La Vieille Maison

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This delightful 16th century Stone house is situated near Bergerac high on the banks of the Dordogne river with a commanding views. On it’s own private grounds surrounded by woodland, landscaped gardens and pool,this charactistic property boasts tranquil seclusion only a stones throw away from all amenities.

The beautiful Dordogne river a short walk away offers all manner of water activities: swimming, kayaking, waterskiing etc. Nearby the famous Chateau Tiregand and its Pécharmant wines, typical of the region and for those gastronomes countless restaurants in which to sample Perigordine ‘South West French’ cuisine. Relax by the pool then stroll down the private lane to the weekly village fete ‘Table de Pecheurs’ to experience that quintessential French fete!

Also close by there are dozens of winerys to visit offering exceptional wine and food. Staying at in the 500-year-old traditional stone house, with five bedrooms and three bath/shower rooms. The house situated in Creysse in the heart of Perigord Poupre, about 10 minutes’ drive from Airport and 5 minutes from the main town of Bergerac close to many of the famous medieval bastide towns of Dordogne.

Whether your intrests are sporting, cultural or gastronomic ‘Hilltop house’ offers a completely memorable holiday in the Dordogne.

Summary of Le Vieille Maison
Type: Old Pergordian Stone House (self-catering)
Living Area: 240 m²
Bedrooms: 5
Sleeps up to: 8
Changeover day: Saturday
Suitability: Non-smoking, Pets ask owner, Suitable for children, Suitable for the elderly, Unsuitable for wheelchair access

The accommodation is on two floors and most rooms have beams and/or exposed stonework.

First Floor
Hall – with stairs to ground floor .
Bedroom 1 – Has queen size bed and balcony and a wealth of exposed beams and stonework 12 foot high ceilings.
Bedroom 2 – Has super King size bed ensuite bathroom
Bedroom 3 – Has Queen size and ensuite bathroom.
Bedroom 4 – Has Queen size and ensuite bathroom.
Reception/Bedroom 5- Has open stone fire and double bed Sofa and a wealth of exposed beams.

Ground Floor
Kitchen.
Living room/dinnig room – gas cooker.
Toilet – with basin, toilet.
Study- Quiet relaxing exposed stone walls and beams opening up to the garden.

Outside
Large outdoor dining table and chairs. Gas barbeque.
Swimming Pool – 8 metres by 4 metres. The depth is 0.9 metres for the first 1.5 metres then slopes to 2.1 metres at the deep end. Paved sunbathing areas. At the shallow end are steps. The pool summer temperatures are on average 25°c and filters automatically needing no attention from guests and is maintained weekly. Fully enclosed by low sympathetic fencing and hedges, with lockable gates and alarm for the safety of children.

Storeroom – adjacent to the pool, where the outdoor items are stored.
The property has an idyllic setting in beautiful countryside with lovely views , with sun all day long. The house is fronted by a terrace wand part-shaded by a mature Lime, with five acres of private grounds. A third of this is garden, one-third a gently sloping grass meadow and a path leads into the woods which form the remainder of the property, giving plenty of space for children to play and explore. There is plenty of outdoor furniture

The Bastide Country in Video
The Bastide Country and Medieval Cities offer warm, festive holidays in the Dordogne, in the heart of the Périgord Pourpre. Discover the walled town of Monpazier, the abbeys of Cadouin and Saint Avit Sénieur, the medieval village of Issigeac and many other treasures …

Cut and paste link below for a video guide to region:

http://www.pays-de-bergerac.com/english/pages/tourisme/videos.asp

Location Map

The map below shows the approximate location of the property as provided by the owner

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