Nestled in the heart of France’s “Garden of Kings,” Château de Jalesnes is a Renaissance château perfectly poised for elegant and exclusive gatherings – weddings, elopements, holidays, or special events.
Built in the early 1600s and expanded to its full grandeur by the late 19th century, the château has been lovingly restored to offer the best of modern comfort while preserving the charm and character of its centuries-old heritage.
Set within twenty-two acres of formal gardens and woodland, Château de Jalesnes offers privacy and refinement in equal measure. Inside, guests will find exquisite one- to three-bedroom suites, a grand salon, a historic chapel, and a sweeping banquet hall. Beyond the château walls lie landscaped gardens, peaceful walking trails, a pétanque court, table tennis, and a heated outdoor pool.
Whether you dream of a wedding steeped in elegance or a private retreat surrounded by history, Château de Jalesnes provides a setting of rare beauty and quiet majesty – where moments are not only lived, but cherished for generations.
Be Our Guest
From all-inclusive weddings to bespoke events, our team takes care of every detail, ensuring a flawless and unforgettable experience.
Weddings
Celebrate in timeless elegance at the heart of the Loire Valley, from grand celebrations to intimate elopements.
Elopements
At Château de Jalesnes, every elopement is designed to feel personal, private, and deeply romantic.
Holidays
Indulge in château living — refined suites, tranquil gardens, and the splendour of the Loire at your doorstep.
Events
From milestone moments to private gatherings, our château offers the perfect setting for every celebration.
Aaron & Blake
March, 2025
Aaron - The Groom
"My husband and I got married here [in March], and words cannot describe how happy we were with the whole experience. From the location, to the food, to rooms, and the château grounds, everything about this place is perfect.
From start to finish, the entire chateau team makes sure that planning your wedding is as easy and stress-free as possible. I've heard so many horror stories from friends over the years about how hard it was to plan a wedding, but with the Château de Jalesnes' team that's not at all the case.
If you're even remotely considering a castle wedding, I highly recommend this one!"
Florence & Tom
December, 2024
Florence - The Bride
"The team were simply amazing. From the moment we arrived, they made sure everything was taken care of, allowing us to fully enjoy every moment without any stress. Their attention to detail, warmth, and professionalism made our weekend completely seamless and so incredibly special.
Not only did we have the best time, but our guests were absolutely blown away by the experience too. From the stunning setting and beautifully curated spaces to the delicious food and impeccable service, every single element exceeded our expectations. The whole weekend felt like a fairytale, and we are so grateful to have had the Château as the backdrop to such a special moment in our lives.
If you’re considering this venue for your wedding or event, don’t hesitate – it will be the best decision you ever make!"
Alex & Faizaan
September, 2024
Alex - The Bride
"We had the absolute wedding of our dreams at Chateau de Jalesnes! Katy and David made the planning process so easy, especially since we planned all the way from the United States. They were both so communicative and receptive of all our requests. We had a small, intimate wedding of about 30 guests and everyone is still talking about it!
The Chateau is absolutely gorgeous and pictures don’t do it justice.
There was so much attention to detail and there were a lot of things we didn’t even have to think about because they were on top of everything. We can’t recommend this Chateau enough to couples looking to get married in Loire Valley.
We hope to return and celebrate our anniversary in the future!"
Julia & Eric
May, 2024
Julia - The Bride
“Jenny and her team could not have done more, Jenny in particular... The line that kept being used was ‘ it [the chateau] was our home to do with as we wanted ’ and this is definitely how all were made to feel from the minute we arrived.
We used Eric for the wedding meal...His food and presentations is sublime and there is no comparison with the standards we knew we’d get in England! His team, including his wife, were also great on the day. We loved it so much we took our wedding party to his restaurant after all the other guests had left.
Jenny and her team worked closely with us to ensure they knew how we wanted things... Their opinions would have never been forced upon us but were very valid so guided to some extent what we did. The thing we would change is having the chance to do it again as we loved every moment as did our very eclectic group of guests! ”
Ruth & Misael
May, 2024
"We're still over the moon a month after our wedding at Château de Jalesnes! From the initial consultation to the virtual tour, we knew that we were in good hands.
The venue exceeded our expectations - it was love at first sight! The food was delicious, the venue was stunning, and the staff were friendly and accommodating. They seamlessly adapted to the rain during our rehearsal dinner and ensured a smooth experience… David, the owner, was friendly and punctual in transporting our guests from the train station. Our guests enjoyed the food, even the sandwiches and chips during lunch! Some even befriended the staff and invited them to play games.
We highly recommend Château de Jalesnes to any couple, especially those planning a destination wedding like us (from California!). They made our dream wedding a reality."
- Ruth, The Bride
"We loved it every minute of it. The staff were amazing and the location and venue were breathtaking. Our entire family wants to come here again soon to celebrate my parents’ wedding anniversary."
- Misael, The Groom
Amina
Château Guest
Amina - Guest
We had a wonderful stay at this château. The gardens are incredible, and there are plenty of activities to keep you entertained, in addition to the large swimming pool.
Thank you again for the warm welcome!
Beatrice
Château Guest
Beatrice - Guest
A beautiful castle and grounds!! We stayed at the castle for four nights, perfect for exploring the region. The rooms are very comfortable; we slept very well. The garden is very peaceful; we enjoyed tea and coffee there every morning, perfect before hitting the road to the surrounding wineries, castles, and towns.
An enchanting experience. We'll be back!
Sarah & Alex
May, 2018
Sarah - The Bride
“We visited several chateau in France and had almost given up on that idea as a venue until we found Chateau de Jalesnes.
Not only is it a gorgeous setting, but the inside is modern with huge, comfortable rooms for our family and friends to stay. We loved that it is a working farm and active part of the community and felt a warm welcome when we stayed overnight for a visit. Any ideas we had for our wedding weekend were met with a ”yes” from the Jalesnes team and they were very flexible in how we wanted to structure our big event. Eric’s food was phenomenal, the locally arranged flowers were gorgeous and our friends and families rave about an unforgettable weekend in France to celebrate our wedding.
Thanks to Jenny and David for all their hard work and for throwing us a fabulous wedding. ”
Not only is it a gorgeous setting, but the inside is modern with huge, comfortable rooms for our family and friends to stay. We loved that it is a working farm and active part of the community and felt a warm welcome when we stayed overnight for a visit. Any ideas we had for our wedding weekend were met with a ”yes” from the Jalesnes team and they were very flexible in how we wanted to structure our big event. Eric’s food was phenomenal, the locally arranged flowers were gorgeous and our friends and families rave about an unforgettable weekend in France to celebrate our wedding.
Thanks to Jenny and David for all their hard work and for throwing us a fabulous wedding. ”
Rebecca & Garry
March, 2018
Rebecca - The Bride
“I can’t say enough what an amazing time we had, you and the staff were great and we would do it all again tomorrow if we could!...
We had been spoilt with the quality of food that Eric served us…
We will most definitely return to the chateau to see you as we have so many amazing memories.”
Ailish & Tony
June, 2018
Caroline - Mother of the Bride
“I must say, we thoroughly enjoyed Anthony & Ailish’s wedding from Saturday’s barbecue, the wedding day itself and Monday’s recovery brunch. I thought everything was done very well and so professionally.
Thank you, Jenny and team.
And of course, our accommodation was outstanding.”
Jess & Ross
February, 2019
Ross - The Groom
“What can we say about our time with Jenny and David at Chateau de Jalesnes. We had booked the venue two years earlier after a visit to France and my wife and I fell in love with the place! The venue, the owners, the hospitality and the service [...]
I must say that Jenny, David, and the team were excellent, they really understood what we wanted. They went above and beyond during the wedding and made sure that all of our guests' needs were attended to. As you can already see from the pictures the venue is incredible, the rooms are fantastic and the whole experience was just magical. We couldn’t have wished for a better venue and service. I must give a special mention to Chef Eric and the catering for the whole four days, but especially the wedding breakfast! We had so many compliments on the food, honestly, it’s hard to fully put into words just how incredible it and he was [...]
Thanks again for such a wonderful few days, we only wish we could do it all again. ”
I must say that Jenny, David, and the team were excellent, they really understood what we wanted. They went above and beyond during the wedding and made sure that all of our guests' needs were attended to. As you can already see from the pictures the venue is incredible, the rooms are fantastic and the whole experience was just magical. We couldn’t have wished for a better venue and service. I must give a special mention to Chef Eric and the catering for the whole four days, but especially the wedding breakfast! We had so many compliments on the food, honestly, it’s hard to fully put into words just how incredible it and he was [...]
Thanks again for such a wonderful few days, we only wish we could do it all again. ”
Anna & Reg
April, 2018
Anna - The Bride
“Jenny and her team could not have done more, Jenny in particular... The line that kept being used was ‘ it [the chateau] was our home to do with as we wanted ’ and this is definitely how all were made to feel from the minute we arrived.
We used Eric for the wedding meal...His food and presentations is sublime and there is no comparison with the standards we knew we’d get in England! His team, including his wife, were also great on the day. We loved it so much we took our wedding party to his restaurant after all the other guests had left.
Jenny and her team worked closely with us to ensure they knew how we wanted things... Their opinions would have never been forced upon us but were very valid so guided to some extent what we did. The thing we would change is having the chance to do it again as we loved every moment as did our very eclectic group of guests! ”
We used Eric for the wedding meal...His food and presentations is sublime and there is no comparison with the standards we knew we’d get in England! His team, including his wife, were also great on the day. We loved it so much we took our wedding party to his restaurant after all the other guests had left.
Jenny and her team worked closely with us to ensure they knew how we wanted things... Their opinions would have never been forced upon us but were very valid so guided to some extent what we did. The thing we would change is having the chance to do it again as we loved every moment as did our very eclectic group of guests! ”
Kelli & Alex
October, 2025
Kelli - The Bride
"Even though it's been months, Alex and I are still just barely coming down from the high of our wedding. Our friends and family STILL can't stop talking about how amazing the Chateau was. Thank you so much for all the work you and the team at the Chateau put in -- leading up to our stay and throughout all of it. One of my friends put it best when she said "I have used the word 'fairytale' more in the past few months than I have in my entire life!" And I totally agree -- it was such a fairytale, it's still hard to believe it really happened.
So thank you all again! Hopefully one day we can come back and stay with you again."