Title: Storybook French Watermill plus Gîte with Private Pool close to tourist sites - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Storybook French Watermill plus Gîte with Private Pool close to tourist sites Riverfront vacation home with private pool and kitchen ## Photo gallery for Storybook French Watermill plus Gîte with Private Pool close to tourist sites ![Outdoor pool - Storybook French Watermill plus Gîte with Private Pool close to tourist sites (Pays de Belves)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69720000/69713000/69712932/f56869de.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Storybook French Watermill plus Gîte with Private Pool close to tourist sites (Pays de Belves)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69720000/69713000/69712932/df66d518.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Storybook French Watermill plus Gîte with Private Pool close to tourist sites (Pays de Belves)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69720000/69713000/69712932/6a7656e5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Storybook French Watermill plus Gîte with Private Pool close to tourist sites (Pays de Belves)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69720000/69713000/69712932/940c6bd1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Storybook French Watermill plus Gîte with Private Pool close to tourist sites (Pays de Belves)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69720000/69713000/69712932/12290cd3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in the picturesque French countryside, Moulin de l’Hoste offers a peaceful retreat for up to 15 guests. Rejuvenate with family and friends by the pool or explore the lovely garden areas, play games or delight in alfresco dining under the stars. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 153660 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Kitchen - Fireplace - Pool ## 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. ### Storybook French Watermill plus Gîte with Private Pool close to tourist sites 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! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 5.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - 3 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas - Note from host: Smoking within the Moulin is prohibited ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - Near a health/beauty spa - On a river ### Things to do - Billiards/pool table - Foosball table - Golf - Kayak - Table tennis - Tennis - Cycling nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating 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 - Garden - Unit size: 3,660 square feet ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53160000/53158300/53158238/1cedef4d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Large Country House No Pool but with Acres of Woodland and Gardens Doissat - 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Please clean BBQ after use ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees 3 total pets Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation Note from host: Pets must not be left unattended in the property ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: There are 2 streams on site so caution needed ### Events Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas Smoking within the Moulin is prohibited ## 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 Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 60 Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated 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 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%7C44.74742%2C1.01065&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=pZw-uTWVhMv55PklDPHCUBPs5wk=) Pays de Belves, Dordogne #### What's nearby - Troglodytes Dwelling \- 4 min drive \- 4.2 km - Filature de Belves \- 4 min drive \- 5.2 km - Lolivarie Golf Club \- 8 min drive \- 9.7 km - Perigord en Caleche \- 10 min drive \- 11.4 km - Golf de la Forge \- 12 min drive \- 13.0 km #### Getting around - Belvès Station - 4 min drive - Bergerac (EGC-Bergerac - Perigord - Dordogne) - 55 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Soupcon - ‬5 min drive - ‪Bar Tabac Belves - ‬4 min drive - ‪Planche & Plonk - ‬4 min drive - ‪Le Chambellan - ‬11 min drive - ‪Le Calascio Pizza - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Storybook French Watermill plus Gîte with Private Pool close to tourist sites have a pool? ### Is Storybook French Watermill plus Gîte with Private Pool close to tourist sites pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Storybook French Watermill plus Gîte with Private Pool close to tourist sites? ### What time is check-out at Storybook French Watermill plus Gîte with Private Pool close to tourist sites? ### Where is Storybook French Watermill plus Gîte with Private Pool close to tourist sites located? ## Have a question? 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