rental fee?

Venue rental typically covers access to ceremony and reception spaces, tables, chairs, and basic lighting. Catering, accommodations, and special décor are billed separately.