Day of arrival

After the staff have just completed the finishing touches, the first cars are arriving. The staff introduce themselves and assist bringing luggage to the rooms. Everybody is excited and the guests go from one room to the other having fun exploring what will be their new home for the next 3 days. Downstairs on the terrace drinks are being served, but because the weather is absolutely wonderful, soon the whole group will be enjoying their afternoon at the pool with drinks and finger food - lounge music in the background makes the picture complete. Meanwhile, the chef is busy and the steaming pots on the stove promise delicious food for the evening.

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7pm

The Chateau bell rings and the guests all come downstairs to pick a seat at the beautifully decorated dining table on the terrace, complete with candles and music to add to the magical atmosphere. We serve a 4 course dinner and in between courses there is time enough for an entertaining speech from the father of the bride. After dinner we serve coffee at the beautifully lit fire place; a lovely setting to end this first day with.

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Wedding day

 

9am

For the early birds we have a typical French breakfast: croissants, jams, butter and coffee. Some of the guests enjoy their morning snack in the sun-dappled gardens while the rest are taking an opportunity to sleep-in to prepare for the big day.

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11am

Brunch at the pool! A long table has been set and plenty of delicious dishes are displayed on the buffet. Since the hairstylist for the bridal party doesn’t arrive until 1.15pm there is enough time to enjoy the brunch, have a swim, and enjoy quality time with the family!

 

1.15pm

The hairstylist and the make-up artist just arrived (at your own charge), now the Bride and her party can retire to the Chateau to be pampered.

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3.15pm

The vibe around the Chateau is electric with excitement and anticipation! All of the guests are dressed to impress and everybody is anxious for the moment the bride will emerge to walk down the staircase..!

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3.30 pm

The music has started! (your own choice) The groom, “armed” with a beautiful wedding bouquet is awaiting his bride at the foot of the stairs, and there she comes! Tissues are at the ready, this is the moment we have all been waiting for!

After photo opportunities (you bring your own phtographer) are complete, Rose - the celebrant - takes the guests and the groom to the ceremony area and the bride stays behind with her father. As soon as everybody is in place, music begins again and floats through the Chateau gardens, guiding the beautiful bride and her father to the ceremonial altar. Rose now begins the opening words of her warm and personal speech to begin the ceremony...

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4.15pm

The marriage has been sealed with a ring and a kiss and champagne with wedding cake is being served. Photos are being taken and best wishes and joyful smiles fill the air.

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7pm

The pool area is prepared for a wonderful BBQ and the DJ is ready to start. After dessert the sound will definitely turn up a notch and the party under the magical stars of La Fragne will be opened by the wedding couple. Indeed, it will be a night to remember!

 

Day of Departure

10am

After yesterday’s magic, it’s time to clear everyone’s heads, have a good hearty breakfast and slowly get used to the idea of preparing for departure.

It was a wedding to never forget, have a safe trip home!