In the heart of the Dordogne, Hotel Château les Merles is a classic estate that has been revived with modern design and a sleek, high-quality finish. Manicured grounds, delicious local cuisine, inviting swimming pool, tennis court, and a golf course can all be found on this 17th-century domain. An ideal spot for families and friends who seek tranquility in a beautiful rural setting.

The estate has five detached holiday homes with a private terrace and communal swimming pool (20x8m), one detached house with a private pool, 4 types of hotels rooms including an apartment that are sharing a swimming pool together.

Holiday Homes | 140m2 | 6-7 people

The four holiday homes have 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a well-appointed kitchen, and a stylish living room. The subdued décor with polished concrete floors, white walls, and grey wooden beams is combined with colorful paintings and modern decorations. The door in the kitchen opens directly onto a private terrace with modern chairs, table, and parasols. From the private garden, a staircase leads to the shared pool (20x8m). Villa Sept has a private pool.

Apartment | 70m2 | 2-4 people

The apartment has two bedrooms, one with king size bed (210x180cm) and one with two single beds (210x90cm) as well as two bathrooms with shower and bath. The open living room has a fully equipped kitchen, a dining table for four people, and a lounge area with two comfortable sofas. The contemporary monochrome interior is stylish and modern, with some colorful paintings. Large patio doors open onto a private terrace with chairs, sun loungers, and an umbrella. The south-facing terrace overlooks the garden and gives direct access to the hotel's swimming pool.

Food @ les Merles

Restaurant les Merles is led by chef Bas Holten and serves dishes with seasonal local ingredients. The restaurant - with open kitchen - is housed in a grand old bistro with high beamed ceilings and a huge original fireplace; elegant white furniture and candles are some elegant details that have been added to the room. The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner. The wines that are served are exclusively from the Bergerac region.

In summer, you can eat outside in the large courtyard. For all guests -including hotel guests-breakfast (buffet), lunch, and dinner are optional, and therefore not included in the price. In the holiday homes, you can, of course, cook for yourself but you are welcome to reserve a table in the restaurant. Villa 8 has its own BBQ, the other houses and the apartment can use a BBQ on request.

Outside @ les Merles:

The estate has a tennis court, 9-hole golf course, playground, large gardens, two communal swimming pools (one for hotel guests and one for guests of the detached holiday homes) plus a private swimming pool for exclusive use of one of the holiday homes. The shared pools are situated in the front yard of the property set among beautiful flowers and fragrant lavender bushes. The (unheated) swimming pools are surrounded by a sun terrace with loungers and black umbrellas and are open from the beginning of April to October/November (depending on the weather).

Extra @ les Merles:

• Driving range and putting green

• Cooking classes