TESTIMONIALS

Since 2010 we have returned three times to this fabulous location and have stayed at all three of the properties at Dezie Manor. It has been great to see how Grant and Kiki have developed the properties over the years and they have done a wonderful job. It is impossible to choose between the three properties as they all offer the same luxurious standards throughout and beautiful surrounding countryside. Each property has a unique character, and we have wonderful memories of all of them. Highlights for our family of 5 are: the cleanliness of the swimming pools; the peaceful countryside views; the shaded poolside areas with beds to lounge on; the brilliant brick BBQ areas; table tennis and gym equipment; the excellent bathrooms & showers, TVs and kitchen areas; comfortable beds and good quality towels and bedding. Although there are three properties on this site you are completely unaware of other holidaying families as they have all been designed with absolute privacy in mind. Nothing is too much trouble for Grant and Kiki and any minor things we have needed have been dealt with swiftly. The friendliest and most professionally run place we have stayed at. If you have very young children, then the Orangerie has large lawn areas which are perfect for them to run around safely while you BBQ. Our children were very little when we started coming here and are now teenagers and there is something for all ages. We enjoyed walks and runs in the local area, straight from the front door and Vergt is a lovely town, just 10 mins drive away with a great Friday market and everything you need.

Since 2010 we have returned three times to this fabulous location and have stayed at all three of the properties at Dezie Manor. It has been great to see how Grant and Kiki have developed the properties over the years and they have done a wonderful job. It is impossible to choose between the three properties as they all offer the same luxurious standards throughout and beautiful surrounding countryside. Each property has a unique character, and we have wonderful memories of all of them. Highlights for our family of 5 are: the cleanliness of the swimming pools; the peaceful countryside views; the shaded poolside areas with beds to lounge on; the brilliant brick BBQ areas; table tennis and gym equipment; the excellent bathrooms & showers, TVs and kitchen areas; comfortable beds and good quality towels and bedding. Although there are three properties on this site you are completely unaware of other holidaying families as they have all been designed with absolute privacy in mind. Nothing is too much trouble for Grant and Kiki and any minor things we have needed have been dealt with swiftly. The friendliest and most professionally run place we have stayed at. If you have very young children, then the Orangerie has large lawn areas which are perfect for them to run around safely while you BBQ. Our children were very little when we started coming here and are now teenagers and there is something for all ages. We enjoyed walks and runs in the local area, straight from the front door and Vergt is a lovely town, just 10 mins drive away with a great Friday market and everything you need.

Since 2010 we have returned three times to this fabulous location and have stayed at all three of the properties at Dezie Manor. It has been great to see how Grant and Kiki have developed the properties over the years and they have done a wonderful job. It is impossible to choose between the three properties as they all offer the same luxurious standards throughout and beautiful surrounding countryside. Each property has a unique character, and we have wonderful memories of all of them. Highlights for our family of 5 are: the cleanliness of the swimming pools; the peaceful countryside views; the shaded poolside areas with beds to lounge on; the brilliant brick BBQ areas; table tennis and gym equipment; the excellent bathrooms & showers, TVs and kitchen areas; comfortable beds and good quality towels and bedding. Although there are three properties on this site you are completely unaware of other holidaying families as they have all been designed with absolute privacy in mind. Nothing is too much trouble for Grant and Kiki and any minor things we have needed have been dealt with swiftly. The friendliest and most professionally run place we have stayed at. If you have very young children, then the Orangerie has large lawn areas which are perfect for them to run around safely while you BBQ. Our children were very little when we started coming here and are now teenagers and there is something for all ages. We enjoyed walks and runs in the local area, straight from the front door and Vergt is a lovely town, just 10 mins drive away with a great Friday market and everything you need.

Just returned from a wonderful holiday at Dezie Manor. Our family stayed in The Grange a three bed, three bathroom property with lots of space. Well equipped with books, games and pool inflatables. The pool is exceptionally clean and well maintained by Grant the owner every morning. The place is in the country so the only noise is the birds and bees and at night stars! Grant acts as a concierge and will book restaurants and activities if you do wish. So relaxing we have booked for next year.

Without a doubt the best house we have stayed in.. ever! We booked it on a bit of a whim but it was such an incredibly relaxing and resourceful break. The house is so peaceful and has everything you need to relax but also entertain a full family (ours range from 4 to 50!) Grant has made this house so comfortable and easy to live in but it also retains such charm. Small details make a difference and the pool and outside area are superb. The owner living next door makes SUCH a difference. He was on hand for anything we needed (although we only had questions about recommendations). He also brought a pony up for my daughter.. twice! Area also amazing, canoeing, horse riding and restaurant recommendations were spot on. Chateau de Baynac also worth a trip. We will definitely be back!

Grant was the perfect host. Provided things quickly when asked and left us alone when not needed.The air con in the house was a blessing during the 2 week heat wave. Pool was an amazing temperature with the cosy shade of the pool house when the sun got too hot. Covered eating area with BBQ was used all the time(especially during the odd nightly heat storm). As mentioned on their website items provided have changed over the years and the gym is now a play room, but Grant dropped off a bench and free weights to use, which was perfect. Grant has plans over the winter to improve the site even more, which is even more reasons to book. Vergt town has a great bakery just opposite a really friendly Vets (who were great for our 2 dogs for the ‘pet passport’ requirements). The Intermarche has all you need (11 mins away) but the bigger Intermarche at Bugue will make up the rest. Sarlat Le Canada is about 40 mins away and has a must visit market on Saturday (leave by 8.30 to get reliable parking and a less busy market experience). Les Eyzies with its historic area and access to canoeing is also easily accessible (approx 30-40 mins). If you forget anything the Intermarche also has an Amazon locker so you just need to sign up to the French site. All in all a relaxing, enjoyable holiday for the family and dogs. Will look to book again next year.

Une location très bien pensée avec tous les équipements, cuisine super équipée, lits confortables et piscine magnifique ! Grant est un hôte charmant qui se met en 4 pour vous satisfaire. Le terrain est de belle taille, entièrement clos ( merci Grant !) pour la sécurité de notre chien, bienvenu dans la location, la piscine chauffée est de belle taille et les extérieurs invitent au repos et à la rêverie. Nous avons passé de merveilleux moments dans un calme absolu et reposant, à tel point que nous avons "oublié " de visiter les environs. Nous sommes donc forcés de revenir !

The cottage is beautiful, good balance between being well decorated with lovely vintage items and yet comfortable. The kitchen was very well equipped too with pans big enough to cater for the 7 of us. The terrace being under cover meant we ate outside every day, even tho weather was changeable. Special mention for the ping pong table which was a very popular addition! We found the location was excellent as the local town, Vergt, was bigger than expected with 3 boulangeries and a decent size supermarket and it was also reasonable distances (about 40 mins) to visit Sarlat, Domme, La Roque etc. Grant was very attentive when we had queries and nothing was too much trouble. Only down side to the holiday was we had only booked 7 days!! We'll be back.......

We have just returned from a weeks stay at the Grange with our Labrador. The standard of this accommodation is outstanding in terms of décor, cleanliness and facilities. The location of the property is idyllic and peaceful with superb views. Shops and villages are a very short drive away. My partner is a chef by profession so we eat in rather than out so we are unable to comment on local restaurants. Grant was very accommodating and helpful throughout our stay. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will not hesitate to recommend the Dezie Manor to friends and family. Thank you Grant.

We (4 adults, 2 children, 2 dogs) have just spent a week in this Villa and absolutely loved it. The villa is spacious and very well equipped with the most beautiful, huge gardens surrounding it. The owners are very helpful and friendly and very kindly allowed our daughters to ride their ponies free of charge several times. The location feels very secluded but is actually a very short drive to supermarkets, restaurant etc in nearby villages. We went to the local restaurant in Cendrieux and were very warmly welcomed (including the dogs!) and the food and service were excellent. The villa overlooks the owners' horse paddocks and myself and the children throughly enjoyed watching the horses play whilst we relaxed around the pool. The location is truly relaxing with some lovely country walks right on the doorstep. We would definitely recommend and plan to visit again.

We booked The Dezie cottage for two weeks with my husband, 3 year old son and mother and father. We had an early flight and Grant let us drop off our suitcases way before the check-in time, so we could go and explore the area. When we arrived we were just amazed how beautiful and perfect this place was. We have been all over the world, and stayed in many a 5* accommodation, plenty of which fell short of our expectations. The Cottage at Dezie exceeded our expectations. First, let me offer some advice, on completion of the booking, Grant supplies the GPS co-ordinates, you will need them, I'm not sure that you could find Dezie without them, but that is just the first win! The place is perfectly secluded, in fact from the North the lane is unmade, so the route from the South (Vergt-Salon) is preferable, about a mile up the lane is a sign for The Cottage, you turn in to a gravel drive to the property and your holiday begins for real. The Cottage itself has three bedrooms (two upstairs and a separate en-suite downstairs) and there is a separate converted barn with a fourth stunning en-suite bedroom. The details could describe this better, there was more accommodation than we thought and we were able to sleep completely away from the parents. Outside is just what you need for a stay in the warm climates of Southern France in June/July. The pool temperature is lovely (c.30degrees) and there is plenty of space to sunbathe during the day and relax with a glass of Bergerac blanc in the evening. The covered area provides plenty of shade for those wishing to/required to avoid the sun, this was vital in the second week of our stay as it was often in the thirties. The hot-tub wasn't working, but really wasn't necessary for us either. There is plenty to do in the area, though a car is essential, just take in the relaxing atmosphere and do as much (or as little) as you want! The service provided was first class, Grant was responsive when we had minor issues and I would have no hesitation in recommending Dezie (though privately I hope it remains our secret!)

We have just enjoyed two wonderful weeks at The Cottage at Dezie Manor. What a wonderful place. I can highly recommend a visit to this clean and well thought out cottage. We stayed with our adult children. There was plenty of room for 7 of us in the 4 double bedrooms. Two rooms are downstairs with lovely ensuite shower rooms, one separate from the house offering extra privacy. The two rooms upstairs share a beautiful shower room with a separate toilet. Upstairs was warm- we had a 40 degree heatwave but air conditioning units are provided to keep things cooler. All the rooms are clean, comfortable and beautifully furnished. Outside, there is a beautiful pool which was heated to the perfect temperature. Comfortable sunbeds are provided, and you can also sit out of the sun under the spacious covered seating and dining area. There is a table tennis table and table football to entertain you, and the garden is spacious and full of lovely scented plants. Grant was on hand to advise on things to do locally, and we were greeted with fresh bread, local pâté and wine, which was a lovely touch. We visited Lascaux caves, enjoyed some wine tasting and spent a day canoeing at Limeuil. The local area has plenty to do and Grant was able to recommend some very nice restaurants, though you must book in the local ones. Dezie Manor is a very private and peaceful place to stay. We would love to return.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ We stayed at the Grange summer 2017; for us a first time visit to France. We were looking for something quiet but also somewhere that had a lot of things going on reasonably close to where we were. A pool was a must and exclusivity in the sense of not having anyone else overlooking or bothering us top priority. We booked the Grange mainly because of the large pool. Grant has made an excellent impression with his website so the choice for us was pretty easy. Not only a pool but also modern comforts were important as was the location. The Grange is quite a spectacular building and the location is extraordinary. If your looking for nightlife, bars and a wild time, move on, this location is not for you, but as the website clearly shows if your looking for a relaxed holiday with the modern amenities as well as peace and quiet this is the place. The pool is heated and at the Grange a decent size to be able to swim in rather than just splash about. The Grange itself is equipped with a great kitchen and all the rooms adjoin each other in this rather impressive L shaped building. We spent a great deal of time exploring the local area. Our youngest daughter is horse mad so having 2 ponies onsite in the surrounding fields to fuss about was fantastic for her. Grant & Kiki really helped us finding stables close by where she could go riding so this was a dream holiday for her in that respect! Our eldest was looking more to explore the markets. Typical French each local town had one so we could go daily! Food and drink is superb in the area with many excellent restaurants at good prices within 1/2 hour's drive. The wine growing areas of St Emillion & Bordeaux are an hours drive and local Bergerac wineries are about 20 mins. A car is a must to get around but you have everything you need in the local town of Vergt. For us we enjoyed the peace and quiet in the evenings, enjoying a glass of wine by the poolside. Next year unfortunately the Grange is booked so we will be staying at the Cottage instead. 2019 will see us back at the Grange.

Magnifique maison de standing, spacieuse, au calme, qui offre un confort maximum, des aménagements de très bon goût et très bien pensés. Des propriétaires très très sympathiques, avenants et soucieux du confort des locataires. Idéale pour des vacances en famille et au calme : à réserver sans hésiter !!

We stayed in the Orangerie in June 2018.The whole building has been finished to a high standard and will comfortably cater for 8 people in four bedrooms.The area is beautiful and very peaceful and the grounds are extensive and are ideal for children to play in.We stayed 2 weeks and Grant was extremely helpful and was always available if you had any problems.The Orangerie is very well equipped and the kitchen contained all the utensils you will need.Bedrooms and bathrooms are finished to a high standard and the swimming pool was well used as the weather was good during our stay. A car is essential as there are a number of attractions within a 20 minute drive and also some very good restaurants.Although there are 2 other properties on the site they are all very private.All our group thoroughly enjoyed our holiday and would recommend any of the properties for families. My main tip would be to follow the directions carefully as the sat nav does not always pick up the property or the road.Once you have found it you will have a great time.

Quelle bonheur d'avoir pu profiter de ce cadre et de cet accueil dans une région magnifique ! Merci à Grant de nous avoir fait partager ce magnifique cottage restauré avec gout et authenticité, que toute notre famille a adopté sans hésitation. Rien ne manque et tout est prévu pour un séjour exceptionnel ! Endroit magique à découvrir et à redécouvrir les yeux fermés !!! Merci encore pour ses souvenirs gravés à jamais !

We stayed in the Orangerie in June 2017 and then returned to stay in the Grange in April 2018. The houses were both well-appointed and very comfortable. The surrounding countryside is nice and quiet, with a small town (with butcher / baker / super market) 5 minutes by car and the larger city / town of Bergerac and perigueux ~30 minutes drive away. We had wonderful holidays on both occasions. Grant could not have been more helpful: he was always contactable if we had any questions and was always happy to help. We have 2 small children who were 5 and 3 on our second visit and both houses gave them plenty to keep them amused: large grounds, some animals (horses / chickens / friendly dog), a private swimming pool and kids’ games. I would also recommend them for older kids as both houses had table tennis and table football available. For activities in the area to keep everyone entertained, we’d really recommend: Chateau de Castelnaud, the gardens of marqueyssac; Sarlat on market day, Bergerac and the Aquarium du Perigord Noir. All of these were great for both children and adults. We would love to return again!!

Dear Grant and Kiki, ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ You are right - all good things come to and end! We just have to resign ourselves for our return to a damp, grey and cold UK and that’s just our summer. Thank you so much for making our special family holiday so perfect. I don’t think we’ve ever stayed anywhere before where the owners were so engaging and so much fun! Loved your sense of humour and the fact that nothing was too much trouble (even all the issues with the internet/wifi). We look forward to seeing you again. With our very best wishes, Anne and Bruce

We stayed at The Grange late in August 2017. We had chosen to take a late flight to Bordeaux. Grant kindly met us at the neighbouring village. We were very tired from the journey and it was very late in the day when we arrived, so it was much appreciated when Grant met us and then took us to the property. The property and it's position is stunning. We have rented many properties through Owners Direct overs the last 10 years.The Grange was definitely one of the very best - if not, the best. All the facilities were great and thoroughly considered, to ensure that visitors were never left thinking "if only we had this or that". The Grange has it all. There was a fabulous pool, living accommodation and outside space with daybeds that were a major favourite - as we spent most of the days just reading, playing and swimming. Other favourites were the table tennis and vintage, french table football - brilliant and great fun! The whole place matched the photos - so you won't be disappointed. But for us, it was the total tranquility that The Grange offered. We have never had this before at any of the beautiful rentals that we have taken previously. The view out over the pool, the cottage-like garden surrounding the pool and the seating area around the pool were second to none. A great place to stay and just unwind. Thanks Grant.

On arrival it was definitely a “wow” factor - and the question -”is this all ours for the week”. Fabulous stay in July in the Cottage. Family holiday with six adults and two children (age ranging from 62 down to 4 months). Fantastic time had by all. We were fortunate with the weather and with the exception of first morning did not use the spacious dining room or lounge as the outside covered area was brilliant for all meals and the entire day. This provided shade for those that needed it either with the sunbeds or the two large American day beds. Could not keep our two year old grandson out of the pool which commenced within 15 minutes of arrival! It is beautifully secluded but close to quaint village for supplies. Felt like you were a million miles away from anywhere especially when absorbing the spectacular sunsets that we were fortunate enough to see. Thank you Grant for the pony ride for Cian on his last night and thank you also for your hospitality always contactable by email and attempting to get us booked into restaurants etc as well as providing other local information. Younger members of the group undertook a kayaking trip whilst all ages battled it out at Garden Karting nearby (go karting for the very competitive members of the group!) Will have no hesitation in returning or recommending this wonderful place to others. The Rooneys from Reading

What a wonderful place!! ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ I am writing this review on the last day of our stay and I am very hesitant about doing so…..This place is so great that we want to keep it to ourselves! Immediately upon arriving (finding it was a breeze through the GPS coordinates supplied) we had a ‘wow! impression’. The place is totally secluded amidst a beautiful garden. Grant and his wife Kiki have done a magnificent job in renovating this old building. The villa is extremely comfortable with spacious rooms and best of all a large covered terrace overlooking the gardens. But at the same time it also offers the charm of its ancient history. The surrounding area is just beautiful. The Dordogne area gets a lot of visitors but being in and around Cendrieux this is almost hard to believe. Yet there are many sights and activities in the region. Though we mostly stuck to exploring some excellent restaurants….. Our children loved the pool and played table football for hours every day. Our youngest enjoyed the pony rides together with Kiki. To sum it up, we loved everything about La Vieille Dezie! But maybe the best was the superb hospitality offered by Grant and Kiki. They really went out of their way to make our stay a memorable one. And memorable it was. We will definitely return!

Absolutely wonderful! Just returned from 2 weeks in the Grange, we totally loved it. Peaceful retreat in the middle of nowhere, run by lovely, helpful people (& of course Dougie the dog) who you cannot recommend highly enough. Although the weather was varied, few days of beautiful sunshine and likewise few days of rain the environment led itself to complete relaxation. Everything you could want in a self catering stay was available - fully stacked kitchen complete with dishwasher & ice dispensing fridge - 3 double bedrooms with great en suites - wifi - uk tv - table tennis - fussball table - heated pool which was always inviting - bbq's - covered outside area for the shade seekers (me!!!). Local town is 5 mins away with plenty of boulangeries to get those required croissants in the morning, a spar & two bigger supermarkets within easy driving distance. We found Bergerac & Perigueux to be nice places to visit & Grant was kind enough to place us a reservation at Chez Julien...beautiful food & wine Will def return, maybe the cottage next time :-) 5*