10/10 Excellent
Taneli S.
5 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice historic villa
Taneli S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Entire home
Beautiful Riverfront Mansion
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8350 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Port-Sainte-Foy-Et-Ponchapt, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
- Château Lardy9 min drive
- Château des Vigiers Golf Course13 min drive
- Château de Montaigne20 min drive
- Bergerac (EGC-Bergerac - Perigord - Dordogne)30 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Bathroom 3
Towels provided · Shower only · Hair dryer
Salon
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Beautiful Riverfront Mansion
This beautiful 350 sq.m Mansion is part of La Batellerie, an 18th Century Historic Home in Port Sainte Foy, overlooking picturesque views of the Dordogne River and the French classical garden. Within walking distance of all amenities; Saturday Market, restaurants, boutiques, bakeries, supermarket, canoe club and river beach. Enjoy Alfresco dining on the garden. Private Heated Indoor Pool.
**An ideal place for a large family or two small families sharing.**
An opulent and exquisite building with the warmth of a family home, ideal for discerning families. The property has a stately yet cosy ambiance.
This Mansion (built in 1752) was designed by Victor Louis, the architect of The Grand Théâtre de Bordeaux and once belonged to a prominent wine merchant. It comprises four specious bedrooms, beautifully decorated in traditional, luxurious and vintage styles: Le Magnolia (45 sq.m), La Dordogne(45 sq.m), Le Colombier (60 sq.m) and Retro Vintage (55 sq.m). Downstairs comprises an open Classic Living-Dining room (50 sq.m), fully equipped American kitchen as well as a lovely terrace perfect for dining and lounging. Charming Indoor Heated Pool (4x8) and a pool lounge in Moroccan style.
During your stay you will enjoy:
Village atmosphere yet easy access to Bordeaux, the Atlantic coast, the Bay of Arcachon and other places of interest
Walking distance amenities: fresh out of the oven baguettes from the the best bakery in the village, supermarket, butcher shop, boutiques, bars & restaurants....
Every Saturday morning, stroll through the thriving farmer's market of Bastide Sainte Foy la Grande, the best farmer market in the region.
Breathtaking river views from the suites, the balconies, the cottage and the terrace
Alfresco dining overlooking the Dordogne River on the garden terraces, combining elegance and tranquility
Private Heated Indoor Pool in a refined relaxing area (Heated during June-October)
A multitude of hiking and biking trails
Summer calendar weekly activities, including the ever popular, local
produce, dinatory night market
An array of sports and activities such as canoeing, kayaking as well as a small river beach
**An ideal place for a large family or two small families sharing.**
An opulent and exquisite building with the warmth of a family home, ideal for discerning families. The property has a stately yet cosy ambiance.
This Mansion (built in 1752) was designed by Victor Louis, the architect of The Grand Théâtre de Bordeaux and once belonged to a prominent wine merchant. It comprises four specious bedrooms, beautifully decorated in traditional, luxurious and vintage styles: Le Magnolia (45 sq.m), La Dordogne(45 sq.m), Le Colombier (60 sq.m) and Retro Vintage (55 sq.m). Downstairs comprises an open Classic Living-Dining room (50 sq.m), fully equipped American kitchen as well as a lovely terrace perfect for dining and lounging. Charming Indoor Heated Pool (4x8) and a pool lounge in Moroccan style.
During your stay you will enjoy:
Village atmosphere yet easy access to Bordeaux, the Atlantic coast, the Bay of Arcachon and other places of interest
Walking distance amenities: fresh out of the oven baguettes from the the best bakery in the village, supermarket, butcher shop, boutiques, bars & restaurants....
Every Saturday morning, stroll through the thriving farmer's market of Bastide Sainte Foy la Grande, the best farmer market in the region.
Breathtaking river views from the suites, the balconies, the cottage and the terrace
Alfresco dining overlooking the Dordogne River on the garden terraces, combining elegance and tranquility
Private Heated Indoor Pool in a refined relaxing area (Heated during June-October)
A multitude of hiking and biking trails
Summer calendar weekly activities, including the ever popular, local
produce, dinatory night market
An array of sports and activities such as canoeing, kayaking as well as a small river beach
Property manager
Eric LAGRANGE
Languages
English, French, Spanish
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Adults only
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
We should mention
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 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
Port-Sainte-Foy-et-Ponchapt
Located in Port-Sainte-Foy-et-Ponchapt, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Château de Montaigne and Château Bélingard are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Château Lardy and Château des Vigiers Golf Course. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling.
Port-Sainte-Foy-Et-Ponchapt, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
What's nearby
- Château Lardy - 9 min drive - 7.1 km
- Château des Vigiers Golf Course - 13 min drive - 10.7 km
- Château de Montaigne - 20 min drive - 17.7 km
- Lac de Gurson - 25 min drive - 22.6 km
- Saint-Emilion Monolithic Church - 34 min drive - 32.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Les Arcades - 8 min walk
- McDonald's - 3 min drive
- Au Gré du Vin - 16 min walk
- Le Beau Zinc - 15 min walk
- Comptoir des Sports - 9 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Heidi S.
17 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for our short break
Heidi S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Claire D.
15 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful house in an amazing location
Claire D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Keith B.
2 Sept 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful building, amazing location and excellent host.
Keith B.
10/10 Excellent
Nigel A.
22 Aug 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous house on the Dordogne
Nigel A.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019
10/10 Excellent
Louise R.
30 July 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved this place!
Louise R.
10/10 Excellent
Christoph W.
6 Aug 2018
Tolle Lage, historisches Anwesen, sehr nette Vermieter
Christoph W.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018
10/10 Excellent
Andrei M.
12 July 2018
Absolutely gorgeous
Andrei M.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2018
About the host
Hosted by Eric LAGRANGE
A family of 3 and a lovely dog:
I moved back to France with my family at the end of 2009 after spending 25 years in Manhattan, New York where we were in restaurant business. During the family visit in wine country, I have found my dream home on the bank of the Dordogne River. Come to stay with us in this Historic Home of Port Sainte Foy and enjoy what lovely villages have to offer......
I moved back to France with my family at the end of 2009 after spending 25 years in Manhattan, New York where we were in restaurant business. During the family visit in wine country, I have found my dream home on the bank of the Dordogne River. Come to stay with us in this Historic Home of Port Sainte Foy and enjoy what lovely villages have to offer......
Languages:
English, French, Spanish
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