Blanchet — Luxury Villa with AC, Heated Pool & Countryside Views near Bordeaux & Bergerac
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- Stunning countryside views
- Private heated 10m x 5m pool
- Air-conditioned bedrooms
- Games barn
- Feature outdoor bath
- Private tranquil setting
- Walk to vineyard
- High-speed fibre broadband
Blanchet is a beautifully restored 4-bedroom luxury villa with panoramic valley views, a private heated 10m x 5m swimming pool, air-conditioned bedrooms, a feature outdoor bath and acres of private grounds near Monsegur and Duras in southwest France.
Set in a peaceful rural position in the Dropt Valley, Blanchet is approximately 6km from Monsegur and 8km from Duras, with restaurants, cafés, shops and weekly markets within a short drive.
The small village of Dieulivol is approximately 1.7km away via a country lane, with La Grange café-bar serving drinks and light snacks. Fresh bread is available daily from the post office approximately 2km away, close to the ancient church with wonderful valley views and a grotto to discover.
The nearest vineyard is approximately 1.2km away and offers wine tasting, while a tree adventure and climbing park with a snack café is around 2km from the property.
High-speed fibre broadband is available throughout the house, usually exceeding 200 Mbps.
The entire property and all facilities are for your exclusive use during your stay.
Why guests love Blanchet
- Panoramic countryside and valley views
- Private heated 10m x 5m swimming pool
- All 4 bedrooms air-conditioned with dedicated bathrooms
- Feature outdoor bath overlooking the countryside
- Games barn with table tennis, darts and table football
- Acres of private grounds with orchards, meadows and woodland
Bedrooms and bathrooms
All 4 bedrooms are air-conditioned and have a room fan and hairdryer.
Each bedroom has its own dedicated walk-in shower and WC, with 2 bathrooms also featuring a bath. There is a further 5th shower room and WC on the ground floor.
Ground-floor bedroom
Bedroom 1: Spacious double bedroom with a 140cm x 190cm bed and air conditioning. Located at the end of the house, this room offers additional privacy away from the other bedrooms.
The en-suite has a walk-in shower, washbasin and WC.
There is also a separate shower room and WC on the ground floor opposite the TV snug.
Upper-floor bedrooms
Bedroom 2: Master suite accessed via its own staircase, with a 160cm x 200cm bed, air conditioning and garden views.
The luxurious en-suite has a roll-top bath overlooking the garden, separate walk-in shower, twin washbasins and separate WC.
Bedroom 2 connects to Bedrooms 3 and 4 through an interconnecting door. Bedrooms 3 and 4 also have their own staircase.
Bedroom 3: Twin bedroom with 2 single beds (90cm x 190cm) and air conditioning.
A dedicated bathroom opposite has a walk-in shower, bath, washbasin, WC and garden views.
Bedroom 4: Air-conditioned mezzanine suite above the sitting room, with sliding wooden doors providing privacy.
The 180cm x 200cm bed can be separated into 2 single beds if required. The suite has an en-suite shower and WC.
Baby facilities
1 cot measuring 60cm x 120cm, 1 high chair and stair gates are available on request.
Kitchen and dining
The L-shaped country-style kitchen/diner has exposed stone walls and dual-aspect countryside views.
The kitchen includes a Lacanche Classic Range with double ovens and induction hob, American-style fridge/freezer, Nespresso coffee machine, kettle and toaster.
A large dining table with benches and bistro-style chairs completes the space, with doors opening onto 2 terraces.
A separate laundry room has a combined washer/dryer, butler’s sink and microwave.
Feature outdoor bath and terraces
Several doors from the dining area open onto terrace areas with tables and chairs, allowing guests to enjoy sun or shade at different times of the day.
A Weber gas BBQ is provided for outdoor cooking.
A dining table for 6, outdoor sofa and armchair create a partially shaded place to relax.
The third terrace features a freestanding outdoor bath overlooking the countryside, an ideal place to enjoy the panoramic views and sunsets.
Living spaces
There are 2 separate living rooms.
The main sitting room has a full-height ceiling, large picture windows and a feature fireplace with wood-burning stove.
The snug has comfortable sofas, a TV and PlayStation.
Office
A dedicated office area has a desk, Herman Miller chair and monitor for connecting your own laptop. Please bring your own DP DisplayPort cable.
High-speed fibre Wi-Fi is usually above 200 Mbps and is distributed throughout the house using Orbi Wi-Fi extenders.
A Bose Bluetooth speaker is also provided.
Cleaning, towels and linen
Bed linen, bath towels and pool towels are provided.
A complimentary additional supply of bed linen and bath towels is included for stays of 2 weeks or more.
Private heated swimming pool
The private heated swimming pool measures 10m x 5m and has an alarm and in-pool steps.
The pool depth ranges from approximately 1m to 1.8m.
The semi-circular entry steps measure approximately 3m x 1.3m at their widest points, with water depths of approximately 20cm, 45cm and 70cm.
The pool terrace has 2 parasols, with mature trees nearby providing additional natural shade.
Please see the Price tab for full details of pool opening and heating arrangements.
Games barn
One of the original barns has been converted into a games area with seating, table tennis, dartboard, table football and a small kitchen area.
Boules are also available to play on the driveway.
Grounds
The extensive private grounds include orchards, meadows, woodland and acres of space for relaxing, exploring and playing games.
Private catering, gastronomic experiences and wine tours
Tailor-made experiences can be arranged at the house, including private catering and vineyard experiences. English and French are spoken. Visit Loving Aquitaine for further information.
What to do in the area and beyond
There are many historic towns, villages and châteaux to explore nearby. Local towns and villages host weekly markets, summer night markets and festivals throughout the year.
Further information about local activities, places to visit and events can be found in the Local Area tab.
Travel
Airports
- Bergerac 48km
- Bordeaux 87km
- Toulouse 208km
Train
- Bordeaux station (TGV) 67km
- Sainte-Foy-la-Grande 25km (Bordeaux–Bergerac line)
- Bergerac 49km
Car
- Calais 572 miles
- Le Havre 460 miles
Use of a car is essential. See our Car Hire & Travel Guide for further information.
| Dates | Price for 7 nights from | ||||||||||
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| 8 persons | |||||||||||
| 29 Aug 2026 - 04 Sep 2026 | £2,651.00 | ||||||||||
| 05 Sep 2026 - 11 Sep 2026 | £2,512.00 | ||||||||||
| 12 Sep 2026 - 18 Sep 2026 | £2,397.00 | ||||||||||
| 19 Sep 2026 - 25 Sep 2026 | £2,074.00 | ||||||||||
| 26 Sep 2026 - 16 Oct 2026 | £1,628.00 | ||||||||||
| 17 Oct 2026 - 30 Oct 2026 | £1,749.00 | ||||||||||
| 20 Mar 2027 - 09 Apr 2027 | £1,900.00 | ||||||||||
| 10 Apr 2027 - 30 Apr 2027 | £1,770.00 | ||||||||||
| 01 May 2027 - 21 May 2027 | £2,215.00 | ||||||||||
| 22 May 2027 - 28 May 2027 | £3,015.00 | ||||||||||
| 29 May 2027 - 04 Jun 2027 | £2,275.00 | ||||||||||
| 05 Jun 2027 - 11 Jun 2027 | £2,600.00 | ||||||||||
| 12 Jun 2027 - 18 Jun 2027 | £2,600.00 | ||||||||||
| 19 Jun 2027 - 25 Jun 2027 | £2,785.00 | ||||||||||
| 26 Jun 2027 - 02 Jul 2027 | £3,210.00 | ||||||||||
| 03 Jul 2027 - 09 Jul 2027 | £3,695.00 | ||||||||||
| 10 Jul 2027 - 16 Jul 2027 | £4,700.00 | ||||||||||
| 17 Jul 2027 - 23 Jul 2027 | £5,209.00 | ||||||||||
| 24 Jul 2027 - 30 Jul 2027 | £5,452.00 | ||||||||||
| 31 Jul 2027 - 13 Aug 2027 | £6,060.00 | ||||||||||
| 14 Aug 2027 - 20 Aug 2027 | £5,210.00 | ||||||||||
| 21 Aug 2027 - 27 Aug 2027 | £3,510.00 | ||||||||||
| 28 Aug 2027 - 03 Sep 2027 | £2,785.00 | ||||||||||
| 04 Sep 2027 - 10 Sep 2027 | £2,640.00 | ||||||||||
| 11 Sep 2027 - 17 Sep 2027 | £2,515.00 | ||||||||||
| 18 Sep 2027 - 24 Sep 2027 | £2,175.00 | ||||||||||
| 25 Sep 2027 - 15 Oct 2027 | £1,710.00 | ||||||||||
| 16 Oct 2027 - 29 Oct 2027 | £1,835.00 | ||||||||||
Reservation Information
Changeover Day
Saturday.
No booking fee.
A 25% deposit secures a reservation, with the balance payable 8 weeks before rental commencement.
A £500 security bond is pre-authorised against a credit card 7–10 days before arrival and released after departure, subject to a satisfactory inspection.
Our full booking terms and conditions can be viewed here.
Included in the Price
Bed linen, bath towels and pool towels.
A complimentary additional supply of bed linen and bath towels is provided for stays of 2 weeks or more.
End-of-stay cleaning is included, provided the house is left in reasonable condition on departure.
Air conditioning.
Central heating during the cooler months.
Pool heating.
Additional Charges
Tourism Tax (Taxe de Séjour) is payable by adults aged 18 and over. The amount is calculated according to the nightly rental cost and added to the balance. Please contact us to confirm the amount payable.
Additional cleaning is available for an extra charge, payable directly to the housekeeper.
Pool Information
The pool is open and heated for all dates.
Please note that specific water temperatures cannot be guaranteed, as pool heating is influenced by weather conditions and other factors.
Please note
Arrival: strictly from 5pm. Departure: by 10am.
Charging electric vehicles from the property’s electricity supply is not permitted.
Blanchet is approximately 1.7km from the small village of Dieulivol, reached via a country lane. La Grange café-bar serves drinks and light snacks and, by special request, can prepare a BBQ meal. Ice cream and local wine are also available.
Fresh bread is available daily from the post office approximately 2km away, and from the café-bar on Sundays by request.
Dieulivol also has an ancient church with wonderful views across the valley and a grotto to discover.
There are many vineyards in the surrounding countryside. The nearest vineyard, visible from the house, is approximately 1.2km away, around a 15-minute walk.
The zip wire adventure and climbing park is approximately 2km away and also has a playground and snack bar.
Des Chênes Toi Aventure is suitable for the whole family.
Blanchet is situated near the historic towns of Monsegur, approximately 6km away, and Duras, approximately 8km away.
Bordeaux city centre is approximately 70km west, Bergerac 47km east and Saint-Émilion 40km north.
Blanchet is an excellent base for exploring South West France, with easy access to the Gironde, Dordogne and Lot-et-Garonne, as well as Bordeaux, Bergerac and Saint-Émilion.
For more ideas on places to visit, local markets and activities, as well as practical information on cycling, car hire and driving in France, private catering and wine experiences, see our South West France Travel & Area Guide.
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★ ★ ★ ★ ★
4 couples stayed at the villa for one week. It exceeded our expectations.
We had no issue finding it or getting in. Finding some wine, cheese & bread was a welcome treat considering the long drive we had from Paris. Each couple had their own bedroom & washroom for privacy. Everyone said the beds were comfortable & tastefully decorated. The kitchen is very modern & equipped with everything we needed for meal prep. The property was well manicured with amazing views of the countryside. The pool was clean with lots of seating around it. The men even had a friendly pingpong & foozball tournament in the garage. On a personal note, one of our rentals broke down a km from the villa. With no one able to speak French, our host came over in the morning before work & made calls on our behalf to try & get the rental issues resolved.
We all felt she went above & beyond.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Fantastic villa in a gorgeous location.
Heated pool was divine and the surrounding medieval villages were wonderful. The houses had everything you could possibly need.
Would love to return next year.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Relaxing in a beautiful area.
Total relax from the day to day routine. Great property in an amazing setting. Very well equipped property with plenty of places to sit back and relax with stunning views. Great pool.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
We had a wonderful week at Blanchet – it’s idyllic, and just what we needed for a laid-back, relaxing holiday, with great weather. The house is beautiful and we really enjoyed the indoor and outdoor space. The swimming pool is stunning, and the kids spent most of their time there, just having fun and splashing around. Trips out to local day and night markets were good fun, and a good handful of local restaurants in nearby Monsegur and Duras. Highly recommended, and thank you to Tracy and Fiona for a special holiday.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Great house in a great region.
The house is lovely, spacious, and situated in a great location with great views. The house is well appointed, and the beds were good. Three of the bedrooms are located on the first floor.
There is a great terrace that wraps around most of the house, and that was where we spend most of the time. The kitchen worked really well and had all the essentials you need for cooking, which we did on most nights.
We walked to Monsegur one day, which I think is the closest village with bars and restaurants (I could be wrong). It is a bit of a hike, so you very definitely need a car.
The house has a nice big garden and a swimming pool, which we managed to use a couple of times. I would definitely rent the place again if opportunity arose.
Cheers
Martin
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Thank you, Martin we are so glad you had such a nice time at the property, just to add for next time, there is a cafe 1.7km walk via country lanes in the village of Dieulivol.
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Blanchet est une propriété magnifique ! À privilégier pour se retrouver au calme ; nous avons passé un excellent séjour; À bientôt Tracy !
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Blanchet is a magnificent property! To be preferred to find yourself in peace; We had a great time.