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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 880 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly

About this property

Entire place

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

Live like a local in the Dordogne Valley! Castles, gourmet food, wine & history

Enjoy the changing of the seasons as the colours in the patchwork of the Périgord change from browns and yellows to reds and greens.

Rent the barn on its own with your walking buddies or with the cottage for large family groups and friends. We have maps onsite of our local walks for your enjoyment.
This beautiful old 1811 barn has been beautifully decorated to create a modern luxurious space.
The upstairs bedroom offers a queen-size bed as well as a single bed with an en-suite bathroom.
Downstairs the bedroom offers 3 single beds and a Italian shower room.
The second downstairs bedroom has a lovely double bed sleigh bed and high ceilings. There is a toilet room next to this bedroom.
Outside we have a lovely seating area overlooking the orchard with a 3 x 3 m plunge pool. Situated only 1 km from the very popular Tremolat which has 5 great restaurants and a cafe in our quaint village.
Take a walk into the village and choose from our many local restaurants:
The famous Le Vieux Logis offers "art on a plate by our Michelin star chef Vincent.
The Bistro en Face has also been awarded a Michelin star. Whilst the meals are bistro-style they are all beautifully presented and delicious. Les Tartines is a wine bar that offers smaller meals, should you wish something lighter. The pizzeria offers delicious pizzas as well as a variety of local dishes.
During the summer there is a pop-up restaurant on the waters edge of the Dordogne River which serves a variety of light meals.
The Cafe Village on the outskirts of outskirts of our quaint Tremolat village offers weekly music sessions which is fun for the whole family.
Please note that should you be renting only the barn, the main pool unfortunately is not included in your rental.
Should you wish to use bicycles, especially the "e-bikes" which makes climbing our local hills more attainable, we can certainly hire bikes on your behalf at an extra charge.

Property manager

Karen Carter

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Table tennis
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Printer
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 55 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Golfing on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Bicycle on site
  • Fishing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 861 sq ft (80 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 26

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

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 55 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
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 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
Property Registration Number 3010466261208

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed USD 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

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Trémolat, Nouvelle-Aquitaine

What's nearby

  • Cingle de Tremolat Panoramic View - 8 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Jardins Panoramiques de Limeuil - 11 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Aquarium du Perigord Noir - 16 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Parc le Bournat - 16 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Proumeyssac Chasm - 17 min drive - 14.7 km

Getting around

  • Trémolat Station - 3 min drive
  • Bergerac (EGC-Bergerac - Perigord - Dordogne) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Du Côté de Chez Cathy et Paulo - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪La P'tite Factory - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Le Bistrot de la Place - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Auberge l'Esperance - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Banana - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Live like a local in the Dordogne Valley! Castles, gourmet food, wine & history have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Live like a local in the Dordogne Valley! Castles, gourmet food, wine & history pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 55 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Live like a local in the Dordogne Valley! Castles, gourmet food, wine & history?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Live like a local in the Dordogne Valley! Castles, gourmet food, wine & history?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Live like a local in the Dordogne Valley! Castles, gourmet food, wine & history located?

This family-friendly Tremolat vacation home is located in a rural location, 1.9 mi (3 km) from Cingle de Tremolat Panoramic View, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Jardins Panoramiques de Limeuil and Vezere Valley. Planbuisson Bamboo Garden and Aquarium du Perigord Noir are also within 9 mi (15 km). Trémolat Station is 27 minutes by foot.

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Live like a local in the Dordogne Valley! Castles, gourmet food, wine & history Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Beverley Ann B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Lovely barn conversion well equipped
Lovely decor, good facilities and very well equipped. Perfect for our small group. Perhaps a couple of things could be better: - shower addition for the 3rd bedroom (already sink & loo) & heating in that room - doors all stick and are very noisy to open & close - heating in main living area needs upgrading for winter months (you have to put the wood burner on as soon as it goes dark outside) - a LOT of small beetles falling from the roof… needs treating ?? - fenced area needed for barn to contain dog But overall a very pleasant stay and much appreciated the high quality beds, linens and little touches like the Xmas tree 😍 Thank you 🙏
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lizette L.

The French Country Cottage , Les Chouttes, is just that except it is warm, cozy and charming too
Jon & I recently spent 4 days at this delightful country retreat! Quiet & peaceful, it truly is home from home with every comfort from heated towel rails, comfy furnishings to warm cozy duvets! It is tastefully decorated and Karen , your hostess, has thought of EVERYTHING! There are bikes to ride, a swimming pool for summer and a volleyball net. it is a 15-20min walk into Le Tremolat where you will find from Pizza to Fine dining! sightseeing in the area is breathtaking and find out if max will be available from the Duck & Truffle for a wine tour or 2. Definately needs a spot on your bucket list!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Greg C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Spring break
Really nice property for a relaxing break away from it all for a family of four. The weather was much warmer than expected so on reflection we maybe should have considered a property with a larger pool; however the property was spacious and well appointed making us feel very relaxed. Some gorgeous villages in and around the area. As well as Tremolat itself, Limeuil was gorgeous and a nice lunch under the trees overlooking the Dordogne in Mauzac was a highlight too! Karen was super helpful too whenever we had any questions ….thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house and friendly Host
The host was extremely friendly and responsive. We loved the house and the area, would really recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location, amazing cottage!
Not the first time visiting Le Chouette, and certainly won’t be the last. Wonderful property in the Dordogne with everything you need at your fingertips!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Frédéric B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Une magnifique grange rénovée pour un séjour agréable
Nous avons beaucoup apprécié notre séjour. Le lieu est très agréable, joliment décoré mais aussi très bien équipé. Nous avons profité de la grange pour passer des moments conviviaux en famille, l'endroit est très calme mais permet aussi l'accès à de nombreuses activités et visites. Karen est très disponible et attentionnée. Nous avons tous beaucoup apprécié séjournée ici!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Imme R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing country stay
The property is lovely, very clean and exactly as described. Located in a great area to explore surrounding towns, restaurants and markets. We stayed with our dog who had a great time. Karen is a very attentive and fun host. Thank you!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Baptiste D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect spot
The House/barn is perfectly and lovely rebuild and decorated. All the rooms and the living room are lovely. This is a perfect spot to book, allowing to visit the region (everything os close by) and to have a quiet/piece of paradise away from the crowdy villages. I would strongly recommend. Karen is Lovely and always available when we need her or have a question. go for it!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sima W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
You wouldn't go wrong coming to this place! :)
A beautiful property in a beautiful part of the world. Felt at home straight away, with all the mod cons you need. Highly recommended.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sebastien P.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic stay in Perigord
This place is simply amazing and beautiful. We had a great time staying there for about 10 days. We're hoping to eventually go back. Many world-class attractions (archaeological & cultural) within a 30-minute drive.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wir haben eine wundervolle Woche in der Scheune verbracht.
Die Scheune ist auf modernem, gehobenem Niveau ausgebaut und mit sehr viel Geschmack eingerichtet. Zu zweit hatten wir mehr als genug Platz, auch auf der Terrasse mit wunderbarem Blick auf eine Obstwiese. Die hinterlegten Fotos geben einen realistischen Eindruck der Scheune wieder. Das Grundstück liegt sehr ruhig etwas außerhalb von Trémolat, die dortigen sehr guten Lokale sind fussläufig in 15 Minuten zu erreichen. Alles in allem haben wir eine wundervolle Zeit verbracht, wir können die Unterkunft wärmstens empfehlen. Auch der Kontakt vor und nach der Buchung war sehr freundlich und verbindlich, zur Begrüßung lagen sehr nützliche Präsente für eine erste Stärkung für uns bereit. Wir kommen sehr gerne wieder!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jacques V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Jewel of the Dordogne
From the first time we heard of this beautiful place to the sad day that we had to leave we were mesmerized by this absolutely stunning part of the world. The cottage and the barn allowed us to move in and live as if we were at home with everything you would need and more. Wonderful evenings by the fireplace and early morning jogs made the stay special and we will definitely be back in the future!! Thank you Karen for such an incredible holiday. You made it very special for us.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect French cottage
Les Chouettes is a charming truly French cottage. It was very comfortable and well equipped. The location is perfect for making day trips to many of the beautiful villages and historic sites in the Dordogne and other areas of the Perigord. The owner and the property manager were very accommodating. I would highly recommend this property for your vacation in the Dordogne.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Marianne S.

Erholsamer Aufenthalt
Wir haben drei erholsame Wochen in diesem gepflegten Haus verbracht. Es ist grosszügig und rustikal eingerichtet und man fühlt sich nie eingeengt. Wir assen viel auf der Terrasse und genossen die Ruhe und den Blick auf den Nussbaumhain neben dem Haus. An kühlen Abenden feuerten wir den Ofen im Wohnzimmer ein und wohlige Wärme machte sich breit. Jeden Morgen holten wir beim Bäcker im Dorf frisches Brot und konnten dazu die Velos, welche zu den zwei Häusern gehören, benützen. Bei heissen Temperaturen tauchten wir kurz im Tauchbecken ab. Ich kann dieses Haus mit gutem Gewissen empfehlen. Schöne Ferien! Marie aus der Schweiz
Stayed 20 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Simon T.

lovely barn conversion in a beautiful and peaceful location.
The property is well equipped and very easy to stay in in. Location is excellent: only a 15 - 20 minute walk into Tremolat, which is just enough to build up an appetite when you walk in to get your morning baguette and croissants. A couple of good restaurants in the village and others in the area. Lovely clear skies. We had a fantastic two weeks.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jack W.

Really lovely property in a great location
This is a very well done barn renovation. My partner and I stayed here with two friends for a week and there was plenty of room for us all. The property was very clean, well maintained and stocked with all the utilities you could need. Ideal location, quiet but restaurants and bakery within walking distance, and plenty of castles and places to visit within an hour's drive. Would strongly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Linda R.

Beautiful property and very responsive hostess
This is a beautifully re-purposed property (formerly a barn). It has a very well equipped kitchen and convenient in-house washer/dryer combo. The décor is both elegant and comfortable. Highly recommend a lengthy stay as long as you have a vehicle since the village of Trémolat (which is in walking distance) has only one bakery, nice restaurants but no grocery store. Simon, the local contact, is very responsive and pleasant. One of the loveliest properties during our nine-week stay in France.
Stayed 19 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Liz C.

Inviting, spacious, and relaxing.
I stayed in the newly renovated barn on the property and - wow - I was blown away by both the interior and exterior. Outside, the rustic barn sits before a spacious garden alongside a gated swimming pool where we were able to relax and play in the sun. The exposed old brick on the building felt like we were staying in a piece of history. Inside the barn is extremely cozy yet modern. We enjoyed using the kitchen or simply relaxing in the living area with a book. Can't wait to visit again!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Christopher P.

Superb location and high quality acomm standards
Lovely setting, very close to high quality and established French restaurants. Ideal for families and couples to enjoy the local outdoor activities near and away from some spectacular rivers. There is also a good number of English spoken by the very friendly local residents. It's a place to admire which will no doubt draw you in again for on-going visits.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kevin G.

Fascinating France
Charming, spacious and comfortable, the converted barn has been our home for a week. Comfy beds, loads of space, a plunge pool for those brave enough to test the waters, wonderful walks and seriously good restaurants near by. Centrally situated, an ideal base to explore the vineyards, villages and towns of the region. Thank you Simon for your kind attention, and Karen for sharing this lovely spot.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Beautiful well equipped barn
We had a lovely week staying in the Dordogne made even better by staying in this wonderful barn. We really loved the open feel of it. There was everything you needed for your stay and more. As a bonus there was lots of everything i.e. Glasses I could not fault it in anyway, a truly 5* holiday let. The Hunt family
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

Beautifully renovated barn
Absolutely fabulous home. Old barn which has recently been renovated and it's fantastic. Love the kitchen, big open room. Very close to the village of Tremolat. Beautiful area to talk and cycle. Definitely recommend visiting.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas S.

Great!!!
Great Place to go!! Great Service and Great sites to see!! I would highly recommend!!