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Saint-Pierre Priory, La Réole
approx. 2.5 km
A former Benedictine priory on the banks of the Garonne, whose present buildings date from the 18th century. It houses the town hall and the library and has been a listed historic monument since 1925.
Château near La Réole: a night among the vineyards of Gironde
"In the Heart of Vineyards" is the title of an Expedia listing for a château near La Réole, in the Gironde: a whole property with 8 bathrooms, a fitted kitchen, a garden and a fenced outdoor pool. La Réole, a town of art and history on the Garonne, is about 2.5 km away, with Gironde vineyards all around. The listing does not give the château's historic name; it describes a holiday home let as a whole.
At a glance
- Location
- Near La Réole, Gironde (Nouvelle-Aquitaine), about 2.5 km from the historic centre; Bordeaux is 62 km from the town
- Accommodation
- Château presented by Expedia as a holiday home let as a whole, with a fitted kitchen with island and 8 bathrooms; professional host
- Highlights
- Fenced private outdoor pool, garden, barbecue, sun loungers, games room, free Wi-Fi in the rooms, on-site parking
- Guest rating
- 9.8/10 from 17 reviews on Expedia (as of 14 Oct 2026)
- Check-in & check-out
- Check-in from 4 pm · check-out at 11 am
- Good to know
- No pets · non-smoking · parties allowed for up to 17 people · balconies and terraces not always suitable for children
Staying in the "In the Heart of Vineyards" château near La Réole
According to the Expedia listing, this château is let as a whole for holidays in the Gironde. The listing highlights a fenced private outdoor pool, a garden with barbecue, sun loungers and outdoor furniture, and a games room. The building has a symmetrical façade with many windows and a central flight of steps; inside there is herringbone parquet, a sitting room with bookshelves, a dining room with a chequerboard floor and a crystal chandelier, and bedrooms with fireplaces.
On the equipment side, the listing mentions a full kitchen with island (dishwasher, hob, oven, microwave, blender, kettle), a separate dining area, a washing machine and tumble dryer, central heating and free Wi-Fi in all rooms. The 8 bathrooms include baths and showers, with hairdryers and towels provided.
The listing does not give the château's historic name, so this guide refers to it by the title of the listing, "In the Heart of Vineyards". It should not be confused with the Château des Quat'Sos, the medieval fortress overlooking the town of La Réole.
Photos of Au cœur des vignes, château à La Réole
La Réole: the history of the town next to the château
- 777 – By tradition, Charlemagne founded a Benedictine convent in the village of Aliard; it was destroyed by the Normans in 848.
- 977 – The monastery is restored by Gombaud, Bishop of Bazas, and takes the Latin name "Regula", from which La Réole gets its name.
- 12th century – The church of Saint-Pierre, built against the priory, and the first castle date from this time.
- 1224 – Louis VIII allows the townspeople to build a fortress; it is completed by Henry III of England, then Duke of Aquitaine.
- 1324 – The siege of the castle, told in "The Accursed Kings", ends in a quick surrender as the grape harvest approaches.
- 1337–1453 – The town is fiercely contested during the Hundred Years' War and returns to the kings of France after the Battle of Castillon.
- 18th century – The present priory buildings are built; they now house the town hall.
- 1925 – The priory is listed as a historic monument.
- 1934–1935 – The Rouergue suspension bridge (170 m span) is built and opened on 21 March 1935.
Wikipedia has no article on the "In the Heart of Vineyards" château, so the building's history is not detailed here; the landmarks above concern the town of La Réole, 2.5 km away. The town holds the Ville d'Art et d'Histoire label.
Set on a limestone spur about twenty metres above the Garonne, La Réole is a fortified town built around its priory. According to the Spanish Wikipedia article, it is a stage on the Way of St James along the Via Lemovicensis.
Facilities and services at the "In the Heart of Vineyards" château
The details below come from the Expedia listing (as of 14 Oct 2026).
Kitchen & dining
- Fitted kitchen with island
- Dishwasher, hob, oven and microwave
- Blender, kettle and coffee/tea kettle
- Crockery, pots and cutlery
- Separate dining area and dining table
- Barbecue
Rooms & bathrooms
- Free Wi-Fi in all rooms
- Bed linen and towels provided
- 8 bathrooms (baths and showers)
- Hairdryer
- Television
- Central heating
Outdoors & leisure
- Fenced private outdoor pool
- Garden with outdoor furniture
- Sun loungers
- Games room
- On-site parking
Services & accessibility
- Laundry, washing machine and tumble dryer
- Housekeeping with limited availability
- Listed as wheelchair accessible
- Non-smoking property
Where the "In the Heart of Vineyards" château is: La Réole, on the Garonne
La Réole is a town in the Gironde, on the Garonne, 62 km south-east of Bordeaux and 19 km east of Langon. The Lot-et-Garonne border is about 6 km to the east, and Marmande about twenty kilometres away. According to Expedia, La Réole station is 5 minutes away by car, Bergerac-Dordogne-Périgord airport 73 minutes, and several restaurants between 4 and 13 minutes.
Among nearby points of interest the listing mentions the Maison des Gens de Garonne, the Château de Duras, the Roger Lapébie cycle track, and canoeing, mountain biking, hiking and cycling in the surroundings.
The vineyards of the Entre-deux-Mers and the Sauternais surround the town; Saint-Émilion and Libourne are about forty kilometres away, Bazas about twenty. A car is the most practical way to get around.
Distances (as the crow flies from the "In the Heart of Vineyards" château)
| La Réole railway station | approx. 1.5 km |
| Pont du Rouergue (over the Garonne) | approx. 2 km |
| La Réole (historic centre and priory) | approx. 2.5 km |
| Château des Quat'Sos | approx. 2.5 km |
| Meilhan-sur-Garonne | approx. 7 km |
| Antonine monastery at Pondaurat | approx. 7.5 km |
| Langon | approx. 17 km |
| Duras | approx. 19 km |
| Bazas | approx. 23 km |
| Saint-Émilion | approx. 37 km |
Distances are calculated as the crow flies from the listing's coordinates; driving times come from the Expedia listing.
Things to see around the "In the Heart of Vineyards" château
Château des Quat'Sos
approx. 2.5 km
A 13th-century fortress begun in 1224 on a promontory above the Garonne. Its Gascon name refers to its four identical corner towers, the "four sisters".
Antonine monastery at Pondaurat
approx. 7.5 km
A fortified commandery founded in the late 13th century by the Antonines on the Limousin route of the Way of St James. The monastery, listed in 1990, is now a wine estate.
Duras and its château
approx. 19 km
A Lot-et-Garonne town founded in 1137, overlooked by a château built between the 12th and 17th centuries and fully listed since 2002. In summer, sound-and-light shows play on its façades.
Bazas and its cathedral
approx. 23 km
Capital of the Bazadais and an episcopal see until the Revolution. Its Gothic cathedral of Saint-Jean-Baptiste was begun in 1233 and rebuilt in the 16th–17th centuries, with a façade completed in 1537.
Saint-Émilion
approx. 37 km
A medieval town on a limestone spur in the middle of a hilly vineyard region. It has a monolithic church, an archbishops' palace and remains of fortifications.
Tours & activities near Au cœur des vignes, château à La Réole
Experiences in the region that you can book online with Viator:
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From Saint-Emilion : Electric Bike Day Tour with Wine Tastings and Picnic Lunch
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Sarlat la Canéda: The Dordogne valley by canoe
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Saint-Émilion & Pomerol Wine Tour: Tastings, Lunch & WSET Guide
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Visit and Tasting Château Saint-Georges Cote Pavie, Grand Cru Classé
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Dordogne Day Tour : Prehistory and The Art of the Caves from Sarlat
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Saint-Emilion Grand Cru Classified: Visit & Tasting in French
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Dordogne Villages Half Day Tour from Sarlat
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Who is the "In the Heart of Vineyards" château for?
Families and friends
Eight bathrooms, a large kitchen, a private pool and a games room suit a group stay.
Wine lovers
The château is surrounded by vines, with Saint-Émilion 37 km away as the crow flies and several wine estates nearby.
Heritage lovers
A Benedictine priory, a 13th-century fortress, an Antonine commandery and the Château de Duras are all within 20 km.
Cyclists and walkers
The listing mentions the Roger Lapébie cycle track, as well as mountain biking, hiking and canoeing in the area.
Good to know before booking the "In the Heart of Vineyards" château
- Check-in is from 4 pm and check-out by 11 am.
- Pets are not allowed.
- Parties and events are allowed on the property, for up to 17 people.
- Balconies and terraces may not be suitable for children; if in doubt, contact the property before arrival via the booking confirmation.
- Extra charges may apply for additional guests, and photo ID plus a credit or debit card or a cash deposit may be requested at check-in.
- The property is non-smoking and housekeeping is available on a limited basis.
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Frequently asked questions
Can you stay overnight in the "In the Heart of Vineyards" château near La Réole?
Yes. Expedia presents this château as a holiday home let as a whole, with 8 bathrooms, a fitted kitchen and a private outdoor pool, about 2.5 km from the centre of La Réole.
Is there a swimming pool?
Yes, the listing mentions a fenced private outdoor pool, as well as a garden with sun loungers and a barbecue.
Are pets allowed?
No. According to Expedia, pets are not allowed.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 4 pm. Check-out is at 11 am.
Can you hold a party or event there?
Yes, parties and events (birthdays, weddings, family gatherings) are allowed on the property, for up to 17 people according to the listing.
What is there to see near La Réole?
The Saint-Pierre priory and the Château des Quat'Sos are about 2.5 km away, the Pondaurat monastery 7.5 km, the Château de Duras 19 km and Bazas 22 km.
Photos, guest reviews and available dates are all in the "In the Heart of Vineyards" listing on Expedia.
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