Beautiful Peaceful Gîte in the Dordogne with Pool and Views – Dog-Friendly & Truly Relaxing

A private, dog-friendly gîte in a small French village, offering space, comfort and a genuinely peaceful place to slow down.

Retreat au Numéro 8 is a peaceful holiday gîte in the Dordogne, ideal for couples or solo travellers looking to unwind at a gentler pace.

With a private pool, an enclosed the garden for dogs, and the reassuring calm of village life, it’s a place to relax properly – without crowds, shared spaces or constant activity.

Life here is peaceful rather than silent: birdsong, church bells, and the occasional sound of everyday rural France. Guests consistently describe it as relaxing, restorative, and exactly what they needed.

Four-legged Friends are Welcome

Facilities

  • Fully equipped kitchen/diner

  • Separate cosy lounge area

  • 3 comfortable bedrooms

  • Shower room with overhead shower, twin basins and WC

  • Magnificent views

  • Ground floor WC

  • Off road parking

  • 6.5m x 3.5m Swimming pool & sundeck (summer months)

  • Gardens

  • Dogs are welcome (note enclosure height in places of 75cm)

The Accommodation

The modern kitchen is well-equipped, including:

  • Oven & hob

  • Microwave

  • Fridge

  • Dishwasher

  • Nespresso machine, kettle & stovetop coffee maker

  • Washing machine is available

  • Extendable dining table

The seperate cosy lounge area has a large sofa, armchairs and double doors to the garden.

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The Bedrooms

All 3 bedrooms have high vaulted ceilings and views across the valley. Double and/or twin beds are available as required.

Perfect spot for a morning swim or yoga

Village of Lanquais

This beautiful medieval village is situated in the Dordogne department of South West France.

Just 20 minutes from Bergerac Airport, and 2 hours from the regional Capital of Bordeaux, the local market town of Lalinde is just a few minutes drive away.

The village is dominated by an imposing Chateau which originates from the 14th Century and boasts later additions by the designer of the Louvre museum in Paris. Other historical buildings in the village include The Presbytery, the 12th Century church of the Notre Dame de L’Assumption and an ancient gaol.

The village has the benefit of a restaurant which is open year-round, offering local French cuisine and is popular with locals and visitors alike.

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“If you want a peaceful and tranquil place to stay then this is perfect. The gîte had everything I needed, the views were amazing, and even in October I enjoyed the pool. I can’t wait to go back.”

Pat, October 2023

“We found a true haven of peace here. After a difficult time, staying at Retreat au Numero Huit did us the world of good. We loved the garden, the pool and the beautiful villages nearby – it was exactly what we needed.”

Jenny, Jordi & Family, June 2024

Dordogne and the Perigord

Gourmet food, vineyards, markets of all descriptions, ancient villages, chateaux too numerous to list, prehistoric caves, the magnificent Dordogne and Vézère valleys, a rich history…. all are here for you to discover and explore.

Transport Details

Bergerac – 20 minutes

Bordeaux – 1 hr 50 minutes

Bergerac – 30 minutes

Lalinde – 10 minutes

Bordeaux (TGV link) – 1 hr 15 minutes by train from Bergerac

 

Calais – 8 hr 30 minutes

Le Havre/Caen – 7 hr 15 minutes

St Malo – 6 hr 15 minutes

Get in Touch

If you wish to book, or you have any questions, please contact me at ali.host@retreataunumero8.com or by completing this form.