La Petite Maison Villa, Castillonnès
2 bedroom Villa in Dordogne. Sleeps 5
Decorated in chic but subtle style this pretty cream coloured stone cottage is the epitome of a charming rural retreat yet is within walking distance of the impressive bastide of Castillonnes.
Inside this lovingly restored traditional farm building, a remarkable sense of space is created by the double-height ceiling and open-plan layout of the living, dining, and kitchen areas.
The ground floor centres around the kitchen, featuring a central island that makes cooking a delight. The warm tones of the original stonework blend harmoniously with the delicate pastel hues of the furnishings, creating a space that invites relaxation. For further unwinding, the cosy mezzanine sitting room offers an intimate retreat.
The fenced pool, surrounding terrace, and garden areas will undoubtedly be the focal point of most of your days. Whether lounging in the sun or seeking shade in one of the many quiet corners, you'll find plenty of space to unwind. The shaded dining pergola provides the perfect spot for peaceful al fresco meals.
While this rural idyll will certainly capture your attention, the nearby attractions of Castillonnes (3km) are worth exploring. Easily reached via a country path, the town hosts a traditional weekly market every Tuesday. Further afield, the beautiful bastides of Beaumont-du-Perigord (25km) and Monpazier (26km) are both within half an hour's drive. Monpazier, in particular, is often referred to as one of France's most beautiful villages.
The pool
Fenced private swimming pool (10m x 5m) with sloping beach area.
Things to do nearby
Things To Do in Dordogne
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Foret des Singes Wildlife Park, Rocamadour
This wildlife park is dedicated to the Barbary Macaque monkey who roams free in the 20 hectares of woodland.
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Montgolfieres du Perigord, La Roque-Gageac
With a fleet of five hot air balloons this company can take groups of 2 or 3 passengers up into the air above La Roque Gageac and the Dordogne river to enjoy a birds-eye view of this beautiful area.
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AVCK (Animation Vezere Canoe Kayak), Les Eyzies-de-Tayac
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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Brantome Police Horses & Friends, Brantome
Brantôme Police Horses provides care and rehabilitation for many horses and ponies alongside donkeys, dogs, cats, sheep, goats and chickens. Situated in the heart of the countryside, just ten minutes north of Brantôme.
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Les Sangliers de Mortemart, near Le Bugue
This is a great outing for a family as you will have the chance to see these magnificent wild boar in a natural environment where they forage and feed in the forests of oak and chestnut trees.
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Traditional Barge Boat Trip, La Roque-Gageac
Travel along the valley of the five chateaux on traditional barges and discover some of the most beautiful sites.
Restaurants nearby
Restaurants in Dordogne
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La Chartreuse du Bignac Restaurant, St Nexans
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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Hostellerie de Plaisance Restaurant, 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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Chateau de Mercues Restaurant, Cahors
In a dining room graced with elegance and class, you can savour a meal while looking out to the surrounding Lay Valley, vineyards and Chateau gardens. Internationally renowned, the 1 michelin star restaurant serves up refined cuisine based on the superior produce of the region.
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Ferme-Auberge de la Rhonie Restaurant, Saint-Cyprien
This traditional farm serves good quality Périgord dishes using locally-sourced ingredients from its own farm and those nearby. It also has a lovely gîte which sleeps up to five people.
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Le Clos Mirande Restaurant, Saint Emilion
This restaurant offers various possibilities for dining in the same place: a fine restaurant serving modern French cuisine, a bistro with local and seasonal dishes, and a tea room. There is also a beautiful sunny garden overlooking the vineyards.
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Chateau de la Fleunie Restaurant, Condat-sur-Vezere
Set inside a 106-hectare estate Castle, the restaurant setting alone is worth a visit, but with beautiful stone walls, painted wooden beams and decorated in traditional fashion, it is very much worth taking a step inside.
Sights nearby
Sights in Dordogne
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Labyrinthe Vegetal, Bergerac
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.
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Chateau de Bridoire, 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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Chateau de Monbazillac, Monbazillac
This 16th-century château combines medieval defensive fortifications and Renaissance exuberance.
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Chateau de Lanquais, Couze-et-Saint-Front
Self-titled as the "Unfinished Louvre in Périgord", this château combines medieval fortifications with an incomplete Renaissance palace.
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Moulin de la Rouzique Papermaking Mill & Museum, Couze-et-Saint-Front
In the paper-making village of Couze-et-Saint-Front, this traditional mill still makes paper by hand.
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Chateau de Biron, Biron
Perched high on a hill, this huge château was built and owned by the Gontaut-Biron family until the 20th century. Today is contains a mix of architectural styles, extravagant Renaissance and Gothic features combining with medieval. It has an interesting two-level chapel dating from the 14th century. The châeau is often used in period dramas and films.
Towns nearby
Towns & Villages in Dordogne
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Eymet, Perigord Pourpre
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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Couze-et-Saint-Front, Perigord Pourpre
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.
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Bergerac, Perigord Pourpre
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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Lalinde, Perigord Pourpre
Founded in 1261, Lalinde was the first English bastide. Situated on the banks of the Dorgdogne, the town is also crossed by the Canal de Lalinde, constructed to bypass the dangerous rapids of Grand Thoret.
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Cadouin, Perigord Noir
A small but beautiful medieval village built around the Cadoudin Abbey, constructed by the Cistercians in the 12th century. It's situated very close to the neighbouring larger town of Le Buisson de Cadouin
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Trémolat, Perigord Noir
Trémolat was originally home to a 6th century hermit, Saint-Cybard, before monks built their monastery here in the 9th century.

































































