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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, fireplace, DVD player, table tennis
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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroomSleeps 260 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Saint-Pardoux-La-Rivière, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
  • Regional Natural Park Périgord Limousin
    1 min walk
  • Flow Vélo
    7 min drive
  • La Grotte de Villars
    18 min drive
  • Limoges (LIG-Limoges Intl.)
    62 min drive

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About the area

Saint-Pardoux-la-Riviere

In Saint-Pardoux-la-Riviere .A stay at this cottage places you within half a mile (1 km) of Regional Natural Park Périgord Limousin and 3 miles (5 km) of Flow Vélo. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are La Lizonne and La Grotte de Villars.
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What's nearby

  • Regional Natural Park Périgord Limousin - 1 min walk
  • Flow Vélo - 7 min drive
  • La Grotte de Villars - 18 min drive
  • Brantôme Abbey - 27 min drive
  • Château de Montbrun - 34 min drive

Getting around

  • La Coquille Station - 25 min drive
  • Limoges (LIG-Limoges Intl.) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪L'Italien - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Le Trotteur - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Brasserie de la Fontaine - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Le Sully - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Hostellerie Saint-Jacques - ‬17 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Spacious Cottage With Lovely Views And Garden/woodland, Privately Situated

La Maison d'Amis is a traditional detached stone Perigourdin cottage located within Perigord /Limousin Regional Natural Park. This one bedroom property is spacious and airy with wonderful high ceilings and stone walls. Separated by a courtyard and large barn from the owners house it is very private and has it's own garden with views across the valley and meadow and backing onto a small wood where you are free to walk the footpaths which the owners keep clear. Great for bird watchers and nature lovers, we have seen black woodpeckers, tree creepers, nut hatches and hoopoes amongst many others .It is an ideal retreat for a peaceful break, perfect for couples or friends. The road to Chez Neymard and La Maison d'Amis is literally on the way to nowhere, we are at the end of a single track road, so peace and quiet is assured. The owners cultivate willows in their garden for their basket making workshop and have a studio/atelier which guests are welcome to visit and watch the basket making process.

Property manager

RUTH CHARLTON

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sun loungers

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Table tennis
  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Stereo
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Outside the property or in the garden

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Swimming nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Cave exploring nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 646 sq ft (60 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Yes if an extra bed is requested

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number no

We should mention

  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed GBP 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Spacious Cottage With Lovely Views And Garden/woodland, Privately Situated Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 59 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 59 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 59 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 59 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 59 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

christopher m., uk

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation at its best
Beautiful Gite clean and very welcoming the host were friendly and helpful in getting us settled in . Nothing was to much bother if we needed help. Peaceful surroundings and lovely garden to relax in . Would highly recommend the beautiful Gite
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful place
Beautiful property, ideal for a peaceful idyllic stay. The property feels remote but is actually within really easy distance of the pleasant village of St Pardoux la Riviere which has a couple of restaurants and a well stocked supermarket. Lots to see and do in the surrounding areas and we could easily have spent longer in this part of Perigord.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
The Gite delivered exactly what we wanted, a comfortable stay in a peaceful rural setting. Very well equipped and very comfortable. Our hosts made us very welcome.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julia M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and Peaceful
We had a great week in this spacious peaceful retreat. Hosts were helpful welcoming and friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Brilliant holiday
The property matches the owners, absolutely brilliant
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Francisca d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Little paradise....
We felt very happy as if we were in our own little Paradise. Every day we had sunny weather; we could choose on wich terrace we would like to sit and enjoy the beautiful and peacefull surrounding. We had everything we needed in the cottage and we ate on one of the terraces every day, had a barbecue with a glass of wine, and mostly rested, read, and enjoyed! Adrian makes beautiful baskets from their own cultivated willow branches. We bought a garden basket as a souvenir and as a reminder of this wonderful holiday!

10/10 Excellent

Alexander W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home from home
As soon as we arrived we knew that we had made a great choice. I remarked to Ruth that the photographs did not do it justice, beautiful and peaceful. The hosts were attentive but certainly not invasive. This was the holiday that we really needed and we have fond memories already. I would recommend this to all of our friends, will we be back, you bet. Thank you Ruth and Adrian, best wishes, Alex and Hayley.

10/10 Excellent

Carol H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Haven
A lovely little cottage, set in attractive garden and separated from the owners' house by a courtyard. Plenty of space inside and out. Nearest town of St Pardoux is quiet but has everything you need, and lots of interesting places in the area easily reached by car.

10/10 Excellent

Alastair F.

Characterful cottage in tranquil woodland setting.
The cottage is well designed on one floor and has several outside seating areas. We enjoyed the peace and quiet and wonderful views from the bedroom. The living/dining area was very comfortable. The cottage was shaded and lovely and cool to return to on a warm day. Adrian and Ruth were very friendly; approachable and informative but never intrusive. Périgord Vert is a rural; scenic part of the Dordogne with lots of walking trails and lakes to enjoy.
Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan L.

Lovely
Lovely place, beautiful surroundings and very peaceful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Peter F.

Fantastic cottage and views of the country side.
A place to chill and relax. Cottage is fantastic with great views of the surrounding areas. If you like peace and quiet and want a chilled holiday this cottage is for you.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Andrew W.

Outstanding
My partner and I have just returned from a week long stay. The weather was perfect and the Perigord Vert is of course superb. This "Gite" is the very best self catering holiday (and holiday) that we have had .. unfortunately there are only 5 stars to award. Adrian and Ruth have clearly spent a great deal of time creating and preparing the perfect location for anyone who wants to stay and it does show. And it is as if the local wildlife is in on the arrangements as well. For anyone who loves rural France or the countryside and dreams about a country idyll break without noise or interruption, here it is! "Things to see and do" are in abundance in this area of France, whether you want culture or history, activities or the small rural town life, and many seem to be " .. about 20 minutes away". It's true. Admittedly there are many other attractions that are anything up to 45 minutes away .. but we ran out of time this year and the inclination to just stay in the garden and wander around the local woods was too great! Even if you already live in a rural area of your own country (we do) but want a break somewhere new, our recommendation is to try out this lovely part of the world. Listing the wildlife will take up too much valuable time ..Thank you for a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

William M.

outstanding views, peace and tranquility a complete haven!
the gite is absolutely beautiful, extremely well equipped in a picturesque location, very private and peaceful, just birdsong ... perfect! Ruth and Adrian are ideal hosts very welcoming, informative, but not at all intrusive.. it is ideal for anyone who is a nature lover woodland walk on the doorstep, the whole area is a walking, cycling dream
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Bekim & Kim B., UK

Magnificient
I could write a book about this place if I was good with words. Don't know where to start... we arrived on 26/05/2018 stayed for one week. The weather wasn't the best but that didn't affect us. That place is lovely when it rains, magnificent when it's dry and peaceful all the time. Adrian and Ruth have done a great job with inside and outside of the villa. We spent most of our time outside the bedroom, enjoying the beautiful views and bird songs. If you like peace and tranquillity, clean air, good food and great wine than don't look further. Hope to return soon. P.S Adrian and Ruth, thank you ever so much for sharing your beautiful place and wishing you all the best for the future. Bekim and Kim
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ann H., Gateshead

The property was lovely and airy with plenty of space.It was beautifully furnished and homely
If you want a get away holiday, this is it!!! We had a very chilled time and couldn't recommend it enough. It was very secluded and the view was lovely. You never see anyone "just passing" and traffic certainly isn't a problem. Idyllic is the best word. It's beautiful and quaint, homely but spacious. Adrian and Ruth are very friendly and informed. They're very discreet but available if needed, a lovely couple. They also make wicker baskets etc, choice is endless and quality is second to none. The Dordogne is a beautiful area of France with lots of markets and places to visit. We hope to return again x
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Graham O.

Beautiful property in a lovely location.
This is a very romantic gite which is very well finished and presented. It is an old building which has been modernised to a high standard. Lovely scenic location. Really enjoyed our visit. Would highly recommend. Thank you Ruth and Adrian.

10/10 Excellent

stuart W., Guisborough

Superb gite in an idyllic setting in the beautiful French countryside!
From first contact with the owners we knew we had found something special. Great communication and so helpful. On arrival we were greeted with a nice welcome pack and friendly introductions. The gite is perfect for getting away from it all yet close enough to all the major sights, so makes an ideal spot to explore this beautiful part of the world. Inside everything you could need is provided for and in excellent condition. The owners live next door and are on hand if you want them but leave you with total privacy if not. The best stay yet. Can't wait to be back soon!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Chris leonard L.

Fantastic
What a wonderful cottage and such fantastic hosts . From the moment we arrived the owners were great helping out with anything we needed. The cottage is beautiful and every attention to detail has been catered for. There was nothing you could fault and everything spotless and beautiful . The marmalade made for you was to die for. The scenery is amazing and the area around the cottage lovingly cared for. We would recommend friends and family to visit and would love to revisit ourselves 5 star luxury

10/10 Excellent

John Pagett

A Stunning property in the peaceful French Countryside.
We had a wonderful few days here in what my wife and I both agreed was the nicest and best-equipped property we had stayed at in all our trips to France over the years. The facilities were excellent, and the property had been very well converted into accommodation. It is next to the owners property, but completely separate and peaceful. The views are lovely and we particularly enjoyed taking our morning coffee and evening glass of wine sitting out on the patio. Ruth and Adrian are charming hosts and very knowledgeable about the surrounding area. They were always on hand if we needed them but we had complete privacy. A very nice touch was the already burning log burner when we arrived after our long drive. It was a lovely touch and added to the cosy-feel of the cottage. There are so many places to visit in the surrounding area that we would need many more life times in order to do them all! However, Adrian and Ruth had compiled a very helpful 'Top Ten' list! We had wonderful sunny weather, which always makes a difference, but we had excellent days out at 'Beynac' and the lake at Jermay. This is certainly an area we will be coming back to and unreservedly recommend Ruth and Adrian's gite as a base for your exploration of this beautiful corner of France.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2017

10/10 Excellent

Anne P.

One of the nicest Gites we've stayed in.
We received a warm welcome on arrival. The accommodation was all we hoped for and more. The setting is rural and peaceful but close enough to local shops to get shopping easily. Lots of pretty and interesting places to visit within a reasonable driving distance. We found many good restaurants where we ate well for a good price. Adrian and Ruth were excellent hosts. We had a great holiday and will definitely return in the future.

10/10 Excellent

rachel m.

A room with a view! Beautiful cottage with bedroom doors to fling open and overlook the hills
Delightful cottage in a tranquil setting. Our wonderful hosts gave us a warm welcome and were always happily available when needed. The cottage facilities are excellent including satellite tv/ wifi and much care and attention to detail has been taken in decoration and home furnishings-not a cobweb in sight! An ideal setting for two wanting a peaceful getaway yet not far from many local places for sightseeing and leisure activities.We would definitely recommend booking a stay here to friends and family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016

10/10 Excellent

Scott C.

Prettiest gite in the Dordogne
This gite has been designed with comfort and style in mind and an eye for detail. The kitchen might be small, but it is perfectly formed and has all the important stuff you need to enjoy your rural French break - and the homemade apricot conserve and strawberries waiting in the fridge didn't hurt, either! The gite is full of wonderful architecural details - like the waney edged wooden inlays between the beams throughout and the view of the stars from the very comfy bed was an added bonus. Ruth and Adrian are warm and welcoming and nothing is too much trouble. If you don't already love handmade baskets, you'll be signing up to come back for a course by the time your holiday is over. There are baskets throughout the gite and they are all truly lovely.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2016

10/10 Excellent

Keith M., Rochdale/Lancashire/UK

Gem of a place
The pictures of the property sold it to us. The Gite and owners property are a little off the beaten track around 2.5km outside of St Pardoux La Riviere which is a small town having a couple of restaurants and a decent supermarket. Ruth met us on arrival and showed us around and we were very impressed. There was a nice welcome pack of esentials as well as a bottle of wine. The Gite is so spacious for two people and extremely well equipped with everything you need. It was very clean and tastefully decorated. We loved having breakfast on the patio just outside the bedroom as well as the suntrap courtyard at the front of the Gite where we had our evening meal and admired the peace and tranquility. The countryside is beautiful in the surrounding area and there are plenty of places to visit locally. Ruth provides a house book with many suggestions which we followed up. Couldn't fault the Gite and both Ruth and Adrian make you feel very welcome. We would love to return in the future and can thoroughly recommend the property.

10/10 Excellent

Roger C.

Peaceful in the middle of nowhere - La Maison d'Amis St Pardoux La Riviere
We were really impressed by the property - very well equipped, comfortable and more than meeting our expectations. The gite has been refurbished to a very high specification with more space than we expected and a choice of outside sitting areas to relax and eat. It is in the middle of nowhere and ideal if, like us, you want to peace and quiet, interrupted only by birds and wildlife. The owners, on site, are welcoming and helpful but you would not really know they were there. Roger & Julia - August 2015

10/10 Excellent

Didier c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Un endroit où se ressourcer dans un décor magnifique
C'est un lieu de séjour inoubliable grâce à l'attention des hôtes, au sens de la décoration tant intérieure qu'à l'extérieur dans le jardin, la terrasse et tout l'environnement. C'est l'idéal pour être tranquille, au milieu de la nature avec un équipement largement supérieur à la moyenne dans le logement. Nous avons passé 4 jours des plus agréables !
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024