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An Oasis Of Tranquillity. Wing of a lovely old house set in park-like grounds

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Veranda
Outdoor dining
Property grounds
Property grounds
Grounds

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4200 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Auriac-Sur-Dropt, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
  • Duras Castle
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Maison Guinguet
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Château des Vigiers Golf Course
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Bergerac (EGC-Bergerac - Perigord - Dordogne)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Back bedroom

1 Double Bed

Front

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

An Oasis Of Tranquillity. Wing of a lovely old house set in park-like grounds

Gite or self-contained modernized wing of a lovely old house. Private and set in park-like grounds. Well insulated so very cool inside in summer. High beamed ceilings and ceramic tiled floors, quality furnishings and furniture. Large open plan living/dining/kitchen area. Two spacious bedrooms with double bed. Family bathroom between the bedrooms. Separate laundry room with washing machine, additional fridge and freezer space. Large terrace covered by a fabric awning with a barbecue area. Nearly two acres of lawns with hedges and shrubs. Plenty of off-street parking.

Property manager

Hiram E Warren

Languages

English, French

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 GBP 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Duras

Located in Duras, this apartment is in a rural area. Duras Clock Tower and Duras Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Château le Pis and Domaine de Dame Bertrande. Griffon Park and Zoo de Mescoules are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Auriac-Sur-Dropt, Nouvelle-Aquitaine

What's nearby

  • Duras Castle - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Duras Clock Tower - 5 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Maison Guinguet - 6 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Lac de l'Escourou - 14 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Château des Vigiers Golf Course - 26 min drive - 23.7 km

Getting around

  • Marmande Station - 25 min drive
  • Bergerac (EGC-Bergerac - Perigord - Dordogne) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café de la Paix - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant Ma Maison - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Old Book Shop - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Don Camillo - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cafe de la Paix - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is An Oasis Of Tranquillity. Wing of a lovely old house set in park-like grounds pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at An Oasis Of Tranquillity. Wing of a lovely old house set in park-like grounds?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at An Oasis Of Tranquillity. Wing of a lovely old house set in park-like grounds?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is An Oasis Of Tranquillity. Wing of a lovely old house set in park-like grounds located?

Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Duras Clock Tower and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Duras Castle. Maison Guinguet and Château le Pis are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 25 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Annee K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A property oozing with character and charm .
Wonderful hosts. Property only 2km from the centre-ville of Duras with proximity to many historical villages, bastides and castles of this beautiful region of France. Very spacious with tasteful furniture and excellently appointed. Charming patio in a large private garden.

6/10 Okay

Maureen H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Plenty of potential
Spacious and comfortable throughout. Standard of cleanliness needed improvement. Only cursory instructions given for tv. Electricity was tripped about 10 times when oven was switched on. Useful laundry room, good shower with plenty of hot water. Could be wonderful with some improvements. We did enjoy our stay.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Christophe F.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Vacances pas terrible
Deja photo pas mise a jour hygiène tres douteuse surtout le canapé plein de boutons sur le corp on est pas pres d'y retourner on est parti une journée avant accepte les chiens mais pas de clôture......
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Gérard M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Duras
Pas de commentaire
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Silvana D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
excellent experience
Relaxing place, beautiful home with garden and very kind owners
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tony W., New York, NY

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfectly Situated for your Dordogne Holiday
Perfectly charming French farmhouse vibe. The owners are kind and thoughtful. When we mentioned a desire for morning coffee, they went out and bought a new coffeemaker for our use. Comfortable beds in the home, which is well equipped with linens and other items to make your stay a pleasant one. Convenient to a grocery store which has everything one might need. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely spot in Duras
Had a special time the owners are lovely people, property is very spacious and well situated .
Stayed 14 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cornelius O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely gite
We enjoyed a great week in this gite, a lovingly restored building which is now very well equipped and comfortable. Hiram and Stephen were genial hosts. Hope to go back some day.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

6/10 Okay

Arnaud G.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness
Un oasis de saleté...
Un séjour qui s'annonçait agréable, calme et reposant... mais c'était sans compter les 2h de ménages à l'arrivée dans la maison pour nous permettre de juste poser quelques affaires pour vivre. Que la maison ne soit pas brillante de propreté à l'arrivée, pas de souci, c'est une maison en campagne, donc les toiles d'araignées c'est tout à fait normal. Mais par contre devoir nettoyer les réfrigérateurs car ils n'ont pas dûs être nettoyés depuis de nombreux mois, la vaisselle à relaver, les miettes sur la table, la poussière et saletés diverses en abondance par terre par contre ce n'est clairement pas normal. Les toilettes qui n'ont pas été nettoyées avec des traces douteuses sur l'ensemble du pied, le mobilier très sale dans la salle de bain et dans toutes les pièces... franchement un abus. Nous avons comprit pourquoi le prix était aussi "bas" pour un plein mois d'août. Les draps et serviettes de bain étaient propres, pas de souci. Enfin concernant le calme, le jardin est très agréable mais collé à une route tout de même "assez" passante, mais pas un réel problème. Bref, un stop de 4j décevant que je ne recommande clairement pas. Si les propriétaires avaient fait le travail de ménage il aurait prit une toute autre valeur. Déçu !
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pauline C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Séjour court au calme
Location pour une nuit, le jardin a ravi nos jeunes enfants.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joshua C., Bordeaux

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay!
Fantastic stay. Two couples for a short stay in Duras and it was perfect for us. Lovely spacious space with all the amenities you need and more! Superbly located in a lovely spot. Great little terrace and the highlight were the hosts! Very friendly, welcoming and very accommodating. Lovely people. Would highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

anick i.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Très bien! :)
Nous avons passés un excellent séjour !
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pleasant place
We enjoyed our stay in Duras. We were warmly welcomed by our hosts. The appartment is nicely cool, a plus when it is very warm in the daytime. The appartment is spacious and well equiped. Duras is a good starting point for daytrips to the beautiful bastides in the region. In all, a positive experience.

8/10 Good

david a.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nous avons passé 3 nuits
Nous avons passé 3 nuits dans ce gîte, car c’est proche de notre famille. Cela nous a permit de les voir tout en étant indépendant. Le logement est grand et il y a tout ce qu’il faut. Le cadre est agréable, bien qu’un peu proche d’une route toute droite assez passante. L’espace de vie est grand et les chambres spacieuses. Le ménage n’est pas parfait ( toiles d’araignées un peu partout) mais dans l’ensemble c’etait bien. Nous retenons quand même cette adresse car le village est sympathique , et la maison et la terrasse agréables. Les propriétaires sont gentils et discrets. Merci!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Murielle T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gîte parfait pour des vacances.
Adorables propriétaires, attentionnés, délicats et discrets. La terrasse est parfaite pour prendre vos repas et profiter des alentours fleuris. Gîte très calme à proximité du village de Duras, où vous pourriez visiter un très joli château. Nous vous conseillons le spectacle de sons et lumières qui a lieu le soir.

10/10 Excellent

David T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Duras, par excellence
The hosts were as congenial as ever. We have stayed here before and will do so again. The gite is well-appinted, in lovely grounds. Great base for visiting the Dordogne......Duras is a lovely bastide town. Difficult to do anything but praise glowingly.

8/10 Good

Sandra F., Bilbao (España)

Un alojamiento estupendo para descansar y ver ciudades medievales preciosas.
La casa es bonita tranquila y cómoda, tiene todo lo necesario, espacios amplios y confortables, un buen sitio para visitar las bastidas (ciudades y pueblos medievales), castillos, cuevas y simas. Hemos estado muy a gusto.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mariana O., Caldes de Malavella, Girona, ESPAÑA

Muy acogedor y hogareño
Perfecto para descansar de las grandes urbes y descubrir el encanto de los Chateaus y viñedos de los alrededores.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018

6/10 Okay

Yvonne d.

Lovely house
We had a great stay in this house and loved the way it was decorated. Ian took good care of us and some first needed staples were in the fridge. But the house is not an oasis of tranquility if you are enjoying the great terrace outside since it is located on very busy road and the garden is in front of the house and not in the back where you would not notice it. Also the house is not quite finished yet it needs some painting to make it a fantastic house. We really loved our stay, the beds were really good even thoug they had the usuals frnech size. We loved the town ofDuras which is close by. But we really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

joseph m.

Lovely place
It is a lovely place, with a wonderful host. Very relaxing and charming. We will definitely come again.thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

David T.

Just FANTASTIC
Relaxing stay....enjoyable....great surroundings....congenial hosts.....thanks to Steven, Hiram & Ian. This property is well equipped, comfortable with delightful aspects....well worth a stay.....
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Kersten S.

Very pleasant stay in an old French house.
Comfortable bed and nice towels. The accomodation is the old barn attached to the house and has high ceilings and large rooms. Lovely garden and outside space in which to relax.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Rene B.

Very nice and calm place
Very nice and calm place. The host was very kind and prepared our visit like we were his family. All comfort was present in the house. We had only to bring our foot and drinks..Perfect Duras is a lovely place with his castle, market place and good restaurants. A visit into the castle is really recommended. Good centralized is you want to visit Lot de Garonne or Dordogne..
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

ideal
my mother and i had the most wonderful 4 days at this lovely gite, the host was fantastic and treated us like one of the family . the gite had some lovely furniture and the beds were very comfortable . the garden was beautiful , just the spot to enjoy a glass of french wine. the town of duras with its restaurants bars and chateau is just a stones throw away. the gite is very good value , highly recommend it,
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Ideal for exploring the region
This was so much better than the photos suggest. The host is very friendly and helpful and the gite is set in a large garden with sunny patio surrounded by flowers. Inside the rooms are spacious with antique furniture giving it very much a french gite feel. It is walking distance of Duras which is a pretty town with a market on a Monday and places to eat and drink. We also visited the chocolate factory a short drive away. There are also plenty of vineyards to visit. This is a ideal place to stay if you want to explore the region.

About the host

Hosted by Hiram E Warren

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We are an American/British couple who live in Oxford city centre, but love France and the French way of life. We spend as much time at our home in France as we can; however I am still working for the NHS and can't get away as much as I would like. My CP, Stephen, is a retired NHS property consultant/surveyor. Our dream is to be able to afford to retire to France (both of us) someday. Stephen can be in France much more often than I can, so he will be the on-site manager when we have guests. We love our little bit of ''heaven on Earth'' and hope that our guests will also.

Why they chose this property

We searched most of Western France for nearly 10 years before settling on the Lot-et-Garonne department. We like the mild(ish) winters and the long, hot summers of the area. Our house is rural,but not isolated. We are only 2 km from Duras, on the D668 which is a well-traveled link road from Duras to Miramont de Guyenne. Bergerac airport is approximately 45 minutes away and Bordeaux is just over an hour away by car. The area has many vineyards and fruit orchards.

Languages:

English, French
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