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Farmhouse With Sole Use Of Private, Heated Pool In Peaceful, Rural Location

Farmhouse With Sole Use Of Private, Heated Pool In Peaceful, Rural Location

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Heated, private pool in large garden. Table tennis, tree house, boules, swings.
Heated pool with sunbeds and parasols
Private, heated pool to rear of house
Steps from rear terrace to pool and garden.  Gate option for younger children.
Heated pool

Overview of Farmhouse With Sole Use Of Private, Heated Pool In Peaceful, Rural Location

10 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 9160 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Enjoy the area

Saint-Paul-La-Roche, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
  • Popular LocationJumillac Castle9 min drive
  • Popular LocationNantheuil Pond16 min drive
  • Popular LocationBrantôme Abbey39 min drive
  • AirportBergerac (EGC-Bergerac - Perigord - Dordogne)98 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Shower room 1

Toilet · Shower only

Toilet 1

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Farmhouse With Sole Use Of Private, Heated Pool In Peaceful, Rural Location

Haut Combiers is a small farm dating from the 1800's with house and barns built in the Perigordian style. It is set in a beautiful, rural location in an elevated position, giving stunning views of the surrounding Dordogne countryside. There are historic villages and towns nearby, with chateaux, restaurants and markets to visit.
The farmhouse has recently been re-furbished but retains lots of French character, while having all modern facilities and comforts. Ideal for a couple, larger family, or two families sharing, being spacious but cosy, with four bedrooms and two bathrooms. The ground floor bedroom has a king-sized bed and en-suite bathroom, with a shower over the bath, plus washbasin and w.c. Also at this end of the house is a loft room, which has one double and one single bed. Although designed for children, this room can also be used by adults. The loft room has it's own stairs, which wind into the room, so there is no door. The entrance to this room does have a slightly reduced head height. Also at this end of the house, on the ground floor, is a separate w.c. with washbasin and washing machine.
On the first floor there are two bedrooms and a shower room, with w.c. and washbasin.. One bedroom has a king-sized bed and the other two singles, although these can be put together to make a comfortable super-king sized bed if required. We also have a travel cot with bedding, high chair, baby bath, changing mat, plus stair gates and bed guards if required.
The fitted kitchen has a four ring ceramic electric hob, oven, dishwasher, microwave, fridge freezer, kettle, toaster, coffee maker etc. The kitchen is well equipped with plenty of plates, bowls, cutlery and cooking equipment including blenders, a mixer, cake tins etc. A picnic hamper with a cool bag is also available for use.
The large kitchen table comfortably seats up to ten people. There is a large sitting room area with three comfortable, three-seater sofas and a wood burner (logs are provided for the colder months,) 40” flat screen TV with English free-sat, dvd player, plus games, books, toys and dvd's for both adults and children. Wifi is freely available. All bedding, bed linen and towels, for both inside and pool use, are provided.
The kitchen, dining and sitting room are open plan, with French doors leading onto the terrace from both the kitchen and sitting room areas. On the terrace are a table and chairs for up to 9 people, plus parasol and gas barbecue. The terrace and a smaller lawned area are fenced off from the pool and larger garden, so that visitors with younger children can restrict access to the pool area.
Access to the private 10m x 5m x 1.5m heated swimming pool is via double gates from the terrace. The gates swing back completely if visitors do not have younger children, giving open access up to the pool. The pool is conveniently situated close to the house and set in the large garden with lawns and mature trees. We will clean the pool regularly for you, usually every other day. Sunbeds are provided for all occupants. A hammock is available in a shady spot near the pool. A solar heated shower is situated near the pool. There is a table tennis table, boules pitch, picnic bench, and tree house with slide in the garden, plus a swing set.
To the front of the house is a smaller enclosed garden, also with comfortable, shaded seating.
A welcome pack of bread, butter, cheese, ham, eggs, orange juice, tea, coffee and a bottle of wine is provided on arrival and the kitchen has basics such as salt, pepper, kitchen roll, tin foil and cling film.
We have a variety of animals, including dogs, cats, chickens, guinea pigs, horses, pigs, Dexter cattle, plus two miniature ponies, who love being petted and groomed. The ponies graze the orchard area next to the house, with a stile over the fence for access to them. Guests are welcome to help feed and look after the animals if they wish.
This is a wonderful area for cycling and guests can be accompanied for longer rides, taking in some of the nearby sights or more hidden countryside. Good quality touring and racing bicycles can be hired locally, although we would advise booking in advance.
There are nearby lakes and rivers, offering various activities, plus caves, chateaux, gardens and activity parks.
The owners are happy to be contacted should you have queries. This includes prior to booking or before your stay and can be via face-time at a pre-arranged time, if preferred.

Property manager

Dawn Twigg
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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Lots for children to do and no neighbours!

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Due to some guests arriving with additional visitors, we will need to know the number of guests who will be staying, at the time of booking.
The charging of electric or hybrid cars is not permitted at the premises. There are charging points at Jumilhac-le Grand, 8km away.
If the house has full occupancy, additional guests cannot be accommodated even as day guests. The maximum at any time cannot exceed 9 plus baby.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Saint-Paul-la-Roche

Located in Saint-Paul-la-Roche, this holiday home is in a rural area. Jumillac Castle and Nanthiat Castle are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Regional Natural Park Périgord Limousin and Nantheuil Pond. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling.

What's nearby

  • Jumillac Castle - 9 min drive
  • Nantheuil Pond - 16 min drive
  • Nanthiat Castle - 19 min drive
  • Chateau de Hautefort - 38 min drive
  • Brantôme Abbey - 39 min drive

Getting around

  • La Coquille Station - 15 min drive
  • Limoges (LIG-Limoges Intl.) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • L'Escapade des Sens - 13 min drive
  • Le Croquant - 13 min drive
  • Auberge Saint Roch - 12 min drive
  • La Vieille Auberge - 15 min drive
  • Lou Boueradour - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Farmhouse With Sole Use Of Private, Heated Pool In Peaceful, Rural Location have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Farmhouse With Sole Use Of Private, Heated Pool In Peaceful, Rural Location pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Farmhouse With Sole Use Of Private, Heated Pool In Peaceful, Rural Location ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Farmhouse With Sole Use Of Private, Heated Pool In Peaceful, Rural Location ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Farmhouse With Sole Use Of Private, Heated Pool In Peaceful, Rural Location located?

This family-friendly Saint-Paul-la-Roche holiday home is located in a rural location, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Regional Natural Park Périgord Limousin, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Nantheuil Pond and Étang de la Barde. Jumillac Castle and Nanthiat Castle are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janette F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Idyllic
Deep in the countryside, surrounded by the owners small farm and menagerie, nothing could be further away from the bustle of our London life. Dawn and Andrew were perfect hosts, friendly and welcoming but unobtrusive. The deep, deep silence of the night only ever broken by the characterful creaking floorboards and calling of the stags. Who knew so much fun could be had feeding stale bread and veggie peelings to the pigs.
Stayed 21 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
You definitely won't be disappointed!
If anything, we would say this holiday home was even better than it looks online and in all the pictures! You definitely won't be disappoiinted and really can't recommend it enough. From the tiny details (the very well equipped kitchen with lots of really helpful 'extras' provided as standard) to the warmest of welcomes from the lovely hosts Dawn and Andrew. Even the animals are pleased to see you! We had two toddlers with us and it was the perfect place for them - everywhere is super child-friendly and lots to keep them occupied including the perfect loft playroom which is a really lovely touch. An amazing setting with some beautiful villages and towns closeby and we drove from the UK and it wasn't a hardship at all. We like to try new places rather than going back to the same one each year but we wouldn't hesitate to make a return trip here. Perfect in every way!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Olivier G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superbe comme toujours !
Nous sommes venus pour la 3ème fois et comme toujours, la maison, les propriétaires, l'environnement sont superbes. Encore merci
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marina V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice beautiful place
We have a wonderful stay at the house from Dawn and her partner. Beautiful house, clean and nicely furnished. A lot of things to play with for the kids , 3 and 6 years old, inside as also outside. A lot of animals , the kids liked it very much. Beautiful pool with everything you will need there. So we have enjoyed our stay and we will for sure choose this house again in the future. Thank you Dawn and partner . With kind regards Marina , Flip and family.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Simon D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property in the countryside
Our stay was wonderful. It was even better than expected. The location and property were amazing and ideal for those wanting to get away from it all. The place was very clean, with lovely bedding and towels, and had everything we needed to feel at home (from a large selection of games and DVDs to enough kitchen utensils to serve an army!). The garden features a nice pool, table tennis table, swing and even a tree house for young kids to live out their fantasy! Our children loved all the animals and going for walks around the fields. Communication was great too, super easy and efficient. We would highly recommend this wonderful property and would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Dawn Twigg

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We are English and moved to France in July 2012, having lived in the countryside in Northamptonshire for many years. With our children having moved out to start their new careers in various parts of England, it was our turn to start afresh, although Andrew still works as an architectural consultant in England and France. We brought horses, dogs, pigs and ducks with us from England, with cats, chickens, Dexter cattle, rabbits, guinea pigs, plus a border collie and a labrador arriving at various intervals since then. We also bought two miniature ponies, Sammy and Lipsy, who love being petted and groomed.
Andrew is a keen cyclist and can advise on routes for all abilities or accompany visitors on longer routes, if required. Because there is so little traffic around us, cycling is a pleasure, with pretty, tree lined roads offering dappled shade. Cycling to Jumilhac-le-Grand for a drink or a coffee in front of the chateau is one of our regular routes, particularly on a Sunday morning when there is a small farmers market on the square in the summer.
We love our new life here in this beautiful, tranquil setting, with its slow pace of life. We really enjoy welcoming visitors to Haut Combiers and sharing this special place.

Why they chose this property

The area is beautiful, peaceful and tranquil. Friendly people, lovely villages and interesting towns make it a wonderful place to live and work. There is little traffic on the country roads, which makes cycling and driving a pleasure and we enjoy visiting all the sites of interest in this beautiful part of France.
Although we enjoy far-reaching countryside views from all aspects of our property, we are only a short, but very pretty drive from the village of Jumilac-le-Grand with a stunning chateau, small shops, bars and a restaurant.
Pretty, nearby towns offer everything else we need.
Our family and friends from England often fly in for the weekend, as Limoges airport is only a 50 minute drive away, with flights from East Midlands and Stansted airports taking only one hour and twenty five minutes. Other airports within easy reach are Bergerac, Brive and Bordeaux.

If you are looking for a peaceful, relaxing holiday or shorter break, the house has everything to make your stay stress free. Comfortable beds and sofas, Wi-Fi and free sat English tv, plus several outside seating areas and a heated, private pool in a large garden with mature trees.

Guests regularly comment that the house has everything for a relaxing stay; the well equipped kitchen, the books, toys and games, plus tree house with slide; the sunbeds and parasols, plus quiet seating areas; the wonderful views; enjoying feeding the pigs and chickens, grooming the ponies and collecting fresh eggs. We want everyone to leave Haut Combiers with happy memories, having had a wonderful holiday.

For parents with younger children, we have designed the garden so that children cannot access the pool area if adults are in the house, but they still have a terrace and lawned area to play on. The garden is large, with a boules pitch, tree house, slide and swings. We usually have at least one hen with chicks during the summer and children love to help feed them and the pigs, walk the dogs and groom the ponies.

What makes this property unique

The house sits in the middle of our land, approached by a long drive (approximately 200 metres,) so there are no neighbours in the immediate vicinity. Children can make as much noise as they like; there is no-one else to hear them. Both the larger garden, the smaller lawned area with the terrace and the front garden are enclosed, so that parents can relax. In the larger garden, there is a tree house with slide and a swing set. Children love to help look after and feed the animals, pick vegetables and fruit and get involved with our day to day life here.

We live in one of the large barns, which we recently converted, across a large yard with another barn between us and the farmhouse. The two houses are largely orientated in different directions, so visitors in the farmhouse are assured of privacy, peace and quiet. We are happy to advise on days out, nearby towns and villages, bars, restaurants and markets etc.

Although there are animals on the farm, during the summer months they graze the land away from the farmhouse, so do not disturb visitors. If, however, visitors would like to get involved with looking after some of the animals, they are more than welcome. Helping to wash the horses manes and tails is a messy, but favourite activity for both adults and children. Feeding the animals, grooming our miniature ponies and having fresh eggs for breakfast are all experiences enjoyed by both children and adults and create lasting memories.

Several acres of the land and woodland are available for visitors to enjoy, with a fenced walk of approximately 1km around one side of our land. This is a wonderful place to relax and enjoy a slower place of life in a beautiful area. As one of our recent guests said, it is a wonderful place for children to just be children and for adults to completely relax. Our aim is for guests to take away happy memories of a holiday spent in this beautiful area and we will do our best to make sure you enjoy your stay here.

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