Description
Imagine picnics by the banks of the Dordogne devouring produits du terroir from nearby Périgord markets, before returning to your maison for a dip in the courtyard swimming pool. Followed perhaps by apéritifs in the pretty garden, then dining al-fresco by the barbecue or wandering to the local village restaurant.
Maison Des Saveurs is a historic gem a short stroll from the river, close to market towns, vineyards and glorious Dordogne and Gironde landscapes. In a peaceful setting in a hamlet, you can walk to the local village for fresh bread, croissants and coffee in around 20 minutes, then hire canoes or kayaks to explore the verdant and idyllic scenery around you.
Soak up the rustic charm of this 2-bedroom holiday home with its characterful yet spacious interiors. The French kitchen is a sociable area for preparing feasts for your family or friends and it is brilliantly equipped whilst the house offers ample room for lounging as well. Both of the inviting doubles have its own personality alongside their own bathroom. The bedroom with the round bed, chaise longue and large shower room is especially impressive.
The courtyard offers the chance to unwind on the terrace, cool off in the pool and relax beneath the pagoda. The wild garden is the perfect spot for a game of croquet or just sitting back with your morning coffee listening to the birds.
Take long walks by the river watching the wildlife, hire bikes for cycle rides through La Durèze valley, visit impressive châteaux and enjoy sampling wonderful wines in nearby vineyards or a little further in Bergerac and Bordeaux. Not forgetting the UNESCO World Heritage landscapes of Saint-Émilion, an enchanting medieval hilltop town famed for its history and excellent wine.
Charming market towns not to be missed include Issigeac, Duras and nearby Sainte-Foy-la-Grande, home to one of the region’s largest markets on a Saturday morning. Bring back a wealth of Périgord produce from mushrooms, truffles and foie gras to delicious cheeses, wines and jams allowing you to truly experience the amazing flavours of the Dordogne and beyond. /n Security deposit /n £1000 charged to client’s credit card as a pre-authorisation one month before arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection. /n Arrival time /n 4.30 p.m. /n Departure time /n 10.00 a.m. /n Energy costs included? /n Yes. /n Linen & towels included? /n Yes, changed once for stays of over 7 nights. /n Pets welcome? /n Not allowed. /n Other Ts and Cs /n Weddings, stag/hen parties and any special events are not allowed. /n Other Ts and Cs /n The owners (and their cats) live on site in a separate house. /n Other Ts and Cs /n Only children aged 8+ are allowed to stay at Maison Des Saveurs (an exception is made for babies – two cots can be provided). It is not suitable for toddlers and under 8s. /n Other Ts and Cs /n Please note that the owners and their cats live onsite, in a separate house. Guests also have a private entrance and parking. /n Changeover day /n Saturday. All other changeover days on request. /n End of stay cleaning included? /n Yes and mid-stay cleaning for stays of 7+ nights also included. However, guests are required to leave the accommodation clean, tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival. Any extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or rubbish disposal required will be charged against the security deposit. /n Smoking Allowed? /n No. /n Minimum stay /n 7 nights. All other durations on request. /n Heating costs included? /n Yes. /n Pool towels included? /n Yes, changed once for stays of over 7 nights. /n Pool opening dates? /n The pool is open approximately mid-May to mid-September. Please note that pool opening dates are subject to local weather conditions and pool maintenance requirements and that cooler months may not be suitable for swimming.
