A small selection or our reviews.
(Please leave any reviews or comments on the form at the bottom of this page.)
(Please leave any reviews or comments on the form at the bottom of this page.)
Reviewed Aug 17, 2019 for a stay in Aug 2019
Hi Paul and Helen just to let you know we got to Calais just after 3 had really good journey your map was brilliant just want to say thank you so much for making our stay so special missing you already.
Reviewed Jul 22, 2019 for a stay in Jul 2019
Once again, thank you for making us feel so welcome during our stay and your recommendations as to where to go. We had a lovely time and saw some amazing sights. Coupled with the time by the pool, it made for a nice, relaxing week.
Reviewed Sep 28, 2018 for a stay in Sep 2018
"Beautiful restored barn"
We had the pleasure to be staying for two weeks at the beautiful restored barn from Paul & Helen Donaghy! Peaceful and beautiful surroundings with all the facilities you need during your holiday ! Lovely hosts who do respect your privacy, but are always willing to help you an d cone up with suggestions what you could do in the Dordogne! We highly recommended this holiday spot!
Reviewed Jul 28, 2018 for a stay in JUl 2018
We all enjoyed our two weeks in the Dordogne. We will certainly come back to see more.
Thank for your warm welcome and hospitality!
Reviewed Jan 29, 2018 for a stay in Aug 2017
"Super Location - Great Hosts"
Stayed for a week as a family of four and really enjoyed the quietness. The Barn had all we were looking for with Paul and Helen thinking of everything making all the difference. We had sole use of the pool which made it the base for activity - or lack of activity. Supermarket and Bakery are not far away.
Reviewed Sep 11, 2016 for a stay in Sep 2016
"Fantastic, peaceful, restful"
Wonderful, rural location - very quiet and peaceful. Owners very welcoming, barn very comfortable, pool nice and warm. Easily gets 5 stars from us!
Reviewed Aug 30, 2016 for a stay in Aug 2016
"Lovely stay"
My husband and 9 Year old son had a lovely peaceful stay here recently. The accommodation was very comfortable and would definitely recommend to anyone wanting a quiet and rural setting though a car is essential to get about.
Reviewed Aug 2, 2015 for a stay in Jul 2015
"Excellente location en Dordogne"
Deuxième séjour chez Paul et Helen dans le Périgord Noir et deuxième excellent séjour. Location spacieuse très bien équipée avec une piscine privative. Les hôtes sont à la fois charmants et tres discrets. Ils ont également pleins de conseils pour visiter la région. la location est très bien située pour rayonner dans le Périgord Noir et particulièrement la vallee de la Dordogne et de la Vezere.
Reviewed 9 July 2015 for a stay in June 2015
“Perfect place for a relaxing family holiday”
I didn't really think we would get much of a relaxing holiday as we were travelling with a 16-month-old. I was wrong. This is the perfect place to stay if you are on holiday with young kids. The barn comes complete with a big box of toys, stairgates, high chair, cot, baby swing and other baby essentials.
Of course, with the temperature hitting 40 degrees while we were staying there, all we really cared about was the pool, which was amazing.
Paul and Helen are fantastic hosts, very helpful and friendly and really have thought of everything.
The cottage is a five minute drive from the nearest village, but that didn't bother us. It was a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.
And there are so many amazing things to visit in the area: dramatic castles, beautiful gardens, pretty towns, all within a 20-minute drive. The furthest we travelled was a journey of an hour to reach the Foret De Singes, where you could feed popcorn to monkeys!
We will remember our pleasant evenings sat at the outside table sampling the local vin rouge for a very long time!
Reviewed 27 September 2014 for a stay in September 2014
“Beautiful restored barn - Perfect location”
Just returned home after staying at Les Cordonniers for 2 weeks. This lovely renovated barn had everything you could possibly need. The property description on Trip Advisor is perfect, as is the location. The owners Paul & Helen live in the farmhouse and were available anytime if needed but at the same time were not intrusive. They are a lovely couple who went out of their way to make our holiday enjoyable & memorable. Helen even giving us some freshly baked cakes and home grown veg and Paul taking my husband on some sight-seeing cycle rides whist I relaxed by the exclusive pool. Even Bella their dog, took us on some local walks and Thomas their cat joined us every evening after smelling our BBQ. Paul, Helen Bella & Thomas - all brilliant hosts! Stunning scenery and local villages/towns with a short drive. Ideal location on the Dordogne.
Reviewed 26 June 2014 for a stay in May 2014
“Terrific place to stay!”
We have 3 children 4 and under and it was fabulous for all of us. Paul and Helen were very helpful from the very beginning and really generous and hospitable. The kids really took to them and enjoyed becoming friends. They bent over backwards for us in providing all that we needed and information on the area.
The gite is full of character and has everything you would need.....even with a young family. Loads of toys, books and a craft station!! Also stair gates, high chair, outdoor toys, swing and slide and the pool was very safe. The gite is in a tiny Hamlet surrounded by farmland and really very peaceful.
The area itself is beautiful and has lots of things to do and see within a short distance drive. Its a great area to cycle and canoe. Near by Roque-Gageac has a good one hour boat trip taking in some Chateaus and The Gardens of Marqueyssac was great for kids with play areas and a mask making station. Fabulous toy shop in Domme! We would HIGHLY recommend staying here. We would definitely go back.
Reviewed 11 June 2014 for a stay in June 2014
“A hidden gem”
We consider ourselves truly fortunate to have stumbled across Les Cordonniers during our search for a property to rent. We have no previous experience of renting a property in France and this has set the bar very high for any future rentals that follow.
The barn has been beautifully converted and the exposed beams and wooden floors are outstanding. The owners Helen and Paul have furnished the barn to a very good standard with obvious considerable thought given to ensuring that guests feel at home from home. On the ground floor is an open plan kitchen/diner and lounge with stairs to a bathroom & shower and two bedrooms (one with a double bed and the second with 3 single beds and a cot). There is an additional room on the ground floor with a washing machine and dryer – bicycles and various items of sports equipment. Immediately outside was a table and chairs where we enjoyed our meals served with several glasses of wine. We had sole use of a very nice swimming pool. Helen and Paul lived in the farmhouse nearby and were near enough should we have any queries or concerns and far enough for us to feel we had our privacy.
The barn was in a village that didn't appear on many maps however five minutes in a car and we had access to a supermarket, pharmacy, bakery and other amenities. For us the location was spot on and very tranquil giving us easy access by car to some of the other beautiful villages and towns located nearby. Helen and Paul were great hosts and their local knowledge helped us to get the most of the holiday for what we wanted to do; they said we would have a wonderful holiday and we did!
Hi Paul and Helen just to let you know we got to Calais just after 3 had really good journey your map was brilliant just want to say thank you so much for making our stay so special missing you already.
Reviewed Jul 22, 2019 for a stay in Jul 2019
Once again, thank you for making us feel so welcome during our stay and your recommendations as to where to go. We had a lovely time and saw some amazing sights. Coupled with the time by the pool, it made for a nice, relaxing week.
Reviewed Sep 28, 2018 for a stay in Sep 2018
"Beautiful restored barn"
We had the pleasure to be staying for two weeks at the beautiful restored barn from Paul & Helen Donaghy! Peaceful and beautiful surroundings with all the facilities you need during your holiday ! Lovely hosts who do respect your privacy, but are always willing to help you an d cone up with suggestions what you could do in the Dordogne! We highly recommended this holiday spot!
Reviewed Jul 28, 2018 for a stay in JUl 2018
We all enjoyed our two weeks in the Dordogne. We will certainly come back to see more.
Thank for your warm welcome and hospitality!
Reviewed Jan 29, 2018 for a stay in Aug 2017
"Super Location - Great Hosts"
Stayed for a week as a family of four and really enjoyed the quietness. The Barn had all we were looking for with Paul and Helen thinking of everything making all the difference. We had sole use of the pool which made it the base for activity - or lack of activity. Supermarket and Bakery are not far away.
Reviewed Sep 11, 2016 for a stay in Sep 2016
"Fantastic, peaceful, restful"
Wonderful, rural location - very quiet and peaceful. Owners very welcoming, barn very comfortable, pool nice and warm. Easily gets 5 stars from us!
Reviewed Aug 30, 2016 for a stay in Aug 2016
"Lovely stay"
My husband and 9 Year old son had a lovely peaceful stay here recently. The accommodation was very comfortable and would definitely recommend to anyone wanting a quiet and rural setting though a car is essential to get about.
Reviewed Aug 2, 2015 for a stay in Jul 2015
"Excellente location en Dordogne"
Deuxième séjour chez Paul et Helen dans le Périgord Noir et deuxième excellent séjour. Location spacieuse très bien équipée avec une piscine privative. Les hôtes sont à la fois charmants et tres discrets. Ils ont également pleins de conseils pour visiter la région. la location est très bien située pour rayonner dans le Périgord Noir et particulièrement la vallee de la Dordogne et de la Vezere.
Reviewed 9 July 2015 for a stay in June 2015
“Perfect place for a relaxing family holiday”
I didn't really think we would get much of a relaxing holiday as we were travelling with a 16-month-old. I was wrong. This is the perfect place to stay if you are on holiday with young kids. The barn comes complete with a big box of toys, stairgates, high chair, cot, baby swing and other baby essentials.
Of course, with the temperature hitting 40 degrees while we were staying there, all we really cared about was the pool, which was amazing.
Paul and Helen are fantastic hosts, very helpful and friendly and really have thought of everything.
The cottage is a five minute drive from the nearest village, but that didn't bother us. It was a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.
And there are so many amazing things to visit in the area: dramatic castles, beautiful gardens, pretty towns, all within a 20-minute drive. The furthest we travelled was a journey of an hour to reach the Foret De Singes, where you could feed popcorn to monkeys!
We will remember our pleasant evenings sat at the outside table sampling the local vin rouge for a very long time!
Reviewed 27 September 2014 for a stay in September 2014
“Beautiful restored barn - Perfect location”
Just returned home after staying at Les Cordonniers for 2 weeks. This lovely renovated barn had everything you could possibly need. The property description on Trip Advisor is perfect, as is the location. The owners Paul & Helen live in the farmhouse and were available anytime if needed but at the same time were not intrusive. They are a lovely couple who went out of their way to make our holiday enjoyable & memorable. Helen even giving us some freshly baked cakes and home grown veg and Paul taking my husband on some sight-seeing cycle rides whist I relaxed by the exclusive pool. Even Bella their dog, took us on some local walks and Thomas their cat joined us every evening after smelling our BBQ. Paul, Helen Bella & Thomas - all brilliant hosts! Stunning scenery and local villages/towns with a short drive. Ideal location on the Dordogne.
Reviewed 26 June 2014 for a stay in May 2014
“Terrific place to stay!”
We have 3 children 4 and under and it was fabulous for all of us. Paul and Helen were very helpful from the very beginning and really generous and hospitable. The kids really took to them and enjoyed becoming friends. They bent over backwards for us in providing all that we needed and information on the area.
The gite is full of character and has everything you would need.....even with a young family. Loads of toys, books and a craft station!! Also stair gates, high chair, outdoor toys, swing and slide and the pool was very safe. The gite is in a tiny Hamlet surrounded by farmland and really very peaceful.
The area itself is beautiful and has lots of things to do and see within a short distance drive. Its a great area to cycle and canoe. Near by Roque-Gageac has a good one hour boat trip taking in some Chateaus and The Gardens of Marqueyssac was great for kids with play areas and a mask making station. Fabulous toy shop in Domme! We would HIGHLY recommend staying here. We would definitely go back.
Reviewed 11 June 2014 for a stay in June 2014
“A hidden gem”
We consider ourselves truly fortunate to have stumbled across Les Cordonniers during our search for a property to rent. We have no previous experience of renting a property in France and this has set the bar very high for any future rentals that follow.
The barn has been beautifully converted and the exposed beams and wooden floors are outstanding. The owners Helen and Paul have furnished the barn to a very good standard with obvious considerable thought given to ensuring that guests feel at home from home. On the ground floor is an open plan kitchen/diner and lounge with stairs to a bathroom & shower and two bedrooms (one with a double bed and the second with 3 single beds and a cot). There is an additional room on the ground floor with a washing machine and dryer – bicycles and various items of sports equipment. Immediately outside was a table and chairs where we enjoyed our meals served with several glasses of wine. We had sole use of a very nice swimming pool. Helen and Paul lived in the farmhouse nearby and were near enough should we have any queries or concerns and far enough for us to feel we had our privacy.
The barn was in a village that didn't appear on many maps however five minutes in a car and we had access to a supermarket, pharmacy, bakery and other amenities. For us the location was spot on and very tranquil giving us easy access by car to some of the other beautiful villages and towns located nearby. Helen and Paul were great hosts and their local knowledge helped us to get the most of the holiday for what we wanted to do; they said we would have a wonderful holiday and we did!