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Gîte by the river in the Dordogne - La Gloriette

Saint-Meard-de-Drone vacation home with kitchen

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TV, fireplace, DVD player
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3560 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Saint-Méard-de-Drône
  • Place, Tourism Office of Ribérac
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Perigueux Golf Club
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Place, Brantôme Abbey
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bergerac (EGC-Bergerac - Perigord - Dordogne)
    ‪67 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Saint-Meard-de-Drone

On waterfront.You'll be within 6 miles (10 km) of Tourism Office of Ribérac and 9 miles (15 km) of La Lizonne. Plage De Petit-Bersac and Jardins du Coq are within 12 miles (20 km).
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What's nearby

  • Tourism Office of Ribérac - 8 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Monolithic Church of Saint-Jean - 30 min drive - 16.0 miles
  • Aubeterre-sur-Dronne Tourism Office - 30 min drive - 16.2 miles
  • Perigueux Golf Club - 34 min drive - 21.7 miles
  • Brantôme Abbey - 43 min drive - 24.2 miles

Getting around

  • Saint-Astier Station - 22 min drive
  • Bergerac (EGC-Bergerac - Perigord - Dordogne) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪L'Escapade Gourmande - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Café des Colonnes - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Café du Palais - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪À Fleur D’eau - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Aux Delices De La Treille - ‬12 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.

Gîte by the river in the Dordogne - La Gloriette

The cottages of the Bigoussies mill can accommodate up to 10 people in 3 completely independent structures.

The "gazebo" is a very spacious cottage which can accommodate up to 3 people (1 bedroom and a convertible sofa) it also has a private terrace under a gazebo. Direct access to the river.

The 3 lodgings have been recently renovated in contemporary comfort and will seduce you with their exceptional location by the river. You have direct access for swimming, fishing or canoe trips. Located 5 minutes from Ribérac, they will be the starting point for many visits to the region. This 18th century mill belonged to the 12th century Romanesque abbey of Saint-Saud-Lacoussière above Brantôme. Presumably built on old foundations, we find it on the 18th century Cassini cards; its architecture is from the XIXth century.

It became an eel fishery at the end of the 19th century, then the refuge of a historian writer, before opening up to you on the Dronne. The water quality is exceptional, it is a dream place for fishing or walks.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Uniquement à l'extérieur

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Composting
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 560 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Vigilance car logement proche de la rivière

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Uniquement à l'extérieur

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number RBR165HRL

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.

Property is also known as

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Cottages in a mill on the Dronne river La Gloriette

Frequently asked questions

How close is Gîte by the river in the Dordogne - La Gloriette to the airport?

This vacation home is 38.8 mi (65-min drive) away from the Bergerac (EGC-Bergerac - Perigord - Dordogne) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Gîte by the river in the Dordogne - La Gloriette have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Gîte by the river in the Dordogne - La Gloriette to the beach?

This vacation home is 10.7 mi (21-min drive) from Plage De Petit-Bersac.

Does Gîte by the river in the Dordogne - La Gloriette offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Gîte by the river in the Dordogne - La Gloriette?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Gîte by the river in the Dordogne - La Gloriette?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Gîte by the river in the Dordogne - La Gloriette?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Gîte by the river in the Dordogne - La Gloriette have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Gîte by the river in the Dordogne - La Gloriette have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Gîte by the river in the Dordogne - La Gloriette to downtown Saint-Meard-de-Drone?

This vacation home is 1.3 mi away from Saint-Meard-de-Drone.

Gîte by the river in the Dordogne - La Gloriette Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely river-side location

Another visit to this wonderful place situated next to the River Drone. Good comms with the host and a lovely traditional Gite with all the necessary things you need!! We brought our bikes and the area is perfect if you love this activity. Also very good if you like a dip in the river. Well recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

kevin m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Delightful Gite

Very nice property and delightful hosts would recommend,nice area, sights to see within 45mins drive Riberac close bye for shopping.Would visit again
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alex C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Remarkable and unique holiday

Friendly and welcoming hosts at this incredible and unique mill. The area is quite, private, and beautiful. The rooms are clean, stylish and comfortable, and the outdoor area is a special place to relax, including swimming and canoeing in the river! What a wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ruth Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Idyllic riverside holiday

Beautiful converted water mill. High quality fixtures and fittings with lovely decor. The wonderful garden is full of flowers and wildlife, including chickens, ducks and a lovable but occasionally noisy cockerel! You can choose from the sunny jetty on the river or pick a shady spot under the trees. The host and her son were friendly, welcoming and very helpful, leading us to the best fishing spots and providing local insights. Nothing was too much trouble! Location was great with a fabulous choice of restaurants and boulageries for the morning bread and croissants in town . We would thoroughly recommend this property and will certainly be returning.

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Peaceful

We enjoyed being by the river in the peace and quiet (despite being close to the road!). The canoeing was good. We saw many kingfishers, dippers and other birds. Very comfortable flat and very accessible to interesting places.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Stephen C.

Picture postcard

Natalie was very welcoming and her English is excellent which helps. The cottage was very comfortable and has everything you need. We stayed in the one with a tiled covered gazebo which was great when it was raining because you could still sit outside. We stayed 4 nights which I think was just right. Plenty of places to visit within an hour and Natalie was always on hand with advise. Only slight negative is it is not walking distance of the town of Riberac but we knew that before we booked. Overall a very relaxing stay which was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Patrick B.

Lovely, peaceful stay right on the river

We spent a week here in early September. It's a gorgeous restored house on the river Dronne. It's simple but stylish, comfortable and clean. The owner lives on-site and is charming and helpful. Get past the feisty geese for a gentle paddle on the river in the canoes which are available for you to use at any time, before a glass of local wine on your own little terrace. Perfect for a quiet, relaxing break in a beautiful location.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Josephine D.

Very comfortable in beautiful surroundings.

Welcomed by Nathalie and Thierry who were very helpful. We had a very enjoyable stay in spacious comfortable accommodation. We arrrived in a heatwave. It poured with rain the next day and the remainder of the week was overcast but pleasantly warm. The little private terrace provided a place to enjoy eating, reading and admiring the view of the river. The quality bed was perfect for my bad back. Sofa was also comfortable. Kitchen equipped sufficiently for us to prepare our own meals. Unfortunately the weather did not entice me into the river for swimming but we did take a canoe (provided for our use) for a paddle up the river. The two pet geese provided entertainment. Riberac was handy for supplies from the supermarket and the Friday market. There is a little boulangerie a couple of minutes drive in the opposite direction. A very relaxing week with the potential to play on the river.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Roger C.

Great accommodation, excellent condition, friendly owners

We had a really relaxing week with Nathalie and Thierry, making the most of the good weather and lovely Dronne River. Having 2 canoes at our disposal was a real bonus and something we availed of on more than one occasion. We could recommend this property without hesitation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Kate L.

An idyllic place to by the river

We happily recommend staying in the Cottage in the Mill on the River Dronne. We spent an idyllic week falling asleep to the sound of the river, sunning ourselves on the deck by the weir and canoeing up and down the Dronne. It is a place where you can spend time cooking and reading and it is a place where you can base yourselves to explore the region. Riberac (3km away) has a market on Fridays and Perigeaux (20km) has a market on Saturdays and Tuesdays both of which are filled with local produce and delights of the region. Nathalie is a great host, she has thought of everything including the best restaurants nearby and how to plan your canoe trip. If you, like us, are contemplating a trip with family in the future, it helps to know there are three cottages which could be hired together. Sometimes enough space makes for good family time.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2016

10/10 Excellent

GILBERT C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Agréable location

Appartement fonctionnel. Petite terrasse agréable. Des chaises longues sont a disposition ainsi que 2 canoës en libre accès. Cadre enchanteur en bord de rivière
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Formidable !

Un séjour très agréable dans un environnement préservé par les hôtes. Des visites à ne pas manquer Aubeterre, Brantôme, le château de Bourdeilles. Merci Nathalie pour votre accueil.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nabila C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gîte au bord de l’eau

Gîte très agréable dans un endroit paisible. Hôte disponible et très sympa qui nous a fait part de quelques recommandations de lieux à découvrir. Séjour au top, à refaire.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Frédéric L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Logement atypique et plein de charme.

Un logement rempli de charme,au bord de l'eau,pourvu d'un superbe jardin arboré,et entouré de sites superbes...Que demander de plus? Les hôtes ne sont en aucun cas responsables de la qualité de la connexion internet,mais sachez qu'elle est parfois...capricieuse.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

10/10!

Excellent séjour ! Merci beaucoup
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Denis S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Très bien

Séjour très bien
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Frédéric V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Au fil de l eau...

Endroit bucolique et reposant. Gîte bien agencé, propre, accueillant même Connexion Internet très aléatoire. Très bel endroit pour décompresser. En bonus les canoës à disposition ainsi que le jardin. Merci à nos hôtes pour leur discrétion.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

thierry r.

Liked: Cleanliness

Très bien

Très très bien l'endroit est formidable les propriétaires très agréables un séjour vraiment agréable
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Vignard J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Séjour au calme et visites nombreuses

Sejour au calme bercé par le bruit du cœur d'eau. Logement impeccable et très fonctionnel. Situation ideal pour visites touristiques historiques Tres bon Accueil des hôtes et disponibilité
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Francois C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Calme

Bel appartement spacieux et calme
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Valerie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Une belle découverte

Un endroit magique!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Loic C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Calme dans un écrin de verdure

Belle période pour profiter du cadre offert par le jardin. Découverte de cingles plongeurs et de bergeronnettes printanières
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

LAURENCE H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Aération de l'esprit

Cet endroit est à la fois retirée, calme, reposant et à proximité de sites à découvrir comme les tourbières, Villebois-lavalettede, Aubeterre, les moulins et autres villages historiques comme la tour Blanche, Mareuil, Bourdeilles, ...et les spécialités culinaires

10/10 Excellent

Brigitte P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Au bord de la Dronne

Très agréable séjour. Gîte bien situé pour découvrir la région. Très bon accueil de la part des propriétaires.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Louise J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Très belle escapade dans une région que nous ne connaissions pas.

Le gîte est superbe ! Pas de chichis, juste beau et sobrement décoré, avec goût Nathalie nous a réservé un bel accueil et avait prévu un petit déjeuner délicieux, notamment les confitures maison. Un très beau jardin, et un jardinier très sympathique et généreux : nous sommes repartis avec des plants. A recommander
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021