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This lovingly restored Périgordian stone farmhouse, is set in its own secluded grounds of about an acre, on a hillside overlooking open fields and woodlands, yet within a 15 minute walk of the quaint village of Ste Alvère … one of “Les Plus Belles Villages En France”. The village provides all the amenities that you need, whether they might be providing for everyday requirements, or just sipping a drink whilst watching the world go by.

You and your family will benefit from the traditional tranquillity and ambience of the typical French way of life.

For those who enjoy a more active holiday, there are numerous nearby facilities for canoeing, walking, cycling, horse riding, golf and many other activities.

Accommodation detail

Ground floor:

The front door leads into a

• Spacious open-plan ground floor sitting/dining room with a corner kitchen area, which has beamed ceilings and stone walls throughout, and has been tastefully decorated in a traditional style, in a very charming and comfortable manner. The room features a large traditional hearth with a wood burning stove. There are comfortable sofas on which to relax and listen to music, watch television, (French or English Free to View satellite channels) read, plan visits,……or if you just need an indoor respite,just RELAX! The dining area has a large wooden dining table and chairs. To the side is the
• Fully equipped traditional kitchen where there is a fridge with freezer compartment, gas cooker, dishwasher, washing machine, hoover, toaster, electric kettle, iron and ample storage facilities - in fact, everything you could possibly wish for in a holiday gite.
• Bath/shower room & toilet are to the rear of the ground floor.
• Airy master bedroom with a double bed and adequate storage is located to the far end of the house.

First floor:

An open wooden staircase leads to the

• Expansive open plan mezzanine floor (52m²)

Turning to the right of the stairs there is a

• Large open area - with a double sofa bed, television, video player & videos, plus a single bed and a cot.

To the left of the stairs is a

• Twin bed sleeping area - wardrobe & storage unit.

Exterior

The whole of the property is totally fenced in for security, making the expansive garden totally safe for children, but still providing quiet areas for Mum & Dad! Beyond the house is the 10mx5m swimming pool with a gentle slope away from the shallow end. The pool is fitted with a security alarm. There are paved surrounds to the pool, providing a luxurious suntrap - an idyllic spot in which to relax on the recliners, and enjoy the quiet of the French countryside. Maybe, you might feel like flexing your muscles with a game of table tennis in the barn, or flit through a genteel session of badminton on the lawns before retiring to the barbecue area.....situated at the end of the house by the Bread Oven!! An ideal area to sit, ponder, sip, offer advice to the chef……..then enjoy the tasty meals rustled up "alfresco"!

About the location

The Périgord Poupre is essentially a wine growing area, so the summer climate is beneficial to the vines. and holidaymakers!

The region is renowned for its natural beauty; sites of architectural and historic interest; wide variety of activities for the more active holidaymakers. Within half an hour’s drive of Le Limouzinat, you could visit the famous abbeys of St. Avit Sénieur and Cadouin; the prehistoric caves at Les Eyzies, Le Bugue, Le Buisson and Lascaux; the Mediaeval villages and towns of Limeuil, Issigeac, Domme, Sarlat, Bergerac and Périgueux; the imposing châteaux on the banks of the Dordogne at Beynac, Castleneaud, Fayrac and Marqueysac, and then, after an enjoyable day site-seeing, why not take the opportunity to visit one of the vast variety of local restaurants, to taste and experience the culinary delights based on the local produce: foie gras, truffles, cêpes, walnuts, strawberries, cheeses, to name but a few, plus the wines of Bergerac, Monbazillac and Pecharmant.

See Local guide and map for information on nearby towns and facilities.

How to get here

By road from the Channel ports:

• 850km (10 hours) from Calais
• 720km (9 hours) from Caen.

By air to Bergerac airport (25km from property):

Ryanair & Flybe provide regular flights from:

• East Midlands, Liverpool, Stansted, Birmingham, Edinburgh, Exeter, Leeds/Bradford, Gatwick, Manchester, Southampton and Bristol
• International flights arrive at Bordeaux (125km from property).

Suggested routes are provided to guests on booking.

See Local guide and map for information on nearby towns and airports.

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Facilities

Facility	Details
Type	Farmhouse (Self-catering)
Bedrooms	1 double, 1 triple
Baby cots	1
Bathrooms	1 bathroom(s)
Capacity	5
Living Area	120 m²
Suitability	Non-smoking, Suitable for children, Suitable for the elderly
Changeover day	Saturday

Facility	Details
Internal facilities	Board Games, CD player, DVD player, English satellite TV, Exclusive rental, Fans in rooms, Hairdryer, Owner not on site, Radio, TV, VCR, Wood burning fire or stove
Kitchen facilities	Dishwasher, Fridge-Freezer, Gas hob, Gas oven, Ironing facilities, Microwave, Washing machine
External features on site	Barbecue, Garden, Scenic views, Swimming pool (exclusive use)

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Additional price information

• 10% discount is offered on the second week of all 2 week bookings.
• All prices include gas, electricity, all personal & kitchen linen & towels, but guests are asked to provide their own pool towels.
• There will be a 30€ per week ,supplement in the low tariff periods for heating.
• Please note that the pool is not normally available in the low tariff periods.

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