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400-Year-Old Stone House In Lovely Medieval Market Village - Dordogne SW France

Family-friendly holiday home in Issigeac

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Your own walled courtyard, waiting for the clink of glasses & lingering meals.
Our 200 year old stone home, in the magical medieval village of Issigeac
Return from the market to our well-stocked kitchen
Relax on the ground floor - looking into the courtyard & chatting with the chef
Our tranquil main bedroom (four-poster with 190 x 160 cm/queen mattress)

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Issigeac, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
  • Place, Saint-FĂ©licien Church
    â€Ș2 min walk‬
  • Place, ChĂąteau de Castelnaud
    â€Ș50 min drive‬
  • Place, Gardens of Marqueyssac
    â€Ș52 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bergerac (EGC-Bergerac - Perigord - Dordogne)
    â€Ș14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

400-Year-Old Stone House In Lovely Medieval Market Village - Dordogne SW France

If you're looking to experience life in a French village, this is where you want to be. Named the best French village for foodies by National Geographic (2022), Issigeac is a market lover's dream. The village is home to a FANTASTIC weekly market on Sunday mornings (so it's highly recommended you start your rental on a Saturday). Just steps from our front door, you can get pretty much whatever you want to eat or drink. The market spills out from the central village square into the winding streets with fruit & vegetable stands, stalls that specialize in cheese, roast chicken, fish, oysters, olives, foie gras, crĂšpes, paella, sausages...

The village has a full range of shops (bakery, groceries, organic food, butcher, wine, magazines), as well as cafes, restaurants, hair salon/spa, yoga studio, children's playground and artists' studios.

Our house is located in the Dordogne department of southwestern France, with the nearest airport and train station (in Bergerac) are just 15 minutes away.

The house is renovated but still simple. On the ground floor, the eat-in kitchen is surrounded by warm exposed stone walls, with exposed oak beams on the ceiling. On the middle floor, there are 3 bedrooms: (two with double beds, and one with bunk beds). The entire top floor is a sitting area/lounge with a double sofa bed and single day bed.

Outdoors, relax in our grassy courtyard garden - a rarity in such a village.

We are open to having as many as 8 people, but we recommend no more than four adults, as there is only one bathroom.

Please contact us for a 20% discount if you stay 2 or more weeks.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Recycle all glass, paper products, cardboard, tins, and hard plastics in the recycling bin under the sink. If full take to any of the recycling areas.
Please put full garbage bags in the bin under the courtyard stairs. If you fill the bin in the courtyard please message us so we can empty it.
We are allowed 1 deposit in the village garbage bin per week. Extra garbage and/or unrecycled items will result in an extra charge of 15€/bag.

Important information

You need to know

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
Cashless transactions are available
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

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

About the area

Issigeac

Issigeac is home to this holiday home. ChĂąteau de Lanquais and ChĂąteau de Monbazillac are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Port Miniature and Lac de Lougratte. Travelling with kids? Consider Labyrinthe Vegetal Les Fees Meres and Zoo de Mescoules. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling.
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Issigeac, Nouvelle-Aquitaine

What's nearby

  • Saint-FĂ©licien Church - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cyrano de Bergerac Statue - 18 min drive - 21.1 km
  • Vezere Valley - 35 min drive - 43.3 km
  • ChĂąteau de Castelnaud - 50 min drive - 65.3 km
  • Gardens of Marqueyssac - 52 min drive - 67.3 km

Getting around

  • Bergerac Station - 20 min drive
  • Bergerac (EGC-Bergerac - Perigord - Dordogne) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • â€ȘLe Relais de L'Ancienne Gare - ‬15 min walk
  • â€ȘLa BruceliĂšre - ‬1 min walk
  • â€ȘLe Ch'ti Creux - ‬12 min drive
  • â€ȘLa petite treille - ‬2 min walk
  • â€ȘRestaurant le Tuquet - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 400-Year-Old Stone House In Lovely Medieval Market Village - Dordogne SW France pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 400-Year-Old Stone House In Lovely Medieval Market Village - Dordogne SW France?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 400-Year-Old Stone House In Lovely Medieval Market Village - Dordogne SW France?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 400-Year-Old Stone House In Lovely Medieval Market Village - Dordogne SW France?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 400-Year-Old Stone House In Lovely Medieval Market Village - Dordogne SW France located?

Located in Issigeac, this family-friendly holiday home is steps from Saint-FĂ©licien Church and within 9 mi (15 km) of ChĂąteau de Lanquais and Vignoble des Verdots. Labyrinthe Vegetal Les Fees Meres and La Ferme de Michaumaille are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thaddeus C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
In October, Issigeac is pretty quiet except for Sunday market and some music Wednesday night at Andy’s Bar. I hear quite a bit busier in summer! I spent my days exploring the area on a bike and working at a friend’s farm near-by. Really enjoyed my stay here and highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenys W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was well appointed and perfectly positioned in the village. We couldnt have asked for a better place for a rekaxing week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan R.

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

Great stay!

We had been aware of this historic and comfortable retreat for many years, and finally had the chance to go. Highly recommended.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming medieval house in the centre of Issigeac. Everything was at our disposal and excellent communication from Lee-Anne when we cldnt find the hairdryer! So many different villages within half an hour’s drive and lots to do - lots of information about what to do etc was given and was v helpful! A lovely stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

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

Lovely spot

Cute little village in the midst of many things to do. Home is well equipped, safe and comfortable. Very much enjoyed my visit thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew J.

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

French Village Life

Lovely stay in stunning medieval village which is still vibrant today. Within easy reach of plenty of other villages, towns, lakes, rivers, castles, etc. A great spot from which to explore, with the bouse having all we needed. house
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin O.

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

Trip to Issigeac

Issigeac is as charming as ever and this house is a lovely place from where to enjoy it. Comfortable and quiet, but close to the heart of the village. Recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

We had a wonderful stay a couple of small issues Only 2 of six lights working in bathroom and some people might find the lounge being on the top floor an issue Found dishwasher full
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Deborah M.

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Wonderful month in Issigeac

We had a lovely 28 day stay. Issigeac is such a charming village. With two Michelin guide restaurants only 500 meters away, a fabulous butcher shop and bakery, outstanding Sunday market, and friendly and gracious people you cannot help but love the village.My My was a great help on several occasions. Thank you so much for sharing your home with us. D Brie M
Stayed 28 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda E.

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

Character galore in this charming house and village!

The property was exactly like in the pictures and description-all of the character and charm combined with the modern conveniences we wanted. The kitchen was really well supplied and everything was clean and ready for our arrival. We especially loved the private courtyard!! The location couldn’t have been better, within the village and with all that lies around it to explore. We were able to do and see so much, everything was accessible from here. The hosts were super helpful and nice! We found the guidebook in the house a terrific resource when choosing places to visit. We’d love to return someday!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

paul b.

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

marvelous

I wanted to find a place to stay for a while (one month) to do some reading and writing. The house in Issigeac was perfect. In fact, if it hadn't already been booked, I would have preferred to spend yet another month. House is full of character, yet easy to keep tidy. Everything works. Village is charming, friendly and has all one needs. Will definitely think about a return visit.
Stayed 32 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

June S.

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

Stunning house

This house is lovely, clean, tidy and literally everything you need.Kitchen fully equipped, and lots of basics in cupboards, salt, pepper, herbs. Oils etc.. the courtyard is a suntrap and great for outside dining. Lounge is on top floor, which is a wee bit strange, but quirky, we didnt use it and spent most of time round the big kitchen table or outside. Masses of little towns and villages to visit around and near Issygeac. Bergerac 15 mins away.Local spar is expensive, but handy in an emergency, bakery is fantastic and 2 mins from house. Hair dryer gave up and owner got her friend next door to let me borrow one...life saver.All in all a most enjoyable week in the Dordogne.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vivian S.

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

The honey of our honeymoon 💛

Everything was absolutely magical!! The property was stunning!!! The kitchen was easy to navigate with all of the necessities! The location was a dream, it truly felt like a travel back into the past. The locals bars and restaurants were wonderful to explore. The community was incredibly welcoming, and we were able to get advice on all of the best foods/activities in the surrounding areas. The host were extremely thorough with their welcoming booklet with all of the details of what to do in the area. The slow life of the village was the perfect recharge that we needed. Can’t wait to return!! Side note: the house itself was incredibly clean and smelled amazing!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

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Perfect place to explore the Dordogne area

We spent two weeks at this perfectly located house in Issegiac. It had everything we wanted and needed and what lay beyond - in the village and the whole region - had some much more. The property is cosy and comfortable but extremely well equipped - if so inclined you could return home to cook every meal (although the restaurants right nearby and in every town make it a hard choice). The Sunday market in Issegiac is the best - the worst thing about it is that you will always buy more than you can eat. We were only two but the house would be great for more - an ideal family space. It's outdoor space is perfect to have a morning coffee, read a book or give kids a place to play. Would definitely go back and highly recommend.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Charming stone house in peaceful medieval village

I stayed in this home for the month of May and it was a marvellous escape. It is a beautiful historic home in the heart of a traditional french village. The people are friendly and everything is postcard perfect. The market on Sundays is the best I have seen in France! Many beautiful walks to take from the village on marked trails and with a car you can easily visit wineries, chateaus and the famous caves, Bordeaux and within a few hours you could even take a trip to Spain! (Lots of folks in town speak English if you don't speak French.) It was a wonderful time! Grateful for the experience!

10/10 Excellent

Bonita F.

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“Slice of Paradise”

My sister and myself just had the “experience of our lives” living in Issigeac for two weeks and enjoying the 200 Year Old Stone House. So glad we met Lee-Anne who told us about the house and the VRBO site. We were instantly enchanted with the village and each day we met more friends and cherished more memories. It is a warm and cozy village and the house is so authentic and inviting. Our days were spent touring the lovely countryside and coming back to “our paradise “ relaxing in the lovely yard and dining at the restaurants in town. We had tears in our “eyes as we said Au Revoir”” to our friends and village life. We will be back someday as our karma found this paradise and Lee-Anne.💕
Stayed 17 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harkiran R.

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Perfect getaway in the Purple PĂ©rigord region!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stayed in Issigeac, the house was a perfect spot to not only relax in, but it's location was wonderful to explore the surrounding region, and a bit further a field (such as Lascaux). The garden was an oasis - a verdant, rosemary scented walled area that was just right for an early morning cup of tea. I even took a nap on the "grass" one day! We appreciated the kitchen and facilities from laundry to a dishwasher. The location was super convenient for exploring the village, the Sunday Market did not disappoint and boulangerie provided fresh baguette and patisseries! The selection of restaurants and cafes for a small village were outstanding and the artsy shops and boutiques were surprisingly sophisticated. All in all, a great stay - hope to be back one day and really get to know the region better!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marie T.

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

Perfect spot

We spent a week in Issigeac in October visiting the Dordogne region. Issigeac is the perfect mix of local restaurants and shops
and has a SUPERB farmers market on Sunday mornings. The house is an absolutely charming period house that has all the modern conveniences. We enjoyed early evening drinks in the private courtyard and cooking our meals in the well-stocked kitchen. There is also a small grocer/convenience stort a two-minute walk from the house that is open all week. We had diner at L’Atelier and la Bruceliùre and would recommend both if you want to experience excellent French cuisine. Be aware, however, that many businesses are closed on Mondays and Tuesdays during the off-season, which is the price you pay to avoid the summer crowds. This is a charming spot in a historic village in a fabulous region of France. Loved our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy C.

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

Golden week in Issigeac

Our group of three adults and one tween just had a golden July week at this lovely house in Issegeac. The house is a charming mix of old and new, with thick stone walls and wooden beams straight out of Shakespeare, accompanied by modern conveniences (including fast wifi) that made our stay a comfortable one. It was well stocked with kitchen and bath supplies, and we had so much fun shopping at the outstanding Sunday farmer's market and making ourselves delicious meals to eat out in the garden. The top floor has a nice selection of English language books along with toys for kids. The village itself is unbelievably picturesque. We spent delightful moments wandering the winding passageways and frequenting the local artisans and restaurants. There is a boulangerie, grocery, bio store, pharmacy, etc. all easily walkable from the house. Issegeac also makes a perfect home base for exploring the Perigord region. Within about an hour's drive, we were able to explore prehistoric caves, Medieval towns, castles, and Renaissance chateaus, canoe down the Dordogne River, taste wine at several vineyards, and see Roman ruins. We highly recommend spending a holiday at Joanna, Lee-Ann, and Doug's warm and welcoming house in Issegeac!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Odile P.

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

Lieu sympa

Nous recommandons cette location, une maison qui a une ùme, au centre d'un village pittoresque, avec des propriétaires à l'écoute.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

valerie v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Village et location agréables mais attention aux prestations annoncées !

Notre sĂ©jour ne s'est pas passĂ© comme nous l'aurions souhaitĂ© car toutes les prestations annoncĂ©es n'Ă©taient pas disponibles: pas de connexion internet (il n'y avait pas de box et pas de 4G dans la maison ni d'ailleurs quasiment aucun rĂ©seau), pas de machine Ă  laver non plus. La propriĂ©taire a oubliĂ© de nous en informer et pour ce dĂ©sagrĂ©ment nous a dĂ©dommagĂ©. Mais les vĂ©los et canoĂ« proposĂ©s dans le descriptif sont inutilisables car ensevelis sous des fientes de pigeons et de poussiĂšre, le parasol sert de nid pour les guĂȘpes et il n'y a pas non plus de parking Ă  proprement parler car c'est un parking municipal Ă  100m de la maison (la maison n'y a pas de place rĂ©servĂ©e). Il y a aussi dans le descriptif des Ă©lĂ©ments tel que sĂšche-cheveux ou grille pain que l'on a pas trouvĂ©. Les placards Ă©taient remplis de nourriture si bien que l'on ne pouvait pas ranger nos courses. MalgrĂ© tout ça, location calme et village sympa. Assurez-vous juste que toutes les prestations proposĂ©es sont bien disponibles.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Marie-Laure M.

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

TrĂšs beau village

Issigeac est un trÚs beau village pittoresque, excellent point de départ pour découvrir la région. La maison est "dans son jus", mais cuisine et salle de bain sont bien équipées. Lors de notre séjour, internet et la TV ne fonctionnaient pas (il faut sortir de la maison pour avoir du réseau), nous avons profité de la bibliothÚque anglophone et des DVD à disposition. Environnement trÚs calme mais proche des commerces.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

mp l.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

excellente semaine

La maison est trĂšs bien placĂ©e dans le village, proche de tout et en mĂȘme temps au calme. Elle est rustique mais agrĂ©able Ă  vivre. Le jardinet est petit mais bien orientĂ©. Il y a absolument tout ce qu'il faut pour la cuisine, les draps, les serviettes etc. Tous les commerces sont prĂ©sents dans le village, pas besoin de prendre la voiture pour les courses. Le marchĂ© du dimanche est un vrai rĂ©gal. Parfait!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kari K., Vancouver

A perfect home with mix of history and modern conveniences in a small but amazingly vibrant village

The home itself is wonderful. Lots of room for our family of 5; everything you could need from the fully equipped kitchen to the upper floor with amazing books and games. Mike and Joanna have taken the time to provide detailed information about the running of the house, and all that is happening and to be enjoyed in the village and area.With this information we had some of the most excellent adventures. Our first day we were thrilled with the huge market, followed that evening by a village wide music festival! Despite being a small village, there are great shops for food, wine, restaurants and local artisans. Whether you're looking for a home base for adventures or a sanctuary to simply sit in the courtyard and read a book, this home will be just what you need.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Richard T.

Wow, great house, wonderful village

We go to France almost every year and this was such a memorable trip. The house is great, everything you could want to cook, chill out and even all the stuff you need to make a picnic and take it with you. Beautiful lake nearby with a wonderful beach, great for kids. The village was really active with wonderful markets and other events. Sunday market is not to be missed and the food market in the week is a gem. Mike, the owner is great. Wonderful communication and nothing was a problem. Thanks for letting us stay Mike, well be back!

About the host

Hosted by Joanna, Lee-Anne and Doug (owners)

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Hello! Welcome to our slice of paradise. We're delighted to share our fantastic village with you. Joanna has owned the home for almost 20 years, while Lee-Anne and Doug are recent co-owners. All three of us are fueled by adventure, which has taken us the world over in our travels (you will see some of our treasures collected from afar in our home). We are Canadians, though Joanna has a ton of English relatives and Doug and Lee-Anne live in Kenya. We trust you will enjoy the simple pleasures of this ancient house, village, and region as much as we do.

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with house and the village's charms. It is an amzing place to stay and rest if you don't want to move or to use as a base for exploring the region.

What makes this property unique

National Geographic has named Issigeac the number one village in France for food lovers. http://ow.ly/WV5A50JjrLv

Languages:

English, French

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