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Where is Bonté? Dordogne Villa Location & How to Get There

Bonté is a beautifully located private villa in southwest France, perfectly positioned between the Dordogne countryside and the Bordeaux wine region.

Set among rolling vineyards, sunflower fields and quiet country lanes, it offers a rare combination of peace, privacy and easy access to some of the most loved towns, markets and vineyards in France.

Bonté is ideally located for those looking for a Dordogne villa close to Bordeaux, with easy access to vineyards, markets and some of the most beautiful towns in southwest France.

From the house, you can enjoy complete tranquillity while being just a short drive from everything that makes this region so special.

A Perfect Dordogne Location Near Bordeaux and Bergerac

Bonté sits in one of the most desirable parts of the Dordogne, close to the Gironde border and within easy reach of Bordeaux.

From the house, you are just:

• 10 minutes from local French market towns and restaurants
• 30 minutes from Bergerac
• Around 1 hour from Bordeaux
• Surrounded by vineyards, bastide villages and countryside walks

This unique position allows you to enjoy:

• Vineyard lunches and wine tastings
• Traditional French markets and evening food markets
• Beautiful historic villages and relaxed countryside living
• Peaceful days by the pool and long, warm evenings outside

👉 Discover the best things to do in the Dordogne during your stay:
https://www.bontemaison.com/holiday-ideas

👉 Explore our favourite restaurants and places to eat near Bonté:
https://www.bontemaison.com/eating-out

Getting to Bonté is Easy

One of the reasons guests love Bonté is how simple it is to reach from the UK and across Europe.

Whether you choose to fly or drive, the journey is straightforward and often becomes part of the holiday itself.

✈️ Flying to Dordogne (Bergerac or Bordeaux Airports)

The nearest airports to Bonté are:

• Bergerac Airport – approximately 30 minutes
• Bordeaux Airport – just over 1 hour

There are regular direct flights from the UK, including:

• EasyJet from London Gatwick to Bordeaux
• Ryanair from London Stansted to Bergerac
• British Airways from London City and Gatwick
• Jet2 from Manchester and Leeds

Flights are often very good value, particularly outside peak summer weeks.

Car hire is available at both airports, giving you complete freedom to explore vineyards, markets and the surrounding countryside at your own pace.

👉 Check Bordeaux airport hire car options:

👉 Check availability and start planning your Dordogne villa holiday:
https://www.bontemaison.com/availability

🚗 Driving from the UK

Driving is a relaxed and popular option, offering complete flexibility and the chance to enjoy the journey through France.

Typical travel times:

• Around 8 hours from Calais (with stops)
• Portsmouth → Caen ferry → approximately 7 hour drive to the house

Many guests choose to break the journey with an overnight stop, turning the drive into part of the holiday.

We usually aim to arrive in Calais around 10am, which gets us to the house around 6pm — perfect timing for a relaxed evening, sunset views and a glass of wine by the pool.

Full directions and sat nav details are provided before arrival, making the final part of the journey simple and stress-free.

Getting Around During Your Stay

• A car is recommended to explore the area fully
• Local taxis are available for evenings out
• Markets, vineyards and restaurants are all within easy reach

The location makes it easy to explore as much or as little as you like.

Why Guests Love This Location

What makes Bonté special is not just the house, it’s where it sits.

You are perfectly positioned between:

• The Bordeaux wine region — world-famous vineyards and wine experiences
• The Dordogne countryside — historic villages, markets and relaxed French living

This gives you the best of both worlds:

• Lazy mornings by the pool
• Long vineyard lunches
• Evenings at local markets with live music
• Peaceful sunsets back at your private villa

It’s a location that works equally well for families, couples and groups looking to experience the very best of southwest France.

Planning Your Stay at Bonté

If you’re thinking about dates or travel options, feel free to get in touch.

I’m always happy to:

• Help plan the best way to travel
• Recommend flights or driving routes
• Answer any questions about the area
• Hold dates for a short time whilst you decide

👉 View availability and start planning your stay:
https://www.bontemaison.com/availability

If you’ve found a week that works for you, feel free to get in touch — I’m always happy to help and can hold dates for a short time whilst you decide.