
PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS:
- Ringed by perfectly manicured gardens, Château de Courcelles is housed in an elegant 17th-century castle in the sleepy village of Courcelles-sur-Vesle – a 30-minute drive from the Champagne-swirling city of Reims in northern France.
- Bed down like royalty in one of 18 individually decorated rooms, each giving a nod to its rich history with ornate furniture and one-off antiques, rich jewel tones and elaborate patterns, and heaps of sumptuous fabrics.
- Château de Courcelles, an authentic 17th-century château, has welcomed a number of famous figures, such as Racine, La Fontaine, Cocteau, Napoleon and Christian Dior.
- Each of its rooms features a unique decor of period furniture and precious fabrics. Everything comes together to recreate the tranquil moments of a life of luxury.
- Surrounding by magnificent 23-hectare grounds and a French-style garden, Château de Courcelles is a haven of peace in the heart of Picardie, just a few miles from the city of Reims.
EXCLUSIVE LUXE VOYAGER VIP BENEFITS & BEST PRICE
We negotiate rates & benefits for our clients directly with the hotels’ senior management. Our rates match or in many cases are lower than the best online rate for the property. Our clients also enjoy a suite of extra VIP privileges and recognition while staying at a partner hotel.
- Complimentary room upgrade on arrival.
- Daily complimentary buffet breakfast for two.
- Up to $100 dining or spa credit per stay, and or in-house dining / spa discounts.
- Welcome amenities (wine/chocolates/fruit) and card from the GM.
- Complimentary private airport transfers.
- Complimentary roll-away bed if required.
- Early check-in and late check-out.
- Complimentary Wi-Fi.
- Enhanced recognition through VIP status at all touch points in the guest experience.
A complete or partial suite of VIP benefits will be offered, subject to the property T&C, including availability, category of room & length of stay.
ACTIVITIES:
Amateurs or seasoned players can relax or have a good time with family or friends; we provide you with rackets to play some enjoyable games.
Enjoy the park or the surrounding countryside and its carefully laid out “gravel” paths for an enjoyable cycle ride alone or with family on the bikes we have placed at your disposal free of charge.
Discover our cellars’ treasures and the several champagnes in reserving a Champagne tasting at the château! Our sommelier will present you three references and their characteristics.
Have you always dreamed of discovering behind the scenes of a gourmet restaurant? Join Chef Lucas Vannier for unique cooking classes with local and authentic flavors. From the kitchen to the restaurant, live a surprising and nonesuch moment in our company.
Our Front Desk Team is at your disposal to organize private and surprising activities at the Castle : air balloon trip, 2 “CV” French cars promenade, quads rides.
Ideally located, Courcelles is the starting point of your itinerary to discover Champagne.From Château-Thierry, going up the Marne valley to Epernay and its famous vineyards, crossing the “Montagne de Reims” and the surrounding mountains, you will have plenty of time to visit the major Champagne houses and passionate winemakers who grow, harvest and manipulate grapes.
Located 25 minutes away from the Castle, you can plan a visit of the “Chemin des Dames”, major place of the First World War.Our Front Desk Team will be able to recommend you the points of interest of the “Chemin des Dames” such as “La Caverne du Dragon”, the museum, “Le Plateau de Californie” or the military cemeteries.
Located 35 minutes by car from Château de Courcelles, the city of Reims has many advantages that will delight all of his guests.From the visit of the Cathedral which hosted the coronation of many Kings of France and well-known for its contemporary stained glasses of Chagall, going through the effervescence of the pedestrian and shopping streets or by the visit of the “Beaux-arts” museum, each of you will find an interest.
Laon is a walled city located nearby the “Chemin des Dames” and is surprising with its “crowned mountain”, old part of the city located on the top of the city.40 minutes by car from the Château, Laon has several points of interest for a touristic visit : small paved streets, medieval houses or Notre-Dame Cathedral which was used as a model for the Parisian Cathedrals.
One of the most ancient town of France.The “Cité du Vase” Soissons is located 20 minutes away from the Castle. This city will delight the history lovers thanks to the Cathedral Saint-Gervais-et-Saint-Protais, its Saint-Jean-des-Vignes Abbey but also all the religious vestiges.The city is also very pleasant for having a walk thanks to the “Aisne” river which cross Soissons and its canal towpath.
Guests can also discover the Library. Surrounded by old books stored in a 18th century library, this place is ideal for having an aperitif during the winter, comfortably seated near the fireplace in a cosy armchair.
At Château de Courcelles, take the time to relax yourself enjoying a warm, quiet and green environment.
Complete your relaxing stay at the château with a massage realized by one our professionnal and partner masseuse. This shared or solo moment will allow you a total serenity in this quite environment.

Legend has it that Jean Cocteau designed the staircase of the Château de Courcelles… Regardless of whether it is true, this rumour speaks volumes about the attention to detail in this palace where Jean-Jacques Rousseau once liked to stroll in the French garden and French literary figures Racine, La Fontaine and Dumas stayed between Paris, the Aisne and the Champagne. Which now famous pages did they write here? This can be contemplated while strolling through the magnificent grounds, swimming in the pool, playing a round of golf, or a game of tennis, and dining like royalty, discovering the best local products and excellent wines.
Ringed by perfectly manicured gardens, Château de Courcelles is housed in an elegant 17th-century castle in the sleepy village of Courcelles-sur-Vesle – a 30-minute drive from the Champagne-swirling city of Reims in northern France. Bed down like royalty in one of 18 individually decorated rooms, each giving a nod to its rich history with ornate furniture and one-off antiques, rich jewel tones and elaborate patterns, and heaps of sumptuous fabrics.
The Château de Courcelles embodies the French Art of Living. Its 18 rooms and suites are unique and authentically decorated. Overlooking the park, the French garden or the village of Courcelles-sur-Vesle, all our rooms and suites are decorated in a different colour with a unique atmosphere that you can choose according to your wishes.

Tradition Room
Our Tradition rooms range in size from 17 to 18 m² and offer a standard double bed, perfect for a couple on a romantic getaway. Our two Tradition rooms are located in the Château and have beautiful views on the French Garden.

Superior Room
The Superior rooms have more space, ranging from 26 to 30 m², and each has a queen-sized bed. The two Superior rooms are in the Castle and are overlooking on the village.

Prestige Room
Experience the life in a castle in our spacious Prestige rooms, ranging in size from 30 to 40 m². These rooms are available with a king-sized bed or twin beds. Our 10 Prestige rooms are located in the castle and provide stunning views on the French Garden, while others are located in the outbuildings and have private terraces.

Suite
The Suites are 40 to 58 m² and offer a king-sized bed and a separated living room. It’s the perfect choice for a luxurious vacation or for hosting a family. Our three suites are located in the outbuildings, either on the ground floor with a private terrace or on the first floor.

Royal Suite
At 43 m², the Royal Suite includes a king-sized bed and a living room area. It is located on the first floor of the Château and has breathtaking views on the French Garden and the park. Its gorgeous blue and gold décor scheme provides a transcendent setting for watching sunsets, transporting you back in time to the grandest experiences of 17th century royalty.
The Château de Courcelles gourmet restaurant welcomes you for breakfast, lunch and dinner every day of the year and has three beautiful lounges, that are warm, relaxing settings for a glass of Champagne or liquor. Those bars are perfect places to enjoy the French “Art de Vivre”.
We offer several exquisite settings for dining, including two historic dining rooms and our Winter Garden. During summer you can enjoy your meal surrounded by natural beauty on the terrace.

Gourmet Restaurant
Our gourmet restaurant welcomes you for breakfast, lunch and dinner every day of the year. We offer several exquisite settings for dining, including two historic dining rooms and our Winter Garden. In the summer you can enjoy your meal surrounded by natural beauty on the terrace.

The "Salon des Grisailles"
The “Salon des Grisailles” hosts guests around the liquor cabinet, always appreciated by experts. This bar is named for its grey paintings with old French captions. It’s the perfect location for a moment of relaxation after a busy day.

The "Boudoir"
The “Boudoir” is a small, intimate bar where guests can contemplate the reproduction of Versailles’ porcelaine. Cigar-lovers will find themselves seduced by the impressive contents of the Boudoir’s cigar cabinet.

The Terrace
The living rooms stay at the disposal of the clients to have a drink but when the weather allows it, our terrace is also available at any moment of the day, from breakfast to dinner.This quiet area with a lovely view on the park is just the spot from which to discover the bar list and enjoy some Kaviari Caviar, an outstanding accompaniment to an aperitif.
It’s surrounded by a country garden, where you’ll find a heated outdoor pool, tennis courts, a canal lined with 200-year-old trees, and another 15 acres of meticulous greenery.Inside Château de Courcelles, enjoy a succulent meal at the beautiful restaurant. Pair this haute cuisine with a selection from the cellar, giving yourself plenty of time to choose – it houses 8,500 bottles of wine.


Pool
An outdoor pool, a short walk from the rooms, in the middle of the park, heated from May to October, it is the ideal place to relax after a trip, returning from a day of sightseeing or simply to enjoy doing nothing.

Spa
Complete your relaxing stay at the château with a massage realized by one our professionnal and partner masseuse. This shared or solo moment will allow you a total serenity in this quite environment.

Golf
The area of Château de Courcelles is green and hilly, perfect to offer few golf courses for amateurs.

Tennis
Amateurs or seasoned players can relax or have a good time with family or friends; we provide you with rackets to play some enjoyable games. For those who want to improve their game, we can reserve a tennis teacher for your stay (upon availability and with extra fees).
Area & Location
Area, Country
Courcelles-sur-Vesle, France
Nearest Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport, France
Local Currency
Euro
Time Change
GMT +1:00
Language
French
Best time to go
April through November.
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