If you are looking for authentic French villas or cottages in Aquitaine, choosing holiday rentals in this region of France can offer the perfect base to explore the areas traditional towns and villages, not to mention the inspiring and iconic countryside. This quintessentially French corner of the region offers a history and culture that is entirely unique and with adventures in the forests and valleys along the Dordogne River, everyday of your break can be filled with inspiration and excitement. For an ideal French vacation, browse the range of Aquitaine accommodation today!
The range of quaint towns and villages offer plenty of options when it comes to Dordogne accommodation, but with so many historical landmarks to be discovered, you are sure to be never far away from a must-see attraction. Dordogne has over 5,000 castles dotted across the countryside and considered the most well-known is the awe-inspiring Château de Beynac, an immaculately maintained medieval structure overlooking the town of Beynac-et-Cazenac and the Dordogne River. Elsewhere, the Château de Castelnaud-la-Chapelle and its surrounding streets have become immensely popular with holidaymakers looking to immerse themselves in medieval surroundings. Dordogne’s history goes right back to Neolithic times and there are also plenty of Roman and Pagan landmarks to discover.
But out in the untamed landscape you will discover a completely different side to the region. The river offers plenty of opportunities for water sports, such as canoeing and fishing, while the surrounding valleys can provide a great escape into the wilderness, with mountain bike and walking trails winding through the hills and thick woodland. Whether it’s exploring the wild countryside or discovering a breathtaking chateau in Dordogne, holiday villas and apartments will be able to cater to any group size, and for a real rural retreat, the idyllic scenery will also prove to be the perfect location for renting a gite or cottage in Aquitaine. These charming rural sanctuaries are just one of the reasons why those looking to rent holiday accommodation in Aquitaine choose Dordogne. Bed and breakfasts, villas, apartments, holiday cottages and gites in Dordogne are sure to appeal to any visitor, offering all of the modern comforts you would expect.