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Maison Palissy

Biron, Dordogne
Self-catering
+33 (0)6 81 13 28 23
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Per night
€140 - €180
Per week
€980 - €1260

1 bed

Bedroom

1 bedroom

Sleeps

Sleeps 2

A lovely old house and rambling garden in a medieval village with a monumental château, 12th-century church and a good local restaurant

Per night
€140 - €180
Per week
€980 - €1260

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€140 - €180 per night

€980 - €1260 per week

The Experience

The house once belonged to the famous 16th-century ceramicist and scientist Bernard Palissy – there’s a museum full of information about him nearby. You enter through the pretty door into one large room with honey coloured stone, exposed beams and French doors leading out to the terrace and garden. This ground floor space is comfortable, cosy and very light.

A fabulous view of a Romanesque church through the kitchen window makes cooking a joy. It’s well equipped with a Nespresso coffee machine, plus wine, homemade jam and cookies. Next door your bed is heaped with pillows and there’s a beautiful stone chimney to admire.

Sit out, have a barbecue in your own private part of the garden. Pass between shrubs and herbaceous borders to the greater garden and pool; wander through the wildflower meadow to admire the stunning views of Château de Biron. Dine at the local Auberge which sits beside the ramparts of the village, a stone’s throw away.

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We think you'll love

  • Having so much space inside and out - the gardens are truly lovely
  • Heading to markets in fabulous fortified towns and bringing back local food and wine
  • Walking all day in woodland, coming back to swim, lighting the barbecue, opening the wine
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You should know

  • The owners use the pool occasionally - and discreetly
  • Parking is right outside the door on a no-through street
  • Mobile signal a bit patchy in places but WiFi good

Essentials

  • EV charger
  • Self check-in
  • Swimming pool
  • Hot tub
  • Garden
  • Open fire / woodburner
  • Breakfast included
  • Breakfast available
  • Meals available
  • Vegetarian meals
  • Oven
  • Parking on premises
  • Free parking nearby
  • Accessible by public transport
  • WiFi
  • Television
  • Central heating
  • Mobile reception
  • Hob
  • Barbecue
  • Paid parking nearby
  • Air conditioning
  • Relaxation areas
  • Washing machine
  • Tennis court
  • Microwave oven
  • No smoking
  • Credit cards
  • Working farm
  • Owner has pets
  • Electricity included
  • Dishwasher
  • Pets welcome

Family friendly

  • Baby monitor
  • Books and toys
  • Children welcome
  • Babies welcome
  • Stair gates
  • High chair
  • Fire guard
  • Cot available

Nearby

  • Pub/bar within 3 miles
  • Restaurant within 3 miles
  • Shop within 3 miles

Activities

  • Bikes available
  • Food courses
  • Kayaking
  • Other courses
  • Sailing
  • Surfing
  • Wild swimming

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Pricing

Nightly price
from €140
Weekly price
from €980
1 House for 2
From €1401 bed1 bedroom

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Information

Booking information

Check in
4pm-7pm
Check out
8am-10am
Other details
Minimum stay: 3 nights. 7 nights in high season.
Closed
Rarely.
No smoking
Smoking not permitted anywhere in the property.

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Reviews

This lovely property is my idea of the perfect French country hideaway, deep in the countryside, with an enormous garden, in a unspoilt village shared with a majestic medieval château. The owners couldn't be warmer or more helpful, if you need them.
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Stuart, Nether Alderley

Whilst the gite is very well appointed it has some significant deficiencies. There is nowhere comfortable to sit because the sofa and armchair seating is worn out and needs replacing. The kitchen lighting is inadequate. The TV didn't work and the owners thought this would be OK despite the World Cup being on. The use of the pool is limited to between the hours 10-18.00 The nearby bar and restaurant close at 17.00, the nearest bar/restaurant/shop is 5 miles/8 km away.

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Sawday's response

We’ve spoken with the owners of Maison Palissy who are saddened you didn’t enjoy your stay, particularly as you wrote them such a kind message when leaving. The sofa and armchair have feather cushions so do need plumping after use, for even more light there is a blind in the kitchen which you can raise. There was no TV advertised on our listing but the owners had put a screen for DVDs, they have now added a smart TV. The use of the pool by guests is all day long and if you had asked the evenings too. The local shop/cafe (250 m away) IS open every day in high season. The restaurant in the village changes its opening hours according to the season and they’ll make sure in future that guests are aware of this but it’s still a good idea to check website and make reservations beforehand. They thank you for bringing these things to their attention, we advise that next time you do this during your stay.

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Sally, Tunbridge Wells

We loved our second stay at Maison Palissy. Helen & Kevin are charming, friendly and generous hosts. Accommodation is perfect for 2 and garden & pool a huge plus. Biron hamlet is a delight and an evening stroll up to the chateau is a real highlight. Lots of lovely nasties towns to visit. We will definitely return.

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Fiona, Edinburgh

We loved our stay at Maison Palissy. The property was absolutely stunning, inside and out. The location is idyllic and it was lovely to sit outside with a coffee or a glass of wine in the beautiful and peaceful garden. Helen and Kevin were lovely, helpful hosts and their attention to detail was visible throughout the property. We cannot wait to return.

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Roger and Gilly, London

Maison Palissy is a smashing place to stay in a unique and idyllic location. Kevin and Helen are such friendly and sensitive hosts who go out of their way to make your stay perfect. The accommodation is very well equipped, very comfortable and private and yet with the use of the pool and glorious garden. We will definitely go back there.

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Location

The neighbourhood

Amble just up the road to fetch fresh bread and croissants from the Epicerie. Have a guided tour of the château; join the Grande Randonnée footpath for a circular walk (12k) through forests, searching for chestnuts and wild mushrooms. You're between the Lot and the Dordogne valleys for caves, canoeing and spotting wildlife but also great food and wine - a taste of authentic France.

Local points of interest from Helen & Kevin Pittman

  • The property is situated in a quiet hamlet with many points of historical interest. The C12 church, the monumental Château de Biron, old defensive town walls, an old windmill and in the garden an ancient structure and stream,the source Saint Clair.
  • The garden extends to 1 hectare and has many herbaceous plants, shrubs, roses and specimen trees. There are shaded seating areas with views over the chateau and surrounding forest. Help yourself to fruit from the many fruit trees, including Agen plums!
  • In the middle of nature, the GR36 footpath passes the door and a 12km circular walk The Boucle de Biron, allows you to experience the rich flora and fauna, search for wild mushrooms or spot a deer or two. Guided walks and wine tasting can also be arranged.
  • Owned by the state, the Chateau de Biron, a classified historical monument brings a rich culture to the area with an annual art exhibition and a series of musical events. It is one of the venues for the Bergerac Music Festival. Guided tours all year!
  • Equidistant between the Lot and Dordogne valleys explore their beautiful villages, chateaux, and caves. The historic ‘Bastide’ (fortified) towns of Monpazier, Monflanquin and Villereal are less than 15minutes drive, have great markets, cafes and bistros
  • The village of Biron has a restaurant the Auberge du Chateau de Biron 5 minutes walk from the property serving all the local specialties. There is a shop and cafe selling a good selection of local produce plus fresh bread and croissant for your breakfasts.

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Introducing

Helen & Kevin Pittman

Helen and Kevin describe themselves as 'committed Francophiles' and have lived in France for years. Kevin used to work for Michelin and Helen previously ran a Sawday’s B&B. Now retired, they love restoring old houses, gardening, collecting brocante pieces and interior decorating – you’ll even see some of Helen’s artwork on the walls of the house. They are generous hosts and love to welcome guests.

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