Title: La Jolie cottage, a lovely retreat for a couple with heated pool Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 # La Jolie cottage, a lovely retreat for a couple with heated pool Holiday home in Saint-Germain-des-Pres with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for La Jolie cottage, a lovely retreat for a couple with heated pool ![Outdoor dining - La Jolie cottage, a lovely retreat for a couple with heated pool (St Germain des Pres)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55020000/55016000/55015963/284579a4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - La Jolie cottage, a lovely retreat for a couple with heated pool (St Germain des Pres)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55020000/55016000/55015963/90-70b81d1f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, offices - La Jolie cottage, a lovely retreat for a couple with heated pool (St Germain des Pres)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55020000/55016000/55015963/edf181b1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool, a heated pool - La Jolie cottage, a lovely retreat for a couple with heated pool (St Germain des Pres)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55020000/55016000/55015963/30a9efcf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - La Jolie cottage, a lovely retreat for a couple with heated pool (St Germain des Pres)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55020000/55016000/55015963/6df5fa49.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in the heart of Perigord, this charming stone cottage offers a warm retreat for two. Enjoy a cozy fireplace with wood burning stove and central heating, relax by the private swimming pool or explore circular walks right from your doorstep. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Parking available ## 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. ### La Jolie cottage, a lovely retreat for a couple with heated pool A wisteria laden stone original Perigourdian cottage with open plan lounge & kitchen diner. One double bedroom (Harrison hand made mattress) and a bright shower room. Large fireplace with wood burning stove (logs supplied) & Central heating. A Perfect retreat for 2\. The lovely, roomed gardens enjoy a 10 x 5m swimming pool in a private setting, which is only shared with the owners. Great for walking straight from the house, circular walks abound. Explore the area, the nearest town 5km Excideuil. Bakery 3km - with delivery twice a week (weds and Saturday am) in St Germain des Pres. Stunning Perigueux is only 35 minutes drive. Thiviers 15 mins. Beautiful St Jean de Cole 25mins. Lots of local markets, and places of interest if you feel like exploring, or simply relax by the pool in beautiful surroundings. You are assured of a great welcome. Be confident that additional cleaning practices are adhered to due to corona virus. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Heated pool - Outdoor pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Dryer - Laundry facilities ### Work spaces - Office ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Bicycles - Golf - Heated pool - Kayak - Tennis - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Swimming 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Bicycles - Garden - Property does not allow children ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16550000/16548000/16547973/w2048h1512x0y24-5753ee9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hilltop Cottage with Pool St. Medard D'excideuil - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 9.0 Wonderful 22 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-22&endDate=2026-01-23&selected=16547973&PinnedHotelID=16547973&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74420000/74416400/74416360/f7f68e53.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cultural Treasure in Dordogne with furries St. Medard D'excideuil - 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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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and 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 ### 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 ### Property is also known as La Jolie Cottage a Lovely Retreat for a Couple With Pool La Jolie Cottage a Lovely Retreat for a Couple With Heated Pool ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=45.3563,1.022947&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:%7DozsGmxfE%3FU%3FU%3FU%3FU%40U%40W%40U%40U%40UBU%40U%40UBUBSBUBUBUBSDUDSBUDSDUDSFSDSDSFSFSFSFQFSFQFQHSFQHQHQHOHQHOHQHOJOHOJOHOJMJOJMJMJMLMJKJMLKJKLKJKLKLILKLILILGLINILGLGLGNGLENELGNELCNENCLENCNCLANCNANANALAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%40N%40N%40N%40NBL%40NBNBLDNBNDLBNDNFLDLDNFLFLFLFNHLHLFLHLJLHLHLJJJLJJJLJJLJJLLJLJLJNJLJLHNJNJNHNHNHPHNHPHNHPHPFPHRFPFPFRFPFRFRFRDRDRFRDRDTDRBTDRDTBRBTBTBTBRBT%40TBT%40T%40T%40T%40T%40V%40T%3FT%3FT%3FT%3FT%3FT%3FV%3FT%3FTATATATATATATCTATCTCTCTCTCRCTETERCTERERERGTERERGRGPGRGRGPGRGPIPGPIPIPIPINIPINIPINKNKLINKNKLKLKLKLMLKLKJMLKJMJKJMHMJMHMHMHMHMHOFMFMHMDOFMFMDODODMDODOBMBOBOBMBO%40OBO%40O%3FM%40O%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAMAO%3FOAOCOAMCOCOCMCOCOEMEOEMEOEMGOGMEMIMGOGMIMIMIMIMIMKMIKKMKKKMMKKKMMMKMKMKMKMKOIMKOIOKOIQIOIOIQIQIQIQGQIQGQGSGQGSGSGQGSESESGSEUESESCUESEUCUCSCUCUCUCUAUAUCUAUAUAUAUAU%3FU%3FU%3FW%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=RO_XdYAzOhUp1v0FZ3IqmEXyw9M=) St Germain des Pres, Nouvelle-Aquitaine #### What's nearby - Nanthiat Castle \- 13 min drive \- 6.0 miles - Château de Laxion \- 15 min drive \- 8.0 miles - Nantheuil Pond \- 17 min drive \- 9.6 miles - The House of Foie Gras \- 18 min drive \- 10.2 miles - Regional Natural Park Périgord Limousin \- 21 min drive \- 13.3 miles #### Getting around - Thiviers Station - 24 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Le corgnacois - ‬14 min drive - ‪Terras La Petite Tour Essendiéras - ‬13 min drive - ‪14 Juli Feest - ‬8 min drive - ‪Bar à Bières Dussac - ‬16 min drive - ‪La Crémaillère - ‬15 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does La Jolie cottage, a lovely retreat for a couple with heated pool have a pool? ### Is La Jolie cottage, a lovely retreat for a couple with heated pool pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at La Jolie cottage, a lovely retreat for a couple with heated pool? ### What time is check-in at La Jolie cottage, a lovely retreat for a couple with heated pool? ### What time is check-out at La Jolie cottage, a lovely retreat for a couple with heated pool? ### Where is La Jolie cottage, a lovely retreat for a couple with heated pool located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## La Jolie cottage, a lovely retreat for a couple with heated pool Reviews ## Reviews ### 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) 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Damien G. 2 Sept 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Très bon séjour au calme en Dordogne. ##### Damien G. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carola D. 1 Sept 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Idyllisch huisje met zwembad in zeer rustige omgeving in het heuvellandschap v d dordogne Eigen ( hans en grietje ) huisje met prive zwembad ( gedeeld met eigenaren ) in Afgelegen heuvellandschap met complete rust in zeer mooie onderhouden tuin.ingericht Met openhaard, tv, keuken met echt v alles aanwezig. Boven slapen en badkamer ( super schoon) met heerlijk warme douche. Je kan ook gebruik maken van handdoeken voor het zwembad. Mooi schoon zwembad en heerlijke stoelen met kussens. Wat een lief ontvangst van lieve mensen. Er ontbreekt je hier aan niks. ( ja drukte als je dat wil missen ). Kregen eieren van eigen kipjes en konden groente/ fruit uit tuin Pakken. Met de fiets baar exciduell 20 min over heuvellandschap. Mooie fietstocht van brantome naar ilse ( en andere weg terug. ). Mooie omgeving. Huisje perfect afgewerkt en gezellig met buiten terrasje. Alles geweldig. ##### Carola D. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Véronique l. 1 Aug 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Un petit coin de Paradis Merci beaucoup pour l accueil, Bridget et Sean sont adorables. La maison est magnifique, décorée avec goût et de qualité très propre, au calme à la campagne. La literie est au top.RIEN ne manque!! Toutes les photos sont réalistes . Un VRAI bijou! A réserver sans réfléchir !! ##### Véronique l. 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