as in mansion
a large impressive residence
a gorgeous château on a hill
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Recent Examples of château
Maur Castle, a lovely chateau that dates to 1285, is home to the Castle Rooftop Deluxe Suite.
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Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 16 Feb. 2026
Since 1986 it has been owned by the Primat family; daughter of the family, Garance Primat, first oversaw the world class restoration of the ancient chateau and original farm buildings.
—Lydia Bell, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Jan. 2026
In addition to his 152-foot yacht and an art collection including works by Picasso and Miro, the couturier owned a 17th century chateau near Paris with a garden said to boast more than a million roses.
—Jenny Barchfield, Los Angeles Times, 19 Jan. 2026
In addition to his 152-foot yacht and an art collection including works by Picasso and Miro, the couturier owned a 17th-century chateau near Paris with a garden said to boast more than a million roses.
—CBS News, 19 Jan. 2026
Markle and Harry’s sprawling chateau is a worthy counterpart to the grand royal estates that sit across the pond.
—Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 19 Jan. 2026
The chateau is steeped in history.
—Marina Watts, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
According to the hotel’s website, the Château de la Messardière was built in the 19th century by a wealthy cognac merchant named Gabriel Dupuy d’Angeac, who then gave the chateau to his daughter Louise and her husband as a wedding gift.
—Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 9 Jan. 2026
In the eight new episodes, Daphne and Ian will work on pivotal rooms for their businesses including a honeymoon suite in the dove tower, a tea salon, a dungeon tavern and a library, in addition to restoring the chateau’s gatehouse as a residence for Daphne’s granny.
—Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 16 Dec. 2025
Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 16 Feb. 2026
Since 1986 it has been owned by the Primat family; daughter of the family, Garance Primat, first oversaw the world class restoration of the ancient chateau and original farm buildings.
—Lydia Bell, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Jan. 2026
In addition to his 152-foot yacht and an art collection including works by Picasso and Miro, the couturier owned a 17th century chateau near Paris with a garden said to boast more than a million roses.
—Jenny Barchfield, Los Angeles Times, 19 Jan. 2026
In addition to his 152-foot yacht and an art collection including works by Picasso and Miro, the couturier owned a 17th-century chateau near Paris with a garden said to boast more than a million roses.
—CBS News, 19 Jan. 2026
Markle and Harry’s sprawling chateau is a worthy counterpart to the grand royal estates that sit across the pond.
—Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 19 Jan. 2026
The chateau is steeped in history.
—Marina Watts, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
According to the hotel’s website, the Château de la Messardière was built in the 19th century by a wealthy cognac merchant named Gabriel Dupuy d’Angeac, who then gave the chateau to his daughter Louise and her husband as a wedding gift.
—Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 9 Jan. 2026
In the eight new episodes, Daphne and Ian will work on pivotal rooms for their businesses including a honeymoon suite in the dove tower, a tea salon, a dungeon tavern and a library, in addition to restoring the chateau’s gatehouse as a residence for Daphne’s granny.
—Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 16 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for château
Noun
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The Marriott hotel chain, two friends of country singer Tammy Wynette and a Houston land developer all had negotiated to buy the mansion.—
Miami Herald Archives,
Miami Herald,
22 Feb. 2026
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Calvin Gee, 35, is the new owner of the mansion, and took the Free Press for a tour inside before major renovations begin.—
Leah Olajide,
Freep.com,
22 Feb. 2026
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There used to be a down season in Edinburgh, when Scotland's capital city—with its beautiful Gothic buildings, cobblestoned Royal Mile, and 12th-century castle keeping watch on a hilltop—caught a slight breather from tourists.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Feb. 2026
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What was the general feeling in the castle about Rob?—
Sydney Bucksbaum,
Entertainment Weekly,
20 Feb. 2026
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The villa quickly became a gathering spot for a certain type of early 20th century celeb that included the likes of Rudolph Valentino and Errol Flynn.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Feb. 2026
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Exclusive villas here can cost around $50,000 a night.—
Maureen O'Hare,
CNN Money,
21 Feb. 2026
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Here was music that pushed the genre back to the realm of ghosts and ghouls, the ideal soundtrack for doing battle with Dracula on the spiral staircase of his manor.—
Sam Goldner,
Pitchfork,
17 Feb. 2026
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At Gravetye manor, Coward's dense borders contrast against a simple, expansive lawn or a large stone walking path.—
Leanne Potts,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Feb. 2026
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Renovations over the last several years have given rooms and suites a more modern design feel, with color palettes that highlight desert hues—all accommodations feature large sliding glass doors to patios or balconies for enjoying views of the expansive, hacienda-style grounds.—
Asonta Benetti,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Jan. 2026
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The 240-seat hacienda-style restaurant’s menu draws on Carballo’s nomadic culinary travels in his native Mexico.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Jan. 2026
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The coalition parties together hold only 66 of the lower house of parliament’s 150 seats, so Jetten will have to negotiate with opposition lawmakers to find support for every piece of legislation his government wants to pass.—
Mike Corder,
Los Angeles Times,
24 Feb. 2026
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At the house of Giorgio Armani, legacy has moved from backdrop to headline.—
Tiziana Cardini,
Vogue,
24 Feb. 2026
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The Black Altadena residents are part of a larger coalition that is asking Edison to advance each family who lost their home $200,000 in emergency housing assistance.—
Melody Petersen,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Feb. 2026
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The 18-story building where the woman was found is part of Marcus Garvey Village and includes 51 supportive housing apartments for the formerly homeless.—
Colin Mixson,
New York Daily News,
21 Feb. 2026
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The palace has sought to draw a bold line separating the former prince and the rest of the monarchy by stripping him of his titles, including the right to be called a prince.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
21 Feb. 2026
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Restaurant Paul Bocuse A visit to Lyon without reserving a table at the fine dining palace of legendary chef Paul Bocuse is unthinkable for anyone with a passion for food.—
John Brunton,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Château.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ch%C3%A2teau. Accessed 26 Feb. 2026.
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