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Exceptional

3 bedroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

Washer

Pool

Kitchen

Fireplace

Outdoor space

Free WiFi

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Pailloles, Nouvelle-Aquitaine

Lac de Lougratte14 min drive
Place des Arcades18 min drive
Lake Coulon19 min drive
Bordeaux (BOD-Merignac)109 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

We have just returned from a wonderful week's stay at Teyssie. It was the perfect place to spend a quiet week enjoying t...

Helen S.

Oct 6, 2023

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

3 Single Beds

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Shower room 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Spacious Cottage, private pool with great views, good for relaxing, hiking, golf

Our spacious well equipped self catering cottage/gite offers French charm and character with style and comfort. It is ideally situated for visiting places of historical/cultural interest, it is close to the picturesque towns of villeneuve-sur-lot, Villereal, Monflanquin, Bergerac & Agen which have many restaurants, cafes and bars. NOT to mention within 10 mins from the end of stage 12 of the TOUR DE FRANCE 2024 which is travelling from the Monflanquin direction. The area also offers many night markets during the summer months enabling visitors to enjoy the local culture, music and food. Leisure activities include canoeing/kayaking on the river Lot and river Dordogne, Parc-en-Ciel (climbing ropes, rope swings etc) walking, cycling and the bonus of an 18 hole championship golf course less than 5 minutes from the cottage/gite. We can also supply three full sets of men's clubs and one set of ladies.. So if you are flying in or the car is full you don't have to worry about your golf clubs. Alternatively you can simply enjoy a relaxing holiday soaking up the summer weather which normally starts around May and continues well into October. There is a private pool for the sole use of the gite guests, 10 x 4.5 mtrs (33ft x 15ft). . This is cleaned and maintained daily by us to maintain the safe balance of chemicals and daily use of robot cleaner. It is opened at 10am after cleaning etc and closed at 21.00h for security
catch up with your social media with the free WiFi.
Within easy reach of Teyssie, there are a variety of chateaux to visit and places of interest for all the family.

Property manager

Hilary Dryhurst

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Fireplace

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Cot/bed available, high chair, baby bath, toys

Events

No events allowed

If you have visitors we must be told in advance

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Only plastic eating/drinking utensils are to be taken into the pool area.

we need to be told two weeks in advance if visitors are staying over night, a charge may be imposed as there is taxe de sejour to pay

recycling is to be rinsed. bin bags are for kitchen waste and nappy bags.

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

Note from host: if you have visitors we must be told in advance

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

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 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

Pailloles

Located in Pailloles, this cottage is in the city centre and near theme parks. Musee des Bastides and Musee et Ferme du Pruneau are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Vertigo Park Amusement Center and The Garden of Lilies. Travelling with kids? Consider Happy Forest, or check out an event or a game at Stade Armandie. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.

Pailloles, Nouvelle-Aquitaine

What's nearby

Lac de Lougratte - 14 min drive
Pujols Historic Town - 17 min drive
Place des Arcades - 18 min drive
Lake Coulon - 19 min drive
The Garden of Lilies - 23 min drive

Getting around

Penne Station - 18 min drive
Agen (AGF-La Garenne) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

‪Restaurant du Lac - ‬9 min drive
‪Villa Dolia - ‬12 min drive
‪Le Club - ‬11 min drive
‪Brasserie des Allees - ‬13 min drive
‪Le Tandem - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Spacious Cottage, private pool with great views, good for relaxing, hiking, golf have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Spacious Cottage, private pool with great views, good for relaxing, hiking, golf pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spacious Cottage, private pool with great views, good for relaxing, hiking, golf?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious Cottage, private pool with great views, good for relaxing, hiking, golf?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spacious Cottage, private pool with great views, good for relaxing, hiking, golf located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of Church of Ste-Catherine, Vertigo Park Amusement Center and Lake Coulon. Lac de Lougratte and Place Lafayette are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

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10/10 Excellent

Helen S.

6 Oct 2023

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

A truly wonderful place

We have just returned from a wonderful week's stay at Teyssie. It was the perfect place to spend a quiet week enjoying the house, the garden, the barbeque and the pool, which was cleaned and opened for us at 10am every morning and closed again at 8pm. The location was brilliant in terms of being able to enjoy the peace and tranquillity on offer as well as being within easy reach of shops for our provisions, including bakeries and supermarkets. It seemed as if everything was a short 10 minute drive away although we found we just wanted to make the most of staying put. Hilary & Gary are very accommodating hosts and made available toys and games for our boys. Lots of pool floats, armbands etc. We also found a lovely welcome pack with very helpful (and tasty) initial provisions. And Hilary even went to the trouble of finding us some pineapple juice when we forgot to purchase some for our Pina Colada's! All in all, a genuinely wonderful choice for our peaceful getaway. We were in the area for friends wedding and a few friends popped by to see us and all were equally impressed with our choice. We would return without any hesitation. Thank you so much Hilary & Gary.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rhys J.

22 Aug 2023

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Brilliant holiday

We had a fantastic stay. The property was well appointed and looked after. Beautiful well-kept gardens, BBQ and the swimming pool is just perfect. Large, clean and secluded. Wouldn't hesitate in returning!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew C.

13 June 2023

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Perfect Getaway Property

This was our fourth visit to Teyssie and the welcome from Hilary and Gary was as warm as ever. In the five years since our last visit they have made a number of improvements to the outside of the property, adding even more to the comfort of the garden area. As always, the property is beautifully maintained and the equipment and welcome pack provided everything we could have needed and more. Hilary and Gary live on the site, and were always available to give help with local knowledge, without intruding at all on our privacy. The local area provides plenty to see for the visitor and we can, as on our previous visits, heartily recommend this property,

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sebastien

1 May 2023

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen C.

30 Aug 2022

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

Lovely located gite

Even better than expected, Lovely clean property with everything you could need. Comfortable beds. Friendly owners are always on hand to help, but they are never intrusive

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Franck L.

5 Sept 2021

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Endroit Tranquille, piscine au top !

Location satisfaisante dans l’ensemble. Manque d’ustensiles de cuisson en bon état, heureusement il y a le barbecue ! Attention pour les accros Zone d’accès Wifi limité ! Propriétaire très gentils et très discrets !

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pauline D.

8 Aug 2021

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Super séjour

Un très bon séjour, la maison est très bien localisée, au calme, en pleine nature. La piscine est très agréable et située dans une ancienne grange, ce qui donne un charme indéniable à la chose. L’accueil est chaleureux et les propriétaires très attentionnés. Bref encore merci !

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gwenaelle J.

4 Aug 2021

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

Séjour au calme

Idéale pour se reposer, profiter tranquillement de la piscine et découvrir cette belle région. Les hôtes sont extrêmement accueillants !

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Fouzia T.

11 Sept 2020

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

Séjour au calme

Endroit très dépaysant en pleine campagne. Maison ancienne avec beaucoup de charme, bien rénovée, fraîche mais assez sombre. La piscine est très agréable et sécurisée. Une famille d’agriculteurs/éleveurs de vaches et veaux vit à proximité et est particulièrement sympathique et accueillante. Les propriétaires sont sérieux et disponibles (ils logent juste à côté mais savent rester discrets tout en restant présents si besoin). À noter que la communication ne s’est faite qu’en anglais. Pour conclure, des vacances en famille très agréables et reposantes.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Bénédicte W.

22 June 2020

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Wonderful stay !

The cottage is a wonderful place to stay ! The garden and the pool are fantastic and cooking in the kitchen is real pleasure. The surroundings are full of tracks to hike and ride.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

dale b.

7 Aug 2019

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Wonderful

We had a wonderful 2 week stay. The house was lovely, the grounds were lovely and the pool was just the icing on the cake! The house had everything that we needed for our two weeks. Very relaxing and enjoyable. We would definitely recommend Teyssie to our family and friends.

10/10 Excellent

mike & Trudy J.

29 June 2019

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A restful place in the country.

We enjoyed our stay in this thoughtfully, well equipped gite with unexpected extras and the welcome pack. The sheltered pool was lovely and well maintained with loungers & sunshades. Hilary & Gary were most kind & welcoming, concerned that our stay would be enjoyable. There are covered outside areas for al fresco eating. For us city dwellers it was a real change to be in a rural setting. We especially enjoyed watching the wildlife, lots of nesting birds & fledglings during our visit. The Lot valley with its rolling hills is beautiful and there are lots of bastides to visit. We would certainly like to make a return visit.

10/10 Excellent

Georgina B.

12 Sept 2018

Fabulous well-equipped Gite with amazing pool and views

We stayed at Teyssie for two weeks in August as it was close to the location of my brothers wedding. The Gite is located around 40 minutes from Bergerac airport and is very easy to find as it is one straight road from the airport to the Gite. The Gite is set in beautiful countryside with cows grazing at the back of the Gite. The pool is simply amazing. It is set in the walls of an old barn so is a bit of a sun trap and the doors can be opened so that you can enjoy the views from the pool. Myself and my family spent many days relaxing and playing in and around the pool. The Gite itself is very homely and well-equipped, there is nothing that the owners Hilary and Gary haven't thought off: - a pushchair, high chairs, cots, potty's for toilet training and even nappy bags in each bathroom for little ones. - DVDs and games for indoors - Outside games such as tennis rackets, badminton, boules along with various floats and inflatables for the pool. - A folder packed with useful information on the local area including English speaking doctors, local supermarkets with maps and place to visit. There is an outdoor BBQ and three outdoor seating areas with walks literally outside the front door. The local farmer even brought us a basket full of plums to enjoy during our stay. Most of our time was spent enjoying the Gite and pool, although the local area has lots to do and during our stay we visited Lac Lougratte, Monflanquin and Chateau Le Stelsia an amazingly wacky hotel with a great park you can walk around and the best crazy golf I've ever visited! Last but certainly not least the owners Gary & Hilary are two of the loveliest people you will ever meet. They did not at all intrude during the stay but did everything they could to make sure we enjoyed our time at the Gite. From finding the fridge stocked with meats, cheese, butter, eggs, milk and not one but three bottles of wine as well as fresh bread and croissants upon arrival, to changing over the swing to a toddler swing and bringing over a garage, along with boxes of cars, lego and stickle bricks for our son to play with and going out of their way to collect us from my brothers wedding. They are so warm and welcoming and make a fantastic Gite a fabulous one and we would love to visit again. My 4 year old son loved our holiday! When we asked him what he enjoyed most he said... the sun, the pool, the cows, the swings and Gary & Hilary! Pretty accurate summary!

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lianne C.

22 July 2018

Absolutely fabulous holiday, glorious gite

Upon arrival the gite was very clean and well presented. Hillary and Gary provided a lovely welcome pack of basic essentials and a few extras. The gite is really well equipped and I can't think of anything that wasn't there that you would need. The pool area is lovely and private and feels very luxurious. There are sunbeds, umbrellas, and shaded gazebo. We had lots of bbqs and made the most of eating outside. We had a hire car and enjoyed trips out in the local area, a lake, evening and day food markets. Would recommend to others.

10/10 Excellent

georgina p.

22 June 2018

Idyllic escape

What can I say about Hilary and Gary that hasn't already been said?! We couldn't have asked for more sensational hosts. So warm and friendly, nothing is too much trouble. It is evident that their guests' happiness is paramount to them. The gite is perfectly well equipped with EVERYTHING you could need. Hilary has obviously gone to great effort to make the gite feel like a home from home, I wish we could have stayed longer. We found morning croissants in a bakery 5km away in Cancon and the supermarket around 20 mins away is HUGE and has all the french treats you could hope for. A great location, we enjoyed meals out in Bergerac and Montflanquin. Bergerac airport is easily accessible - just one straight road! We LOVED the cows in the field behind the gite - we loved hearing them mooooo during the days (spot the city dwellers!) Thankfully I was able to squeeze a few pots of Hilary's homemade jam and chutney in my suitcase so I can get holiday feels for a little while longer. :)

Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2018

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

10/10 Excellent

Andrew C.

17 Sept 2017

An exceptionally attractive and well equipped property

We have now made three visits to Teyssie, and the welcome that we received from Hilary and Gary was as warm as ever. The property is very comfortable and is exceptionally well equipped. The unseasonably cold and wet September weather meant that we did not sample the new swimming pool, but it is clearly a very elegant and attractive addition to the property. Its rural location means that it is exceptionally quiet and (weather permitting) allows spectacular views of the night sky, unspoiled by light pollution. The owners live immediately adjacent to the property and are available to help with any problems, but they at no time intruded on our privacy. The local area has a number of attractive Bastide towns that are well worth a visit, and there are several other tourist attractions for the visitor. The city of Villeneuve-sur Lot is less appealing, though there is a good selection of shops and the E Leclerc hypermarket on the outskirts of the city is an easy drive away and provides for all one’s needs. We can thoroughly recommend Teyssie to any potential visitors, and we extend our sincere thanks once more to Hilary and Gary for their efforts to give us a really enjoyable holiday.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017

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

10/10 Excellent

Richard D.

25 Aug 2017

A fantastic cottage with an amazing pool

We have just got back from two weeks in this property and had a fantastic time. The cottage is modern, very clean and is equipped with everything you could possibly need to enjoy your stay. There are 3 outside seating areas and an excellent pool that is situated within the walls of an old barn. The pool area itself is stunning and we spent a lot of time there in the sun. The owners, Gary and Hilary did everything they could to make our stay a pleasurable as possible. We would highly recommend this property and would like to return again. It is easily the best French cottage we have stayed with our family and the cottage, outside areas and the pool are all amazing.

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

8/10 Good

Orlando M.

2 June 2017

Au calme

Séjour au calme dans une belle maison. Accueil très sympa de nos hôtes anglais. Prévenants , présents mais jamais envahissants. Literie de qualité Extérieur sympa avec barbecue et table à l'ombre Plein de jeux à dispo Belle et grande piscine Le petit moins : elle n'est pas chauffée mais séjour fin mai et deja assez chaude pour s'y baigner . Protection par couverture en dur Pas d'accès internet et wifi partout dans la maison (on l'a dit : au calme ...) Et chaînes télé uniquement en anglais Bref malgré des petits moins en fin de texte , plein de gros plus qui font aimer et conseiller.

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

10/10 Excellent

Melany H.

1 Sept 2016

Great pool, fantastic views, very comfortable gite

A wonderfully relaxing family holiday, thanks to the foresight of the gite owners who have equipped the gite so well and considered guests needs - such as receiving on arrival a superb 'home cooked' meal and chilled wine, very welcome after a long journey! A beautiful rural setting with lovely country views but with the benefit of good local amenities and plenty of activities nearby. Would highly recommend.

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

10/10 Excellent

Simon T.

15 Aug 2016

You can't go wrong here

We enjoyed a wonderful 10 day here. As a family of 5, the size and layout of accomodation was perfect for us. Hilary & Gary go the extra mile and leave you all sorts of stuff you'd likely either have to go out and buy, or keep forgetting to have with you. The outside area offers plenty of space and options, with numerous areas to sit and relax, or to eat in. The pool is fabulous, situated in an old cow barn, and adds some real character. Even though you're clearly close to the main house, the property feels very private, although you might need to wave to the farmer next door about 10 times per day. Oh, and our kids loved naming one of the cows "Bernard" and shouting to him every day......holidays need a little odd stuff huh! The surrounding area is dotted with beautiful Bastide towns, all within easy driving distance. Villeneuve sur Lot is the closest nearby town, with all the shops and facilities you'd need, and a lovely Friday evening food market in the summer. Go, relax, enjoy, and watch out for a lovely wine infused evening of engaging chat and great company with Hilary & Gary

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

10/10 Excellent

Stuart S.

4 July 2016

Teyssie: an outstanding property in a superb locat

Beautifully made over, spacious and well-equipped, the cottage at Teyssie was a delight. The recently completed pool simply added to its appeal. Owners Hilary and Gary are welcoming (they laid on a super hot dinner for us on arrival), friendly and very happy to help. The location opens up the Lot and Dordogne valleys and their multiple attractions. Perhaps the best rental cottage I have encountered in several decades of exploring France this way.

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

10/10 Excellent

Alex B.

23 June 2016

Beautiful Countryside Gite

What can i say the Gite was beautiful and well appointed . The owners were fantastic and really accommodating bar sorting the weather out they couldn't have done anymore. The new pool is beautiful and a real suntrap too. Everything within the Gite is well thought out and provided a homely base whilst we were over in France. Kudos to the Dryhursts Teyssie is a beautiful property and they are perfect hosts by being there when required (as they only live next door) but also giving space to enjoy the privacy.

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

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

17 Aug 2015

Summer holiday 2015 at Teyssie

Our family of 5 (2 adults & 3 boys aged 4, 11 & 14) have just returned from a 2 week stay at Teyssie. The Cottage was perfect – clean, well-equipped and comfortable with crisp, clean bedding and an abundance of towels - thank you Hilary! The pool was perfect and the boys particularly enjoyed gorging themselves on plums from the orchard during swimming breaks! Teyssie is in a beautiful & tranquil setting and yet only 10 mins drive from Villeneuve sur Lot – which is handy for provisions or a meal out. We all thoroughly enjoyed our stay there and Hilary & Gary were extremely friendly & welcoming throughout. Like many other guests, we are sure to return. Hilary & Gary - you have been warned ! Thank you both for a wonderful holiday in your lovely cottage. Victoria, Paul & the boys

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

10/10 Excellent

Andrew C.

20 July 2015

Comfort and Character

This was our second visit to Teyssie, and as before Hilary and Gary gave us a warm welcome after a long journey. And as before, the cottage was clean, comfortable and extremely well equipped, with breathtaking views over rolling countryside. Hilary and Gary gave good advice on local places to visit, and although this was the first week of the French school holidays, nowhere was over-crowded. We revisited the Water Lily Gardens at Temple Sur Lot, which have a spectacular selection of water lilies set in beautiful gardens. Villereal, Pujols and Monpazier are delightful local towns, well worth a visit, and the night market (where everyone eats at long tables set in the village square) in Monflanquin was certainly an atmospheric experience. For those who like a little exercise, the lake a Lougratte a few kilometers to the north of Teyssie offers swimming and walking opportunities. The hospitality and welcome offered by Hilary and Gary are truly outstanding and we would not hesitate to recommend this property.

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

10/10 Excellent

Emma T.

1 Feb 2015

Weekend Break

We have just returned home from a lovely few days at Teyssie cottage, we had a great short break enjoying rural France. This was our second time visiting Teyssie. This location is very accessible from Bergerac airport (approx 35 minute drive) which has great links to London Stansted. The cottage itself has a lovely charm with its French rustic character and feels like a home from home, very comfortable accommodation. The owners are very hospitable and make sure you have everything you need and nothing is too much trouble. We love this property and location; we will definitely visit again! This property is very versatile as it could be used for a diverse range of holiday types. Lots to see an do in a 20-30 minute radius. Golf course very close by, 2-3 minutes in car.

About the host

Hosted by Hilary Dryhurst

After searching for nearly three years for our ideal early reitirement venture we found Teyssie which is a beautiful house and with a superb gite. I immediately knew it was the perfect home. We moved here in January 2012 and haven't looked back.
I was successfully running a pre school and my husband Gary had his own Interiors business for over 30 years.
One of the many criteria we had when house hunting was that we would have great views, and yes the views are stunning, we are surrounded by countryside and orchards. Plus as we are both golfers the Villeneuve Golf and Country Club is just a couple of minutes from us.
Now we are enjoying a different sort of work, but its a pleasure and we can go at our own pace whilst gardening and preparing the gite for our most welcome guests.

Why they chose this property

It was the views that sold the place to us, both at our own house and the gite and gardens. It's our retirement venture, it has everything we were looking for, near to a championship golf course and close to a town which offers all you want. It has easy access to the N21 but also peace and quiet. we had finally found the perfect location

What makes this property unique

The gite can offer tranquility and relaxation with rural aspects but offering easy access major towns and airports including Bergerac which is only 25 minutes away. Also only 10 mins away from a popular wedding venue, which has proven to be very handy with gite guests.
The gite comes with its own good size private pool and garden for guests to either sit and relax or for younger guests to kick a ball around. The gite has all you need, and guests are delighted at how well it is presented and equipped.