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Romantic Pigeonnier with private and secluded pool - just for two!

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Outdoor dining

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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Romantic Pigeonnier with private and secluded pool - just for two!

The Pigeonnier - our little Pidge - is perfect for two people who want to spend time in a beautiful and romantic setting.

It's quiet, secluded and yet there's loads to do - all within half an hour's drive.

Step through the front door and you enter the open plan lounge, kitchen and dining room. There are stone walls, original features, comfortable sofas and a wood burner if you sre staying early or late season - the Pidge has central heating too!

The kitchen is fully equipped with a range style cooker, fridge freezer and dishwasher. A family bathroom completes the inside space on the ground floor.

Out through the French doors you will find your personal swimming pool and patio area.

There's a beautiful and large raised terrasse with sofas, barbeque and a dining table... and then there's the pool.

Sparkling blue and encircled by a laurel hedge, the pool is your domain. You will be entirely private and can sunbathe and swim to your heart's content.

Back in the house and up the stairs you will find a double bedroom on the mezzanine - in the tower of the pigeonnier itself. It's just made for romance!

As you can tell, we love our little Pidge and want to share it with as many people as possible. If you're looking for some time to re-charge your batteries, soaking in the atmosphere of South West France, then the Pidge could be just the place to do it.

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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

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 25 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property # 11208198
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Douzains

Located in Douzains, this cottage is in a rural area. Musée des Bastides and Musée du Vin et de la Batellerie are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Barthe Golf and Vignoble des Verdots. Zoo de Mescoules and Labyrinthe Vegetal Les Fees Meres are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby kayaking, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours, hiking and horse riding.
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What's nearby

  • Castillonnès Tourism Office - 9 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Lac de Lougratte - 17 min drive - 18.1 km
  • La Ferme de Michaumaille - 17 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Saint-Félicien Church - 19 min drive - 20.8 km
  • Lac de l'Escourou - 27 min drive - 23.4 km

Getting around

  • Bergerac Station - 33 min drive
  • Bergerac (EGC-Bergerac - Perigord - Dordogne) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Floc 'n Tea - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ferme de Selles - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪le petit bistro - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Le Grevin - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Relais Des Oliviers - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Romantic Pigeonnier with private and secluded pool - just for two! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Romantic Pigeonnier with private and secluded pool - just for two! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Romantic Pigeonnier with private and secluded pool - just for two!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Romantic Pigeonnier with private and secluded pool - just for two!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Romantic Pigeonnier with private and secluded pool - just for two!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Romantic Pigeonnier with private and secluded pool - just for two! located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from Castillonnès Tourism Office and within 12 miles (20 km) of Lac de Lougratte and Lac de l'Escourou. Barthe Golf and Vignoble des Verdots are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

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10/10

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Martha S.

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

A lovely spot

Nicely appointed, clean, convenient to lovely French villages. Pool was always clean and private. Owners live on the property and gave welcome suggestions for sightseeing and an evening to dinner.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Peter O.

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

Perfect retreat in the French countryside

The pigeonnier is ideal for 2 with well-equipped kitchen and large lounge overlooking the pool. Renee and Richard were lovely hosts, keen to make sure that our holiday was everything we expected and more. The surrounding area is beautiful and peaceful, but with lots to see and do.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A very nice property for two people with a lovely bedroom in the Pigeonnier. Well equipped, clean and comfortable. Secluded pool area with direct access from the covered terrace. The owners were very helpful without being intrusive. Many Bastide towns within an easy drive with lovely markets and cafes. Many way marked walks through the lovely countryside close by.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Oct, 2025
It was lovely to host John and Patricia - and get to know them a little bit. Thank you for staying with us - you will always be welcome back!
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew Gotting

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

Great stay in France

We had a fantastic time at the property. So lovely to have the pool to enjoy when ever we wanted. Owners on hand should you need anything. I would recommend. Thanks
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Sept, 2023
Hi Andrew - thanks so much for the review and sorry it's taken so long to respond! It was great to have you stay and really pleased you enjoyed your holiday. Richard and I hope to see you again - you and Natalie are welcome any time! Renee
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10/10 Excellent

Daren C.

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

Beautiful stay in the charming Gite

We stayed for 2 weeks and would have happily stayed another 2!. Friendly hosts who are always at hand, lovely well maintained property with own very private pool. It’s a little hidden gem of a place, close to nearest town (less than 10mins) but far away that you have peace and quiet) Thank you Renee and Richard for a fantastic stay. From Sally, Daren and Joby
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug, 2024
It was a real pleasure to meet you both and, of course, Joby who is just ace. I’m really pleased you had a great holiday and would love to see you again. We really enjoyed our drinks together! Hopefully you are refreshed after your holiday and see you soon! Renee and Richard
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10/10 Excellent

David W.

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

Peace perfect peace

The property was the ideal size for two people to have a relaxing holiday. It was fully equipped and well maintained by Renee and Richard, a charming couple who made us feel very welcome and were always available should we have any questions. All in all, we had a very peaceful and enjoyable holiday and would certainly return …….
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Louise S.

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

Beautiful little pigeonnier

A beautiful French property with a lovely private pool which is totally secluded. It’s surrounded by fields which makes it a perfect place to relax and unwind. The owners are very friendly and helpful and are close by if needed but are not intrusive at all. We would return in a heartbeat
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug, 2024
Thank you for your review, Louise. It was a pleasure to have you stay and we'd love to see you again. We'll still be here next year so please do come back! Renee
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10/10 Excellent

Gerry S.

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

Stunning Pidge

Wow, just Wow. We had an incredible visit to this beautiful area of SW France and staying in the Pigeonnier was just perfect. A truly beautiful place, very well equipped and boy the pool is to die for. But the USP for this place is Renee and Richard. Superb hosts, always available but always discreet. They get their role in your holiday absolutely spot on. The surrounding Bastide towns are all truly wonderful and we thoroughly enjoyed visiting them all. Pretty sure we will be back Thanks for allowing us to stay in this perfect place
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug, 2023
Thank you so much Gerry… it was brilliant to have you stay and really nice to share a glass of wine (or two) with you! We would love to welcome you back to Fon du Bourg - and, of course, we’d love to see Mabel again… Richard is feeling a bit bereft- he hasn’t been barked at for a week or so now! See you soon we hope but please do stay in touch! All the best Renee
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10/10 Excellent

sylvie d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
le lieu est plein de charme dans un environnement très préservé. Il est de plus très bien situé pour visiter les différentes bastides : Villeréal, Issigeac, Monflanquin etc etc...Ce fut un séjour doux, paisible et intéressant.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025

About the host

Hosted by Renee Mackay

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Hello, I'm Renee and I'm very pleased to meet you.

I moved to Fon du Bourg in August 2022. Before that was living in my native Edinburgh but dreaming of my new life in France.

My brother has been here for more than forty years and my french family has been growing over recent years and I wanted to be closer to them. My husband's (Richard) daughter moved to Paris a couple of years ago, too.

To be entirely honest with you, although we looked at more properties after seeing Fon du Bourg there was really no point - I fell in love with the place within about fifteen seconds... not very logical for an ex-accountant, I know, but I couldn't help myself. And it was the first property we saw!

I can honestly say without a word of a lie that I really am now living my dream life. Don't get me wrong, it's hard work - there's only two of us with two acres of garden and three pools to look after as well as the three properties and we're learning all the time but there's just something about this place that calms the soul.

I do pinch myself fairly regularly to make sure I'm still in the real world - which so far has been the case.

Our move from Edinburgh in July of 2022 was a huge step. We sold our business in May, booked our visa appointment and moved less than two months later. We ran our business for twelve years and we loved it. It was very hard work, though and we knew that we had a limited amount of shelf life. The sale went through at the perfect time for us.

I have to say Richard is not the most practical of people but he's learning every day - both how to decorate and to speak french.

Me?

I'm learning about the garden and to speak french, too!

So, that's me in a nutshell. Life here is wonderful - come and stay with us and you may just find your little corner of Heaven on Earth too!

Why they chose this property

We love our little 'Pidge'.

It's unique - a property made just for two with a private pool surrounded by a laurel hedge. The moment you arrive you'll realise this is your domain and you can go out or stay at home as much as you like.

The pool and terrace is south facing, the mezzanine bedroom is beautifully cool after the heat of the day and the raised terrace is made for al fresco dining.

The Pidge is a little piece of paradise in the heart of the french countryside.

What makes this property unique

It's quiet, secluded and entirely yours - just the two of you for one or two weeks.

Quiet, relaxing, tranquil.

A unique place to re-charge your batteries.

Languages:

English, French
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