Self-catering farmhouse in the Dordogne with pool & garden

Introduction

This lovely old farmhouse has recently been renovated to provide a lovely holiday home in the beautiful Dordogne countryside.

Three bedrooms to sleep six, the property is fully equipped with dishwasher, washing machine, dryer and UK satellite television.

Large garden, ideal for children. Lovely 10 x 5m private pool.

Situated in small hamlet, yet close to all amenities.

Property owners live in adjacent house.

Superb value for money. Ideal base from which to discover the region.

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Accommodation

Ground floor:

Entrance hall

Kitchen with oven, hob and fridge freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher and microwave. Wood burning stove

Living room with UK satellite TV, fireplace

Dining area with refectory table to seat 8

Bedroom 1, double with ensuite bathroom and Jacuzzi

Separate WC and hand basin

Stairs to 1st floor:

Bedroom 2, double

Bedroom 3, two singles

Separate bathroom with bath, WC. and hand basin. Hairdryers provided

Landing with double futon

EXTERIOR:

Dining terrace with table and chairs. BBQ

Large garden with private pool 10 x 5m

Private parking

 Photo gallery for Chassaignes, ref: 24017

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Prices

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Local Information

The property is located in a small hamlet of Fraisse in lovely open countryside between the two market towns of Riberac (9 km) and Chalais (12 km) both of which are full of atmosphere and have large supermarkets. Fraisse is a small hamlet of four houses just 800m from the village of Chassaignes.

Nearest café bar: Borg du Bost - 3 km. Nearest Restaurant: St. Antoine Cumond - 3 km.

Other local towns and villages offer a wide range of facilities to include, canoeing, horse riding, walking.

There are small beaches on the river Dronne at St. Aulaye and Aubeterre where you can swim safely. Aubeterre is only five km. away and is one of the show villages of France.

Leisure activities:

There is a golf course within easy reach and a public course at Perigueux.

Bicycles can be hired at Riberac.

Swimming - there are safe public swimming beaches at Aubeterre and St. Aulaye and open air pools at Riberac and Brantôme.

There is horse riding at Aubeterre.

Canoeing is available at most of the towns along the river.

Water sports are available at Le Grand Étang de la Jemaye, a lake 20 minutes away.

Fishing permits can be obtained from the bar at Bourg-du-Bost.

Most of the villages, too numerous to mention, have historic churches and several have local museums featuring country life of a by-gone era.

The coast is about two hours away at Royan if you fancy some sea air.

The prehistoric sites along the Dordogne valley and the other feature towns and villages of the area are about 2½ hours away.

If you are feeling adventuresome there are balloon trips at La Roque Gageac, in the Dordogne valley.

Shopping facilities:

Riberac has branches of two of the national supermarket chains, Leclerc and Intermarché whilst Chalais has just the one, Intermarché.

French supermarkets do not open on Sundays !

However Aubeterre (10mins away) has a farmers' market on Sundays where greens, veg, fruit and cheese can be purchased and the local butcher and baker are open until mid-day.

Market day at Riberac is Friday and Chalais Mondays, both close at mid-day.

There is a baker at St. Antoine Cumond, 5 minutes by car, baking daily.

Chemists are located at Chalais and Riberac but also at Aubeterre and St. Severin.

Places to visit:

Aubeterre, just ten minutes away, is one of the show villages of France and fully justifies the label. There are many places of interest including a monolithic church which has many unique features and is a must see. Around the tree-lined square there are several restaurants. The puppet theatre is good fun for children of all ages.

Riberac, is the nearest market town, 15 minutes away, is very pleasant with cafes and restaurants bordering the main square. The Friday market is reputed to be the largest in the Dordogne.

Chalais. About 20 minutes away over the border in the Charente, Chalais features the nearest visitable château which dominates the town. The market here is on Mondays, closing at mid-day.

Périgueux (approx. 45 minutes). The Départment town of the Dordogne is situated on the river Isle. The old quarter is full of boutiques for a spot of retail therapy and it goes without saying cafes and restaurants. There are Roman ruins and several museums. The cathedral of St. Front is very impressive, especially when viewed from the other side of the river. This was rebuilt in 1852 by the architect Abadie, who used the design as the basis for the more famous Sacré Coeur basilica in Paris. The church of St. Etienne de la Cité dating from the 12th century is also worthy of your time.

Angoulême (approx. 45 minutes). The Départment or county town of the Charente is situated on the river of the same name. The old district is located on a hill overlooking the river with good views and features the 12th century cathedral of St. Pierre. There are several museums, one Le Nil, is devoted to the history of paper and paper-making.

Bergerac (approx. 1 hour). Though everybody has heard of Cyrano the hero of Edmond Rostand’s play was inspired by the 17th century philosopher Cyrano de Bergerac whose name had nothing to do with the town. Bergerac is the tobacco capital of France as well as being the centre for the Bergerac “brand” of very drinkable wines. The old town is very interesting with the riverside port originating from the time Bergerac was a link between the coast and the interior regions of the Auvergne and Limousin.

St. Emilion (approx. 1 hour). Very picturesque, giving its name to one of the most famous of the French wine areas. Naturally the main focus is on the wine trade and tours of the chateaux and wine tasting can be arranged at the local tourist office. There is also another église monolithique to compare with the one at Aubeterre.

Cognac (approx. 1½ hours). Situated on the river Charente and owing its name to a prominent Roman, Cognac is a historic town which evolved and gave its name to one of the world’s most famous eau-de-vie. Tours of the distilleries, where you can enter into the spirit of things, can be arranged at the local tourist office. Boat trips can be taken upstream to Angoulême.

Towns / Villages in the Dronne valley: La Roche-Chalais, Saint-Aulaye, Aubeterre, Riberac, Tocane Saint. Apre, Bordeilles, Brantôme.

Other visit worthy villages close by: St. Privat des Prés, Petit Bersac, Siorac de Riberac.

Bordeaux - needs a book to itself and the towns along the river Isle are full of interesting features.

 Map location for Chassaignes

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