Domaine de La Boulerie
Guests arrive at this 37-hectare Loire Valley estate to discover manicured gardens, a working vineyard, and stone buildings dating to the 18th century.
Domaine de La Boulerie is an estate destination wedding venue in Villiers-au-Bouin, France, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Loire Valley Airport (Nantes Atlantique) (NTE), 2.5 hours by car. Best months: June, July, August, September.
About Domaine de La Boulerie
Guests arrive at this 37-hectare Loire Valley estate to discover manicured gardens, a working vineyard, and stone buildings dating to the 18th century.
The estate unfolds across rolling terrain, offering multiple ceremony backdrops and indoor spaces for receptions that accommodate everything from intimate gatherings to celebrations of 150 guests.
Staff manage logistics while you focus on welcoming loved ones across genuinely distinctive grounds.
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Choose a day from the calendar.
Nothing is reserved until the venue confirms. A first note comes back within two business days.
We organized our wedding at La Boulerie, it's an extraordinary place to get married: it's original, authentic and full of charm.
Mélissa TANGUY · on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- NTE, 150 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- 37 hectares of private grounds with vineyard, gardens, and woodland terrain
- On-site accommodation available for multi-day celebrations and guest convenience
- 18th-century architecture with both indoor reception halls and outdoor ceremony locations
- Google rating of 4.4/5 based on verified guest reviews
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- Afternoon/eveningGuest arrival and check-in to on-site accommodation; welcome aperitif in gardens
- 10:00 AMGuests gather for ceremony (outdoor or sheltered location)
- 11:00 AM–12:30 PMPost-ceremony aperitif and photography on estate grounds
- 1:00 PMReception begins; welcome toast and seated lunch or dinner service
- EveningDancing, dessert service, and celebration; guests retire to lodging or depart
- MorningFarewell brunch (optional) before guest departures
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- NTE · about 2 h 30 by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Loire Valley Airport (Nantes Atlantique).
- Typical total
- €8,000–25,000+Aisle estimate
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€8,000–25,000+ for 50 guests, 1 night on-site
- Ceremony fee
- €800–2,000Aisle estimate
Depending on setup
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Contact venue directly; typically €800–2,000 depending on setup
- Reception
- €60–120 a headAisle estimate
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€60–120 (food and beverage through approved caterers)
- Room rate
- €100–200 a nightAisle estimate
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€100–200 per room (subject to availability and season)
- Weather window
- June – September
The months the weather is kindest. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 06 40 18 15 17
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Final pricing depends on date, guest count, catering choices, and décor. Request a formal quotation through the venue website.
Questions about the venue
Can we hold both ceremony and reception on-site?+
Yes. The estate has multiple ceremony locations outdoors and covered indoor spaces for receptions, with the flexibility to move between locations based on weather and guest count.
How many guests can the venue accommodate?+
The estate can host between 20 and 150 guests depending on which spaces you use and your setup preferences.
Is accommodation included for guests?+
On-site lodging is available, making it convenient for destination guests. Pricing and availability should be confirmed directly with the venue.
What catering options exist?+
The venue works with approved external caterers. You can inquire about preferred vendor lists or bring your own through prior arrangement.
Can we hold a civil ceremony here?+
The property is licensed for civil ceremonies. Your wedding planner can coordinate with the local mairie (town hall) in Villiers-au-Bouin.
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.