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Places to visit: Brantome
Beautiful Brantôme. One of the most beautiful places in the Dordogne. Known as the ‘Green Venice of the Périgord’. Built by the Benedictine Monks, who arrived here in the 8th century. A perfect venue for a day trip. There is a wide variety of restaurants alongside the river Dronne. You can even kayak down the ... Read more
The wonder of Macarons.
I know. We’re all meant to be detoxing. But today is the day when most of us are back at work. And you may require a little sugar hit, and a macaron provides just that! It is rumored that King Louis XIV of France ate macarons at his wedding in 1660 after a pastry chef ... Read more
Places to visit: Château de Rochechouart
Château de Rochechouart is 20 minutes from us, and worth a visit. Built in the 13th century, the château is located at the top of the Grêne and Vayres. Near to the site of an asteroid landing – which you can still see evidence of today. Aymeric VI (1170-1230) built the current castle, of which ... Read more
J’adore la Tarte Tatin
Tarte Tatin – a glorious mistake. In the mid- 19th century, the story goes, the demoiselles Tatin were left penniless when their father died. Luckily they lived just opposite the new railroad station at Lamotte-Beuvron, a small town south of Orleans. They took in travelers and baked the crusty, dark apple tart their father had ... Read more
Places to visit: Château Arnac-Pompadour
Château Arnac-Pompadour ~ the equestrian centre of France. This beautiful chateau is home to the national stud and the birthplace of the Anglo-Arab horse. It is well worth a visit. Regular events include horse shows, eventing, carriage driving, and horse racing. Take a day trip there, it’s just 45 minutes away. We’ll supply a picnic ... Read more
Places to visit: Château de Jumilhac
Château de Jumilhac is a true fairytale castle. Located just 24 minutes from us, it is worthy of a visit… The towers and turrets have led to Jumilhac being described as having the most romantic roof in France. There is a myriad of turrets, the romantic theme continues in the interior of the building. Chateau ... Read more
Places to visit: Local markets
French markets. They really are as good as you can imagine. Fresh, locally produced foods. Delicious cheese. Handmade crafts. Visiting a French market is a true event. Make a morning of visiting the markets, then stop for lunch. Regular markets near to us are: Châlus: every Friday and 5 mins away Piegut-Pluviers: every Wednesday 25mins ... Read more
Things to do: Hiking
Sundays are for hiking. There is nothing better than getting out and about on hike. The Périgord-Limousin park has a variety of landscapes, with numerous trails. There are over 2,000km of marked trails, two of which cross right by our front door. We are along the ‘Limousin Route’ for the Santiago De Compostela pilgrimage. A ... Read more
Festival weddings.
Looking for a wedding venue, that is a blank canvas? A place where you can create your own vision? Where your guests can glamp for several nights, to party on? With acres of meadows and woodland, set in south west France, we can help. Come and create your own#festivalwedding with us.
Things to do: Kayaking, canoeing or Stand Up Paddle boarding (SUP)
Paddle down the magnificent Vienne river in a canoe or kayak. The local club at Aixe-sur-Vienne: http://www.aixeck.fr/ provide: kayaking, canoeing or stand up paddle boarding. Just 15 minutes from us we can organise sessions for you.
How it all began…
It’s a little over a year since our family first viewed our new home in France. It’s been a fantastic journey, with a few bumps in the road. I just wanted to share our experience in the hope that it may help others… Viewing: It took about 10 x direct messages via Greenacres to reach ... Read more
Things to do: lake swimming & velo rail
Life’s a beach. We have the beautiful Beautiful Bussière-Galant five minutes away, with the https://espace-hermeline.com/home-espace-hermeline.html Here you’ll find dreamy sandy beaches, lake waters, and à vélo rail, where you can hire vélo bikes to ride along. Along with zip wires and outdoor attractions. The perfect destination to indulge adrenaline junkies or to head for a ... Read more
It’s not camping, we’re all about glamping.
Good morning, after a night spent star gazing ⭐️ waking up to sunshine, after a good night’s sleep in a super comfy, double bed. It’s not camping, we’re all about glamping. And we’ll even serve you breakfast in bed! Solar electric to the tents + luxury bedding + plenty of space for luggage + even ... Read more