Château de Roussillon

The estate

A former 13th-century fortress converted into a pleasure palace, the Château de Roussillon notably hosted King Louis XIII in 1632. Surrounded by a moat and brimming with character, this unique venue welcomes you for a magical wedding in an authentic setting.

By choosing to rent this castle, you’ll have exclusive use of the entire property to enjoy an unforgettable experience surrounded by your loved ones.
You can accommodate up to 120 guests in the reception halls, 150 guests in the two inner courtyards, and provide on-site lodging for 22 people.

Located 1 hour and 10 minutes from Toulouse, the Château de Roussillon offers the perfect blend of history, elegance, and warmth to make your wedding an unforgettable experience.


The Estate in Pictures

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An exceptional estate available for rent for your wedding or family event!

With its three towers and main building —all fully renovated to the highest standards—the Château de Roussillon is arranged around two inner courtyards that have been transformed into hanging gardens.

When you choose to rent the castle, you have exclusive use of the entire estate: you’ll feel right at home, without any logistical hassles. Everything is designed to ensure you enjoy a unique, worry-free experience.

What could be more special than a venue steeped in history, beautifully restored, and entirely dedicated to your event—whether it’s a wedding, a birthday, or a big family celebration?

Host a banquet in the grand Louis XIII Hall, have your guests dance the night away, enjoy an aperitif in the courtyard or the vaulted cellar, and accommodate your loved ones on-site in an authentic and refined setting.

And to extend the festivities in complete peace of mind, there’s nothing quite like spending the day after the party at the château, relaxing and enjoying time together.


Guestbook

What Our Guests Say

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« Les 40 ans de sire Arnaud : Au véritable maître de ces lieux je tiens à rendre hommage D’avoir su restituer la force à cette place Qui… »

AArnaud P.

« Un grand merci pour votre accueil !! Un château dans lequel on se sent comme chez soi, une vraie âme partagée par tous les convives. Un… »

FFabien, Sandra et tous les autres.

« Le château nous a permis de vivre le plus beau jour de notre vie avec famille et amis. La magie du lieu nous a enchantés et transportés… »

MMélanie, Stéphane

« Lieu et cadre enchanteurs pour ce week-end amical et familial. Merci Mr Mailhol de faire vivre et revivre ce domaine. Marie-Luce Bonne idée… »

LL.M.

« Bravo pour ce magnifique château qui nous a permis de vivre une belle journée, et même un grand week-end autour de nos jeunes mariés ! Ce… »

FFamille M. et Cie

« Par Stephen : Irish-French marriage. The wedding of Laurence P. § Stephen L. An incredible venue that was left both family § friends at our… »

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« Monsieur Mailhol, merci pour le cadre idyllique de votre château. Nous avons passé des moments inoubliables avec nos invités. La cérémonie… »

LLorraine et Julien

« Vieilles pierres et nature environnante, lieu magique pour célébrer un mariage et réunir toute notre famille. Que de moments de bonheur… »

CCoralie et Adrien

« Que dire qui n’a pas déjà été dit ? Merci pour votre accueil, pour cet endroit magnifique qui nous a permis de partager des moments… »

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CCarine C. (alias Doris) comme 1 poisson dans l’eau !

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« Mariage de Stéphanie et Franck, et baptême de Louise. Lieu magique avec un propriétaire adorable. Résultat: Mariage extraordinaire!! A la… »

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« Très cher Mr Mailhol, Grâce à vous nous avons vécu un vrai conte de fée. Un château magnifique restauré patiemment par les mains d'un… »

FFamille T.

« 11 juin 2015 Mariage de Thibaud et Margo Nous sommes très heureux d’avoir pu célébrer notre union dans ce lieu magique, chaleureux et… »

MMargo et Thibaud G.

« Cet endroit magique nous a permis d'avoir le plus merveilleux des mariages qui soit. Pour notre mariage médiéval, le cadre était parfait.… »

PPierre-Jean J.

« Cher M. Jean-François Mailhol, On a senti l'esprit de cet endroit, une œuvre d’art, l'essence d'une vie, de plusieurs vies, qui l'ont… »

JJürgen D.

« Merci Mr Mailhol pour nous avoir permis de fêter notre mariage dans ces lieux chargés d’histoire que vous avez su si bien nous faire aimer… »

FFamille P.

« Dimanche 10/08/2014 Notre séjour s’achève et tant d’émotions et de regrets se mêlent. L’émotion d’un lieu magique où nous nous sommes… »

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« Jeudi 31 juillet 2014 Cher Jean-François, Merci mille fois pour ce lieu magique, pour la restauration faite avec tant de goût. Nous… »

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« Un lieu si ancien qui défie le temps ne peut que favoriser un mariage pour toujours ! Bravo pour le sauvetage de notre patrimoine qui donne… »

CChantal A. (Maman de la mariée)

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LLa maman de la mariée Christelle

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CChris M. (australienne)

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Reception

Lounges and Reception Rooms

The Château de Roussillon offers elegant venues steeped in history, perfectly suited for hosting a wedding, birthday, or any other family event.

The banquet hall known as the “Louis XIII Hall”

Formerly known as the “Madame’s Room,” this 110-square-meter space is located in the heart of the large southwest wing of the main building and can accommodate up to 120 guests for a seated dinner in a setting that is both historic and refined.
It opens onto the second inner courtyard, which has been transformed into a hanging garden—the perfect setting for a reception or a social gathering outdoors.

Mmagnificent 80 m² vaulted cellar

Located on a lower level, it can accommodate up to 120 guests in a cocktail-style setup. With its warm and intimate atmosphere, it’s perfect for both a non-religious ceremony and a dance party to keep the festivities going.

In total, there are 475 m² of indoor space available, allowing you to host a reception for up to 120 people and accommodate 22 guests on-site in the castle’s guest rooms.

Salle de banquet « Louis XIII »Salle de banquet « Louis XIII »
110 m² · 120 seated guests

Salle de banquet « Louis XIII »

Formerly “Madame’s Bedroom,” it opens onto the hanging garden.

Cave voûtéeCave voûtée
80 m² · 120 people (cocktail reception)

Cave voûtée

An intimate setting, a non-religious ceremony, or a dance party.


Housing

The Rooms

The Château de Roussillon can accommodate up to 22 people in authentic spaces arranged around two inner courtyards, protected by the moat. Each unit, thoughtfully designed within the estate’s various towers, offers a unique experience that combines modern comfort with historic character.

The Barbacane Tower (90 m² – 6 people)

Located at the entrance to the estate, this four-story tower features a living room, two mezzanine bedrooms, a kitchen, and a bathroom. It offers a breathtaking view of the first inner courtyard.

La Tour de la Chapelle (45 m² – 6 people)

This spacious vaulted room opens onto the second courtyard and accommodates up to 6 people. It features its own bathroom with a toilet and offers an intimate atmosphere, making it ideal for a stay as a couple or with the family.

La Chambre de Monsieur (70 m² studio – sleeps 2 to 4)

Spacious and bright, this studio features a living room, a shower room with a toilet, and an open-concept kitchen. Perfect for a small family or a group of friends looking for comfort.

La Tour des Ecuries (70 m² over 3 levels – sleeps 5)

Also known as “The Library,” this tower features two bedrooms, a small bathroom, and a kitchen. It opens directly onto the large reception hall, making it a particularly convenient place to stay for wedding guests or event organizers.

These accommodations offer your guests the privilege of staying right inside the castle, in a private historic setting—perfect for extending the magic of your wedding, family weekend, or gathering with friends.

La Tour de la Barbacane (90 m²)La Tour de la Barbacane (90 m²)La Tour de la Barbacane (90 m²)La Tour de la Barbacane (90 m²)
Barbacane Tower
La Tour de la Barbacane (90 m²)
4 beds · 6 people

Living room, two bedrooms on the mezzanine, kitchen

Bathroom: Bathroom
La Tour de la Chapelle (45 m²)La Tour de la Chapelle (45 m²)
Chapelle Tower
La Tour de la Chapelle (45 m²)
4 beds · 6 people

Large vaulted room

Bathroom: Bathroom with toilet
La Chambre de Monsieur (studio 70 m²)La Chambre de Monsieur (studio 70 m²)
Studio
La Chambre de Monsieur (studio 70 m²)
2 beds · 4 people

Living room, open-concept kitchen

Bathroom: Shower room with toilet
La Tour des Écuries (70 m²)La Tour des Écuries (70 m²)
Stables Tower (Library)
La Tour des Écuries (70 m²)
3 beds · 5 people

Two bedrooms, kitchen

Bathroom: Small bathroom



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Our Rates

The property is always rented in its entirety to a single family.

You have access to the accommodations in the towers for 22 people, the main house, the large reception hall, the vaulted cellar, and the two courtyards.

The rental price includes all taxes and covers accommodations for 21 people, as well as heating, water, and electricity costs, garden maintenance, and regular cleaning of the castle.

Housekeeping during your stay is available upon request. Sheets and towels are provided. The beds will be made upon your arrival.

Tables and chairs for the reception are provided.

Meals and breakfasts are also available and served upon request.

Security deposit required: 1,000 euros

During peak season, it is also possible to rent the castle from Monday at noon through Thursday. Contact us for more information.

SeasonStayWith receptionWithout reception
Low seasonNovember through April
Minimum 3 days / 2 nights (starting at)3 200 €
High seasonMay through October
4-day, 3-night weekend (Thursday at noon through Monday at noon)5 700 €
Week: 7 days / 7 nights (Saturday through Saturday)9 400 €

Heritage

The History of the Castle

13th century

Built between the 13th and 15th centuries, Roussillon featured eight towers, three main wings, a chapel, and a cloister. It served as both a fortress and a pleasure palace. The current fortress was likely built on top of older ruins dating back to the 8th century: Roussillon is believed to have been a stronghold of Duke de Waïffre, Duke of Aquitaine, during the war that pitted him against Pepin the Short.

In the 13th century, this medieval castle belonged to the Roussillon family, from whom it takes its name. Roussillon—sometimes spelled Roussilhe in old documents—can also mean “burnt land,” which likely refers to the arid soil of this region of the Causses.

In the 14th century, the Second Hundred Years’ War pitted the French against the English. Raymond d’Antéjac, Lord of Roussillon, recognized the English king’s claim to the French crown and opened his castle to the English in 1355.

In the 16th century, Roussillon became a stronghold of Protestantism, as the lords who ruled it had embraced the cause of the Reformers during the Wars of Religion that marked that century.

In 1632, Jean III de Gontaud-d’Oriolle hosted King Louis XIII, who, on his return from Toulouse, stopped in Roussillon for lunch in what is now the grand reception hall, known as the Chambre de Madame.

In 1728, Antoine-François de Gontaud-Cabrerets—who, in addition to Roussillon, owned the Château de Cabrerets, where he preferred to live—leased out the manor. Madame’s Chamber was divided into three rooms by partitions to serve as housing for the tenant farmers. Abandoned by the lords, Roussillon had lost its former splendor.
Although the castle itself lay in ruins, the surrounding lands remained a source of wealth. The hillock overlooked by the old fortress was covered with vineyards. A document from 1766 tells us that “table wine and red wine for export” are harvested there and “that care must be taken, for the wine of Roussillon is of a much higher quality than that of Cabrerets.”

During the Revolution, since Roussillon no longer represented a symbol of power, it was not subjected to popular wrath. But its decline worsened in the early 19th century when the heirs of Marshal de Gontaud-Biron sold it to the estate manager, who systematically dismantled it to sell the stones, which were used to build houses in the surrounding villages.

In 1958, the Mailhol family purchased Roussillon and began restoring it. At that time, the château was buried under rubble up to the first-floor level and, in some places, even up to the second floor. Its architecture was barely discernible. Extensive work was carried out to renovate three towers, two main wings, and the Madame’s Chamber, which has been restored to its former splendor. Jean-François Mailhol worked tirelessly to breathe new life into the château by opening it for private events such as weddings and parties, thereby offering many guests the opportunity to discover the beauty and unique atmosphere of Roussillon.

It was in this setting that Charlie and Julien Peignart discovered the property and were married there in 2019, captivated by its charm. Two years later, in 2021, Jean-François shared with them his desire to pass on the estate. In January 2023, Charlie, Julien, and their son Marcel turned a new page by leaving Paris to settle at the château, determined to continue the story and carry on the Mailhol family legacy.


In the surrounding area

Things to Do in the Area

Just over an hour from Toulouse, the Château de Roussillon is located in the heart of southwestern France, in the town of Saint-Pierre-Lafeuille, 5 minutes from Cahors—a city with a prosperous past, as evidenced by the famous Pont Valentré, a fortified bridge with three towers, designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site as part of the Routes of Santiago de Compostela.

Discover theLot Valley, whose river is flanked by high cliffs on which the village of Saint-Cirq-Lapopie is perched. Admire the vineyards of the Lot region and the Château de Rocamadour.
To the north, the Dordogne Valley boasts its majestic castles—Castelnau-Bretenoux and Montal—and its exceptional villages, such as Carennac. The limestone plateaus, or “causses,” its moorlands and forests of small oaks, dotted with dry-stone structures, are part of the Causses du Quercy Regional Nature Park. The Lot department has four of these, including the Gramat Causse, famous for its iconic sites, Rocamadour and the Padirac Chasm.


Getting There

Location & Practical Information

The Château de Roussillon is located about 10 kilometers north of Cahors and 1 kilometer east of Saint-Pierre Lafeuille.

The property consists of three towers and a large main building.

Amenities and Comfort:

  • 3 fully equipped kitchens: oven, microwave, refrigerator, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine
  • Television, stereo system, Internet access.
  • Heating in every room
  • Recreation: table tennis, foosball, board games, children’s games, pétanque, library
  • For babies: 1 crib, high chair, changing pad
  • For the reception: 10 round tables, 150 cm in diameter; 9 rectangular tables; 100 chairs
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    Château de Roussillon1 hour and 10 minutes north of Toulouse, 5 minutes from Cahors in the Lot department · 22 beds · 120 guests
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