One group at a time
The château is fully privatized for your group, from the first day to the last.
Private stays for up to 15 overnight guests. Weddings and events for up to 50 people. An estate reserved entirely for your group, near Carcassonne.
Sleeps 15 · Events: up to 50 people
Seven bedrooms, a private pool and time together. Sleeps up to 15.
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An intimate celebration in a private château. Up to 50 people, including the couple.
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Yoga, Pilates, food and wine, or a shared passion: space for your group.
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A private setting to work and stay together, with fibre internet and Starlink.
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A fully private 13th-century château near Carcassonne, surrounded by vineyards, Cathar heritage and the freedom to experience the South of France at your own pace.
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The château has a fibre-optic Internet connection and a complete Starlink system.
Six essential reasons Château de Tournou stands apart: the intimacy of a fully private estate, the soul of a real 13th-century château, and the freedom to shape a luxury stay around your own rhythm.
The château is fully privatized for your group, from the first day to the last.
An intimate format for families, friends or executive groups who want to stay together in one private estate.
Private chefs, wine tastings, massages, yoga and confidential discoveries across Occitanie.
Perfectly placed between Limoux vineyards, Cathar castles and the preserved landscapes of the Aude.
A valley without immediate neighbors, where calm, nature and privacy are part of the luxury.
An authentic 13th-century château shaped by nearly eight centuries of history.
At Château de Tournou, days are not dictated by a schedule, but by the pleasure of being together.
Set in a preserved valley of the Aude, just 30 minutes from Carcassonne, this fully private château welcomes families, groups of friends and high-end retreats in a setting where calm, nature and privacy become true luxury.
Each day follows your own rhythm. The estate becomes the starting point for a different way to experience the South of France: slower, more intimate and deeply personal.
Breakfast is shared on the terrace facing the hills of Occitanie. Some guests slip into the private pool, others simply enjoy the silence and morning light.
Limoux vineyards, the medieval city of Carcassonne, Cathar castles and villages of character become part of a living, local itinerary.
A private chef prepares dinner while a wine tasting, massage or yoga session extends the quiet luxury of the day.
Every stay at Château de Tournou is designed around what you want to experience. Whether you are looking for a private château rental near Carcassonne for a family reunion, birthday celebration, friends' getaway or confidential corporate retreat, our concierge support helps you plan before arrival and throughout your stay.
More than a luxury château rental in Occitanie, Château de Tournou is a place where you finally take time to live. History, gastronomy, wine, heritage, nature and the French art of hosting come together to create memories that stay with you long after you leave.
Design your château experienceFrom the château, Carcassonne, the Cathar Castles, the vineyards of Limoux and the Mediterranean coast become part of a deeply personal South of France itinerary.
Through our local knowledge and trusted partners, we can help arrange experiences that feel personal rather than generic: private chefs, wine tastings, market visits, wellness moments and confidential addresses.
Plan your curated stay
At dusk, the estate falls back into silence. Far from any light pollution, the star-filled sky becomes an experience in itself: rare, soothing and deeply memorable.
Private tastings, meetings with passionate winemakers and discovery of emblematic estates across the Limoux area.
Private chefs at the château, tailor-made dining experiences, lunches among the vines and cooking classes inspired by regional specialities.
Yoga in the gardens or on the terraces, massages, wellness treatments and quiet moments arranged to suit the rhythm of your stay.
Medieval villages of Cathar Country, traditional markets, local producers, preserved landscapes and visits to the region's most celebrated Cathar castles.
Behind every stay at Château de Tournou are Quentin and Dulce: two hosts who prepare each private château experience with care, intuition and a very personal sense of hospitality.
With Dulce's background in wine and luxury concierge services, and Quentin's experience in high-end events and cultural storytelling, your stay becomes more than a beautiful place to sleep. It becomes a curated gateway to Carcassonne, Limoux, Cathar Country and the South of France.
Meet Quentin & Dulce
15 guests across 7 bedrooms, with multiple living spaces both indoors and outdoors.
15 guests across 7 bedrooms, for comfortable group stays.
Multiple indoor living areas to gather, share or find solitude.
No immediate neighbours. Terraces, gardens and spaces in complete privacy.
A medieval tower witness to history, for a timeless experience.
We favour carefully organised events, in order to preserve the spirit of the estate and the guest experience. This approach guarantees a serene setting, clear organisation and a welcome worthy of a rare place.
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The essential answers for international guests planning a private stay or curated retreat near Carcassonne.
Yes. Château de Tournou is rented as an entirely private château near Carcassonne in the South of France, with only one group staying at a time.
Château de Tournou sleeps up to 15 guests across 7 bedrooms, making it suitable for families, friends and private retreats.
Yes. The private pool is reserved exclusively for your group during your stay.
Château de Tournou is located in Castelreng, in the Aude region of Occitanie, about 30 minutes from Carcassonne and close to Limoux.
Yes. A private chef or curated dining experience can be arranged through the château concierge, depending on your dates and preferences.
Yes. Private wine and Crémant de Limoux tastings can be arranged with selected local partners.
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Every enquiry is studied personally. You deal directly with the people who welcome and support projects at Château de Tournou, so we can move forward quickly and clearly.
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Family holidays, strategic decisions or private celebrations: every stay is built around exclusive use, calm and personal hospitality.
