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Marcadis Gite @Finders Keepers France. Adult only site with 16 acres and a lake

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Side of the gite
Small dipping pool with fantastic views
Kitchen with electric hob and oven
Kitchen with microwave
Kitchen with dishwasher

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

1 bedroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Moncrabeau, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
  • Musée du Preservatif
    11 min drive
  • Condom Cathedral
    11 min drive
  • The Armagnac Museum
    12 min drive
  • Agen (AGF-La Garenne)
    39 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Marcadis Gite @Finders Keepers France. Adult only site with 16 acres and a lake

Finders Keepers France is an ADULTS ONLY Camping and Glamping retreat situated at a non-working French Farm. Encased in 16 Acres of rural grounds and with a 3 Acre fresh water lake, you will feel alone and surrounded by nature. Despite its rural peaceful setting the site is close to the towns of Nerac and Condom.

Marcadis Gite offers comfort whilst having the opportunity to use all of the facilities available within the camping site.

A 1 Bedroom Adult only Gite attached to the owners 1817 farm house. Placed in 13 acres of beautiful gardens and woodland with a fabulous 3 acre lake. Very private with own entrances and gardens. The Accommodation can accommodate 2 Adults.

This is a large open plan Gite with fabulous views of the surrounding countryside. We try and cater for all needs to ensure that you have a fabulous stay. The Gite is very rustic with added extras such as:

Bedroom: King size bed, highest quality white Egyptian cotton bedding, Egyptian cotton bathrobes, hairdryer, shoe cleaning kit.

Lounge: 1 sofa and chair, French TV, Stereo, DVD player and selection of French and English DVD's, record player and records, reading books.

Dining area: table and chairs.

Bathroom: shower, toiletries, towels.

Kitchen: Dishwasher, microwave, electric oven, fridge, freezer, tea/coffee making facilities, coffee maker, crockery and cutlery.

Extras:
Front outside dining area with table and chairs. BBQ. Also, a lower-level relaxation area with sofa and chairs. All complete with lighting.
Rear outside dining area.
Parking

Finders Keepers France is a family run camping and glamping retreat consisting of a holiday cottage (Marcadis Gite), 2 glamping tents and 2 camping tents. There is a cosy coffee lounge that sells coffee, tea, soft drinks, milk shake, drinking chocolate, wine and beer. There is an above ground swimming pool, a small plunge pool, plus you are able to swim in the lake. There is a great swimming pontoon.

Around you grounds you will find badminton, Ping-Pong, Archery, a 3-acre lake, plus much more.

Shady rest is our undercover social area which is home to the coffee lounge, library, armoire with board games.

There is a games room located within shady rest which has a pool table and dart board.

Parking for any size vehicle. No electric hook up.

Walks around the grounds. Watch for Pine martens, coypus, deer, wild boar, foxes, badgers, red squirrels, hares. Say hello to Sunflower, Dumpy, and Ginger (our rescue cats) and our rescue dogs Nigel, Lewis and Eddie.

We have placed many hammocks, tables, chairs and benches in and around the grounds so you can just sit, relax and enjoy the views, wildlife, and weather. This is a truly beautiful place for a relaxing break if you love nature, the outdoors and wildlife.

We are surrounded by nature and fields therefore you may experience visits by wildlife. We try our best to prevent visitors inside the gite however this is sometimes out of our hands during farming season. All animals are removed humanly and returned to their habitats safely and quickly

Property manager

Paula and Darren
Premier Host

Languages

English
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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 16
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only
Children over 12 please enquire

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed
The owner has a rescue dog and 2 cats

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed around the grounds.

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
Seniors-only community.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 87838177100012

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 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

Moncrabeau

Located in Moncrabeau, this cottage is in a rural area and on a lake. Domaine de Pouypardin and Le Puy Route are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lud'O Parc and Lac de Lamontjoie. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Moncrabeau, Nouvelle-Aquitaine

What's nearby

  • Musée du Preservatif - 11 min drive
  • Condom Cathedral - 11 min drive
  • The Armagnac Museum - 12 min drive
  • Centre de Loisirs Aqualudiques - 12 min drive
  • Château de Larressingle - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Port-Sainte-Marie Station - 36 min drive
  • Agen (AGF-La Garenne) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurant Pizzeria Da Fulvio - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Auberge de Fources - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Les Sept Princes - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Kezako - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Au Relais Gourmand - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Marcadis Gite @Finders Keepers France. Adult only site with 16 acres and a lake have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Marcadis Gite @Finders Keepers France. Adult only site with 16 acres and a lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Marcadis Gite @Finders Keepers France. Adult only site with 16 acres and a lake ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Marcadis Gite @Finders Keepers France. Adult only site with 16 acres and a lake ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Marcadis Gite @Finders Keepers France. Adult only site with 16 acres and a lake located?

Located on a lake, this family-friendly cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Domaine de Pouypardin, Musée du Preservatif, and Condom Cathedral. Centre de Loisirs Aqualudiques and The Armagnac Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mel T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely break
Lovely property, just as described, all the amenities that you need in a home away from home break. Really cosy, outdoor amenities are plenty and catered for indoor and outdoors so plenty to keep you entertained if weather isn’t great. Fab hosts as well..
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol S., U.K

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful retreat!
A lovely peaceful hideaway in the countryside. Chill and relax in the grounds or explore the nearby quaint and beautiful villages. Fab friendly hosts on site for help if needed. Gite also lovely and comfortable! Everything has been thought of and provided to make your stay as perfect as possible.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous property in a great location, with plenty of living space.
Wow, what great Gite... This is a little gem with loads to do. Quiet and secluded with a lake to view and enjoy with glass of wine. Darren and Paula have created a wonderful 'finders keepers' hideaway; this is our second visit and we will be returning in 2020. Thank you.

10/10 Excellent

Marion M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a find!!!
We loved our stay at Finders Keepers. It was everything we had expected and so much more. We finished our French trip with two days here for rest and relaxation. There is so much to do within the property that you won’t want to leave although when you do you will find some real gems in this beautiful part of France. We loved everything about this Gite and think Paula and Darren are offering something very special indeed. Our favourite spot was down by the lake where the boat is stored but there are so many seating areas that I am sure we still had some to find. This is a real nature lovers retreat but at a price that certainly doesn’t reflect the standard of the accommodation. We loved the quality of the linens and the softness of the towels and robes. I can’t find a single negative; only that we had to leave! We will be back for a longer stay next time! Thank you so much Darren and Paula!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Trevor C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the place
Finders keepers has got to be the best place we’ve ever stayed in. Great host nothing is too much trouble, There’s everything here for you archery, fishing Darts. Pool table tennis Music And much much more lovely places to visit and eat out Or just stay in and relax We will be returning next year. Had a brill holiday Thanks Darren See you next year Trevor and Lynne
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Vince M.

The best Gite we have ever stayed in-absolutely fantastic !
Marcadis Gite @ Finders Keepers is amazing, it was everything we expected and much much more. From the moment we arrived we knew we were going to have a great holiday, Paula and Darren were super hosts and made every effort to ensure our stay with them was perfect. Nothing was to much trouble. The many facilities available to us were unbelievable and we made best use of most of them, we especially enjoyed the archery with Paula and Darren, boating on the lake and playing pool in the barn aptly named Shady Rest.The sunsets from the garden were amazing. Thank you Paula and Darren for sharing your wonderful space with us and good luck with your plans for the future. Lin & Vince
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Maria F.

Wonderful Escape!
What a wonderful escape. Josh and I came to France for a friends wedding just outside of Condom so chose Finders Keepers for our stay, and what a great choice we made. Paula was so friendly and made the booking process easy. Before we arrived we received a Welcome pack and directions to the Gite, we felt welcome before we had even arrived. Darren met us on arrival and he too was so friendly welcoming and helpful throughout our entire stay. The grounds are spectacular, the lake is wonderful - we swam, went fishing and went out in the little boat. We played ping pong, badminton and board games in the evenings. There is so much to do here, if only we had more time. We’re hoping Darren and Paula create more accommodation so we can come back with our family next year. Thank you both for creating such a wonderful place, we hope you’ll have us back soon! Maria and Josh x
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ray C.

Outstanding, beautiful & relaxing!
We had the most relaxing 9 days in this wonderful property with ts superb gardens and panoramic views. The Gite is lovely & cosy, well equipped and spacious. Darren & Paula are the perfect hosts and could not do enough to make our stay any more enjoyable. We will definately be returning n the near future. Annette & Ray (June 2018)
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Dom C.

Perfect weekend getaway
Beautiful location! And great hosts!!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ann B.

Finder's Keepers, loser's weepers for sure. You will be overwhelmed with it's entirety.
What amazing hosts! Discreet yet responsive if needed. Paula and Darren have transformed this beautiful part of France into a haven of tranquillity, beauty and a nature lover's retreat. With nearly every possible sport you could desire in this region e.g. painting, table tennis, badminton, boules, cycling, fishing, darts, table football, archery and much more. Fantastic walks with so much information the hosts can provide on local wildlife, not to mention the availability of scopes and binoculars. They have a night vision one to spot those nocturnal ones and even a scope to spot the stars! Relaxation is utmost with hammocks and seating placed in places that only the experienced would know where's best. A truly wonderful place in an outstanding area with magnificent hosts. A very memorable holiday.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Claire B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
gite finders keepers
très bon séjour, reposant apaisant, très agréable bien localisé
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Bernard G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Un été au calme
Gîte situé dans un bel endroit, au calme, isolé mais pas loin de Moncrabeau, de Condom et de Nérac. Propriétaires discrets, mais présents et disponibles … sympathiques malgré la barrière de la langue.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Very private and peaceful. Enjoyed the views from the dipping pool. Welcoming and generous host. Wonderful!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

regine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
calme et douceur
Des aménagements agréables et judicieux
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Merveilleux séjour chez Paula et Darren.
Nous avons passé un merveilleux séjour dans un lieu magnifique et reposant. Tout était parfait.Les hôtes sont très accueillants et d'une grande gentillesse. Nous reviendrons avec grand plaisir à la fois pour le lieu mais aussi pour Paula et Darren.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Property, Charming Location, Great Hosts
My wife and I had a great time at this VRBO. Our hosts, Paula and Darren, were so welcoming and nice from the moment we met them until the time we left. Their property has so many cool amenities, including a dipping pool, pool table, dartboard, and private lake. We would recommend this VRBO to anyone who finds themselves in/near the town of Nérac.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Un havre de paix
Nous avons passé un très agréable séjour chez Darren et Paula. Non seulement l'accueil était très chaleureux mais en plus tout est fait pour le bien-être de chacun. Les services proposés sont nombreux, l'environnement est exceptionnel, le gîte est tout à fait charmant. Nous vous le recommandons.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

MARJA G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Endroit idéal pour se ressourcer et se reposer. On se retrouve en plein nature au calme.
Endroit très agréable, calme, très belle vue. Hôte spontané, arrangeant et disponible. Je recommande cette location!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Luc J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Au calme dans un cadre verdoyant
Tout est fait pour profiter à fond de l’environnement, avec beaucoup de goût. Équipement au top.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Calme, nature et douceur de vivre
De l'accueil aux services (quand necessaire) le propriétaire Darren est là, d'une discrète présence et à votre disposition pour vous proposer des activités sur place, vous conseiller sur les sites environnants à visiter. Le gîte est TOP pour 2 personnes. Le parc est somptueux et les jardins très fleuris. Une petite piscine très appréciable. Le gîte est à 10/20km de sites remarquables à visiter sans faute. Pour tout faire prévoir 2 semaines. Nous avons regretté l'absence de Paula et espérons faire sa connaissance une prochaine fois. Marie et Patrice
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Au top !!
Un gîte tout équipé avec même un home cinéma et des équipements jamais vu dans une location, profitez du lac au calme, vraiment un endroit génial
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ibrahim E., Deutschland

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Das Haus ist zu empfehlen .
Das Haus umfasst mehrere Hektar-Grundstück. Stühle und Tische zum sitzen findet man überall im Arial. zum Grundstück gehört auch einen kleinen See mit Insel. man kann mit dem Boot dort fischen gehen. Der Gastgeber Herr Darren ist sehr lieber Mensch. der Platz hier würde nicht ausreichen , um ihn mit Worten genau zu beschreiben. Danke Darren vielmals für Alles.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Oliver R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Natur pur
Mischung aus rustikal und edel eingerichteter Ferienwohnung. Wir haben nichts vermisst. Ideal für Menschen, die Einsamkeit und ländliche Idylle schätzen. Terrasse gestaltet im südlichen Flair. Die Gite bietet viele Möglichkeiten zu persönlichen Aktivitäten wie Naturbeobachtungen, Schwimmen im dazugehörigen See oder im eigenen Pool, Radfahren, Billard, Tischtennis, Darts und vieles anderes mehr.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

richard g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Inoubliable
Finders Keepers :on a trouvé et on gardera ...de merveilleux souvenirs! Confort digne d'un grand hôtel et pour les amoureux de la nature un vrai paradis. Tellement d'activités sur place et de calme qu'on a dû se forcer pour prendre la voiture afin de visiter cette très belle région et ses beaux villages . On n'a jamais fait plusieurs fois le même gîte mais là ...on reviendra 🙂 Merci Darren "you are the best and nothing more to add " 👍👍 Richard et Véronique
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

CARRE M., REZE

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent séjour !
Situé dans une grande propriété où tout est mis à disposition des vacanciers, le gite se révèle riche en activités à faire sur place ; farniente dans les hamacs, billard, tennis de table, piscine, lecture, dessins et peinture, etc.... Le plus pour ce gite se situe dans sa partie boisée avec le lac sur lequel il est possible de se balader en barque pour observer la faune et la flore. Nous avons été très bien accueillis et nous nous sommes sentis comme chez nous dès le premier jour. Nous recommandons vivement cette location, surtout pour les amoureux de la nature !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

About the host

Hosted by Paula and Darren

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Bonjour.

We are a husband and wife team who are the owners of Finders Keepers France. We moved to the South of France back in 2016 after working in the Medical branch of the Royal Navy. Passionate about the outdoors, nature and France our vision is to offer a rural retreat for those needing a break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Surrounded by views, wildlife, and silence, Finders Keepers France allows guests to recharge, refresh and relax whilst enjoying the facilities we have to offer. Independently developing and maintaining the business has allowed us to offer a personal touch and natural feel whilst retaining its rustic natural charm.

Becoming an LPO refuge (Ligue pour la Protection des Oiseaux) in 2017 provided us with the knowledge and support to develop the grounds to protect the visiting wildlife, monitor potential hazards, and restore natural habitats. The increase in wildlife habitats and nesting boxes around the grounds has resulted in an increase in many species of animals, including an endangered European Mink.  

The development of a butterfly meadow has seen a huge increase in butterfly's and moths, and Participating in Open Gardens has seen the gardens open to the public once a year, raising money for local charitable causes.

We are always on the look out for new adventures and new developments, and are known locally for adopting animals in need. Ee have adopted some ex battery hens, 4 rescue cats and 3 rescue dog. 

We hope we can meet you all soon.

Darren and Paula

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with Lieu-dit Badie when we were touring the area on holiday. The minute we saw it we instantly fell in love. The property itself was very french and beautiful with the added extra outbuildings and gites to enable us to share its beauty with family, friends and relatives.

Its location is perfect for those who love the great outdoors, peace, nature, France, good food and wine. The beauty of the surroundings change from day to day and you never get one day the same.

What makes this property unique

We pride ourselves on relaxation and getting away from it all. Embrace nature, wildlife and find yourself again.

We have a fabulous 3 acre lake which is available for use at any time. If you like to swim, fish, relax or just sit and watch nature this is idyllic.

The Sunrises and Sunsets are also breathtaking due to being positioned on an elevated position.

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English

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