Title: Countryside Retreat Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Countryside Retreat Holiday home in Jumilhac-le-Grand with kitchen and fireplace ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83250000/83244000/83243944/4d094828.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83250000/83244000/83243944/de47b738.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83250000/83244000/83243944/9c789969.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83250000/83244000/83243944/53a044dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83250000/83244000/83243944/4a1f948b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in the French countryside, this charming gite offers a serene escape. With a private entrance and shared parking, you can unwind in the fully enclosed garden with your pets or children. Nearby lakes, beaches, and historic towns await exploration. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedroomsSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Fireplace - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Countryside Retreat A charming gite in the french countryside. Quiet, relaxing and calm. Small and beautiful, this gite offers a change of pace. The house and garden are child and pet friendly, with a fully enclosed and fenced garden, so you and your children and pets can relax. The gite has a private entrance from the owners accommodation, and parking on a shared drive.The small hamlet of houses is quiet and mostly farm land. Nearby there are easy to access lakes, beaches, towns, and chateau's, not to mention all the wonderful bread, pastry, and cheese shops! Nearby towns include the historic town of Jumilhac-le-grand, La Coquille, Thiviers, Hautefort, and Exideuil. ## Property amenities ### 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 - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Up to 10 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (limited availability) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a hospital - Near a zoo ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18800000/18797400/18797399/1a31c60f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cottage in the heart of the Périgord-Limousin Regional Nature Park Dournazac - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 9.2 Wonderful 15 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=18797399&PinnedHotelID=18797399&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33310000/33307600/33307523/b587c4e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Jumilhac le grand- House of character with garden Jumilhac-Le-Grand - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 45 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=33307523&PinnedHotelID=33307523&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18790000/18787000/18786926/cf8ad4f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Peaceful Haven in Regional National Park with Private Lake Dournazac - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 158 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=18786926&PinnedHotelID=18786926&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71730000/71728600/71728515/3d5f52e8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Discovering the Périgord, Haute-Vienne and Corrèze regions Ladignac-le-Long - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Parking available - Barbecue grill 9.4 Exceptional 12 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=71728515&PinnedHotelID=71728515&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34920000/34914900/34914886/ec8b792f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### La Petite Maison is a two bedroomed two bathroom gite in peaceful surroundings. 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Rilhac-Lastours - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 3 reviews £64 includes taxes & fees 5 Oct - 6 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-05&endDate=2025-10-06&selected=117063338&PinnedHotelID=117063338&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Access methods Private entrance ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total (up to 10 kg per pet) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property 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 ### 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 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C45.54255%2C1.06540&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=P5tkiGkwdJ7cx_-cVlqGVnsP_y8=) Jumilhac-le-Grand, Dordogne #### What's nearby - Regional Natural Park Périgord Limousin - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles - Jumillac Castle - 9 min drive - 5.1 miles - Étang de la Barde - 19 min drive - 6.5 miles - Nantheuil Pond - 33 min drive - 17.9 miles - Château de Montbrun - 34 min drive - 17.2 miles #### Getting around - La Coquille Station - 17 min drive - Limoges (LIG-Limoges Intl.) - 56 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Le Samourai - ‬15 min drive - ‪Saveurs et valeurs - ‬14 min drive - ‪Friterie Firbeix - ‬16 min drive - ‪Samie - ‬13 min drive - ‪La Provencale - ‬10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Countryside Retreat pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet. ### What time is check-in at Countryside Retreat? > Check-in begins at 3:30 PM. ### What time is check-out at Countryside Retreat? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Countryside Retreat located? > Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is steps from Regional Natural Park Périgord Limousin and within 6 mi (10 km) of Jumillac Castle and Étang de la Barde. Espace Hermeline and Château de Chalus-Chabrol are also within 12 miles (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Countryside Retreat Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 9.2 Location 10 - Excellent 8 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### john b. 20 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The Den Absolutely fantastic. A hidden gem not far from Jumilhac, everything was so clean and tidy, stars at night were amazing. Wonderful friendly host.. I would definitely recommend this perfect place and I would go there again. ##### john b. Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Christèle D. 6 Aug 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent accueil et calme Nous avons passé un excellent sejour dans une petite maison au calme avec notre chien qui a pu gambader à loisirs, la cour étant complètement fermée . Nous remercions Holly pour son accueil chaleureux et sa réactivité à nos demandes. ##### Christèle D. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Catherine R. 17 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Vacances reposantes C’est en pleine campagne, petit et cosy. On entend parfois l’âne du voisin, mais avec le lac de Saint Hilaire, la fête médiévale du château du Lastour, le parc Bellevue de Limoges et la grotte de Villars, les enfants se sont bien amusés. On a même pu regarder les Esperides depuis les supers transats du jardin. Très bon séjour ! Merci aux hôtes. ##### Catherine R. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Denyse K. 8 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely stay in the Dordogne What a warm welcome we got from Holly. By arriving there were some things for us in the fridge including a very needeincluding ##### Denyse K. Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ronnie M. 13 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cadre très agréable et accueil parfait Nous avons passé un excellent séjour dans un cadre agréable. Le gîte est très fonctionnel et joliment décoré. Petit bémol pas de réseau ni de wifi à l'intérieur. Gite situé à 8 km de Jumihlac. Glen et Holly sont d'une grande gentillesse et disponibilité. Merci pour le panier d'accueil. Je recommande. ##### Ronnie M. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nathalie D. 3 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Petit lieu de paradis Nous avons passé un super séjour dans ce petit coin de paradis. Maison très agréable avec jardin clôturé idéal pour notre chien. Un super accueil, avec de quoi dîner à notre arrivée (oeufs, fromage, beurre, pains frais , vin, bière ) . Très bonne literie avec lit fait à notre arrivée. Linge de maison fourni ( serviette de bain, torchons) Je recommande vivement l'endroit, beaucoup de jolies petits villages à visiter. (Château de Jumilhac très belle endroit) . Plan d'eau de Nantheuil..pour la partie baignade. Merci Holly et Glenn ##### Nathalie D. Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### sandrine g. 6 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Trés chouette séjour dans ce gîte à Jumilhac Nous avons été trés chaleureusement accueillis par Holly et son mari. Ils sont en plus généreux. A notre arrivée, Des roses blanches décoraient la cuisine et le salon. Et nous avons eu la surprise, en ouvrant le frigo, de trouver des boissons et quelques petites choses à manger ...trés appréciable... Le gîte et son jardin sont des lieux agréables, où nous avons passé de trés bons moments. Toutes les conditions réunies pour passer de bonnes vacances! ##### sandrine g. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Liesbet C. 10 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Splendid Beautiful gite, well equipped, beautifully and tastefully decorated, very quiet area and great hosts, who were very discreet but immediately available if needed ##### Liesbet C. Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Amélie B. 8 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Agréable séjour Acceuil très sympathique, les propriétaires sont aux petits soins. Le gîte est très agréable, on s'y sent bien, c'est chaleureux. Un petit bémol sur le ménage qui pourrait être plus approfondi (poussière et toile d'araignée) ##### Amélie B. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### adeline b., Charente maritime 29 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### petit coin très agréable Nous avons passé 6 jours dans cette charmante petite maison avec un jardin entièrement clôturé pour notre chien ! Les propriétaires vivant juste à côté, nous avons reçu un accueil très chaleureux avec des des petites attentions qui nous ont ravi (frigo rempli de fromage, lait, mousseux, mais aussi du pain des œufs). Un petit coin vraiment charmant et ressourçant!!! ##### adeline b. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### thibault h. 13 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Super endroit !! Super accueil des propriétaires qui habitent la maison d’à côté. La maison est petite mais confortable et il y a tout ce qu’il faut. Au calme dans une belle région!! ##### thibault h. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022