Self catering holiday home with pool in Dordogne

Introduction

This 200 year old property is set in a peaceful rural location within a small hamlet with stunning views over the countryside.

The authentically converted farmhouse, with gated entrance, is built of local stone with many beams throughout.

The comfortable accommodation provides 3 bedrooms and two bathrooms.

Private pool 10 x 5m with sun terrace; parasols and sun loungers.

The wisteria- clad terrace provides the perfect setting for breakfasts al fresco and evening barbecues. Lawned garden and private drive.

The Perigord region is famous for its castles, historic sites and gastronomy including the black truffle, fois gras and the local wines.

Activities include boating, horse riding, golf at Bergerac and Perigueux (30 minutes). From the house there are many delightful walks through the forest and countryside where wildlife abounds such as deer, wild boar etc.

Supermarkets, restaurants, post office and bakery are 5 min drive away at Neuvic and the market town of Mussidan is 15 mins for a large selection of shops and restaurants.

Perigeuex, the capital of the Dordogne, is 30 minutes by car. There are local street markets everyday of the week.

Perhaps the most famous of the Dordogne tourist attractions are the cave paintings around Les Eyzies. There are more pre-historic caves in this area than you could ever visit in a day!

Nearby Lac Jemaye is one of several lakes in the area offering a beach, children’s playground, nature trails, canoeing and pedaloes. With picnic area, restaurant and snack bar.

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Accommodation

Kitchen with oven and hob, fridge freezer, dishwasher and microwave

Utility Room with washing machine and second fridge

Living Room with fireplace, 2 large sofas and armchair. TV with UK satellite channels and DVD player

Dining Room with dining table and 6 chairs

Bedroom 1, double king size with ensuite WC, bath and hand basin

Bedroom 2, double

Separate bathrooms with WC, shower, hand basin and bidet

Separate bathroom 2 with WC, bath, separate shower hand basin and bidet

Stairs to 1st floor; (open- stepped staircase with handrail; might not be suitable for either toddlers or the elderly)

Bedroom 3, double king size and single bed

EXTERIOR;

Gardens of approx ½ acre mainly laid to lawn

Paved terrace with wisteria-clad pergola and table and chairs. BBQ

Private pool 10 x 5m. 90cm - 2m depth
Sun terrace with loungers

Private driveway with plenty of off-road parking

 Photo gallery for Maison de St Severin, ref: 24049

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Prices

* Sterling & Dollar rates provided ONLY as a guide - all rentals are payable in EUROS

 Prices / Booking / Availability - full details

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Local Information

Neighboring village of Villamblard has bank, post office, butcher, baker, general store, doctor and chemist.

The property is located in the hamlet of St Severin d'Estissac, almost midway between Bergerac and Perigueux.

Supermarkets, restaurants, post office and bakers are 5 mins away at Neuvic.
Musssidan, 15 mins for a larger selection of shops and restaurants.

Bergerac, 30 min.
Perigueux, 20 min.

Lac Jemaye is one of several lakes in the area offering a beach, children’s playground, nature trails, canoeing and pedoloes. With picnic area, restaurant and snack bar it offers a great day out.

There are several bastide towns throughout the valley of the Dordogne, the region of France which boasts the most chateaux. Perigueux, the capital of the department, with its cathedral and ancient city centre is half an hour away.

St. Emilion and the many vineyards of the region are a must for those who wish to sample and perhaps take home some very fine wines.

A little further afield are the classic sites of the Dordogne Valley - dramatic cliff top villages and troglodyte settlements.

 Map location for St-Severin d'Estissac

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