I have used the chambre d'hote at Chateau Calud-Bellevue on a number of occasions in the past few years. However, new owners have bought thye property and the transformation is exceptional. The airy bedrooms have been totally refitted and are cosy with comfortable beds, Egyptian cotton bed linens and enormous high quality towels. The Bockmeulen family are the new proprietors where Ana, who is Cordon Bleu trained, provides wonderful breakfasts and there are also complimentary drinks on arrival with freshly baked cake. Light evening suppers are also a new feature since my last stay and again the food standard is excellent.
The Chateau is situated in the heart of the Bordeaux - Cotes de Castillon vineyards and in house degustations are available with prior notice. The Chateau is just a short drive from St. Emilion which is a Wordl Heritage site and I understand that late Spring the proprietors will be providing rental cycles to enable guests to cycle to many of the magnificent... More