Douville Chateau, Sleeps 12 With Pool

Perfectly positioned between Bergerac and Périgueux, set in 32 acres of private estate with prairies, little brooks and a pond, Château Perigord offers rural charm and elegance in the enchanting Dordogne countryside. This 17th century country house has undergone a very recent restoration which has brought the château into the 21st century whilst carefully retaining its traditions and character. French windows bring light into the spacious rooms and high-quality furnishings have been added to create comfort and class. Original wood panelling, a French billiard table, marble and limestone fireplaces and exquisite chandeliers feature downstairs where you can relax in tranquillity or dine by candlelight. The delightful country kitchen retains all its charm yet has been updated with high-end appliances and the modern kitchen-island with its traditional marble top is a great spot for breakfast or a pre-dinner drink. Upstairs, each of the six bedrooms has its own individuality whether it’s the super king-size double with its original stone marble fireplace, the triple aspect room with its own desk and romantic roll top bath or the pretty bedroom where you can gaze at sunsets from the west-facing window. Each of them features high-quality bed linen, towels and their own en suite bathrooms with spacious walk-in showers. Outside, admire the views of this beautiful château and its typical Perigord style as you stroll through the vast estate and beyond walking through meadows and fields of hay, passing ancient canals and crossing over the small brook. The 18m long heated swimming pool is a welcome new addition, next to the west-facing stone terrace set up for al-fresco dining and drinks in the evening sun through the ancient lime trees. Enjoy the tranquillity of the rolling hills and woodland in the countryside around you and discover timeless hamlets, picturesque villages and historic market towns. The delights of the Dordogne are near with both Bergerac and Périgueux reachable within half an hour and well-known riverside villages such as Trémolat and Limeuil just a little further. You can even reach the vineyards or Saint-Émilion or Bordeaux within ninety minutes where you will find some of world’s finest wines. Canoeing along the Dordogne, cycling through the varied landscapes and lake-swimming are just some of the many activities in this region. Families will also love the adventure parks, watersports and tree-top activity centres that are dotted across this part of the Dordogne. There’s no doubt that the timeless appeal of Château Perigord and the surrounding area will appeal to all generations for years to come. Château Interiors Ground Floor - Drawing room with marble fireplace - Dining room with limestone fireplace - Kitchen, well-equipped including Rangemaster cooker with six hobs, Bosch double fridge, Smeg dishwasher and central island/breakfast bar - Library with TV - French billiard room First Floor - Bedroom with super king bed (180cm bed) with fireplace, double aspect windows and en suite bathroom with walk-in shower - Bedroom with super king bed (180cm bed) with triple aspect windows, desk and en suite bathroom with roll top bath and 2m long walk-in shower  - Three bedrooms with king size beds (160cm bed) with en suite bathrooms with walk-in showers - Double bedroom with en suite bathroom Outside Grounds - Heated swimming pool (18m x 4m). Open approximately May to end-September - East terrace with seating, parasol and barbecue (overlooking formal garden and rose arch) - West terrace with al-fresco dining table, parasol and barbecue (overlooking swimming pool and prairies) - 32-acre estate (featuring canals, a brook and pond - declared as an animal sanctuary by the owner) - Various walks within estate (over 4 miles - bring good walking shoes) Facilities - Wi-Fi - Heating - Smart TV with Netflix - French billiard table - Bikes