It is bordered by 165 acres of breathtaking private estate.

This is an exceptional hilltop retreat centred around a grand courtyard, combining a 19th century mansion and a 18th century hunting lodge, surrounded by 165 acres of beautiful private estate.

The interior design is lavish yet cosy in delicate shades of white and blue that complement the exposed stonework, creating bright and spacious interiors across fantastic dining and living spaces. Each house benefits from four inviting bedrooms in a family friendly mix of twin, double and bunk beds, as well as an extensive list of amenities such as satellite TVs and Bluetooth music speakers including outside.

The grounds are timeless in their grandeur, offering acres of expertly preened Aquitaine countryside that includes lawns, walled gardens, an arboretum, a wildflower meadow, private woodland and two small lakes. Spend summer months relaxing by the heated swimming pool with its wonderful terrace and stunning views. As the evening nears, sit out on the gravelled terrace overlooking the formal lawns and stay until the sun sets romantically between the historic gateposts.

There really is little you could want for when staying in such luxury, but you must be sure to explore the fantastic region that surrounds the abode, where you’ll find exquisite restaurants, magnificent châteaux and endless tranquil countryside.

Explore idyllic Brantôme with its picturesque setting on the River Dronne, partake in a canoeing excursion, visit the Friday morning market in Ribérac, famed for its foie gras, walnuts and truffles or spend the day discovering the small city of Périgueux, the historic capital of the Dordogne.

Main House Interiors

Ground Floor

Entrance hall
Living room with open fireplace
Dining room with open fireplace and table for up to 16 guests
Butler’s pantry with wine fridge
Kitchen-diner, well-equipped including a range oven, dishwasher, microwave, fridge-freezer, Nespresso machine, kitchen island with two stools and table for 6 guests
Snug with books and board games
Utility room
WC

First Floor

Master bedroom and en suite bathroom with bath, shower and two sinks
Large bedroom with double bed and en suite bathroom with bath/shower
Bedroom with double bed
Bedroom with twin beds
Bathroom with shower

The double, twin and shared bathroom are in the same wing and can be closed off, making it ideal for a family

Pavilion Interiors

Ground Floor

Entrance hall
Lounge with wood-burner and TV
Open-plan kitchen-diner, well-equipped including electric oven, hob, dishwasher and island
Walk-in larder with fridge-freezer, microwave and laundry facilities

First Floor

Master bedroom with en suite bathroom with shower
Bedroom with double bed and en suite bathroom with bath/shower
Bedroom with twin beds and en suite bathroom with bath/shower
Bedroom with bunk-beds and en suite bathroom with shower

Outside Grounds

Heated swimming pool (13x5m, depth: 1.2-2m) with safety cover, gate and fencing (less than 1.5m). Open approximately mid-May to mid-September (on request at other times, subject to a charge)
Outdoor house with gas barbecue and shower room (next to the Pavilion)
Terrace with al-fresco dining table (for 8 guests) in shade of yew trees
Landscaped gardens
Courtyard, fountain and walled garden
Herb garden
Boules
Arboretum
Private grounds (175 acres) with woodland/pasture/mature parkland
Two small lakes
Private parking

Facilities

Wi-Fi
Underfloor heating (Pavilion)
Stand-alone fans (in each wardrobe)
Satellite TV (UK channels)
DVD player
Music system with Bluetooth connection for i-Pod/i-Phone
Bose docker system (portable)
Table tennis
Boules
Hairdryers (some bedrooms)
Ironing facilities
Washing machine and dryer

Villa FR5489