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Château Les Carrasses
Quarante, Occitanie, France · Independent · Accessible Luxury
Louis Garros built this chateau pinardier in 1886 on the ruins of a medieval pilgrim relay at Quarante, in the Languedoc vines. Karl O'Hanlon and Anita Forte bought the near-abandoned house in 2008, spent three years restoring it, and reopened in 2011: 27 rooms and a working wine domaine still run with Vignobles Bonfils.
- 27 rooms
- Opened 2011
- Neighborhood: Capestang
- Rooms from 377 sq ft (35 m²)
- Architect: Louis Garros
About Château Les Carrasses
- Built in 1886 by architect Louis Garros as a 'chateau pinardier' on the ruins of a medieval pilgrim relay station.
- Karl O'Hanlon and Anita Forte bought it in 2008 and completed a three-year restoration, reopening it as a luxury retreat in 2011.
- Entry-level rooms start at 377 sq ft (35 m²).
History
Originally built in 1886 by architect Louis Garros as a 'château pinardier,' the estate stands on the ruins of a medieval relay for pilgrims. After being nearly abandoned, it was purchased in 2008 by Karl O’Hanlon and Anita Forte and underwent a three-year restoration, reopening in 2011 as a luxury retreat. Today, it remains a working wine domaine managed in partnership with Vignobles Bonfils while providing upscale accommodations.
The setting
3.5 km from Collégiale Saint-Étienne de Capestang church. 14 km from 12th-century Abbaye de Fontcaude.
Restaurants and bars
- Òrta - Château Les Carrasses — Restaurant · French
Experiences
- Gift box collection — Tailor-made gift boxes for overnight stays and meals in the restaurant.
- Wellness retreats, cycling training camps, luxury car rallies, food and wine tours — Leisure group activities the château can host.
Amenities
- Heated infinity swimming pool (seasonal)
- Mediterranean restaurant and bar with panoramic terraces
- Masterclay tennis court and boules court
- Complimentary bicycles and vineyard wine trails
- Mini-farm and seasonal kids club
- Working winery with on-site wine tourism and tastings
- Infinity pool
- Hot tub
- Pet-friendly
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