Moulin de Boirot - 3 Bedroom (Sleeps 6) Cottage in Haute-Vienne
Moulin de Boirot is in a peaceful setting on the banks of the River Gartempe. Spot the river’s wildlife, fish, or just relax while watching the river flow by.
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Overview
Description
The property sits in a 1-acre field leading down to the River Gartempe, where you can fish, or just sit and watch the wildlife, including coypus and kingfishers, and the river flowing by.Overlooking the river is a large patio with furniture and a BBQ. This can be directly accessed from the day-room comprising kitchen, dining area and lounge. Wi-Fi. There is a separate sitting room which leads to a ground floor double bedroom with shower room en-suite.
Upstairs there is a double bedroom, a twin bedroom and a second shower room.
Accessed from outside there is a utility room with a sink and laundry facilities.
OUT AND ABOUT:
A short walk takes you to the village of Folles, with its bar/restaurant, hairdressers, church and post office, while 20 minute drive takes you to the towns of Bessines sur Gartempe and La Souterraine. Bessines has a small lake, with a walk around it and a small play area for children and a beach area. Both towns have supermarkets, cafes and restaurants.
About a 10 minute car drive will take you to Lac du Pont a l’Age, a lake which is good for walks, picnics and fishing. Further afield, Saint Pardoux is a very large lake, where parts have been turned into beach areas, with many facilities such as pedalos, swimming and cafes, but also canoes, sailing boats, water-skiing and windsurfing are available.
Limoges is approx. 40 minutes drive from the house. The old town is full of character. Wander through the famous Meat Market, and then visit the museums and world-famous porcelain shops.
SUITABILITY NOTES:
The house has no bath but there are 2 showers.
This property is not suitable for unsupervised young children, as the river bank is not fenced off.
Bedroom Details
Bedroom 1
1 x King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 x Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
2 x Single Beds
9 Reviews
That perfect get away to a home from home
By Mike & Carina Cordina on 15-Aug-2026The visitors book at the house says it all really. Not a bad thing to say about this beautiful well kept cottage with everything you could possibly need for a short or even prolonged stay. Catering for up to 8 people if necessary with three large bedrooms (a king / Queen and a twin) with food out beds for extra guests, the two of us had plenty of room. Big fully functional kitchen, a comfortable lounge with British TV if you need it. Carina loved the sofa, being 6’ tall finally a sofa she can stretch out on. The grounds and the garden are amazing. We didn’t fish but there is that opportunity but we did sit in awe on the bench by the river. Watching the wildlife go about its business. Everyone mentions the Kingfishers and they are there, buzzing up and down the river, perching occasionally to check us out. Such a wonderful place. With a car the supermarket is within easy reach. Stock up with all you need, there is a good sized fridge freezer and a well equipped kitchen and a good gas BBQ on the patio. The wines are good and cheaper than the UK equivalents. We stocked up for home. The local town is sleepy but surprisingly came alive in the evening for diners at the decent Le Viaduc restaurant (dinner for 2, 3 courses an aperitif and wine with the main - for €63) can’t be faulted. Also check out the beautiful Maison Faurie artisan boulangerie in the nearby town of Bessines sur Gartempe - you won’t be disappointed. All in all a wonderful week of relaxation and reconnecting. Will definitely go again.
Owner response on 24-Aug-2026
Many thanks Mike for your detailed review. We are really pleased that you enjoyed your time there. We agree that sitting by the river enjoying the wildlife and the views is very relaxing. We look forward to you visiting again.
Excellent gite
By Jackie McIndoe on 13-Jun-2026This gite delivered everything it promised and more. Not only is it fully equipped with everything we needed and lovely and clean but, having been there during the recent heatwave, we were extremely grateful for the fans especially during the night. As well as the interior being finished to a very high spec we were delighted that the outside furniture was also very well maintained. Lovely outside chairs and cushions and both the tables appeared to be newly painted and the sun parasol was also fully functioning (all of these items we have found to be well below par in a number of rentals over the years.) It was lovely to have the picnic table, under the shade of the trees, down by the river where we spent many a peaceful hour just watching the coypus and all the other wildlife. There is a nice restaurant within a 10-15 minute walk, The Viaduct, which does lovely set lunches and a more extensive evening menu. Bessines Sur Gartempe is less than 20 minutes drive and has an excellent boucherie, 2 patisseries, and a good wine shop. A wonderful, relaxing stay.
Owner response on 07-Jul-2026
Many thanks for your very detailed positive review. We are always pleased when visitors enjoy the facilities and the whole setting of the cottage. Thank you for taking the time to produce such a detailed review.
A real home from home with all the comfort
By LINDA PAIN on 20-Jun-2025This house is truly amazing, a real home from home. Has everything you need and more. Beautiful setting and truly relaxing, a nature lovers dream. Warm welcome on arrival, house immaculate, lovely friendly neighbours.
Owner response on 22-Jul-2025
Thank you for your review. We really appreciate you taking the time to submit it. Its always pleasing to know when visitors have had a relaxing time.
Fantastic Fortnight
By Damian on 26-Jul-2024We had a fantastic stay at Moulin, the house was very well equipped with everything thought of with some thoughtful touches. The beds were very comfortable and the kitchen had everything that you would need. It is located in a quiet, peaceful part of France so is ideal for a complete switch off from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Plenty of outdoor space to enjoy with opportunities to fish in the river at the bottom of the garden. Outdoor furniture and BBQ were ideal for eating and spending time outside enjoying the brilliant weather we had, possibly too hot on some days! Would certainly recommend it and would look to stay again.
Owner response on 16-Aug-2024
Thank you Damian for your detailed review. We're delighted that you all had such a good time.
Excellent
By G Baggott on 22-Jun-2024Best equipped cottage in 40 years of holidaying in France lovely and quiet.
Owner response on 16-Jul-2024
Thank you for your review. Pleased you enjoyed you stay at Moulin de Boirot.
Quiet and comfortable
By Richard on 08-Jun-2024A very well presented and comfortable gite. Shame about the poor weather and sometimes dodgy TV signal but they didn't prevent us having a relaxing stay.
Owner response on 08-Jul-2024
Thank you for your review. It’s unfortunate that you had such unseasonal bad weather, which affects satellite TV reception badly. We hope you enjoyed watching some of the DVD films. We're pleased that you had a comfortable and relaxing stay. Gill