About the Homestay
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I live in the French countryside with my French partner who is the local mayor and pharmacist. We have three border collies and a large hillside garden with wide-sweeping views, swimming pool and sun terraces.
One of our dogs is definitely not used to young children and has a strong tendency to herd and nip small creatures who move fast, he thinks they are sheep or pupies. The other two are rescued dogs so we are not sure of their temperament with regard to young children hence our reluctance to accomodate families with toddlers or children who are not used to dogs. Aside from this the dogs are friendly and welcoming, especially to anyone with a ball in their hand or who likes to cuddle!
We are ideally placed for visiting Bordeaux, Dordogne and the Atlantic coast but my favourite place to visit is Périgueux where we have an appartment which we also let for holidays and short breaks! When there are no guests we stay there ourselves, I particularly enjoy Saturdays there as the local farmers' market is full of local delicacies and there is a very good wine shop below the appartment. Nothing can be better than oysters and a nice bottle of chilled white wine on the terrace!
We are in the process of converting a large barn but all the major tasks are done and we have lots of finished living space to enjoy. All the bedrooms have en suites. We have a large terrace which faces the sun and in the summer we enjoy charcoal grills there.
There are some beautiful spots in the garden, on the other side of the road, to watch the sun set or indeed the sunrise from! One of those spots is the swimming pool and its terrace. So the pool is separate from the house which we feel is a good security feature where children are concerned as it means a supervisory adult has to be with them at all times.
There are a number of good restaurants in the vicinity but you do need a car to get around or you can borrow our bicycles! Or you can elect to dine with us provided we are given notice, although my partner is always telling me I cook for too many people everyday! Our cuisine is pretty global from dahl pourris to paella through boeuf bourgignon to foie gras with peaches. Meals are provided at an extra cost. If you are kosher or halal we can only provide you with vegetarian and fish meals as there are no appropriate shops here. If you have other dietary requirements it is best to contact us to discuss what can be achieved.
Our favourite sports are golf -there is a 9 hole course nearby - and swimming - there is a lake with a quiet indoor pool and spa again not far away. I'm not very competitve but I enjoy a friendly practice on the badminton court whilst my partner can get quite competitive on the tennis courts , which are in the local villages.
Additional Info
We are English speaking at home but we are bilingual so if you are coming to improve your French we can accommodate you. Its our first year hosting but we rent appartments out. Parking is available but not under cover.
My Pets
Dog, Cat, Other
House Facilities
- Garden
- Bikes for use
- Computer
- Laundry
- Patio
- Barbecue
- Parking
- TV
- Internet Access
- Wheelchair Accessible
Bedrooms available for booking
About the Area
Our house is located in the countryside about 5 kilometers from the nearest village where there is a very limited train and bus service. You really need your own mode of transport here. We are located in a hamlet of five houses and it is the ideal spot to unwind and watch the abundant local wild life. There are lots of sporting and cultural activites within easy reach...provided you have a car.
Local Area Facilities
- Tennis
- Gym
- Golf
- Swimming
- Cinema
- Library
- Shopping Centre
- Horse Stables
- Water sports
- Health club
- Fishing
- Restaurant
- Train station
Meals
Hosts can offer a complimentary light breakfast at their discretion. All other meals, including a full breakfast, might incur an additional cost, if offered. Meals and any additional payment should be arranged directly with your host.
Included in the stay
- Complimentary Light Breakfast
- Use of Kitchen
Diet Type available on request
- Vegetarian
House Rules
We are a non smoking household but you are free to smoke in the gardens away from the house.
Feel free to use the kitchen but please clean up afterwards.
Please keep noise to a minimum after midnight.
You are welcome to bring friends back to the house but please clear it with us in advance.
Please play with the dogs and keep the gates closed. The house should be locked if you are the last to go out.
Smoking Rules
Your host is a non-smoker.
Smoking is allowed outdoors only.
2 Reviews
September 2018
Wow what wonderful people. I had the best stay in their beautiful farmhouse in the French countryside. Nicola cooked amazing food and Priex who is the local major let Me cycle on his buy. This house is in an amazing place
With Auberterre so close. The flat In Périgueux is also wonderful. Thank you !!August 2014
Really, really fantastic experience. We enjoy every moment with Nicola and her husband. They are a sympathic couple that made easy everything for us. We were very lucky to find them. The house is in a very quite place, where you can see the mountains and the sunset. Nicola is a very good "Chef" and we enjoyed every dinner that she made for us. We hope we can see them again...
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