Sainte-Foy-la-Grande holiday cottages, Gironde Holiday rentals - cottages & holiday homes to rent in Sainte-Foy-la-Grande
The beautiful histsoric bastide of Sainte-Foy-la-Grande sits between Bergerac and St Emilion on the river Dordogne. The area is surrounded by colourful countryside and is known as "Pays Foyen" where the Gironde, Dordogne and Lot-et-Garonne meet. One of several fortified towns in the Gironde dating back to the 12th Century, Sainte-Foy-la-Grande is relaxed, refined and full of culture and tradition.
There are abundant cafes and restaurants in the town plus an excellent market selling local produce such as truffles and foie gras, which is a real bonus if you are staying in a self catering villa or apartment. And if you enjoy wine, you will be spoilt for choice with so many vineyards offering wine tasting especially around St Emilion and Bergerac, and also a little further west of Bordeaux in Médoc and Haut Médoc.
| At a glance... | |
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| Restaurants | 20+ |
| River & lakeside beaches | ✔ |
| Watersports | ✔ |
| Vineyards | ✔ |
| Historic sights | ✔ |
| Car recommended | ✔ |
| Nearest airport | Bordeaux (90km) |
| Train station | Sainte-Foy-la-Grande |
Featured Sainte Foy la Grande cottage rentals
There are plenty of options when choosing where to stay, with some excellent private holiday rentals including self catering cottages, converted farmhouses and barns. All of the holiday homes are within walking distance of the centre and some have the enviable position of being on the banks of the Dordogne with magnificent river views.
See all rentalsThings to see and do
This medieval town is the ideal spot to simply relax, unwind and soak up the atmosphere, but there is so much more to see and do and all within a few hours drive. Sainte-Foy-la-Grande and the surrounding area is full of interesting villages, historic cities and countryside to explore.
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| Wander around the beautiful gardens of Sardy | ✔ |
| Tour the 17th century Chateau de Vacques vineyards that overlooks the Dordogne | ✔ |
| Visit the bustling city of Bordeaux just 90kms away | ✔ |
| Explore the pre-historic caves of Lascaux | ✔ |
| Hourtin-Carcans is the largest lake in France and is surrounded by beautiful beaches | ✔ |
Our view on Sainte-Foy-la-Grande
We think this pretty country town, the smallest commune in France, is one of those places you'll fall in love with and return to year after year. During the summer, it's a melting pot of tourists from all over the world who go to soak up the atmosphere, to wine and dine, and to simply have a good time. Renting a holiday cottage in Sainte-Foy-la-Grande provides the space, freedom and flexibility to enjoy this fabulous part of the Gironde at your own pace.
