The hotel is run by the Blanchet family who originally decided to open the property as a restaurant, but it ended up growing into much much more. Now a stylish property that offers a pleasing contrast between old stone work from the old building and modern day textures and furnishings.
Hostellerie des Ducs Hotel, Duras
A full family affair
There are a total of 15 rooms to choose from with a configuration to suit all. Each has been uniquely designed and feature en suite bathrooms and satellite TV.
The hostellierie can accommodate meetings and seminars with a fully equipped conference room with projectors and computer screens.
After a long days exploration, you can wind down in the garden by the pool or relax in the indoor hot tub.
The pool
Set inside the hotel gardens, the pool is a great spot to wind down and go for a dip. It is surrounded by sun loungers and parasols where you can dry off, read a book and take in your surroundings.
The Restaurant
Being the original source of inspiration to set up the business, it is no surprise that there is a quality restaurant on site. You can dine inside or out on the atmospheric terrace next to the garden and enjoy a bottle of wine from their fine selection. The food takes inspiration from local produce and delicious dishes are prepared with modern French techniques.
Child policy
All children are welcome and those under the age of 5 may stay for free when using an existing bed or cot.
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Le Velorail du Perigord Vert, near Thiviers
A unique way to travel with friends & family through this beautiful region
Pedal your way through the countryside on this unique and entertaining mode of transport that will give you a bit of exercise as you enjoy the scenery.
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Tuk-Tuk Tour (Wine Tour), Saint Emilion
An original & entertaining way to see the city & its vineyards
100% electric and 100% silent, the infamous tuk-tuk comes to Saint Emilion to take you on a tour or the town and the vineyards that surround it.
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Perigord Adventure & Loisirs Canoe, Beynac-et-Cazenac
Canoe hire on the Dordogne river through the beautiful Perigord
Enjoy a relaxing day close to nature as you canoe along the river and explore the waterways of this UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve.
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AVCK (Animation Vezere Canoe Kayak), Les Eyzies-de-Tayac
Explore the Vézère valley from the peace & tranquillity of the river
This area provides water-sports for all ages. Renowned for its architectural heritage and sites of natural beauty, you will find that paddling is a great way to relax and have fun whilst enjoying the scenery.
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Canoe Vacances, La Roque-Gageac
Canoe holidays on the river Dordogne
Enjoy a single or multi-day trip down the river Dordogne to town such as Beynac, Castelnaud, Montfort and Fayac.
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Le Petit Train de Domme, Domme
Great family entertainment whilst learning the history of Domme
A trip on a petit train is the perfect way to see this small bastide town and to learn a little more about the long history of the bastide town.
Restaurants nearby
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Hostellerie de Plaisance Restaurant, Saint Emilion
Michelin starred gourmet restaurant overlooking Saint-Emilion
This elegant and sophisticated two Michelin star restaurant offers creative dishes designed by chef Cédric Béchade, who plays with colours and textures in his cuisine.
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La Chartreuse du Bignac Restaurant, St Nexans
Gourmet restaurant with indoor & terrace dining located in an rural 17th century building
The dining rooms allow for views of the surrounding vineyards and rolling hills. Drinks can also be enjoyed in the small library or among the chestnut trees.
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Le Moulin de la Beune Restaurant, Les Eyzies-de-Tayac 
Le Moulin de la Beune Restaurant, Les Eyzies-de-Tayac
Food of the Perigord inside an old stone mill house
A bright restaurant with stone walls, old wooden beams, fireplace and inviting allure, offer up culinary delights from the region. A strong focus is on local local treats and seasonality.
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La Metairie Restaurant, Mauzac
A discovery of the Perigord & its world famous cuisine
Set in the hotel's 19th Century building, the dining room has wonderful stone walls and comforting, traditional table settings. Weather permitting, you may be able to relish your meal outside on the flowery terrace overlooking the lush garden or even down by the pool.
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L'Auberge Medievale Restaurant, Audrix
A great discovery.
The young chef at this restaurant, David Beyney, produces creative French cuisine using local products. It is a real gem of a restaurant, located high in the Périgord village of Audrix. There is also a small attractive hotel attached.
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Chez Alain Restaurant, Issigeac
Local and seasonal menus at this lovely spot in Issigeac.
Chez Alain is located in the beautiful medieval village of Issigeac, known for its colourful market on Sunday. The chef, Sébastien, offers a refined and colourful cuisine using fresh and seasonal produce. The stone walls and old beams give off a warm atmosphere inside and it has a pretty outdoor area.
Sights nearby
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Chateau de Duras, Duras
Imposing château in Duras
Originally built in the 12th century, this château was transformed in the 14th century into an impregnable fortress with the support of Pope Clement V and his nephew and namesake, Bertrand de Got, then owner of the château. In the 17th century, it was enhanced even further, losing its defensive aspects but gaining stables, formal gardens ad a new reception rooms. Though its interior is a little sparse, you can see the original bakery, some impressive ceremonial rooms and its pretty inner courtyard. It holds festive cultural events throughout the year.
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Eglise Saint-Eutrope
Eglise Saint-Eutrope
Well-preserved 15th century frescoes
This pretty church in the minute village of Allemans-du-Dropt originally dates to the 10th century, though there have been many changes and additions over the years. The reason for visiting it to see its frescoes which date to the 15th century and are in impressively good condition. They feature the Last Supper, Crucifixion, Last Judgement and a rather grim view of Hell.
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Eglise Notre-Dame Church, Sainte-Foy-la-Grande 
Eglise Notre-Dame Church, Sainte-Foy-la-Grande
Thirteenth-century church in the heart of Sainte-Foy-la-Grande
Situated in one corner of the main square in Sainte-Foy-la-Grande, facing the Mairie (town hall), this church has an imposing steeple that reaches high about the streets.
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Gallo-Roman Villa, Montcaret
Glorious remains of a 4th century Roman villa
The remains have been partly excavated (only about a tenth) and are a magnificent archaeological example.
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Chateau de Bridoire, Bergerac
Known as the Castle of Games, this chateau is south of the town of Bergerac
Now privately owned by restoration aficionados Catherine and Jacques Guyot, this castle has been partially restored and opened for the public to enjoy.
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Labyrinthe Vegetal, Bergerac
Giant maze & family games close to Chateau Bridoire
A magical world located in the heart of the 'Purple Perigord', hosted by the fairy mothers and created from fields of maize you can lose yourself here for hours.
Towns nearby
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Eymet, Perigord Pourpre 
Eymet, Perigord Pourpre
Very popular Bastide town to the south of Bergerac in the Perigord
Very much a textbook bastide village, it's laid out in a grid fashion around a central square. Eymet, as it exists today, was founded by Alphonse de Poitiers in 1270.
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Sainte-Foy-la-Grande, Gironde 
Sainte-Foy-la-Grande, Gironde
A medieval Bastide town on the eastern border of the Gironde and Dordogne
Sainte-Foy-la-Grande sits on the south bank of the Dordogne river. This attractive walled bastide town still has some of its medieval houses and is a good base for visiting the surrounding Sainte-Foy-Bordeaux wine region and nearby Château de Montaigne, home of Michel de Montaigne.
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Castillon-la-Bataille 
Castillon-la-Bataille
Lively market town and the site of the last battle of the Hundred Years' War in 1453
You get a sense of this town's history as soon as you arrive, with are flags and coats of arms lining the roads that lead you to the main square.
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Bergerac, Perigord Pourpre 
Bergerac, Perigord Pourpre
On the banks of the River Dordogne nearly 120km east of the city of Bordeaux
The largest town in the area, Bergerac, still retains a quaint old feel, with a change in pace in the summer months.
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Saint-Emilion, Gironde 
Saint-Emilion, Gironde
One of the most beautiful villages in France and fabulous wines
Vineyards were planted around this old town in Roman times and whilst most people associate the name with the wine, the town itself is worth a visit for its ramparted old centre with interesting Romanesque churches and an incredible underground monolithic church.
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Couze-et-Saint-Front, Perigord Pourpre 
Couze-et-Saint-Front, Perigord Pourpre
Sitting on the Dordogne and Couze rivers, east of Bergerac
Couze used to be a paper-making village and a number of its old mills are still in existence, using the power of the Couze river to turn the water wheel.
