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Fabulous Location-Country Cottage-heated pool-sauna-Zip Line-Pool Table

Open plan lounge with vaulted ceiling and oak beams

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2 bedrooms0+ bathroomsSleeps 5

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Grand-Brassac, Nouvelle-Aquitaine

Place, Tourism Office of Ribérac
‪18 min drive‬
Place, Château de Bourdeilles
‪18 min drive‬
Place, Brantôme Abbey
‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Fabulous Location-Country Cottage-heated pool-sauna-Zip Line-Pool Table

Surrounded by stunning views, Papillon accommodates up to 5 guests with a beautiful shared heated pool and is set within 9 acres of grounds including pastureland and it's own woodland, which includes a Zip Wire ride within the trees that is surrounded by beautiful countryside. A light and spacious barn conversion has original oak beams and exposed stone walls with fire place and woodburner. Perfect for a romantic retreat or family holiday. Papillon is ideally situated if you are interested in walking, cycling, canoeing, historical architecture or wandering around the many local markets or if you just want to unwind, relax or play in the lovely heated pool . We also have many outdoor games to occupy the children such as
: Swimming Pool
: Sauna
: Zip Wire Ride
: Pool Table
: Trampoline
: Table Tennis
: Ping Pong Table
: Badminton Set
: Bar B Que
: Some Bikes Available free of charge.
The open plan living space with vaulted ceiling and original beams contains a fitted kitchen together with dining table and comfortable lounge area with wood burning stove. Kitchen appliances include washing machine, gas stove, microwave, fridge/freezer, kettle , toaster , coffee machine.
UK & French Satellite TV .
The master bedroom has double height ceilings with exposed wooden beams and period furniture. The 2nd bedroom with 2 single beds . There is also a mezzanine area with additional single bed.
The shower room is fully tiled with walk in power shower.
Stairs from the living area lead to the private rear garden / patio mainly lawned with mature trees.
The 5 x 10 heated pool and sauna is shared with another 4 bedroom house but there is plenty of space and sun loungers. Parasols also provided.
All linen and towels provided.
Papillon has a lot to offer whether planning an active holiday or whether you just want to soak up the peaceful atmosphere here while relaxing by the lovely heated pool or explore the many activities in the area. It's a great location for family, friends or couples alike.
We only accept Saturday to Saturday bookings during July / Aug

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Remove personal items and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

No more than maximum 5 guests to stay in house. Only paying guests allowed to use the facilities

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Property # 8386812

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

About the area

Grand-Brassac

Located in Grand-Brassac, this holiday home is in a rural area. Château de la Mercerie and Moulin de la Veyssiere are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Château de Bourdeilles and Château de Mareuil. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking.

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Grand-Brassac, Nouvelle-Aquitaine

What's nearby

Tourism Office of Ribérac - 18 min drive - 19.4 km
Château de Bourdeilles - 18 min drive - 19.0 km
La Lizonne - 24 min drive - 26.7 km
Château de Mareuil - 27 min drive - 29.2 km
Brantôme Abbey - 27 min drive - 31.2 km

Getting around

Marsac-sur-l'Isle Station - 29 min drive

Restaurants

‪Chez Marie - ‬11 min drive
‪Le Calice - ‬12 min drive
‪La Fin de la Faim - ‬11 min drive
‪Gay Cyril - ‬17 min drive
‪Au Bon Vivre - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Fabulous Location-Country Cottage-heated pool-sauna-Zip Line-Pool Table have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Fabulous Location-Country Cottage-heated pool-sauna-Zip Line-Pool Table ?

As of 10 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fabulous Location-Country Cottage-heated pool-sauna-Zip Line-Pool Table on 30 August 2026 start from NZ$256, 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 Fabulous Location-Country Cottage-heated pool-sauna-Zip Line-Pool Table pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Fabulous Location-Country Cottage-heated pool-sauna-Zip Line-Pool Table ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Fabulous Location-Country Cottage-heated pool-sauna-Zip Line-Pool Table ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fabulous Location-Country Cottage-heated pool-sauna-Zip Line-Pool Table ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Fabulous Location-Country Cottage-heated pool-sauna-Zip Line-Pool Table located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is within 12 mi (20 km) of Regional Natural Park Périgord Limousin, Château de Bourdeilles and Tourism Office of Ribérac. Jardins du Coq and Château de Mareuil are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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8.8/10

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9.6/10

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9.6/10

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9.2/10

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9.0/10

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8/10 Good

fabienne f.

2 August 2020

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

A relaxing stay

We had a very relaxing stay with a superb panorama from the pool over the surrounding hills.

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2020

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10/10 Excellent

monique m.

11 July 2023

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

Lovely property, secluded and in a beautiful environment,

We had a great start of our holidays here. Enjoying the lovely environment and relaxing at the pool gave us a a well deserved rest. You can easily explore the countryside and surroundig villages like Brantome, Riberac and Perigeux. Liz and Craig were very friendly hosts and gave us good suggestions for things to do and restaurants to go to.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2023

Thank you for the lovely review . We are glad you enjoyed your stay and hope you return soon

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10/10 Excellent

Wendy W.

29 August 2024

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

Perfect tranquility !

If you are looking for peace and tranquility, this little cottage has everything you need for a wonderful holiday - the photos do not do it justice. Papillon is perfect for a couple - but also has a good sized 2nd (twin ) bedroom and single mezzanine - allowing sleeping for up to 5. It is adequately equipped with the benefit of UK TV and good WiFi The pool is fabulous and the views breathtaking! Craig and Lizette are wonderful hosts and always on hand to recommend restaurants , places to go etc - always helpful when you’re not familiar with an area. We had the most wonderful time; would love to return . We recommend without hesitation.

Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

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10/10 Excellent

Jim H.

19 September 2021

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

Relaxing peaceful holiday

This was our first time in the area although we have been in rural France many times. We were lucky being off season the other property was empty so we had the pool area to ourselves. Lizette is a wonderful host, on hand if you need something, but leaves you to it if want to relax. The weather was kind so we went walking every day, there are so many walks in easy reach. Coming back for a swim in the heated pool was fabulous. Our dog made firm friends with Poppy the resident Jack Russell and they spent ages playing together. We would definitely recommend staying here if it's a rural holiday you want.

Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2021

Response from VrboOwner on 20 September 2021

Thanks Jim for your lovely comments. We & Poppy hope you return again soon Lizette & Craig

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8/10 Good

Sarah L.

22 July 2023

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Getting away from it all

Nicely converted old farm building, 2 spacious bedrooms for 4 people, with additional single bedroom in mezzanine area (although access is a bit tricky - v narrow steep stairs). Sufficiently equipped kitchen area, despite being a bit small. Lizette is a friendly and welcoming host with many recommendations for visiting the area and eating out. Very pleasant, good-size pool shared with next-door holiday rental, along with other fantastic facilities for all the family : pingpong, badminton, pool table, trampoline and zipwire. Made the most of all this and also enjoyed visiting the area - Brantome, Perigueux, Grotte de Villars, Bourdeilles, Etang de la Jemaye ... you do have to travel quite a bit as local amenities are limited although we highly recommend the bakery in Montagrier @ 5 Km. Animal-lovers can also appreciate the company of the dogs, cats and horses. Thanks for everything, Lizette and Craig

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2023

Thanks Sarah for your comments we are glad you enjoyed your stay with us . The cats and dogs enjoyed the attention from the kids and hope you return one day soon

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10/10 Excellent

Mike P.

13 September 2016

great service provided, quality accomodation and a wonderful place to stay

We booked the accommodation quite late, having tried to book a couple of other places a bit further south and then having to wait almost a whole day for e-mail replies. This however was different Lizette the owner replied back in 30 mins confirming booking request and provided contact details for any queries. We arrived at the property on the Saturday and she was on hand straight away to welcome us, explain how everything worked, talked through all the facilities etc. The property itself was clean, well maintained, and even better than the description on the website! The 2 bedrooms were much bigger than they looked online and were well furnished with loads of hangers (not always the case) the kitchen / lounge /diner was well laid out, a flat screen TV, DVD player and CD system were all provided. The mezzanine bedroom (off the lounge) would be great for a small child, although our 10 year olds used it as a reading room! and the private garden was larger than it looked in the pictures, at the rear of the property so nice and quiet with views over neighbouring fields. Also as the house was built into a slope parts of the rooms are beneath ground level meant it was nice and cool even with 36 degree temperatures. Lizette thoughtfully provided a welcome pack of bread, homemade jam and wine. there were plenty of bikes to borrow (and helmets), the pool and surrounding area was great, plenty of sunbeds for all as well as seating areas to read a book and umbrellas for shade. Also a number of inflatables for the pool were thoughtfully available. the Zipwire was great fun - Craig provided instruction on the Sunday how to use it and our girls were on it practically every day. They also loved the dog Jacko the 2 cats and the 3 horses. A comprehensive visitor guide to the area had been created by Lizette and she was happy to help with restaurant bookings etc. and provide any advice. Although in a lovely quiet area the place is well located for many local attractions, Brantome, Aubeterre, Riberac etc. all within about 30 mins drive on lovely quiet roads. Overall a great property run by someone who puts effort into providing a quality experience. I normally always mention at least something that can be improved, had to rack my brains but the only thing I could think of was bigger wine glasses, the 175ml ones meant going down into the kitchen to get the white out of the fridge more frequent! Had a great time and hope to return in the future

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016

Response from VrboOwner on 1 April 2020

Thank you Mike for your lovely review. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay here and made the most of what we have to offer and the surrounding area. We will most definitely get larger wine glasses as there is nothing better than enjoying a large , chilled glass of wine by the pool, without having to top up quite so often ! Hope to see you back here soon Best regards Lizette & Craig

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10/10 Excellent

julie l.

19 July 2025

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Tout était très bien. Les activités comme la piscine, la tyrolienne, le trampoline, les espaces pour jouer au badminton...la maison, le jardin, tout est comme dans la description. Un super endroit pour décompresser en famille.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2025

Thank you Julie for you lovely comments , hopefully next time you can stay for longer

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4/10 Poor

JEAN-MICHEL P.

1 October 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location décevante

Je n'ai pas pour habitude de laisser un mauvais commentaire mais cette location nous a trop déçu: Logement en vis à vis direct sur la maison des hôtes, pas d'intimité.Odeur et mouches dù à la proximité du box des chevaux accolé au mur d'une chambre.Escalier d'accès à la terrasse trop à pic.Télévision uniquement en anglais, l'annonce devrait le préciser plus clairement.Quand vous réservez une "propriété avec piscine CHAUFFEE" vous vous attendez à trouver une eau à 27° 28° mais certainement pas à 20°. Sinon, endroit calme mais loin de tout intérêt dans la région.

Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024

Response from VrboOwner on 15 October 2024

Je suis désolé que vous ayez été déçu par l'hébergement, je suis très surpris car nous avons normalement 4 et 5 étoiles. il précise que nous vivons sur place mais ce n'est que la porte d'entrée qui s'ouvre sur l'allée avant, vous disposez d'un jardin arrière privé. Les mouches sont normales à la campagne, et pas seulement à cause des chevaux que la plupart des gens aiment voir ou caresser. nous ne pouvons malheureusement pas changer les escaliers mais nous allons changer la télévision par un satellite français. Concernant la piscine chauffée, car il s'agit d'une pompe à chaleur de conversion et non d'un radiateur électrique comme on le ferait dans une grande piscine publique. elle n'atteindra pas 27/28 si la température extérieure n'est que de 18. il a fait inhabituellement plus froid en septembre. il y a beaucoup de belles villes à voir à 15-30 minutes en voiture

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8/10 Good

Rüdiger G.

25 September 2023

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Ruhe und Erholung pur.

Ein gelungener und erholsamer Urlaub in einer tollen Landschaft. Die Vermieterin war sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit. Wir haben jeden Tag genossen.

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

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8/10 Good

ANNIE J.

30 July 2023

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Super souvenir

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Séjour parfait

Emplacement idéal, au calme absolu. Tout confort, maison très agréable et grande piscine. Nous reviendrons avec plaisir. Thank you !

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

Response from VrboOwner on 27 August 2022

Thank you Clara for your lovely comments We hope to see you back here again one day soon

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa A.

21 August 2021

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

Vacances au calme!

Great family holiday

We had a great time at grande brassac in le tournesol cottage. The cottage was more spacious than the photos suggest, clean comfortable and well equipped with very comfortable beds. the kids bedroom has some low beams but there was so much to do they literally only used it for crashing out in the evening. There was a lovely covered outdoor eating area where we had most of our meals. However the best thing about the stay for us was the amount of stuff for the kids. We borrowed the 5 bikes (our youngest is 10) on a couple of evenings and there are gems of little villages within a 10 mile loop. As well as this there's a pool table badminton kit table tennis and a good sized pool as well as the zip wire so our kids loved it. The other two cottages were occupied as well when we were there but no issues at all with noise etc. Lizette was a great host and provided a really appreciated welcome basket. It is out in the country so don't expect to be able to walk to a restaurant/boulangerie etc but there are plenty supermarkets etc within a 15 min drive. Brantome and it's Friday market is well worth a visit and for beginners like us allo canoes is not to be passed up. Further afield we visited sarlat and Bordeaux neither of which felt that far on the quiet French roads. As you may have picked up by now we loved it.

Response from VrboOwner on 1 April 2020

Thanks Tim for your great comments. I am glad you enjoyed the facilities and all that this area has to offer . I hope you return soon.

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10/10 Excellent

Vanessa H.

9 November 2016

lovely property, peaceful and a great place to use as a base

Easy to find a few km from Great Brassac. Cosy and as season changing (late Oct 16)the property featured a lovely log burner to keep off the chill. Loved the welcome pack which was a nice surprise and very helpful as arrived on a sunday when all shops shut. Yummy homemade cherry jam quickly got used. Owner very helpful and gave us lots of ideas of local places to visit. We were house hunting so didn't spend that much time sightseeing but did visit Brantome which was is a must. This property has British TV which was great to catch up on the news etc. Would highly recommend this property.

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2016

Archival

10/10 Excellent

Rachel D.

23 August 2016

Fabulous French Getaway

We have recently returned from a 2 week stay at Le Guichard and had a fabulous time. We have two boys aged 9 and 6 and there was plenty to keep them occupied whether it was making the most of the zip wire, archery or pool table but mostly splashing around in the pool with the friends that they'd made with families staying at the other 2 properties. We stayed in Papillon and found the accommodation very charming, decorated in a typically French gite style. The bedrooms and private garden are a great size although next time I might be tempted to book one of the others (which I also had a sneaky peak around in) as the living space and kitchens were larger. The local area is truly stunning with fields and fields of sunflowers all around you and the rural location makes it a great spot for star-gazing and woodland walks. I would also highly recommend trips to Lisle, Lac Jamaye and Brantome, well worth the drive (sat-nav essential!) As everyone else has also mentioned Lizette is a wonderful host, really welcoming and a great source of useful local insights. Thanks for welcoming us into your home - we hope to see you again!

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2016

Response from VrboOwner on 1 April 2020

Thanks Rachel for your comments we are glad you enjoyed your stay and we hope that you return soon Regards Lizette

About the host

Hosted by Lizette Coney

Lizette and her husband Craig bought Le Guichard in June 2013, after having owned a successful holiday rental property in Devon, they were looking to continue in the holiday lettings business, but in a warmer climate. They now live here permanently with their 3 horses and 2 terriers. We fell in love with the peacefulness and tranquility of it's surroundings and the beautiful countryside. We were also looking for a property that would not only provide our guests with a high standard of accommodation, but could also offer plenty of local activities and Le Guichard has it all.

Why they chose this property

On first visiting this area of France we immediately fell in love with it. It's location makes it very accessible from the UK & many parts of Europe. The area is a wonderful mix of rolling hills, winding rivers & extensive countryside views. It is a great spot to explore the many varied historic & cultural sites including a range of caves, chateaux, vineyards & pretty villages. Our property is in the countryside which provides a haven of tranquility ideal for relaxation & yet is close to many towns such as Brantome and Riberac with it's shops, cafes, bars & restaurants including the famous Friday market. The area offers a mix of outdoor pursuits and quiet lazy days wondering through historic picture postcard villages. This is a great holiday destination for either families or couples.

What makes this property unique

In this area of the Dordogne there is an abundance of outdoor pursuits and plenty of tracks leading straight from the property, for cycling, walking and horse riding or fishing in the local rivers. Nearby golf courses and many local markets and festivals. Or take a canoe trip down the river or meander around the colourful markets or the pretty villages. There is also the nearby leisure lake at La Jameye with a man made beach.
Our holiday homes are detached properties sitting in their own private gardens and of course there is the pool, with all pool furniture provided for our guests comfort and enjoyment. There is also our own Zip Wire ride ( see photos ) built in our own woods for the kids to enjoy.

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8/10 Good

fabienne f.

A relaxing stay

fabienne f.

10/10 Excellent

monique m.

Lovely property, secluded and in a beautiful environment,

monique m.

10/10 Excellent

Wendy W.

Perfect tranquility !

Wendy W.

10/10 Excellent

Jim H.

Relaxing peaceful holiday

Jim H.

8/10 Good

Sarah L.

Getting away from it all

Sarah L.

10/10 Excellent

Mike P.

great service provided, quality accomodation and a wonderful place to stay

Mike P.

10/10 Excellent

julie l.

julie l.

4/10 Poor

JEAN-MICHEL P.

Location décevante

JEAN-MICHEL P.

8/10 Good

Rüdiger G.

Ruhe und Erholung pur.

Rüdiger G.

8/10 Good

ANNIE J.

Super souvenir

ANNIE J.