Magnificent Maison de Maître & Cottage Sleeping 14 with Pool & Games Room

Truly a beautiful house, we had a wonderful time. Everything was very clean and the grounds are magnificent. The pictures don’t do justice to the beauty of the house, which feels very personal with gorgeous furniture and antiques, as well as frames and decoration all over. The kitchen had everything we could need and fits a group of 10 easily. A note: there are a lots of steps inside the house itself. We got tickets for La Bataille de Castillon, which we highly recommend. We canoed on the Dordogne, visited Saint Emilion, went up to Sarlat, and Libourne which was a gorgeous little town. The market of Ste Foye la Grande on Saturdays is a must see of the epitome of France. The house is perfectly located to visit this gorgeous region. We highly recommend for families going to le Chateau de Bridoire, which has labyrinth and fun games for kids to do. Food in this region is delicious. We particularly enjoyed l’Auberge Jolibois at St Meard de Gurcon. This is truly the most beautiful property we ever rented on VRBO this past 15 years, and there were many!

A fantastic place to stay, especially for a large family. The outside photos don't do it justice. It has a lovely outside area, including a large lawn, great for kicking a ball around or a game of rounders. The best part with having kids, it's all secure. The large iron gates help you relax a little bit more. Walking (15 minutes) down to the bakery each morning (closed Wednesdays) was fun. Everyone's favourite place to go was the lake. Only 15 min drive. Soft sandy beach, safe swimming with lifeguards and marked swimming areas. Great facilities, including food and drinks. The owners Gill & Hugh were very good in answer all our questions and providing a lot of helpful information. Liz is the local caretaker who meets you on your arrival. She was also very nice and helpful. We would highly recommend staying here. We would like to stay again.

We had a great time here lots to do nearby, canoeing, cycling, amazing wine, restaurants. Property is very big with great pool, big living room, big bedrooms. Great.

Just what was wanted for our party size and make up. Beautiful location, pretty villages and excellent wine tasting opportunities nearby. Chateau du Sardy gardens worth visiting.

Lovely old property with facilities to keep all age groups happy. Plenty of books, DVDs and games. Table tennis and snooker tables got plenty of use! Nice quiet location but only a short walk to the boulangerie in the morning. Would happily return.

Our family party of 11 spanned 3 generations aged between 6 and 71. Our last combined holiday of this sort, 2 years ago, and also in France, had been so successful that I worried how this one could compete. I need not have done. We couldn't have asked for a better location for us all - the house, garden and pool were all just as we would have wished. The house has a lovely flow to it, with generous outside eating areas - we chose the courtyard area for a sunny breakfast, and poolside for lunch and supper ( aided by plentiful umbrellas as we embraced the 38 degree heat!) The house is large enough that escape from the general melee is possible, but equally encouraging to family interaction; we particularly enjoyed the proximity of the pool area to the house, and the calm airy cool of the sitting room to retreat from the fiercest of the sun. We hoped to have a catered meal one evening, and Gill and Hugh very kindly organised this for us with a chef from the restaurant in the village, carefully navigating our various dietary requirements; Stefan and his team were delightful and our meal was simple but delicious - even catering for our Vegan member; highly recommended! We enjoyed our morning walks to the village boulangerie (Wednesday aside, when the baker's day off necessitates a short car drive to one slightly further afield). The local pain au raisin is not to be missed! Outings to the Roman Villa in Montcaret village (a short walk) and kayaking on the Dordogne satisfied our limited appetite for adventure beyond the confines of the estate; we had come to relax and enjoy each other's company and this was perfect. A midnight swim in a cloudless, moonless, star filled sky on our last evening was a fitting end to a wonderful week. Highly recommend!

We enjoyed a fantastic week at Les Oiseaux with our family (ranging from 5-70years old). The house was well equipped and we all enjoyed the pool and games rooms. Everything had been thought of and Liz was on hand for local knowledge and tips. The owners were helpful and responsive to emails. Would highly recommend this property and would love to return.

12 family members ranging in age from 6 - 74. One week stay in July 2019. The house, grounds, pool and BBQ area are wonderful - all the facilities you could wish for. The in village support from Liz was superb and nothing was too much trouble. We would love to return next year.