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Le Belvedere is a huge converted modern family home on extensive grounds offering 9 large bedroom accommodation. We were is regular contact with our host, William, prior to our arrival and we were offered a dinner option on the evening of our arrival - which proved very useful as most restaurants in France are closed on Mondays (Leundi Fermee). William, who is also the owner, proudly showed us around the grounds and explained is ambitious plans for the future. We sincerely wish him well. Nothing was too much - just ask and William would do his best to respond. Our room was absolutely fabulous. Generously sized with a large (Queen?) bed. The view was onto the pool area and grounds beyond. The grounds themselves occupy several acres with a lovely pagoda in the garden area just behind the pool. Breakfast is an optional extra - which we opted for. Excellent French breakfast presented - cooked options available on request. Access to the property is gate controlled and you need to call to gain entry. We did not use the pool during our stay as the weather was poor - but the pool is huge with sunchairs and umbrellas around the perimeter. The Belvedere is a great base if you are visiting the Perigueux region. We would definitely return if visiting this region of France in the future. Parking available withing the grounds. Thank you again for a wonderful stay, William, and good luck with you business ventures.

Other reviews vary between glowing and derogatory and we can understand why. Le Belvédère is a charming house with extensive gardens and a lovely pool. Our room was spacious and comfortable but the shower needed fixing. The food was delicious. Our host, William, was attentive and willing. He runs the hotel with the chef who we did not meet. But only having two members of staff does not work. William has far too many tasks to complete, so guests are left waiting for inordinate lengths of time to be served drinks and meals. The relaxed, chilled atmosphere that he tries to create turns to frustration among the guests. The hotel has the potential to be an exceptional place to stay but the slow service needs to be remedied before we would rate it as more than average.