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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 480 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Saint Jean de Cole, Dordogne
  • Place, La Grotte de Villars
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Nantheuil Pond
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Brantôme Abbey
    ‪25 min drive‬

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About the area

Saint-Jean-de-Côle

Located in Saint-Jean-de-Côle, this vacation home is in a rural location, within a 15-minute drive of Regional Natural Park Périgord Limousin and The House of Foie Gras. .This vacation home is 6 mi (9.6 km) from Château de Puyguilhem and 6.5 mi (10.4 km) from Boschaud Abbey.
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What's nearby

  • The House of Foie Gras - 12 min drive - 10.4 km
  • La Grotte de Villars - 14 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Château de Laxion - 19 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Nantheuil Pond - 20 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Brantôme Abbey - 25 min drive - 23.4 km

Getting around

  • Thiviers Station - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hôtel De France - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪L'Entrée des Artistes - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Les Glaces de Vaunac - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Casa De Vó - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Le Croquant - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Peaceful location a short walk To One Of Frances Most Beautiful Villages

Situated on a quiet lane, The Old Barn has 4000m² of mature gardens with views of surrounding countryside. From here you can enjoy a walk to the picturesque medieval village of Saint Jean de Cole – one of France’s Plus Beaux Villages, with its restaurants, shops, Chateau, historic church and Tourist information office.
Opening the French doors takes you to another world. Fresh air and birdsong, flowers and trees wafting in the breeze – take in the view over the gardens from the patio, relax and sip a glass of wine in the shade of the parasol, light up a barbecue and dine “en plein air”.
When it’s time for bed, upstairs there are two large bedrooms to welcome you to slumber - a double bedroom with shower room and views over the garden plus a twin bedroom with bathroom next door which has a shower over the bath.
The light and spacious ground floor open plan area provides the lounge, dining and kitchen areas with modern appliances and comfortable furnishing sitting alongside typical French décor and ornaments . The dressers are stocked with all the equipment and utensils you may need. There is private gated parking. Inside, the thick stone walls keep the cottage cool in those hot summer months.
Oak beams, exposed stone walls and chestnut wood floors are featured in the bedrooms which have antique wardrobes and dressing tables. The Barn has a new flat screen TV with UK free-view and French channels and Wi-Fi. It has its own entrance and outside seating area to the rear.
Our house and The Old Barn are separated by a section of the original Barn and outside, a hedge and garden gate, allowing privacy from the other section of the property. Each has its own access to the lower garden.
Wandering around the garden, you may want to pick some fruit from the trees in the orchard or just sit on the lower garden terrace with a glass of your favourite tipple and listen to the fish jumping in the lake. Watch out for the Sammy the red squirrel, the deer, coypu and myriad of different birds that pass by the garden from time to time. Enjoy ! We will be here to welcome you and will always be close by if needed.
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 861 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Please put used towels in the bath
We will come to say goodbye and collect the key when you are ready to leave. Just let us know when you are ready.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
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
Property Registration Number 02401024-42524-0212

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation

Reviews

Peaceful location a short walk To One Of Frances Most Beautiful Villages Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

ALAN B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful seclusion

The gite is in a rural setting with a lovely stroll to the attractive nearby village. The well maintained gardens are sublime with plenty of seating to enjoy the sights and sounds of the countryside. Walks from the doorstep and plenty to see and do in the nearby area. The hosts are welcoming and very helpful. We would love to go back to stay in this beautiful gite which had everything we needed for a fabulous week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming Gite

Well furnished, roomy and comfortable. The grounds and outdoor patio are wonderful. The village was a bit quiet this time of year but we enjoyed long walks and randonees in the countryside. The owners were a lovely couple, friendly while providing privacy.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom R.

Liked: Cleanliness

An excellent holiday

An out of this world location the property and the village of Saint Jean de Cole. Our hosts were brilliant easy going lovely people the facility could not have been better. Also the property is situated in easy distance of many other beautiful and historic towns with a fantastic recreational lake close by which cost nothing ether to park of use the facility. Indeed in all the holiday in France never paid for parking at all.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kerry P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic location for seclusion and things to do

We had a lovely couple of weeks in St Jean De Cole. The property was spotlessly clean and the towels and bed sheets were changed mid stay. The house has all the required amenities, has a lovely patio area attached to the house, multiple seating areas outside and a wonderful garden leading down to the stream. The location is fantastic for both seclusion but also easy access to a wide range of activities and other sites. We crammed in a huge amount of things in the fortnight we were there and only really touched the surface of what is available to do, both locally and within an hours drive. We particularly enjoyed the huge variety of Chateau's, many within a 30 minute drive. Beautiful towns such as Perigord, Brive and Sarlat are all easily accessible, as are the caves at Lascaux. The beautiful village of St Jean de Cole is a gentle walk away and has a number of bars and restaurants. Our trip coincided with Bastille day and there was street theatre and live music in the square. John & Carolyn were both very attentive hosts without being in any way intrusive. They have brought the property up to a beautiful standard. The house was cool, even in 30+ degree heat outside. Drive parking was easy and secure. Supermarkets and shops in easy reach.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful location

This is a very well renovated property in a peaceful location within easy walking distance to the town of St Jean de Cole. The hosts were really helpful with directions to find the property and a walk through of the facilities.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

neil m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay

Lovely house to stay in close to a beautiful old village. Roads ideal for cycling and there is also an old railway line now a cycle path. Several restaurants in the village centre
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jo H., London

Liked: Cleanliness

The other heavenly spot!

Just returned from a lovely holiday staying in this cottage and also the one next door! They are both wonderful. I rented both for a family holiday which worked really well. Beautifully presented and spotlessly clean. Everything that you'd need is provided as well as a thoughtful welcome pack of bread, milk, pate and cheese. John and Carolyn are very friendly and welcomed us on arrival with the keys and a tour of the cottages and lots of helpful local info. They very kindly made a dinner booking for us on the night we arrived at one of the restaurants in the village. The location is great - loads to visit and see in the local area and some nice walks. If you just want to stay put the garden is amazing - really large and a lovely spot for relaxing. I'd highly recommend this cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Catherine G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely stay in a peaceful setting.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in the Farmhouse. Communication with the owners before the trip was excellent and John and Carolynn were most helpful. The house was delightful; clean, cool, and very comfortable. We loved using all the outside space, especially sitting in the shade by the stream reading our books! Lovely peaceful, rural area of France but with some lively villages and towns within easy reach. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ian G., Northampton UK

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location

A beautiful and deceptively large property located 20 minutes walk from one of Frances prettiest villages. We divided our week visiting nearby Chateau: The impressive and imposing Jumilhac-le-Grand, the picturesque Puyguilhem at Villars where we also visited the caves. Stalagmites and stalactites and 9000 year old cave paintings. We tended to use the garden to BBQ in the evenings.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Carol C.

Liked: Cleanliness

What was there not to like!!

We have just returned from the most idyllic week at John and Carolyn’s property - L’Ancienne Ferme - close to the village of St Jean de Côle in the Périgord Region of France. The property was beautifully presented and absolutely spotless with great attention to detail for our comfort in both decor and equipment provided. John and Carolyn could not have been more friendly and helpful from personally greeting us upon our arrival and showing us the ropes to caring touches like essentials in the fridge to start us off - the Rosé was delicious and very rejuvenating! All this was complemented by the lovely well kept large garden with the secluded patio for our private use enjoying all day sunshine and the most comfortable covered lounging area in which to cool off or enjoy “un apéro after a busy day!” The village was within a 15 minute flat walk for the croissants etc and the small shop certainly provided basic day to day needs. We have been lucky enough to visit some delightful French areas in our time and just when you think it cannot get any better - there’s St Jean - which has to be up there with the very best. For us it rates as one of the most picturesque and unspoilt villages with opportunities from eating outdoors in the square to exploring all the charms it has to offer. Thank you John and Carolyn for sharing your lovely home with us - we certainly hope to return for more of the same before too long. We highly recommend L’Ancienne Ferme. Kind regards - Carol and Tony

8/10 Good

Jeremy F.

L’ancienne Ferme, Neuville, Saint Jean de Cole

We found this beautiful and characterful property to be clean, spacious and very well presented. It lacked nothing that we needed, and was comfortable to live in, with plenty of outside space to chill out in. John and Carolyn provided a very warm personal welcome and a useful welcome pack which included wine, cheese and milk. During our stay we had a couple of very minor issues which were fully dealt with within a couple of hours of informing the owners. Saint Jean de Cole is a very picturesque little village, but we particularly loved Brantome, a local town, which is a real gem of a place and has a wide range of restaurants and shops. The cottage location was a little further away from the Dordogne river itself than we had realised - we hadn't done our homework properly, but we made the journey twice and the towns (especially Sarlot) and villages (Domme, Belves, Beynec, Monpazier, etc.) are well worth the trip. Overall, we thoroughly enjoyed our holiday and will visit the Dordogne again.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Katrina R., Where do you live?

Comfortable, relaxing break

Just back from a relaxing week at L’Ancienne Ferme. We were looking for a comfortable base with a king-sized bed, and the property did not disappoint. We stayed in the farmhouse which is the owner’s home in the winter months and it was beautifully furnished and fully equipped; with a lovely bathroom and garden. St Jean de Cole is a beautiful village a short drive away and we found some good restaurants there. Worth noting though that a couple of the restaurants were beginning to close for the end of the season, towards the end of September. The owners were helpful but not intrusive. If you’re after a relaxing, quiet break in rural France we can recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Gill B.

Perfection!

This property certainly has the wow factor. Beautifully furnished and probably the cleanest gite/rentle I’ve ever been in. Carolyn and John were perfect hosts and nothing was too much trouble. The gardens are beautiful and serene, so much so we spent a vast amount of time watching wildlife and reading. My friend and I would certainly have no qualms recommending their home. Thanks to you both we are on our way home and feel we truely have had a holiday.

10/10 Excellent

Lesley J.

Quiet and relaxing

Lovely quiet and cosy barn conversation. Excellent facilities and a great outdoor area. Dinning area with shade and a lounging area reminicent of a Roman villa, great. When we arrived all we wanted was a sit down in a shaded area with a cool drink and this was perfect. A well equipped kitchen or if you prefer a village with several restaurants to choose from about 15minutes walk away. Lovely garden to walk round and plenty of wild life. To finish a comfortable lounge and English television. John and Carolyn were very helpful and keep the barn spotless Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Nicki T.

A beautiful house in an amazing, peaceful setting- fabulous!

We spent a wonderful fortnight at L'Ancienne Ferme, the house is beautiful and has everything you could possibly need. We were fortunate to have great weather so spent all of our time outside. The garden and the outdoor space are amazing, we loved the dining area with wonderful views over the huge garden and the lake, we ate every meal outdoors! The boys loved the lizards and all the wildlife, as well as all the space for football! The covered seating area is fantastic for an evening glass of wine or a bit of shade during the day. We found lots to do in the area and would definitely recommend the lake beach nearby, as well as Brantome and Bourdeilles. We would absolutely recommend this house, John and Carolyn were really helpful and we were so sorry to have to leave!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

annette p.

This must be what heaven feels like!

I cannot say enough about our stay here. First of all, John & Carolyn are the most delightful people! They met us at the property and walked us through everything. We stayed in the Farmhouse and of course, it was even more charming than the pictures show (if that is possible). The property has a HUGE garden out back that is so well taken care of. There are shaded areas and sunny areas to choose from. I had my eye on the hammock but ended up loving the sectional under the covered patio. It was so lovely to wake up in the morning and sit outside with nothing but the sounds of the occasional bird and Mr. Hoot Owl. So peaceful and relaxing which is exactly what I was going for! The house is beautifully decorated and has a real relaxing vibe. The beds were very comfortable; I slept better than I had in a long time. You couldn't want for anything! John & Carolyn really have thought of everything. I would selfishly love to keep this gem to myself but it truly was one of the most delightful stays I've had and must be shared. I hope I can come back in the near future. Annette P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

ellen Fegan

Beautiful house

Beautiful house, lovely owners everything was perfect.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

virginia w.

Simply superb. If there was another star I would use it.

The cottage is beautifully presented and probably one of the best equipped gites that we have ever stayed in. The garden is a picture and the outdoor area divine. I'm running out of superlatives! It is a pleasant walk into the village, where there is a small shop for the basics and numerous cafes and restaurants. The countryside has many options for walking and cycling. Don't hesitate to stay here, you won't find anything better.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

CLIVE M.

A lovely retreat

Previous reviews are spot on as we were warmly welcomed and looked after throughout our stay. The old farmhouse is spacious, well furnished, clean and comfortable and set in beautiful countryside. Which is just as well as we were un-lucky to experience an exceptionally wet 10 days so did not have the opportunity to sit outside in the garden areas as we had anticipated. St. Jean de Cole is a very pretty and friendly village with a local store that provides daily essentials. All in all this makes a quiet spot for relaxing be it outside or indoors and for exploring local walking routes.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2017

8/10 Good

Grahame W.

Beautiful, tranquil, enjoyable.

A lovely setting about one mile out of St-Jean de Cole. The old farm house has been nicely renovated in a typical traditional style but with well functioning plumbing. Beds and furniture are comfortable and in good condition. The extensive gardens provide lots of space for those with young children and there's red squirrels to watch for from the sitting room terrace. There are some wonderful eating opportunities in the village - especially La Perla and the Restaurant St Jean and the village square is a historic gem. The nearby beautiful village of Brantome is within easy reach for those with transport and, with ample free parking, was a frequent destination for our 'days out'. Owners Carolyn and John were our very friendly but unobtrusive hosts who carried out their roles admirably. Definitely worth another visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Julie Hebblewhite

A stunning property in an amazing location

The photos of the Farmhouse don't really give you a sense of the size of the property. We were 4 adults and there was so much space, inside and out. The Farmhouse is beautifully decorated and has everything you need for a great holiday. We especially liked the outdoor space with its choice of patio, covered seating, sunbeds, table and chairs in the large garden or the hammock! The booking, arrival and departure were all well managed and John and Carolyn were around for any queries or problems. St Jean de Cole really is a most beautiful place and there are lots of activities locally. We would love to go back in the slightly cooler months to take advantage of the many walks and the Voie Verte cycle path.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Beautiful Cottage in Quiet surroundings

A beautifully kept former farmhouse which is ideal for anyone wanting to get away from it all. Situated just a ten minute walk from the village where there are three restaurants and a few shops. Only a ten minute drive to Thiviers where supermarkets and more shops are found. The back garden is to die for - nice patio to eat "al fresco" with covered area to get out of the sun if needed. Loads of open lawn with a table and chairs for alternative eating. John and Carolyn are most helpful in settling you in and are available if needed. Towns like Peregreux, Bergerac and Limoges are only an hour or so away and there are some beautiful villages within a short drive. There is even an inland beach at a lake within a fifteen minute drive. If you want peace and quiet then this is ideal.

10/10 Excellent

Ms Angela Doyle

A most enjoyable experience

A peaceful location, spacious and comfortable. Interior decor striking and the exterior offers the opportunity to sit, sprawl, relax, wander and listen to bird and frog life. The village offers good restaurants a shop a pharmacy, tourist info, as well as 12th century church and chateau. Carolyn and John provide excellent information, both personally and in a crisply written 2 page document. Aost enjoyable stay.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Pam B.

Best French house we have ever stayed in

First of all we want to thank John and Carolyn for letting us stay at L'ancienne ferme. On arrival we were met by them and immediately felt at ease. They showed us round the house and from the beginning we were totally amazed at the way the house has been decorated. The style and taste is French country and every room is immaculate. The bedrooms were spacious and comfortable and the lounge had a magnificent period inglenook fireplace. Our favourite part was the covered terrace in the garden with its comfortable cushions. We spent many a day just relaxing. The garden is laid out beautifully and overlooks a lake. We loved the region and especially the pretty village of St Jean de Cole and also the nearby town of Brantome with its beautiful river winding around it. There are Chateaux to visit, caves (Grotte de Villars) river boat trips and markets to go to. All in all we had a fab time and would definitely return to L'ancienne ferme.

10/10 Excellent

Rachel W.

Serene

The house is finished to a high standard, is very well equipped and very clean. It is set in a lovely tranquil garden with many walking paths nearby. There are also many wonderful towns and historic sights nearby to visit. John and Carolyn are truly amazing hosts who went out of their way to make our stay as special as possible. We highly recommend this property to anyone who wants to find a very comfortable, peaceful corner of the Dordogne.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2016