Hameau des Damayots

Set in the peaceful Sologne Bourbonnaise near Moulins, Hameau des Damayots is an 18th century farmstead thoughtfully restored into a private hamlet for celebrations, residential seminars and retreats. Event planners will find the best of both worlds here, rural charm paired with practical amenities and an experienced on site team.

Two complementary reception spaces give you genuine flexibility. The showcase Barn offers around 120 sq m plus a mezzanine, with timbers, generous height, polished concrete flooring and wide glazing. It is ideal for dinners up to about 80 guests on round tables, with more capacity for standing receptions. The timber framed House Salon adds a 38 sq m room perfect for breakouts, board meetings or intimate private dining. Outdoors, landscaped terraces and lawns, including a terrace of about 300 sq m, invite cocktail hours and ceremonies, with the option to extend with a marquee.

For corporate groups, the venue provides projector, flipchart, high speed Wi Fi and furniture, with layouts ranging from U shape to classroom and theatre style, up to around 120 in conference. A fully equipped catering area with cold room, oven and dishwasher supports your chosen caterer, and the team can recommend trusted local partners for food, tents and activities.

Up to 42 guests can stay on site in 18 comfortable bedrooms spread across suites and character gîtes, with beds made on arrival and linen included. There is private parking for around 100 cars, and the A79 access places the domain about 15 minutes from Moulins, making guest logistics easy for weddings, incentives and multi day offsites.