Issigeac holiday farmhouse: Au Cedre, La Gabare

The house: Being at the head of two valleys, Au Cedre benefits from gentle breezes during the hot summer months - most welcome when the temperature can rise from 25C to 40C. Apart from a dip in the 16ft x 24ft and 4ft deep pool, there are six bikes of varying sizes on which to explore the locality. To pass away those moments when not otherwise occupied you could try your skills at darts and speed ball, relax with a board game or simply select a book or listen to one of the many music audio tapes and CDs. Unusually, there is also a piano. There is Satellite TV, dvd and video, cd system.

The area: This is the Golden Triangle, the area south of Bergerac bounded by the N21 and the N133, dominated by the appellation controlee of Monbazillac and its chateau and the production of the dessert wines that the locals claim put the 'Or' into 'Perigord'. There are many wine growers locally and further afield who welcome visitors with free wine tastings. The house is between the more tourist-visited areas of the east Dordogne, and the attractions of St.Emilion and Bordaux, accessible but away from the crowds. There are many tourist destinations within easy reach, or you can just enjoy France as she is really lived.

Local amenities: Of particular delight is the medieval village of Issigeac, 5 km from the house, with local shops and good restaurants, and three bakers for 'pain aux raisins' for breakfast. The Sunday morning market is a must for local colour and produce, especially in the autumn, when the 'cepes', 'foie gras', walnuts and honey vie with each other to persuade the most recalcitrant cook to have a go. We enjoy cooking, so the kithen is genuinely well equipped. Within a short car (or taxi) ride there are more restaurants than there will be time to sample. The Housebook at the property provides a wealth of further information and recommendations.

Golf: There is excellent golf at the Chateau de Vigiers nearby.

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