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An attractive, comfortable converted barn close to the sites of the Dordogne

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8170 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Pool

Explore the area

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Saint-Laurent-La-Vallée, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
  • Château des Milandes
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Château de Castelnaud
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Gardens of Marqueyssac
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Sarlat-la-Caneda (XSL-Aerodrome de Sarlat)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

An attractive, comfortable converted barn close to the sites of the Dordogne

This property has been lovingly restored, with accommodation to sleep up to ten people. It consists of three double bedrooms, one of which is downstairs, a twin room and the fourth family room consisting of a double and two single beds, two shower rooms (one of which is en-suite and also one which is downstairs) and a bathroom.
The Ground Floor is open-plan with fully-equipped lounge, kitchen and dining areas. The surrounding courtyard and land provide a choice of areas for dining outside, for which a barbecue is provided. T
There is a good size pool of 8 x 4.5 x 1.2m partly built in to the ground at one end for ground level accessibility with decking and secure for small children.
This peaceful, remote setting in the heart of the Périgord Noir, is positioned on the outskirts of a charming village, St Laurent La Vallée, which possesses a delightful Bar/Restaurant and a very useful general store. Close to other villages with useful facilities and shops.
The surrounding countryside brings many opportunities for outdoor activities, such as walking, cycling, hot-air ballooning, fishing, golf, horseback riding, canoeing and swimming.
The property is well positioned for visiting the many local historical attractions, not forgetting the vineyards of Bergerac.


Heating: There is a large wood burner in the open-plan area downstairs which heats the ground floor extremely well, logs can be provided. There are also electric heaters in the bedrooms which provide sufficient heating in the colder periods.

For letting periods where heating is required, there is a minimum charge of €50 per week depending on number of people staying/rooms being used.

Property manager

Matthew & Susie Sleigh

Languages

English, French, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We ask guests kindly to leave the property as they find it. In the event that they do not wish to clean the property before departure, a cleaning cha
Groups of families allowed and groups of adults over 21 years old

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Saint-Laurent-la-Vallee

Located in Saint-Laurent-la-Vallee, this holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Vitrac Beach and Les Grottes de Maxange, while Filature de Belves and Écomusée de la Noix are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Gardens of Marqueyssac and Perigord en Caleche. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails.
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Saint-Laurent-La-Vallée, Nouvelle-Aquitaine

What's nearby

  • Château des Milandes - 18 min drive - 15.9 km
  • Château de Castelnaud - 18 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Gardens of Marqueyssac - 18 min drive - 16.3 km
  • Château de Marqueyssac - 19 min drive - 16.6 km
  • Château de Beynac - 24 min drive - 19.9 km

Getting around

  • Belvès Station - 14 min drive
  • Brive-la-Gaillarde (BVE-Brive - Vallee de la Dordogne) - 97 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Le Café de Paris - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Pourquoi Pas - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪La Cantine de Fabrice le Chef - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Camping Moulin Paulhiac - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Les Tilleuls - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does An attractive, comfortable converted barn close to the sites of the Dordogne have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is An attractive, comfortable converted barn close to the sites of the Dordogne pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at An attractive, comfortable converted barn close to the sites of the Dordogne?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at An attractive, comfortable converted barn close to the sites of the Dordogne?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is An attractive, comfortable converted barn close to the sites of the Dordogne located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Filature de Belves, Écomusée de la Noix and Lolivarie Golf Club. Gardens of Marqueyssac and Vitrac Beach are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 24 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

philippe j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Superbe grange

Superbe location très bien équipé avec piscine géré par de superbe personnes très agréable et simpatiques dans un environnement calme. Je recommande pour ce ressourcer .
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

gregory B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

maison conviviale.

Belle rénovation à l'époque pour cette maison. Maison cosy et facile à chauffer avec le poêle à bois en place. Nous noterons la disponibilité et la gentillesse des propriétaires.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Holiday

The barn was perfect for our family vacation located in the beautiful Dordogne region. It was very comfortable and was exactly as described. Our two small grandsons loved the swimming pool, swing set and lots of room for play. The views from the barn are stunning and we never ran out of things to do close by. Matthew and Susie were the perfect hosts and very helpful with anything we needed. We would definitely recommend this beautiful barn to everyone and hope that we can return some day.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gabriele W.

Sehr nette Vermieter. Das Haus ist toll. Die Ausstattung mehr als reichlich. Die Lage einmalig.

Alles perfekt: die Vermieter, das Haus, das Grundstück mit Pool, das ganze Areal.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Bartlomiej W.

La Grange – un trésor en Dordogne

Nous avons passé d’excellentes vacances dans la grange magnifique de Matthew et Susie. La grange est spacieuse, aménage avec beaucoup de goût, très bien équipée et très propre. Les propriétaires sont des gens très sympas, prêts à aider en cas de soucis mais restent très discrets même si leur maison est proche de la grange. Nos enfants ont adoré la piscine et le grand jardin. Nous espérons pouvoir y retourner un jour. K&B
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Allen R.

Wonderful place!

Off in the country at the end of a tiny road a couple of kilometers from a tiny village. This is what I like. Suzi and Matthew were very cordial and very responsive, yet invisible when you did not need them. They have done a remarkable job renovating this very old property. It is well-equipped and has all the modern conveniences without losing its charm. It’s close enough to get to all the interesting sites quickly, but far enough away to be completely isolated from the crowds. It’s the place to go for those who want to get away from everything in the evening. The property provides incredible views of the surrounding countryside.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Doug H.

First class accommodation in a peaceful location

This is the third time we have stayed at this property and each time we have had a great time. The barn has been converted to a high standard but still has the rustic charm of the original farm building. The location could not be more peaceful and yet there are so many amazing places to visit in the area within a reasonable drive. As well as a multitude of fine restaurants (the Petit Leon at St Leon sur Vezere was a particularly special find) and chateaux and gardens to visit there are activities such as canoeing on the Dordogne and hot air ballooning which we have tried and enjoyed. The property was clean, well maintained and as advertised and the owners Matthew and Susie could not have been more helpful. An unexpected plus was that as there is so little light pollution there, the opportunities for star gazing are amazing - for many this could be their first opportunity to see the Milky Way - mind blowing! We would certainly recommend a stay here and we will be back.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Susanna H.

What a wonderful find!

Driving down through France, we spent a week in the Loire Valley and a week in the Perigord Vert before arriving at Matthew and Susie's wonderful property in the Perigord Noir. We decided this was our favourite of the areas we stayed in, not only is the scenery so beautiful but there are numerous places of interest and activities to enjoy in the area. There was a bottle of wine waiting for us - a thoughtful touch from Matthew and Susie who have done a fantastic job of converting their barn into a spacious, comfortable, tastefully furnished, extremely well equipped gite - a real home from home. We liked being close to the main tourist sites of the Dordogne but far enough removed to enjoy relaxing in the garden, enjoying the wonderful view and tranquility. We also appreciated having a shop and a restaurant within walking distance. For us this was the perfect choice of location to explore the Perigord Noir. Matthew and Susie couldn't have been more helpful and hospitable throughout our stay and always respected our privacy. We thoroughly enjoyed our time there and would have loved to have stayed longer.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Maria V.

So tranquil yet close to amenities and sights!

Our stay at Matthew and Susie's gite was pure delight. The accommodation is a beautifully converted "barn" with lovely, spacious living spaces, comfortable bedrooms and bathrooms, very well equipped kitchen and all the comforts of home. The peaceful location, the resounding quiet, the warm, clean, fragrant summer air and the dark night-sky, covered with stars one normally never sees, conspire to make one wish to stay forever. The incredible thing is that you can have this quality of peace and quiet and still be only 20 minutes away from the Dordogne River with its châteaux, its breath-taking gardens, the scenic boat rides etc. Restaurants are close-by as are speciality shops (for the truffle and fois-gras lovers) and other shops for day to day things. Sarlat, a medieval town nearby, is very well preserved and is "one of the towns most representative of 14th century France". The centre of the old town is a feast for the eyes and easy on the legs with many places to sit, have a coffee or cold drink, while absorbing the atmosphere. Belvès, also nearby, has been designated as one of the prettiest towns in France. In fact, there is so much to see that we felt cheated at not having had enough time to just enjoy staying at "home", at the gite. Matthew and Susie are very warm, friendly and ready to help with every request. The photo album showing their labours, in converting a derelict property into the lovely abode it is now, is fascinating and makes one appreciate the result even more. Sitting outside on our last evening, glass of wine in hand, seeing the potted red geranium against the rich green of the meadow touched by the late afternoon sun, had us logging onto the Internet in a desperate attempt to reschedule our flights home. Not possible, alas.... but no matter because we will try our hardest to return as soon as possible.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Verena S.

Absolut empfehlenswert!!!

Also das waren mit die schönsten Ferien, die wir jemals erlebt haben. Das Haus ist einfach fantastisch, die Gegend wunderschön und man hat Ruhe, Ruhe und Ruhe.... Wir (zwei Päarchen und zwei Kleinkinder (2 und 3 Jahre alt)) waren im Juli 2013 eine Woche zu Gast bei Suzie und Matthew. Die beiden haben das Ferienhaus super toll renoviert, alles vom Feinsten. Es gibt viel Platz drinnen und draußen. Die Zimmer sind sehr geräumig und alles ist sehr geschmackvoll eingerichtet. Man merkt, dass Suzie und Matthew an nichts gespart und alles mit viel Liebe zum Detail eingerichtet haben. Man kommt rein und ist sofort zu Hause. Alles ist sehr sauber und die Einrichtung ist zudem auch völlig komplett, es fehlt an nichts. Der Pool ist nur ein paar Schritte vom Haus im Garten gelegen, mit Liegen auf schönem, gepflegtem Rasen. Um das Haus herum hat man auf der einen Seite einen großen Esstisch und auf der anderen einen gemütlichen Platz zum verweilen und entspannen, inklusive Hollywoodschaukel, wo man abends ganz gemütlich einen guten Wein genießen kann. Suzie und Matthew sind absolut vertrauenswürdig, sehr entgegenkommend und diskret. Sie wohnen im Haus nebenan, helfen sofort bei allen Frage und Problemen und haben massig Informationsmaterial zur Umgebung gesammelt und bereit gestellt. Sie geben gern Tips, wenn es darum geht, ein tolles Restaurant zu finden oder die Markttage in der näheren Umgebung herauszufinden. (Sie haben für uns sogar das Rathaus angerufen, um die Adresse eines Ziegenkäseherstellers zu erfragen, den wir dann auch besucht haben) Sie sind die perfekten Gastgeber, sehr diskret aber stets präsent. Die Landschaft ist satt und saftig, grün und wunderschön. Man kann viele kleine Städtchen (manchmal sehr touristisch, weil eben sehr hübsch), Grotten und Museen besichtigen. Sportler können sich wunderbar austoben in der freien Natur. Das Haus ist nah am Ort aber frei gelegen, es ist absolut ruhig dort, nachts sieht man einen reichen, glitzernden Sternenhimmel und wenn man jemanden auf dem Weg nach Hause trifft, dann höchstens Bambi, ist echt wahr! Im Sommer gibt es viele kleine Feste in den umliegenden Orten, die man besuchen kann. Das Essen in der Gegend ist reichhaltig und lecker aber nicht unbedingt Diätplan-kompatibel. (Auto unbedingt nötig) Ganz klare 5 Sterne für das Häuschen von Suzie und Matthew und ihre Gastfreundlichkeit. Verena S.-L.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Matthieu C.

Un petit coin de Paradis

Nous avons passé un merveilleux séjour dans cette grange aménagée avec beaucoup de goût. Les extérieurs sont très bien entretenus, vastes et offrant une vue dégagée. Le gite est très bien équipé. Les propriétaires sont charmants, discrets, et de très bon conseil. Gite situé à 20 a 30 minutes de nombreux pôles touristiques. Location idéale pour un séjour familial ou entre amis recherchant calme et tranquillité. Nous y retournerons, c'est certain!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Virginie V.

Magnifique

Nous avons été éblouis par cette magnifique maison , c'est une maison très grande et fonctionnelle decorée avec gout. Les propriétaires sont adorables et se mettent en 4 pour faire plaisir . Nous recommandons fortement . Le seul petit bémol , les principaux sites touristiques sont à 30 minutes de la location . Mais ma famille a apprécié ce calme et cet écart au grande route touristique .
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Aurore C.

Une location de grande qualité

Merci beaucoup pour ce séjour passé dans cette maison, très propre et parfaitement équipée. Cette grange a été restaurée avec beaucoup de goût et est extrêmement confortable. Nous avons bien profité de la cour intérieure et de la gentillesse des propriétaires. Les alentours de la maison sont très jolis. Nous recommandons cette maison, qui peut tout à fait accueillir 8 personnes.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Valerie V.

Excellent accommodation, beautiful view

This beautifully renovated barn is situated on top of a hillside, which means a gorgeous view on the surrounding area. We were warmly welcomed by the discrete owners Susie and Matthew and their 1 year old labrador Max. The children immediately had an extra playmate. The house was very clean, nicely decorated and large enough to welcome 8 people. We had excellent weather, so the pool was used a lot for refreshment. There were festivities going on in the neighboring villages, so we never had a dull moment; on the contrary, we are probably going back to see more of this wonderful region. Valerie, Bert, Aster & Dido form Belgium (Brussels)
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Gareth D.

Beautiful barn in a perfect location

We stayed here with our 3 young children for 2 weeks last summer and had a fantastic holiday. The barn is so well equipped and sympathetically restored with great attention to detail. It is perfectly located in a rural and peaceful valley with wonderful views, yet it is only a short drive to all the major sights. We especially loved the overground pool and the spacious grounds for the children to run around in. Matthew and Susie were great hosts, providing us with a bit of local knowledge and advice and delicious peaches from the garden! The local restaurant serves the best moules frites for miles around and the night markets at close by Bouzic and St Pompont were hard to beat as well. We will be back!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

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Excellente location à découvrir

Nous avons passés de très agréables vacances dans cette grange rénovée. La maison est très bien située car elle est isolée (calme et dépaysement assurés) et en même temps à quelques km des principaux lieux touristiques du Périgord Noir. Les espaces sont bien répartis car nous avons réussi à cohabiter à 2 couples + 4 enfants. Nous avons été très bien accueillis par les propriétaires et leur discrétion nous laissait penser qu'il n'y avait que nous sur les lieux. Nous reviendrons surement si l'avenir nous le permet.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

PIKABER

Caro et Laurent-38-VOREPPE avec nos 3 enfants.

Nous avons passé une semaine très sympa avec tout le calme, l'espace et le confort dans cette très jolie grange décorée avec beaucoup de goût et de chaleur. Les propriétaires sont disponibles et d'une gentilesse rare. Tout est prévu dans la maison, rien ne manque. On y retournera avec grand plaisir. Je le recommande vivement à tout ceux qui veulent se promener et visiter et le calme et la détente au retour des excursions.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Beautifully converted and spacious barn

We said we would be back! Just as good as last year - another fantastic week. See review below.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful converted barn in idyllic spot

We can't thank Matthew & Susie enough for a fantastic week in their beautiful, tasteful & sympathetically restored barn. The bedrooms and bathrooms are all decorated to a high standard and we felt relaxed and home from home, Our two teenaged boys aged 19 & 15 loved chilling out with the wi-fi, relaxing on the sunloungers and cooling down in the dip pool. We enjoyed eating the local food at the various evening markets and also the festivities & fireworks at the nearby village of Daglan. There is plenty to do & see from visiting castles to canoeing on the river. It was a great holiday for everyone as Susie & Matthew have thought of everything so all we needed to do was relax and unwind.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Una casa para repetir.. Realmente maravillosa!!

Estuvimos en esta propiedad 8 personas, que somos dos familias( 4 adultos y 4 niños).Fuimos a pasar una semana, y la casa es muy amplia y acogedora. Lo tienen todo decorado con mucho gusto y uno se siente como en casa. Todos los espacios están muy bien cuidados. El jardin y la piscina están de maravilla. Susie y Matthew son unos anfitriones encantadores. Tienes a tu disposición en la casa todo tipo de información de la zona, desde alquiler de canoas, biciclestas, castillos, cuevas... y cualquier cosa que necesitas ellos están ahí para ayudarte. La zona poco conocida aquí en España pero es preciosa. Os animo a venir porque merece mucho la pena. Esperamo poder repetir en un futuro. NOs ha encantado tanto a mayores como a pequeños. Unos 6 horas desde Barcelona. Gracias de nuevo a Susie y Matthew por hacernos la semana inolvidable.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Beautifully converted and spacious barn

We stayed in this beautifully converted barn for a week in August. It has been lovingly restored by Matthew and Susie and finished to a very high standard. The barn provided us (2 adults, 3 children) with a very comfortable and spacious place to return to after a day's sightseeing (and an overgound pool to cool off in!). It is set in a rural and tranquil area with beautiful views. A car is needed but it is perfectly situated to explore the wonderful Dordogne. Matthew and Susie have a good knowledge of the local area and are more than happy to recommend places to visit and things to do. It is a 5 minute drive to the village which has a shop and bar/restaurant. We ran out of time to do everything that we wanted to do in the area so we will certainly return.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

An immaculate property in a beautiful location

Mathew and Susie got us out of a tight spot when we found ourselves without accommodation at the last minute. Within a couple of hours they had organised everything so that we had somewhere to stay for the last week of our holidays - and what a find it was! The property has been lovingly restored and equipped and is immaculate. Having stayed in many rental properties over the years very few reach the standards of this newly converted barn, the attention to detail is exceptional. We all (2 adults and 3 young children) had a wonderful time touring the area, visiting many local attractions and discovering some great restaurants.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

UN LUGAR PRECIOSO

Estuvimos en esta agradable casa una semana y la verdad es que es totalmente recomendable si quieres encontrarte en una casa acogedora, con todas las comodidades y con la opcion de visitar los alrededores, en coche, donde hay mucho que ver o disfrutar de la maravillosa vista del valle pasando un tranquilo dia haciendo una barbacoa y disfrutando simplemente del entorno de la casa y de la tranquilidad del lugar. Los niños también disfrutaron mucho. Susie y Matthew, una encantadora pareja que de una manera muy discreta están dispuestos a ayudarte en lo que haga falta. Hasta la proxima.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

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Rural Retreat

We spent a week in the barn at the end of July. We had a wonderful time, the barn is very clean, well equipped and spacious ( for our family of 2 adults and 4 children. It is close to villages, ( need a car) , for those essentials. The general area is very beautiful with outstanding views. We made good use of the swimming pool for cooling down. We had a problem with the car while at the barn and Matthew and Susie helped us resolve the problem with the minimum of inconvenience. We even managed to leave our passports behind and thanks to them we were soon reunited with them. Nothing was too much trouble, great hosts.

About the host

Hosted by Matthew & Susie Sleigh

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We are an English couple with a very gentle and friendly black laborador/retriever dog and respect the tenants privacy. We are always available regarding any questions or problems.

Why they chose this property

The property is beautifully renovated and set in a wonderful position surrounded by countryside. Great for walks and close to visit sites of the Dordogne and near to the river and it's attractions

Languages:

English, French, Spanish