Château de Pitray, Saint-Seurin-de-Prats, France

The Château de Pitray (built in the 17th century) is in the village of Saint-Seurin-de-Prats. The name comes from Pic du Roy, or king’s peak, since the house was built on an ancient tumulus also known as Mothe de Prats, signifying that it was on land a little higher than the plain.

It belonged to the Puch family before being acquired by Gabriel de Ségur, seigneur of Pitray. From there it passed on to Pierre de Ségur, son of Thomas, co-seigneur of Pitray, and to his daughter Henriette, married to Alexandre de Puch in 1715, whose descendants remained in possession of the property until 1900. Pierre de Ségur, chevalier of Pitray and a lieutenant in the Koenigsmark Cavalry Regiment, distinguished himself during the dragonnades, or persecutions directed against Protestants during the reign of Louis XIV.

Originally the main part of the house consisted of two wings of equal size in the shape of perpendicular rectangles, delimiting the courtyard opening out onto the Dordogne River. Pitray became the property of Doctor Samuel Amanieux at the end of the 19th century and in 1905, a Bordeaux architect joined the two wings by a massive flat-roofed building and an Italianate terrace lined with pilasters.

Over the last 25 years, the Château de Pitray has become a venue appreciated for organizing business meetings and all types of seminars, conferences, and especially concerts.

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Darian Kock (3 months ago)
We hosted our international wedding here in addition to staying with our families for three nights. My now husband and I knew from the moment we saw the first picture that this was where we wanted to get married and when we saw it in person the day before the wedding we were even more amazed. It is a literal castle and the most stunning location for any event but especially a wedding! My family is already planning on coming back for future birthdays and anniversaries! The owner and the staff at the chateau were phenomenal as well and I'm so sad our stay is over but will definitely return one day!

Ashod Martirossian (4 months ago)
Google maps brands you to the road at the back of the Chateau. If you pay attention to the signs, you will not miss it.

Kelsey Hazegh (3 years ago)
This was one of the most incredible stays I have ever experienced and even better than I anticipated! This chateau was beautiful and full of history. The grounds were gorgeous and we spent much of our time sitting on the terrace overlooking the pool, meadow, and forest while enjoying some Pitray wine - it couldn't have been more perfect or relaxing. Jean, the owner, also gave us a tour of his winery, which was very interesting and informative. He was incredibly accommodating and kind. Breakfast each morning was a feast - more than we could have ever thought of finishing and all of it delicious! Staying here was simply a wonderful experience. This place is a gem.

Dottie Mallon (3 years ago)
This Château was better than expected and the host Anne and Jean Christophe could not be more hospitable. Their lovely home is the perfect place to immerse yourself in the Loire Valley. At the end of the day after touring the castles relaxing at Pintray was the highlight of our day. The enormous bedrooms were decorated in the classic French country style with gorgeous antiques and the flower gardens around the house were beautiful. It was close enough to town that we did not mind driving into Amboise for dinner each night.

Mac C (3 years ago)
Great rooms, great hosts, and very good location for jumping around to the different vineyards. Stayed July 2020.

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