Santenay, France Château de la Crée

Château de la Crée stays may be booked by Domaine Serene members. Members are welcome to host non-member guests during their stay. Membership must remain active and in good standing at the time of the reservation and throughout the stay.

Château de la Crée stays are available exclusively through Membership Reward Points redemption. Stays cannot be booked using cash, or a combination of cash and points.

Yes. Reward points may be split between members with prior approval from both parties. Please contact our team to coordinate the authorization.

Only service animals are permitted at Château de la Crée.

Château de la Crée is located at 11 Rue Gaudin, 21590 Santenay, France.
The following airports are the most common airports to fly into:
• Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
• Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)
• Geneva Airport (GVA)
• For private flights, there are airports in Dijon

• Rent a Vehicle - 3h 51m drive - 229 miles
• Hire a Car Service - Approximately €750 – €1150
• High Speed Rail (TGV) + Car Service or Standard Train
  • Taxi, rideshare, or subway from CDG to Paris Gare de Lyon station
  • Take nonstop train 1h 39m to Dijon Ville station
    • Tip: Reserve a Première/1st class ticket for: an assigned seat, individual electrical outlet, wifi, and access to the Grand Voyageur lounge at the Paris Lyon train station
  • Hire a car service from Dijon to Château de la Crée (1hr, 39mi)
  • Or, change trains and continue to Santenay-Les-Bains station, then walk 17 min, 0.8mi from Santenay station to Château de la Crée
    • Tip: There is no taxi or shuttle from Santenay-Les-Bains

• Rent a Vehicle - 1h 47m drive - 106 miles
• Hire a Car Service - Approximately €390 – €590
• Taxi or Subway + Standard Train (TER) + Car Service or Train Connection
  • Tip: This method recommended only for seasoned travelers familiar with navigating train stations and carrying luggage.
    • Take taxi, rideshare, or subway from LYS to Lyon Part Dieu station
    • Take TER train 1h 26min to Chagny station
    • Hire a car service from Chagny to Château de la Crée (10 min, €35)Or, change trains and continue to Santenay-Les-Bains station, then walk 17 min, 0.8mi from Santenay station to Château de la Crée
      • Tip: There is no taxi or shuttle from Santenay-Les-Bains

• Rent a Vehicle - 2h 16m drive - 142 miles
• Hire a Car Service - Approximately €490 – €790
• Taxi or Subway + Train (TER) + Train Connection + Car Service or Train Connection
  • Tip: This method recommended only for seasoned travelers familiar with navigating train stations and carrying luggage.
    • Take taxi, rideshare, or subway from airport to Genève/Geneva Cornavin station
    • Take TER train 2h 8min to Lyon Part Dieu station
    • Change trains in Lyon. Take TER train 1h 26min to Chagny station
    • Hire a car service from Chagny to Château de la Crée (10 min, (10 min, €35)
    • Or, change trains and continue to Santenay-Les-Bains station, then walk 17 min, 0.8mi from Santenay station to Château de la Crée
    • Tip: There is no taxi or shuttle from Santenay-Les-Bains

• Book trains in advance using sncf-connect.com, raileurope.com, or trainline.com
• Travelling by trains & subways is recommended only for seasoned travelers familiar with navigating train stations and carrying luggage.
• It is polite to keep conversations at a very low volume on trains & subways.
• Driving in France is similar to driving in the U.S. as both countries drive on the right side of the road. Note that rental cars often come with a manual transmission; you can request an automatic if preferred.
• It is recommended to research international data plans with your phone carrier. Adding this allows you to use navigation apps (such as Google Maps) with ease throughout your trip.

We recommend considering the following items when packing for your trip:

• Travel adapter for electrical outlets (+ voltage converter, when necessary)
  • Tip: Most items, such as cell phones and laptops, only require a simple travel adapter. A voltage converter is only necessary for certain shavers or heated styling tools.
• Boots or sneakers that can get dirty while exploring vineyards
• Sweater (even during warmer months), as some winery cellar tours can be chilly
• Semi-formal dinner attire, if dining at a Michelin restaurant
  • For Men: Dress shoes, a collared shirt, and a jacket.
    • For Women: Heels or elegant flats, paired with a skirt, dress, slacks, blouse, and either a sweater, jacket, or shawl.
• Seasonally appropriate clothing. Layered clothing is recommended to be prepared for weather changes.

Spring (April, May, June)
•Average daytime high 70°F, average nighttime low 45°F. You can expect rain.
•The vineyards will be in bud break.
Summer (July, August, September)
•Average daytime high 78°F, average nighttime low 54°F. You can expect it to be warm and dry.
•The vineyards will be showing fruit.
Fall (Late September, October, Early November)
•Average daytime high 60°F, average nighttime low 30°F. You can expect rain.
•The vineyards will be in a display of autumn colors.
Winter (November, December, January, February, March)
•Average daytime high 46°F, average nighttime low 28°F. You can expect snow.
•The vineyards will be bare and woody. It is the perfect time to learn about the art of pruning.

Your bathroom will be supplied with bath amenities such as shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and a hairdryer. Tip: If packing additional styling tools, check voltage compatibility.

The Château has a large, beautiful kitchen shared between all guests. The kitchen will be supplied with a small assortment of complimentary market-fresh snacks (such as breakfast pastries, eggs, butter, cheese, bacon, milk) as well as soft drinks and an espresso machine.

The Château has heating and air conditioning throughout all rooms. Your room has a desk. You are also welcome to work remotely from Château common areas. There is a laundry room shared between all guests that contains an iron & ironing board, as well as a full washer and dryer. Five electric bicycles are shared among all guests.

Yes. We recommend arranging one main restaurant reservation each day, with lighter dining plans for other meals. A large lunch and a large dinner on the same day can sometimes be too much food and time. You can expect dining experiences to last about 2 hours for lunches and 3 hours for dinners. As a courtesy to our esteemed restaurant partners, we kindly request that all dinner reservations be honored. In France, reservations are thoughtfully accounted for, and late cancellations are regarded as discourteous. Should your plans change, please provide 1-2 days' notice.

We highly recommend renting a vehicle or pre-arranging car services for the duration of your stay. Château de la Crée does not have a shuttle service, and rideshares (such as Uber) do not operate in this area. When it comes time to plan your itinerary with the team in France, they will be happy to assist in car service arrangements upon request.

While all Château reservations require a two-night minimum, many Members choose to maximize flexibility by using the second night strategically.

You may reserve the night prior to your arrival to enjoy early check-in at any time on your arrival day, or reserve the night following your stay to extend your departure and enjoy a relaxed afternoon check-out.

Our Membership team is happy to help you structure your stay in the way that best suits your travel plans.

No. Château de la Crée is not available for weddings or large private ceremonies.

The estate is reserved for intimate Member stays and curated wine experiences.