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Near Aubeterre,Peaceful Cottage With Lovely Views and Pool in the Dordogne

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A stone building with a staircase leading to a door, surrounded by greenery and flower beds.
A cozy living room with a checkered sofa, a small wooden table, and a television mounted on the wall.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a sink, and a window. There is a coffee maker on the counter and a bread box.
A backyard with a swimming pool, a wooden deck, and a grassy lawn with lounge chairs.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Dive into relaxation
    Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • A quiet escape
    Guests like the location for the peace and quiet.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Festalemps, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
  • Place, Tourism Office of Ribérac
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Monolithic Church of Saint-Jean
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Aubeterre-sur-Dronne Tourism Office
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bergerac (EGC-Bergerac - Perigord - Dordogne)
    ‪70 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

2 bedrooms (sleeps 3)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Near Aubeterre,Peaceful Cottage With Lovely Views and Pool in the Dordogne

Pretty little cottage/gite in old farmhouse with 2 bedrooms, shower room and open plan living room and kitchen. Rural and peaceful, but only 10mins from the riverside beaches of Aubeterre, St Aulaye and Lake La Jemaye, and their various restaurants and watersports. Within an hour of the world famous cognac distillery, and the world heritage site of St Emillion, for its famous wines.
There is also a golf course with in easy reach of the cottage.

Free wi-fi is available.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 8142215
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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Festalemps

Located in Saint-Privat-en-Périgord, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Moulin de la Veyssiere and Château de Montreal are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Monolithic Church of Saint-Jean and Château de la Mercerie. Travelling with kids? Consider Safari Parc of Haute-Saintonge, or check out an event or a game at Circuit de Haute Saintonge. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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Festalemps, Nouvelle-Aquitaine

What's nearby

  • Tourism Office of Ribérac - 12 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Monolithic Church of Saint-Jean - 16 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Aubeterre-sur-Dronne Tourism Office - 16 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Saint-Jacques Church - 16 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Trarieux Square - 16 min drive - 13.7 km

Getting around

  • Saint-Aigulin La Roche Chalais Station - 26 min drive
  • Bergerac (EGC-Bergerac - Perigord - Dordogne) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café des Colonnes - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪L"Échappée Gourmande - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪La Strada 20 - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Lapradza - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Near Aubeterre,Peaceful Cottage With Lovely Views and Pool in the Dordogne have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Near Aubeterre,Peaceful Cottage With Lovely Views and Pool in the Dordogne pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Near Aubeterre,Peaceful Cottage With Lovely Views and Pool in the Dordogne?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Near Aubeterre,Peaceful Cottage With Lovely Views and Pool in the Dordogne?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Near Aubeterre,Peaceful Cottage With Lovely Views and Pool in the Dordogne?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Near Aubeterre,Peaceful Cottage With Lovely Views and Pool in the Dordogne located?

Located on a river, this family-friendly cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of Tourism Office of Ribérac, Monolithic Church of Saint-Jean and Trarieux Square. Saint-Jacques Church and Aubeterre-sur-Dronne Tourism Office are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay with hosts living next door nothing was to much trouble to ask for any help required was done straight away excellent
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 September 2026
Many thanks Colin. It was a pleasure to meet you all and the dog was so well behaved !
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Endroit calme pour repos, tres bon accueil des hotes avec des produits en guise d'accueil (vin, croissants, etc... ) hotes toujours a l'ecoute. Seul bemol la piscine est agreable mais en vis a vis direct avec les proprietaires donc pas d'intimité.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charme et tranquillité

Nous avons passé 13 jours en famille absolument délicieux chez Elizabeth. Tout d’abord la maison est très bien située pour rayonner dans le Périgord et même en Charente toute proche. Ensuite, ce charmant cottage a un magnifique jardin et une piscine des plus agréable. Cette maison est décorée dans un style vintage qui lui donne tout son charme . Enfin (voir en premier lieu), Elizabeth est une femme adorable, très accueillante, absolument charmante, une excellente voisine très discrète et néanmoins tout à fait présente lorsqu’on a besoin d’elle. Thanks again dear Elizabeth for your welcome, your help, your kindness, it was really lovely to be in your house ! Merci beaucoup and see you soon I hope ! Take care, Cristina & Eric & Wystan & Teresa
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

En vacances comme à la maison 😎

En famille avec de jeunes enfants nous avons passé un séjour confortable et convivial dans ce joli petit gîte. Bien aménagé et très bien équipé, nous y avons simplement posé nos valises et nous y avons trouvé tout ce dont nous avions besoin pour se sentir comme à la maison . L'extérieur avec la piscine a plu à toute la famille. Quel agréable séjour.... Je voudrais aussi parler de l'accueil chaleureux de Beth, de la présence discrète mais toujours disponibles de Findlay et Beth pour répondre à nos besoins. Thank you so much Beth and Findlay, we spent a very pleasant time in your gite... Cécile and family
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Accueil chaleureux

Malgré un temps incertain, nous avons passé un beau séjour à Festalemps! Le gîte présente toutes les commodités nécessaires, le jardin et les environs sont parfaits pour venir en vacances avec son animal! Merci Elizabeth pour votre accueil chaleureux
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quality accommodation in a peaceful setting

Everything about this property was just as described. It had a comfortable cottagey feel about it, beautiful decoration, and the kitchen was very well equipped with no lack of crockery, cutlery or cooking utensils. The weather was mixed during our stay but having the pool on the hot days was a real bonus. Being able to receive British TV channels was also great. We spent a very peaceful week in the area and thoroughly enjoyed being out in the middle of the countryside. Elizabeth and Findlay were great hosts, very discreet but available whenever needed. I can definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Une parenthèse enchantée !

Ce fut un séjour formidable dans un petit cocon charmant, très calme et reposant. Le jardin est un havre de paix et tout à fait adapté aux chiens (l'endroit est bien clôturé) et de nombreuses balades sont possibles à proximité. La piscine est également très agréable. Je rajouterai que Beth et son époux ont été d'une gentillesse et d'une sollicitude extrêmes ! Ce fut un plaisir de les avoir rencontrés !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Calme et détente

Nous avons séjourné une semaine dans le gîte d’Elizabeth. Accueil chaleureux et bienveillant - Maison bien équipée et au calme Compter 15min de voiture pour vous rendre dans des aires de loisirs nautiques pour profiter des plages ruisseau - les enfants ont adorés ! Il manque juste une boulangerie dans le village de Festalemps pour être au top avec les croissants et le pain frais au petit déjeuner ! Nous recommandons !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2023
Thank you so much Elise it was a pleasure having you and the family. Your children were fantastic and Goose ,the dog ,was so well behaved we never knew he was there! Elizabeth
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cadre reposant et agréable

Location très agréable et cosy. Très propre, jardin très bien entretenu. Les propriétaires très sympathiques et avaient prévu des petites attentions ( eau jus de fruits vin fromage...) Cadre très calme et reposant pour des vacances
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just what we needed

We had a great stay, the location was just right for us and only a short drive for all your needs. The gite was well presented Beth and Finlay were on hand if needed for help and advise. We intend to return later in the year
Stayed 30 nights in May 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Très bon séjour

Nous avons passé 3 semaines chez Elizabeth et sa famille qui ont été à la fois prévenants et discrets. Le gîte est très bien équipé, au calme, avec un petit jardin (et sa piscine !) bien agréables. Bref, le genre d'endroit où on se sent comme chez soi et dont il vaudrait mieux ne pas trop faire la publicité si on souhaite pouvoir y retourner avant qu'il ne soit pris d'assaut ! :-)
Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Super vacances le cadre est génial.

Très belle location tout confort, les propriétaires sont aux petits soins tout en étant très discret.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2023
Merci beaucoup ! It was a pleasure having you. Elizabeth
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heaven

After a very disappointing stay in another HomeAway property it was wonderful to arrive to a very warm welcome at Beth & Findlay's lovely little cottage. The welcome pack is a lovely touch, and the cottage is very well thought out and well equipped. You do need to drive everywhere as there are no shops or restaurants within walking distance, but as long as you're happy with that then this place is a dream. The pool is positioned wonderfully overlooking the fields, but at times was not overly inviting as it was cloudy and we did have to keep clearing leaves and dead flies. As far as we're concerned that's the only area where there is a little room for improvement, as everything else was just lovely.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2023
Many thanks guy's,it was a pleasure having you ! Point taken about the pool,found out a filter was faulty on the robot,all fixed now but thanks for letting us know. Regards Elizabeth
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10/10 Excellent

Les vacances idéales

Tout était parfait! L'accueil d'Elisabeth et de sa famille est un modèle du genre, chaleureux et simple, elle vous indiquera les merveilles à découvrir en Dordogne et les bonnes adresses pour se restaurer....une gentillesse à toute épreuve. Le gite est confortable, décoré avec gout et d'une tranquillité qui ravira quiconque recherche des vacances sereines et reposantes....et le petit plus, la piscine pour se rafraichir des visites indispensables à faire dans ce Périgord riche en histoire. Nous ne pouvons que recommander cette adresse pour toute ses qualités. Thanks to Elisabeth & her family Daniel et Nadzeya
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2023
Daniel and Nadzeya were my first French guests and what a pleasure it was to have them stay. They were gracious and kind and we would love to see them again. Many thanks for choosing our gite, you are always welcome. Elizabeth
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10/10 Excellent

Beautiful gite, can not fault our stay here. Surrounding towns lovely. We had a lovely stay!

Beautiful gite, friendly owners. Surrounding areas lovely to visit for food. Enjoyed the garden with our dog. Would return again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Pretty, cosy little cottage!

We spent a lovely, comfortable 3 night stay in this pretty little cottage whilst house hunting in the area. Beth made us very welcome supplying us with everything we needed - we can't wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2023
Good luck with the house hunting ! Beth
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10/10 Excellent

Prettily perfect

Arrived to a warm welcome. My mum immediately claimed the armchair next to the brilliant pellet burner. The cottage was warm, comfortable and thoughtfully laid out. Garden perfect for our dog. Beth and family couldn't do enough for us from the basket of food on arrival to arranging our vet appointment for worming tablet. Would definitely recommend to anyone staying in this area. You do need to drive for shops and bars but that is typical of rural France. Loved it.
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2023
Many thanks Teresa, it was a pleasure to have you and good luck with the house !
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10/10 Excellent

Thank you so much for a most wonderful holiday!!

It's always difficult to sum up feelings about a holiday in so few words but, for us, the memories will be detailed and long lasting. The fine line between 'being there' for guests but allowing them space must be hard to master but Beth, Findlay, Garry and Guy have certainly got it just right. We have really enjoyed our conversations but have also appreciated the opportunities to enjoy the gite, the garden, the pool and the times to relax as a family. 'Home from Home' comes to mind when we think of the comforts within the gite itself. It has been so comfortable. I have to say that the pool has been a real bonus, especially for our son. Our young Labrador has also welcomed the 'play sessions' with the owner's dogs Tao, Bebe and Teddy, and with Garry whenever he was watering with the garden hose! Beth and her family and friends have been so kind. The early mornings with mist rolling off the adjacent field, the excellent weather and the sunset in the evenings can't be forgotten. Thank you so much for a most wonderful holiday!! Richard, Laura and Joe (Bedfordshire)
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10/10 Excellent

Perfect Stay with Generous and Friendly Hosts

From the very beginning, our hosts were incredibly helpful and generous. They picked us up from the train station and took us to their cozy and warm cottage in the beautiful French countryside. Beth and Findlay made sure that we were never wanting and we became friends almost immediately. The cottage is well-equipped and right out of a fairytale. We honestly wish that we could stay there forever - a great mix of accommodating hosts and comfortable lodgings. Highly recommended for anyone who wants to see vineyards, beautiful old towns, and peaceful country while not worrying about anything. Thanks Beth, Findlay, and family!
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2023
Many thanks, it was a pleasure to have you both ! Elizabeth
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10/10 Excellent

Ideal destination to explore the area

The cottage was perfect for our purposes as a great setting from which to get to know this area, with easy access to both Aubeterre & Verteilac. Very comfortable, spotless & welcoming. The wood burner, which uses wood pellets & is on a timer, kept us very cosy in the chillier early mornings & evenings & was a delight to come back to. Beth & her family were extremely friendly & helpful.
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2023
Many thanks Elizabeth ,it was a pleasure having you !
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10/10 Excellent

Wonderful

We've just returned from a week in the Dordogne and can't recommend this lovely cottage highly enough. In a peaceful location, it was really well equipped and we had absolutely everything we needed for a comfortable stay with our three year old son, and two dogs. Our host, Beth, and her family were very friendly and helpful, and we would stay here again in a heartbeat if we return to the region.
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2023
Many thanks to Angela and Laurie, I am just very glad that they were comfortable and happy with our cottage.
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10/10 Excellent

Lovely relaxing holiday

My husband and I had a lovely week at this charming gite. Beth was very helpful and did everything possible to make sure that we enjoyed our stay and had all that we needed. It is situated in the middle of beautiful, peaceful countryside and there are lots of attractive towns and villages to visit in the local area. We would highly recommended.
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2023
Many thanks, it is good to know that you were happy and comfortable in the cottage.
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10/10 Excellent

Couldn't have asked for more!

We had a most wonderful week at Beth and Finlay's gite. We second everything that has been said. So warm and friendly it was like staying with friends. The gite lacked for nothing and is in a beautiful, rural location. We walked down the lane and watched the sunset every evening with awe. We would definitely like to stay again because it would be difficult to imagine a more peaceful, relaxing place to stay. Paul and Lisa, St. Albans
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2023
Many thanks, what a wonderful response !
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10/10 Excellent

Beautiful Rural Retreat

Fab little gite in a great location. Wonderful welcome from Beth and Finlay. Everything supplied that you will need for a pleasant stay, Truly a cut above the average, if you are thinking of booking for Summer 2015, do not delay - they are sure to be booked out !
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10/10 Excellent

Loveliest holiday gite ever!

This charming, idyllically situated and beautifully furnished gite was our base for a week's holiday in the Perigord Vert earlier this month. We were warmly welcomed by Beth, who lives next door and was kindness and hospitality itself. She really went above and beyond to make ours a comfortable and enjoyable holiday and treated us like old friends, happy to give advice and assistance wherever needed. We spent a magical week in the region and found the gite to be exceptionally comfortable, very well equipped and the finishing touches to the lovely chic decor made us feel well and truly at home. Everything that we could possibly need had been provided- the beds and sofas were comfortable, the shower was powerful, ample towels and a hairdryer were provided, and the kitchen was perfectly kitted out with high quality items. Above all, the gite felt like it have been loved and looked after, and so it was a home from home for us. The location is perfect for those countryside-lovers who want peace and tranquility whilst still being ideally situated to visit the sites of the area- the fabulous village of Aubeterre, Riberac, the nearby lake beaches, chateaux and sites of the north west Dordogne such as Brantome and Perigeux. The views from the bedroom window are charming and the surrounding countryside is beautiful- completely unspoilt. On the hottest days we reveled in being able to use the pool and private garden. We drove down in order to see more of France, but there are such good links to Bergerac and Bordeaux airports that this would be a more quick and convenient option for future. The restaurant at Verteillac, 'A Table' is particularly worth driving to for dinner if you stay here. All in all, we loved the gite so much we cannot wait to come again!

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