In Les Eyzies .You'll find Grotte de Font-de-Gaume and Grotte des Combarelles within a 15-minute walk of this Les Eyzies cottage. Also, Vezere Valley is within half a mile (1 km) and National Prehistory Museum is within 2 miles (3 km).
National Prehistory Museum - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
Abri Pataud - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
Lascaux IV - The International Centre for Cave Art - 21 min drive - 16.4 miles
Getting around
Les Eyzies Station - 4 min drive
Brive-la-Gaillarde (BVE-Brive - Vallee de la Dordogne) - 75 min drive
Restaurants
Chez Paul - 12 min drive
La milanaise - 3 min drive
Marché Gourmand Le Bugue - 12 min drive
Le Welcome - 13 min drive
Au Coup De Silex - 3 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
La Forge au Banquet, Les Eyzies
⭐ Family-friendly riverside gîte with pool – Close to caves & activities – Les Eyzies
Welcome to Le Banquet – La Forge, a charming gîte set by the river in a peaceful, natural and secure environment, ideal for relaxing family holidays in the Dordogne.
Le Banquet is a property made up of three independent gîtes: La Fermette, Le Tournesol and La Forge, all set within a large one-hectare garden. 👉 The owners live on site, are available if needed, and remain discreet, ensuring your privacy and tranquillity throughout your stay.
Here, you can enjoy a calm and restful setting while being close to the Dordogne’s main attractions and activities.
📍 Ideal location to explore the Dordogne
The centre of Les Eyzies-de-Tayac is just 1 km away, where you will find:
local market
shops and restaurants
museums and prehistoric sites
walking and hiking trails
Only a few minutes away:
UNESCO-listed caves
Canoeing on the Vézère River
Walking and cycling routes
Adventure parks / tree-top trails
Castles and traditional Dordogne villages
✔ Short driving times ✔ Wide variety of activities ✔ Perfect for families
👨👩👧👦 A property designed for families
Le Banquet is especially suited to families who want to arrive on holiday and relax immediately:
Shared swimming pool
Children’s play area
Games room
Large garden
Plenty of outdoor space to play and unwind
While children enjoy the facilities, parents can relax and appreciate the peace, nature and calm surroundings.
🏡 The accommodation – La Forge (sleeps up to 5)
La Forge is a warm, spacious and comfortable gîte, ideal for a family or small group.
🛏 2 bedrooms
1 bedroom with a double bed
1 bedroom with twin beds, which can be arranged as a triple
Possibility to add one extra single bed 👉 Sleeps up to 5 guests
All bedrooms enjoy views over the river, gardens and surrounding hills.
🛋 Living area
The recessed French-style kitchen opens onto a large open-plan living and dining area featuring:
Polished chestnut wood floors
Exposed stone walls
Comfortable seating
Coffee tables
Book library
DVD player
Flat-screen TV with French and British satellite channels
A welcoming family space, perfect for relaxing after a day of exploring.
🍽 Kitchen
An immaculate kitchen combining traditional charm with modern comfort:
Nespresso coffee machine
Microwave, toaster and kettle
Cooker and fridge
Dishwasher
Fully equipped with cookware and tableware A true home away from home.
The large dining table comfortably seats up to 5 people, ideal for shared meals.
🛁 Bathroom
Modern bathroom with bathtub
Washing machine
Bed linen and towels provided
🌿 Outdoor spaces & relaxation
Private riverside terrace
Barbecue
Outdoor table and chairs
Peaceful green setting, perfect for outdoor dining and summer evenings
ℹ️ Practical information
Wood pellets available at an additional cost (on request from the owners)
Quiet property
Ideal for families
Not suitable for parties or loud groups
✨ Why choose La Forge – Le Banquet?
✔ Truly family-friendly accommodation ✔ Peaceful riverside setting ✔ Close to Dordogne’s top attractions ✔ Owners on site, discreet and available ✔ The comfort of home, with the feeling of a holiday
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Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Policies
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets are welcome
Only dogs and cats are allowed
Maximum 1 (weight limit: 55 lbs per pet)
Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
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
This property accepts cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.
We should mention
Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
Frequently asked questions
How close is La Forge au Banquet, Les Eyzies to the airport?
This cottage is 45.9 mi (75-min drive) away from the Brive-la-Gaillarde (BVE-Brive - Vallee de la Dordogne) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does La Forge au Banquet, Les Eyzies have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.
How close is La Forge au Banquet, Les Eyzies to the beach?
This cottage is 12.7 mi (29-min drive) from Bac de Sors.
Does La Forge au Banquet, Les Eyzies offer free breakfast?
This cottage does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at La Forge au Banquet, Les Eyzies?
No, there is no casino at this cottage.
Is there free parking at La Forge au Banquet, Les Eyzies?
Free parking is not available at this cottage.
Does La Forge au Banquet, Les Eyzies have a pool?
This cottage does not have a pool.
Does La Forge au Banquet, Les Eyzies have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this cottage.
How close is La Forge au Banquet, Les Eyzies to downtown Les Eyzies?