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9.8

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

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Fireplace

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

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Saint-Dizier-Leyrenne, Nouvelle-Aquitaine

Le Parc Animalier des Monts de Guéret29 min drive
Lac de Vassiviere39 min drive
Limoges Cathedral61 min drive
Limoges (LIG-Limoges Intl.)86 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

Very pleased with choice, the owner was delightful and so helpful. Strongly recommend.

Luise D.

Mar 27, 2022

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Bijou cottage in the heart of rural France, with alpacas in the garden.

The cottage has been converted from part of a detached stone barn and is ideal for a couple or a single, a family or friends with accommodation for up to 4 people. The cottage faces due south, with a covered private terrace with table & chairs for alfresco dining. Downstairs there is an open-plan living-dining-kitchen area with a wood-burning stove, plus the small bathroom. A steep staircase leads directly to a double bedroom in the eaves, with a door leading directly through to the twin bedroom. The rest of the property consists of a hectare of grass & woodlands, plus the farmhouse. You will be sharing the grounds with a number of friendly creatures. With a handful of chopped apple, you may well find yourself surrounded by a small crowd of friendly alpacas, geese & chickens.

Property manager

Sam

Languages

English

Amenities

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Fireplace

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

See information below.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Permitted on the covered terrace directly outside.

Due to the steepness of the staircase, this property may not be suitable for guests under 5 years old or for those with limited mobility.

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

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 that there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Saint-Dizier-Leyrenne

Located in Saint-Dizier-Masbaraud, this cottage is in a rural area. Millevaches Regional Natural Park in Limousin and Courtille Pond reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Labyrinthe Geant des Monts de Gueret and Labyrinthe Géant.

Saint-Dizier-Leyrenne, Nouvelle-Aquitaine

What's nearby

Plateau de Millevaches - 8 min drive
Le Parc Animalier des Monts de Guéret - 29 min drive
Lac de Vassiviere - 39 min drive
Gare de Limoges - 60 min drive
Limoges Cathedral - 61 min drive

Getting around

Saint-Dizier-Leyrenne Station - 5 min drive
Limoges (LIG-Limoges Intl.) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

‪Auberge Chez Nous - ‬10 min drive
‪Le Central - ‬13 min drive
‪Theatr'enfant Jean-Pierre - ‬17 min drive
‪Le Marigny - ‬13 min drive
‪Brulerie Saint Georges - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bijou cottage in the heart of rural France, with alpacas in the garden. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bijou cottage in the heart of rural France, with alpacas in the garden.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bijou cottage in the heart of rural France, with alpacas in the garden.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bijou cottage in the heart of rural France, with alpacas in the garden. located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Millevaches Regional Natural Park in Limousin and within 12 miles (20 km) of Plateau de Millevaches and Church of Benevent-l'Abbaye. Place de la Republic and Benevent War Memorial are also within 12 miles (20 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Paul A.

18 June 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rural Retreat

Lovely gite in idyllic surroundings for those that want peace and quiet. Sam is a very pleasant and welcoming host.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luise D.

27 Mar 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely little gite with beautiful views and alpacas to meet.

Very pleased with choice, the owner was delightful and so helpful. Strongly recommend.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Dominique D.

4 Sept 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Calme....

Le gîte correspondait à ce que nous attendions . Equipement minimaliste dans la cuisine pour qui aime cuisiner... , un grille pain et une grande casserole auraient fait mon bonheur. Le gîte était très propre et le lit confortable.... Le terrain face à la terrasse manquait d'entretien ,mais Sam était blessée au genou , donc on lui pardonne ...! Sam est très agréable et n'est pas avare de vous montrer ces adorables animaux. Nous lui souhaitons encore un très bon rétablissement. Dominique et Bernard

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

marianne b.

2 June 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super séjour avec des enfants, plein de gentilles attentions de la propriétaire

Nous avons beaucoup apprécié notre séjour. Le logement est simple mais très bien pour un long week-end comme nous l’avons fait. Les lits sont confortables Les alpagas, le cochon et la basse cour ont été une très chouette attraction pour nos enfants . Ils ont adoré donner des carottes aux alpagas! La propriétaire est aux petits soins et plein de petites attentions ont jalonné notre séjour. Nous recommandons ! Merci Sam

Stayed 3 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

8 Nov 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Sam is a great host, we had great conversation and had fun with the farm animals. The cottage is very sweet with a lovely breakfast!

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Fiona K.

10 Sept 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely spot, so peaceful!

My partner and I had a great stay here in September. Whilst the weather had become cooler, the log burner was perfect and each evening was so cosy! I’d recommend this place to anyone looking to get away from it all - it was so peaceful! Sam is a great host - so friendly and helpful and, of course, I have to mention the animals - Miles, Warren and Egg the alpacas, Colin the pig and Vienna and Whisky the cats! It was so nice getting to spend time with them all.

8/10 Good

Roger L.

21 Aug 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Conforme a ce qu'on attendait

Logement agreable

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Magali R.

5 June 2019

Bol de nature

Très bon accueil de Sam dans sa propriété au calme, dans un écrin de verdure. Logement indépendant et terrasse abritée permettant de manger en extérieur au son des oiseaux, avec une vue très agréable. Les enfants ont grandement apprécié la présence des trois alpagas, poules, cochon. Merci !

Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Corinne F.

10 Nov 2018

Un week-end dépaysant et agréable

Nous avons passé un super séjour notamment grâce à l'accueil et toutes les attentions de Sam. Ses animaux sont adorables. Nous avons trouvé tout le confort nécessaire dans le gîte où nous avons très bien dormi dans un calme bien agréable. La nature environnante invite aux ballades et à profiter, tout simplement. Merci Sam !

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Karl M., Catterick Village, North Yorkshire, UK

23 Sept 2018

What an amazing location

Words do not do justice to this property. If you want a tranquil location yet within easy reach of places of interest look no further being located this very small village a mile or so outside Saint- Dizier - Leyrenne. The cottage is very comfortable and well equipped with all you would need for your stay including sun beds. Sam is the perfect hostess, exceptionally helpful without being intrusive and her animals are well worth the trip especially the alpaca's and you won't have seen a bigger pig than Colin the boar. Wildlife abounds with deer, owls, fox, various birds of prey, pheasants and woodpeckers to name a few. Within a day you'll become best friends with Moleskin, the Norweigen Elk Hound. If you fancy spending some time around water, Lac Vassivière is approximately 25 - 30 minutes drive away, with stunning views, numerous man made beaches and restaurants, the perfect way to spend a sunny day. The ancient city of Limoges is about 45 minutes drive away should you be in the need of some retail therapy. All in all this was probably the most relaxing, recharging holiday we've had for a number of years. Thank you Sam, we are looking forward to seeing you next year.

Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Karl S.

29 Aug 2018

Schöner Urlaub in atemberaubender Landschaft

Wir (Familie mit 2 Kindern, 13 und 15 Jahre) verbrachten Anfang August zwei wunderschöne Wochen in dem Ferienhaus. Es ist der abgetrennte Teil einer ehemaligen Scheune. Man hat im Untergeschoß das Wohn-/Esszimmer mit angeschlossener Küche. Alles was man zum Kochen braucht ist vorhanden inkl. Backofen, Mikrowelle und Wasserkocher. Im Obergeschoß befinden sich die zwei Schlafräume. Einer mit Doppelbett, der andere mit getrennten Betten. Vor dem Haus hat man eine große, überdachte Terrasse mit Gartenmöbeln, Sonnenliegen und einem Grill. Das Anwesen liegt äußerst ruhig in einem kleinen Teilort. Viele Sehenswürdigkeiten und schöne Badeseen sind mit kurzer Autofahrt erreichbar. Was dieses Haus zu einem ganz besonderen Ort macht sind die Tiere und nicht zuletzt Sam die Besitzerin. Colin das Wildschwein und die drei Alpakas wurden von unseren Kindern täglich gefüttert. Gänse, Hühner und Perlhühner versorgten uns mit Eiern. Die Katze Vienna und Moleskin der Hofhund waren äußerst lieb und genossen unsere Streicheleinheiten. Sam war sehr hilfsbereit und stets für alle unsere Fragen da. Alles in allem haben wir uns sehr gut erholt und vermissen Euch schon jetzt.

Stayed 17 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

JANINE M.

31 July 2018

Plein de choses à faire. Très jolis paysages. Région très calme et reposante.

Gîte parfait pour des vacances agréables et reposantes. On s'y sens tout de suite à l'aise grâce à Sam et à Moleskin. Les visites a Colin sont très amusantes et enrichissantes, et donner une douche aux Alpagas ainsi que les nourir permet de découvrir ces merveilleux animaux que nous ne connaissions pas. Un grand merci à Sam pour son accueil et pour nous avoir fait partager sa relation privilégiée avec tous ses animaux. Nous espérons pouvoir y retourner l'été prochain.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

13 June 2018

Wonderful host, grounds, and cottage!

My wife and two young children (ages 7 and 5) spent 4 nights here in early June of 2018. We loved this experience! Our kids loved waking up each day to help Sam out with the animals. Whether it was collecting eggs, feeding the alpacas, or petting Colin the boar, the kids loved it (the adults loved it, too). Simply getting to meet Colin is worth the price of admission! Moleskin the dog was also always around, sometimes coming into the cabin to get some attention from the kids. This was so shocking though. When I asked my daughter who she was going to miss most when we left, she didn't say Colin, Moleskin, or any of the other animals. She said Sam! She really was so wonderful and patient with the kids. While the animals and setting were great, Sam is the glue that makes the property really special. The cottage was very clean and plenty spacious for the four of us. The double bed in the bedroom was really our only complaint, being kind of uncomfortable and small for two grown adults. Sam had plenty of DVDs to watch, the kitchen was very functional, and the bathroom was plenty spacious as well. It sounds kind of cliche, but I would give this place 6 stars if possible. If you and/or your family loves animals, this is the place for you. The wolf sanctuary is only about a 40 minute drive as well for an additional experience. This place will always be in my favorite vacation memories!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

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10/10 Excellent

Samantha A.

1 June 2018

AMAZING!

Loved the place from the minuet we got there. Sam is lovely and very accommodating even the lone of a bottle of red for our first night.....she really can’t do enough for you. The animals are a great addition but Mole the dog steals the show! Would highly recommend 10/10 and would live to visit again.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2018

8/10 Good

Françoise K.

8 Apr 2018

"chouette" accueil

de l'eau attendait les chiens, des friandises pour eux et pour nous (fête de Pâques oblige) et des oeufs frais pour le premier repas. Très joli endroit, gite simple et joliment décoré et surtout hôtesse très accueillante.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018

8/10 Good

Frans M.

27 Feb 2018

Super leuk plekje

De eigenaresse Sam, heeft er een super leuk huisje van gemaakt. Het ligt mooi (terras op zuiden) uitkijkend over een dal. Haar alpacas voeren en varken aaien, waren een leuke ervaring.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Adrien d.

2 Jan 2018

Très bien !

Sam est accueillante et à l écoute. C'est un retour aux sources. Ne pas avoir peur des araignées et de la température fraîches du logement en hiver. Le coin est idéal pour la randonnée. Pour résumé nous avons adoré. Merci Sam.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nathan P., Oxford

13 Oct 2017

Wonderful little find in rural France

This gite is lovely and I can't recommend it enough. Although it's pretty small, the downstairs has a good sized lounge/diner, a medium sized kitchen and a small bathroom and upstairs has two very well sized bedrooms. The setting is perfect, not at all overlooked except for by the main house with great views of forests over rolling hills. The animals are fun and you have free range through the owner's private woodland. If you like rural or are looking to get away from it all for a while you will love this. I came in October and the weather was stunning, a pleasant change since I come from the UK where we rarely see the sun at this time of year! Sam quickly become more of a friend than a supplier and was very responsive to anything I required or any information I needed during my stay. She made the trip an absolute delight and went beyond what I could have expected both in terms of her generosity with her time and with little gifts she'd made in her kitchen.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

roger l.

21 Sept 2017

a recommander

séjour agréable, au calme. gite très propre,une petite note négative,le manque de télévision.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nick D., cornwall UK

11 Sept 2017

Beautiful get away amazing Host highly recommend a visit

From the moment we arrived, we began to relax into our surroundings. The cottage was more than enough for the two of us. Well equipped for all our needs. Daily visits by the chickens and warm welcome by moleskin the dog was delightful. Getting to feed the rest of the clan was fantastic fun. Sam. You were an amazing host, attentive fun to be around and share the 'odd glass of wine' in the evening. The ready supply of eggs were delicious and your apple crumble superb. You really made our holiday with pointers of places to visit and helping us make the most of our time with you. We cannot tank you enough. Definitely a bientôt and merci beaucoup x

Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Brian R.

11 Aug 2017

A truly wonderful place to stay

Full of rustic charm set in the grounds of an old farm house, our party consisted of two adults and three children and there was plenty of room,clean and well maintained. The setting was just perfect, with its own forest to explore and all the lovely animals especially Colin the pig made this a family holiday to remember, Tons to do within the local area from lake swimming to the crazy but very good fun velo rail. Would highly recommend.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Manon B.

30 July 2017

Génial

Supers vacances avec des enfants en bas âge. Endroit très joli avec beaucoup d'animaux, reposant et surtout une propriétaire très accueillante et très gentille.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

kristof m., Staden

24 July 2017

Nice cottage in the countryside

We stayed in the cottage for 3 nigths (2 adults and 2 children). We all loved the place. Very comfortable and clean cottage and it has everything you need. Sam welcomed us and provided information when needed. The children loved to wonder arround together with all the animals and helped Sam to feed them. Would definitely recommend this cottage.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

liliane d.

29 June 2017

sam est tres accueillante et disponible ainsi que tous les animaux presents gite propre

belle campagne environnante calme belles promenades et super de retrouver les animaux de nos campagne sauf les alpagas bien sur!!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nicole P.

22 June 2017

Großartig für Familien

Wir verbrachten eine Woche mit unseren beiden Kindern in der sehr gemütlichen und gut ausgestatteten Ferienwohnung und wir wären gern noch länger geblieben. Sam ist eine sehr herzliche und hilfsbereite Gastgeberin. Unsere Kinder konnten überall auf das zugehörige Grndstück, um die vielen Tiere zu entdecken. Sehr ins Herz geschlossen haben wir alle die sehr kinder- und auch viele Steicheleinheiten lliebende Hündin Moleskin. Der Abschied fiel uns wirklich schwer. Auch die Umgebung ist sehr schön und es gibt Einiges zu entdecken und an heißen Tagen ist auch ein großer See nicht mal eine Autostunde entfernt. Kurzum: wir hatten einen sehr schönen Aufenthalt und haben uns sehr wohlgefühlt.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017

About the host

Hosted by Sam

After living & working in London for the majority of my life, I've quit the rat race to try to live "The Good Life" in the French countryside. I moved into the farmhouse here in 2015 with my my cat & my two geese. Since then I've added to the menagerie - more geese, another cat, chickens, guinea fowl, a pig, and of course the three alpacas.