We stayed here last week for a night while we were in this part of France.It was a complete find,the kind of family run,characterful hotel you rarely find in these parts these days.The welcome from the owners Chris and Anita Millinship was warm(they speak good English) and they were a fount of knowledge about the area including the Templar village... More

Hotel lovely, staff polite. These pictures will speak for themselves.

We stayed at the Auberge de Castel Merle for a week and were very, very pleased with our choice of hotel. The location was central for kayaking, long scenic walks, sightseeing. Do visit the picturesque village of St Lyon and the centuries old church built by the Templers in Sergeac village. Also short drive to Sarlat and the Dordogne Valley.... More

A perfect location for exploring the Perigord Noir. Set on an outcrop overlooking the Vezere River this small hotel was just lovely. The views from the terrace were beautiful, the room was simple, comfortable and had a nice shower room. We were well looked after by Christopher and Anita and their staff and we ate very well on half board.... More

What a wonderful stay my brother and I had in May. Auberge de Castel Merle is situated in a picturesque village with spectacular views from the garden. The rooms were spacious, perfectly clean, beautifully decorated and equipped with all the extras one might need. Before the trip I thought I had researched the area well and prepared a thorough itinerary.... More

After staying in two back-to-back sketchy hotels, this place was a welcome reprieve. Clean and well-appointed French country-style rooms (wooden beams, stone walls) with a cozy restaurant downstairs. For dinner, I had the black truffle omelette and my husband had the wild boar stew which we both enjoyed. The next day, we ordered the packed lunch (pate sandwiches, walnut cake,... More

We arrived about 7:30 in the evening and were told to be in the dining room no later than 8:00. We threw our bags in the room and raced to the dining room for our first dinner of the trip and in retrospect, one of the best. The breakfasts and dinners for the next two days were outstanding and very... More

We have just spent eight days in the Dordogne and three of those at the Auberge de Castel Merle. This is a truly magical place. If you are looking for a rustic, peaceful, dreamy sanctuary, then this is for you. Firstly the views are amazing and supper overlooking the Vezere River and villages of Sergeac and St Leon is breathtaking... More

We spent five nights at this charming and tranquil country hotel. Located in the tiny village of Sergeac, along the Vérzère river in the Dordogne, the Auberge de Castel-Merle is very well situated for visits to prehistoric cave paintings, magnificent castles, and lovely hikes. The owners, who speak perfect English, are attentive to every detail. (I hate to admit this... More