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Charming single storey barn Dordogne/Charente border

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Farmhouse & L'Erable
Secluded Pool
Kitchen
kitchen
L'Erable back patio

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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Bouteilles-Saint-Sébastien, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
  • Place, La Lizonne
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Brantôme Abbey
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Place, Circuit de Haute Saintonge
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming single storey barn Dordogne/Charente border

Nestling on the hillside between the picturesque Roman villages of Bouteilles and St Paul de Lizonne, in a pretty and interesting corner of rural south west France, this former tobacco farm has been lovingly restored, retaining a traditional French country feel. Centred around a shaded courtyard, L’Erable is a charming conversion of one of the ancient single storey barns, sitting alongside the main farmhouse inhabited by ourselves.
L’Erable is an immaculately presented, light and airy house radiating warmth and a friendly atmosphere. The carefully designed interior centres around the extensively equipped farmhouse kitchen. Attractively furnished to compliment the many traditional country features inc. beams and mellow stone walls. French doors permit the sun and warmth to filter in from the courtyard, benefiting from two pretty terraces, back and front, both with comfortable furniture on which to enjoy the tranquil country surroundings.



BEACHES AND WATER PARK: River beaches: Aubeterre which is 8 miles away has a lovely river beach with grassed play area, cafe and restaurant. St Aulaye (14 miles) has the same, together with water slides! Water park: 40 mins away in Augouleme, Nautilis water park with 50m indoor pools, diving pools, outdoor and indoor slides, wave machines. Large lake for fishing & water sports



SAINT SEVERIN: Situated just 3km from Saint Severin, where you will find all the usual village shops, butchers and bakers, as well as grocers, bank, chemist, newsagents, Post Office, doctors etc - not forgetting 3 bars/cafés and small family hotel with restaurant.
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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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

About the area

Bouteilles-Saint-Sébastien

Located in Bouteilles-Saint-Sébastien, this holiday home is in a rural area. Château de la Mercerie and Moulin de la Veyssiere are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Monolithic Church of Saint-Jean and Château de Villebois-Lavalette. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.
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Bouteilles-Saint-Sébastien, Nouvelle-Aquitaine

What's nearby

  • La Lizonne - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Brantôme Abbey - 42 min drive - 44.8 km
  • Perigueux Golf Club - 49 min drive - 53.5 km
  • Cathedrale St-Front - 54 min drive - 59.0 km
  • Château de la Rochefoucauld - 58 min drive - 74.3 km

Getting around

  • Montmoreau Station - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Le Calice - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Château le Mas de Montet - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪La Licorne - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪La Cloche - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Le Borsalino - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Charming single storey barn Dordogne/Charente border have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Charming single storey barn Dordogne/Charente border?

As of 30 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming single storey barn Dordogne/Charente border on 23 Apr 2026 start from £187, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Charming single storey barn Dordogne/Charente border pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Charming single storey barn Dordogne/Charente border?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming single storey barn Dordogne/Charente border?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming single storey barn Dordogne/Charente border?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming single storey barn Dordogne/Charente border located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.6 km) from La Lizonne and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Jardins du Coq. Plage De Petit-Bersac and Monolithic Church of Saint-Jean are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 38 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Marc D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Holiday!

We had a wonderful time.The location is beautiful. The house is cozy, comfortable, and well-equipped. Nigel and Lisa were perfect hosts, providing us with great tips about the area and things to do. We normally never return to the same location, but this is exceptional, and we will definitely be back!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful two weeks at this property. We were greeted by Nigel and Lisa who showed us round. It was the best equipped gite we have ever stayed in. Nigel was on hand to answer any queries and arranged a high chair quickly for our grandson. He also surprised us with a new air fryer when we had mentioned we used one at home. We visited some lovely nearby towns and villages. The pool which was kept spotless was very well used and enjoyed. The air conditioning in the bedrooms was very welcome. We also used the excellent gas barbecue every day. We would thoroughly recommend the property and thank Nigel and Lisa.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Linda G.

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Relaxing

Property comfortable. Owners friendly and available if needed. Well equipped. Very relaxing. Children loved the pool. Canoing, kayaking, river trips. Sight seeing markets and more
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Helen W.

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Gorgeous, tranquil location - perfect for a relaxing holiday

Property was lovely - well equipped, comfortable beds, plenty of room to relax in the family room. Two of the bedrooms have air con but we didn’t always use it as the thick walls keep it fairly cool anyway. Great spaces for eating, both inside and out. Garden was a real bonus - plenty of space for kids to play - and views of the beautiful French countryside. We spent a lot of time by the pool - which was a great size and kept lovely and clean. Although it was hard to drag ourselves away from the pool there is plenty to do within about 30-60 minute drive. Lots of interesting towns to explore, and we did several kayaking trips and bike rides. There are also a number of river beaches which I think would be good with younger kids. Nigel and Lisa were absolutely brilliant hosts - really friendly, helpful and responsive, but not intrusive at all. We got some great tips about things to do/places to go which we would not have found otherwise. I do not have a bad thing to say about this place and would not hesitate to recommend it - we have just come back from 2 weeks there, and have had a wonderful relaxing holiday. Sent from my iPhone
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ivor S.

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A HIDDEN GEM

Tucked away in its own grounds along with the owners house, and hidden from the road, makes this a real hidden gem and so private it seems like the rest of the world doesn't exist. Nigel & Lisa couldn't have been more welcoming and helpful throughout, and kept the place spotless, and the welcome 'goodies' were delicious - the pool was amazing, with a 10ft (approx) deep end but sloping up to shallows well suitable for children. The house & especially the kitchen was so well equipped and by far the best property we have stayed at in France, (and this is the 20th time over 30 years we have self catered there). The region itself is tranquil and beautiful, with so many lovely towns and villages within easy reach, our favourite being Aubeterre (one of the top 100 beautiful towns in France) where lunch is a must. There is a great Bolangerie (and well equipped Spar shop) just up the road in St. Saverin, with Riberac just 15mins away for supermarkets and a brilliant Friday market. Many thanks to Nigel & Lisa making our holiday so special, and look forward to seeing you again.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Excellent stay in a peaceful property

Outstanding gite. Our family of five found only one 'problem' during our two-week stay. Was it the view? Nope. The view was lovely from the very peaceful terrace. Pool was large, warm, private and sheltered, with a great deep end, with also shaded areas to read and sunny areas to lounge on unbroken, comfy sun loungers and soak up the sun. Japanese garden quirky, with many other places outside to sit. Kitchen spacious and had everything we needed (save for one thing). Beds comfy and there was a range of pillows. The sitting room comfortably would fit six film watchers. The owners had just updated the TV and so we briefly seemed to lose satellite telly to watch the Women's Euros, but that problem was quickly remedied. But it would be best to ask Nigel about the tv/dvd situation. It was fine for us. We watched Netflix. Dining table comfortably fit six diners, as would the terrace area, which was well enough lit to play board games at night. There is enough area to play badminton and to kick a ball around. Local village of St Severin is 7 minutes by car and sells most things in a (very friendly) Spar shop, and has restaurants and bars (not tried). Riberac is 15 mins away for larger supermarkets and more restaurants and bars. Angouleme is 45 minutes away. Perigueux is also 45 mins away and prettier but slightly smaller than Angouleme. The market at Chalais on a Monday will set you up for cold meat and cheese, plus lots of cheap summer clothes, trinkets, English novels, good lunch. The owners of the gite are incredibly responsive, friendly and discreet. They dealt with all issues immediately (but the issues were not about anything wrong; there was never anything wrong). We and our three daughters (15, 17, 19) really enjoyed the very peaceful, roomy, friendly atmosphere and comfy gite. Wi-Fi good. Negatives? We've stayed in many French properties over the years and this was the best. It is more geared towards older teenagers than younger children. It didn't have as many outdoor games or indoor board games or books as some places, but we always come prepared anyway. The only criticism was the lack of cereal bowls. (They had pasta bowls but only one cereal bowl.) So, if it's a surfeit of cereal bowls you are after, try somewhere else. But if it is a very peaceful and comfortable gite representing excellent value for money with really good hosts that you would be genuinely tempted to return to again and again, try this place out.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Carri K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely two-week stay. The house was absolutely perfect – beautifully maintained, spotlessly clean, and equipped with everything we could possibly need.We spent many hours lounging by the pool, swimming and playing games in the garden. The location was ideal – peaceful and scenic, yet close enough to charming villages, local markets, and attractions that made exploring the area a joy. It really was a beautiful place to relax. The owners, Nigel and Lucy, were incredibly warm, welcoming, and helpful throughout our stay – always available if we had questions, but never intrusive. It was clear they genuinely cared about ensuring we had a great experience, and they succeeded on every level. We had a wonderful stay, would highly recommend!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sibel B.

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Des vacances parfaites !

TOUT était réuni pour passer des vacances parfaites : des hôtes charmants, prévenants et toujours disponibles, une piscine sublime logée dans un cadre superbe, une maison propre, parfaitement équipée ( +++ pour le frigo à glaçons et le bbq de competition! Bref un havre de paix pour recharger les batteriesMerci!!!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

mario d.

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Twee leuke weken in de Dordogne

Twee heerlijke weken doorgebracht in maison neuve bij de vriendelijke eigenaars Nigel en Lisa. Prima locatie in een mooie en rustige omgeving. Alles was aanwezig in het huis en ook het grote zwembad is een pluspunt. Zeker een locatie om terug te komen!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

jacques f.

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un séjour au calme, dans la nature avec le chant des oiseaux! très agréable. l'hôte est charmant .

séjour en famille dans cette maison très cosy. la maison est très jolie te très confortable. Dans les champs et les arbres; pas un bruit à part le chant des oiseaux. nous avons même vu des biches dans le jardin! très belle piscine, beaux extérieurs.L'hôte est charmant et discret. Nous vous conseillons ce séjour!
Stayed 21 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Grace W.

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Superb! A relaxing swimmers’ paradise

We had an amazing stay at Nigel and Lisa’s gîte. It had everything we needed and Nigel and Lisa were the perfect hosts. As a keen swimmer, the pool is the cleanest I’ve swam in and has a deep end for diving. It’s a very peaceful and relaxing environment and just a short drive to some pretty towns and river beaches. Our girls particularly enjoyed the beach at Lac Jamaye with its free kayak and paddle board activities. Coffee and milkshakes at the up cycling cafe in St Severin also went down a treat!! We holiday in France a lot and It’s the best property we have stayed in. Thank you!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022
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8/10 Good

Annelies D.

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Lovely stay

We had a lovely stay with Nigel and Lisa. Two kind people who are very helpful. The house was perfect for the four of us. Our little kids (4,5 and 1,5) had a blast, especially the pool was a big bonus. Very quiet surroundings. We would definitely recommand.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Gérard D.

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superbe samaine calme et charme ...

Un grand merci a Lisa et Nigel pour leur accueil et leurs attentions leur présence discrète mais tres sympathique . La maison est parfaitement conforme aux photos , la déco et les fonctionnalités mises a disposition sont tres agréables les appareillages ménagers de grande qualité la piscine isolée est superbe et inspire la farniente Le lieu dit est tres calme et tres reposant avec de nombreuses activités ou visites culturelles dans un rayon proche et les magasins nécessaires sont à proximité ainsi que des marchés de producteurs Nous avons passé un excellent moment chez Lisa et Nigel et nous en garderons un très bon souvenir .
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Kurt V.

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TOP

What else can I say. All the positive reviews are 100% true. We had a perfect holiday. House & location are great. Nigel & Lisa are outstanding.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Dawn C.

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Lovely stay

Lovely stay in a very good location. Would stay in the property again and return to the area.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline G.

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Super stay

Just back from an enjoyable stay. The accommodation was perfect for our family, clean, spacious & well equipped. Nigel was helpful & attentive without being intrusive. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Dieter G.

Tolles Ferienhaus mit großem Pool in einer ruhigen Landschaft

Wir waren mit dem Ferienhaus, dem gut gepflegten Poolwasser, den Betten und Bädern rundherum glücklich und sehr zufrieden. Die Räume sind einserseits zweckmäßig aber auch mit zahlreichen Bildern und Kunstobjekten geschmackvoll eingerichtet. Wir haben unseren Aufenthalt, nicht zuletzt wegen der guten Betreuung durch Nigel sehr genossen. Wir kommen gerne noch einmal zurück. Es gibt dort kein deutschsprachiges Satellitenfernsehen aber wir haben es in den 3 Wochen auch nicht wirklich vermisst.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Sabine B.

Gorgious holidays, wonderful host

La Canicule bis 38 Grad war wunderbar erträglich: Pool, Baumschatten, klimatisierte Schlafzimmer - so genossen wir den Hochsommer im Juni. Nigel war ein wunderbarer Gastgeber, sehr hilfsbereit und freundlich. Morgens durch die Hügel nach St. Séverin zum Bäcker, am Freitag nach Ribérac auf den Markt, nachmittags zum Apéro in Allemand, das war eine sehr entspannte und wunderschöne Woche.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

Peaceful Bliss

After an horrendous journey we were so relieved to see L'Erable looked as pretty as it does it the pictures. Lovely welcome pack including some lovely white wine chilling nicely in the huge American style fridge, within 10 minutes we had forgotten all about the awful journey. As previous people have said the kitchen is so well equipped with every thing you could possibly need ! Lovely large pool which is not overlooked so nice and private. All in all a wonderful place to stay and we will be back :-) L & G - Surrey
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10/10 Excellent

Jane A.

Peace & Quiet

Have been coming to this area of France for the last 10 years and the last 3 years we have stayed at L'Erable! Can't say much more than has already been said, wonderfully equipped and great to have the 3 bathrooms. Probably the cleanest pool we have ever used and very private. As previous people have said, Linda and Nigel are on hand if needed but very discreet. Yes we will be coming back :-)
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10/10 Excellent

Jacky S.

Lovely well equipped property.

This property provides you with everything needed to ensure a great stay. The kitchen is very well equipped with two ovens and a big fridge/freezer which is great when there are six people. It also provides cold filtered water and ice cubes which we made great use of. The pool area offers sun and shade which was great as the weather was hot. The surrounding towns offer nice days out if you want to leave the house and pool. We would love to go back, which we rarely want to do.
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10/10 Excellent

Robert P.

Do we really have to go home??

What a lovely surprise awaited us in France, this must be the nicest property we have ever stayed in and we have stayed in quite a few on our many trips to France. The Barn was absolutely beautiful, from the furnishings, the huge TV, lovely bedrooms and bathrooms, all we could have hoped for and then some. Linda and Nigel have thought of everything, some things we needn't have taken with us. The kitchen was more than well equipped for all of our meals, a fantastic fridge freezer so plenty of cold water and ice on hand. Linda and Nigel were around whenever we needed to ask a question but never invaded our space. The pool was brilliant, warm and clean with plenty of sun-loungers for that serious order of the day - sun bathing! They also provided a really lovely welcome pack for us with wine, butter, fruit and jam, totally unexpected but very welcome indeed :-) A real home from home and a place which we would highly recommend and somewhere we hope to return to. Thank you again Linda and Nigel for making our holiday so enjoyable. Jan and Rob Page
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10/10 Excellent

Pauline C.

Perfection!

We stayed here for two weeks but would have quite happily stayed much longer. This immaculate house is in a lovely, peaceful location with Nigel and Linda on hand next door should anything be needed. However, they are totally discreet and will not intrude. They have managed to provide a beautiful holiday home with everything you could possibly need for a comfortable stay. They really have thought of everything! We have stayed in various holiday homes in France and they were all lovely but this is exceptional! Should we stay in this area again we wouldn't hesitate to re-book.
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10/10 Excellent

lesley R.

The Reillys and the Oyarzabals - July/August 2011

"Perfect House" "Perfect Location" "Perfect Hosts" All in all "Perfect"
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10/10 Excellent

Ian S.

Super holiday house - highly recommended

The other reviews of L'Erable convinced us to book the house for our holiday this year and we were not disappointed. We can certainly confirm that L'Erable's facilities are as good as advertised and we were not disappointed in any way (except for the unseasonable cool weather, sadly). An extra facility that we discovered was the recently installed wi-fi which kept my ipad-using daughters happy. Nigel and Linda were great hosts providing advice about the local area (and a v. interesting look at Nigel's studio). Highly recommended - we tend to move around when booking holidays but if we decided to come back to this area, L'Erable would certainly be our first choice.

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