Property Houses
Sleeps 14
Single/Double 8 / 3
Bathrooms 4
Pets Allowed
Pool Yes
La Châtaigne is a 200 year old traditional Perigordian farmhouse that sleeps 14 people and is full of old beams, spiral staircases, traditional stone walls and large open fires. With its large terrace and exclusive 10x8m pool, it creates the perfect atmosphere for a holiday with family and friends.
The five bedrooms (for 12 people (8 adults, 4 children) plus babies under 2) plus a small dormitory with 2 beds, the large living room and the kitchen allow plenty of space for everyone. The kitchen opens directly onto a large terrace overlooking the fenced pool and part of our beautiful forest. Its south-western orientation ensures plenty of sun and night light making it a perfect place for al fresco dining.
A large farmhouse kitchen (40m2) has a bar and dining table. It is fully equipped with an electric oven, five gas hobs, dishwasher and fridge/freezer and a full selection of crockery, cutlery, glasses, pots and pans. There is a sitting area leading to the terrace for those seeking more shade and a toilet/sink nearby.
The large beamed lounge has comfortable sofas, satellite TV with DVD player, plenty of books and games and a large dining table. There are two inglenook fireplaces and doors leading to both the central courtyard and the private terrace.
Just off the lounge is a charming en-suite bedroom (with king size bed) with its own private entrance from the terrace. It is accessible without steps for people with reduced mobility. Separated by double doors, it is perfect for all party members looking for more peace and quiet.
First floor:
One large double bedroom.
One room with full size bunk beds. These two rooms share a separate bathroom and toilet and can be made into a family suite.
Twin room with en-suite shower and toilet.
Top floor:
A spacious, delightfully appointed, beamed loft offers charming family accommodation with a double bed and a separate area with twin beds suitable for children under 10. There is also an en-suite bathroom with shower and unusual low beams. For younger guests, there is a permanent stair guard on the stairs.
Outside:
A large terrace with gate, gas barbecue and dining furniture for 12.
A 10x8m pool with shallow and deep sections and steps into the water for easy access in a secluded south facing garden.
The pool is securely fenced with a self-closing, lockable gate.
Ample parking for several cars.
Communal games room (table tennis, darts, table football) in a separate barn, children's play area (swings, slide, badminton, football net, sandpit) and 7 hectares of land to explore.
PHOTOS
Charming 200-Year-Old Traditional Perigord Farmhouse - La Chataigne
La Chataigne 10x8m Private Pool
The farmhouse lounge / dining area with wood burner.
La Chataigne Family Kitchen
Ground Floor King-size Bedroom with ensuite.
Gorgeous french style twin bedroom with shower en-suite
1st Floor double bedroom
First floor bunk bed room, perfect for our younger guests
1st Floor Family Bathroom
Spacious 2nd floor family bedroom (1 double bed, 2 single beds) in the eves of the old farmhouse with shower en-suite
La Chataigne, view from the play area
View towards the village from our top meadow
Play area, with badminton court, swings, playhouse and boules court.
Les Taloches Courtyard
Wildlife at Les Taloches
Mirabelle Plum (the perfect plum for a crumble!)
Tourtoirac Benedictine Abbey
Tourtoirac Village
Tourtoirac Village - Annual Vide Grenier
Inside Tourtoirac Abbey
A local Vide Grenier
Country walks straight from the door
Chateau de Hautefort
Rouffiac Lake (a swimming lake with beach)
Perigueux City
Throughout July & August, experience traditional Dordogne night markets
Kitchenware Appliances
Fixtures & Equipment
External Features
Local Attractions
Dating from 1877, a former Dordogne farm, Les Taloches is set in 19 acres of woodland and meadows. Situated in Tourtoirac between Hautefort with its magnificent Chateau and Excideuil with its 11th century fortress and lively weekly market.
Set either side of a lime-tree shaded courtyard is La Châtaigne, an oak-beamed 18th century farmhouse and La Grange, a huge stone barn transformed into a superb house. Both houses are great for families and groups sleeping between 8 and 20 people (plus babies) and can be hired individually or together.
Tourtoirac is a pretty riverside village, central to which is the historic Saint-Pierre-es-Liens Abbey and the remains of the former Benedictine monastery from the Roman 12th and 13th century. Just 10 minutes walk away there is a bar / bistro on the river, a restaurant, a traditional boulangerie, a grocery shop, and a lovely river to paddle in. A 5 minutes drive away on the outskirts of the village are fascinating caves – La Grotte de Tourtoirac. Tourtoirac also hosts an annual week long music festival in August (genres ranging from classical, jazz and Celtic) and for keen cyclists the Lawrence of Arabia route goes through the village.
Special Rental Conditions
Bedding and towels:
We provide bed linen (100% Egyptian cotton sheets, cotton & wool blankets) plus bath & hand towels, but please bring your own pool towels (although these can be hired for a nominal fee if you would like to save space in your luggage). Beds will be made up for your arrival. Bed linen and towels are changed weekly for longer stays.
Children:
We are happy to accommodate children of all ages. We have cots with bedding, high chairs, bed-guards, a microwave steriliser, stair gates, baby monitor, anti-slip bath mats, children’s cutlery, plates and some suitable toys/books available for young children. For slightly older children there is a big play area away from the houses, a large sandpit, seesaw, swings, climbing frame, boules’ pitch, badminton court as well as acres of land to explore. There are bicycles in all sizes to borrow (no helmets though) and cycle tracks all round the property.
Communal areas:
Set within the lime-tree shaded courtyard, a barn has been created into a shared games room with table tennis, darts and table football. There are numerous bikes, trikes and toys to keep our younger guests happy. Secluding the houses are fields and woodlands where you can stroll in the shade of the woods or borrow a map of local walks. There is a covered summer kitchen with a barbecue for you to use instead of your own private barbecue if you wish. Meals can be arranged on request. There are a number of fruit trees in the gardens including the famous Mirabelle Prune (small, firm yellow/red plum) and fresh herbs dotted around – please help yourself!
Heating:
La Chataigne has electric radiators and 2 inglenook fireplaces (1 of which is a stove). For stays in our cooler months, wood is provided for your use. There are fans in all the bedrooms.
Privacy:
Les Taloches consists of 3 houses, La Châtaigne, La Grange and our home which is discreetly tucked away behind our huge barn. Each house has its own entrance, parking area, garden and pool.
Toiletries:
We provide artisan French guest soap in each toilet/bathroom and in the kitchens Le Petit Marseillais antibacterial hand soap.
Cleaning products:
We provide eco-friendly dishwasher tablets, washing-up liquid, and other cleaning products for your use. Nappy sacks and bin liners are also provided.
To ensure you all have a good vacation, mid-week cleaning can be arranged for an additional charge (please ask). Please note that on departure the property & BBQ must be left clean and tidy. The only time additional end of stay cleaning charges may be imposed is if excessive cleaning of the property is required (starting from €200).
About us:
We live at Les Taloches and will be available to give you any assistance with planning visits, arranging horse-riding or canoeing and booking restaurants, etc.
Availability Calendar
Property Exterior
Local Attractions
Set either side of a lime-tree shaded courtyard is La Châtaigne, an oak-beamed 18th century farmhouse and La Grange, a huge stone barn transformed into a superb house. Both houses are great for families and groups sleeping between 8 and 20 people (plus babies) and can be hired individually or together.
Tourtoirac is a pretty riverside village, central to which is the historic Saint-Pierre-es-Liens Abbey and the remains of the former Benedictine monastery from the Roman 12th and 13th century. Just 10 minutes walk away there is a bar / bistro on the river, a restaurant, a traditional boulangerie, a grocery shop, and a lovely river to paddle in. A 5 minutes drive away on the outskirts of the village are fascinating caves – La Grotte de Tourtoirac. Tourtoirac also hosts an annual week long music festival in August (genres ranging from classical, jazz and Celtic) and for keen cyclists the Lawrence of Arabia route goes through the village.
In the area
This Property is situated in Dordogne, Aquitaine
Nearest Airport: Brive-Souillac (Aeroport Brive-Vallee-Dordogne – 45 mins) followed by Bergerac & Limoges airports (both about 1 hr 15 mins).
Nearest Station: Thiviers (30 mins) : Limoges / Perigueux line
Nearest Ferry:
Nearest Beach:
Nearest Ski Resort:
Please note that the location on this map is an approximate guide, normally to the closest town or village.
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