Restored Cottage in Berbiguières, a Classic Dordogne Village Berbiguières Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 11546

"The Village"

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Location: Berbiguières, Aquitaine, France, Europe (120 k East of Bordeaux, Near St Cyprien, 20 k West of Sarlat) View Map

Accommodations:  Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath (Sleeps 4)

Berbiguières is a small, picturesque village in the heart of the Perigord Noir. Its houses cluster along the walls of a 15th century chateau. The entire village is classified and protected from commercialization. It is ideally situated for exploring the Dordogne region.

On the main level of the charmingly-restored, 400-year-old, Non-Smoking cottage is the living/dining area with its original open fireplace. The kitchen has all you need for dining in. Downstairs is the main bedroom, together with the bathroom, toilet room, and laundry. Upstairs is a second bedroom with two single beds. The stone terrace and grape arbor are setup for outdoor grilling and dining. Linens are provided. Cleaning service is available for a fee. (Note: the stairs to the upper and lower levels are somewhat steep and may not be suitable for infirm people.)

Berbiguières is within easy reach of a rich variety of historic sites, from the pre-historic caves at Lascaux, to nearly 50 restored castles that date from the 100 Years War (1325-1453), to elegant 17th and 18th century chateaux with their lovely formal gardens. Access to the Dordogne for swimming and canoeing is nearby. There are boat tours along the river if you prefer a narrated approach. The hills beckon with excellent hiking opportunities.

The Dordogne region is renowned for its truffles, its foie gras, and its fine cuisine and Bordeaux wines. The vineyards of St. Emillion, Montbazillac, and Cahors are within an hour or two's drive. Outdoor markets rotate daily through local towns, such as Sarlat, St. Cyprien, and Bergerac, if you want to shop for local fare and eat in. Or, dine in one of the many fine restaurants in the area. Visit fortified bastide towns, such as Domme, Belves, and Montpazier, for a sense of medieval history. In summer, there are excellent theater and music festivals to enjoy.

English-speaking neighbors are ready to help you find your way around the cottage, the neighborhood, or the region. This makes the cottage ideal for holiday and vacation rental. IF MY PROPERTY IS OCCUPIED WHEN YOU WOULD LIKE TO RENT, I MAY BE ABLE TO ASSIST WITH OTHER PROPERTIES IN THE VILLAGE; PLEASE CONTACT ME.

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• Amenities
  • Washer
  • Linens Provided
  • Wood Fireplace
• Beds
  • Double Bed
  • Twin/Single Bed (2)
• Entertainment
  • CD Player
  • Music Library
• Kitchen
  • Full Kitchen
  • Cooking Utensils Provided
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
• Outdoor Features
  • Charcoal BBQ Grill
  • Deck/Patio
• Suitability
  • Pet Friendly
  • Smoking Not Allowed
• Activities (on site and nearby)
  • Golf
  • Shopping
  • Sightseeing
  • Restaurants
  • Rafting
  • Kayaking
  • Boating
  • Swimming
  • Biking
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
  • Antiquing
  • Museums
  • Horseback Riding
  • Hot Air Ballooning
• Other Activities
  • Historical Sites

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Rentals are by the week from Saturday (4 PM) to Saturday (10 AM).
January-March, Oct-December .. $775/week.
April-September .............. $825/week.
A non-refundable 25% Deposit is required at time of booking.
The balance is due two months before occupancy & also includes a $175
Damage/Cleaning Deposit. If the cottage is not left
as found, a $60 Cleaning Fee will be charged. If cancellation follows
full payment, 75% of Fees will be refunded if property is re-rented.

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

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• 07/07/09
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  Rodney Rich , Tubac, Arizona
  • My wife and I spent a week in this lovely cottage in the Dordogne. We had a terrific time visiting the valley, the chateau's, and the Cro-magnon trail. We visited a cave with paintings that were 14,000 years old and we also enjoyed the the food and wine. This is a great place to visit.
• 04/01/09
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  • Guest Comment entered by Homeowner:
    The following is copied from an entry by the rentor at TripAdvisor. "Please note that I'm not advertising anything, just making a suggestion for an awesome place to stay in the Dordogne. We rented a cottage in a VERY small town called Berbiguières which is very close to all the great spots along the Dordogne. The cost was very reasonable considering there was 4 of us and was the best place we stayed during our 2 weeks in France. It's a 3-5 minute drive to Saint Cyprien which has a large grocery store and an amazing Market on Sunday mornings."
• 09/08/08
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  • My familiy and I stayed one week in this cottage in August 2008. The cottage is a lovely renovation in a charming little village. Staying in this little village was like steping back in time. The village is off the beaten path but well located for exploring the Dordogne. We would definitely return to this cottage. Many thanks to Katherine and David for making their cottage available. Bill, Lill, & Jennifer Aurora, Canada
• 06/02/08
  Positive Rating
  Jennifer & Bill Porter , Laguna Niguel, CA
  • We can only endorse many of the other positive remarks about this charming and most comfortable cottage in the Dordogne. This is not just a vacation cottage, the owners use it themselves and it has a lot of personal touches that one does not usually find in a rental. We would have liked to have had more time to just enjoy the cottage, but there are so many interesting places to visit...all easily reachable within a few hours drive at most. We have travelled in Europe quite extensively and this area of France is very special and amazingly unspoilt. Thank you Katherine and David for sharing your home with us.
• 07/09/07
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  Peggy & Martin , Seattle, Washington
  • I have lived and traveled in France many times over the last 20+ years but I've never been as relaxed and content as the last week in June at this cottage in Berbiguieres. I wish we had been there longer than a week because the charm of the village and the riches of the region continued to unfold (castles, wild mushrooms, kayaking...). I loved being in the kitchen cutting up fresh local produce while looking over other rooftops and up the meadow. There was a daily surprise, lightning over the castle, hummingbirds on the patio, glow worms on the walkways visible after midnight and one special grave in the cemetery. The cottage was charming and very well-equipped. The absence of phone, television, outside world other than radio is priceless. I still feel a bit heartsick not being there and we are thinking about when we can go to the cottage again, perhaps to see it in another season. Make sure to read the whole guestbook when you arrive; it has great information. My only real comment, the photos on this site do not do the cottage or village justice. Feel free to contact me so I can overwhelm you with more highlights.
• 05/23/07
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  • This cottage in Berbiguieres was wonderful. It was like being in a fairytale with its rustic wood and thick stone walls, yet had all the mnodern conveniences. The location could not have been better with nearby 16th century castles, pre-history caves with their paintings, and the beauty of the Dordogne. We look forward to going back.
• 11/01/06
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  • This is an ideal cottage in a perfect Dordogne village. The owners have taken pains to ensure a comfortable stay with lots of home-like extras such as a small library, good pillows, and a Weber grill on the wonderful terrace--amenities that bely the sense that you are living in the midst of long ago. V.G. Boston, MA
• 05/24/06
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  • Guest Comment entered by Homeowner:
    After four hectic days in Paris it was such a treat to retreat to your cottage. We absolutely love this beautiful area of France. Each morning we would find a market and buy some bread, cheese, wine and salad fixings then return "home" in the early evenings to sit on the patio and enjoy the long, lovely sunsets and Cuckoo birds. We enjoyed meeting some of you neighbors, taking long walks around the village, and your little cottage had everything we needed to be comfortable. What a fine time we had, and I certainly hope we will go back for more visits...you do have a little piece of paradise.
• 08/23/05
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  Terri Whitelaw , St. John's, Newfoundland
  • We truly loved our time in Berbiguieres and could have spent much longer. The cottage met all of our hopes, let alone expectations, and when the personal touches extended to music, books and even cookbooks, we were enchanted. Mornings with a cup of tea, windows open, listening to the country overlaid by occasional bells will be long savoured. Evenings spent with a glass of wine, sitting on the terrace watching the glorious stone walls come alive with colour will help sustain us through dreary winter nights. The best recommendation I can give is that we have all agreed that we want return for a much longer time.
• 04/13/05
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  • Guest Comment entered by Homeowner:
    YES -- we had an amazing time at your cottage ... in fact, it was wonderful!! The cottage was perfect -- we spent many hours relaxing at the outdoor table on the terrace, reading, drinking red wine, listening to the breeze softly rustle the grape vines. What a delightful place!! Thank you again for sharing your special place -- we loved the Dordogne and would definitely recommend your cottage in particular to anyone that we know who may travel there. B. E.

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