Vacation Rental Description
You and your whole family will not be dissapointed. There is something for everyone. Your holiday will be special whether you travel by car or fly to the local airport of Bergerac.
The small market town of Bergerac is full of historic buildings and architecture, European and oriental cuisines, bars and fascinating food and clothes shops and of course the extremely well presented and affordable French Markets. There are many famous vinyards to visit and beautiful small towns all with their own special delights.
Local vinyards include:-
Bergerac
Drive via Bergerac to Montbazillac (visit the chateau) and then to Pomport to a wine tasting at Château Bélingard (you may need to book first), Sigoules, Saussignac, Duras and then back via Eymet and Mouleydier.
St Emilion
Drive via Bergerac and Saint Foy la Grande to St Emilion, stopping on the way at Velines to buy Limoges porcelain at good prices behind les Jardins de Sardy (gardens). Visit a lovely shop selling leather bags and belts right in the centre of St Emilion. Lunch in St Emilion or if not on the way back at Port Sainte Foy.
Monbazillac
Famous for its vineyards, chateau and food - a place worth a visit.
Set in the heart of the prestigious vineyard of the same name, the Château de Monbazillac's garden terraces afford stunning views across the Dordogne valley.
Aquitaine is a Famous wine producing area in the beautiful historic part of south west France. Just an hour and a half from the coast and two hours from the Pyrenees and with the Dordogne meandering through its towns and countryside it makes for the perfect location to spend a restful break or your long awaited annual holiday.
In the summer months the temperatures can reach 40 degrees so spending time by your private pool is both peaceful and relaxing. In the spring, autumn and winter months you can tour the area and visit some incredible sights from the start of prehistoric man to exquisite gardens but you will always be within reach of delightful French cuisine and the local wines.
With the local airport only 15 mins from the house you can fly from destinations in the UK directly to Bergerac and be in your holiday home within a few hours. Hire cars are readily available at the airport and are reasonably priced.
Facilities
- Cable Satellite
- Cooking Utensils
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen
- Open Fire
- Amenity Parking
other facilities :
Kettle, Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer
Balcony / Terrace, Private outdoor pool (unheated), Private garden, BBQ and Secure parking
Further details indoors:
Dining areas inside and out on the sun drenched belcony. Fully fitted kitchen with everything you will need to produce the perfect meal if so desired. Down stairs apartment with own bedroom and bathroom,
Further details outdoors:
Large private swimming pool. Large gardens. Every local amenity. Superb shopping excellent restaurants with French cusine in fact, the perfect holiday place, inexpensive, peaceful and exciting a home from home . What more? English speaking help if required.
Activities
There are also many activities in the are these include:- Fishing in the Dordogne river with license, purchased in Bergerac or at Moulin de Saint Pierre for trout. Ten-pin bowling just outside Bergerac on the way to Bordeaux. Lakes with activities (slides, boats etc.), at Pomport, Lanquais. Golf there are many and varied golf courses in the area. Canoeing and kayaking and many more. For full details on all the activities in the area visit the Bergerac website at www.bergerac.fr.
Travel Options
- Nearest Airport : bergerac at 5 kilometers distance;
- Nearest Train Station : bergerac at 5 kilometers distance
- Nearest Town : bergerac at 5 kilometers distance