Notes from the host
Farmhouse for 8 People
* Exclusive large heated private pool: 12 x 6m (40 x 20 ft) (almost 50% larger than the usual 10x5m)
* Luxurious spa, with view over the valley + Wood-fired sauna
* Wood-fired pizza oven and eating area
* Spa, sauna and pizza oven also accessible by our second property (Swimming Pool, garden, terrace, barbecue for your exclusive use)
* Solar heating and insulated cover to keep the pool water warm
* Coloured underwater pool lighting
* Pool enclosed with security fences & gates, to prevent young children from entering the pool area
* Large barbecue & work surfaces on large terrace
* Wifi included
* Bedlinen and towels included in the price
* Sleeps 8 guests maximum in 4 bedrooms.
* 2 double bedrooms with king size double beds (160cm)
* 2 twin bedrooms with twin beds (90cm)
* Baby equipment: 2 cots, 2 high chairs, baby bath & child step
* Fully equipped kitchen: Bosch dishwasher, Bosch washing machine and Bosch oven.
* Widescreen 55” Ultra HD television with UK & French TV channels plus Blu-ray DVD player
* Games field: table tennis, badminton, volleyball and football, plus a large nature area and swings
* Village: 2 minutes away by car, with village shop (daily bread deliveries) and bar/restaurant
* Town: 5 minutes by car, for all amenities: shops, supermarkets, restaurants, cafés, pharmacies, doctors, weekly market etc
* Within easy reach of many tourist attractions: Brantome, “the Venice of the Dordogne”, the monolithic church at Aubeterre, prehistoric caves at Villars, chateaux, lakes, canoeing, golf etc. Plenty of visits for adults and children alike.
* Please note: end of stay cleaning is not included.
* Guests will be sent a contract to sign and return.
Reviews:
All good!
Very Nice people to deal with, no nonsense with deposits or payment, and a very nice property. All good! (george l.)
Fantastic holiday here
Everyone enjoyed it - something for everyone - the kids loved the games field - the adults loved the spa - and both loved the pool. Booking was easy - all questions answered promptly - proper contract exchanged. The gardens were well looked after - the pool was spotless - loungers - lovely terrace with huge tables and great lighting. Kitchen had everything and lifesaver of a dishwasher. Beds were comfortable - bedrooms were roomy and very clean. Towels came in handy so we didn't need to lug them from the UK, which meant more room for wine on the trip home! Would love to go again. (S&S, Derby)
Best holiday so far!
We stayed at this holiday home, for 2 weeks, sharing with another family with whom we have been on holiday the last 8 years. And we all agreed that this property was the best of the lot. The interior is very well presented and equipped. We wanted for nothing: large shaded outdoor terrace, big barbecue, and superb swimming pool. And in the evening, the terrace is romantically lit as well as coloured lights in the pool .... so, we were often impatient for it to get dark! Truly memorable. And the spa (or hot-tub or jacuzzi, or whatever you want to call it) was the "piece de resistance"! We tried at all times of the day. The problem is that a spa is now mandatory on the list for the holidays in the future, so that our choices will be more limited. But to have a touch of luxury was very special we felt like millionaires for the fortnight. We also appreciated the quality of the beds. It is always our main complaint on "gite / villa" type holidays that the beds are too small or poor quality sinking mattresses. Not this time! A real double 160cm, with quality mattress. Given that we spend around a third of the day in bed (or more!) this is normally the thing we complain most about after our holiday. But this property did well, with beds that are more comfortable and larger than ours at home. We adults also enjoyed the gardens with lots of flowers, trees and shrubs, all with great summer colors. We tried a few restaurants in the area. Thank you Lesley for helping with recommendations and reservations. All were good and excellent. The Friday morning market was a success for all. Surprisingly large for a town of modest size. Our only problem was at the end of our stay, telling the children that we had to go home. We managed to stop the tears by agreeing an evening swim after dark, with colored lights in the pool. We have always looked for a different property each year when choosing our next holiday. But we'll probably go back to « La Maison », because I think it will be hard to beat. Thank you for an unforgettable stay: our best until now! (P&T, England)
Magnificent holiday home
We really appreciated this holiday home where we spent a week holidaying with family and friends. It is spacious, very well maintained and very well equipped. The big pool is very pleasant. We made good use of the spa (guaranteed relaxation) whilst the children played table tennis or were in the pool. The owners John and Lesley look after their guests very well. The children and adults all enjoyed the pizza evening where the children had to prepare and cook their own pizza in the oven built by John. Everyone had a good time. We also went visiting in the area - our favourite visit was the church built into the rock at Aubeterre, a very unusual building not to be missed. There are also the villages of St Jean de Cole and Brantome which are a must. At Brantome we hired canoes with the children - a pleasurable experience. I recommend this holiday home to people in search of a relaxing time with family and / or friends. (Evelyne N. France)
A place to visit again
We were amazed at the first class facilities afforded to us. No expense spared. Tasteful furniture and accessories. Clean and tidy house. Great swimming pool for us to enjoy at any time of the day. A place to visit again. (Clockwork, Sidcup, Kent)
Super holiday for all the family !
We loved the holiday we spent at La Maison. Everyone, from the great grandmother (94 years old) to the twins (5 months), found an ideal place for both activity and relaxation. The house is well equipped, clean and comfortable. All equipment: dishwasher, freezer, washing machine, make the daily life of a large family much easier. We enjoyed dining on the terrace which is shaded at lunch time when the sun is hot, and refreshing in the evening. The barbecue was also much appreciated. The beds are good and extra equipment for babies was provided by the owners. As most of us had busy lives before reaching Villetoureix, we spent a lot of time relaxing and swimming, so the pool and spa were most welcome. Among us, there was a seven year old girl and we were reassured by the security fence that limited access to the pool. In the evening we played Mölkky (Finnish bowling) on the lawn near the pool. The TV room was perfectly suited to watching DVDs. The kitchen was also a nice place to get together with family and play board games. John and Lesley were very friendly and were helpful for the small problems we encountered. They also gave us good tips for shopping in the region. Riberac market is a marvel. As we enjoy good food, it was a pleasure to buy fresh fruit and vegetables from local farmers. We also enjoyed boating on the river, and a few walks in the neighborhood. We enjoyed visiting Romanesque churches, but did not do much visiting. Regarding the restaurants, we went to Le Lavoir where we received a warm welcome and experienced simple and good cuisine. This villa is a place we would recommend to our family and our friends. We would also go back without hesitation.
(Martine, Yvelines, France )
