Château de Ranton
in the Loire Region of France

Ranton Castle – Château de Ranton

Spend an unforgettable holiday in the charming historic Chateau of Ranton in the Loire Valley. You have to see the castle to appreciate its beauty and atmosphere, photos just do not do it justice.

The Chateau can accommodate groups from 4 to 12 people. The castle has two beautifully furnished ranton france castle swimming pool self-catering apartments, each with two double bedrooms, available for weekly rentals, as well as three separate double bedrooms with on-suite facilities.

A saltwater swimming pool and terrace is available for guests on the ramparts with splendid views of the surrounding countryside up to the horizon. WIFI access to the internet is available free of charge.

The Chateau de Ranton is an authentic medieval fortified castle, full of character, about 30 kilometers south of the Loire River.

The castle is such a relaxing place with its calm and tranquil atmosphere.

Ranton castle is beautifully furnished with antiques and fine paintings, with comfortable but tasteful sitting rooms and modern bathrooms and kitchens. It has large well-tended gardens, with a profusion of flowers in all seasons.

ranton castle france garden flowers The Château dates from the 14th century. The main towers and ramparts were built in 1340 at the beginning of the Hundred Years War between England and France.

The ramparts are surrounded by a dry moat and enclose the inner courtyard gardens and the main buildings which are from the early 17th century in the Italian Renaissance style.

It is not only a unique location in which to stay, but is also an excellent base for visits to historic sites, gardens and other places of interest in the Loire valley. The region is famous for its renaissance chateaux, wine, gourmet food and restaurants.

Ranton and its countryside, rich in historical sites, also provides a large range of leisure activities such as cycling, walking, horse riding, fishing, golf, canoeing, wine tasting and much more.

The village of Ranton is just a 30-minute drive from Saumur and 45 minutes from Chinon. It is a small village of 200 inhabitants, very typical of those in the area, consisting of a cluster of farms around the church and the château.

castle entrance ramparts

We invite you to book your stay at Ranton Castle.

Ranton Castle Photo Gallery

Enjoy the Ranton Photo Gallery for more lovely views of the castle and accommodations.

Maps and Access to the Castle

See full details and maps in How to Find Ranton castle.

Ranton Castle Rental Rates

The Chateau has two self-catering apartments for weekly rental: the Renaissance Rooms and the Ramparts Rooms.

Both are in the main part of the castle. Each apartment accommodates four people, in two double bedrooms, with a sitting room, dining area, kitchen, bathroom, private gardens with garden furniture and barbeque, and use of the pool.

Bedlinen and towels are included in the rental, as is WIFI access, electricity and gas, and heating in winter. Books and boardgames are available upon request, free of charge.

The rental below is for each apartment, for one week from Saturday to Saturday.

Early Spring and Autumn
February to April, except Easter, and October to mid-December
980 € per week

Mid Season
Easter, May, June and September
1,200 € per week

High Season
July, August, Christmas and New Year
1,400 € per week

Note: Weekend rentals (three nights – from Friday to Sunday) are also possible. The rates are 60% of the weekly rates.

The Chateau also has three double bedrooms with on-suite bathrooms available per night, or weekly, for extra guests in the apartments. These rooms are in the main part of the Chateau, with windows and doors giving on to the main garden.

The rates below are for one double room.

Early Spring and Autumn
February to April, except Easter, and October to mid-December
450 € per week or 90 € per night

Mid Season
Easter, May, June and September
550 € per week or 95 € per night

High Season
July, August, Christmas and New Year
600 € per week or 100 € per night

Email the Château: paola.butler@gmail.com and book today.

A splendid banqueting room is available for special celebrations, so do please email us for more details and your needs.

Consult the Currency Converter for today's exchange rate.

How to Reserve the Castle

  • Email the Château: paola.butler@gmail.com
  • Telephone from outside of France: +33 5 49 98 61 87
  • Telephone from France: 05 49 98 61 87


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  • Email the Château: paola.butler@gmail.com
  • Phone from outside of France: +33 5 49 98 61 87
  • Phone from France: 05 49 98 61 87


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