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Traditional Dordogne farmhouse with pool in idyllic surroundings, pets welcome — Property 534

  • Set in its own grounds, well equipped for people who love cooking, upto 8 people
  • Location: Au Cedre, La Gabare Issigeac, Perigord Pourpre, Dordogne, Aquitaine, France

Summary of the farmhouse, 3 bedrooms, sleeps 8

Summary of the farmhouse, 3 bedrooms, sleeps 8
Contact Bryce Somerville
+44 (0) 121 427 1509
Property type:
farmhouse, detached, 160 m²
Location type:
Rural
Highlights:
Outdoor pool, Garden, Terrace
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  • Pets allowed
  • Suitable for elderly
  • Swimming pool
  • Garden
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The view from the pool to the house

The view from the pool to the house

View of the garden from under the cedar tree

View of the garden from under the cedar tree

Farm house kitchen

Farm house kitchen

Second bedroom

Second bedroom

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Traditional Dordogne farmhouse with pool in idyllic surroundings, pets welcome

Situated in the 'golden triangle', famed for its dessert wines, near Monbazillac and just 18 km south of Bergerac with easy access from the airport and the N21. Just off a country lane at the top of two valleys, this house is equally well placed as a base to tour the 'bastide' towns, the vineyards of the Bergerac, Monbazillac and Bordeaux regions, or the châteaux and prehistoric sites of the Dordogne. Set in private and secluded grounds, surrounded by mature oak trees but with magnificent views of the surrounding countryside, this delightful and deceptively spacious 18th Century stone-built house provides recently refurbished accommodation which is well-planned, well-equipped, and comfortable. The well-equipped farm house kitchen makes cooking the local produce a pleasure, but it is also within easy reach of good country restaurants, and then back for a brandy in front of the open log fire - though not in the heat of summer - when the stone and tiled floors keep the house cool.

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Location Au Cedre, La Gabare Issigeac < Perigord Pourpre < Dordogne < Aquitaine < France

Traditional Dordogne farmhouse with pool in idyllic surroundings, pets welcome Au Cedre, La Gabare Issigeac < Perigord Pourpre < Dordogne < Aquitaine < France
Map location symbol marks the location of this property in Issigeac
Location
Nearest airport: Bergerac at 10 kilometres
Nearest ferry port: Caen at 400 miles
Nearest railway station: Bergerac at 18 kilometres
Car: necessary

This is the 'golden triangle' south of Bergerac, known for the appellation contrôlée of Monbazillac and its dessert wines, and Hugh Ryman's Château de la Jaubertie and Christian Roche's Domaine de l'Ancienne Cure, amongst others. Nearby, the unspoilt picturesque medieval town of Issigeac attracts a lot of painters and its Sunday market is lively and full of fresh local produce. Fénelon wrote the French Prayer Book here, in the summer palace of the Bishop of Sarlat. The house is well placed to visit the surrounding bastides (medieval settlement towns), St Emilion, Bordeaux and Duras (and the château of Montaigne, where he wrote his famous 'essais') to the west and the châteaux of Feyrac and Beynac and the prehistoric sites and cave paintings of Lascaux and Rouffignac to the east. To the north lies the old port town of Bergerac with its 'gabares' and to the south Castillones. Across country you get to Puyguilhem and Castillon la Bataille where the 100 years war began and ended.

Local activities swimming, tennis, walking, sailing, cycling, fishing, horse riding, golf



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Availability for the farmhouse in Perigord Pourpre, Dordogne, France

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Rental rates for the farmhouse in Perigord Pourpre, Dordogne, France

Rental basis is per property to be paid in:
British Pounds
Rental Rates
  Dates Rates  
Period name Begins Ends Weekly Weekend per night Midweek per night Minimum stay
Mid Season 01 Jul 2008 04 Jul 2008 GBP 500 - - 1 Week
High Season 05 Jul 2008 05 Sep 2008 GBP 950 - - 1 Week
Mid Season 06 Sep 2008 31 Oct 2008 GBP 500 - - 1 Week
Low Season 01 Nov 2008 06 Mar 2009 GBP 350 - - 1 Week
Mid Season 07 Mar 2009 03 Jul 2009 GBP 500 - - 1 Week
High Season 04 Jul 2009 04 Sep 2009 GBP 900 - - 1 Week
Mid Season 05 Sep 2009 06 Nov 2009 GBP 500 - - 1 Week
Low Season 07 Nov 2009 23 Dec 2009 GBP 350 - - 1 Week

*Please Note: The owner of this property accepts payment in the original currency specified, before use of conversion tool. The conversion tool is provided for your convenience only. The owner may accept other currencies if specifically agreed in advance.

Notes to the rental rates

  • Bed linen can be supplied at an extra charge of £7 per person per week
    3rd bedroom is a family room with 4 single beds.
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Accommodation and Facilities for the farmhouse in Perigord Pourpre, Dordogne, France

Property type:
  • farmhouse , detached
Accommodation type:
  • self-catering
Floor area:
  • 160 m²
Location type:
  • Rural
Theme:
  • away from it all, historic
General:
  • linen provided
Kitchen:
  • hob, grill, microwave, fridge, washing machine, clothes dryer, freezer, oven, dish washer
Living room:
  • seating for 8 people
Dining:
  • dining area, child's highchair seating for 8 people
Bathrooms:
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathroom - Toilet,Bath with Shower,
  • Bathroom - Toilet,Shower Enclosure,
Bedrooms:
  • 3 bedrooms , sleeps maximum of 8 people
  • Principal Bedroom - 1 Double Bed
  • Second Bedroom - 1 Double Bed, 1 Cot
  • Family Bedroom - 4 Single Bed
  • 2 doubles, 1 family bedroom, 1 cot
Entertainment:
  • cd, satellite or cable, radio, stereo system, audio tape player, DVD, tv, video player
Outside:
  • garden, barbecue, terrace, parking, 10 garden chairs, 4 beach chairs, 5 bicycles
Swimming pools:
  • outdoor pool, private pool
Suitability:
  • long term renters welcome, children welcome, suitable for elderly or infirm, pets considered
Notes:

There are two double bedrooms and four single beds in the 'family room'. The bathroom and separate shower room both have sinks and WCs, electric fan heaters on timers if needed in the winter, and electric hot water. Two large living rooms(30m2 each) contain a CD system, video and DVD player, and Satellite TV, and piano in the one; and a large open fire place with additional armchair seating, dining area and fully equipped kitchen in the other. In addition to the usual amenities there are a combination microwave, dishwasher, two fridges and a freezer, and a washing machine. For the young there is a cot and a high chair; for the elderly only one step has to be negotiated onto the patio and thereafter there is the principal bedroom and both bathrooms on the ground floor. The pool measures 16' by 24' and about 4' deep. Garden furniture, books, games, bikes and a barbecue are available.

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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 Information:

There is excellent golf at the Chateau de Vigiers nearby.

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Advertisers:
Bryce Somerville
Telephone
+44 (0) 121 427 1509
Alt. Telephone
+44 (0) 7 973 886 797
Preferred language(s):
 English, French, German, Spanish
Advertiser since:
 21 Apr 1997
Property listed since:
 21 Apr 1997
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