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LA BALADE AU BOIS: A charming vacation rental in the Périgord Noir

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A covered patio with a pool, lounge chairs, and a dining table.
A stone building with a wooden door and a small patio area with chairs and potted plants.
A building with a stone facade, a wooden door, and a garden with pink flowers.
A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a chandelier, a desk with a lamp, and a window with a view of greenery.
A spacious living room with a high wooden ceiling, a large sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a cabinet with glassware.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Enjoy the heated pool
    A rare find in this area - swim in comfort or have a relaxing dip.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Private pool
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Nabirat, Dordogne
  • Place, Office de Tourisme de Domme
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Grottes de Cougnac
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Gardens of Marqueyssac
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Brive-la-Gaillarde (BVE-Brive - Vallee de la Dordogne)
    ‪68 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Double Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Nabirat

Nabirat is home to this cottage. Château de Fénelon and Robert Doisneau Station are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Les Jardins d'Eau and Gardens of Marqueyssac. Travelling with kids? Consider Les Jardins de Cadiot and Centre Culturel L'Ostal. Power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and rock climbing nearby.
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Nabirat, Dordogne

What's nearby

  • Office de Tourisme de Domme - 14 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Eglise de Notre Dame de l'Assoption - 15 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Grottes de Cougnac - 15 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Gardens of Marqueyssac - 21 min drive - 18.3 km
  • Château de Castelnaud - 24 min drive - 22.0 km

Getting around

  • Gourdon Station - 21 min drive
  • Brive-la-Gaillarde (BVE-Brive - Vallee de la Dordogne) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Le M - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Le Belvédère - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Les Délices de la Noix - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Auberge De La Rode - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Le Chalet - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does LA BALADE AU BOIS: A charming vacation rental in the Périgord Noir have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is LA BALADE AU BOIS: A charming vacation rental in the Périgord Noir pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at LA BALADE AU BOIS: A charming vacation rental in the Périgord Noir?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at LA BALADE AU BOIS: A charming vacation rental in the Périgord Noir?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at LA BALADE AU BOIS: A charming vacation rental in the Périgord Noir?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is LA BALADE AU BOIS: A charming vacation rental in the Périgord Noir located?

Set in Nabirat, this family-friendly cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of Les Jardins d'Eau, Vitrac Beach and Grottes de Cougnac. Maison du Piage and Château de Fénelon are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this beautiful house. The house was comfortable and very well equipped. The pool side area is fabulous, the pool itself will soon need a bit of a retile or tidy up but it was very clean and the water was a good temperature. Like other reviewers, we did not realise the owners live on site but they were very respectful of our holiday/privacy. Thank you so much Joel and Carine
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Sept 2026
Hello madam, thank you for your opinion which well reflects reality. The renovation project is planned for this year, as well as the air conditioning in the large apartment. Best regards, Carine and Joël.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay at Balade Au Bois! We loved the house and the pool. Kitchen was well stocked as was the outdoor kitchen. Owners on-site, helpful with any needs. Very lovely time in dordogne, plenty of fun activities for kids and adults. Thank you for hosting us!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2026
Merci pour votre appréciation.Nous essayons de rendre le séjour le plus agréable possible et nous espérons continuer dans ce sens.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property with a great pool
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2025
Merci pour votre appréciation
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property!High quality house with an incredible pool and pool house!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2025
Grand merci pour votre appéciation.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house great spot

Super house with all facilities you could wish for, for a big family holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Nov 2024
Tank you very much
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
The location is fabulous. The pool area and games were great and we spent most of out time at the pool when onsite. The villa is impressive but possibly a little tired although clean enough but certainly not luxurious.Joining instructions were confusing as we were not aware the owner/manager lived in the adjacent property. However a miner issue.The big issue for us was that we chose the villa as it had air conditioning. In reality only 3 of the 6/7 bedrooms had air conditioning and none of the communal rooms/areas. There were fans and home made mesh screens to slot into half of window space to allow air in at night. During the day these had to be removed and windows/shutters closed to keep out the sun!Had the air conditioning been in all bedrooms the villa would score 4/5 stars.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2026
Nous sommes désolés que votre séjour s'est très mal passé mais nous ne sommes pas responsables du climat excessivement caniculaire de cette année.Vous nous faites un mauvais procès.Sur VRBO il est bien spécifié que deux chambres sont climatisées même trois.Notre projet est de climatiser une plus grande partie des gîtes pour l'année prochaine.Notre maison est ancienne mais bien entretenue.Tout fonctionne.Votre cotation n'est pas crédible.Les photos sur VRBO correspondent tout à fait à la réalité.Nous avons toujours été disponible en cas de problème mais dela à devoir enlever les moustiquaires le matin et les remettre le soir........
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a beautiful house and pool. We utterly impressed by its exterior and interior. The owners live onsite in their own house but you wouldn’t know they were there but it was nice to know they were available.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2025
Merci pour votre commentaire,nous sommes à côté en toute discrétion et disponibles au moindre problème ou panne.Cordialement
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is excellent for a large family group. The house is very well equipped and has been renovated very tastefully. The pool is amazing and there were a lot of things to keep the grandchildren entertained such as table football and table tennis.The property is very well maintained and the hosts were kind and helpful.We thoroughly recommend a holiday in this beautiful house.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug 2025
Merci monsieur,nous essayons que nos vacanciers passent un séjour des plus agréable.La piscine est nécessaire à notre gîte et sera rénovée l'année prochaine.Cordialement
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Joel and Carine were very helpful and let us check in early, which was so appreciated after a very early start with young children. The house, grounds and pool area were outstanding and so well equipped. The whole family thoroughly enjoyed our stay and wished we had booked for longer. Thank you so much to Joel and Carine
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2025
Merci pour votre appréciation,nous sommes toujours heureux de vous accueillir.Vous êtes respectueux des lieux.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

One week break

Everything about the property was top class. Accomodation was excellent as was the pool and the gardens. It was very quiet but the river and major centres were easily reached. The outside BBQ with its own cutlery and crockery and dishwasher was excellent. We heartily recommend the property. The proprietors were kind and kept the pool etc in perfect condition.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept 2024
Merci pour votre élogieuse appréciation
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

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Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Wonderful Experience

Beautiful home done with great taste, hosts absolutely wonderful and kind all of this in one of the most beautiful regions of France…what’s not to like? I also want to give a special note of appreciation to the fact that everything about La Balade au Bois is 1st rate from the linens to the glassware to the outdoor kitchen. No short cuts here! Reserve with confidence! Thanks to the Popovic’s for a wonderful week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family holiday

A beautiful house which worked well for 12 of us (6 adults and 6 children). It is very tastefully furnished and well equipped but we did not appreciate beforehand the number of different levels and steps/stairs involved or that 1 bedroom is in a separate, but attached, building. The BBQ area, pool, table tennis and table football were much enjoyed by all and the children enjoyed playing "hide and seek" in the lovely grounds. Carine and Joel were very helpful when there was a small problem in the house and when asked for information and kindly provided toys for appropriate ages.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Holiday with Friends

Hey! I was working on the review for our first house. What do you think if this.... want to add our change anything? We are a group of friends who come to France every few years for holiday.  We had such an amazing stay here.  Joel and his wife are wonderful! They were so helpful with recommendations (all their recommendations became the highlights of our trip). We really enjoyed chatting with his wife. She is so sweet and absolutely amazing. The house and property are so beautiful and relaxing. The house is perfect. There are so many small details they have thought of that you want for nothing.  The kitchen is fully stocked with everything you would need to cook a meal. The bedrooms are all beautifully furnished and all had closets.  The beds and bedding were so comfortable. There are many options for eating areas as a group (outside and inside). The living room is fantastic with comfortable inviting furniture that is great for chatting and unwinding after a fun day of exploring. The tv can be used in both French and English. The 6th room is it's own small apartment which worked out perfectly for our group! Shopping, markets, restaurants, sites, activities are all within 30 min or less from the house. It's great that you are in the country but still close enough for everything you want to do. The Strawberry farm nextdoor had the most delicious strawberries. We can't wait to come back and stay here! It was amazing and the perfect place for our group.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nous avons passé un agréable séjour dans cette maison. C'est une belle propriété, avec du charme, en bon état et bien entretenu.Elle est bien située, près de Sarlat et d'autres lieux touristiques.La piscine et son pool house avec cuisine équipée sont superbes. Les propriétaires sont accueillants et sympathiques. En revanche, nous avons été surpris par la proximité de leur maison. Le vis-à-vis autour de la piscine réduit l’intimité. Nous aurions aimé le savoir. Il pourrait facilement être supprimé avec une haie.Dans l’ensemble, cela reste une très belle location que nous recommandons.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2026
On est heureux que votre séjour à la Balade au Bois a été agréable. On essaie de faire de notre mieux pour bien entretenir la propriété.En ce qui concerne notre habitation, nous mettons tout en place pour que notre présence soit la plus discrète possible dans le but de préserver votre intimité. C'est ce qui est parfois noté dans les appréciations des vacanciers. Notre présence les rassure et nous sommes réactifs quand il y a un problème.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay here. Everyone enjoyed the pool and outside area. The owners, Carine and Joel were very helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2026
Merci pour votre appréciation.Nous essayons de faire de notre mieux.Prochainement nous allons encore améliorer la climatisation du Châtaignier.Cordialement
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superbe gite, très bien équipé, environnement superbe. Excellent accueil, proche de nombreux sites d'exception.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept 2025
Grand merci pour votre avis,cela nous motive.Cordialement
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

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mooi
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location retenue pour un week-end prolongé en famille. Nous avons beaucoup apprécié le calme de l’environnement. Nous avons pu pleinement profiter des équipements proposés. Ayant eu la chance de bénéficier d’une méteo 'estivale’, la piscine et son très vaste auvent nous ont permis de nous retrouver à 12 pour bavarder, jouer, et prendre nos repas.Nos hôtes se sont montrés particulièrement discrets, mais très efficaces pour la réussite de notre séjour.Merci à eux.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2025
Merci pour vos commentaires qui nous motivent à nous améliorer.Nous sommes ravis que vous ayez passé un bon séjour.Cordialement
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Un séjour parfait

Parfait pour un weekend entre amis dans un cadre agréable, au calme et à proximité de beaucoup de sites remarquables.Tout correspond à la description de l'annonce.Et les propriétaires sont prévenants et attentifs au confort de leurs hôtes.Merci pour vos attentions lors de notre arrivée !
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2025
Grand merci pour votre appréciation.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Superbe maison près de Sarlat

Séjour en famille (nous étions 10) dans une superbe maison avec piscine chauffée .Tout le monde a trouvé facilement son coin où dormir et ce, sans gène pour les autres.Accueil aux petits oignons par Carine et Joel qui ont tout fait pour que ce séjour soit exceptionnel.Merci beaucoup
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Apr 2025
Merci pour votre belle appréciation,nous essayons de nous améliorer et votre commentaire nous stimule positivement.Nous sommes très heureux que vous ayez passé de très bons moments à la Balade au bois et avons apprécié votre grand respect des lieux et votre bienveillance. Cordialement Carine et Joel
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Un séjour des plus agréables malgré la meteo

Nous avons loué le gîte la Ballade au bois pour 5 jours incluant le jour de l'an. Le gîte est remarquable, très confortable et très bien équipé à tout point de vue, des prestations haut de gamme. Pour l'hiver le chauffage est tout a fait suffisant et la cheminée très appréciée; en été la piscine et tout son environnement doivent aussi être des plus agréables. L'accueil est parfait avec les cadeaux de bienvenue (bouteilles de vin de la région, gaufres excellentes). Malgré un temps peu clément mais de saison, nous avons pu visiter le site de Lascaux IV, le musée de Eyzies, les jardins de Marqueysac, Sarlat, Domme, Beynac (des lieux chargées d'histoire), en bref un séjour des pus agréables à la Ballade au bois.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jan 2025
GRAND MERCI POUR VOTRE APPRECIATION.CELA NOUS MOTIVE A AMELIORER DE PLUS EN PLUS NOTRE "BALADE AU BOIS"
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Séjour entre familles à Nabirat

Magnifique séjour dans une belle maison très bien équipée et propre. Jardin et piscine aussi beaux que les photos. Nous conseillons.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2024
MERCI ET BONNE SUITE DE VOS VACANCES
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Réunion de famille dans le perigord

Nous avons passé Une semaine dans cette location lieu magnifique!! De nombreuses visites touristiques ( Chateau de Beynac-et-Cazenac, le gouffre de Padirac , sarlat, la grotte de Lascaux , balade sur la Dordogne en gabarre ,sa gasrronomie légendaire Maison spacieuse , decoree avec goût , nous avons profité de la piscine et du coin barbecue et de l espace jardin bien adapté aux enfants
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Apr 2024
Grand merci pour votre appréciation,nous essayons toujours de faire de notre mieux pour que les vacanciers se sentent vraiment en vacances et nous continuerons à améliorer nos gîtes.Vous avez été très respectueux des lieux et nous l'apprécions fortement.Cordialement
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super séjour au calme

Maison tout confort et très bien entretenue. L’espace extérieur avec la piscine et le carport est un endroit très agréable où passer de bons moments entre amis ou en famille. Enfin la maison est située à la croisée de plusieurs sites historiques connus. Je recommande.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept 2023
UN TOUT GRAND MERCI POUR VOTRE APPRECIATION.CELA FAIT UN AN QUE NOUS GERONS CETTE PROPRIETE ET NOUS COMPTONS CONTINUER A AMELIORER LES CHOSES NOTAMMENT EN ENERGIE RENOUVELLABLE.VOUS ETES LES BIENVENUS.CORDIALEMENT
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