Château du Palanquey
Slow-life boutique guesthouse with an eclectic mix of vintage, art deco and contemporary design. Intimate, adults-only, family-run feel. Equal parts wine country retreat and serious wellness destination.
Book the Suite Vendange for its private roof-top terrace and jacuzzi — the vineyard views at sunset are exceptional
Why It Matters
One of very few adults-only maisons d'hôtes in the Saint-Émilion appellation with a full Esthederm Institut spa (dual pools, sauna, jacuzzi, fitness, massages) included in the room rate. Awarded a Michelin Key in 2024. The house wine is made by the Angelus team.
A stately manor house surrounded by 12 hectares of Saint-Émilion vines — no turrets, no towers, just a beautifully converted family home that owners Mélanie and Laurent Zontone turned into a five-room boutique guesthouse. The philosophy here is 'slow life': vineyard views, a proper Esthederm spa with indoor and outdoor pools, and a table d'hôtes restaurant where the produce comes from their own garden. Awarded a Michelin Key in 2024.
Where You'll Stay
6 room types available
Cépage Bedroom
Luxury double room with vineyard views and a separate WC. Italian shower, double basin, contemporary art and street-art-influenced décor. Same warm palette as the other rooms.
Double/KingGrand Cru Bedroom
Luxury double room in warm shades of brown and orange. View over the château's vineyard and surrounding valleys. Spacious bathroom with large Italian shower and double basin. Design meets tradition in the décor.
Double/KingMillésime Bedroom
Luxury double room with vineyard views. Spacious bathroom with Italian shower and double basin. Brown and orange palette, mixing design with tradition. King-size bed.
KingSuite Château
The biggest of the five rooms at 452 sq/ft. A lounge area opens onto panoramic views of the garden and vineyards. King-size bed, Italian shower plus bathtub, double-basin bathroom, make-up area, and a large walk-in wardrobe. Contemporary styling with vintage touches.
King · 42 sqm
Suite Vendange
Has a 320 sq/ft private roof-top terrace with a jacuzzi, dining area and summer lounge — the most in-demand room in the house. Contemporary style, double soundproofed door, air conditioning, satellite TV, safe.
Suite Vignoble
Ground-floor suite (accessible for reduced mobility) with a large 320 sq/ft private terrace and private jacuzzi. Bathroom with bathtub/shower and double basin. Office space available.
The Property
Eat & Drink
1 venue on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Hands-on cooking workshops covering emblematic recipes of the French southwest. Group sessions by prior arrangement, accessible to all levels. Sweet and savoury options available.
Complimentary mountain bikes and electric VTT available for guests to explore the Saint-Émilion, Pomerol and Castillon vineyards. Hundreds of châteaux — Angélus, Ausone, Pétrus, Cheval Blanc — are accessible on two wheels.
5-star, 18-hole course designed by American architect Tom Doak, set in a valley of century-old oaks surrounded by vineyards. Only 5 minutes from the property. Green fees available as part of the Swing & Spa package.
Organised balloon flight over the Saint-Émilion vineyards. A unique experience for couples or groups. Booked through the hotel.
Themed wellness weekend programmes combining yoga, slow-food cooking and detox activities. Organised throughout the year for groups by prior arrangement.
Individual or group tasting lessons of approximately 2 hours, by prior arrangement. Designed for both novices and connoisseurs — focused on expressing your sensory experience without technical jargon.
The hotel organises personalised vineyard tours with visits and tastings at Saint-Émilion, Pomerol and Castillon châteaux. Laurent can curate a bespoke wine itinerary for guests.
Yoga sessions organised by reservation throughout the year. Also available as part of Yoga, Slow-Food and Detox weekends for groups.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Three adjacent salons totalling 1,200 sq/m: billiard room with fireplace, main lounge with vineyard views, and a games and music room. All open to guests.
Included in room rate. Fresh, locally sourced ingredients.
On-property wine cellar with wines from Saint-Émilion, Castillon and Bordeaux. House wine made by the Angélus team.
Dedicated EV charging station for guests. Palanquey is a Porsche Destination Charging partner.
Guests under 16 cannot be accommodated.
Well-behaved animals are accepted.
Bathed in natural light with a vineyard view. Part of the Esthederm Spa. Open all year.
Panoramic vineyard views. Heated and open in season. Poolside loungers and bar area.
Airport transfers available by arrangement. Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport is 45 minutes away.
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