Chateau de la Resle
Contemporary art-collector's manor. Classic French château architecture colliding with bold Dutch modernism. Intimate, quiet, and genuinely lived-in rather than staged.
Book direct on the official website for best rate guarantee plus a complimentary bottle of regional Burgundy wine
Why It Matters
Holds a Michelin Key (renewed), member of Design Hotels, and bookable via Marriott Bonvoy. The art and design collection has been assembled since 2005 from auction houses, galleries, and emerging design studios. Each of the 10 rooms is unique and named after a local Burgundy wine appellation. Less than 2 hours from Paris.
Château de la Resle is a 17th-century French manor in northern Burgundy that doubles as a working contemporary art and design collection. Outside it looks exactly like you'd expect — white shutters, climbing ivy, manicured gardens — but step inside and it's something else entirely: bespoke Dutch design pieces, gallery-quality art, and suites furnished with Patricia Urquiola bathtubs and Jeroen Wand wardrobes. Just 10 rooms, no night porter, and a team that actually hands you the keys. Think private home, not hotel.
Where You'll Stay
6 room types available
Room Chablis
The smallest and coziest room in the main château building, redesigned with Dutch designer Jeroen Wand. A bespoke headboard runs all the way to the ceiling, and original art pieces from the owners' collection dot the walls. Classic French detail — the sink sits in the room, not the bathroom. King bed, garden views, Marshall speaker, Nespresso.
King · 30 sqm
Room Irancy
A 35 sqm room on the first floor of one of the château's wings, looking out over the private gardens and orangery. French antiques mixed with contemporary art make it feel like a particularly well-appointed guest bedroom in someone's country house. Ideal for light sleepers — it's dead quiet. Two rooms of this type are available.
King · 35 sqmSuite Fontenay
The flagship suite and the one most guests fight over. 75 sqm over two floors in the converted farmhouse, connected by a one-of-a-kind spiral staircase hand-made in Venice. The open bathroom upstairs is the show-stopper: bathtub, rain shower, and double washbasin all designed by Patricia Urquiola for Italian brand Agape. Pool views. Contemporary art throughout.
King or Twin · 75 sqmSuite Montigny
The top-floor loft in the attic of the château, with five-meter-high original wooden beams and a striking open-plan layout. Jeroen Wand built the tailor-made wardrobe; the sofa is by Italian designer Paola Navone; 3D marble tiles contrast with powder-white walls. Quiet, spacious, and genuinely impressive for a 55 sqm space.
King · 55 sqmSuite Saint Bris
Named after the local white wine appellation and tucked right under the château's slate roof. Extraordinary views in all directions. A fully equipped kitchen makes it work as a semi-independent apartment. The living room comes with a Marshall speaker and sofa; the bathroom has a rain shower, double washbasin, and bidet.
King · 65 sqmSuite Vézelay
These two-floor suites sit in the old farmhouse with direct access to the pool. Designed by Jeroen Wand as an artist's studio, they feature studio windows, a cooking island, and materials like steel, oak, concrete, and porcelain tiles. The staircase is open oak; the bathroom has 3D tiles and a large rain shower. Perfect if you want to feel self-contained.
King · 49 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
4 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
A curated package combining château accommodation with guided visits to galleries, museums, and cultural centers in Burgundy — including the art scene in Puisaye and near Vézelay.
A fully curated wine-focused stay package: accommodation, fine dining, daily vineyard itineraries, guided visits, tastings, and an introduction to wine appreciation. Bespoke and organized to guest preferences.
E-bikes available to rent for self-guided tours of the Chablis vineyards and surrounding countryside. Canal du Nivernais cycling is accessible from the estate.
An 18m x 5m saltwater pool heated to 24°C, open May 1 through October 1. Sun loungers on a wooden deck, surrounded by lawn and gardens. Long enough to actually swim laps.
Trails starting directly from the estate through vineyards, forests, and surrounding villages. Scenery changes with the seasons — particularly good in autumn.
A pétanque court in the château's park. Best with a glass of Chablis in hand.
A partnership with Bourgogne Aventure offering drives through the Burgundy countryside in a classic Morgan sports car. Bookable through the hotel.
The château's collection of contemporary art and design objects — assembled since 2005 from auctions, galleries, and emerging designers — is integrated throughout all public spaces and rooms. Guests are encouraged to explore at their own pace.
Curated Chablis vineyard tours and tastings arranged by the hotel, including top domaines like Raveneau, Vincent Dauvissat, William Fèvre, and Domaine Droin. Also covers Auxerrois wines from Irancy, Saint-Bris, and Chitry. Full logistics organized by the hotel team.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Private and professional event spaces available. The estate can be privatized for corporate meetings and private celebrations.
Complimentary WiFi throughout property.
Air-conditioned gym open 9:00–20:00. Equipment includes exercise bike, cross trainer, rowing machine, kettlebells, weights, and resistance balls.
Self-service bar accessible around the clock. Burgundy wines, craft beers, soft drinks, and juices.
Organic, locally sourced breakfast included in all room rates. Served 08:30–10:30 daily.
Two hectares of landscaped gardens including glasshouses and orchards on the estate.
Available in suites; some rooms have fans rather than A/C.
All rooms include a minibar with Burgundy wines, craft beers, and soft drinks.
Available in all rooms and suites.
Saltwater, heated to 24°C. Open May 1–October 1. Sun loungers on wooden deck.
Electric vehicle charging available on-site, subject to availability.
Free private parking on the estate.
Private access 12:00–18:00 (45-min slots, by reservation). Open access for all guests 18:00–19:00.
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