Notes from the host
Rousselie Haute
ROUSSELIE HAUTE PERFECT FOR ADULTS AND CHILDREN -Rousselie haute is a stunning converted barn, south facing set on top of a hill with fantastic views over the beautiful Dordogne countryside. The beautiful oak balcony is a major feature.
Inside the many large windows make the property especially light. The house is very well equipped for both adults and children. We do allow dogs.
CHILD SAFETY - There are stair gates at the top and the bottom of the internal staircase.
All of the doors leading to the balcony are lockable.
There is safety netting on the upstairs landing.
WONDERFULLY EQUIPPED HOLIDAY HOME PERFECT FOR ADULTS AND CHILDREN
HEATED POOL
5 BEDROOMS, 3 BATHROOMS, 3 WC’S
SLEEPING 10 + INFANTS IN COTS
EXCLUSIVE BEAUTIFUL SOUTH FACING GARDENS 1 ACRE IN SIZE
WIFI THROUGHOUT HOUSE
3 COTS, 2 HIGH CHAIRS, BABY INTERCOM, CHANGING TABLE, BED GUARDS, BABY BATH, BOTTLE WARMER
NEW VERY WELL EQUIPPED KITCHEN
UTILITY ROOM WITH WASHING MACHINE, DRYERS, ADDITIONAL FRIDGE FOR GUESTS
LARGE SELECTION CHILDRENS TOYS GAMES CHILDRENS DVD’S
TABLE FOOTBALL
2 FLATSCREEN TV’S WITH ENGLISH AND FRENCH CHANNELS
SONY PLAY STATION 4, DVD PLAYER, BLUE TOOTH MUSIC CENTRE
COVERED PATIO DIRECTLY OUTSIDE OF OUTDOOR DINING
FULLY FENCED HEATED POOL WITH GREAT VIEW -The pool is very secure as well as a fence there is a security cover which can be fitted when the pool is not in use. The pool is heated at least to 28degrees allowing swimming when non heated are too cold especially important earlier and later in the year. The pool varies in depth between 1m and 1.6m. There are sun beds, umbrellas, solar heated shower and many pool toys.
EXCLUSIVE USE OF HEATED POOL
SECURITY FENCING AND SECURITY COVER
SUNBEDS, PARASOLS
SOLAR HEATED SHOWER
POOL TOYS
THE GARDEN AND OUTSIDE - Our guests have exclusive use of the garden in front of the property (enclosed 1 acre south facing )The garden contains many beautiful trees, shrubs and flowers. The large walnut tree providing shade when it gets too hot.The covered patio area in front of the barn has tables and chairs for outdoor dining . Great for children with football pitch, bouncy castle, playhouse, swings, slides and many outdoor toys.For adults and children alike a petanque pitch and table tennis.
EXCLUSIVE FOR GUESTS LARGE (1 ACRE ) SOUTH FACING
WOODEN FURNITURE FOR OUTSIDE DINING
WEBER CHARCOAL BARBECUE
FOOTBALL PITCH
BOUNCY CASTLE
PLAY HOUSE
PETANQUE PITCH
TABLE TENNIS
SWINGS
SLIDES
LOTS OF OUTDOOR CHILDRENS TOYS
PET FRIENDLY ACCOMMODATION-After having a dog ourselves we know how difficult it can be to find pet friendly accommodation. Rousselie haute is perfect for your dog - with a large garden allowing them to run free. There are great walks for your dog straight from the house and we can help you to organize the vet ready for your return to the UK. There is a large dog cage available for use if required.
THINGS TO DO IN THE DORDOGNE-The department of the Dordogne in south-west France is one of the most beautiful and visited regions of France. With its unspoiled countryside, stunning chateaux, beautiful ancient towns and villages, pre-historic caves, world famous local gastronomy and wines/vineyards.
At Rousselie Haute your are perfectly located to visit all the various regions and attractions of the Dordogne, Perigueux the capital of the Dordogne is only 15 minutes away as is the beautiful village of Brantome .
LOCAL MARKETS-One of the great pleasures of visiting France is to enjoy wandering through a traditional French market selling wonderful local produce . Here in the Dordogne it is possible to visit a market every day of the week - remember most are finished by lunch time so don't leave it too late.
PRE-HISTORIC DORDOGNE-The Vezere valley is known as cradle of European civilization with more than 50 caves and rock shelters, traces of settlement, burial places have been discovered in the region. Fifteen of these sites are so important they have been designated as UNESCO World Heritage sites; including the famous Lascaux cave at Montignac.
THINGS TO DO-For those feeling more energetic there are many things to do including -
GREAT CANOEING ON THE RIVER DORDOGNE, DRONNE OR ONE OF THE MANY LAKES
FANTASTIC WALKING/CYCLING THROUGH LOCAL COUNTRYSIDE OR OFF ROAD ON ONE OF THE MANY WALKING/CYCLING ROUTES OR VTT TRACKS.
HORSERIDING AT ONE OF THE MANY RIDING SCHOOLS.
GOLF AT OUT LOCAL COURSE A 15 MINUTE DRIVE 18 HOLES WITH DRIVING RANGE.
RIVER BEACHES - SWIM AT ONE OF THE MANY RIVER/LAKE BEACHES.
River Beaches/Lakes
There are many river beaches/lakes in the area the best locally being lake Jemaye with its sandy beaches, childrens play areas, restaurants, bird watching hut, fishing and free canoeing.
TRAVELLING TO ROUSSELIE HAUTE
DRIVING
The ferry port/channel tunnel of Calais is around 8 hours drive.
The ferry port at Caen around 6 hours 30 minutes.
The ferry port at St Malo just over 6 hours Directions.
The ferry port of Dieppe is around 7 hours.
FLYING
The 3 nearest airports are Bergerac ( 1 hour ), Limoges ( 1 hour 30 minutes ) and Bordeaux ( 1 hours 45 minutes )
The low cost airline Ryanair and Flybe fly to Bergerac and Limoges. British airways often have reasonably priced flights to Bordeaux.
Cars can be hired directly from all these airports.
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Hosted byJohn or Jo Withams
