The Lodge, peacefully nestled in the countryside

Tastefully designed and decorated Perigord style property in the Perigord natural park area of the Limousin, South - West France. Ideal for peaceful and romantic breaks. However, situated close to the Dordogne and plenty of outdoor activities and historic sites for visitors wanting more activity. The Lodge has a fully fitted kitchen with Cooker, Micro-Wave, fridge/freezer, Toaster and Electric kettle all making self- catering easy should you wish to. Off the kitchen is a comfortable Lounge with Integrated DVD/Television which receives all the normal U.K stations. Small hallway that leads to the double bedroom with a large window overlooking the front of the property and a small area of woodland . The shower room is everything you'd wish for, with powerful shower, W.C and basin. All towels are provided along with Hair dryer. The French doors from the Lounge lead onto a patio area with it's Bistro table and chairs with private BBQ close by. To the side of the lodge is an area which can be used for sunloungers or to picnic on under some shade from the hot sun. The large gardens and drive provide ample off road parking. Wi-Fi is also provided for your convenience. Other things to note Only a 40 minute drive from Limoges airport which is serviced by Ryanair getting here is easy. We send full PDF directions from the airport and from Calais should you be driving down (Be aware though that being in the South-West of France it's a good 7 hour drive from Calais.) to all of our guests. The Gite is set in 1 acre of grounds along with the main house. There is a lawned area which guests are more than welcome to use for sunbathing, picnics, BBQ's. There is a 3x3 plunge pool for guests to use, however it is a shared area. Just outside the property is a small local country lane which leads down to a beautiful chateau with its own moat, perfect for evening strolls. I am on hand as when needed to help or to answer questions, I will leave you contact details. Maisonnais-sur-Tardoire is situated in the Haute-Vienne department and Limousin region (now part of the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region), in the southern-centre of France at 46 kilometres from Limoges, the department capital ( Maisonnais-sur-Tardoire is 371 kilometres from Paris). Popular places to visit nearby include Rochechouart at 16 km and Nontron at 21 km. For more places to visit and local tourist attractions Markets in and near Maisonnais-sur-Tardoire The Honey festival The honey produced in the commune has the label "Regional Natural Périgord Limousin" and the honey festival, attended by many beekeepers, held on the third weekend of September. Come! Markets near by Piegut-Pluviers: market Wednesday (10km) La Rochefoucauld: market Wednesday & Saturday (23km) Chalus: market Friday (24km) Saint-Junien: market Saturday (26km) Mareuil: market Tuesday (35km) Ruelle-sur-Touvre: market Thursday & Sunday & (36km) Thiviers: market Tuesday - seasonal market only (37km) Thiviers: market Saturday (37km) Brantome: market Monday - seasonal market only (39km) Brantome: market Friday (39km) Address is 64 Les Dognons , Masionnaise Sur Tardoire, 87440 I am located on the C3 off the D699 If travelling from Piegut Head north-west towards Rue de l'Hôtel de ville Restricted-usage road 41 m Turn right onto Rue de l'Hôtel de ville 140 m Turn left onto Rue de la Résistance/D91E4 Continue to follow D91E4 1.4 km Turn left onto D675 10.8 km Turn left onto Rue de l'Église/Rue Principale/D675 (signs for Rochechouart/Maisonnais s/ Tardoire) Continue to follow Rue Principale/D675 170 m Turn left onto Rue d'Angoulême/D699 Continue to follow D699 3.8 km Turn left on to the C3 in 2-300 meters you will meet your destination 64 Les Dognons 87440 Maisonnais-sur-Tardoire, France Shared pool available