Bordeaux Vineyard Cabins

Diversifying a working vineyard with a new layer of hospitality designed to immerse guests in the landscape

Having relocated to Bordeaux to live on their working vineyard at Chateau Puynard, wine producers Andrew and Naomi recognised early on that the future of their business lay not just in what they made, but in how people experienced it.

Having previously run wine shops in London, they understood the growing importance of connection - between product, place, and visitor - so accommodation became a natural next step. “For us, it was always about experience,” Andrew explains. “To really sell wine nowadays, you have to go down that route.”

A small cluster of cabins, carefully integrated into the land, has become a model for thoughtful diversification - enhancing the existing business while remaining true to the spirit of the land.

The couple were familiar with the popular French gîte model — but also aware of its limitations. Larger properties bring ongoing maintenance, staffing and cleaning, while planning restrictions often prevent new permanent buildings within active vineyard land. So instead, they began looking for something lighter - a way to introduce accommodation that could sit within the vineyard itself, without altering its character.

Cabins offered that opportunity. A zoned area of the vineyard allowed small structures to sit lightly among the vines, creating a more immediate and immersive guest experience. “It meant guests could actually stay in the vineyard, rather than separate from it,” says Andrew. “Feeling both secluded and part of the landscape.”

After lots of research, Adam found Corr Cabins and felt confident they would offer the quality and durability they needed to stand up to the damp and humid Bordeaux climate. “There are a lot of cabins out there that look nice but are just not built to last,” he says. “Corr cabins are beautiful, but they’re also well insulated, well built, and solid. And I knew that if they were good enough to last in Scottish weather, they’d be fine in Bordeaux!”

Over time, the timber exterior has weathered naturally, softening to a silvery tone that settles into the vineyard landscape. Inside, the cabins are simple and considered, with a focus on comfort and consistency. 

“We’re really offering guests a break from everyday life,” says Andrew. “A place to pause and be immersed in the landscape.”

“People walk in and immediately get it,” Naomi adds. “They wake up to a view of the vines and have all the luxury extras you'd expect from a hotel stay - that’s why we get five-star reviews.”

Operationally, the cabins have proven as effective as they are considered — supporting wine sales, attracting a steady flow of guests, and introducing a new low-impact income stream.

A small cluster of cabins, carefully integrated into the land, has become a model for thoughtful diversification — one that enhances the existing business while remaining true to the character of the place.

If you own a distillery or a business which could benefit from additional accommodation, get in touch to discuss your vision and how our eco cabins could enhance your brand — drop us a line on hello@corrcabins.com to find out more.