Château d'Aynac, Route de Tachou, 46120 Aynac

Cocktail reception

Château de Presque, 62 route du Causse, 46400 St Medard de Presque

Ceremony

Reception

Our Wedding

No one is entirely sure when Madison and Royce first met. Somewhere amid the whirlwind of freshman year at Baylor, likely at a wakeboarding party surrounded by mutual friends and sun-drenched afternoons on the Brazos. They shared many of the same circles and were both on the wakeboarding team, so it didn’t take long for their paths to intertwine.By sophomore year, their roommates were dating each other, which meant they often found themselves in the same places at the same time. But it wasn’t until a wakeboarding competition in Oklahoma during their junior year, spent camping with friends and cheering on their teammates, that their friendship truly began to deepen. The trip was rugged and messy in all the best ways; they saw the most genuine versions of each other. Madison, true to form, spent the entire trip barefoot, wandering around the campsite like it was second nature.When the semester ended, Royce invited Madison to fly with him in a small plane and asked her to be his girlfriend. Though she cared for him deeply, she declined. He had just decided to leave Baylor to pursue aviation in his hometown of Florida, while she was transferring to the University of Houston. Life seemed to be pulling them in separate directions.A month later, fate intervened. Royce invited her to join him on a trip to Canada, and what began as a friendly reunion soon became something more. After meeting his family and seeing the life he was building, Madison realized their story was only beginning. This time, when he asked, she said yes.The early months of their relationship were spent long distance, with frequent flights and weekend visits, until Royce eventually moved to Houston. Their lives fell naturally into rhythm again, just as they were always meant to.A year later, while in New York, they took a walk through Central Park and climbed to the top of Cat’s Rock. There, surrounded by the city skyline, Royce proposed.What began as two college students on a lake has become a story of enduring friendship, shared resilience, and unwavering love. Now, they look forward to beginning their forever surrounded by the people who have been part of their journey all along.

Our Story

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Wedding Party

Travel

Guests traveling from the United States or abroad should plan to fly from their nearest major airport to Paris, then continue onward to the southwest of France by domestic flight, train, and/or car. Flight Options from Paris Option 1: Via Brive (Closest Airport)Fly: Nearest airport → Paris (CDG or ORY)Connect: Paris → Brive–Souillac Airport (BVE)Final Leg: Approximately 50 minutes by car (about 49 km) to Château de Presque Option 2: Via RodezFly: Nearest airport → Paris (ORY)Connect: Paris → Rodez-Marcillac Airport (RDZ)Final Leg: About 1.5 hours by car Option 3: Via LimogesFly: Nearest airport → Paris (CDG or ORY)Connect: Paris → Limoges Airport (LIG)Final Leg: About 2–2.5 hours by car Option 4: Major Hub RouteFly: Nearest airport → Paris, Toulouse, or BordeauxFinal Leg: Approximately 3–3.5 hours by carTrain Options from Paris For guests who prefer rail travel, France’s train system is a comfortable and scenic option. Train to Brive-la-GaillardeRoute: Paris → Brive-la-GaillardeDuration: Approximately 4.5–5 hoursFinal Leg: About 50 minutes by car to Château de Presque Trains depart from major Paris stations (such as Gare d’Austerlitz or Gare Montparnasse). Rental cars are available at train stations, or guests may arrange taxis or private transfers. Getting to the Château Due to the château’s countryside location, renting a car is strongly recommended for flexibility and ease of travel. Taxis and private drivers are also available but should be booked in advance.

Q + A

For accommodations at Château d'Aynac, Please contact Veronique Howley directly. She will handle all booking details and payment arrangements.Phone Number: (772)530-2458Email: vphowley@aol.com The Château had been fully privatized for our wedding weekend and is reserved exclusively for our guests.Please note that the rooms listed are the only rooms available at this location, so we recommend booking promptly. This is also where our cocktail hour will be held on June 19, 2026. 1-BOOKED 2-BOOKED 3-BOOKED 4-BOOKED 5-Appartement : 1 lit 160cm, 1 lit 90cm (1 chambre séparée)Queen bed with twin size sofa pull out3 people maxPrice: 580 Euros/weekendFriday at noon until Sunday 4 PMExtra night 150 Euro/night can add 1 to 5 nights 6- BOOKED 7-BOOKED 8-BOOKED 9-Une suite : 1 lit 160 cm + canapé lit 120cmQueen bed with full size sofa pull out3 to 4 people maxPrice: 575 Euros/weekendFriday at noon until Sunday 4 PMExtra night 150 Euro/night can add 1 to 5 nights 10-BOOKED 11-BOOKED 12-BOOKED 13-BOOKED 14- Une suite : 1 lit 160 cm + canapé lit 120cmQueen bed with full size sofa pull out3 to 4 people maxPrice: 500 Euros/weekendFriday at noon until Sunday 4 PMExtra night 150 Euro/night can add 1 to 5 nights 15-BOOKED

Château D'aynac

A charming countryside hotel offering a peaceful, authentic French stay.Price range: ~€90-140/nightDistance: ~15 minutes from Château d'Aynac~10 minutes from Château de Presque Please note: we do not have a room block, so we recommend booking earlier if interested.

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Accommodations

Guests traveling from the United States or abroad should plan to fly from their nearest major airport to Paris, then continue onward to the southwest of France by domestic flight, train, and/or car. Flight Options from Paris Option 1: Via Brive (Closest Airport)Fly: Nearest airport → Paris (CDG or ORY)Connect: Paris → Brive–Souillac Airport (BVE)Final Leg: Approximately 50 minutes by car (about 49 km) to Château de Presque Option 2: Via LimogesFly: Nearest airport → Paris (CDG or ORY)Connect: Paris → Limoges Airport (LIG)Final Leg: About 2–2.5 hours by car Option 3: Via BergeracFly: Nearest airport → Paris (CDG or ORY)Connect: Paris → Bergerac Dordogne Périgord Airport (EGC)Final Leg: About 1.5–2 hours by car Option 4: Major Hub RouteFly: Nearest airport → Paris, Toulouse, or BordeauxFinal Leg: Approximately 3–3.5 hours by carTrain Options from Paris For guests who prefer rail travel, France’s high-speed train system is a comfortable and scenic option. Train to Brive-la-GaillardeRoute: Paris → Brive-la-GaillardeDuration: Approximately 4.5–5 hoursFinal Leg: About 50 minutes by car to Château de Presque Train to LimogesRoute: Paris → LimogesDuration: Approximately 3–3.5 hoursFinal Leg: About 2–2.5 hours by car Trains depart from major Paris stations (such as Gare d’Austerlitz or Gare Montparnasse). Rental cars are available at train stations, or guests may arrange taxis or private transfers. Getting to the Château Due to the château’s countryside location, renting a car is strongly recommended for flexibility and ease of travel. Taxis and private drivers are also available but should be booked in advance.

Madison & Royce

Madison & Royce

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