Some of the local attractions...:
Canoeing on the Dordogne:
A fun, if tiring(!) day can be spent canoeing down the river. Stopping off along the way to picnic, swim, or to admire the many river-side chateaux
Châteaux galore!
There are numerous local châteaux to visit - Castelnaud, Beynac, Montfort, Fenelon, Hautefort, Commarque, Puymartin, Milandes
Lascaux II:
Exact replica of the original Lascaux caves featuring some of the first known cave paintings by man - truly awe-inspiring!
Gouffre de Padirac:
An underground adventure! Wonderful caves to explore, including a boat-trip on a subterranean river 103metres below ground.
Vineyards:
Bergerac, Perchement, St Emillion, Cahors.
Sarlat:
Sarlat Market:
One of the best markets in the whole of France! Every Saturday and Wednesday mornings. Wonderful local produce, including foie gras, truffles, cepes, canard, fruit & veg, walnuts, cheese, wines - and much more!
Dining in Sarlat on a summer's evening:
There are many restaurants to enjoy in Sarlat. The town is lit up so beautifully at night, that an after-dinner stroll is a must to soak up the truly medieval atmosphere.
Some of our guests' comments:
“Thank you for making us feel so welcome in your beautiful mansion house. We had a wonderful week and thoroughly enjoyed the region”
James & Jenni – from Sydney, Australia
“We have spent a most enjoyable two weeks at Chateau Peycibeau – beautifully furnished and appointed, with a lovely pool and poolhouse. This is the perfect place to unwind”
Steve, Cathy and Barbara – from Dubai
“Thank you for a lovely stay in your lovely Peycibeau. The house was breathtaking from the moment we first arrived and we thoroughly enjoyed every part of it. You have been wonderful hosts and we are sure to be in touch again to book another stay”
Lyn, Paul, Jess, Abbey & Becky – from Essex
“A big thank you to you all for making our holiday such fun. The cottage, house, grounds and swimming pool are gorgeous! We’ve been very comfortable. Ah well, all good things must come to an end, so au revoir Peycibeau. We’ll miss you very much!”
Shannon & John – from Wiltshire
Other Activities:
Canoeing.