Rural cosy beamed cottage VF-du-Perigord log fire stunning views private terrace

3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6110 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Dryer

Check out the area

Villefranche-Du-Périgord, Nouvelle-Aquitaine

Maison de la Chataigne5 min walk
Château de Bonaguil19 min drive
Chateau des Milandes32 min drive
Bergerac (EGC-Bergerac - Perigord - Dordogne)67 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

Traditionally restored French rural cottage on a quiet road with exposed beams located between the Dordogne and Lot Valleys. This terrace offers you total relaxation and privacy after a day sightseeing to soak up the sun with local olives, du vin blanc au rouge, barbecue or simply enjoy an aperitif before a visit to the local exquisite restaurants. You can sample the local gourmet dining at Restaurant "La Bastide" or "La Petit Auberge" are recommended. There is use of a large swimming pool at local campsite (2 minutes walk from the house) for the price of purchasing ice-creams/drinks in their bar.
The house has been traditionally furnished with spacious rooms to accommodate six people and boasts a wood effect fully fitted kitchen with large stone open log fire in the lounge housing two large comfortable sofas and seating for 7 people perfect for cosy evenings, family summer and winter holidays. The Boucherie, Boulangerie and Supermarche are a short stroll and for the more adventurous canoeing and water sports are available on the Dordogne or Lot rivers.

Property manager

Rachel Watts

Languages

English, French

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Entrée du Wisteria, ca patio et barbecue.
Wisteria’s entrance, patio and BBQ.

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 8

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Not suitable for children under 8 years.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Well trained dogs downstairs only wooden stairs

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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

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

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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

About the area

Villefranche-du-Perigord

Located in Villefranche-du-Perigord, this cottage is in a rural area. Château de Bonaguil and Troglodytes Dwelling are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Domaine de Bonaguil and Domaine de Cause. Kayaking and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling nearby.

Villefranche-Du-Périgord, Nouvelle-Aquitaine

What's nearby

Maison de la Chataigne - 5 min walk
Château de Bonaguil - 19 min drive
Chateau des Milandes - 32 min drive
Chateau de Castelnaud - 32 min drive
Gardens of Marqueyssac - 33 min drive

Getting around

Villefranche-Du-Périgord Station - 4 min drive

Restaurants

Au Vieux Four - 15 min drive
La Petite Auberge - 7 min walk
Auberge des Moulins - 15 min drive
Lapeyre Philippe - 16 min drive
Prunis Christian - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rural cosy beamed cottage VF-du-Perigord log fire stunning views private terrace pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Rural cosy beamed cottage VF-du-Perigord log fire stunning views private terrace?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rural cosy beamed cottage VF-du-Perigord log fire stunning views private terrace?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rural cosy beamed cottage VF-du-Perigord log fire stunning views private terrace located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Maison de la Chataigne and within 9 miles (15 km) of SauveTerre Museum of Prehistory and Perigord en Caleche. Domaine de Bonaguil and Domaine de Cause are also within 12 miles (20 km).

9.2

Wonderful

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

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

4/10 Poor

valerie f.

8 Aug 2017

Lovely terrace with great view but all in all ...

Lets begin with the good things: a lovely terrace with a great view and enough space inside for a small family. A few minor points however: the house was not clean when we arrived, there was no television (and I love the Tour the France so i had appreciated it if the landlords had told us), there was no wifi (we knew that beforehand) and the matrasses in the two-beds bedroom were below minimum level. So, all in all, we were a bit disappointed.

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2017

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

10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

28 Aug 2016

A very peaceful , fantastic place tostay in the Dordogne.

The property is lovely. It had everything you could possibly want including games , books, bbq along with, every conceivable kitchen utensil. The owners provided very detailed instructions as to how to get there,how to get in, how to operate the appliances. It was brilliant. The property is in a gorgeous little village just a few metres along the road. We were also able to use the local campsite facilities too which was lovely.

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2016

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

8/10 Good

18 Oct 2014

A Quiet Retreat

I was slightly anxious on arriving in Villefranche after a long car journey across France from Caen but I need not have worried - everything was exactly as we'd been promised in the brochure. Trouble-free access to the key soon gave us entry to the property that was absolutely spotless and clearly well-maintained. We soon discovered that Le Coustalou was indeed a 'home from home'. The next morning on our initial sortie into the village for fresh-baked bread, it became clear that Villefranche was simply perfect for our needs : an ideal retreat from the hustle and bustle of working life and offering a splendid centre from which to discover some of the hidden corners of the Dordogne. Shopping was no problem, though it must be acknowledged that large supermarkets were at a fair distance - but the journey was a small price to pay for the benefits of being in such a charming village - besides, the local shops offered most of what we wanted. For one of our party, the highlight was the relative proximity to Perigueux and the closing stage of the Tour de France but for most of us, the best times came from the chance to explore the wonderful hill-top castles and 'bastides' and enjoy the excellent local food and wine. There are superb opportunities for walking and exploring the local area, and for those wanting more energetic activity, much is available within a short radius of the village. A word must be given to the local restaurants which were so welcoming and thoroughly merit the stars they have earned! In fact the warmth of the locals is something that will stay in our memories - the friendly toleration of neighbours and shopkeepers who struggled to understand the manic efforts of our Australian brother-in-law as he manfully tried to resurrect his schoolboy French of 50 years ago was a sheer delight to behold! That warmth and friendliness was felt from the very outset with our contact with owners, Rachel and David: their service was simply the best - prompt accurate information came our way and the financial arrangements were just as well organised (including the meticulous deposit refund). I could not fault it in any way. I sit now on a damp grey October evening thinking back over a wonderfully relaxing holiday, and in my imagination can still feel the warmth of the evening sun as I sit on the terrace of le Coustalou nursing a chilled glass of rose - Villefranche has worked its charm on me and I shall look back to returning at some point in the future

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

8/10 Good

1 Sept 2013

The Quiet Life

This was the perfect location for a relaxing holiday in rural France. The village is well placed for lots of sightseeing in the Dordogne area. The terrace is excellent for wining and dining and the views are superb. The village is exceptionally quiet and traditional, as is the property. An excellent and relaxing stay. Many Thanks.

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

10/10 Excellent

Janet H.

22 Aug 2013

FABULOUS HOLIDAY AT THIS GITE

We have had a fantastic holiday at this lovely gite. We loved being so close to the village with all the amenities on our doorstep and took full advantage of all the community activities that were taking place during our stay in the market place. We enjoyed using the local campsite pool which was very good value for the price of an ice-cream or 2. The owners of the campsite were very friendly and welcoming. There were so many lovely places to visit and we enjoyed doing some of the local circular walks. We also enjoyed meals and sitting reading on the sunny terrace, with beautiful views over the countryside and even watching shooting stars late at night. Having been to many gites in France, this was by far the best- clean, well equipped and ideally located. Although there was no dishwasher, we did not find this a problem and even found we enjoyed sharing the washing up! The owners have been very helpful at every stage in the process of booking, providing detailed information and prompt responses to queries. We would definitely recommend this gite and hope to return again soon.

About the host

Hosted by Rachel Watts

After many visits to different regions of France we were charmed by the Dordogne area in 2007. We appreciated the beauty of the countryside, the french people, their culture, local history and of course the warmer climate. We discovered a property we could buy with a view to holiday rental to share with others the peaceful ambience, exquisite gastronomy, local wines with an enticing slower pace of life. We enjoy the french language and after rekindling my school french I was hooked on learning more to have french conversation with french and english friends. We still work in England but spend our holidays here in and out of season, gradually enhancing the property and we have genuinely loved every minute of it.

Why they chose this property

Villefranche du Perigord is located in the Dordogne Valley but also close proximity to the Lot region. With both the Dordogne and Lot valley's spectacular rivers, stunning countryside, charming riverside towns, rolling hills, peaceful ambience and tranquility, magnificant chateaux, fascinating historical sites of interest we could truly lose ourselves but could find the community atmosphere within the small village if we desired. Villefranche will suit all ages and tastes with access to local nature and walks, history, sports and water activities and close proximity to popular tourist attractions and larger towns such as Perigeux, Sarlat, Domme, Monpazier, Bergerac, Villeneuve-sur-lot and Bordeaux we felt we were privileged to find such a centrally located suitable holiday property.

What makes this property unique

The house offers stunning secluded terrace views and truly comfortable beds. After renting previous gites our decision to buy a property on the edge of a village was perfect; you can be as involved with the french community as you wish whilst retaining privacy and peace located on the edge of the village. We have feedback from repeat customers who have enjoyed the benefit of walking to the interesting shops, experience the community atmosphere then return to a haven of peace hearing only birds and distant buzzards call. The property is 3-4 minutes walk from a large swimming pool with sunloungers at local campsite that offers drinks and food in their bar. Autumn/Winter holidays are popular with visitors with large open log fire and chestnut festival to offer a true "french experience".