La Maison & La Chaumiere: Private Heated Pool, Spa, Sauna & Pizza Oven Sleeps 15

La Maison & La Chaumiere: Private Heated Pool, Spa, Sauna & Pizza Oven Sleeps 15

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Your own exclusive 12x6m swimming pool, for your group only. Solar heating.
Loungers and cushions and parasols. Pool towels provided.
La Maison for 11 people (another 4 places in La Chaumière).
Spa for 5 people with view of the valley and garden.
Evening spa lighting.

Overview of La Maison & La Chaumiere: Private Heated Pool, Spa, Sauna & Pizza Oven Sleeps 15

4.8 out of 5 Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Explore the area

Villetoureix, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
  • Popular LocationTourism Office of Ribérac9 min drive
  • Popular LocationAubeterre-sur-Dronne Tourism Office26 min drive
  • Popular LocationBrantôme Abbey41 min drive
  • AirportBergerac (EGC-Bergerac - Perigord - Dordogne)75 min drive

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

Bedroom 1: 160cm/5'3" bed

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2: 160cm/5'3" bed

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3: 2x 90cm beds

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4: 2x 90cm beds

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5: 1x 90cm bed

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 6: 140cm/4'6" bed

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 7: 160cm/5'3" bed La Chaumiere

1 King Bed

Large lounge: La Chaumiere: single bed + sofabed

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1: La Maison

Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2: La Maison

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3: La Chaumiere

Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

La Maison & La Chaumiere: Private Heated Pool, Spa, Sauna & Pizza Oven Sleeps 15

* Exclusive large heated private pool: 12 x 6m (40 x 20 ft) (almost 50% larger than the usual 10x5m) For your use only.

* Luxurious spa, sheltered from the sun (& rain!) with view over the valley + Wood-fired sauna

* Wood-fired pizza oven and eating area

* Spa, sauna and pizza oven also accessible by our second property (Swimming Pool, garden, terrace, barbecue for your exclusive use)

* Solar heating and insulated cover to keep the pool water warm

* Coloured underwater pool lighting

* Pool enclosed with security fences & gates, to prevent young children from entering the pool area

* Large barbecue & work surfaces on large terrace

* Wi-fi included in both houses

* Bedlinen and towels included in the price

* Sleeps up to 15: 11 people in one house, 4 in second adjacent house

* Total of 7 bedrooms: 3 king size double beds (160cm), 1 double bed (140cm), 6 single beds, 1 sofa-bed.

* La Maison: 3 double beds + 5 single beds.

*La Chaumiere: 1 double. 1 single + sofabed in large lounge.

* Baby equipment: 2 cots, 2 high chairs, baby bath & child step

* Fully equipped kitchens in both houses: Bosch dishwashers, Bosch washing machines + Bosch ovens; Panasonic microwaves ; total of 3 fridges, 2 freezers.

* Widescreen Samsung 55” Ultra HD television with UK & French TV channels plus Blu-ray / DVD player, Sony hi-fi

* Games field: table tennis, badminton, volleyball and football, plus a large nature area and swings

* Village: 2 minutes away by car, with village shop with daily bread deliveries and bar/restaurant

* Town: 5 minutes by car, for all amenities: shops, supermarkets, restaurants, cafés, pharmacies, doctors, weekly market etc

* Within easy reach of many tourist attractions: Brantome, “the Venice of the Dordogne”, caves, chateaux, lakes, canoeing, golf etc

* Perfect for a quiet relaxing holiday with family or friends in the peaceful Dordogne countryside.

Reviews:

5/5 Excellent Holiday!
Very good week's vacation spent at the property of Lesley and John. The equipment lives up to the advert: the swimming pool of course, but special mention for the jacuzzi and especially for the pizza oven (I could imagine myself becoming a pizza maker). Lesley and John are charming, attentive and full of good advice. Yes, the wifi is not perfect, but is this the theme of such holidays? In short, very good stay. Highly recommend. (Florian aout 2022)

Super holiday home for family get-togethers:
Our family had a wonderful stay here. The property was great for our group of 12 people, including a baby, small children and grandparents. The small house worked well for the grandparents, as they could get up and go to bed when they wanted, and had somewhere quiet to retire to for a nap or just some peace and quiet, but could still join us for meals in the big house. The beds were very comfortable. All facilities were well maintained with the dishwasher an essential for a stay without any hassle. The kitchen was very well equipped, so we never lacked any equipment. The big freezer was a great help, even though the shops are only 5 minutes away. We especially liked the terrace, well shaded from the sun during the day, and well lit in the evening for family meals, with a view of the pool lit underwater. (The kids loved the "disco" lights, but we adults preferred the more subtle lights.) Obviously the pool was a success with the whole family, and the pool remains clean thanks to a robot that fascinated us all. Security fences were very appreciated as there were young children, so we could relax without worrying that children could fall into the water. The spa was great, very relaxing, with a view of the garden and the valley, but still private and protected from the sun. The amount of visits in the region surprised us. We did not expect much, but when we were forced to abandon the pool after too much sun, we discovered many visits easily within an hour by car. Visit number one for me was the monolithic church at Aubeterre, but the children preferred canoeing and horse riding. The market at Ribérac was wonderful, with so many people and stalls. There are many walks very close by, especially after too many large lunches! The best restaurant was at Siorac, Le Lavoir, a picturesque village very close by, but there was plenty of choice at the supermarkets and market to cook at home. The owners were nice and friendly and very good at dealing with the bees nest which appeared during our stay. Without hesitation we would recommend this property and hope to return soon. (Sian Surrey, UK)

Super summer holiday for all the family !
We - a family of 12 people - loved the holiday we spent at La Maison/La Chaumière. Everyone, from the great grandmother (94 years old) to the twins (5 months), found an ideal place for both activity and relaxation. The house is well equipped, clean and comfortable. All equipment: dishwasher, freezer, washing machine, make the daily life of a large family much easier. We enjoyed dining on the terrace which is shaded at lunch time when the sun is hot, and refreshing in the evening. The barbecue was also much appreciated. The beds are good and extra equipment for babies was provided by the owners. As most of us had busy lives before reaching Villetoureix, we spent a lot of time relaxing and swimming, so the pool and spa were most welcome. Among us, there was a seven year old girl and we were reassured by the security fence that limited access to the pool. In the evening we played Mölkky (Finnish bowling) on the lawn near the pool. The TV room was perfectly suited to watching DVDs. The kitchen was also a nice place to get together with family and play board games. John and Lesley were very friendly and were helpful. They also gave us good tips for shopping in the region. Riberac market is a marvel. As we enjoy good food, it was a pleasure to buy fresh fruit and vegetables from local farmers. We also enjoyed boating on the river, and a few walks in the neighborhood. We enjoyed visiting Romanesque churches. Regarding the restaurants, we went to Le Lavoir where we received a warm welcome and experienced simple and good cuisine. La Maison & La Chaumière is a place we would recommend to our family and our friends. We would also go back without hesitation. (Martine, Yvelines, France )

Magnificent holiday home
We really appreciated this holiday home where we spent a week holidaying with family and friends. It is spacious, very well maintained and very well equipped. The big pool is very pleasant. We made good use of the spa (guaranteed relaxation) whilst the children played table tennis or were in the pool. The owners John and Lesley look after their guests very well. The children and adults all enjoyed the pizza evening where the children had to prepare and cook their own pizza in the oven built by John. Everyone had a good time. We also went visiting in the area - our favourite visit was the church built into the rock at Aubeterre, a very unusual building not to be missed. There are also the villages of St Jean de Cole and Brantome which are a must. At Brantome we hired canoes with the children - a pleasurable experience. I recommend this holiday home to people in search of a relaxing time with family and / or friends. (Evelyne N. France)

Fantastic holiday here Everyone enjoyed it - something for everyone - the kids loved the games field - the adults loved the spa - and both loved the pool. Booking was easy - all questions answered promptly - proper contract exchanged. The gardens were well looked after - the pool was spotless - loungers - lovely terrace with huge tables and great lighting. Kitchen had everything and lifesaver of a dishwasher. Beds were comfortable - bedrooms were roomy and very clean. Towels came in handy so we didn't need to lug them from the UK, which meant more room for wine on the trip home! Would love to go again. (S&S, Derby, UK)

We stayed at "La Maison&La Chaumiere" for 2 weeks, sharing with another family, who we have been on holiday with for the last 8 years, in many parts of France. And we all agreed that this property was the best of the lot. The interior of the house is very well presented and equipped. We wanted for nothing. Excellent kitchen, very large flat screen tv for the odd evening in with a family film, large and shaded outdoor terrace, large barbecue, and superb pool. And at night the terrace is romantically lit, and with the coloured lights on in the pool....well, we sometimes couldn't wait for it to get dark! Truly memorable. And the spa (or hot-tub, or jacuzzi, or whatever you call it) was the 'piece de resistance'!!! We tried it at all times of the day, and just loved it. Trouble is, a spa is now on our 'must have' list for future holidays, so our choices are going to be more limited. But, to have such a luxury touch made the holiday very special: we felt like millionaires for the fortnight. We also appreciated the quality beds. We tried out a few local restaurants. All were good and excellent value. The Friday morning market was a hit with the children too. Surprisingly large for a modest sized town. The choice of food stalls kept the adults busy, while the children went off to explore the gift, jewellery and trinket stalls. Our only problem was at the end of our stay, telling the children that we had to go home. But we managed to save the tears by agreeing to a late night swim, complete with coloured lights. We have always looked for a different property each year when choosing our next holiday. But we will probably return to La Maison, as I think it is going to be difficult to beat this one. Thank you for a truly memorable holiday: our best yet! (Peter, Wales)

A place to visit again:
I recently stayed in this gite with my family. We were amazed at the first class facilities afforded to us. Tasteful furniture and accessories. Clean and tidy house. Great swimming pool for us to enjoy at any time of the day. A place to visit again. (Clockwork, Kent, UK)

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 55 lb per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Villetoureix

Located in Villetoureix, this farm stay is in a rural area. Monolithic Church of Saint-Jean and Château de Mareuil are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Regional Natural Park Périgord Limousin and La Lizonne. Discover the area's water adventures with canoeing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.

What's nearby

  • Tourism Office of Ribérac - 9 min drive
  • Monolithic Church of Saint-Jean - 25 min drive
  • Aubeterre-sur-Dronne Tourism Office - 26 min drive
  • Chateau de la Mercerie - 34 min drive
  • Brantôme Abbey - 41 min drive

Getting around

  • Neuvic Station - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • A fleur d'eau - 8 min drive
  • Café des Colonnes P.M.U - 9 min drive
  • McDonald's - 9 min drive
  • L'Escapade Gourmande - 9 min drive
  • Aux Petits Oignons - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does La Maison & La Chaumiere: Private Heated Pool, Spa, Sauna & Pizza Oven have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is La Maison & La Chaumiere: Private Heated Pool, Spa, Sauna & Pizza Oven pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 55 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at La Maison & La Chaumiere: Private Heated Pool, Spa, Sauna & Pizza Oven?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at La Maison & La Chaumiere: Private Heated Pool, Spa, Sauna & Pizza Oven?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is La Maison & La Chaumiere: Private Heated Pool, Spa, Sauna & Pizza Oven located?

This family-friendly Villetoureix farm stay is located in a rural location, 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from Tourism Office of Ribérac, and within 12 mi (20 km) of La Lizonne and Jardins du Coq. Regional Natural Park Périgord Limousin is 11.7 mi (18.9 km) away.

Reviews

4.8

Exceptional

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4.9/5

Cleanliness

4.9/5

Check-in

4.8/5

Communication

4.5/5

Location

4.5/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Anna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely peaceful place
This was a lovely place for us to stay with extended family. We hired La Maison and La Chaumiere. Really quiet. Good distance from the village and shops etc. Clean, safe pool. We made good use of the pizza oven and made probably the best pizza we've ever had. Didn't use eat sauna or spa. Would like to go back, and if so would try to hire the 2 large houses so that we get use of the large flat garden behind them which would be prefect for family football matches.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

5/5 Excellent

Colin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Hot Holiday
We were a party of 14 from 2 years to 74 during 2 extremely hot weeks at the beginning of August and consequently our holiday was centred round the excellent swimming pool and the outdoor BBQ and dining table. We found sufficient shade under the pergola by the pool to be able to read there during the hottest parts of the day. We had hired La Maison and La Chaumière which is across a country lane, occasionally used by large farm vehicles..There was plenty of space in the house and the kitchen was well equipped. Because of the heat we did not make local visits but made good use of the pool. We would highly recommend the excellent Boulangerie/Patisserie in Ribérac as well as the friendly Boucherie. John and Lesley were good hosts. We all enjoyed a first class family holiday.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

5/5 Excellent

carolyn c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great holiday!
A thoroughly enjoyable holiday was had at this well equipped property. Super facilities including a large swimming pool, hot tub, table tennis, badminton and pizza oven - all well used. Adults were able to relax in this beautiful country setting whilst the youngsters entertained themselves in the superb swimming pool and various sporting activities. Other attractions nearby are well worth a visit such as the local lake and Riberac market. The hosts John and Lesley were extremely helpful and always available for any queries. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

4/5 Good

Anne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Everything we needed for relaxing and fun family get together.
Both la Maison and la chaumiere were comfortable and we'll equipped. Lots of books, board games and outdoor play stuff, as well as lots of space in which to play. Lovely pool and outdoor dining area , providing opportunity to take in the rural landscape. The setting is quite remote with nowhere really to walk to , There were some issues with the lack of ventilation to second floor bedrooms due to tarpaulin covering roof damaged in freak hail storm a few weeks before. John and Lesley provided electric fans on Sunday after we requested them. It's a pity these were not already in the house from the outset. Overall we enjoyed the property but the location was a bit too rural and isolated for us, as we like to walk to a shop or bar. Of course these things were easily accessed by car within a few minutes drive. We wanted a relaxing family time together and this property enabled this. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

5/5 Excellent

hilke b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
perfect
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Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

About the host

Hosted by John

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After purchasing the property in 1996, for several years we "commuted" from the UK for DIY/renovation holidays (!) until we decided we preferred life in France and so moved permanently. We're sure you'll love it as much as we do... As we live close by, we are available to help you enjoy your holiday, so can help with advice on places to visit, restaurants, shopping, doctors etc.

Why they chose this property

We chose the property because of its peaceful location in the countryside, yet conveniently close to town for shopping etc. Ribérac is a sleepy rural town for most of the week, so avoiding the crowds, yet comes alive on Friday morning for the market, which is the biggest in the Dordogne. There are plenty of tourist attractions to visit in the area, many within an hour's drive and open outside of July and August, when you can drag yourselves away from the pool! And of course you can't forget the views!

What makes this property unique

The spa and sauna add a touch of luxury to your holiday, and together with the pool, terraces and games field, there is something for everyone. The pizza oven has been very popular with all our guests, with everyone having a go at baking their own pizza. As all bedlinen and towels are supplied, you can avoid the huge pile of washing at the end of your holiday, plus of course it's very convenient if you are travelling by plane. All in all, an ideal holiday location, with many of our guests returning regularly. We hope you'll love it too.

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