Le Chataignier - 3 Bedroom (Sleeps 6) Barn in Villefranche-Du-Périgord
Beautiful 16th Century Barn, Private Pool set in the Heart of the Dordogne within acres of meadow and woodland, kids park, wifi - Le Chataignier
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Overview
Description
Set in a peaceful environment within acres of wild meadow and woodland, this stunning 16th Century French stone Barn has been beautifully renovated. It is filled with charm and character and has many of the original beams and open stonework, keeping it lovely and cool on those long hot summer days!Sleeps up to 6 in 3 charming bedrooms. 1 double bedroom and 2 twin bedrooms. The double bedroom has a king size bed, double wardrobes and dressing table and with a view of the hazelnut trees and woods where the family of red squirrel live! The 2 twin rooms overlook the large back gardens and pool area. They have wardrobes and drawers, so no need to live out of your suitcase!
The country style kitchen is lovely, bright and airy, extremely well equipped with all the modern appliances, including washing machine, fridge freezer, dishwasher, cooker, coffee senseo machine, toaster etc. Sits 6 comfortably around the table. French doors take you outside to the terrace with the BBQ. It has a large pergola with a gorgeous climbing campsis covering it for shade and is great for Alfresco dining!
Inside the large living area with beamed ceiling, there are 2 sofas and 2 armchairs, TV with English channels, Dvd player and a large selection of Dvd's, books and games. The living area leads out onto the raised back terrace, which leads down the garden to the pool area. From here you can watch the most fantastic sunsets! The steps take you into the garden with hammocks nestled between the shady trees for many hours of relaxing and book reading! WIFI.
A place to make many wonderful memories with family and friends!. In the centre of the barn is a large covered terrace with a table and chairs to sit 6 comfortably. There are other private terraces to the side and back of the barn, so you can either follow the sun or shade around. The large mature gardens surround the barn on all sides, with much space to run, play, unwind or simply relax in.
The enclosed, fenced and gated Private swimming pool area has great views with sun loungers and parasols plus an oak Pavilion to relax inside or to escape from the heat of the day! The pool is a beautiful 'kidney shape' and is 9m x 5m and has a depth of 1.30 metres.
There is a fab kids play park, completely private for guests staying in the barn and just 12 steps from the terrace. There is an enclosed trampoline, swings, slide and a table tennis table, keeping the children entertained for hours and also a separate boules and badminton court! This whole area is a great place for cycling or walking on the many quiet roads.
The grounds are full of wildlife, from the daily grazing of deer, family of red squirrels jumping across the hazelnut trees, badgers and wild boars frequent the woods, the hawks, cuckoo's, woodpeckers and owls, these are just a few of the animals you can expect to see or hear whilst on your holiday! Plus our friendly pet donkeys and pony!
Just a 20 min stroll to our local and very friendly Bastide village with many shops including boulangeries for your fresh warm morning croissants and bread, butchers, cafes, mini-marts, coffee shops, bank with atm, tourist office and restaurants. Within 40 mins away from Sarlat, Beynac, Les Eyzies, Castelnaud, Roque de Gageac, 15 mins from Monpazier. With so many activities including, canoeing, kayaking, caving, tree top climbing, water parks, chateaux, lakes, markets, hot air ballooning, castles......or you may simply choose to stay on site making use of all the great facilities or catch up with your favourite books and unwind!!
Bergerac is our nearest airport - 55 mins away with flights from Stansted, East midlands, Liverpool, Edinburgh, Bournemouth, Bristol and Manchester with Ryanair. Hire car is available at the airport. Hertz, Europcar and one called Buggs which is English owned.
Tourist Tax is paid on arrival.
Bedroom Details
Bedroom 1
1 x King Bed
2 large double wardrobes.
Bedroom 2
2 x Single Beds
1 x Cot Bed
Open stonework and beams
Bedroom 3
2 x Single Beds
Overlooking the large gardens
19 Reviews
Leave ReviewA slice of paradise!
By Ceara & Scott on 13-Sep-2025We loved everything about our stay at this property, it is perfectly situated to explore the surrounding area or just to stay at the Gite and relax! The property, pool and extensive gardens were all well maintained and Tracy and her family couldn't have been more welcoming. We are already planning our next visit!
Owner response on 29-Jan-2026
Thank you for your review ! So glad you both enjoyed your stay here and already looking forward to seeing you again in a few months time !
Le Chataignier
By Cynthia and John Nisbet on 30-Aug-2025A well equipped house on a quiet hill top. The house is only 10 walk (2 mins) drive from Villefranche du Perigord. Big garden with plenty of room for children's play and of course the superb private swimming pool. Lots of seating, to suit hot sunny weather as well as cool shady areas. The owners were attentive to our needs, supplying us with a bottle of local wine and a couple of treats. Plenty of car parking. Booking was easy, all done via email bank transfer etc and full directions supplied.
Owner response on 07-Jan-2026
Thank you for your review ! Really happy you enjoyed your stay here again and I hope we see you again in the future !
Another Excellent Holiday
By Will and Marg on 21-Jun-2025Having returned to this property for the last five years and having just read the latest, ridiculous review, we can't believe this person actually stayed there. Tracy is the most helpful, friendly host you could wish for. The property, pool and grounds are all beautifully kept and show a true, rural, French property at its very best. We will be back and highly recommend.
Owner response on 04-Aug-2025
Thank you both for your kind comments. We can't please everyone ! Always so lovely to have you here. Best wishes, Tracy x
Disappointing
By Charlotte Eilenberg on 19-Jul-2025Five of us stayed for a week in July 2025. It was a disappointing visit for the following reasons. The outside space is generous and the pool well maintained with various activities provided such as badminton, boules and table tennis. It was a shame that only two table tennis bats were provided for our venue and most of the balls had had their day. As for the 80 acres of Parkland, apart from the walk into town, these proved inaccessible with no clear pathways. On arrival we were met with a five minute lecture on rubbish separation and disposal before we were invited to set foot in the property. We paid £1500 for the week, excluding an additional £64 tourist tax, so it was disappointing to find that the place felt as if it had been furnished with hand-me-downs or at least not refreshed for many years. The furnishings are tired and on the shabby side. The duvets are synthetic and the pillows lumpy, the towels and sheets and bath mats are cheap and ill matching. The sitting room is quite dark and the lighting provided is weak. There are very few power points upstairs. Our hostess’s tone was unfortunate, not to say rude. When we pointed out that two out of three of the bedroom doors didn’t close, this was her response: “to be honest with you, those bedroom doors have never shut in 20 years and you are the first to mention it.” It felt as if we were being impertinent to point out that our bedroom doors didn’t actually close. How difficult is it to ask a local carpenter to make sure they do? And will it take another 20 years? We were provided with only a very few dishwasher tablets for a week’s stay. When I wondered if a few more might be provided, the response was: “As I don’t use a dishwasher, I don’t have endless supplies. I have popped two outside the gite for you.” The house notes instructed us to clean the house before we left or face in €80 surcharge. In approximately 50 years of renting properties all over the world, this is the first time we have ever been asked to clean a property ourselves. There was almost no information about recommended local restaurants, which are after all one of the great pleasures such a region provides and very little information was forthcoming when we asked for it. We are ourselves owners of a much sought after property that we advertise on simply owners. We provide new matching linen and towels, all of high-quality, not to mention enough dishwasher tablets for anybody’s needs. A bit more care about the quality and quantity of what is provided for, and a more welcoming manner towards guests, would make them feel more appreciated and cared for rather than there on sufferance.
Owner response on 04-Aug-2025
Please read all my 5 STARS reviews. ‘Self catering’ means you ‘cater for yourself’! You clearly took offence that I didn't have any more than 6 dishwasher tablets to give you after only 48hrs. Did you really need to be so rude, ungrateful and insulting? Our French barn has quality in-keeping furniture that has been personally chosen, rescued from landfill and lovingly upcycled. Leaving a property as you find it is a respectful thing to do. At least your son told me he’d had a “great time”
Stunning place to stay
By Les Bone on 05-Jul-2025Absolutely beautiful gite in an incredible setting. From the moment we arrived,my family and myself felt completely at home.Tracy was there to greet us and explained everything about the house,pool and surrounding areas.The gite was spotless and has everything you need for your holiday.The pool was incredible and so quiet. The village is only 2 minutes down the lane and walkable if you fancy a leisurely stroll. If you’re after a chilled and relaxing holiday,look no further,this place is incredible!!!
Owner response on 21-Jul-2025
Thank you for your kind comments. So glad you enjoyed your stay here and loved our barn ! We look forward to welcoming you back anytime !!
Beautiful and peaceful, most relaxing holiday ever!
By Claire, Justin & Daisy on 27-Jul-2024We had a wonderful 2 weeks at Le Chataignier, the weather was glorious the whole time. The house had everything you needed, the kitchen was super well equipped, plenty of books to read, games to play and a pile of DVDs to watch if you wanted to, we didn't as we far preferred to be sat outside watching the bats or the stars in the evening with a glass of wine. we enjoyed the private pool as well as the boules. So much to do in the area all within about an hours drive. Beynac Chateau a must as well as the little boat trip. Domme was beautiful and the caves a must visit. My husband and daughter visited Padirac caves which were spectacular and about 1 hour 40 mins away. Don't miss a visit to Monpazier, a truly stunning little town. Villefranche du Perigord was gorgeous and had everything you needed for supplies or eating out. Tracy is the most incredible host and you can tell she has been doing this for a long time, she could not have been more friendly and helpful. Whist Tracy and her family lived nearby, you would only see them if you needed them. Last but not least, Lexi and Tyler the most friendliest and loveliest dogs, we enjoyed our daily visit from them in the evening. A truly wonderful holiday in a beautiful part of France.
Owner response on 17-Aug-2024
Thank you Claire, Justin and Daisy! You were the perfect guests and look forward to welcoming you back at any time! Xx