Les Ballats, near Castillion and Montpon - Sleeps 2-6
Holiday cottage in the Dordogne for 2-6 people, near Castillion and Montpon.
in a rural village set in vineyards and farmland. This unspoilt village offers a peaceful place to unwind from the modern day stresses.
Sleeps 6 with extra space on the gallery for children.
Airports at Bergerc and Bordeaux with car hire available at each.
Self catering accommodation - Sleeps 6 with extra space on the gallery for children
The cottage comprises a large open plan living room, (18' x 38'), divided into lounge area, dining area and kitchen area.
The passage to the rear leads to a large double bedroom, laundry area and bathroom with shower, pedestal wash basin and WC. Upstairs, off the galleried landing, there are two double bedrooms with double beds with a further two single beds on the landing.
At the front of the cottage there is a large terrace overlooking lawn area in front and to the side with ample parking. The surrounding views are over vineyards and farmland.
There is a gas fired barbecue for use on the terrace.
The local rural village set in vineyards and farmland. This unspoilt village offers a peaceful place to unwind from the modern day stresses.
An historic church overlooks the village square. The Mairie (Town Hall), Post Office with payphone, and café restaurant are close nearby.
Also, in the vicinity, is an excellent hardward store selling stamps, cards, matches, household goods, gas cylinders and much more. Boulangerie/General store.
Supermarchés: Montpon, Libourne, Bergerac, St. Foy la Grande
Local Market Days
Monday - Castillion 10 approx km
Tuesday - Ville Franche de Lonchat 3 approx km
Wednesday - Montpon 10 approx km
Saturday - Mussidan and Bergerac 20 approx km
Sunday - St. Seuran sur l'Isle 10 approx km
The region
Dordogne, department of south-west France, which covers an area of 9,060 sq km (3,500 sq mi). The department is largely made up of limestone plateaux crossed by the Dordogne and six other rivers. Dordogne has a temperate climate, though summers are hot and dry. The higher lands are often covered by forests of oak and chestnut. Picturesque river valleys support a rich variety of local agricultural produce. Particularly famous are Périgord truffles, highly prized subterranean fungi, and a particular gastronomic delight in France. Foie-gras (prepared goose liver) is another sought-after local speciality. Walnuts are one of the main agricultural products of Dordogne and the department is the chief French producer of strawberries and tobacco.
Cave paintings and engravings at Lascaux and Les Eyzies-de-Tayac bear witness to a history of human habitation in the region dating back to prehistoric times. The department's medieval heritage is especially well represented with the medieval towns of Sarlat and Brantôme being among the most beautiful in France.The Dordogne also boasts the greatest number of castles and chateaux, close to 1,000, of all the French departments. A large number date from the 13th and 14th centuries, reminders of the Anglo-French struggles when the Dordogne was the frontier region in the wars between England and France during the 100 years war. Others, however, date from the Renaissance.The capital of the department, Périgueux, reflects the region's long and diverse history, with an architectural heritage ranging from Roman ruins to Renaissance buildings lining cobbled streets.
Swimming
Lac De Gurcon is on the road to Villfranche de Lonchat and is a fresh water lake with sandy beaches slides, café, restaurant. Montpon has a large outdoor pool firework displays are normally held in the Play area, approx 14th July in the village also at Castillion.
Canoeing and Fishing
At Montpon it is possible to hire canoes, for fishing you need licences from the shop in town. It is worth taking the bike sometimes you get a surprise when the travelling circus arrives
Rates
2–30 June & 1-29 September
£200 per 2 persons
£220 per 4 persons
£240 per 6 persons
30 June – 1 September
£240 per 2 persons
£260 per 4 persons
£300 per 6 persons
Available: pillows/duvets. Need to take: towels, sheets/duvet covers or we can supply, please ask for details.
Flexible dates, i.e. midweek–midweek in 7-day blocks are available to make it easier and cheaper to book passages to and from France.
Note: for persons wishing longer stays, say for house searching or moving to the area prior to completion of their new property, please make your needs known to me. We will make every effort to accommodate you.
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