Storybook French Watermill plus Gîte with Private Pool close to tourist sites | House in Pays de Belves
5 Bedroom House in Larzac, Pays de Belves
Set within extensive gardens, this beautifully refurbished 19th-century watermill plus gite offer a rare opportunity to stay in an authentic yet luxury French vacation home, giving discerning guests a peaceful haven to relax and get together for family reunions, large group vacations and multigenerational stays, while taking advantage of all the delightful sights this beautiful region has to offer.
Rejuvenate and rediscover your senses!
The Moulin de l’Hoste estate is located in one of the most picturesque and historic regions in France, nestling serenely on the banks of the River Nauze. This charming 19th century watermill, located just south of enchanting Belvès (classified as one of “Les Plus Beaux Villages de France”), has been lovingly refurbished and offers luxurious accommodation for up to 15 guests. For larger parties, our fabulous “Petit Gite” offers further sleeping accommodation for a further 4 guests.
THE MOULIN – CHARACTER, COMFORT & RURAL ELEGANCE
The Moulin is quintessentially French, full of character with superb exposed stone walls, romantic beamed ceilings, log burner and delightful bespoke outside dining, barbeque areas. Carefully furnished with comfort in mind, spacious rooms, large sumptuous beds and deep comfortable sofas offer spaces designed for laughter, relaxation and connection. Every room has been thoughtfully furnished to create a warm, welcoming home — a place where guests instantly relax and feel at ease
THE GÎTE “PETITE SŒUR” – CUTE, PRIVATE & PERFECTLY FORMED
Our charming and pretty little gite, ‘Petite Soeur’ brims with character and supplements the grand Moulin and offers further luxurious accommodation ideal for 2 guests. There is a sofa bed in the cozy lounge which can be used for a further 2 guests. This is a very cute, small property, comprising around 30m with its own garden and barbeque area; is a rare retreat for families and friends seeking both togetherness and tranquillity.
PRIVATE POOL & GLORIOUS OUTDOORS
The 10m × 4m private pool (open May–September) is exclusively for guests and bathed in Dordogne sunshine from morning to evening. Many chill out and play areas in our generous gardens provide everything you need for a wonderful and memorable holiday.
PERFECTLY LOCATED FOR ADVENTURE
The Moulin de l’Hoste is situated on the main D710. Our perfect location allows our guests to easily explore and enjoy this wonderful region with many famous attractions and activities being just a short drive away.
Rest assured your relaxation and comfort coupled with fun and enjoyment of our lovely facilities and the surrounding area are our priorities. When not exploring guests can relax beside the pool or in lovely garden areas, play games or delight in dining under the stars in our attractive alfresco dining and BBQ facilities.
SIGHTSEEING
The Dordogne Valley is rich in hidden treasures, culture, history and gastronomic delights, there is so much to do and see. Our perfect location in the wonderful Périgord Noir allows our guests to explore and enjoy this wonderful region with many famous attractions and activities being just a short drive away.
Breathtaking sights are plentiful in this area; beautiful lush and verdant forests gently embrace the meandering Dordogne River alongside dramatic and stunningly beautiful cliffside villages like La Roque Gageac and Beynac-et-Cazenac, which attract visitors from all over the world, including Hollywood movie makers! Built on top of the cliff dominating the village, you’ll find the enchanting Chateau de Beynac where you can follow in the footsteps of Richard the Lionheart, the famous King of England, who once walked these halls, probably eyeing the Château de Castelnaud opposite (containing the French opposition to the English invaders) and contemplating his strategies!
Our area abounds with so many magnificent chateaux; pretty, picture perfect medieval bastide towns, including our own lovely Belvès as well as Monpazier, Domme, Beaumont -du-Périgord, Castelnaud-la-Chapelle, Lalinde, Villefranche-du-Périgord. Most of these charming bastides are also accredited with being among the ‘most beautiful villages in France’ – Les Plus Beaux Villages de France, we have six within half an hour of the Moulin de l’Hoste. Also worth visiting is Sarlat-la-Canéda, a beautifully restored medieval town and one of the most renowned and visited in France.
SPORTING ACTIVITIES
The Dordogne Valley is the perfect location for rock climbing, paragliding, cycling, mountain biking, canoeing and kayaking, canyoning, tennis, horse riding, golf and so much more! It’s the number one destination for ramblers, with thousands of superb walks throughout the Valley.
FOOD LOVERS' PARADISE
From the vineyards of Bergerac and its famous Monbazillac to the Domme wines, walnut wine, chestnut liquor, and pastis of Sarlat, the Périgord excels in gastronomy and ‘La Belle Vie’.
A region famous the world over for its gastronomy, the Périgord flourishes in nature’s larder, bustling markets, colourful festivals and sumptuous cuisine including: foie gras, truffles (the black diamond of the Périgord), Bergerac wines, strawberries, walnuts, mushrooms, jams, cheese, honey… Here your taste buds dance to the intoxicating variety of flavours exclusive to the Dordogne Valley.
There is so much more!
Storybook French Watermill plus Gîte with Private Pool close to tourist sites is located in Larzac. Storybook French Watermill plus Gîte with Private Pool close to tourist sites provides accommodation, featuring Guest Services, Laundry, TV, among other amenities. This House features Guest Services, Laundry, TV, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Storybook French Watermill plus Gîte with Private Pool close to tourist sites has 5 Bedrooms , 5 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 19 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Larzac has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Larzac, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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Amenities
Facility Overview
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Heating
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Towels provided
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Hair dryer
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5+ bathrooms
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Toilet paper
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Bathtub or shower
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Soap
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Shampoo
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5 bedrooms
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Bed sheets provided
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Sofa bed
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Dining table
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Living room
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Dining room
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Wood stove
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Fireplace
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Stovetop
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Coffee/tea maker
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Dishwasher
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Electric kettle
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Microwave
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Refrigerator
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Paper towels
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Oven
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Toaster
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Near laundromat
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Washing machine and dryer
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Laundry facilities
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Beach sun loungers
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Beach towels
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Onsite parking
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Pet friendly
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3 total pets
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Designated smoking areas
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Note from host: Smoking within the Moulin is prohibited
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Kayak on site
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Cycling nearby
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Hiking nearby
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Tennis on site
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Horse riding nearby
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Hiking/biking trails nearby
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Golf nearby
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Golfing on site
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Kayaking nearby
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Power boating nearby
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Pool or billiards table
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Books
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Foosball table
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Games
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Table tennis
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Smart TV with cable/satellite service
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Unit size: 3660 sq ft (340 sq m)
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English
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French
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In a village
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Near a health or beauty spa
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In a rural location
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On the river
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Desk
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Desk chair
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Playground
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Highchair
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Children's games
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Children's dinnerware
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Iron/ironing board
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Free WiFi
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Fenced yard
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Outdoor furniture
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Garden
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Barbecue grill
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Firepit
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Balcony
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Fire extinguisher
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Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
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First aid kit
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Outdoor pool
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Private pool
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Shared/communal pool
Policies
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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 60 safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
