La Racaudière is a hotel destination wedding venue in Villandry, France, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Tours Val de Loire Airport (TUF), 45 minutes by car. Best months: June, July, August, November.
La Racaudière
Guests arrive at a 37-hectare Loire Valley estate where stone buildings and manicured gardens set the tone for multi-day celebrations.
About La Racaudière
Guests arrive at a 37-hectare Loire Valley estate where stone buildings and manicured gardens set the tone for multi-day celebrations.
La Racaudière offers on-site accommodation, a heated swimming pool, and event spaces that transform from ceremonies to receptions without leaving the property.
The combination of hotel facilities, gîte lodging, and flexible indoor-outdoor venues means your group stays together from arrival through departure.
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Nothing is reserved until the venue confirms. A first note comes back within two business days.
We chose La Racaudière for our wedding in August 2025. We dreamed of getting married surrounded by our loved ones in a natural setting, and La Racaudière made it happen.
Clémence LEVIVIER · read the whole review on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- TUF, 45 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- 37-hectare private domain in Villandry with hotel rooms and gîte accommodations on-site
- Heated swimming pool available for guest use throughout stays
- Licensed for ceremonies, receptions, seminars, and group stays with dedicated event spaces
- 4.8/5 Google rating reflects consistent guest satisfaction across multiple event types
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- 14:00–18:00Guest arrivals; check-in to hotel/gîte rooms; welcome refreshments by the pool
- 19:00–22:00Welcome dinner in venue dining area
- 10:00–11:00Ceremony in designated venue space
- 11:30–13:00Aperitif and photos in gardens and courtyard
- 13:00–17:00Reception lunch with toasts and dancing
- 18:00–22:00Evening reception/dinner and entertainment
- 09:00–12:00Breakfast; group activities or pool time; departures begin
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- TUF · about 45 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Tours Val de Loire Airport.
- Typical total
- €5,000–15,000+Aisle estimate
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€5,000–15,000+ for 50 guests including 2-night stay, ceremony, and reception
- Ceremony fee
- On request
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- Reception
- €50–120 a headAisle estimate
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€50–120 (catering dependent on menu and services)
- Room rate
- €90–180 a nightAisle estimate
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€90–180 per room (hotel and gîte rates vary)
- Weather window
- June – August
The months the weather is kindest, with November mild too. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
Costs vary significantly based on season, guest count, menu selections, and service options. Request a detailed proposal from the venue for accurate pricing.
Questions about the venue
Can we host a ceremony and reception at La Racaudière on the same day?+
Yes. The property has multiple event spaces designed to accommodate ceremonies and receptions. Your planner can coordinate timing and room transitions to suit your schedule.
How many guests can stay overnight at the venue?+
La Racaudière operates as both a hotel and gîte complex. Contact the venue directly for current room inventory and accommodation capacity for your dates.
Is the pool available during wedding weekends?+
The heated pool is part of the property's amenities. Confirm pool access and scheduling with your event coordinator when booking.
What's nearby if guests want activities outside the venue?+
Villandry is in the Loire Valley château region. Guests can visit Château de Villandry, explore local wineries, or enjoy regional restaurants within short driving distances.
Does La Racaudière offer catering services?+
The venue hosts receptions and can coordinate catering. Inquire about in-house options or approved external vendors when you contact them.
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.