Our family of six, including our great uncle and a two year old grand daughter had the pleasure of renting this gorgeous home and property, close to Beynac, for twelve days in late September/ early October of this year.
The ample property is located in a quietly magical setting on a plain with long views in the heart of the Dordogne, surrounded by four chateaux, all set well up in the surrounding hillside so they are all easily seen from some point on the property. There is also an elegant and massive salt water pool area, well away from the house in a perfect spot for catching the incredible views or watching the hot air balloons float by, while cooling off and enjoying the long lingering late afternoon sun. After a day of hiking, kayaking, visiting a chateau or enjoying a late lunch somewhere close by, the pool area is a great lure to bring you back home.
The home is a spacious old stone mas, well-equipped, with a separate main floor master wing with large bathroom including a good soaker tub, a second story double bedroom with en-suite bath and a third story with two double bedrooms and a shared bathroom.Though simply outfitted, the bedrooms and bathrooms are confortable and very private.
The large family style eat-in kitchen is fully equipped and there is a gracious and attractive living room, a powder room, and two large outdoor eating areas front and back, to complete this ample accommodation. Though not bright inside, the home is tastefully outfitted in a traditional manner and is very charming and comfortable.
For active fun, not only can you swim but there is an excellent trampoline for the young and young at heart to help wear off some of the local fois gras that you are bound to be sampling in the area, not to mention some of the offerings from the many restaurants close by.
Close to so many points of interest, we found this home not only inviting and warm, but also in a very practical location that created easy opportunities for our family of all ages, offering a number of fun activities to choose from close by.
There is another large home on the property built of a lovely new stone that was not occupied during our stay. Though we did not meet the owners, we were welcomed by a charming local gentleman who cared for the properties and our needs during our visit.
A rare find! We hope to go back!