Charming 500 Year Old French Cottage in the Heart of Dordogne Beynac-et-Cazenac Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 108748

Front view of Beynac House, La Petite Maison

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Location: Beynac-et-Cazenac, Aquitaine, France, Europe (2 hours from Bordeaux and Toulouse, only 5 miles from Sarlat)

Accommodations:  Medieval Stone House, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths (Sleeps 4-5)

Nestled in the tiny hillside village of Beynac, La Petite Maison invokes a timeless sense of charm and beauty. Catch a glimpse of medieval life in this 500 year old home and explore the most scenic and breathtaking villages of Southwest France.

La Petite Maison is one of the most picturesque homes in Beynac. Situated on a footpath leading to the Chateau, your medieval adventure awaits. Step inside into a quiet retreat and enjoy the charm of its thick stone walls and heavy chestnut timbers. Some of its furnishings date back to the 1700’s. The wonders of old Perigord are at your doorstep!

Central village setting close to all amenities, shops, and restaurants.
–Large chestnut wood beamed ceilings in living/dining room with rustic antique and leather furniture.
–Massive stone fireplace with stove insert
and antique copper accents.
–Romantic mansard-style bedroom with luxurious bed linens and antique furniture.
–Fully modern step-down bathroom fitted with handmade Italian tiles, an ultra relaxing shower cabin, and a Napoleon III armoire.

La Petite Maison is perfect for couples and small families. With two master bedrooms, it sleeps 4 very comfortably but may also sleep 1 additional guest. There is a single bed suitable for a child in the bedroom upstairs.

The village of Beynac consists of a cluster of golden-stone houses beneath a dramatic 500 foot cliff. Perched at the top stands the 12th century Chateau Beynac, rising from the sheer cliff face along the most historic and scenic section of the Dordogne River. La Petite Masion makes for an ideal home base for visiting all the picturesque villages in the Perigord Noir, including Domme, La Roque-Gageac, Castelnaud, Monpazier, and Sarlat, the most historically preserved medieval city in all of France.

Beynac is situated amidst the most spectacular stretch of the Dordogne River. With its formidable Chateau, rows of charming houses, and the gentle river below, the setting is simply captivating. Beynac castle is renowned for being one of the best preserved medieval castles in France. It was painstakingly restored last century using only the tools of the medieval craftsman.

From the castle terrace, the chateaux of Marqueyssac, Fayrac, and Castelnaud are all within view across the verdant tapestry of this beautiful valley. Designated as one of the Most Beautiful Villages of France, Beynac never fails to impress.

Nowhere have we found a more tranquil, beautiful, and romantic setting than here in the Dordogne. Whether you are exploring fairy tale castles, strolling a local market, wandering through cobblestone streets, studying prehistoric cave art, or simply taking in the unspoiled countryside, you will come to understand why this is one of the most endearing regions in all of Europe.

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• Amenities
  • Washer: Brand new 2006
  • Dryer: Brand new 2006
  • Linens Provided
  • Off Street Parking: Parking is available down the footpath in one of three municipal lots, the closest of which is only a 2-minute walk from the front door.
  • Wood Stove: supply of firewood available for use
• Beds
  • Double Bed (2) : Our beds are slightly larger than an American double bed
  • Child Bed: A small bed suitable for children is located in the upstairs bedroom
• Entertainment
  • Cable/Satellite TV: local French channels
  • DVD
  • Video Library: Several films for your enjoyment including those shot on location around Beynac and France and several childrens videos.
  • CD Player
• Kitchen
  • Full Kitchen: Full Stovetop and Range included
  • Cooking Utensils Provided
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Catering Available: please inquire for details
• Outdoor Features
  • Deck/Patio
• Communications
  • Telephone
  • Free Long Distance: Free Long Distance: New in 2009 - FREE long distance telephone service to all of Western Europe, United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and many more.
  • Broadband Internet: Free High Speed Internet!!
  • WiFi (Wireless Internet): Free WIFI! Bring your laptop.
• Other Amenities
  • iPod base station with speakers
• Suitability
  • No Pets Allowed
  • Kid Friendly: We welcome well-behaved children but be very careful. There is a hardwood staircase which could present a hazard for toddlers.
  • Minimum Age Limit for Renters: 25 years and above
  • Smoking Not Allowed
• Activities (on site and nearby)
  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Shopping
  • Sightseeing
  • Restaurants
  • Kayaking
  • Boating
  • Swimming
  • Biking
  • Mountain Biking
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
  • Spelunking
  • Antiquing
  • Cinemas/Movie Theaters
  • Museums
  • Miniature golf
  • Horseback Riding
  • Hot Air Ballooning
• Other Activities
  • Several Chateaux nearby to explore, Canoeing the Dordogne River

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(Nov 1-Mar 27, 2009) €450/week     (Jul 11-Aug 28, 2009) €880/week
(Mar 28-May 22, 2009) €690/week    (Aug 29-Oct 16, 2009) €790/week
(May 23-Jul 10, 2009) €790/week    (Oct 17-Nov 6, 2009) €690/week

*If the week you want is booked, ask abt another property in Beynac we recommend!
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Weekly rentals run from 4 p.m. Saturday to 10 a.m. the next Saturday unless
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• 09/28/08
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  Michael Doty , Middletown, Connecticut
  • We immensely enjoyed our stay in this beautiful home.The house is clean,quiet, well-equipped and convenient to the town without being on the main road.It is close in proximity to the hotel,the pharmacy, restaurants, and town offices, but off of the main thoroughfares enough to be quiet.We appreciated it's proximity to the bakery and the wine shop!Beynac is a beautiful, storybook French village with old stone buildings and fantastic views of the river valley below.The Dordogne River itself is lovely and peaceful with loads of boating, canoeing, and kayaking. We were even privy to some hot air ballooning and some musical concerts in the town square. Market day in Sarlat is not to be missed and daily excursions to other picturesque river towns are a must.The house was a wonderful base for daytrips or a quiet place to rest when one wanted to spend a quiet day at home.Truly a fantastic property!
• 09/16/08
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  , Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
  • We loved our week at la Petite Maison in early September 2008. The day we arrived the outdoor temperature was hot, maybe close to 90, but the thick walls, tile roof and wooden shutters were very effective to keep a comfortable temperature inside the house...nights were cool so that was an opportunity to cool the house even further by opening windows. The situation was perfect.. up the hill a little so as to be quiet and even moreso at night (could not see or hear the road), but still a very easy walk to and from the parking lot (2 minutes). Restaurants, pharmacie, bakery were just steps away, but around a corner so not in view when at the house. The view from the bedroom window of the surrounding countryside is beautiful. The house is extremely well-equipped--kitchen items, books, videos, hair dryers (2), washer/dryer (tucked in a closet) bedding, towels (not face washcloths as these are not typical in Europe--we brought our own). There is even a little place by the door to hang your keys. The town of Beynac itself couldn't be more of a fairy tale vision. The beautiful golden stone literally glowed in the late day sun. Beynac is also a perfect location as a home base to venture out to other close places in the Perigord Noir. Sarlat, Monpazier, la Roque Gageac, St. Cyprien and other places with Chateaux you can tour... Castelnaud, Les Milandes (where Josephine Baker lived), Puymartin, Domme. Oh and must specially mention the shower cabinets in the bathrooms. I had never seen those before, but they are really great...it keeps the steam from getting out and heating the room. I imagine in cooler months, it keeps the cold from getting in! I'm not sure how, but this house has plenty of hot water and great water pressure. I also most appreciate Vincent and Michelle's (owners) website which is very informative with tips on things to do. The guide in the house as well as the orientation guide emailed in advance make for a completely stress-free time as it explains many aspects of the house and area (for those of us who are planners and organizers!) We have studied German and Spanish (in addition to native English) so really didn't have any French speaking skills...but we had absolutely no trouble by memorizing several key phrases--please, thank you, sorry I don't speak french, how much, can you speak English, and of course, wine, red wine, white wine, and wine of the region. Speaking of which, you must get some foie gras or duck/goose pate, put it on some lettuce from a local market, get some bread, cheese, and eat these with a bottle of Monbazillac (sweet white regional wine). Our friends who live near Toulouse said this is traditional... to this we also added some of the local sausages.mm mm! Now back home for a few days, we are on duck/foie gras detox now :-) ... and we are pining away for the regional wines. The Dordogne is a magical place! Thanks again to Vincent and Michelle.
• 08/02/08
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  Dave Mc. , California
  • I had a wonderful time in Beynac at the petite maison. I bicycled throughout the region and explored many beautiful villages. The house is perfectly equipped, and the decor is fabulous. This is a "one of a kind" spot and I will be back to visit. -Dave Mc.
• 06/16/08
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  Maree & Russell Littlepage , Melbourne Australia
  • Our stay in your beautiful cottage remains a highlight of our recent trip to France.The friendly village of Beynac was a perfect location for exploring the magnificent Perigord area. It was a pleasure to return to La Petite Maison at the end of the day. We appreciated your travel books and DVDs, the well equipped kitchen and the cosy fire on those chilly April evenings. Thank you so much for sharing your home with us. We will happily recommend it to others and hope to return some time in the future.
• 06/06/08
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  jack and martha , atlanta/ ga
  • We thoroughly enjoyed our visit to Petite Maison. We don't think we left a stone unturned. We shopped a different market every day, took day trips to: Font de Gaume, Goffrey de Padriac, Jardin d' Eyrignac, Monpazier to the west and as far as St Cere to the east.We had a glorious evening ballon ride. We enjoyed your porch each evening with a bottle of wine and great regional food. The Dordogne area is certainly one of our most memorable visit to France. Thank you for the opportunity to enjoy your lovely home.
• 06/03/08
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  Merideth Hendry , Fullerton, CA USA
  • My husband and I celebrated our 39th wedding anniversary while staying in this romantic little cottage! It was heaven. The house is so pretty and well maintained that many people stopped and took pictures as they walked by. The town is beautiful, with lots to see and the people friendly. There are many places to visit near by, so it is the perfect base to tour the Dordogne area. The owners made us feel so welcome, and their local representatives were great! We highly recommend La Petite Maison to anyone who wants a clean, well maintained, beautiful place to stay in the Dordogne area.
• 05/06/08
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  Nena McGhee , San Diego, CA
  • La Petite Maison is such a great place. My family of 5 stayed there to enjoy the wonderful Beynac. We thoroughly enjoyed this cottage and really appreciated the details w/ videos, plastic cups, plates, etc. for our little ones and brand new plates, glasses, kitchen gadgets, etc. for us. I can't wait until my next visit!
• 10/02/07
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  Mary M. , Winthrop, WA USA
  • We spent a lovely week in this delightful cottage in Beynac. The Dordogne is beautiful, and the people and food were fabulous. But some of our favorite times were sitting on the tiny patio of the cottage, sipping wine, eating bread and cheese and chatting with the tourists passing by. And if you enjoy cooking, the small kitchen is well stocked for making your own great food!
• 09/02/07
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  • Guest Comment entered by Homeowner:
    We enjoyed Beynac and the surrounding area. What a beautiful part of the world! Your little cottage was the perfect place to absorb the atmosphere of the medieval village, everything was fine and it was a very relaxing place to unwind after a hectic day out!! It also provided us with the oppurtunity to buy and prepare food from the wonderful local markets-- something special!! Your information was a great help and very much appreciated. Once again, many thanks Cathy
• 08/29/07
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  Eileen , Lafayette, CA, USA
  • Our family of five had a wonderful stay in La Petite Maison. The very clean, well-furnished cottage was filled with thoughtful touches to make our stay pleasant. We loved the location of the cottage in the village and were able to explore the many sights in the Dordogne region. We highly recommend La Petite Maison, and can't wait to return.

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