Château de la Bourdaisière
Château de la Bourdaisière offers the practical advantage of an on-site hotel, eliminating logistics headaches for destination weddings in the Loire Valley.
Château de la Bourdaisière is a hotel destination wedding venue in Montlouis-sur-Loire, France, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Tours Airport (TPS), 45 minutes. Best months: April, June, July, August.
About Château de la Bourdaisière
Château de la Bourdaisière offers the practical advantage of an on-site hotel, eliminating logistics headaches for destination weddings in the Loire Valley.
This 16th-century château provides both ceremony and reception spaces with guest accommodations within the same property, streamlining coordination across multiple days.
The estate spans 12 hectares of manicured grounds and vineyards along the Loire River.
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Absolute stunner! The chateau is absolute luxury and everything you expect when looking for a castle experience.
Shonavee Simpson · read the whole review on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Money
- Price
- €4,500 to €12,000 venue feeAisle estimate
House rules
- Weddings held
- All year
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- TPS, 45 min by carAisle estimate
- Step-free access
- Yes
The spaces
- Indoors or out
- Both
- Setting
- Countryside, historic, elegantAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- 16th-century château with 12 hectares of grounds and private vineyard access
- On-site hotel with guest rooms, reducing accommodation coordination
- Capacity for up to 150 guests in multiple indoor and outdoor venues
- Google rating of 4.3/5 reflects consistent hospitality standards
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
See the day-by-day outline+
Use this as a starting point and adapt it to your bookings and guests.
- 6:00 PMGuest arrival and check-in at château hotel
- 8:00 PMWelcome dinner in château dining room or garden terrace
- 10:00 AMCeremony in chapel or outdoor garden setting
- 12:30 PMCocktail reception on terrace overlooking Loire Valley
- 2:00 PMReception dinner with wine pairings from château vineyard
- 10:00 AMFarewell brunch and vineyard tour for remaining guests
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- TPS · about 45 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Tours Airport.
- Typical total
- €12,000-25,000Aisle estimate
See the full figure+
€12,000-25,000 for 75 guests with 2-night stay
- Ceremony fee
- €2,000-3,500Aisle estimate
- Reception
- €85-150 a headAisle estimate
- Room rate
- €120-200 a nightAisle estimate
- Weather window
- June – August
The months the weather is kindest, with April mild too. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 02 47 45 16 31
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Pricing varies by season (peak summer vs. off-season), guest count, and menu selections. On-site accommodations reduce external venue rental needs. Wine service and vineyard experiences available as add-ons.
Questions about the venue
Can we have both ceremony and reception at the château?+
Yes. The estate features multiple spaces including the château interior, chapel, and manicured outdoor terraces suitable for ceremonies and receptions.
Are guest rooms available for out-of-town attendees?+
Yes. The château operates as a hotel with on-site accommodations, allowing guests to stay the night and simplifying logistics for destination weddings.
What is the closest major airport?+
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is approximately 220 km away, with a 2.5-hour drive. Tours Airport (TPS) is 40 km away with a 45-minute transfer.
What guest capacity does the château accommodate?+
The venue accommodates 20-150 guests depending on chosen spaces and meal format.
Are there catering and wine options on-site?+
Yes. The château offers in-house catering with access to their private vineyard and wine cellar for customized beverage selections.
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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.
Sources for individual venue facts
Weddings held: All year
“Le château de La Bourdaisière est ouvert toute l’année pour vos événements privés.”
Read the source for weddings heldStep-free access: Yes
“L’hôtel dispose d’une chambre pour les personnes à mobilité réduite.”
Read the source for step-free accessIndoors or out: Both
“Des espaces uniques en intérieurs et en extérieurs”
Read the source for indoors or out