Gite de Catherine is perfectly situated within a short drive to Verteillac and Riberac with its regular markets, cafe's and amenities. Aubeterre sur Dronne one of France's most beautiful villages & Brantome are just a short drive away. This recently refurbished Gite is on one level and is beautifully decorated with a homely feel. The 12 x 5m swimming pool is for sole use of the Gite guests (the owners may take a quick dip if you are out for the day.) This stylish one bedroom Gite is set in a small hamlet with panoramic views of the Dordogne and Charente countryside. This charming Gite is spacious and comes fully furnished with a hallway entrance, lounge/kitchen/dining room, bedroom, shower room, reading room, utility room, its own large private pool, beautiful gardens, bistro table, BBQ and undercover barn for bicycles or motorbike storage. All rooms are light and airy with double glazed windows and outside shutters. In addition to the Gite garden, guests can freely roam the adjacent 1½ acre garden that has an abundance of fruit trees readily available for picking. The views from the hillside garden are spectacular from the comfort of the relaxing pod chairs. The wonderful large 12 x 5m swimming pool is enclosed within a walled garden and provides the utmost privacy for guests. Enjoy the glorious weather from the sun beds and helicopter swing chair for the ultimate relaxation experience. The landscape provides plenty of shaded areas for alfresco dining to optimise your enjoyment in the sun; you will not be disappointed staying at this beautiful accommodation, just a short walk from the Lizonne river and a short drive into Verteillac or Riberac. The Gite comes complimentary with toiletries - hand soap, hand cream, shower and pool towels. Enjoy the spacious Super king bed with : Egyptian cotton sheets, hypoallergenic mattress and stylish bedding with cushions. On arrival you will receive your complimentary gift basket that includes: Wine, Beer, Fresh bread, Pastries, Cheese, Tea, Coffee, Milk, Orange Juice and some other complimentary snacks. Our recommendation of places to visit during your stay: Verteillac - (14 minutes) The Gite is ideally located within a short drive to this vibrant, scenic village with a boulangerie, boucherie, bank, cafe's, hardware store, Post Office and also hosts a brocante on the first Sunday of the month. Aubeterre-sur-Dronne (18 minutes away) One of France’s most beautiful villages is just a short drive away with its meandering river and beach, beautiful architecture, shops, restaurants and cafés. This beautiful village is poised on a steep hill above the Dronne river with its famous monolithic church of Saint Jean that is definitely worth a visit. Riberac (20 minutes away ) Where you can pick up your supplies of fresh bread, enjoy a coffee, glass of wine, lunch, or browse the local markets. Riberac also has a good choice of supermarkets and fresh produce. Bourdeilles – (35 minutes away) The picturesque village of Bourdeilles sits peacefully on the Dronne river near Brantome. Visit the medieval fortress and chateau, the chateau dominates the village with its two distinct castles an older castle and one more recent renaissance castle. Brantome – (36 minutes away) Known locally as the ‘The Venice of Perigord.’ The river Dronne flows through the centre of the town passing the Benedictine Abbey that sits in the woodland cliffs. The original Abbey was destroyed by the Vikings but was rebuilt in the 10th Century. The town boasts some good shops, cafe's and restaurants that include Michelin starred. Angouleme – (40 minutes away) The capital of the Charente with its meandering river and main line railway station with connections to Paris, Lille, La Rochelle, Nice, Limoges and Bordeaux. The city is full of art and history. Perigueux – (56 minutes away) The capital of the Dordogne is also worth a visit with its medieval and roman towns, imposing Cathedral that dominates the skyline with its domes and turrets and was classified as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1998. The town is full of art and history. Cognac - (65 minutes away ) Cognac is situated in the Charente department and has an extensive town centre and old town with cobbled streets. Cognac is world famous for its brandy distribution, visit one of the distilleries; Hennessy, Courvoisier or Remy Martin or stroll along the banks of the Charente river. Cognac is a vibrant town that attracts many visitors each year. Oradour-sur-Glane – (1 hour 35 minutes away) A village set in time following the massacre of 642 inhabitants on the 10th June 1944 during WW2, now a permanent memorial and museum. Bordeaux – (I hour 40 minutes) A port city on the Garonne river known for being the most beautiful wine city of the world, this elegant city boasts international flights, incredible restaurants, Cathedral of Saint- Andre, beautiful architecture and museums, Bordeaux also has some fabulous beaches! Royan (1 hour 50 minutes) Located in the Charente-Maritime, Royan is an historic seaside resort that has five sandy beaches protected from the wind between the Gironde Estuary and Atlantic Ocean. Royan is popular with tourists throughout the season and was awarded ‘city of art and history in 2010. La Rochelle (2 hours 10 minutes) Capital of the Charente-Maritime department. It has been a centre for fishing and trade since the 12th Century with its Vieux port (old harbour) and Marina, the old town has half-timbered medieval houses and Renaissance architecture. Enjoy the delightful bars and restaurants that surround the Marina or visit the Aquarium or WW2 Bunker. Guests will be provided with a meet and greet service on arrival and shown around the property and gardens. The owners live on site and are to hand to answer any questions. Full access to the Gite, pool and gardens. (Please note there are some stairs to the pool and rear gardens.) There is a no smoking policy inside the Gite however you are permitted to smoke in the gardens outside. We look forward to welcoming you to this little piece of paradise!