Idyllic and rustic cottage in stunning grounds with private terrace

Maison des Vignes, named after the vines that grow above it's sunny terrace, is situated in the grounds of Le Manoir du Bois Mignon. A detached 250 year old cottage, provides luxurious but authentic and rustic French accommodation in stunning and peaceful surroundings overlooking beautiful grounds and the Dordogne river. Renovated in 2020, featuring a modern kitchen and bathroom and a mix of antique and contemporary furnishings, beamed ceilings, original terracotta tile floors, window shutters, large working Perigordian fireplace and even an original stone wash basin have been retained. The spacious accommodation on 1 level extends to 120 Sq metres, and sleeps 4-6 people in 2 bedrooms (additional single beds can be put into bedrooms by prior arrangement) The heart of the cottage is it's large open plan living/dining room, this is a really sociable room and a cool place away from the heat of the summer sun. The rest of the accommodation comprises of 2 elegantly furnished bedrooms both with king sized double beds. Outside on the terrace are both lounging and alfresco dining areas, large BBQ and comfy sunloungers. Guests have shared use of a stunning pool and 2 acres of mature grounds.

Maison des Vignes is owned and operated by British couple , Rob and Vanessa who are ex Marketing and Recruitment Executives who have left the London rat race to follow their dream to live in France and run a boutique B&B and Gite business. We love meeting and greeting new people and sharing our amazing home. We are fully available to help you during your stay to assist you with any needs you may have but without being intrusive. We are happy to advise on local attractions, restaurants and events. If you are celebrating a special occasion or looking to treat yourself to a massage or anything else then we are here to help to make the most of your stay.

Visitors to the Dordogne valley are surrounded at every turn by rolling fields of sunflowers, wheat, grape vines and orchards which provide a spectacular green and gold backdrop to the beautiful medieval bastide towns and chateaux which pepper the region. We are perfectly located to explore Bordeaux and Bergerac wine appellations including St Emilion, Pomerol, Bergerac, Montravel, Duras, Pecharmont and Monbazilliac. Vineyards are open to the public where wine tasting and wine tours are plentiful. The Saturday market at Ste Foy La Grande, voted ‘best market in France’ is bustling and vibrant and a perfect way to while away a few hours in the French morning sunshine. Colourful night markets, cultural and music festivals, brocantes and antique fairs run across the region throughout the whole Summer. The Dordogne is a haven for outdoor pursuits including, hiking, horse riding, cycling and water sports. The river offers local swimming beaches, canoeing and paddle boarding. Less than a 20 minute drive away is Le Lac du Gurcon, a natural, 70 acre lake with a sandy beach, swimming and water sports and the thriving and cultural city of Bordeaux is less than an hour away.