famous vineyards of Château Lafite Rothschild and Château Mouton-Rothschild
Owners:
Bernard and Patrick
Type:
bed-and-breakfast with 3 bedrooms
Website:
E-mail:
Telephone:
+33 (0)5 56 41 25 12
Cell phone:
+33 (0)6 37 90 87 73
Languages:
français, English
Clientele:
all welcome, gay-owned and run
Rates:
from €55 to €65 double occupancy per room
Meals:
breakfast + creperie for meals
Description:
Three guest bedrooms, each with private bath, WiFi Internet connexion, and air conditioning. Originally built in 1850 as a bakery, the V is a traditional Médoc-region, two-story, stone house with charming grounds in a peaceful setting.
Le V is located in the charming village of Vertheuil, near the 12th-century abbey and chateau. The regions most presigious vineyards and leisure activites are nearby for fun day excursions including the sandy beaches of the Atlantic coastline.
Le V is also a creperie, offering traditional Bretagne savory and sweet crepes.
Pool:
none but gay and nudists beaches nearby
Handicap accessibility:
none
Children:
welcome
Pets:
enquire before reserving
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Domaine de la Millasserie
City:
Mauzac-et-Grand-Castang, Dordogne
Nearby attractions:
Bergerac, Beaumont-du-Périgord, Sarlat, Les Eyzies-de-Tayac-Sireuil, Cro-Magnon
Owners:
Alain and Byrne
Type:
bed-and-breakfast
Website:
E-mail:
Telephone:
05 53 57 78 01
Telephone
off-season:
+1 518 822 9148
(USA, from November to April)
Languages:
English, français
Clientele:
all welcome, GLBT, gay-owned
Rates:
€99 per night double occupancy;
10% discount for stays of 10 days or more
Meals:
breakfast
Description:
La Millasserie B&B offers four spacious, private bedrooms for single or double occupancy: king-sized beds, private en suite bathrooms, antiques, private entrances and individual terraces with forest views and easy access to the pool.
For parties of four, two of the rooms can be opened en suite.
La Millasserie is located in the heart of the Dordogne in the ancient province of Périgord, rich with 2000 years of history, architecture, music, sports, art, fine cuisine, great wine, and magical landscapes.
Pool:
yes
Handicap accessibility:
partial
Children:
not suitable for children
Pets:
enquire before reserving
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Chez Kelly
City:
Meilhan-sur-Garonne, Lot-et-Garonne
Nearby attractions:
Bazas, Bordeaux, La Réole, Marmande,
Saint-Macaire, Sauveterre-de-Guyenne,
Owners:
Brendan & Keld
Type:
5 en suite bedrooms and
1 self-catering apartment
Website:
E-mail:
Telephone:
+33 (0)5 53 20 13 07
Mobile:
+33 (0)673 273 750
Languages:
English, Dansk, Francais, Deutch
Clientele:
all welcome, gay-owned,
hetero-friendly
Rates:
€95 to €130 per night, double occupancy
Meals:
breakfast, lunch, dinner ; table d'hôtes
Description:
Bordering the Canal du Lateral, Chez Kelly is a luxury "boutique" maison d'hotes finished in contemporary Scandinavian style. Situated on 5 ha (12 acres) of private parklands with swimming pool, tennis and boule courts, kayaks, bikes and billiards in the chateau. Take a chill-pill holiday for a week in this intimate, 5-bedroom designer location.
Bordeaux's famous castles, chateaux and bastides are nearby. Located in the center of Sauterne, Saint Émillion, Duras and Buzet wine areas; the Lot and Garonne rivers and canal; four golf courses. There's plenty in the area to see catering to all interests!
20 km to excellent local gay nightclub; plentiful quality restaurants nearby.
Pool:
yes, (14x7 meters)
Handicap accessibility:
partial
Children:
not suitable for children
Pets:
enquire before reserving
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Le Binou
City:
Montagnac-sur-Lède, Lot-et-Garonne
Nearby attractions:
Monflanquin, Villeréal, Monpazier, Bergerac,
châteaux de Bonaguil, Biron, et Gavaudun
Owners:
Maonia and Nahée
Type:
1 holiday rental (sleeps 5/7); 3 B&B rooms
Website:
E-mail:
Telephone:
05 53 41 65 57
Cell phone:
06 83 37 10 26
Languages:
français, English
Clientele:
all welcome ; gay & lesbian friendly
gîte
Rental Rates:
€600 to €1,350 per week
Capacity: 14 people
B&B Rates:
€63 per night double occupancy
breakfast €4 ; brunch €7
Description:
Le Binou offers you character, comfort, a warm welcome and convivial "table d'hôtes" meals. Fully adapted to guests, Le Binou gives you the choice of a B&B stay in the main house or a self-contained rental in the gîte which is a converted barn, full of character.
You will enjoy the 2½-acre grounds, the 12x6-meter swimming pool with cascading waterfall. There is a small lake for fishing. Other activities include table tennis and boules.
It's heaven for nature-lovers!
Pool:
yes, 12x6 m. with waterfall
Handicap accessibility:
partial ; please enquire.
Children:
welcome
Pets:
not admitted
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Le Tilleul
Town:
Milhac de Nontron, Dordogne
Nearby Towns & attractions:
Brantôme, Château de Puyguilhem,
Grottes de Villars, Bourdeilles, Périgueux
Owners:
Jill & Natalie
Type:
1 self-catering unit + B&B on availability
Website:
E-mail:
Telephone:
05 53 60 96 68
Languages:
français, English
Clientele:
all welcome
Rental Rate:
€470 to €690
per week
B&B rates :
check website for dates and rates
Strong Point:
historic and pre-historic sites,
kayaking, cycling, fishing, walking
Description:
'Le Tilleul' is a renovated 18th century farmhouse consisting of 3 properties and a 12-meter swimming pool nestled in the Limousin-Perigord National Park in the heart of the Dordogne.
'La Petite Grange' is a comfortable self-catering gîte with 2 bedrooms and 2 en-suite bathrooms. It has its own private patio with barbeque facilities overlooking the large garden and swimming pool. Accomodates up to 4 people.
A country retreat for nature lovers!
Pool:
yes
Handicap accessibility:
none
Children:
welcome
Pets:
not admitted
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ÎLE DE PARCOUL & SON MOULIN
Town:
Parcoul, Dordogne & Bellon, Charentes
Nearby Towns & attractions:
The Dordogne region, Chalais, Bordeaux, Aubeterre-sur-Dronne,
Owners:
Sylvie & David
Type:
3 gîtes (holiday rental)
Website:
E-mail:
Telephone:
05 56 62 53 77
Cell Phone:
06 76 18 13 37
Languages:
français
Clientele:
toutes clientèles bienvenues; gay-friendly
Gîte Rates:
from €1,000 to €3,500 per week
check website for details
Discount:
20% June and Sept. bookings;
code "Rainbow Gites" upon reservation
Description:
Come pretend you’re Robinson Crusoe! Cross that wooden bridge, enter the tree-screened island and discover the Moulin de Parcoul – a discreet and very comfortable old mill house. Here, you may let yourself go. The only thing connecting you to the world is that little bridge and satellite-TV news.
Aside from the birds and the babbling brook, you’ll hear almost nothing else.
The 12 x 6 meter swimming pool (40 x 20 ft.) overlooks the river and offers a great space for naturism. Also at your disposition: 6 mountain bikes, bbq, pétanque field, row boat with life vests, children’s playground equipment, and a ping pong table.
100 meters away, check in with David if you want to rent kayaks for river-rafting. He can also give you tips on local hiking and biking trails.
Pool:
yes, 12 x 6 m. (40x20 ft); nudity permitted
Handicap accessibility:
available at our g îte Les Petites Beauries Visit the website
Children:
appropriate for children but do enquire
Pets:
enquire upon reservation
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Bordeaux Aromas
Town:
Budos, Gironde
Nearby Towns & attractions:
Vignobles du bordelais, Arcachon, Bordeaux, Bergerac, Sauternes, Dune de Pyla
Host:
Colin
Type:
1 gîte (holiday rental) + 4 bnb guest rooms
Website:
E-mail:
Telephone:
05 56 62 53 77
Cell Phone:
06 76 18 13 37
Languages:
English, français, castillano
Clientele:
toutes clientèles bienvenues; gay-friendly
Gîte Rates:
€1200 to €1400 per week
B&B Rates :
€45 to €55 per night
Description:
Three options: gîte, bed and breakfast or our wine-tasting holidays. Whether you choose to come with friends or spend a romantic weekend “à deux”, we will do our best to make you feel at home.
Just 30 minutes from Bordeaux and 90 minutes from Bergerac airports, your place of stay is a renovated 18th century farmhouse surrounded by vineyards and acacia trees.
Situated 5 minutes from the tiny hillside village of Sauternes, the vineyards of Sauternes, Graves and l'Entre Deux Mers are literally on your doorstep.
Pool:
yes
Handicap accessibility:
partial
Children:
appropriate for children but do enquire
Pets:
not admitted
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Domaine les Galards
Town:
Montlieu-la-Garde, Charente-Maritime
Nearby Towns & attractions:
Bordeaux, Saint-Émilion, Cognac, Blaye, Angoulême
Host:
Pascal
Type:
4 guest rooms; 1 self-catering unit (8 pers.)
Website:
E-mail:
Telephone:
05 46 04 53 62; cell 06 15 42 95 25
Languages:
français, English, español
Clientele:
all welcome
Room Rates:
53 € per night (double occupancy) 1st floor
58 € per night (double occupancy) ground fl.
Camping Rate:
€455 to €710 per week depending on season; weekend rates also possible.
Strong Point:
calm, ideal pour hiking expiditions
Description:
Located in southwestern France. the Domaine les Galards is less than an hour’s drive from the Atlantic Ocean, Périgord, Bordeaux and Cognac areas.
You’ll be welcome in this lovely house dating from the 17th through the 19th centuries. Chose from 4 bedrooms, in B&B accommodations. The cottage sleeps 8 persons and has its own quiet private garden.
B&B 4 guest rooms; bar, dining hall and discotheque available for groups
Website:
E-mail:
Telephone:
05.53.70.13.30
Languages:
French
only (français)
Clientele:
all welcome; gay owned and
operated
Rates:
from €55 to €70 per night;
breakfast included in room rate.
Other
services:
night club and dining for
groups
Meals:
dinner upon reservation
Description:
"A slice of paradise!"
Enjoy the warm welcome given by your host, Cooo. Fine furnishings.
Coco runs more than just a guest house. The house also features a bar,
a disco, and a dining hall. A great place for groups to have a fab
time. Throw a theme party at let Coco assist you with all the details.
Pool:
yes
Handicap
accessibility:
none
Children:
please call first
Pets:
not admitted
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Gîte La
Marée -- The Tide
The Tide
Charente Farm Holiday Cottage
Town:
Chenac Saint Seurin d'Uzet
(Charente-Maritime)
Nearby Towns
& attractions:
Royan, Saintes, Mornac-sur-Seudre, Talmont,
Cognac, Bordeaux wine region
Owners:
Christina & Caroline
Type:
furnished rental : 2-bedroom cottage
sleeps four
Website:
E-mail:
Telephone:
05 46 74 13 70
Languages:
English, un peu de français
Clientele:
all welcome
Rates:
from 500 to 715 € per week; includes bed
linens and towels, bikes, books and DVDs. Utilities not included.
Discount:
10% off for mentioning "Rainbow Gîtes"upon reservation.
Meals:
fully equiped modern kitchen
Description:
Summer or winter, this
carefully restored cottage provides a charming retreat from the
stresses of modern life. Situated on the scenic "Route Verte" of the
Gironde Estuary, it is ten minutes drive from the sandy beaches of
Meschers and five minutes walk to a fishing port with popular
restaurant.
Set in a pretty walled garden, with built-in barbecue, the cottage has
its original beams and fireplaces. There is a fully-equipped kitchen
and dining area, leading to comfortable sitting room with television,
DVD and hi-fi system.
Upstairs is a new shower room and separate WC. Both bedrooms have views
of the Estuary. 2 bicycles provided free; library of books & DVDs
available; spectacular views of coast & excellent birdwatching.
Pool:
no but beaches nearby
Handicap
accessibility:
partial
Children:
please call first
Pets:
not admitted
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La Sauvageonne
Town:
Saint Palais de
Blaye, Gironde
Owners:
Marc & Alain
Type:
guest
house and gite
Web site:
E-mail:
Telephone:
05.57.32.92.15
mobile 06.19.14.52.86
Languages:
English,
français, Deutsch
Clientele:
gays & lesbians
Rates :
65 to 200 euros per couple
per night
475 euros for a week in the cottage
5 % in high season,
10 % in mid or low season when you mention Rainbow Gite
Description:
Our home is a beautifully
restored 18th century "maison de
maître" with three holiday suites, a three-star (épi)
gite,
and private owners quarters on 8 acres of wooded land.
The entire property is surrounded by the vineyards of Côte de
Blaye.
Swimming pool, bikes, and outdoor dining area: a true haven for those
seeking to get away from it all. Evening dining tops off this
exceptionally calm setting for your vacation or weekend getaway.
Pool:
yes + 30 minute
drive to beaches
Children:
please
call first
Handicap
accessibility:
partial
Pets:
please call first
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to list your property on Rainbow Gites.
Midi-Pyrenees
Region
Nullepratailleurs
Town:
Cazaubon, Gers
Nearby Towns & attractions:
numerous small medieval fortified farms,
Armagnac tasting
Owner:
Joelle
Type:
7 guest rooms; 12-tent camp grounds
Website:
E-mail:
Telephone:
05 62 09 55 21
Languages:
français, English
Clientele:
women only
Room Rates:
€33-36 includes dinner + breakfast;
per night and per person
Camping Rate:
€28 per tent + dinner + breakfast
per night and per person
Strong Point:
the place's charm, convivial atmosphere, great food, peaceful setting
Description:
Large house in southwestern France’s Gers region (between Bordeaux and Toulouse). Nestled amid vineyards and hills, this women’s-only guest house offers 600 square meters of floor space and 10 hectares (25 acres) of land.
A private lake for summertime swims. The food is delicious and we enjoy having diner together in the evening. Peace and quiet guaranteed. The main road is 700 meters away from the house.
from 48 to 52 euros per night per room based on double occupancy
Meals:
breakfast included; dinner upon request
Discount:
-10% after 3rd night of your stay
Gay Venues
Albi, Toulouse
Description:
This typical 19th century farm of the Quercy region, now turned guest house, features four spacious and charmingly appointed bedrooms, equipped with either half or full bath (toilet, wash basin, bath or shower). Our half pension menu ("table d'hôtes") is solidly anchored in fine culinary traditions of France's South-West. Only the freshest produce from nearby markets makes it to our table.
Les Granges Tourondel is a mere 50-minute drive to Toulouse and even closer to the Gorges de l'Aveyron. Other nearby attractions include: the Château du Vieux Fusil (site where film of same name was shot), the annual Offenbach festival in the town of Bruniquel.
Pool:
no
Handicap accessibility:
partial
Children:
welcome
Pets:
welcome
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Gîtes Montcabirol
A fabulous
lovers' hide-away.
A short jaunt to Toulouse and
ski slopes
in
the Pyrenees.
Town:
Mirepoix,
Ariège
Nearby Towns
& attractions:
Castelnaudary, Carcassonne, Toulouse, Foix,
the Cathare castles, Andorra
Owners:
Tom & Kevin
Type:
3 furnished self-catering units
for couples or groups of up to 16 persons
Website:
E-mail:
Telephone:
05 61 60 17 09
Languages:
English, français
Clientele:
all welcome; gay-friendly,
gay-owned and operated
Rates:
from €440 to €1,100 per week
depending on season and unit. Sterling gladly accepted. Rates range
from £300 to £750.
Gay venues:
40 min. to Carcassonne, 1
hour to Toulouse
Meals:
fully-equiiped kitchens for self-catering
Description:
Montcabirol is a private
hamlet on the
outskirts of the medieval city of Mirepoix. About a 1-hour drive to
Toulouse, and 40 minutes from Carcassonne. Both cities are served by
direct flights to and from the U.K.
3 beautifully
furnished self-catering self-serviced units (“gîtes”)
romantic accommodations for couples and can sleep groups of up to 16.
Tourism, winery visits, museums, hiking, kayak and canoeing,
mountain-biking, you name, the Midi-Pyrénnées has
something for everyone.
Tour the famed majestic Cathare castles: Montségur, Puivert,
Peyrepertuse, etc.
Women's Page
Northeast
Just 30 minutes from Bordeaux and 90 minutes from Bergerac airports, your place of stay is a renovated 18th century farmhouse surrounded by vineyards and acacia trees.
Each bedroom is furnished in its own unique style, ranging from modern to traditional French provincial.
3 beautifully
furnished self-catering self-serviced units (“gîtes”)
romantic accommodations for couples and can sleep groups of up to 16.
