Le Pavillon D’Or
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Overview
Le Pavillon D’Or is a unique and wonderful apartment in a glorious Château, located in a small Dordogne village surrounded by vineyards.
The village Château was originally built in the 16th Century yet in the mid-1800s it was unusually split into five apartments, each now owned by separate residents. Le Pavillon D’Or commands the right-wing of the Château and has been lovingly restored whilst retaining so much of its original character with four metre high ceilings, exposed beams and wood panelling in the elegant salon adorned with rich tapestries, rugs and stunning Baccarat crystal chandeliers. Doors lead through to the refined dining room with antique mirrors, contrasting effortlessly with the modern kitchen; the ideal place to cook your candle-lit feast. Antique lace covers the tall French windows that open either side to the garden and courtyard, allowing sun to stream through your home.
On the first floor you’ll find two romantic bedrooms, exquisitely furnished with antique pieces and high quality beds with pretty views of the village church or courtyard. Despite the strong sense of history throughout the apartment, you’ll find modern luxuries such as crisp linen and soft towels from The White Company, a Sage Nespresso machine, Wi-Fi and Satellite TV.
Listen to the church bells as you sip local rosé from your private garden as the sun dapples through the trees or prepare delicacies from a local market. You can wander to a couple of local restaurants in the village and in the summer a pop-up pizzeria appears weekly. The friendly and discreet caretakers can also help you arrange any catering you may need in advance of your stay.
Wine-lovers are in the perfect location with vineyards surrounding the village, some of which are bio-dynamic and offer tours and tastings. As well as the famous La Route des Vins de Bergerac so near, you also have the Bordeaux vineyards to the west with beautiful Saint-Émilion (45km) less than an hour away.
The stunning Dordogne River is just 4km away where you can hire canoes down the river whilst golf lovers will appreciate the nearby Château des Vigiers with a 27-hole golf course and restaurants. You are surrounded by idyllic villages and towns, full of history and character, including two of France’s Plus Beaux Villages, Monflaquin and Monpazier, within an hour. Follow the Dordogne and visit some of the region’s most famous Châteaux and villages for some spectacular day trips such as Beynac-et-Cazenac, La Roque-Gageac and Domme.
This magnificent historical apartment really is quite special and a wonderful base for exploring this fascinating part of southern France.
What you should know…
- Although part of a large and splendid village château, the apartment is private and its garden is private to the apartment (on a separate lower level)
- One part of the Château, including two banquet halls, is owned by the local commune and can be used on very rare occasions for local events such as fairs and weddings. You can hire this part via the Mairie for your own celebration
- Due to the thick stone walls and ceilings the mobile phone signal can sometimes be unpredictable
- This property is suitable for adults only
This home is a part of our Great Value Collection!
Our great value homes:
- may be traditionally styled for a laid back feeling
- may have some simple amenities and features
- mean that you can enjoy top holiday destinations for less!
Property Features
Apartment Interior
Ground Floor
- Living room
- Well-equipped open-plan kitchen including Sage Nespresso machine
- Open-plan dining room
First Floor
- Two double bedrooms with queen beds
- Bathroom and WC
- Separate WC
- Laundry room
- TV area
Outside Grounds
- South-facing private garden (on lower level via steps, through a locked gate approximately 20 metres from the apartment)
- Table and chairs
Facilities
- Wi-Fi
- Heating
- Sat TV
- Washing machine and dryer
- Iron
- Hairdryers
- Alarm system
- Telephone (local calls only)
Please note that this property is suitable for adults only.
The apartment is located in the right-wing of a glorious Château in a small village in the Dordogne...
| Nearest Airport |
Bergerac/Bordeaux/Toulouse
(20km-20mins/95km-2h/218km-2h 30mins) |
| Nearest Village |
(1 minute walk) |
| Nearest Restaurant |
(2 minutes walk (open late April-October)) |
Location
About the surrounding area of Le Pavillon D’OrThe apartment is located in the right-wing of a glorious Château in a small village in the Dordogne, dating back to the 16th and 17th century. In the mid 19th century the Château was unusually separated into five apartments, each now owned by separate residents. The Château has a rich and interesting history which you will no doubt learn about during your stay. One part of the Château is owned by the Mairie and is sometimes used for local events such as fairs, weddings and the annual wine and jazz festival.
The village is small with two restaurants just a few minutes walk away, usually open from late April to October and during the summer there is a pop-up pizzeria once a week. There are communal tennis courts you can use in the village, free of charge.
There are other good restaurants within a short drive in local villages plus a bakery within five minutes and a supermarket within ten minutes by car. There are of course some wonderful food markets to visit across villages and towns of the Dordogne including Bergerac (20km) on a Wednesday and Saturday morning, Eymet (20km) on a Thursday morning, local Sainte-Foy-la-Grande (11km) on a Saturday morning and a little further to the incredibly charming Issigeac (30km) on a Sunday morning.
The Dordogne river is only 4km away where you can leisurely paddle a canoe amongst stunning scenery and golf lovers will appreciate the nearby Château des Vigiers where there is a 27-hole golf course as well as two restaurants. This area is very popular with cyclists and walkers, the pilgrimage route of Santiago de Compestela is also nearby. The whole region is a true haven for nature and activity lovers with horse-riding, boat trips, castles and even a bowling alley, paint ball centre, go-karting and an Aqua Park near Bergerac.
Wine-lovers are in the perfect location with vineyards surrounding the local village, some of which are organic. One of the bio-dynamic vineyards just on the edge of the village has several wine courses and tours. As well as the famous La Route des Vins de Bergerac, you also have the Bordeaux vineyards to the west with beautiful Saint-Émilion (45km) less than an hour away.
You are surrounded by idyllic villages and towns, full of history and character, worthy of a visit for a leisurely lunch and explore. The bastide town of Eymet (20km) is just 20 minutes away, the warren of medieval streets at Issigeac (30km) a little further or visit the attractive Sainte-Foy-la-Grande (11km) facing the Dordogne. Not forgetting beautiful Bergerac (20km) with its medieval architecture, narrow streets of boutiques and great restaurants as well as the unmissable Maisons de Vins.
In under an hour you can access two of France’s Plus Beaux Villages, Monflaquin (58km) and Monpazier (56km) or follow the Dordogne east all the way to beautiful villages such as Beynac-et-Cazenac (80km), La Roque-Gageac (84km) and Domme (90km) before heading north to delightful Sarlat-la-Canéda (92km) or the UNESCO World Heritage site at Lascaux Caves (97km). For a change of scene you can also head west for a day trip to the coast to sample some local oysters at Cap Ferret (160km) or Arcachon (150km).
| Local Amenities | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest Airport |
Bergerac/Bordeaux/Toulouse
(20km-20mins/95km-2h/218km-2h 30mins) |
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| Nearest Village |
(1 minute walk) |
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| Nearest Restaurant |
(2 minutes walk (open late April-October)) |
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| Nearest Supermarket |
Pineuilh
(10km) |
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| Nearest Shop |
Bakery
(4km) |
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| Nearest Town/City |
Sainte-Foy-la-Grande/Bergerac
(11km/20km) |
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| Nearest Tennis | In the village | ||
| Nearest Golf |
Château des Vigiers
(6km) |
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| Nearest Beach |
Arcachon/Cap Ferret
(150km-2h 15mins/153km-2h 20mins) |
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| Nearest Train Station |
Bordeaux
(20km-20mins) |
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Extras
Oliver's Extras
- Complimentary Bottle of Wine
At Oliver’s Travels we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to babysitters we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
- Maid service/extra cleaning
- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge
- Local day-trips or tours
- Airport pick-up/drop-off
- Babysitting/childcare services
Extras included at this property:
- Complimentary bottle of local wine
- Complimentary bottled water plus, Nespresso capsules, tea bags, kitchen and laundry supplies
- On site Property Manager is available for emergencies and enquiries
Extras available at this property:
- Cleaning service
Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfil your requests!
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Make hosting a memorable dinner party at your villa an absolute breeze with our superb Chef Service. Our chefs will take care of everything for you from start to finish so you can just sit back and enjoy the gastronomic experience. They will bring all the necessary ingredients, cook and serve the food and even clean up afterwards. To find out more visit www.oliverstravels.com/chefs
| Security deposit | €500 paid via bank transfer to the owner one month prior to the arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to inspection. |
| Arrival time | 4.00 - 7.00 p.m. Please give the Property Manager your estimated time of arrival 24hrs in advance and again 30 minutes prior to arrival. |
| Departure time | 10.00 a.m. |
Terms & Conditions
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
| Security deposit | €500 paid via bank transfer to the owner one month prior to the arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to inspection. |
| Arrival time | 4.00 - 7.00 p.m. Please give the Property Manager your estimated time of arrival 24hrs in advance and again 30 minutes prior to arrival. |
| Departure time | 10.00 a.m. |
| Energy costs included? | Yes. |
| Linen & towels included? | Yes. |
| Pets welcome? | Not allowed. |
| Other Ts and Cs | Weddings, stag/hen parties and other celebrations are not permitted. |
| Other Ts and Cs | Please note that this property is suitable for adults only. |
| Changeover day | Saturday. All other changeover days on request. |
| End of stay cleaning included? | Yes, for stays of up to 1 week. Mid-stay cleaning is included for stay of 2 weeks. For stays of 3+ weeks, there will be an extra charge of €75/week (starting from the 3rd week). However, guests are required to leave the accommodation clean, tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival. Any extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or rubbish disposal required will be charged against the security deposit. |
| Smoking Allowed? | Outside only. |
| Heating costs included? | Yes. |
| Minimum stay | 7 nights from mid-June to end of August. 3 nights all other periods. |
| Other Ts and Cs | Guests are required to sign an owner's rental agreement prior to the arrival. |
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 4 people:
| Rental period | 3 Nights | 4 Nights | 5 Nights | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 18th 2024 - Jun 9th 2024 | £862 | £1,005 | £1,149 | £1,436 |
| Jun 9th 2024 - Aug 31st 2024 | - | - | - | £1,634 |
| Aug 31st 2024 - Mar 21st 2025 | £862 | £1,005 | £1,149 | £1,436 |
| Mar 21st 2025 - Jun 8th 2025 | £862 | £1,005 | £1,149 | £1,436 |
| Jun 8th 2025 - Aug 30th 2025 | - | - | - | £1,634 |
| Aug 30th 2025 - Oct 20th 2025 | £862 | £1,005 | £1,149 | £1,436 |
Please note that these prices/rates are a guide only and may not be correct at the current date. For an accurate quote, please enquire.
Reviews
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Lovely
Lovely stay in a really beautiful atmospheric and comfortable home. Thoughtfully decorated. Pictures accurately reflect how nice it was.
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Magical
We had the most charming stay at Le Pavillon D'Or in May. It is even more beautiful than the the photos suggest. We especially loved the surrounding trees which filter the light as it streams through the French doors. What made our stay particularly wonderful was all the lovely little extras like lovely bed linen and fine napery for the table. The kitchen is one you can actually cook in; copper pans, sharp knives, tart tins for baking, even baking beads and a meat thermometer. It looks like a chateau but it feels like someone’s real home, which makes it all the more magical.
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Exactly what you imagine spending time in a Château
Idyllic accommodation in a great setting. We really enjoyed our week here. The rental had everything that you would need. Very tastefully decorated. Very responsive owner. Great location among vineyards for wine tastings from a variety of wine houses. Definitely would highly recommend.
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Attractive with excellent facilities
Accurate description and photos on the website, attractive apartment with excellent facilities in good working order, good location, and responsive owner and agent.
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Perfection!
This is an absolutely beautiful property and a charming way to experience life in a little French village. Everything in the home is first class from the interior design, to the bed and bath linens to the kitchen equipment. The owner and property manager were a delight and I cannot recommend Le Pavillon D'Or highly enough.
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Exquisite stay!
We had a wonderful four-night stay in the charming Chateau in August 2017. Wow, what luxury especially after 28 days walking the Pilgrimage walk from Lisbon to Santiago Compostela! This two-bedroom apartment is located in the right wing of the chateau. We were envisaging an apartment of similar size to the one we had left behind in Sydney, but this apartment is massive with high, sweeping ceilings and loads of space. You could fit our Sydney apartment into this one three times over! The decor is exquisite and in keeping with chateau living. The living space is located downstairs and consists of a very generous sized and well-equipped kitchen and a large dining table, as well as a separate formal sitting room. Upstairs you will find the stylish bathroom, a separate toilet, laundry, a TV area and two generous bedrooms with comfortable beds. The views from upstairs over the village and surrounding vineyards are very picturesque. Outside, there is a good-sized courtyard for enjoying cheese and wine and the sun, as well as an area for playing pétanque. It is located in a charming but small village in Dordogne, very close to the Bordeaux region - wine country!!! What’s not to love??!! You will need a car to get to the nearest town and to give yourself more options for eating, including access to a supermarket, and to get out and about to explore the surrounding towns and wineries. There is so much history and beautiful places to discover. In our limited time there we attempted to visit a couple of local wineries, visited nearby Saint Emilion and ventured further a field to a brocante in Beaumont du Perigord, the fortified town of Monpazier, and the impressive Chateau Losse and Gardens.
Thanks for a fabulous stay. We hope to visit again one day!
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