Cottage - 8 persons - 24160 - St. Medard D'excideuil

Vineyards and Valleys: A French Hide-In

House:
Tucked within the stunning Domaine d'Essendiéras in the heart of the Dordogne, this beautifully restored Périgord-style cottage offers the perfect blend of French countryside charm and modern leisure. Surrounded by rolling hills, ancient forests, and a serene private garden, guests can unwind in the heated, fenced swimming pool or enjoy leisurely afternoons on the sunny terrace with a barbecue and lounge seating. Children will love the shared trampoline and play equipment, while adults can take advantage of the tennis and boules courts, or relax in the cozy living space by the fireplace. Families will appreciate thoughtful additions like a high chair and children’s bed (on request), making it a welcoming stay for all ages. Bicycles are also available to explore the domain and its scenic surroundings. For those traveling with pets, there’s plenty of space to roam, and local attractions like Les Grottes de Presque even welcome leashed dogs for underground cave tours. The region is rich in heritage, with iconic sites like the prehistoric Lascaux Caves, Château de Hautefort, and the charming towns of Sarlat, Brantôme, and Périgueux all within reach. Wine and gastronomy lovers can indulge in regional delicacies such as truffles and foie gras at local markets, or dine at nearby favorites like Le Rustic in Excideuil or Auberge de la Truffe in Sorges for authentic Périgord flavors. Whether you're soaking up the Dordogne sunshine by the pool, exploring medieval castles, or savoring wine under the stars, this peaceful cottage offers an unforgettable escape into the heart of southwest France.

Layout:
Ground floor: (Living room(TV(satellite, dutch television channels, international television channels), fireplace), open kitchen(hob(induction), coffee machine, combination microwave, dishwasher, fridge-freezer, washing machine), Bedroom with bathroom(single bed(90 x 220 cm), single bed(90 x 220 cm), shower, washbasin, washbasin, toilet), Bedroom with bathroom(single bed(90 x 220 cm), single bed(90 x 220 cm), shower, washbasin, toilet), Bedroom with bathroom(single bed(90 x 220 cm), single bed(90 x 220 cm), bunk bed, shower, washbasin, washbasin)) heating(electric, wood), terrace(private, roofed), garden(private), garden furniture, BBQ(charcoal), parking, trampoline(shared with other guests), swimming pool(private, heated, opened from May upto and including Sep), tennis court(shared with other guests), boules court(shared with other guests), play equipment(shared with other guests), bicycles available(on request), children's bed(on request), high chair(on request)

Tips from owner:
In a 60 km radius around the Domain, and cut between three departments (Dordogne, Corrèze and Haute-Vienne), come and discover this diverse region. The cultural heritage and the regional architecture have a lot to offer. Visit the prehistoric caves of the Vézère valley (le couloir de la préhistoire) and of course the caves of Tourtoirac, Villars or Lascaux. Admire the numerous castles in the vicinity of the Domain, such as Hautefort, Pompadour, Ségur le Château, or Beynac and Castelnaud in the valley of the Dordogne. Visit also cultural cities such as Périgueux, Sarlat, Brantôme, Limoges… And of course you can visit the museums, the churches, parks and gardens and the picturesque villages or take a canoe trip on one of the many rivers. The countryside is most beautiful in the valley of the Auvézère, the gorges de la Vézère and in the natural park of the Périgord Limousin. Discover the gastronomic secrets of the region and taste the fois gras, the truffles, the jams, the regional wines and numerous other regional specialties…

Remarks:
Linen change 1 times per 7 nights included Beach towels are not included

Room layout

• Ground floor
  • Bedroom with bathroom
    • Bunk bed
    • Single bed
    • Single bed
  • Bedroom with bathroom
    • Single bed
    • Single bed
  • Bedroom with bathroom
    • Single bed
    • Single bed