Château d'Embourg in Souvigny, in the Allier, is an estate of 14 hectares inside a historic wall. It hosts weddings, birthdays, club gatherings, courses and retreats. The orangerie hall seats about 100 guests, and the château and holiday houses sleep about 60, so a group can celebrate and stay on one site.
Weddings and receptions
For weddings, the estate offers the château and grounds, including the pool and jacuzzi, from the eve of the wedding to the ceremony. The gardens serve for photographs and the aperitif can take place beside the pool. The meal is held in the large orangerie hall or on its terrace. Couples choose their own photographer, music and caterer: the estate has no agreements or partnerships with providers, and offers to help with the selection on request.
For other occasions, the estate takes birthdays, association gatherings and wedding anniversaries. Large groups that fill the hall and the lodging book the entire estate, including the pool and jacuzzi. Smaller groups are integrated into the daily holiday operation of the site.
Rooms and capacities
The orangerie hall measures 130 square meters and holds about 100 guests. It is cool in summer and heated in winter, and it can be cleared for courses. Facilities listed for the hall include a spacious kitchen, a bar, three toilets and free Wi-Fi. The terrace adds an outdoor dining area under string lights.
The estate lists what whole-estate hire includes: the whole park, a tent, tables and chairs, the pool and jacuzzi, bed linen, power and heating, towels (not for the pool) and final cleaning.
Accommodation
The estate lists 59 sleeping places across four types of lodging. The château rents two large apartments with ten bedrooms over three floors for 20 people. The Grand Gîte is the largest holiday house, with six rooms for 13 people, one of them fully wheelchair friendly with its own entrance and bathroom. The Ferme sleeps at least eight. The row houses each sleep at least four, and each has its own style. The estate describes the whole as space for about 60 overnight guests.
Catering
There is no in-house catering offer on the pages reviewed. The orangerie has a spacious kitchen and a bar, and the client chooses a caterer. Ask the team whether they can recommend providers.
History and setting
The estate is enclosed by a historic wall and surrounded by meadows and woodland. It includes a horse stable and pastures, a pool area, a covered table tennis table, a volleyball field and a jacuzzi open day and night. Activities nearby include kayaking on the Allier, cycling, riding, hiking and pétanque.
Courses and retreats
The hall and the houses suit yoga, pottery or other courses led by the organizer. The estate has the space and invites organizers to propose their own format.
Getting there
The address is Domaine d'Embourg, 03210 Souvigny. The reception desk is not staffed at all times, but guests are welcomed in person on arrival.
