Secluded beautiful farmhouse, near Bergerac.

La Truffiere (the place of the truffles) has been a much-loved family holiday home since the early 1970s. It is the last house along a small 2 km road that passes several farms, and stands alone in the middle of surrounding fields, with beautiful views in all directions. The countryside is full of arable land, sunflowers and vineyards. A covered terrace was added a few years ago, and allows for eating outside, in all weather. Extensive updating of the property was carried out in 2019. There is a great feeling of calm and relaxation about the house. It comfortably sleeps 8 adults, and there is plenty of room for travel cots (not provided) too. 3 of the rooms have zip-and-link beds, so can be made up as singles or doubles. The 4th room has a double bed. Please let our housekeeper know how you would like the beds before you arrive. The hexagonal pool is surrounded by railings with a gate, so it is safe for small children. It is unheated, but warms up considerably over the summer months. Washing machine and dishwasher are provided (and a tumble dryer, although we try to keep its use to a minimum). Linen, towels, TV and WI-FI are provided. La Truffiere is located just outside the very small village of St Jean De Duras, in the Lot et Garonne, on the borders with the Gironde and the Dordogne. It is the last house along a small 2 km road that passes several farms, and stands alone in the middle of surrounding fields, with beautiful views in all directions. The countryside is full of arable land, sunflowers and vineyards. The nearest airport is Bergerac (about 40 minutes drive). Bordeaux airport is about 1.5 hours drive, Marmande train station is convenient if coming from Paris and the nearest train station is Ste Foy La Grande. A car is essential when staying at the house. We have a housekeeper who lives locally and who is available if needed during your stay. The nearest village is St Jean de Duras, where there is a baker who bakes delicious sourdough bread every day (except Tuesdays) and croissants at weekends. Several market towns are within easy reach: Duras, Eymet, Miramont, Bergerac and Sainte-Foy-la-Grande. As well as morning markets, there are several night markets during the summer months too. There are supermarkets close by too - the nearest at Duras and Sainte-Foy-la-Grande Local activities include visits to the towns and markets, beautiful walks and runs, wonderful cycling, many fantastic golf courses (the nearest at Chateau de Vigiers) canoeing on the Dordogne river, tennis and wine tasting at local venues (such as Chateau Pierrail). There are many excellent restaurants nearby. Bergerac (and its airport) is 40 minutes drive away, and Bordeaux 1.5 hours drive (or an hour’s train journey from Sainte-Foy-la-Grande). Because the house is so rural, you really do need a car to get around A car is essential.