House in Bergerac, Dordogne, Aquitaine, France
Spacious House with Heated Pool and Tennis Court backing onto the Dordogne
2.5 Acre Plot just 5 mins from Bergerac
Sleeps 8 (4 Bedrooms)
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La Fontaine is a 30 year-old spacious villa is set in the middle of a completely private 2.5 acre plot with a large variety of ornamental and fruit trees and shrubs. At the front is a fenced, full-size quick surface tennis court, a large lawn, roses, a fountain and a well (sealed). The rear of the plot backs onto the Dordogne with a lockable gate giving access to steps down 15m to the river. There is an 11x5m heated swimming pool with a retractable cover, a full BBQ overlooking the river and a separate, pergola-covered dining area with electric power and lighting through out the garden. For children, there are swings, a slide and a sandpit as well as plenty of trees. The accommodation is all on the ground floor (attic is used for storage) and comprises entrance hall with cloakroom, large kitchen, 62sqm triple-aspect lounge/dining room with desk/study area with computer and broadband connection, 4 spacious double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 1 shower room.
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| Rental periods | |
| 19 July - 5 September 2008 | £1500 |
| 6 September - 3 October 2008 | £1000 |
| 4 - 31 October 2008 | £800 |
| 1 November - 19 December 2008 | £600 |
| 20 December 2008 - 2 January 2009 | £1000 |
| 3 January - 3 April 2009 | £600 |
| 4 April - 1 May 2009 | £900 |
| 2 May - 26 June 2009 | £1150 |
| 27 June - 18 September 2009 | £1650 |
| 19 September - 30 October 2009 | £1150 |
| 31 October - 18 December 2009 | £600 |
Notes on prices
Prices are for the property per week in UK pounds.
Changeover day
Saturday changeover days. Arrival after 4pm and departure before 10am.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Bedroom 1 with queen-size double with en-suite. Bedroom 2 with 2 large (1m) singles, en-suite. Bedroom 3 with queen-size double. Bedroom 4 with 2 single beds. All bedrooms are large. Cot available. |
| Bathrooms: | Family bathroom with large, marble-tiled with bath, separate shower, WC. En-suite to bedroom 1 with large, marble-tiled with double bath, hand shower, WC. En-suite to bedroom 2 with shower and WC. Separate WC off entrance hall. |
| Kitchen: | Fully fitted with all electric appliances (no bottled gas to worry about!). Oven, 6-ring hob, microwave, fridge, freezer and dishwasher. |
| Utility Room: | Washing machine, tumble-dryer, double sink. |
| Living Rooms: | Spacious 62sqm lounge/dining room with dining table to comfortably seat 12. Large log-burning fire with seating for 9. French doors lead to garden. |
| Other: | Separate study area with PC with broadband connection. TV (free satellite UK & French channels), DVD player, CD HiFi with iPod dock. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
All bed linen and bath towels provided. |
Notes on accommodation
You have the best of both worlds here! It is a spacious house in extensive grounds yet you are close to the picturesque old town of Bergerac with its wide range of cafes, restaurants, shops and markets. You have your own tennis court, pool and view of the river as well as an array of good restaurants just five minutes drive away in Bergerac and nearby villages. Large supermarkets are just a five-minute drive and the boulangerie is just a 20-minute walk. The house is on the southern edge of Bergerac, just a 25 minute walk (or a 5 minute drive) to the pedestrianised area of the old quarter and just a 10 minute drive to the small Bergerac airport (it is not under the flight path of the small number of planes that use it). The house is situated in a perfect location for exploring the Dordogne valley and beyond. Just 5 miles away are the famous wine regions of Monbazillac, Bergerac and Pecharmant; St Emilion and Bordeaux are 50 minutes and 80 minutes drive respectively.
- hob/stove,
- oven,
- fridge/freezer,
- fridge,
- microwave,
- dishwasher,
- washing machine,
- tumble dryer,
- iron/ironing board,
- cable tv,
- satellite tv,
- tv,
- internet access,
- central heating,
- cot,
- high chair,
- barbecue,
- private pool (for sole use of guests),
- pool heating
Accessibility
All of the accommodation is on the ground floor. There are 2-3 steps into the house at each of the French windows and the front door.
Outside
The house is approached via a driveway to lockable gates and sits in the middle of a 2.5 acre (10,000 sq.m.) plot. The tennis court located in the front garden, has a hard surface, is partially shaded by trees and is for the exclusive use of guests. The front terrace, accessed through French windows from the kitchen, is ideal for outside dining. The exclusive, private L-shaped swimming pool is approx 11m x 5m (0.9m -2.0m deep) surrounded by a paved area and extensive lawn giving plenty of space for lounging. It has an easily retractable cover which can be used on those (albeit rare) chilly days, and when closed provides full security. The pool is heated between 1 May - 31 October. A pergola with table and chairs offers an alternative dining area with a BBQ overlooking the river.
Coast/Beach
Nearest beaches are west of Bordeaux c170km. The Dordogne and Vezere rivers nearby are great for canoeing.
Golf
Chateau des Vigiers (Monestier) 24km. Chateau les Merles (Mouleydier) 13km. St Felix-de-Reihac 50km. Siorac 44km.
Le Bugue 43km. Domaine de Rochebois (Vitrac) 58km.
Travel
Car recommended. Bergerac airport 10 mins drive. Bordeaux airport 90 mins drive. Caen 680km. Calais 740km (9 hours). Nearest Autoroute 21km (A89 Mussidan).
Distances
Bergerac 2km. Bordeaux 80 mins drive. St Emilion 50 mins drive. Sarlat 45 mins drive. Many vineyards within 20 mins drive.
Further details
You have the best of both worlds here! It is a spacious house in extensive grounds yet you are close to the picturesque old town of Bergerac with its wide range of cafes, restaurants, shops and markets. View of the river as well as an array of good restaurants just 5 mins drive away in Bergerac and nearby villages. Large supermarkets are just a 5 min drive and the boulangerie is just a 20 min walk. The house is on the southern edge of Bergerac, just a 25 min walk/5 min drive to the pedestrianised area of the old quarter and just a 10 min drive to the small Bergerac airport (it is not under the flight path of the small number of planes that use it).
The house is situated in a perfect location for exploring the Dordogne valley and beyond. Just 5 miles away are the famous wine regions of Monbazillac, Bergerac and Pecharmant; St Emilion and Bordeaux are 50 mins and 80 mins drive respectively. The Dordogne is an excellent area for getting away from the tourist crowds with the best of French scenery and superb food and drink. It is a wine-lovers paradise, 13 AOC wines including Bergerac, Pecharmant and Monbazillac which are just mins away from the house and St Emilion and the other classic Bordeaux regions just a little further afield. Follow one of the many Routes des Vins and sample the wines with the friendly winemakers.
As for restaurants, you are spoilt for choice! In Bergerac there is a terrific selection from small relaxed family-run brasseries to the more formal places. Just a few mins away towards Montbazillac are 2 great places with top-quality menus at just 23-28 euro and there are many more great places that we can personally recommend (after arduous research!) in the surrounding villages. They offer a great range of dishes to choose from including local specialities confit de canard, foie gras, wild mushrooms, walnuts and truffles.
Booking notes
20% deposit with booking. Balance paid 8 weeks prior to arrival.
For booking and further information
Stephen and Brigitte Hyde
Tel: (UK) + 44 (0)1707 392055
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