Pets welcome Suitable for children Not suitable for elderly or infirm Smokers welcome Self-catering
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Near the historic market town of Duras, Pierrot is a suitable centre for visits to the Dordogne valley with its world famous prehistoric cave paintings, cliff dwellings, and romantic mediaeval chateaux, as well as the wine chateaux of St. Emilion/Bordeaux and Entre Deux Mers. There are vineyards and orchards in abundance, the latter often devoted to producing the famous pruneaux d’Agen while everywhere you are reminded of the historical importance of a region that provided the backcloth to much of the 100 Years War which left as its legacy many fine mediaeval chateaux and the ‘bastides’ or fortified market towns several of which, for example, Eymet and Monpazier, remaining largely as they were created 600 years ago.
Courtyard
Swimming Pool
Back Terrace
Sittingroom
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The Aquitaine / Dordogne / Lot et Garonne region
Everywhere you are reminded of the historical importance of a region that provided the backcloth to much of the 100 Years War which left as its legacy many fine mediaeval chateaux and ‘bastides’ several of which, for example, Eymet and Monpazier remaining largely as they were created 600 years ago.
"This entire valley is so full of vineyards, flowered meadows, cultivated fields, fruit tree plantations deliciously shaded by hedges, watered by springs, crossed by streams, rich in harvests, that their owners seem to have had a vision of paradise". So wrote Sidoine Apollinaire, the Latin poet some 1500 years ago about the valley of the river Dropt. These words could have been written about the area today, so little has changed. It is now as then, a peaceful retreat from the rigours of life.
Enjoy strolling round the many village MARKETS available almost every morning of the week, soak up the atmosphere of several evening markets and the many village fêtes.
Local RESTAURANTS provide incredible value for money with four course meals costing as little as 12€.
MEMORABLE DAY TRIPS would include a visit to the Vezere valley to see the cave paintings at Lascaux as well as the other caverns and prehistoric cliff dwellings and the historic and romantic mediaeval chateaux of the Dordogne.
Within about 20 – 40 minutes drive there are two 9 hole and three 18 hole GOLF COURSES.
CYCLING is very popular as the countryside is ideal – quiet country lanes and rolling, picturesque country. There are several shops locally where you can hire bicycles.
Nearby are TENNIS courts, CANOEING along the river Dropt, and a PONY club.
Duras / Pardaillan area
PIERROT is situated near the village of Pardaillan (the childhood home of author Marguerite Duras) in the heart of the Guyenne, the ancient name for a region which now comprises parts of the departments of Gironde, Dordogne and Lot et Garonne. We are also in the Cotes de Duras AOC wine producing area and near the historic market town of Duras with its imposing mediaeval chateau.
THE COTES DE DURAS was one of the first wine producing areas of France to be awarded AOC status and you can sample the light but fruity reds and crisp dry whites by visiting some of the 50 or so growers. We are also close to the Cotes de Bergerac, Entre Deux Mers and Cotes de Marmandais as well as being within easy reach of St. Emilion and the other Bordeaux regions.
How to get there
We are only a ½ hour drive from Bergerac or 1½ hours from Bordeaux.
Flights to BERGERAC are available from Stansted, East Midlands, Bristol & Liverpool (Ryanair); Gatwick, Birmingham, Edinburgh, Leeds, Southampton and Exeter, (Flybe).
Flights to BORDEAUX are available from Birmingham and Manchester (Bmibaby); Gatwick (British Airways); Bristol and Luton (Easyjet) Southampton (Flybe).
Travelling here for a break is now really easy!
The nearest ferry port (apart from ones in north west Spain which are very expensive) is St. Malo which is 585km (*approx 6h15 driving time). Cherbourg is 746km (approx 8 hours driving time) and Caen is 660km (approx 7h15 driving time). The cheapest crossing is with Speedferries from Dover to Boulogne which is 842km (approx 8h45 driving time).
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Bergerac: 35 km
Railway:
Marmande: 25 km
Ferry:
St. Malo: 585 km
Activities near Duras
Sports: Tennis in town Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Cycling holidays
Facilities
Luxuries:
Log fire, DVD player
General:
TV, Video player, CD player, Table tennis, Satellite TV
Single beds (4), Double beds (1), Cots (1), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 6, Sleeps maximum of 6
Other:
Please check with the advertiser regarding linen and towels. Highchair available.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private outdoor pool (unheated), Private garden, BBQ, Swing set
Access:
Parking space
Further details indoors: The stone built cottage forms part of one side of a courtyard and has been sympathetically restored to a comfortable standard. The large kitchen/dining room has a traditional fireplace with wood-burning stove, exposed beams and tiled floor and is equipped with gas cooker, fridge/freezer, microwave oven, kettle, toaster, cafetiere and dishwasher.
The attractive and spacious living room has a stone fireplace, satellite television (BBC and ITV channels) and video DVD player and a cupboard full of games, toys and children’s books. There is plenty of reading matter for adults too!
Further details outdoors: The 12.5 swimming pool is fenced to keep small children safe, has a shallow end of 60cm and deep end of 2m. The large garden at the back of the cottage gives plenty of space for running around, playing ball or boules. There is a covered terrace with ping pong table.
Further details
Included in the weekly price are sheets and towels, hot water, gas (for cooking) electricity,
Two week minimum booking during summer school holidays.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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350£350
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
Bed linen and towels are provided.
25% deposit on booking, balance due 8 weeks before holiday date, with separate security deposit cheque (£50 per week).
Guestbook for Pierrot
"Our second visit – simply wonderful! Peace and tranquillity!"
“We came...with every intention of exploring the countryside..... But we found the perfect holiday at Pierrot - peace, tranquillity, comfort, and the swimming pool.”
“Probably the most relaxing holiday we’ve had…ever!!!”
“A truly wonderful, tranquil setting. The cottage has just about everything you could want, even for a protracted stay such as ours.”
“What a super week! Sometimes you leave a place thinking ‘really nice, but’ – not here! Absolutely wonderful.”
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Contact details for the advertiser of home 22466
Name:
Jane Jarvis
Tel:
+33 (0)553 202497
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