The Chateau & Estate Available To Rent

The facade of Chateau de Courtomer viewed from the 50 acre park

A light filled entrance hall opens onto the sweeping lawns at a French chateau available for rent near Paris, perfect for weddings.

A bride and groom cutting their wedding cake in a picturesque French chateau near Paris on their wedding day.

A sumptious, intimate, pastel wedding tablescape at Chateau de Courtomer, the perfect venue for a wedding or family event.

An ornate side table with a pastel, intricate floral decoration in the hallway of Chateau de Courtomer.

A luxurious but relaxed living room with ornate silk curtains and a grand piano at Chateau de Courtomer, near Paris.

A closeup of a marble fireplace and antique clock in the sitting room of Chateau de Courtomer.

The library with a fireplace, perfect for relaxing and reading in a French castle near Paris.

The cozy library with with a leather Chesterfield, coffee table and the grand fireplace.

A room with two antique chairs and a cozy fireplace in a chateau near Paris available for rent.

A woman on the staircase with lots of green plants decorating the railings at Chateau de Courtomer, a chateau in France.

An elegant room with a four poster bed decorated with white and red bedding available for rent at the chateau.

A light and airey bedroom with a double bed and a lounge chair with great views available to rent in a French chateau.

A bedroom with ornate wallpaper and a luxurious bed available to rent.

A pool table and fireplace in the games room of Chateau de Courtomer, a chateau near paris.

The drive leading through the park towards the bridge over the moat, framed by large established trees on a sunny day at Chateau de Courtomer.

A view of the moat and pasture at the rear of Chateau de Courtomer, a wedding venue near Paris, on a blue sky cloudy day.

The Chateau park under an azure blue sky, perfect for a buccolic wedding near Paris.

The romantic facade of Chateau de Courtomer viewed through the trees over the moat and bridge.

A moat winds through a grassy area with trees lining its banks on the grounds of Chateau de Courtomer.

A bride and groom strolling through the enchanting woods near a chateau in France.

The Orangerie on the Courtomer estate, opening onto extensive lawns, available for rent in Normandy.

The Orangerie from the outside, an event space with French doors decorated with a canopy saying 'best day ever'.

The Orangerie from the outside, an event space with French doors that opens onto a lush green lawn with established trees.

A woman giving a demonstration in front of a group of people at at the chateau, during the Ponderosa and Thyme workshop.

The Orangerie full of flowers organised around the fireplace, ready for a floral workshop.

Inside the Orangerie, a large room with french doors and a cozy fireplace for rent in a French chateau.

A woman is standing in a room full of flowers during a floral workshop at Chateau de Courtomer.

A wedding table adorned with blue and cream flowers in the Orangerie at a chateau near Paris.

The facade of the Orangerie, the party space on the Chateau de Courtomer estate.

Elizabeth has a discussion with a farmer in front of a herd of Limousine cows on the ground of Chateau de Courtomer in France.

A hallway with a coat rack and a wooden staircase inside the farmouse, a large french cottage available to hire at the chateau.

A ground floor ensuite bedroom with wooden beams and fireplace, part of a farmhouse available for rent near Paris.

A living room with a stone fireplace and wooden beams in the farmhouse, perfect for a cozy ambiance during a holiday in france.

A living room with a fireplace and chairs in the Farmhouse, a cosy french cottage available for rent at Chateau de Courtomer.

A bedroom with wooden beams and tiled floors available for rent in a French chateau near Paris.

A twin bedded country bedroom with wooden beams available to rent in the farmhouse.

The honey coloured, stone facade of Chateau de Courtomer surounded by sweeping lawns and woodlands.

A deer walking through the lush forest in the park of Chateau de Courtomer in Normandy, France.

“Courtomer has my heart. Such an incredible place to celebrate love and family. ”

— Guest, May 2023

Dear visitor,

One clear and sunny day in 2005, I became the newest châtelaine in Normandy. I signed the papers “chez le notaire” and walked away the owner of Chateau de Courtomer. We are only the third family to own this 11th century château. The Counts and Marquis of Courtomer lived here from 1049 until 1905, when it was purchased by the Comtesse Ruinart de Pelet, herself the daughter of a local Norman family. I began my life and renovations at Courtomer knowing little of French history and even less of design, antiques and construction. The chateau has taught me much. Most important, the lives of our family and my own life have been enriched by the experience of living in France, by the beauty of the French countryside, and by the unfolding stories of the Chateau. I hope that you, too, will find much to inspire, comfort and delight at Chateau de Courtomer.

Welcome to our site…

The west wing of Chateau de Courtomer viewed through the Sycamore trees. To rent for weddings, retreats and other events.

A bride and groom at twilight in front of Chateau de Courtomer near Paris .

The rose covered Orangerie with large french windows opening on to the lawn, perfect for a parties, seminars or workshops.

First, a little history.

The Chateau de Courtomer that you will enjoy was built on the site of the family’s 11th century medieval château. The present grand design was under construction by 1789. It was inspired by Louis the Sun King’s Palace of Versailles. And work came to a halt on the eve of the French revolution…before being completed a few years afterwards.

Descendants of the first “seigneurs,” or noble lords, were born and married, lived and died at Courtomer until 1905. The property was then sold to distant relatives, connections of the famous Champagne house, Ruinart.

The current 18th century Château and those parts of the stud farm that were embellished in the 19th century are the newest elements of the estate. But many features of the ancient construction still remain. The foundation of the Chateau re-uses the vaults and arches of the medieval castle. Moats still surround the Chateau on three sides. The 17th century Protestant temple is a rare witness to early religious tolerance before the Revocation of the Edict of Nantes. There is an egg-shaped 18th century ice-house. An Orangerie for wintering over precious lemon trees and tropical plants. The “lavoire,” where laundry was washed by hand, still holds clear spring water under its slate roof. And the many outbuildings of the farm and “basse-cour,” the farmyard, have survived and evolved since time immemorial.

An aerial view of Chateau de Courtomer and the beautiful French countryside surrounding it.

The estate covers 360 acres of park, woodland and farmland. Though still extensive, it is much reduced from its former 1,000 acre expanse of 1789. But, as far as the eye can see, fields and forests protect the seclusion and privacy of the estate.

The work of restoration and renovation begun in 2005 continues today.

Each winter, we concentrate on the park. New trees replace fallen specimens, fill out original allées, and provide groupings for interest during the changing seasons. In the farmyard, a new orchard provides heritage apples of Normandy for cider and the table. Renewed borders blossom at the foot of the old espaliered pears in the walled garden. We’ve replaced the roses along the moat, and have planted waterlilies – inspired by Monet, of course! - in the canal.

The renovation of the four-bedroom Farmhouse is now complete. It brings contemporary style and comfort, including a Smeg professional range for your cooking pleasure, to this mellow old building. The renovation of the “petite maison du haras,” the little house in the stables, is underway. It will be a get-away for two.

Our herd of pedigree Limousine cows graze the pastures that surround the Chateau and its farm. Wheat, barley, oats and rapeseed grow in the fields.

Heather and Béatrice, the bilingual duo that helps me manage the Chateau, can answer almost any questions related to your stay. It will be their pleasure to provide suggestions and, if you wish to avail yourself of our Concierge Service, to arrange transportation, house-keeping, groceries, a chef, restaurants, things to see and do around the area, guides and private cars, or any other help you need.

Chateau de Courtomer will be, we hope, your choice of venue for a family party or holiday, business event, photo-shoot or wedding.

Please contact us if you require any further information or assistance in arranging your stay.

We look forward to welcoming you and your guests to this peaceful area of Normandy…where nature and the seasons, as well as old stones and a historic family home, mark the passage of time.

À bientôt

Elisabeth

P.S. If you would enjoy following my story from Chateau de Courtomer, Letters from Elisabeth, please sign up or check in on Facebook or Instagram.

Now a bird’s eye view.

While staying with us, you and your guests will be able to enjoy the following amenities:

The park, hectares for you to explore with picnic spots galore and historical features to discover!

Hi Speed Wifi throughout the property
The formal dining room lit by chandeliers and overlooking the moat
The “grand salon,” with a beautiful restored Pleyel grand piano, the library brimming with books dating back to previous owners, and warmed by an open fire on chilly evenings
The Oxford Club room with large-screen tv and cozy seating for games and relaxing after dinner
In the converted cellar a billiard and ping pong table
A well equipped kitchen to please the most discerning chef and guest laundry facilities
Elegant outdoor seating for entertaining, relaxation and dining with a barbecue and fire-pit
A range of outdoor games - croquet, corn-hole, badminton, boules…
Bicycles to take you through country lanes and up to the village

A view of the moat surrounding Chateau de Courtomer, one of the many remaining features of a medieval French castle.

A table set up in front of a large French chateau.

A hallway with pink chairs and a chandelier at a Chateau available to rent, near Paris.

A view down the enfilade shows the living room with a polished wooden floor, large windows, pretty curtains and a painting.

A living room with an antique bureau piano and occasional chairs, with grand windows and drapes in a wedding chateau near Paris.

A view from the library down the enfilade Inside Chateau de Courtomer, showing the warm wood floors and window dressings.

The Fumoir, with white walls and an intricate wooden floor, perfect for relaxing during family gatherings.

A woman carrying a tray of drinks at the bottom of a winding staircase in a Courtomer, a chateau near Paris.

A room with a fireplace and a desk available for rent in a chateau near Paris.

A bedroom with blue curtains and antique chair in front of a window, perfect for those looking to rent a chateau in France.

A room in a chateau with a large window overlooking a field with cows in the French countryside available to rent.

For more information and prices download our brochure.

“The grounds are wonderful to stroll enjoy the beauty and talk about how wonderful our friendship keeps each of us together and healthy! Thank you for making our trip a lifetime memory.”

— Arlene, October 2022

A living room with a fireplace and chairs in the Farmhouse, a large french cottage available to hire for holidays in Normandy.

A garden table with a bottle of wine ready for alfresco aperatifs at a cosy farmhouse on the Courtomer Estate.

The Farmhouse

A five minute stroll through Courtomer’s park, brings you to our newly renovated Farmhouse. A warm and welcoming home, beautifully furnished with antique flourishes, it provides the perfect setting for a more relaxed and casual experience with all the comforts of the Chateau.

It accommodates nine guests in four bedrooms, each with en-suite bathroom. Available to book with the Chateau or separately.

The Farmhouse offers comfortable accommodation and facilities as follows…central heating and open log fire, High Speed Wifi, one double bedroom on the ground floor, two twin rooms and a triple on the second floor, a fully-equipped kitchen, barbecue and patio furniture and a laundry room.

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“The Farmhouse is simply delightful. Perfect for a family vacation, and for discovering the Basse-Normandy region. (...) The children played in the courtyard and enjoyed walks through the property. In the region, we enjoyed visiting Saint Céneri, and Soligny!”

— Myriam, 2019

Outside the Orangerie viewed from the walled garden, available to rent for weddings or functions near Paris.

A room filled with pots of flowers and a fireplace created during the Ponderosa and Thyme workshop, a workshop at a French chateau.

A room filled with flowers around a cozy fireplace, created during the Ponderosa and Thyme workshop, an event at the chateau.

A woman is standing in front of a room of people giving a demonstration about flowers at a Chateau de Courtomer, near Paris.

A lemon tree with fruits on it decorates the Orangerie in winter, a large event space available to rent for a French chateau wedding.

A room with large french windows decorated with potted plants, available to rent in a chateau near Paris for a special event.

The Orangerie from the outside covered with climbing roses perfect for barbeques and al fresco dining available for rent in France.

A table adorned with blue and white flowers at a chateau near Paris for a wedding.

The Orangerie

A short walk from the Chateau and Farmhouse, the Orangerie looks out onto a walled garden. French doors open onto the gravel terrace and the lawn beyond. The Orangerie is an ideal space for hosting dinners, cocktails, dancing and seminars.

The Orangerie offers the following facilities… Formal dining space for 64 guests, open log fire, projector, screen and podium, Hi Speed Wifi, Work tables and chairs are available for conferences.

The entertaining areas inside the Chateau, the Orangerie and the extensive grounds offer endless possibilities. Contact us to discuss your holiday or event at Chateau de Courtomer. More detailed pricing and policies can be viewed here.