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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Marval, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
  • Regional Natural Park Périgord Limousin
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Saint-Estèphe Pond
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Château de Montbrun
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Limoges (LIG-Limoges Intl.)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

4 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Tranquil haven in the Perigord National Park - stunning detached renovated barn

Charming home from home gite in the heart of the French countryside, nestled within the ‘Parc Naturel Limousin Perigord’, on the border of Haute Vienne/Dordogne. Large 3 bedroomed barn conversion set in idyllic private grounds with 5 acres of private woodland to explore. Whether you are looking for a peaceful, relaxing holiday off the beaten track, a base from which to explore the beautiful French countryside or house hunting, this comfortable gite is ideal. Sleeping up to 8 people, 2 double rooms with ensuites and 1 bedroom with twin beds and bunkbeds. Shops, supermarkets, fuel, banks etc are only 10 minutes drive away. Lovely winding country roads to explore either walking or cycling. There are lots of activities within ½ hour by car, ie caves, chateaux, horse riding, lakes, adventure parks, paintball, etc, a comprehensive publicity brochure is provided on site and we are only 10 minutes away from the famous Wednesday morning Piegut market. If you are an antique lover or just love a bargain, during the summer months there is always a vide grenier nearby and in the evenings there are weekly markets where you can choose your meal from local produce, have it barbecued and enjoy with a bottle of beer/wine, often to the sound of a live band, what more could you ask for. Failing that you can just chill at the gite, have a barbecue, enjoy a dip in the pool or a laze in the hot tub. You can do as much or as little as you wish. Owner on site in adjacent property but the gite and pool are completely separate.
Gite - facilities:
Kitchen - fully fitted with dishwasher, washing machine, fridge, oven, microwave, basic provisions provided, ie coffee, tea, cooking oil etc. COMPLIMENTARY WELCOME PACK ON ARRIVAL (bottle of wine, bread etc).
COMPLIMENTARY TOILETRIES.
Lounge/diner.
Downstairs family bathroom, with corner bath.
Free Wifi, English freesat TV in lounge, French TV in lounge, DVD player in lounge, selection of DVDs available.
Bedroom 1 – double bed + ensuite.
Bedroom 2 – 2 single beds + bunkbeds.
Bedroom 3 – super king bed + ensuite.
Cot, high chair and baby gate available on request.
Selection of books and board games provided.
Bed linen, towels and tea towels provided. (Please bring your own towels for the pool)
Outside area:
Large private car park, plenty of room for motor bikes/motor home.
Large terrace.
BBQ.
Sun loungers.
Private above ground pool.
Hot Tub.
Trampoline.
Badminton.
Volleyball.
Children’s swing.
Private woods with woodland walks.
Points to note:
Owners on site – separate private dwelling.
Preferred changeover day is Saturday, any other is negotiable with owners.
Unfortunately this property is unsuitable for wheelchairs.
No pets.
No local public transport – car essential.
Flying: Our nearest airport is Limoges (50 minutes) – car hire is available at the airport.
Angouleme airport – 57 minutes
Bergerac airport – 1 ¾ hours
Poitiers airport – 2 hours
Driving: Calais to Les Montades – 7 hours 5 minutes, 456 ml/734 km
Dieppe to Les Montades – 6 hours 11 minutes, 390 ml/629 km

Property manager

Dave and Kathy Edwards
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
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

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

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

Marval

Located in Marval, this holiday home is in a rural area. Piégut Tower and Château de Montbrun are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Aventure Parc Lacs de Haute Charente and Espace Meteorite. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding.
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Marval, Nouvelle-Aquitaine

What's nearby

  • Regional Natural Park Périgord Limousin - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Piégut Tower - 9 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Saint-Estèphe Pond - 14 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Château de Montbrun - 17 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Golf International de la Preze - 31 min drive - 27.5 km

Getting around

  • Bussiere-Galant Station - 29 min drive
  • Limoges (LIG-Limoges Intl.) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Le Moulin du Grand Etang - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Le Sens de la Terre - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Le Sully - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Café des Sports - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Hostellerie Saint-Jacques - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Tranquil haven in the Perigord National Park - stunning detached renovated barn have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Tranquil haven in the Perigord National Park - stunning detached renovated barn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tranquil haven in the Perigord National Park - stunning detached renovated barn?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tranquil haven in the Perigord National Park - stunning detached renovated barn?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Tranquil haven in the Perigord National Park - stunning detached renovated barn located?

This family-friendly Marval holiday home is located in a rural location, steps from Regional Natural Park Périgord Limousin and within 9 mi (15 km) of Saint-Estèphe Pond and Rochechouart - Nature Park. Piégut Tower and Château de Montbrun are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Fabien S.

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

Superbe vacances

Nous avons passé une agréable semaine. Petits et grands etaient ravis. La maison offre tout le nécessaire pour passer de bonnes vacances. Kathy et Dave sont absolument sympathiques.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful house in a beautiful area!

We stayed at the property in July 2024 for a week after spending a previous week in the Loire. This is such a lovely property and the hosts are friendly, kind and while their property is next door, the gite is completely private. The communication was excellent and as soon as we arrived we were greeted warmly and shown around. The gite has everything you could need and is spotless. The owners take great pride in providing a comfortable and relaxing stay. The garden is really big and we spent some days at home in the pool, making use of the badminton and football net - and of course the hot tub in the late evenings. We celebrated our wedding anniversary while we were there and the complimentary bottle of wine was very welcome! In the local area there is much to see and do, ranging from markets to the local lake which has an amazing beach with lovely soft sand, snack bar and activities such as paddleboarding. A lot of things are only a short drive away. The children really loved the treetops climbing - and zip-lining over a big lake! We also visited Limoges and other towns; it was so picturesque driving through the countryside. The owners were great in recommending places to go too/to answer any questions. All in all we had a great time here; it was really relaxing but at the same time close enough by car to a variety of places to visit. We would definitely return! Thank you Kathy and Dave for an amazing holiday! Russ, Jo, Max and Dexter.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eva J.

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Te kort :-)

Tophuisje voor jong en oud. Geweldige verhuurders. Correct en niets is teveel.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

sophie b.

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Amazing!

Every was perfect! Owners, Kathy and Dave have made a perfect place for famillys with kids. There are many things to do in the garden which is really beautifull, Ping pong, SPA, badbimton...and the house is amazing! Thanks a lot for this great week-end.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

annabel o.

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

Séjour en Périgord

Excellent week-end entrre amies Gite très agréable
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca E.

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Wonderful little gite with fantastic hosts

Fantastic gite with plenty of indoor and outdoor space to relax and enjoy. We all enjoyed the pool, trampoline, tennis and badminton during the day and the hot tub was a lovely evening luxury. Near enough to the supermarkets and close by some lovely places to visit. Very relaxing holiday and can’t wait to visit again! Thank you!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dylan C.

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Everything a family could need

The house was perfect for a family of four. Plenty of indoor and outdoor space for our young children; they loved the toys and activities set up in the garden and there were plenty of indoor games/toys if we had ever needed. Bedrooms were spacious and comfortable with 2 ensuites and a family bathroom downstairs. Kitchen was well stocked with equipment and house was very clean throughout. The location is extremely secluded and peaceful but plenty of towns and villages and activities within a 30 minute drive. Kathy and Dave were lovely hosts, welcoming and helpful both in getting us settled in and providing advice and tips whenever we asked. A brilliant stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B., Heathfield, East Sussex

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Superb Villa

We had a wonderful time at Dave and Kathy's beautiful gite. The gite was very well appointed with everything you could possibly need. The surroundings were idyllic the only noise coming from the wildlife. 2 weeks was just not enough. Hopefully we will return again next year
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yoann R.

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Maison isolée du voisinage pour petits et grands

Bonjour, Hôte d'une gentillesse extrême et très accueillant. Maison magnifique, isolée des voisins et parfaitement agencée pour les enfants. Maison qui convient à la fois à a un séjour en famille ou un séjour entre vieux amis trentenaires souhaitant se dépayser. Merci, Yoann
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Valérie G.

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Magnifique gite dans le limousin

Un endroit où se ressourcer en famille, entre amis. Nos Hôtes sont aux petits soins et tout est fait fait pour passer un bon moment.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie T.

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All we could have wanted

And much more! This is an immaculate and very well equipped gite. Everything you need if you have a family is here. Our girls were keep well entertained with the pool, hot tub and outdoor toys. There’s also toys and books inside too! Dave and Kathy are perfect hosts and obviously take much pride in their gite - and so they should as it’s beautiful! Places around the area we enjoyed were the Piegut market on Wednesday, the Lake at St Estephe and Brantome. We would definitely recommend the Dordogne for a family holiday and would hopefully be able to return to Gites Les Montades - thank you!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

gwendoline d.

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Parfait

Cadre idyllique, calme. Des hôtes supr gentils, foret magnifique, tout était parfait .😍
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

elise d.

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Août 2021

Nous avons passé un séjour agréable dans un magnifique coin de paradis.. les propriétaires sont très accueillants..
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Frédéric S.

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Charmante grange rénovée

Très jolie demeure idéale pour une famille qui souhaite le calme et disposer d'activités sur place : piscine jaccuzi ping pong etc Les propriétaires sont très gentils et disponibles à tout moment.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Delphine D.

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magnifique

Tout était parfait
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

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Super séjour

Nous avons passé un très bon séjour chez Kathy et Dave malgré le manque de soleil. Le gîte est superbe et vraiment bien équipé. Il est également d’une propreté irréprochable. Les enfants ont énormément profité des différentes jeux mis à leur disposition (trampolines, table de ping-pong, terrains de badminton et de foot, balançoires, ...). Nous espérons pouvoir revenir peut-être pour un séjour un peu plus long...
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

TERA S.

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Magnifique et Chaleureux

Cadre idéal pour se ressourcer et pour une une famille. Au calme et à la discrétion, les enfants ont pu profiter de toutes activités en plein air proposées ainsi que les jeux d'intérieur. Tout est mis à disposition par les hôtes. En très grand merci à Dave & Kathy !!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rodrigues V.

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Excellente

Super séjour
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle P.

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Absolument impeccable

Superbe propriété, très bien équipée. Cadre très calme, installations extérieures géniales pour les petits et les grands. On a vraiment apprécié le séjour et les hôtes sont très accueillants et disponibles. Je recommande sans hesiter
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

olivier et béatrice C.

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location ideale

accueil très agréable, maison formidablement équipée pour les loisirs même des plus jeunes. Piscine, jacuzzi, ping pong...et même un bois privé où nous avons vu une biche ! Calme du gîte et beauté de la région. Propreté et confort de la maison.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mark O.

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Superb

The Les Montades gite is a real gem. Beautifully decorated and furnished with great facilities. We stayed for a week with our two daughters and some friends, and had a fantastic time. The pool provided the ideal place to cool off after a hot day sightseeing in the area and the hot-tub was great for evening relaxation. We all enjoyed the badminton and table tennis. What was particularly impressive was the attention to detail - e.g. the comprehensive folders of local information (including extra copies of information leaflets to take out and about). The owners, Kathy and Dave were so friendly and helpful. I had to see a doctor during our stay and they couldn't have been more supportive, even offering to accompany me if I'd needed it. Thoroughly recommended!

10/10 Excellent

Frédéric B.

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Idéal pour des vacances reposantes

Nous avons passé une très agréable semaine à Marval chez Kathy et Dave avec nos 3 enfants (14, 12 et 9 ans). La maison est très, très bien équipée et très propre. Il y a tout ce qu'il faut pour s'y amuser et s'y reposer. Nous avons également pu faire des ballades et des visites aux alentours. Idéal pour passer des vacances au calme.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gemma D.

Fantastic!

Wow, such a lovely gite and lovely people! Very modern & great facilities, the children had a beautiful time and adults well rested. Very peaceful setting. Days trips out & snoozing by the pool :) Would highly recommend and would definitely visit again. 5**
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Severine G.

Verdure et calme

Nous avons passé un très bon séjour entre amis. Les enfants ont apprécié les jeux balançoire, Ping Ping, badminton et la piscine ! Le gîte est spacieux avec un équipement complet. Il est bien situé pour les visites touristiques entre le Périgord et le Limousin. Kathy et Dave sont disponibles pour rendre notre sejour plus agréable !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

LISA C.

Five star Accommodation very clean

Hi would like to thank Kathy and Dave for a brilliant stay , the house was lovely & equipped with everything we needed and more. It is in a beautiful setting which is very peaceful even though there's lots of villages and places to visit within half an hour drive away Kathy & Dave could not have been more helpful. We hopefully will be retuning next year Thank you Lisa , Terry, Jan & Dave
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

About the host

Hosted by Dave and Kathy Edwards

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Hi, we are Kathy and Dave Edwards. We moved to south west France in 2016 having bought an old house in the Parc Naturel Limousin Perigord, on the border of Haute Vienne/Dordogne. It came with acres of woodland and two separate cottages with adjoining barns.
So, we decided that we would renovate one of the cottages and its barn and turn them into a Gite which other people could rent and enjoy for a week or more to experience the relaxed lifestyle of rural France in our peaceful corner of this lovely country. We have done all the building work inside ourselves, it has been quite a challenge but the reward of seeing the beautiful property it has become are immense. The renovation is sympathetic and to a high standard.
Our time here has been quite a journey for us, faced with a new country, a new language, a different pace of life, not to mention getting used to driving on the right-hand side of the road. We are blessed in that we have lovely neighbours who have helped us and we have made some wonderful friends.
We look forward to welcoming you to our gite very soon.

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