Flight
Dublin Flight Options: Bordeaux (1-hour drive to Chateau Rigaud – Recommended) Depart: Sept 19th, 7:05 AM → 10:10 AM (Aer Lingus) Return: Sunday Sept 21st, 5:55 PM → 6:55 PM (Aer Lingus) or Monday Sept 22nd 10:50 AM → 11:50 AM La Rochelle (2-hour drive to Chateau Rigaud) Depart: Sept 18th, 1:10 PM → 4:00 PM (Ryanair) Return: Sept 21st, 4:40 PM → 5:20 PM (Ryanair) Toulouse (2-hour drive to Chateau Rigaud) Depart: Sept 18th, 6:20 PM → 9:20 PM (Ryanair) Return: Sept 21st, 11:30 AM → 12:45 PM (Ryanair) Biarritz (2-hour 30-min drive to Chateau Rigaud) Depart: Sept 18th, 12:40 PM → 3:45 PM (Ryanair) Return: Sept 21st, 2:05 PM → 3:15 PM (Ryanair) Nantes (3-hour 40-min drive to Chateau Rigaud) Depart: Sept 19th, 10:45 AM → 1:25 PM (Ryanair) Return: Sept 21st, 3:40 PM → 4:20 PM (Ryanair) Depart: Sept 19th, 1:30 PM → 4:10 PM (Aer Lingus) Return: Sept 21st, 3:05 PM → 3:40 PM (Aer Lingus)
Flight
London Flight Options: Fly to Bordeaux with: British Airways from Gatwick Easyjet from Belfast, Bristol, Luton & Gatwick Ryanair from Stansted, Manchester & Edinburgh Fly to Bergerac with: Ryanair from Bristol, East Midlands, Liverpool & Stansted British Airways from London City airport. Or by Train: From St Pancras to Paris Gare du Nord, cross Paris to Montparnasse then take a Bordeaux train that stops in Libourne which is a half hour drive from the Chateau. Drive & Ferry: Chateau Rigaud is approximately eight hours driving time from Calais with some lovely stops along the way. Ferries leave from Portsmouth to Cherbourg, Caen, Le Havre & St Malo. Some of these are overnight sailings & then it’s just a six hour drive mainly on motorways with tolls.
Rental Car
Having a car will allow you to fully experience the beauty of the surrounding region. Here's what you need to know: Car Hire Options: Airports: All major car rental agencies are available at Bordeaux (BOD) Recommended: Budget, Avis (utalising sky scanner to find the cheapest option) Other Transportation Options: Taxis: While taxis are available, they can be less frequent in this rural area and may be expensive. Expect to pay around €150 for a taxi from Bordeaux airport to the Château. Uber: Uber may be available from Bordeaux airport, but it can be challenging to find a ride back from Rigaud due to its rural location. Airport Transfers: Château Minibuses (for smaller groups): For airport transfers, we have two minibuses available (8 passengers each) at a cost of €190 per vehicle. Please contact our wedding planner for details and availability. Large coach from airport: If you would like to avail of a pre organised bus coach to and from Bordeaux airport please express interest via QR code (cost will be included once confirmed).
Hotel
Distance from Wedding venue: 5 minute drive Style: Irish-run B&B Rate: From 90€ per night Features: Restored farmhouse, large en-suite rooms, tea/coffee facilities. Breakfast: Full Irish or continental included
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Distnace from Wedding Venue: 5 minute drive Style: B&B Rate: From 160€ per night Features: Working vineyard, 3 comfortable rooms, close to Rigaud. Breakfast: Included
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Distance from Chateau: 5 minute drive Style: B&B Rate: From 90€ per night Features: Renovated riverside house, pool, hosted by a Franco-American couple. Breakfast: Included
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Distance from Wedding Venue: 5 minute drive Style: B&B Rate: Approx. 110€ per night Features: Renovated “maison bourgeoise,” secluded garden with pool, central town location. Breakfast: Included
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Distance from Wedding Venue: 5 minute drive Style: B&B Rate: From 100€ per night (discount for stays of 2+ nights) Features: Charming townhouse near the station, part of eco-tourism network, English-speaking host. Breakfast: Included To book email - rachel.duigou@gmail.com
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Distance from Wedding Venue: 5 minute drive Style: B&B Rate: From 125€ per night per room Features: Central townhouse with 4 bedrooms, roof terrace pool, and fully equipped kitchen. Breakfast: Included
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Distance from Wedding Venue: 5 minute drive Style: Hotel Rate: From 70€ per night Features: 14 rooms and 2 apartments, budget-friendly, central location, popular restaurant. Breakfast: Extra charge
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Distance from Wedding Venue: 5 Minute drive Style: B&B Rate: Approx. 75€ per night Features: Charming countryside setting, run by Annie and Nathalie. Breakfast: Included
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Distance from Wedding Venue: 8 Minutes drive Style: B&B and gite Rate: From 98€ per night (including breakfast) Features: 5 B&B rooms, gite (sleeps 10), swimming pool, dinner can be arranged. Breakfast: Included
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Distance from Wedding Venue: 10 minute drive Style: 3-star hotel Rate: From 90€ per night (room only) Features: 16 rooms, secluded location, great terrace views, popular restaurant. Breakfast: Extra charge
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Distance from Wedding Venue: 10 minute drive Style: B&B Rate: Approx. 110€ per night Features: Sleeps 2, rooftop terrace with stunning views, historic setting. Breakfast: Not included
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Style: B&B Rate: Approx. 130€ per night Features: 4 ensuite rooms, small pool, stylish and professional service, 15 minutes from Rigaud. Breakfast: Included
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Distance from Wedding Venue: 15 minute drive Style: B&B Rate: Approx. 120€ per night Features: Wine estate with tea room/tapas bar, English-speaking hosts (NZ and French). Breakfast: Included
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Distance from Wedding Venue: 8 minute drive Style: Hotel Rate: From 80€ per night Features: Recently refurbished, 10 rooms, sauna, jacuzzi, on-site restaurant. Breakfast: Included
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Distance from Wedding Venue: 10 minute drive Style: B&B Rate: From 80€ per night Features: Countryside setting, pool, run by Valerie. Breakfast: Included
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Distance from Wedding Venue: 12 minute drive Style: B&B Rate: From 120€ per night per room Features: 3 rooms with access to a pool. Breakfast: Included
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Distance from Wedding Venue: 15 minute drive Style: B&B Rate: From 120€ per night per room Features: Riverside location with tranquil gardens, swimming pool. Breakfast: Included
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Distance from Wedding Venue: 15 minute drive Style: B&B Rate: From 120€ per night Features: Classic French country house, peaceful setting, welcoming hosts. Breakfast: Included
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Distance from Wedding Venue: 15 minute drive Style: B&B, gites, and cabin Rate: Varies; contact for details Features: Log cabin in trees, tower suite, 7 rooms, 2 gites, beautiful grounds. Breakfast: Included
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Distance from Wedding Venue: 15 minutes drive Style: Luxury B&B Rate: From 200€ per night per room Features: Spa, heated indoor pool, jacuzzi, outdoor pool, vineyard setting. Breakfast: Included
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Distance from Wedding Venue: 15 minute drive Style: B&B and cottage rental Rate: From 130€ per night Features: Riverside manor house with pool, 3 B&B rooms, cottage (sleeps 8). Breakfast: Included
House Or Rental
Distance from Wedding Venue: 2 minute drive Style: Whole house rental Rate: From 110€ per night Features: Sleeps 9, 4 bedrooms, near Rigaud, equestrian center nearby. Breakfast: Not included
House Or Rental
Distance from Wedding Venue: 5 minute drive Style: Whole house rental Rate: Approx. 950€ per night Features: Sleeps 14, 7 bedrooms, air-conditioned, surrounded by vineyards, private pool. Breakfast: Not included
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Distance from Wedding Venue: 7 minute drive Style: Whole house rental Rate: 200€ per night Features: Sleeps 4, converted barn, private garden, well-appointed bedrooms. Breakfast: Available on request
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Distance from Wedding Venue: 10 minute drive Style: Whole house rental Rate: From 320€ per night Features: Sleeps 10, 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, private pool, large stone house. Breakfast: Not included
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Distance from Wedding Venue: 12 minute drive Style: Villa rental and suite in the chateau Rate: From 250€ per night Features: Riverside chateau with villa (sleeps 6) and suite (sleeps 2), luxurious private pool. Breakfast: Available on request
House Or Rental
Distance from Wedding Venue: 7 minute drive Style: Whole house rental Rate: Approx. 950€ per night Features: Luxurious property in quiet valley, sleeps 12, swimming pool, 6 bedrooms. Breakfast: Not included
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Distance from Wedding Venue: 10 minute drive Style: Whole house rental Rate: From 250€ per night Features: Quirky townhouse, 3 bedrooms, garden, near the station. Contact Elodie at lanvin.elodie@neuf.fr. Breakfast: Not included
House Or Rental
Distance from Wedding Venue: 15 minute drive Style: Whole house rental Rate: From 240€ per night Features: 2-bedroom house on a wine property, peaceful vineyard surroundings. Breakfast: Not included
House Or Rental
Distance from Wedding Venue: 15 minute drive Style: Whole house rental Rate: From approx. 900€ per night Features: Sleeps 8, 4 bedrooms, riverside villa with an additional small property (Petite Shambhala). Breakfast: Not included
House Or Rental
Style: Cottage rental Rate: From 100€ per night Features: 2-bedroom cottage on a working vineyard. Breakfast: Not included
House Or Rental
Style: Cottage rental Rate: Approx. 130€ per night Features: Sleeps 4, tranquil vineyard setting, English-speaking host. Breakfast: Not included