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Castle perched 25m above the river, swimming pool & park, stove option

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Enjoy cooking in this kitchen with a modern gas stove, white cabinet, and ample counter space.
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Relax on a bench overlooking the pool, with a historic castle in the background.
Perched atop a cliff, this grand estate offers panoramic views of the surrounding landscape and a tranquil setting amidst lush greenery and a serene river.
Enjoy dining al fresco amidst lush gardens and a historic building's elegant facade.

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Thonac, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
  • Vezere Valley
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Château et Jardins de Losse
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Lascaux IV - The International Centre for Cave Art
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Brive-la-Gaillarde (BVE-Brive - Vallee de la Dordogne)
    ‪56 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Thonac

On river.A stay at this castle places you within half a mile (1 km) of Vezere Valley and 6 miles (10 km) of Le Thot. La Roque St-Christophe and The Maison Forte de Reignac are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Vezere Valley - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Château et Jardins de Losse - 7 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • La Roque St-Christophe - 12 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Lascaux IV - The International Centre for Cave Art - 13 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Château de Laussel - 19 min drive - 10.2 miles

Getting around

  • Condat Le Lardin Station - 24 min drive
  • Brive-la-Gaillarde (BVE-Brive - Vallee de la Dordogne) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Aux Berges de la Vézère - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Chez Fany - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Les Pilotis Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Auberge du Pont - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Le Comptoir - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Castle perched 25m above the river, swimming pool & park, stove option

Come and live a dream week in Belcayre: medieval castle perched 25m above the river, with a theatrical view, in perfect condition and in a 25 hectare park.

The park and the forest are very quiet (no vis-à-vis or neighbors) with large swimming pool, access to the river, canoe, unlimited mushrooms, games (table tennis, bikes, ...).

The Belcayre terrace is unique, like the deck of a boat, it overlooks the river and offers a dream view.

An elegant interior: refurbished kitchen, 7 beautiful neat double bedrooms and 2 single bedrooms, large convivial spaces.

In a region rich in history and culture: in Saint Léon sur Vézère (one of the most beautiful villages in France), 10 minutes from Lascau, near Sarlat / des Eyzies / Montignac / la Roque Gageac and numerous castles (Beynac, Castelnaud, Losse ...).

In a fabulous gastronomic region: foie gras, duck breast, truffle, porcini mushrooms, ...

Property manager

Côme et Marine de Cézac

Languages

English, French

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Games
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Table tennis

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Private pool
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 7.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Printer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Vu de la configuration du lieu, restez vigilants

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock 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.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

Frequently asked questions

How close is Castle perched 25m above the river, swimming pool & park, stove option to the airport?

This castle is 43.1 mi (62-min drive) away from the Brive-la-Gaillarde (BVE-Brive - Vallee de la Dordogne) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Castle perched 25m above the river, swimming pool & park, stove option have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this castle.

Does Castle perched 25m above the river, swimming pool & park, stove option offer free breakfast?

This castle does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Castle perched 25m above the river, swimming pool & park, stove option?

No, there is no casino at this castle.

What time is check-in at Castle perched 25m above the river, swimming pool & park, stove option?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Castle perched 25m above the river, swimming pool & park, stove option?

Free parking is not available at this castle.

Does Castle perched 25m above the river, swimming pool & park, stove option have a pool?

This castle features an outdoor pool.

Does Castle perched 25m above the river, swimming pool & park, stove option have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this castle.

How close is Castle perched 25m above the river, swimming pool & park, stove option to downtown Thonac?

This castle is 0.6 mi away from Thonac.

Castle perched 25m above the river, swimming pool & park, stove option Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Magnificent family holiday

We had all our near family with us. Great granny and her husband, two daughters their husbands, four grandchildren, three with partners and a five month old baby. What a memorable week in such a wonderful château. It was well equipped with everything we needed. We had a wonderful canoeing day and many bike rides and walks as hours in and by the pool.Thank you
On the balcony after dinner
The whole lot
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcus B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Chateau Belcayre

A unique property in a unique location. 10/10
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Magical!

Wonderful location for the first of hopefully many trips as a large group of friends (inspired by my dad’s trips with Terence’s friends below!). Dinner on the promontory terrace overlooking the river was truly spectacular. The pool was refreshing for our week of unexpectedly hot September weather and the hot water for showering was truly impressive. The chateau is an unforgettable vacation spot!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Truly magical

We had a wonderful week at Château de Belcayre, even though some of the weather was a bit damp and cool. Three generations of us, fourteen in all, fitted in comfortably and enjoyed the facilities to the full – swimming in the pool and river, bicycling using the e-bikes provided, canoeing using the Château canoe and paddle-boarding (we brought our own). The château is incomparably charming – from a distance, from its several, and varied, sitting-out areas, and within its walls: fairytale and magical are accurate descriptions. It is also extremely well-equipped, and is presented in a pleasant family manner. Serge and his colleagues were unfailingly helpful on the few occasions that we needed to consult them. Breakfast and dinner literally above the beautiful river on the main terrace, sometimes with the moon shining, were incomparable occasions and are now the happiest of memories. We cannot recommend the château too highly, and hasten to thank the owners for being prepared to share it with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tyler C., Oxnard, California

Liked: Cleanliness

Enchanting Chateau

14 family/friends aged 18 to 77. This chateau is an icon in the community! When locals asked where we were staying, they knew Chateau de Belcayre and had questions. We felt like celebrities staying for the week. Excellent location, making exploring the Dordogne easy. The chateau’s decor is very eclectic and could use some updating but it does not take away from the experience. Chateau de Belcayre is truly enchanted!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terence B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spectacular stay in a wonderful castle

We had 2 groups of 15 people in each of 2 weeks. The castle is wonderful, and Come and the property manager Serge were very helpful. We spent a LOT of time in the kitchen in the evenings, with wine, cheese, meats and breads, and some evening appetizers in the incredible patio overlooking the river. The owner Come set up a chef-cooked dinner for us each week, complete with wines paired to the courses. The chef Jean-Marc did a wonderful job with fancy preparations of Dordogne-area dishes. The area is wonderful of course since many of the major prehistoric sites are quite nearby, including Lascaux, Font-de Gaume, La Roque St. Christophe and the Les Eyzies prehistory museum. The nearby town of St. Leon Sur Vezere is lovely with at least 3 excellent restaurants, and we also found good food quite nearby in Montignac. All of the guets highly recommend a week or two stay here. The daughter of one of my friends is coming with her own set of friends in September. This is truly a 5-star adventure place to stay.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rob A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful in every way

This an amazing property. Words are insufficient to describe the location, the beauty, the history, and the beautiful grounds on which this amazing chateau sits. We had his our family five adults and we had a great time. Nothing further to say, it’s just incredible, and Come and Serge were very attentive and responsive in every way. Thank you both - it was the highlight of our tour.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cesar D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Castillo en localización inmejirable

Lugar perfecto , con equipación completa para vivir unos días para recordar . Vistas al río , habitaciones , salón y comedor amplios . Personal de servicio atento y servicial.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Marie F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Une semaine de repos dans un lieu unique et magnifique

Nous avons beaucoup apprécié ce séjour en famille dans ce cadre apaisant, depaysant et d'une grande beauté. Les soirées sur la terrasse surplombant la rivière sont calmes et un peu irréelles, et la piscine est très agréable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joseph C., Vincennes

Liked: Cleanliness

Patrimoine du Périgord

Emplacement privilégié pour la découverte de cette très belle région et de son patrimoine. Endroit privilégié pour des vacances en famille ou tous peuvent s'exprimer sans crainte d'un voisinage et la terrasse en avancée sur la rivière est un endroit magique pour les soirées d'été. La piscine d'une très belle dimension et son prolongement par une très grande et belle terrasse sont aussi idéales pour des moment très privilégiés ou tous peuvent se réunir au retour d'une belle visite. Lieu idéal pour famille ou des amis. A recommander.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Mark H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful castle in great area of Dordogne

Real castle beautifully situated on the river edge with nice & private outdoor areas and pool. Indoor & kitchen facilities complete although somewhat dated. All in all we had a great stay. The communications with the owner and local caretaker were pleasant and efficient.

10/10 Excellent

GWENAELLE G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Un voyage dans le temps

A défaut d'un voyage à l'international, nous avons fait un voyage dans le temps dans cette spendide demeure. Ce château à taille humaine est une bulle de bonheur. Tout est fait pour être dans le calme, la sérénité. Sport, baignade, balade sont les activités à faire sur place. Très bien équipé. Nos ados ont adoré. A refaire sans hésiter.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020