Bordeaux, FranceSaint-Medard-d'Eyrans
Domaine de Larchey
Oak-shaded vineyard estate
Saint-Medard-d'Eyrans Bordeaux, France
Opened
2013
Price
$$
Rated for
Design Heritage LocalOutside the door
Oak-shaded vineyard estate
Century-old oaks shade this family-run nineteenth-century estate, surrounded by working vineyards in the heart of Pessac-Léognan.
What it’s good at
Listed
A nineteenth-century estate with a consecrated private chapel built by Patrick Bardinet.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
In the heart of the Pessac-Léognan vineyards, Domaine de Larchey offers a quieter counterpoint to the grandeur of Bordeaux’s châteaux.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Vineyard lanes wind through Saint-Médard-d'Eyrans outside, connecting small family domaines with celebrated Pessac-Léognan châteaux.
The rooms
Ten individually decorated rooms occupy the converted outbuildings, with windows looking out across the private park.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The unheated pool borders the vineyards beside the stone tower, fed by a stone waterfall fountain.
The hot tub
An outdoor hot tub sits beside the stone tower, and Ayurvedic massages can be arranged in the park.
Restaurant
Le 1930
Crystal chandeliers hang above dining tables overlooking the grounds, where chef Laurent Boulon prepares regional dishes like Bazas beef.
At the table
Wrought-iron tables sit under a stretch canvas tent on the lawn, served by a seasonal poolside bar.
How it began
A Bordeaux market butcher bought the estate in 1978, and his daughter later converted the family home into a hotel.
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How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.