La Chaumiere | 4-Bedroom Villa in Nadaillac de Rouge Payrac

A 16th-century former vicarage transformed into a sophisticated holiday retreat, La Chaumiere occupies its own private grounds in Nadaillac de Rouge, a village that time has largely forgotten. The location—adjacent to a 14th-century church, surrounded by woodland, overlooking the Dordogne’s gentle landscape—positions you at the heart of France’s most architecturally precious corner. This luxury villa rental in Nadaillac de Rouge accommodates seven guests across four bedrooms and four bathrooms, offering the kind of space where families and friend groups actually separate rather than collide.

Inside La Chaumiere

La Chaumiere sleeps 7 guests across 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. Climbing the stone staircase from the driveway, you enter through the main ground floor, where exposed stone walls and heavy timber beams immediately declare this building’s medieval ancestry. The living-dining area combines period authenticity with contemporary comfort: a substantial fireplace anchors one end, while a large dining table seats the full party comfortably. This room breathes rather than crowds.

The kitchen occupies purposeful ground-floor space with professional-grade appliances—dishwasher, microwave, full-sized refrigerator with freezer compartment—that contradict the rustic aesthetic without compromising it. This is the kind of kitchen where dinner preparation becomes a shared activity rather than a chore delegated to one cook. The ground floor also contains one double bedroom with television and an ensuite bathroom, providing convenient accommodation for guests who prefer not to climb stairs.

The first floor unfolds with three additional bedrooms, each with ensuite shower rooms. Two twin bedrooms feature the property’s signature architectural detail: sloping timber-beamed ceilings that rise dramatically beneath the roof line, creating rooms that feel both spacious and cave-like in the best sense. The fourth bedroom contains a single bed, useful for younger guests or staff accompanying families. Every bedroom features air-conditioning, essential during the warmer months when Dordogne temperatures climb.

Throughout La Chaumiere, amenities signal a property designed for digital-age guests: Wi-Fi connectivity reaches all corners, television and DVD systems occupy the living spaces, and a discreet safe secures valuables. A central heating system ensures comfort during shoulder seasons. The overall effect is historical without feeling austere—comfort without sacrificing character.

Outdoor Spaces and Living

The gardens surrounding La Chaumiere represent decades of cultivation and care. Rose bushes in various stages of bloom line pathways, while terracotta pots overflowing with geraniums create pools of color against the manicured lawns. These gardens receive direct attention during your stay when the maid service option is selected—a detail that transforms outdoor space from a backdrop into an active part of daily living.

The heated swimming pool measures 5 by 10 meters, positioned to capture southern exposure and offering year-round temperature regulation. Lounging here in late May or early September—when the water holds warmth and the air hasn’t yet turned crisp—ranks among those small luxuries that justify villa rentals. The pool house provides changing facilities and shade, while the adjacent barbecue area makes outdoor entertaining straightforward.

A shaded terrace overlooks both gardens and pool, positioned for al-fresco dining during the region’s long summer evenings. The landscape beyond—rolling countryside, distant villages, the occasional church spire—creates the kind of vista that requires effort to leave each morning for sightseeing.

Location: Nadaillac de Rouge and the Surrounding Area

Nadaillac de Rouge itself comprises fewer than 500 residents spread across scattered stone houses and working farms. The village hotel-restaurant opens seasonally (typically summer months), offering convenient dinner options when villa cooking feels optional. A bakery supplies fresh bread each morning, and a butcher maintains a small shop—the essential infrastructure of French village life. St. Julien de Lampon, 10 kilometers south, expands amenities considerably: a proper weekly market, several restaurants, cafes, and supermarket shopping that handles provisioning for the week ahead.

Cross the Dordogne river toward Souillac (also 10km away, requiring river crossing) and you encounter markedly larger infrastructure: major supermarkets, restaurants with ambitious menus, and a Friday-morning market renowned throughout the region. The Abbey Sainte-Marie dominates Souillac’s skyline and interior—a Romanesque structure worth an hour’s exploration regardless of religious inclination.

Gourdon (16km south) occupies a hilltop with the kind of architectural unity that emerges when a medieval town remains largely unchanged for 600 years. Honey-colored stone houses arrange themselves along narrow streets that follow the contours of the hill, creating views that shift with each corner turned. Rocamadour (32km), the region’s most photographed location, clings to cliff faces above a gorge where the Alzou river runs far below. The sanctuary—a pilgrimage site since the 12th century—occupies caves and cliff-side chapels that demonstrate human ambition on an almost incomprehensible scale.

Sarlat-la-Canéda (26km north) functions as the region’s cultural and commercial heart. The medieval core—a UNESCO World Heritage site—comprises narrow streets radiating from cathedral squares, Renaissance mansions with intricate facades, and restaurants specializing in regional cuisine: foie gras, duck confit, truffle-based dishes that justify the prices charged. The Saturday morning market stretches across multiple squares, with vendors selling produce, regional products, prepared foods, and flowers. This isn’t a tourist market—it’s the weekly supply run for locals, conducted with the kind of intensity that makes shopping feel like sport.

Lesser-known villages within 30km offer equally compelling reasons for exploration. Domme (25km) rises dramatically above the Dordogne, its ramparts and bastide layout intact after 750 years. The underground caves—explored by torchlight during winter months—contain stalactites and the archaeological record of human habitation stretching back thousands of years. La Roque Gageac (30km), positioned on the river’s edge beneath towering cliffs, appears almost animated—golden stone houses reflected in the water below, poplars silhouetted against limestone faces.

Castelnaud-la-Chapelle (35km) occupies a hill across the Dordogne from other castles visible in the distance—a reminder that feudal lords built defensive positions at regular intervals throughout medieval Aquitaine. The château itself, substantially preserved and furnished, offers insight into medieval military architecture and daily aristocratic life.

For garden enthusiasts, Eyrignac (24km) maintains topiary gardens of international reputation. Monday evenings during summer months, the gardens transform into outdoor entertainment venues—picnics beneath shaped hedges, occasionally accompanied by dance performances. Les Jardins de Marqueyssac (33km) creates a different experience: a hillside garden descending toward the Dordogne, with Thursday evening candlelit exploration possible during summer months.

Activity options expand considerably when considering the broader region. The Dordogne river accommodates canoe rental from multiple operators—a full-day paddle moving gently downstream, taking in villages and wildlife that reveal themselves from water level rather than road perspective. Mountain biking trails crisscross the landscape, ranging from gentle riverside routes to challenging forest circuits. Golf courses operate at multiple locations within 30km. Fishing—both river and pond—attracts serious anglers, with permits available through local tourism offices.

Wine tasting has emerged as a significant activity, with cave cooperatives throughout the region offering tastings of Cahors wines (full-bodied reds from the Lot department) and Bergerac wines (lighter, more versatile selections from the Dordogne). Most require advance notice but welcome small groups and accommodate food pairings.

When considering accommodation in this region, explore our villas in Lot for additional options, browse our luxury villas in Nadaillac de Rouge, and review our full collection in France. For comprehensive destination planning, read our Dordogne travel guide, which covers seasonal considerations, restaurant recommendations, and lesser-known attractions worth discovering.

Who This Villa Suits Best

La Chaumiere works exceptionally well for multi-generational families where separate bedrooms matter more than additional common spaces. The configuration allows teenagers to occupy one twin bedroom, parents another, grandparents the ground-floor double, with a fifth guest in the single room—everyone maintains privacy yet remains within shouting distance for communal meals.

Groups of four couples find the villa’s symmetry appealing: four bedrooms, four bathrooms means no queue negotiations. The shared dining and living spaces encourage evening conversation and shared cooking projects without feeling cramped when the group disperses to quieter corners.

Families with young children appreciate the heated pool (eliminating temperature objections to swimming), the extensive gardens (providing safe play space), and the village setting (minimal traffic, maximum tranquility). Proximity to numerous family attractions—prehistoric caves, climbing parks near Sarlat, riverside beaches and swimming spots—provides activity variety without requiring lengthy drives.

Couples seeking extended stays benefit from the property’s cultural proximity. Sarlat’s restaurant scene, Rocamadour’s architectural drama, and the various garden estates create sufficient activity variety for two weeks without repetition. The village location ensures quiet mornings and relaxed afternoons when sightseeing fatigue sets in.

Practical Information

La Chaumiere accommodates seven guests maximum across 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. Nearest commercial airport: Bergerac-Périgord (approximately 65 kilometers east, roughly 75 minutes by car via the D660 and N21 highways). Limoges-Bellegarde airport (approximately 95 kilometers north, roughly 110 minutes by car) offers more flight options for international travelers. Paris-Orly (approximately 520 kilometers north, roughly 6 hours by car or accessible via train to Sarlat) provides the highest connectivity for North American and long-haul international guests.

The nearest supermarket (Carrefour or Leclerc equivalent) operates in Souillac, 10 kilometers away. Fresh provisions—baked goods, produce, meats—are available daily in Nadaillac de Rouge’s village shops. The St. Julien de Lampon market (10km, operated weekly) supplies seasonal produce and regional specialties.

Included in rental rates: Wi-Fi throughout the property, linen and towel service with weekly changes, pool heating (essential for shoulder-season comfort), central heating for cooler months, and standard utilities. Maid service (daily or twice-weekly) is available at supplementary cost. Catering can be arranged through local restaurants and private chefs. Yoga instruction is available by appointment. Pet accommodation requires advance notice and arrangement.

Check-in typically begins at 4 PM, with check-out at 10 AM, though flexible timing can accommodate specific travel schedules when arranged in advance.

Frequently Asked Questions about La Chaumiere

How many guests does La Chaumiere sleep?

La Chaumiere accommodates seven guests maximum. The configuration comprises one double bedroom (ground floor), two twin bedrooms (first floor), and one single bedroom (first floor), each with ensuite bathroom. This bedroom arrangement allows various configurations: families with children, multi-generational groups, or friend groups. No sofa beds or fold-out alternatives are used, so the listed capacity reflects actual permanent sleeping arrangements.

What is the nearest airport to La Chaumiere in Nadaillac de Rouge?

Bergerac-Périgord Airport, approximately 65 kilometers from La Chaumiere, offers the shortest transfer time (roughly 75 minutes by car). Limoges-Bellegarde Airport, 95 kilometers away (approximately 110 minutes by car), provides expanded flight options, particularly for European connections. Paris-Orly, 520 kilometers away, is typically used only for North American arrivals given the substantial driving time, though rail connections to Sarlat provide an alternative for travelers comfortable with train travel.

What is the best time of year to rent La Chaumiere?

May through early October represents the peak season, with reliable warm weather, outdoor pool temperature comfort, and garden maturity. Late May avoids spring rain patterns and Easter-holiday crowds. September offers warm water temperatures, reduced daily crowds at major attractions, and the beginning of autumn harvest activities (vendanges). July and August bring the highest temperatures and largest tourist volumes—beautiful but busier. April and October provide shoulder-season benefits: mild temperatures, fewer crowds, and lower rates, though pool heating becomes more essential. Winter (November-March) sees minimal rain but cooler daytime temperatures and brief daylight hours—suitable for couples seeking tranquility but challenging for families prioritizing outdoor activity.

Is La Chaumiere suitable for families with children?

Yes, the property accommodates families well. The heated pool eliminates temperature objections to swimming, with adequate lounging space for supervising adults. Extensive manicured gardens provide safe play space away from roads. Bedrooms distribute across two floors, allowing parents to position themselves strategically relative to children. The village location ensures minimal traffic and peaceful nights. Proximity to family-friendly activities—prehistoric caves at Domme and near Lascaux, adventure parks near Sarlat, riverside beaches and swimming spots throughout the Dordogne—provides activity variety. The maid service option (available at supplementary cost) proves invaluable for families managing multiple children, handling laundry and tidying tasks that otherwise consume vacation time. However, La Chaumiere does not provide children’s entertainment infrastructure (high chairs, cots, play equipment), so families with very young children should confirm these items through direct inquiry.

What is included in the rental price at La Chaumiere?

Standard rental rates include: Wi-Fi internet throughout the property, linen (sheets, pillowcases) refreshed weekly, towel service (bath, hand, beach towels) changed weekly, pool heating (essential for maintaining comfortable temperatures April through October), central heating (for cooler months), all utilities (water, electricity, heating fuel), and basic housekeeping (change of linens and towel service). Catering services, private chef arrangements, maid service (daily or twice-weekly), yoga instruction, and golf arrangements are available at supplementary costs and should be confirmed during booking.

What restaurants and shops are near La Chaumiere?

Nadaillac de Rouge village maintains a bakery (daily), butcher shop (daily except Monday), and a seasonal hotel-restaurant (typically open summer months). St. Julien de Lampon (10km) offers multiple restaurants, cafes, a weekly market, and supermarket shopping. Souillac (10km, across the Dordogne river) provides larger supermarket chains, expanded restaurant options, and a Friday-morning market renowned regionally. Sarlat-la-Canéda (26km) hosts the region’s most ambitious restaurants, many specializing in regional cuisine (foie gras, duck confit, truffle-based dishes), a UNESCO-protected medieval core conducive to exploration, and the famous Saturday morning market. For casual dining, La Roque Gageac (30km) and Domme (25km) contain village restaurants overlooking river vistas. Wine-country dining exists throughout the Lot and Dordogne departments, with establishments ranging from Michelin-starred restaurants in Sarlat to modest family-run operations in smaller villages.