Guest Rooms at the Demi Château

The guest rooms at the Demi Château are part of a private home in the Charente, in the quiet southwest of France. They’re not hotel suites or rental properties — just carefully restored spaces, opened now and then for something more meaningful.

If you’re joining a retreat, a creative weekend, or one of the boutique getaways, these are the rooms that hold your rest. Soft light, stone walls, and views of the garden and lake — it’s quiet here, and intentionally so.

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Chambre Bleue

Small, soft, with antique charm

This is the smallest room in the house, with a vintage French bed that hugs you in just right. I’ve been thinking of turning it into my writing room someday — it has that kind of energy.
It has a private en-suite bathroom with a toilet, shower, and a small washbasin. The bathroom is compact but has everything you need. There’s also a garden view, a simple chair, and plenty of natural daylight filtering in from above.

Details:
– 1 small double bed (French antique)
– Private en-suite bathroom
– Garden-facing window
– Located on the second floor (stairs access only)

Chambre Verte

Calm light, twin beds, and a luxurious shower

With two antique single beds that can be placed together, this room works well for friends or retreat pairings. It’s simple, but airy and bright. The en-suite bathroom is small but includes a spacious 1.10m walk-in shower. Natural daylight comes in through the translucent roof light.

Details:
– 2 single beds (can be arranged as one)
– Private en-suite bathroom
– Large walk-in shower
– Garden view
– One armchair for reading
– Second floor (stairs access only)

Chambre Rose

The largest guest room with a king bed and space to breathe

This room holds more — more light, more air, more space. It has a large 180cm bed and two upholstered chairs perfect for early morning reading or a quiet nap. The en-suite bathroom is spacious, just off the room entrance, with a walk-in shower and toilet. One caveat: the beams are low in places, and you’ll want to mind your head. But if you like rooms with character, it won’t bother you.

Details:
– 1 king-size bed (180cm)
– Private en-suite bathroom with spacious shower
– Two armchairs and seating area
– South-facing garden view
– Low beams (watch your head)
– Second floor

Shared Guest Space

Just outside the rooms is a shared landing — a quiet upstairs corridor that’s become a cozy in-between space. There’s a small sofa, a few chairs, and a sideboard with tea, coffee, and water available throughout the day. It’s not meant for socializing in large groups, but rather for soft moments — a place to write, sip, read, or breathe.

The salon and kitchen downstairs are open for meals — usually breakfast and dinner — or when the weather keeps us indoors. Outside of that, they’re part of the private space of the house.

“This is a house with boundaries. But also warmth. If you’re here during a retreat or a hosted weekend, you’re not just visiting — you’re part of a slower rhythm, for a little while.”

Sidenotes:

  • All guest rooms are located on the second floor and accessible by stairs only.
  • All rooms have been renovated with new parquet flooring and private en-suite bathrooms.
  • The house is not suitable for short-term or overnight bookings.
  • Retreats are booked separately and only a few times per year.