Les Hirondelles (6), pool, peaceful location, fantastic attractions & activities
Welcome to *Taire du Grel, Gites de Vacances*
LES HIRONDELLES GITE... The peaceful, one storey gîte 'Les Hirondelles' is set in nature, surrounded by lawns and fruit trees, with views of the forest covered valley. The wood clad building was inspired by the old tobacco barns in the region. The spacious terrace has a table and chairs, a coal BBQ and exterior lighting, the ideal place to watch the hot air balloons pass in the early evening and the starry sky at nightfall. A path from the terrace leads to the shared parking, swimming pool and play area, surrounded by lawns, and fenced around the perimeter.
Enter from the terrace through patio doors into a large kitchen / diner / lounge. The open space has a bright and fresh atmosphere, while the beams and wood-burning stove make it cosy for a winter getaway.
The hallway leads to... A tiled bathroom with shower, sink and WC. A twin bedroom (2 beds 90x200). A double bedroom (1 bed 140x200). A double bedroom (1 bed 140x200) with an attached bathroom (shower, sink and toilet). The patio doors from this bedroom also lead to the terrace. Each room has ceiling fans, black-out blinds and electric heaters.
Free wifi, Android TV, English tv, french tv, games, books, DVDs. Towels and sheets provided. Pets welcome on request. Cot and high chair available on request. There is a folder inside the gite with information on nearby attractions, activities and restaurants.
SPACES SHARED WITH 2 OTHER GITES... A large swimming pool surrounded by sun loungers and parasols. A play area with table tennis, a giant trampoline, swings, badminton and a monster made of tyres. Off road parking. A laundry room. A small honesty shop.
THE SURROUNDINGS... The gite is set in a quiet location, just outside of the bastille town of Domme, and 15 minutes from the medieval city of Sarlat. Domme is just a 15-20 minute walk from the gites, or 3 minutes by car, where you will find numerous bars, restaurants, tourist shops, a small patisserie, a Casino Contact (small supermarket), a cash machine, and a post office. Domme is a tourist attraction in itself, being officially classed as one of 'the most beautiful villages of France'. It offers a magnificent 180 degree view point across the Dordogne valley, a stalactite cave system with a glass lift looking out over the river, tours of the medieval gate towers which imprisoned the Knights Templars, and beautiful public gardens and footpaths around the ancient town walls.
THE AREA... Nestled at the heart of the Dordogne, the area is a photographers dream! The scenic views are breath-taking, and the magnificent architecture documents the area's fascinating history, with a chateau around almost every corner. Nearby attractions include sites officially listed as 'The most beautiful villages of France' including Domme, La Roque Gageac built into the cliffs, Castelnaud, Beynac, and don't forget the historic town of Sarlat and the beautiful gardens of Marqueyssac... And much more, all within a 20 minute drive!
Fantastic onsite and nearby activities (within 15 mins): Canoeing, kayaking, climbing, walking, high-ropes courses, via ferrata, gabarres, paint balling, quad bikes, fishing, golf, hot air balloons, cycling, river beaches, lake beaches, caves, castles, gardens and much more.
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Please check-out before 10am to allow us to prepare for the next guests. Please leave the gite clean and tidy as you found it, and complete the following simple hygienic gestures...
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July & August - Only accept bookings of 7 or 14 nights (sunday-sunday)
*Taire du Grel, Domme*
For hygiene reasons, please leave the gite clean - wipe toothpaste from sinks, remove hair from drains, use the toilet brush, and remove trash. Thanks
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Property # 10203706
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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
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Domme
Located in Domme, this holiday home is in a rural area. Eglise de Notre Dame de l'Assoption and Gardens of Marqueyssac are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at AirParc Perigord and Lolivarie Golf Club. Travelling with kids? Consider Les Jardins d'Eau and Écomusée de la Noix. Kayaking and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.
Office de Tourisme de Domme - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
Eglise de Notre Dame de l'Assoption - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
Gardens of Marqueyssac - 10 min drive - 9.4 km
Château de Beynac - 15 min drive - 13.5 km
Sarlat Cathedral - 18 min drive - 15.4 km
Getting around
Sarlat Station - 16 min drive
Brive-la-Gaillarde (BVE-Brive - Vallee de la Dordogne) - 64 min drive
Restaurants
La Belle Etoile - 9 min drive
Le Médièval - 3 min drive
Le Palmier - 9 min drive
O Moulin - 11 min drive
Le Belvédère - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Les Hirondelles (6), pool, peaceful location, fantastic attractions & activities have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Les Hirondelles (6), pool, peaceful location, fantastic attractions & activities?
As of 30 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Les Hirondelles (6), pool, peaceful location, fantastic attractions & activities on 30 September 2026 start from NZ$875, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Les Hirondelles (6), pool, peaceful location, fantastic attractions & activities pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).
How much is parking at Les Hirondelles (6), pool, peaceful location, fantastic attractions & activities?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Les Hirondelles (6), pool, peaceful location, fantastic attractions & activities?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Les Hirondelles (6), pool, peaceful location, fantastic attractions & activities?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Les Hirondelles (6), pool, peaceful location, fantastic attractions & activities located?
This family-friendly Domme holiday home is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Office de Tourisme de Domme, Eglise de Notre Dame de l'Assoption and Vitrac Beach. Gardens of Marqueyssac and Les Jardins d'Eau are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Week-end en famille, au pont de l’Ascension. Visites de Domme, Sarlat, divers maisons troglodytes, Grottes et autre promenades dans les villages alentours.
Dégustation de bons produits……du terroir périgourdin.
Il a fait très beau pendant ces quatre jours et il y avait beaucoup de monde à se promener….. pour le premier week-end de mai.
Il ne faut pas oublier, bien sûr, ben avec qui le Séjour prend une autre dimension…Toutes les attentions sont portées dans cette location.
C’était vraiment super, 👍
Das Ferienhaus in der Unterkunft "Taire du Grel" war sehr angenehm, den Pool haben wir sehr genossen, und Ben als Gastgeber hat uns alle Fragen kompetent und freundlich beantwortet. Vielen Dank!
Lovely home with a great host. Very helpful with getting is to the river and back for canoeing and kid perfect yard for happy hour wine. We will return!
Super accueil, discrétion et disponibilité. Gîte cosy parfaitement équipé, une laverie à disposition ainsi qu’une boutique . Nous avons passé un très bon séjour en Dordogne aux portes du Lot. Nous reviendrons sans hésiter. Merci à Ben et sa famille
We enjoyed a wonderful stay at Taire du Grel! The gite is very comfortable with ample seating space and a well equipped kitchen. Our boys particularly enjoyed the pool and the trampoline!
La maison est soignée et très agréable , bien équipée, jolie déco et l’environnement magnifique : le jardin, la piscine, les bois et les villages... un calme total. Le silence.
Et Ben est un hôte charmant.
Arrivés un peu par hasard dans cette location, nous recommandons ce bon plan!
Un sans faute : l'accueil de Ben, l'environnement, le gîte, la piscine et le trampoline dans lesquels nos petits-fils ont passé des heures....tout était parfait.
Nous reviendrons avec un très grand plaisir.
Nous avons passé un chouette séjour. La région est magnifique, le gîte est super. Petite déception a l arrivée de voir que la piscine était fermée... Nous aurions aimé en être informé avant notre arrivée.
Elodie J.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 June 2021
Merci pour vos commentaires, nous sommes très heureux que vous ayez passé un excellent séjour.
Encore toutes nos excuses pour la piscine, comme nous vous l'expliquions (et nous l'expliquons maintenant au public), nous attendions un liner de piscine depuis des mois à cause des retards extrêmes dus au Covid19. Nous nous attendions à ce qu'il soit installé les jours avant votre arrivée mais malheureusement il a été livré endommagé et a donc dû être retourné. Malheureusement, tout cela est hors de notre contrôle.
Nous espérons vous revoir à l'avenir et vous souhaitons un bel été.
Merci beaucoup
Propriétaire très accueillant jovial. Attentif à ses hôtes et discret
Arriver vendredi cadre très agréable maison bien équipé et agréable à vivre lieux idéal pour se retrouver entre amis et famille plein d'activité vraiment top
Superbe domaine, entouré de verdure. Tout y est! La piscine, les jeux qui vont avec...il y avait même un filet pour jouer au volley dans l'eau! A l'extérieur, badminton, ping pong, trampoline... Balade en canoë sur la Dordogne, possible, sur demande au propriétaire... Parfait! Bref beaux paysages, tranquillité assurée dans une région qui vaut le détour. Informations données aux vacanciers, plus que complète. Merci pour ce beau séjour passé trop vite. On en ressort bien détendus.
une très bel endroit, un propriétaire agréable et une très belle région.
nicolas S.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Philip O.
9 September 2017
Peaceful yet close to everything
Perfectly located for the river and loads of places in the region. It is a holiday you wont be spending ages in the car.
Ben was fantastic. We used his canoes, kayaks and bikes numerous times. It allowed us the flexibility to go wherever we wanted and not necessarily the tour company routes.
The gite is decorated to feel like a home, not a holiday home. The dog was allowed to wander around. All wonderful for a family holiday.
Philip O.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Catherine P.
27 August 2017
An amazing property with everything you need
We stayed in Hirondelles for two weeks during August, what a fabulous place, there is plenty to do in the local area, canoeing, cycling, climbing, towns, markets and adventure activities for the kids, 13,11 and 6. We also managed to include the odd day lounging by the pool. Ben and Maria could not be more helpful, nothing is too much trouble yet also leave you to enjoy your holiday in peace. I would not hesitate to recommend this to anyone and will definitely try to visit again.
Catherine P.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Paul H.
14 September 2016
Superb relaxing location
This was our second visit to this property and we will return again.
The property was very clean and well equipped in a wonderful scenic location.
Plenty of activities available as well including rock climbing and canoeing
Paul H.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
4 August 2016
Great week in an amazing spot.
We had a great week in Taire Du Grel, we stayed in Les HIrondelles, with 3 bedrooms and two bathrooms it was super spacious for our family of 4 and a dog. It is set in the middle of the garden with the pool very close by which was awesome. We ate every meal on the nice shady veranda (except breakfast as it was in the sun then). We had the added bonus that there were kids of a similar age in one of the other gite's so the kids had loads of fun. Hosts Ben and Maria were very informative about the area, had guidebooks and maps to offer and even directed us to a little known crag to take the kids rock climbing. The gite has canoes available and Ben dropped us off and picked us up so we could saunter gently downstream without having to paddle back.
I've never been to the dordogne before, and we barely managed to see anything in our week. We look forward to a return visit.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
simon d.
1 July 2016
Little piece of paradise !
What a wonderful place for a break ! From the moment we arrived we could not have being made more welcome. Sunny and tranquil spot was perfect for our break ( too short !). The kids loved the pool, whilst the peace and quiet was ideal for us adults.
So good to have all the places to visit within a short drive and being able to walk to the stunning village of Domme was excellent. Great facilities at the gite, everything we needed, UK tv a bonus for the kids.
We will be back !! Thanks again Ben, Maria et al.
simon d.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Katie J.
26 June 2016
Beautiful setting near Domme
Throughly enjoyed our stay! Maria and Ben welcomed us upon arrival and helped us with our luggage to the gite.
The gite was beautiful and had everything you could need! The kitchen was stocked with those little extras which you need like cooking oil, tea, coffee and we had a bottle of sparkling wine for our arrival.
The view from our patio was amazing , with no houses in site just the countryside. The pool offered a similar view.
Maria and Ben had put together a folder in the gite with information on local markets , restaurants and places to visit. We went on trips out every day and ate in some fantastic restaurants. On the last evening there was a fire work night in Domme , which was such a lovely end to our holiday.
This area is such an amazing area in France with so many places to see and places to eat, I can't recommend it highly enough!
Definately plan to visit again.
Katie J.
Response from VrboOwner on 5 March 2020
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay, and hope to see you all here again soon.
Best wishes
Ben & Maria
Archival
8/10 Good
11 May 2016
Excellent Gite with large rooms and great facilities
There were 4 of us sharing this gite on a motorcycling holiday in April. The gite is ideally situated to explore the main attractions in the area and we were made to feel very welcome by the owners and can recommend this for a large family or two families sharing the accommodation.
Sarlet is only a short distance away as is Domme and with Carnac close by there is a wealth of cafe's and restaurants on offer as well as the convenience of a supermarket, fuel station and various other shops.
If you want to just chill out or explore it is a great place to be.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2016
About the host
Hosted by Ben Frisby
We are very fortunate to live in such a beautiful place, and we're delighted to be able to share it with you. If you have any questions please don't hesitate to contact us. *Taire du Grel, Domme* www.tairedugrel.com
Why they chose this property
Peaceful location surrounded by nature, yet so close to numerous fantastic attractions and activities.
What makes this property unique
Our holiday accommodation has something for everyone, whether looking for a quiet break to relax and take in the sights, or an adventure packed holiday. Hire canoes and bicycles on-site. Family friendly, pets welcome.
Languages:
English, French
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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests