Château de la Côte  

In Périgord Vert between Brantôme and Périgueux, in the rural village of Biras. Next to a golf course and just minutes from Château de Bourdeilles and Brantôme Abbey. A family-friendly, pet-friendly castle hotel in the Dordogne countryside.

Stay in a 15th-century château restored into 17 bright rooms and suites that pair antiques with modern comforts. Rooms have flat-screen TVs, private baths (bathtub or shower), desks and complimentary wireless internet. The romantic Les Moulineaux suite features a canopy bed and private access to a dungeon terrace. Expect rolling-countryside and park views, peaceful grounds, and a small on-site spa.

Pamper with spa massages, take a dip in the outdoor pool, or rent bicycles to explore the lanes. On-property activities and nearby options include tennis, horseback riding, canoeing and hot-air ballooning. Concierge and babysitting (surcharge) keep things easy, and free self parking is available. Wake up to rolling-countryside mornings and fresh air.

A business center, meeting rooms and 2,497 sq ft (232 m²) of conference space handle events and small conferences. Multilingual staff, luggage storage, express check-in/check-out and complimentary wireless internet are on hand.

Two on-site restaurants serve traditional, gourmet French cuisine focused on fresh, seasonal local produce. Dine on the terrace or in the lounges, sip cocktails in one of three bars, or order room service during limited hours. Buffet breakfasts are available daily for a fee.