£1155 - £1925
(€1313 - €2188)
Per property per week
Country house, sleeps 10, 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms
Contact the owner
Contact the owner directly
Wendy Clare-Dunbavand
(Advertising since March 2010)
Tel: + 33 (0)6 81 87 88 01
Tel 2: + 33 (0)9 65 17 13 06
Please mention French Connections.
Front of House (1 / 52)
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Kitchen/Living/Dinning room (3 / 52)
Kitchen/Dining area (4 / 52)
Kitchen/Living/Dining room (5 / 52)
Kitchen/Dinning/Livingroom (6 / 52)
Kitchen/Living/Dining room (7 / 52)
Kitchen/Living/Dinning room (8 / 52)
Reception Room (9 / 52)
Ground Floor Back Double Bedroom (10 / 52)
Ground Floor Back Double Bedroom (11 / 52)
Ground Floor Bathroom (12 / 52)
Ground Floor Bathroom (13 / 52)
Ground Floor Back Double Bedroom (14 / 52)
Ground Floor Front Double Bedroom (15 / 52)
Ground Floor Front Double Bedroom (16 / 52)
Ground Floor Front DoubleBedroom (17 / 52)
Bedroom Ground Front Double Floor (18 / 52)
First Floor Master Double Bedroom (19 / 52)
First Floor Master Double Bedroom (20 / 52)
First Floor Master Double Bedroom (21 / 52)
First Floor Shower room (22 / 52)
First Floor Shower room (23 / 52)
First Floor - Twin bedroom (24 / 52)
First Floor Double Bedroom (25 / 52)
First Floor Double Bedroom (26 / 52)
Pool with a view (27 / 52)
Pool (28 / 52)
Pool (29 / 52)
Pool (30 / 52)
Courtyard (31 / 52)
Covered games area (32 / 52)
View from house towards terrase (33 / 52)
Terrase to rear of property (34 / 52)
View from terrase (35 / 52)
Rear Terrase (36 / 52)
Rear of House Terrase (37 / 52)
Terrase (38 / 52)
Terrase (39 / 52)
Vegetable Garden (40 / 52)
Tree lined approach (41 / 52)
Romantic environment (42 / 52)
Pool with sunbeds for all (43 / 52)
Grounds with space and beauty to please every eye (44 / 52)
The freedom to run or take a stroll at your leasure (45 / 52)
Front of house (46 / 52)
Cepe and Morelle mushrooms from our woods (47 / 52)
The world renowned Cepe - utterly delicious (48 / 52)
Our beautiful chuck (49 / 52)
Mothers meeting (50 / 52)
Misty start to an autumn day looking over the valley (51 / 52)
Stunning sunrise (52 / 52)
STUNNING COUNTRY HOUSE WITH SWIMMING POOL IN THE HEART OF THE DORDOGNE, FRANCE
EXCLUSIVE LETTING - A comfortable romantic sanctuary, ideal for families or groups to unwind, relax and explore the beautiful countryside of South West France.
Surrounded by numerous medieval villages (Monpazier, Belves, Cadouin, St Avit Senieur etc) and their many renowned markets this property is perfectly positioned in the heart of the Dordogne Valley.
What ever your interests, be they visiting great Chateaux, pre-historic cave paintings, wine tasting, water theme parks, canoeing, music recitals, magnificent gardens etc… all are within easy reach of our peaceful property and you will effortlessly find something to excite all ages.
Recently renovated our 400 year old country house is set within the grounds of 10 Hectares (24 acres). We are positioned to the side of a stunning hamlet of just 5 other similar properties in an environment which is simply breathtaking.
"Le Grand Rêve" is ideal for families who wish to relax in a spacious environment both inside and outside the property whilst maintaining an intimate family ambiance.
A sense of space, privacy and tranquility abounds here however, for those guests wishing to get together for a meal or a drink they will find plenty of communal space.
All beds are dressed with 400 thread count high quality Egyptian cotton linen to provide you with a luxurious peaceful nights sleep.
Towels and pool towels are provided during your stay for on site use.
The private terrace of 205 m² equipped with barbecue provides an idyllic setting for cooking and indulging in purchases from the numerous local markets.
Why not enjoy aperitifs whilst relaxing playing the classic French game of 'Pétanque' on our own pitch or for those a little more energetic table tennis, badminton/volleyball and pool table are also available on site.
Just 40 minute drive from Bergerac airport with easy motorway access your approach to our property is via our stunning and elegant fruit tree lined driveway.
An independent laundry room is available to our guests.
Plus we take great pleasure in presenting our guests with a free seasonal offering from our vegetable garden.
"Le Grand Rêve", is a haven of tranquility, a peaceful, harmonious base for those wishing to discover the riches of the area or indeed those seeking to unwind by the pool with a good book and glass of wine … as this is of course one of the finest wine producing regions in the world!
Should you wish to increase your party to a maximum of 14 we do have another country house on site but this is never let independently during the letting of "Le Grand Rêve" but is an optional addition.
Our property comes under the Commune of Montferrand du Perigord which is a small village and our home is set just outside this in the picturesque hamlet of Labattut.
This is the perfect base from which to explore and experience the "Perigord" in the true sense. For those seeking a haven of tranquility or those looking for a holiday full of activities, our property offers what you seek.
We have three public tennis courts each within half an hours drive of the property.
Mircro light flights from the local airport at Belves gives you a real birds eye view of the numerous chateaux, rivers and stunning countryside.
Local amenities
Nearest bakery: Cadouin (dordogne)
Nearest supermarket: Beaumont (dordogne)
Nearest market: Beaumont (dordogne)
Nearest pharmacy: Beaumont (dordogne)
Nearest bar: Beaumont (dordogne)
Tourist information: Cadouin (dordogne)
Montferrand Du Perigord on the map
Property 153450 –
Nearby place of interest
How to get to Le Grand Rêve
By Plane:
Our closest airport is Bergerac being 40 minutes away. Alternatively, Bordeaux and Limoges airports are just a 2 hour drive away.
By Road:
Details available upon request
Access options
Car Essential, Taxi from airport, Taxi from train station
Nearest airport
The nearest serviceable airport is Bergerac [EGC]
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Superb property - beautifully furnished and equipped. Owner on hand should you need anything.
Plenty of space for a family to enjoy without being on top of each other. Swimming pool is spectacular. Very well equipped throughout.Guest rating:
We have just returned from spending 2 weeks - 28/7/18 to 11/8/18. A group of 8 friends had the privilege of staying at this beautiful accommodation. Wendy the owner has worked so hard on making this property not only a beautiful home but a perfect vacation venue for a large group. Everything you need is provided and we visited so many beautiful places whilst we were there. We as a group would highly recommend it. Wendy ensured our stay was perfect and was always available to answer any questions we had or kindly book tables in restaurants for us. Certainly a holiday we will never forget.
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We had three generations of a family stay here from 21st July- 28th July and loved it.the house has everything and it’s location is amazing. Wendy the owner was so helpful when we needed taxis, advice about restaurants and we enjoyed having a bottle of wine with her and hearing how she restored this lovely french house. We couldn’t fault it , Thankyou Wendy xGuest rating:
Fabulous area, wonderful house, and gorgeous pool
We spent 8 days at Le Grand Reve in July with all the family and grand children. Perfect location for adults and children alike with plenty to do and in a safe location. From big family bbq's to great afternoons spent in the pool. Wendy is the perfect 'hostess' and it was a pleasure to spend this time in her wonderful house and grounds.Guest rating:
My family and I have just had a fabulous week in Wendy’s beautiful home, and her hospitality was the best I’ve experienced. It’s the most peaceful spot, with gorgeous views and surrounding area. The facilities were spot on, with a fantastic fully equipped kitchen, and a choice of seating areas, perfect for extended family get-togethers like ours. Our stay wasn’t long enough, I could have happily stayed for a month. I’m usually ready to come home after a week anywhere, but this time I could happily have stayed a lot longer.’ You’ve created an oasis of calm, but offering everything to keep all ages happy Will definitely return..
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We chose Le Grand Reve this July to celebrate a special passage in our family life, our 40th wedding anniversary. Eight of us, aged 2-64, thoroughly availed ourselves of the amenities of this beautifully appointed restored house in the most serene country setting imaginable and of Wendy's generous yet unobtrusive hospitality. The terrace is located off the kitchen and has 'night lighting' ; convenient for our late night get-togethers with wine and cheese. The pool and games room on the other side of the house has been appointed with every possible need in mind and provided hours of pleasure. The poolside view over the countryside is nothing short of magnificent. Wendy, the owner, was there-but-not-there: the house is totally private but if we had questions or needed advice we could always knock on her door. It was a winning combination for us; she even went out to meet one of the members of our party to show him the way to the house. She shared the delicious bounty of her vegetable garden with us as well. In the house is a complete folder with activities. We were happy just taking country walks in the area and hanging out on the terrace and around the swimming pool during our one week stay but still managed to have dinner in the local village (also booked for us by Wendy) and visited a market and a vineyard. This location offered the three couples in our party ample privacy; private bed-and-baths, crisp linens on the beds, lovely large towels and plenty of space. The common areas to lounge and read, both inside and out, are lovely. Breakfast and dinner on the terrace and drinks by the pool was our usual schedule and for the in-between times there was enough for everyone to do. We had a fantastic and rejuvenating holiday experience and recommend it with no reservations whatsoever. Big thanks for Wendy for helping us to celebrate our anniversary in a very special way.
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I rented Le Grand Reve for three weeks this summer, and welcomed several groups of friends and family to share the house with me while we toured the beautiful Dordogne and Vezere river valleys. The house is everything Wendy’s pictures promise, and more. A 16th century farmhouse, it has been lovingly restored and updated, with thoroughly modern appliances and a well-stocked kitchen. We had great fun choosing delicious fruits and vegetables in the various markets, bringing them home and cooking them. The stone and exposed beams are beautiful and authentic, and both dining tables - inside and outside the house - are handmade, beautiful old wood, with pegs instead of nails or screws. Everyone, young and old, enjoyed the swimming pool, ping pong and pool tables, and sitting out on the terrace watching the moon rise over the house as the sky filled with more stars than you can imagine was frequently the way we ended our days. The peace of this place is tangible, and restoring. The beds are beautifully made up for you with quality linens. Wendy has prepared a notebook filled with tips about places to see, market days for the many Dordogne villages, vineyards to visit, and she will be happy to help in any way she can so that your visit is all you ever hoped it to be. Mine was a dream come true, and I can only imagine it will be the same for you. Several of my friends wanted to add their thoughts: Wendy has thought of everything to make this house a home for visitors. But, in addition to being practical, Le Reve is beautifully serene, soothing and inspiring. ~ Maya I thoroughly enjoyed the week at Le Grand Reve and highly recommend anyone looking to rent a home in the Dordogne to contact Wendy. She has thought of everything .... pool towels, blow dryer -- no need to carry in your suitcase as they are available. Beautiful place! ~ Dorothy It was perfect! ~ Mary Ann If your dream is to stay in a beautiful home in the bucolic countryside of Southern France, look no further. This 16th century house has been lovingly restored by the owner. Wendy obviously has a decorator's eye and taste for detail. The beds and bedding are top notch and I slept like a baby every night. I simply never wanted to leave. In a word - idyllic. ~ Catherine Wonderful way to both step back in history and yet come back to the comforts of home. ~ John We want to live here! ~ my grandchildren and their two friends
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I planned for this holiday for 12 months for our party ranging in age from 64 years to 5 months and expectations were high, but all dreams were realised and more, at this exceptional property. The accommodation was of an extremely high standard with nothing overlooked, scrupulously clean and well maintained, and the pool area was enjoyed to the full by the whole family where there was laughter and fun aplenty. Table tennis, skittles, pool table, or simply lounging in the beautiful sunshine, there was something to suit everyone. Nothing was too much trouble for the resident owner, who was discrete but always available. Her friendship was highly valued and assistance for any query always readily available. An opportunity to 'Get away from it all' in a beautiful and picturesque area, it was truly a dream holiday from which none of us wanted to wake up! Highly recommended!Guest rating:
We are sorry we have to leave "Le Grand Reve". We came looking for sunshine and a comfortable house, we've had both in abundance, in exception. You and your beautiful home are the exception. Thank you so much, Wendy for your caring for us and your friendship these two weeks. We all have found it hard to leave here. Thank you so much! We considered chaining ourselves to loungers or hiding in the toilet because we just don't want to go ... :(Guest rating:
We had a wonderful holiday in Le Grand Reve. The house is beautifully presented and maintained by Wendy the owner. Wendy made us so welcome and was an excellent source of advice on the area. All family members both young and old, had a wonderful holiday around the pool or exploring the surrounding areas. We would definitely recommend a stay hereGuest rating:
We arrived at Le Grand Reve to a very warm welcome from Wendy after a long drive. A meal had been pre-booked for us by Wendy at L'Abbaye in Cadouin that evening which was very welcome and enjoyed by all. It was so nice and great value for money that we visited it again during our stay. We had a lovely family holiday with all our grown up children and their partners and it could not have been better. We all now have lots of lovely memories of our time together in France. The highlight of each day was the evening meal around the table in the garden, with each couple taking a turn at cooking the dinner and the others happy to wait whilst sampllng the local wines. We had many an hour lounging by the lovely swimming pool combined with competitive games of boules, ping pong, and pool with lots of laughter and banter to be heard. The house is amazing and we would happily stay again if we ever holiday in the Dordogne again. Wendy was always discreetly around watering the garden and picking vegetables and able to answer any of our questions and offer advice when needed.Guest rating:
This delightful home meets my 3 p's. Pleasure, Peace, Play. A place to create your holiday memories that will last forever
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A holiday you won't want to come home from, a wonderful gite, where the pictures only tell half the story. A fabulous gite that makes your holiday, where the owner cannot be more helpful.
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We stayed at Le Grand Reve in August and it is our best holiday to date. The house was beautiful, clean and cozy and the house and the beautiful garden made it the perfect place to relax. The area has lots of great things to do and the water park was brilliant. Wendy is the perfect host and has thought of every little detail to make your stay perfect. As soon as we can organise it we will be back for a second stay at Le Grand Reve.
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Le Grand Rêve is indeed like something you could only dream about – however it is real and it is absolutely perfect!
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Delightfully converted and quality-equipped spacious character property in a quiet rural setting centred between the pretty and historic communities of Cadouin, Monpazier and Beaumont. Lovely outside eating area and plenty of room to roam. Nicely situated pool and games areas to keep all ages amused. Highly recommended.
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What a wonderful welcome and beautiful home! We had a wonderful time at Le Grand Rêve, it was such a shame that we were only with you for one week. We all thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. The quality of our accommodation and facilities reflects the hard work and commitment put into the property by our delightful hostess Wendy. This is a great place to get away from it all and relax. You really do have everything you need here, so once you have your provisions sorted (mainly wine, cheese and bread for us!), you can sit back and chill out. There are plenty of games to play ranging from board games to table tennis.All that remains to do is plan a return visit! Thank you once again for a fabulous holiday and letting us share your home.
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Had a wonderful stay at Le Grand Reve. It was great to stay in such a well furnished and comfortable house and grounds with everything you require. The pool is fab, and the boys all enjoyed the ping pong!
Wendy is a great host and we all enjoyed the fruit and vegetable basket she provided.
Without doubt we will return again.
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Two Yorkshire-based families enjoyed a wonderful sunny week in the beautiful Grand Reve. From our first approaches up the driveway to the morning we left the stay was a total joy. The house is pristine, tastefully furnished throughout to the highest spec' - and with a kitchen dining room we only wish we could have rolled up and taken home. Every pot, pan, gadget and equipment you could wish for is there - and the island became a meeting point for chefs, wine drinkers and children alike. In short: everything worked and worked perfectly.
The real joy in summer is of course the considerable grounds, which pictures struggle to do justice to. The lovely (spotless) pool, plentiful loungers and shaded terrace across the courtyard offered hours of bliss for all ages - as well as a stunning view across the valley. At the rear of the house is the show stopper - a long narrow French Oak dining table, terrace covered of course - where we enjoyed several happy meals - including a coq au vin which tested the kitchen to the full (as did home made pizza night requiring Kenwood Mixer!)
None of this is an accident. It is a result of the passion, hard work and personality of owner Wendy. Discreetly every morning flowers are watered, the pool cleaned, the loungers made ready and the veg patch tended. Wendy is there to answer your questions, however trivial, and just wants you to love the house as much as she and her family so evidently do.
A house aptly named: as the rain falls back here in England, the holiday already seems like it was a big dream. Enjoy the Grand Reve, you will not be disappointed.Guest rating:
This was the perfect holiday in one of the nicest properties we have ever stayed in. The owner was extremely helpful and although she and her family live on site they were so quiet we weren't aware they were there!
The property was immaculate, very well equipped and furnished and the kitchen possessed every item of cooking equipment you or Michel Roux could want.
Plenty to see and do in a very unspoilt part of the Dordogne
We couldn't recommend it more highly.
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Wendy
Thanks for an amazing two weeks, the house and setting were fantastic, we have all had an awesome fortnight.Guest rating:
We had lots of lovely sunshine and really enjoyed our stay in this lovely peaceful house in the heart of the Dordogne countryside. Our children loved playing in the swimming pool, and we found the house very comfortable, and well kitted out with everything we could possibly need provided
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Wonderful Place - wonderful gite - wonderful holiday!
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Le Rêve has been the perfect place to relax and unwind. We have really enjoyed our stay. There are lots of things to do without the hassle of traffic. It is set in a peaceful rural hamlet but is still just minutes away from some of the most beautiful and interesting sights in the Dordogne. The property is thoughtfully laid out and had all the features you could need.
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Gorgeous gite in lovely countryside surrounded by so many interesting places to visit. What a truly relaxing and enjoyable holiday we have had!
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| Property type | Country house (Self-catering) |
| Bathrooms | 3 |
| Bedrooms |
4 double bedroom(s) 1 twin bedroom(s) 2 cot(s) |
| Occupancy | 10 |
| Suitability | Suitable for children, Suitable for the elderly, Unsuitable for wheelchair access, Non-smoking, Touring motorcyclists welcome |
| Kitchen facilities | Dishwasher, Fridge, Ironing facilities, Washing machine, Gas hob, Electric oven, Fridge-Freezer, Combination microwave |
| Internal facilities | CD player, DVD player, English satellite TV, Exclusive rental, Owner on site, TV, VCR, Wood burning fire or stove, Fans in rooms, Central heating (oil), Radio, Electric heaters, Hairdryer, Board Games, Wi-Fi Broadband Internet, MP3 Player, Tea/Coffee making facilities |
| External facilities | Garden, Scenic views, Swimming pool (exclusive use), Barbecue |
| Activities nearby | Archery, Badminton, Ballooning, Billiards, Bird Watching, Boating, Boules, Canoeing, Caving, Cycling, Fishing, Flying, Go karting, Golf, Gourmet dining, Gym, Hiking, Horse riding, Kayaking, Museums, Parachuting, Rambling, Riverside activities, Shopping, Sightseeing, Singing, Spa, Squash, Swimming, Table tennis, Tennis, Theme parks, Tree adventure park, Walking, Water sports, Wine tasting, Wine touring |
Changeover day: Saturday
Last updated on: 28th November 2018
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| Accommodation rental period | Price |
|---|---|
| 23 March 2019 – 10 May 2019 |
£1155 Per property per week
(€1313 / $1490) |
| 11 May 2019 – 14 June 2019 |
£1470 Per property per week
(€1671 / $1897) |
| 15 June 2019 – 21 September 2019 |
£1925 Per property per week
(€2188 / $2484) |