Cozy Medieval Village House in Domme, Dordogne

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Mountain view

Check out the area

Domme, Nouvelle-Aquitaine

Office de Tourisme de Domme3 min walk
Gardens of Marqueyssac7 min drive
Office de Tourisme Sarlat Perigord Noir15 min drive
Bergerac (EGC-Bergerac - Perigord - Dordogne)83 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1 - Top floor

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2 - Chambre d'Amis

1 Double Bed

Convertible bed(s)

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 - ground floor

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2 - Chambre d'Amis

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining Area

About this property

Picture yourself waking up in this two-bedroom, two-bath, 14th century house! Domme, a wonderful medieval bastide town in Southwest France, holds the honor of being voted one of France's most beautiful villages. Ideally situated on a quiet street, this charming stone house--'La Belle Petite Maison'--and streetscape appeared on the cover of Travel + Leisure magazine in 2003 for a cover story entitled “The Heart of French Country.” The house has been furnished using a mixture of both antique and new French oak furniture.

Dine in the kitchen at the large table or enjoy outdoor dining just out the glass door which opens onto the very private garden patio. In the second floor salon, a glass door leads to a lovely balcony with table and chairs, providing a stunning view of the ancient Delbos gate, and the hills to the South. The balcony makes a lovely spot to relax and enjoy coffee, tea, or an apero.

Given the location of the house within Domme, visitors can easily walk to the local museum and tourism office, the cave, gardens, wonderful restaurants and shops—as well as enjoy the village market on Thursday mornings! Fresh croissants for breakfast are only a few steps away. Stroll along the esplanade in the evening to watch the sun set over the valley below or walk the ancient ramparts around the village.

On the edge of a cliff, Domme offers a vast panorama over the Dordogne River valley. Enclosed by walls, this bastide village founded by Philip the Bold in 1283, tells of its glorious past through its fortified gates and towers, where Knights Templar were once imprisoned. The visitor will also discover the consuls’ and the goldsmiths’ houses, the old covered market and the governor’s hotel. Domme offers the green luxury of its suspended gardens above the Dordogne valley and a fascinating cave (grotte) below. Domme provides an ideal location to visit the Dordogne’s many places of interest such as the numerous chateaux, prehistoric caves, spectacular gardens, museums, churches, villages and artisan’s studios--all an easy day-trip away!

Additional information on the many area activities are available at the house or from our property manager.

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Property manager

Stephany Madsen

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Mountain view

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Washer

Free WiFi

Microwave

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock

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

Domme

This holiday home is located in Domme. AirParc Perigord and Lolivarie Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Vitrac Beach and Jardin des Enfeus. Gardens of Marqueyssac and Écomusée de la Noix are also worth visiting. Kayaking and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with rock climbing and cave exploring nearby.

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Domme, Nouvelle-Aquitaine

What's nearby

Office de Tourisme de Domme - 3 min walk
Gardens of Marqueyssac - 7 min drive
Chateau de Castelnaud - 11 min drive
Sarlat Cathedral - 15 min drive
Office de Tourisme Sarlat Perigord Noir - 15 min drive

Getting around

Sarlat Station - 18 min drive
Brive-la-Gaillarde (BVE-Brive - Vallee de la Dordogne) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

Le Médiéval - 1 min walk
Le Belvédère - 5 min walk
Le Palmier - 6 min drive
Le Patio - 7 min drive
La Plage de Castelnaud - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Medieval Village House in Domme, Dordogne pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Medieval Village House in Domme, Dordogne?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Medieval Village House in Domme, Dordogne?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Medieval Village House in Domme, Dordogne located?

Situated in Domme, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Office de Tourisme de Domme and Eglise de Notre Dame de l'Assoption. Vitrac Beach is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

9.8

Exceptional

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7.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

6/10 Okay

Mark N.

22 Aug 2022

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Cleanliness

Lovely location. Property sub standard

We were disappointed with the property. We felt that the outdoor furnishings were cheap and outdated - a green plastic table and chairs and torn umbrella in the courtyard , and dead plants, for example. A lot could be done quite easily to make it a more pleasant stay. The lack of air conditioning in the top bedroom made it unbearable to sleep in (to use the fan the main light had to be left on). Cleanliness in the house was below standard. The bedrooms were covered in dust, outside bin was left full of rubbish. The kitchen shelves had obviously not been cleaned for a long time and the rugs not shaken out since before the pandemic. I would advise not to look under the beds! There was no Wi-Fi for the first 5 days of the holiday and we had to call the letting agent several times which impacted on our relaxation time. Great location but sub-standard accommodation which could be sorted with a little care.

Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linn V.

28 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Domme House

The house was an interesting home with a lot of character - a very traditional village home. The location was good - close to municipal parking and many of the village amenities. It was also a good base for exploring the Dordogone Valley. There were several English language books on French cooking and the regional wineries that were very helpful. Two suggestions are to include more information on the history of the house and to upgrade the furniture on the patio off the kitchen. Overall - a wonderful visit.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nathan D.

7 May 2017

Magnificent facility and location to explare Dordogne Valley

We were two couples who spent a week here. The facility is charming, well furnished and perfect for us Being right in the middle of the bastide town we were able thoroughly enjoy just walking around the town at different times of the day (especially enjoyable were the evenings after all the day tourists had left). We had several meals on the patio. The town is ideally located to explore the Dordogne Valley from Bergerac to all points east. What was especially appreciated and most impressive was the property manager's instant response to making a small but important repair in the bathroom. We have nothing but wonderful memories. We laughed a lot, drank and ate a lot, and thoroughly absorbed the Dordogne Valley from this wonderful house. Two couples could not ask for a better place.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Maggie s.

11 Aug 2016

Great house, great stay!

La Belle Petite Maison is a charming house in a pretty perfect location! My husband and I have been to Domme several times, but this was our first stay in this house. We will go back! The house is just as described, only better. We were surprised at the size - it's not so petite! It's very comfortably furnished and pretty, with everything you could need - including full size washer and dryer, and WIFI! (Not every place has that). The house also has a wonderful feeling of privacy, with a locking courtyard gate. We were there in the middle of July, and were a bit worried about parking, but the local management lady, Melanie, showed us her "secret" parking spots. So not a problem. This house gets a total thumbs up from us!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jo S.

13 Oct 2015

La Belle Petite Maison

A lovely cottage, perfect for two couples, although we were only one. The kitchen has everything you need to cook up a storm and all the rooms are nicely furnished and comfortable. Lovely to sit on the terrace at the end of the day and watch the hot-air balloons rise over the valley. Domme is a perfect bastide village with several good restaurants and bars. It has a small grocery store with the basics, but Cenac at the foot of the hill has a Carrefour with everything you need. Great spot for checking out all that the region has to offer. We would definitely recommend it. The only (minor) drawback was that there were no English-speaking channels on the TV. However, there was a good supply of DVDs and, after all, we didn't go there to watch TV.

About the host

Hosted by Stephany Madsen

Domme is a lovely village for strolling almost any time of day or evening. Lovely gardens, charming old homes, delicious restaurants, and special shops all beckon. Buzz and his wife Stephany have never tired of walking the streets and lanes of Domme in nearly 20 years!

Why they chose this property

In May of 2005, my husband and I finally returned to Europe after an absence of nearly 20 years. Neither of us would have imagined 20 years ago that our return would be to Southwest France—we would have been certain that it would be to Cornwall or Denmark (both homes of our ancestors). In the fall of 2004, we received a travel brochure from one of the universities I attended which invited me to join a tour of village life in France. I was stunned by the beauty of the photos. I was compelled. I was also sure that we did not want to be loaded on to buses morning and evening to be trotted about the countryside. But I was sure that we must see Southwest France, the Dordogne, Perigord Noir—all quite unfamiliar to us.

With an adventurous spirit and the Internet at our fingertips, we booked ourselves nearly three weeks in France, ending in Paris, of course! But we spent two weeks in Sarlat-la-Caneda near Domme. Each day was more awesome and beautiful than the last. It took our breath away. The history! The food! The French people! The wine! The extraordinary natural beauty…. The place had utterly captured us. We returned to France in the fall and found this lovely village house!

What makes this property unique

Great local restaurants and shops within walking distance of the house (the entire village is in walking distance). Excellent wine recommendations from the local merchants. Fresh bread, elegant pastries and croissants every day. (Please say 'bonjour' or 'bonsoir' when you enter any village--or any French--business!) Enjoy the local market in the Place de la Halle on Thursdays, plus large markets in Sarlat (Wednesdays and Saturdays) and St. Cyprien on Sunday morning. Fresh fish at the market in Cenac on Tuesday mornings! My husband says the oysters are the best in the world. Canoe or kayak on the Dordogne. Tour gardens and castles. Indulge in a wonderful selection of places to visit and things to do within easy day trips from Domme. Relax on the terrace at sunset with a fine glass of local wine!

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