Maison du Renard

Indulge yourself in a romantic Perigord experience in the region of Bergerac, bastides, truffles and vineyards. Set within the heart of a fortified medieval village, stay in a well-appointed luxury townhouse in the centre of Dordogne history & gastronomy. Sample the delights of Perigordian cuisine and the local Bergeracois wines as you adventure to each village. Those who appreciate style and quality will love the atmosphere of comfort and tranquility provided by this boutique accommodation. The space When you travel, you have expectations for your accommodation: is it comfortable, is it warm, is it inviting? Can I relax here? Does it have all the facilities I need? Is it centrally located, with convenient access to wherever I need to go? Can this be my home away from home? Having stayed in a variety of properties around the world, these are the types of questions we ask when seeking accommodation. Maison du Renard is our answer to those questions. The perfect location for a romantic getaway, or perhaps a special retreat to unwind in peace while surrounded by historical beauty. Well-appointed and decorated with relaxed comfort in mind, with a little bit of quirk added to a whole heap of style, this lovely townhouse is everything you could possibly want in accommodation and everything you could possibly need for a relaxing and restorative stay. Rest here while you experience a taste of the Perigord countryside, a region steeped in history and culture, only a short drive from exciting discoveries (bastides, chateaux, museums, caves and gardens), sports activities (canoeing, swimming, hiking, golf and cycling), and gastronomic delights (Michelin starred restaurants, gourmet produce, wineries, farmer’s markets and food festivals). Immerse yourself in comfort and welcome to Maison du Renard. FEATURES As the whole townhouse is yours to enjoy, you will experience: * a sumptuous master suite, including a comfortable queen-size bed with a supportive double-layered foam & pocket-spring mattress (with a cotton underlay) to leave you pampered and well-rested, a glamourous canopy, high-quality linen, a variety of pillows (soft, hard, & just right), a selection of cushions & throws, a pair of fleece robes, and a separate seating area; the block out curtains and wall-mounted radiator allow round-the-clock relaxation and tranquillity. * a fully equipped chef’s kitchen with all the amenities for baking a cake, cooking a roast or casserole, or just enjoying some cheese and charcuterie with a bottle of local wine; includes wine decanter, cocktail shaker, proper knives, Nespresso machine & milk frother, kettle, toaster, dishwasher, microwave, full-sized fridge/freezer, island bench, high-backed breakfast chairs, and enough room to dance around as you create a culinary masterpiece. * a relaxing living space, featuring a comfortably plush 3-seater chaise sofa and deep-seated armchair with ottoman, plus a variety of cushions and fleece throws, where you can cozy up as you enjoy the big screen Smart TV streaming your favourite shows, or play a boardgame, or even put your feet up and unwind with a good book. * a modern bathroom, with large, enclosed shower and rain-fall shower rose, Nuxe body & hand wash for a luxurious clean, and organic hand & body cream for skin nourishment; a seating area to pamper yourself, lots of hanging space for towels and a change of clothes, and a heated towel rail perfect for the colder months. * the classic Dordogne village lifestyle, as just outside the French doors is some sun-drenched street seating with your own café-style table and chairs; have a morning pastry with your coffee or some evening cheese and wine, and watch the world go by. AMENITIES Queen-sized bed with canopy Numerous throws and blankets High quality bed & bath linen Fleecy robes Wall-mounted heater Modern bathroom Toiletries from Nuxe (hand wash, shower gel) Hair dryer Large & small heated towel rails Fully equipped chef’s kitchen Nespresso coffee machine & milk frother Kettle & selection of Twinings tea Toaster Microwave Dishwasher Fridge & freezer Unlimited Wi-Fi Smart TV (with Netflix, Prime & Disney) USB wall charging points (bedroom and living area) Two travel adaptors Board games (chess, checkers, backgammon, Scrabble, plus a deck of cards) Internal laundry (front load washer) + clothes drying rack Iron & ironing board Mobile plug-in radiator Outdoor café-style table & chairs SERVICES Centrally located - 1 minute walk from the village square and its weekly farmer’s market, plus boulangerie, butcher, creperie, wine shop, tavern/bistro, pizza, boutiques and tourist office Free on-street parking Large supermarket (Intermarche), petrol & pharmacy – 5 minutes by car Train station – Lalinde 15 minutes by car, Bergerac 30 minutes by car TGV – Toulouse or Bordeaux 2 hours by car, or train from Bergerac Airport – limited international from Bergerac (to UK, Netherlands, Belgium, Italy, Croatia and Slovenia), full international from Bordeaux or Toulouse GUEST ACCESS Check-in: Guest access is self-check-in after 3pm. We will send an access code for the key vault (illuminated combination lock) via email or the AirBNB app on your day of arrival. Check-out: 11am NOTE: if you require early check-in or late check-out, please advise; it’s not usually a problem, however we do ask that you please check with us as we need to ensure that the cleaners will be in & out before the next guests arrive. THINGS TO DO AND SEE Beaumont du Perigord – The centre of the Purple Perigord and the first English royal bastide, founded in 1272 and built around its Gothic church and the Porte du Luzier. An attractive and lively village with several festivals and events around the gastronomy of the Périgord, especially in the summer; every Tuesday morning is market day in the central square. Other bastides: • Lalinde 15km • Eymet 36km • Villenfranche-du-Perigord 36km • Vergt 40km Most Beautiful Villages in France: • Monpazier 16km • Limmeuil 23km • Belves 25km • Castelnaud la Chappelle 40km • Beynac et Cazenac 42km • La Roque Gageac 47km • Domme 52km Places of note: • Moulin de Larroque 10km – working paper mill and boutique; runs tours and courses on medieval papermaking • Issigeac 15km – closest Michelin starred restaurant, excellent Sunday market, charming medieval town, Gallo-Roman history • Grottes de Maxange 20km – stunning natural cave of eccentric concrections (helictites formed by capillary action) • Bergerac 30km – an easy drive to wineries, historic old town with a Michelin starred restaurant, shopping, xmas markets • Sarlat 50km – gastronomic capital of the Dordogne, stunning medieval architecture and history, gourmet and boutique shopping, world-renowned bi-weekly markets, xmas markets • Bordeaux 146km – UNESCO historic city centre, world-renowned wineries Guest access The entire house is yours to enjoy. However, the attic is locked and unavailable for guest usage. Other things to note We have a co-host a few doors down if there are any issues; details will be provided as needed. Strictly *NO* pets allowed.