Holiday home, Manoir Altheas.

Introduction

Imagine the sophistication of a modern, airy Parisian apartment, set in a house in the Dordogne. This is Manoir Altheas, a holiday home built in 1800 and restored to the height of elegance. Each room embodies style, ease and an authentic sense of Périgord charm. Set into the hillside over two floors, you’ll admire the lush flower gardens reached from the upper level and large traditional windows that bring the fresh country air inside.

Step into the marble tiled hallway of this 19th century French maison and walk through to the sitting room with its high ceiling, ornamental fireplace and a cabinet with Smart TV (Netflix/Prime etc) and a DVD player. There is a light-filled dining room next door showcasing more antique pieces, alongside a modern shower room.

Following the wide curved staircase to the upper floor, you will surely find yourself spending most of your time relaxing in the glorious contemporary kitchen and lounge with doors opening out to the large stone terrace overlooking the gardens above. There are four bedrooms on this floor – three doubles (two with king-size beds) and a twin – alongside two bathrooms (en suite to two of the bedrooms or accessed via the landing). An independent one-bedroom garden cottage, furnished with equal taste and classic style, sleeps two further guests if required.

Relax on the large stone terrace soaking up the sun or make the most of the shady awnings as you enjoy al-fresco Périgord feasts accompanied by good local wine from the many Bergerac vineyards nearby. The private garden is simply idyllic, like a step back in time – admire roses, hibiscus, apple and cherry trees as you wander along its different levels with rustic stone steps. The garden is not overlooked and opens out to rural farmland and countryside so typical of the Périgord - it is truly your very own peaceful paradise.

Stroll along the lane to the pretty village of Lanquais with its old sandstone houses, little square and local school, then continue on to the nearby restaurant, a relaxed and friendly auberge serving French fare.

It’s less than a 10-minute drive to Lalinde, a bastide town by the banks of the Dordogne, home to inviting restaurants, food shops and a wonderful Thursday morning market. Don’t miss the lovely Sunday morning market in the medieval village of Issigeac whilst other picture-perfect villages close by include Trémolat, Limeuil, Beaumont-du-Périgord and Monpazier.

Play golf in stunning surroundings, enjoy tennis in the local village, follow a wealth of walking and cycling routes and visit vineyards around Monbazillac, Saussignac and Pécharmant or even as far as Bordeaux and Saint-Émilion.

Of course, Bergerac and Sarlat-la-Canéda are also fine days out for more historic architecture and gastronomic delights or stay closer to home as you canoe along the river, dine out in authentic local restaurants and experience the captivating beauty of the Dordogne.

Accommodation details

Main House Interiors

Ground Level

- Entrance and hallway

- Living room with decorative marble fireplace, Smart TV (Netflix, Prime video etc) and DVD player (in TV cabinet)

- Formal dining room

- Shower room with shower, sink, WC and washing machine

Upper Level and Garden Access

- Open-plan lounge and kitchen-diner with doors opening out to stone terrace overlooking the gardens. Kitchen fully-equipped including electric oven, halogen hob, dishwasher, large fridge and separate freezer, ice-maker, kettle, filter coffee machine and toaster

- Bedroom 1 with king-size double bed

- Bedroom 2 with king-size double bed

- Bedroom 3 with double bed

- Bedroom 4 with twin beds and doors opening out to terrace and gardens

- Bathroom with bath, sink and WC (accessed via bedroom 1 or landing)

- Shower room with shower, sink and WC (accessed via bedroom 3 or landing)

Garden Cottage Interiors (separate to main house)

- Open-plan living and dining area with CD player and small library

- Open-plan kitchen, well-equipped including dishwasher, large fridge with freezer section, oven and hob

- Bedroom with double bed

- Shower room with shower, sink, washing machine/dryer

Outside Grounds

The stone terrace and beautiful gardens are accessed from the open-plan lounge and kitchen on the upper floor of the main house

- Large stone terrace with awnings

- Al-fresco dining table and chairs

- Weber-style barbecue

- Large garden (different levels with many stone steps)

- Small orchard

Calendar 2026 2027

Rental Rates

• Security Deposit: £1000 charged to client's credit card prior to arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection.
• Prices are for the rental of the entire property, payable in GBP.
• 35% deposit due at the time of booking. 65% balance due 12 weeks prior to arrival.
• Bookings run from 4:00pm on your day of arrival to 10:00am on your day of departure.
• No smoking in the property.
• Bookings include electricity, water, linen, towels and pool towels (not beach towels).

Tourist Tax
Where applicable, Pure France is required to collect and remit local government tourism taxes on behalf of our property owners. These taxes are calculated and collected from guests at the time of booking. Pure France then remits collected taxes to the applicable tax authority on the property owners' behalf.

Location

Manoir Altheas and its beautiful gardens are set on the edge of a pretty Dordogne village less than a 10-minute drive to the historic riverside town of Lalinde, only 18km from Bergerac.

The nearest airports are Bergerac (17km) and Bordeaux (123km) and there is a train station in Lalinde (7km) with direct departures to Bergerac, Bordeaux Saint-Jean and Gare de Sarlat. A car is necessary to be able to fully explore this fantastic region – parking is on the street within 20m of the front door.

It’s lovely to be able to stroll into the small, authentic village of Lanquis with its school, church, pretty square and charming old houses – Lanquis has been referred to as one of the Dordogne’s prettiest villages. Walk a little further along the village road to a friendly restaurant serving good quality French cuisine – the restaurant terrace is especially pleasant on warm summer days.

The next village is Couze-et-Saint-Front (4km) with a boulangerie, pharmacy and charming small restaurant. Cross over the Dordogne River to reach the bastide town of Lalinde (7km), home to a good-sized supermarket, inviting food shops and lovely restaurants. It’s a joy to potter around this historic town thanks to its picturesque riverside setting and medieval houses – don’t miss the excellent Thursday morning market (and smaller market on a Saturday morning).

There are some wonderful marked walking/hiking trails and cycling opportunities nearby (bike hire can be arranged near the train station in Lalinde) as well as canoeing/kayaking along the Dordogne and riverside beaches for summer swimming. Discover summer watersports along the river near Trémolat (18km) and boat trips from Bergerac.

Golf-lovers note that the reasonably challenging 9-hole course at Château les Merles is just 10 minutes by car, also home to a great restaurant and terrace, whilst Château des Vigiers (40km) and Golf de la Marterie (35km) are two larger courses to consider.

Other stunning places to visit across the Dordogne include Issigeac (13km), a delightful medieval village famed for its characterful Sunday morning market, and pretty riverside villages such as Trémolat (18km), Limeuil (25km), La Roque-Gageac (50km) and Domme (60km).

Heading south are the bastide towns of Monpazier (28km) and Monflanquin (40km), both officially classified as France’s ‘Plus Beaux Villages’, whilst the much-loved towns of Bergerac (18km) and Sarlat-la-Canéda (58km) are brilliant days out. Not to mention a wealth of vineyards including the sweet wines produced at nearby Château de Monbazillac (20km) or venture further afield to the world-famous vines of Saint-Émilion (74km).

The Region

Experience the magnificence of the Dordogne River whilst staying close to Bergerac, a historic town with a fine reputation for its wine, gastronomy, history and art. What’s more, Bergerac is easily accessible with its own international airport and it is just over an hour from Bordeaux with TGV connections to Paris.

In the Périgord Pourpre and wonderfully located for reaching the Lot-et-Garonne and Gironde regions of south-western France, Bergerac is classified as a city of art and history. A stroll around Bergerac’s old town will be high on your itinerary – explore medieval cobbled lanes as you admire half-timbered houses, pretty squares as well as inviting shops and restaurants as you follow the fictional footsteps of Cyrano de Bergerac. On a Wednesday and Saturday morning, don’t miss the delightful market near the handsome Notre-Dame de Bergerac.

Sail along the Dordogne from Bergerac on board a traditional gabarre vessel or take a walk by the river’s edge before finding an idyllic spot for a picnic. Cycling enthusiasts will adore the voie verte from the Canal de Lalinde towards Mouleydier, Creysse and Bergerac, partly following the banks of the river. There are of course ample opportunities for canoeing along the Dordogne or hiking through the Périgord Pourpre’s forests, orchards and vineyards - the region’s natural beauty will captivate you with its mild climate and idyllic riverside scenery.

Wine lovers should visit the Château de Monbazillac, just south of Bergerac, or spend time sampling other wine appellations at vineyards and wine châteaux near the likes of Montravel, Pineuilh and Saussignac. Back to the charming town centre, taste a range of excellent wine at Bergerac’s Maison des Vins by the old harbour.

Beyond Bergerac, there are so many pretty places to discover. To the south-east is picture-perfect Issigeac and the bastide town of Beaumont-du-Périgord, both hosting enchanting weekly markets. Market lovers will also adore Sainte-Foy-la-Grande by the banks of the Dordogne, home to one of the Gironde’s most beautiful markets on a Saturday morning.

Local Amenities

Nearest Airport Bergerac Airport

(17km)

Nearest Airport 2 Bordeaux Airport

(123km)

Nearest Train Station Gare Lalinde

(7km)

Nearest Village Lanquais

(Around 200m to village square)

Nearest Restaurant Restaurant on edge of village

(Within 700m)

Nearest Supermarket Intermarché Super Lalinde

(7km)

Nearest Town Lalinde/Bergerac

(7km/18km)

Nearest City Périgueux

(55km)

Nearest Golf Golf Du Château Les Merles

(11km)

Nearest Tennis In the village

(Short walk)

Lanquais, Dordogne, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France

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