Robin

This farmhouse style villa in Aquitaine is perfect for a peaceful family holiday. The house is a casual, comfortable converted barn, full of beautiful old stonework and wooden beams. From this perch above the Sainte Alvere Valley the green countryside stretches out before you, full of hidden gems waiting to be discovered.

On the Dordogne River you'll find dozens of wineries near Bergerac, just a 35 minute drive away. Here you can visit the Maison des Vins, where you'll see an exhibition of the history of the 13 appellations of the Bergerac wine region. Or drive a little farther to experience famous Bordeaux region.
After a long day touring you can easily cook dinner in the updated, economical kitchen, but we recommend dining at Chez Cathy in Ste. Alvere (4 km).

If you love the outdoors, this villa holiday will be heaven. Public tennis courts can be found in Sainte Alvere, or golf is outside of Bergerac (30 km) at Chateau les Merles. A 20 minute drive will take you to Camberoux, and the nearest horseback riding stable. And if the kids are in tow, take them to the alligator show at Aquarium du Perigord Noir (18 km).

Features

Villa Interior (sleeps maximum 4 adults + 2 children)

Ground Floor

• Entrance into separate kitchen with table and chairs

• Living and dining room

• 1 double bedroom with queen size bed

• Bathroom with separate shower and WC.
  Upper Floor

• 1 double bedroom with a queen size bed

• 2 single bedrooms

• Sitting room

• Shower

• Separate WC
  Outside Grounds

• Heated pool with ladder steps (size: 8x4m / depth: 1.1-1.8 m) and alarm system

• Pool terrace with sunbeds

• Garden (slightly sloped, not fenced but with hedge border)
  Amenities

• Wi-Fi

• Portable BBQ

• Astra Satellite TV with BBC channel

• DVD

• Stereo

• High chair and cot

• Electric hob

• Electric oven

• Microwave

• Washing Machine

• Dishwasher

• Table tennis

Location

The villa is located in the Sainte Alvere valley and with easy access to the major destinations in the Dordogne department such as the historical towns of Bergerac, Sarlat and Periguex.
Just 4 km from the village of Ste Alvere with some shops, cafes and restaurants. Also near to the riverside town of Le Bugue (the drive there is full of breath-taking scenery).
The area offers a wide array of outdoor activities, from horse-riding centres to tennis, mountain-biking, golfing and water sports. Lake and fishing opportunities are also available.
On top of it all, several local villages with lovely weekly markets, excellent restaurants and historical attractions are all located within a short driving distance.
The renowned wine tasting along the Route de Vins de Bergerac is also a must.
Local Activities and Amenities

• Public tennis courts:

Arnouil, Jean-Michel, Pecharmont Tel : .
Tennis de Bergerac Millet Barrage, Tel : .
Ste. Alvere, 4k's

• Golf:

Marsac sur l'Isle, Perigueux, Tel : .
Golf Club Chateau les Merles, Mouleydier, Tel :

• Watersports :

Aqua Parc Juniorland, Bergerac ( 4 swimming pools, jacuzzi, solarium, VTT, mini-moto et quad etc.) Tel :
Sport Nautique de Bergerac, Tel :
Bassin Nautique de Tremolat at 15k's, Tel : , Tel : .
Aquafun, Tremolat, Tel :
Parc de Loisirs Neufont, St. Amand de Vergt (20k's approx) pedalo, mini-golf,
snack etc. Tel :

• Beach:
  On the River Dordogne, the Bassin de Tremolat, 15k's
  Parc de Loisirs, Neufont. 20k's. Tel :
  -Lake Fishing

Parc de Loisirs Neufont, St. Amand at 20k's.
Le Moulin de St. Pierre, Fouleix. Tel :

• VTT/bicycle hire:
  The Mountain Bike Hire Co., Bergerac. Tel : Malcolm

• Horse riding:
  Ste Foy de Longas, Les Ecuries de de Camberoux, (10k's).
  Centre Equestre la Cavale, Haras de Valences, Eyrenville. (14k's) Tel : .
  Club Hippique de Bergerac, 118 Rte. Ste. Alvere, Creysse. Tel : . ' P', Campagne, Le Bugue/Vezere, Tel :
  Poney Club Arc en Ciel

• Local produce market:
  Vergt - Friday.
  Tremolat - Tuesday.
  Bergerac - Wednesday and Saturday.
  Sarlat - Wednesday and Saturday.

• Restaurants:
  Ste. Alvere. 'Chez Cathy' Ste Foy de Longas, (10k's approx). Tel : (must book)

• Pharmacy: Ste. Alvere

• Doctor: Group Medicale St. Luc et Damien, Chemin Sadrots, Ste. Alvere Tel :

• Bank: Ste. Alvere

• Cash machine: Ste. Alvere

• Tourist information:
  Bergerac, Tel : .
  Perigueux, Tel :