5 Bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, Sleeps 10, Garden, Swimming Pool
Babeau has been elegantly restored and furnished to a very high standard. It
is a large house (300sq. m) situated at the end of a quiet lane 1
km from the quaint XII th century hamlet of Dieulivol. Surrounded by
vines, plum orchards and meadows, Babeau has a private swimming pool and an
acre of gardens with no near neighbours. Croissants, bread and very basic
provisions can be bought from La Poste in the village.
The 150-year-old house has fabulous views over surrounding vineyards and
valleys. It is located between the medieval bastide towns of Duras (6
km), home to a famous chateau and wine festivals, and Monségur (5
km) with its summer jazz festival and weekly produce markets. The region,
called the Gironde, borders the Lot-et Garonne (often known as the garden of
France) and the Dordogne with its rolling hills and rivers.
Babeau is about 1 hour from Bordeaux and 35 minutes from Bergerac Airport.
Babeau and garden
Babeau has been restored to provide spacious accommodation ideal for
one or two families with children.
Ground floor:-
2 bedrooms,
Double Bedroom (Queen-size bed) with ensuite bathroom & WC -
ensuite also links to a
Satellite (UK free to view) TV, DVD, Radio, CD System, Board Games
Telephone for local / incoming calls
A large second family lounge with doors to pool area & separate WC
Study
The Study & Family lounge
Utility room with washing machine / dryer
Fully-equipped kitchen 440-litre refrigerator/ freezer,
oven, cooking hob, dishwasher, cookware, and a full range of small appliances,
cutlery and dining utensils.
Shower room / twin sinks / WC
Safe for valuables.
The stylish, fresh bedrooms and shower-room
on the ground floor at Babeau
First floor:-
Mezzanine with table & chairs
3 bedrooms
Double bedroom (Queen-size bed) with ensuite shower-room & WC
leading onto private terrace.
2 Twin bedrooms
The mezzanine
The 300 sq metre (3,300 sq feet) interior has been furnished to a very high
standard with teak furniture in all rooms and outside terraces.
A study and a new 2nd lounge running the length of the house
with two sets of French doors:
one leading to the pool in front and the other to the terrace and orchard
behind.
Outside: The pool overlooks the garden’s cherry, apple, and citrus
trees, with rows of vines in the valley beyond. The 9X4 private pool has a solar cover that
keeps it at a comfortable temperature in October and April. The cover
is removed in the summertime and the pool is protected with a child-safe
alarm.
Pool
BBQ,
Garden
Parking,
Covered terraces - one outside the kitchen, the other
overlooking the pool
Teak loungers and a table for 10 surround the pool
Maid Service upon request (payable locally), Telephone for
incoming and local calls. The entire house is centrally heated. Crisp, white linen and oversized bath and
pool towels are provided.
2008 prices - weeks commencing:
per week
5 Jan - 14
Mar
£600
15 Mar - 2 May
£670
3
May - 20 June
£890
SPECIAL SHORT BREAK - 6 nights
22
June - 27 June
£600
28
June - 18 July
£1075
19 July -
29 August
£1815
30 August
- 5th Sept
£890
6 Sep - 3 Oct
£670
4 Oct - 14 Dec
£600
15 Dec - 1 Jan 2009
£890
We can convert all Sterling payments into Euros at current exchange
rates at no extra charge.
£250 security deposit
A welcome basket with wine is provided free of charge on arrival.
Changeover date Saturday (dates may be flexible out of the peak season)
Clean linen, towels and pool towels are provided at the
beginning of each let.
Please enquire for details about long low-season lets, additional maid service,
baby sitting and chef / catering services.
Children Welcome, Wheelchair Access, Suitable For Elderly,
Sorry - No Pets Allowed, Sorry - No Smokers.
Local information: The area has beautiful landscapes, a rich culture
and culinary treats. The region is famous for wines but also produces excellent
prunes to make 'Pruneaux d'Agen'. The village of Dieulivol has a history dating
back to the crusades - pilgrims set off from its church in search of the Holy
Grail, crying "Dieu le veul" (God wills it) as they departed.
Dieulivol has a small post office that stocks basic provisions.
The peaceful beauty of this countryside has attracted people from around the
world who seek a more simple, tranquil life. The celebrated Buddhist monk and
best-selling author Thich Nhat Hanh chose the village of Dieulivol for his
international retreat center, Plum Village.
The pretty town of Duras, perched on an escarpment above the river Dropt valley
is a few kilometres away. Here are local shops, bars and restaurants as well as
the Chateau of the Ducs de Duras, now a museum. The chateau hosts concerts and
events including a wine fair in late July or August, featuring the local
appellation - les Cotes de Duras. Duras has a lively open air market Monday
mornings where locals sell fresh produce, fish, meats, baguettes and pastries,
to household goods and flowers.
The fortress village of Monsegur is 5 km away. The village has cafes and
restaurants and is known for its famous Jazz Festival - 24 Hours of Swing - that
takes place every July. It's an unforgettable weekend of jazz, wine and dance.
A splendid golf course and spa are at Chateau des Vigiers, 20 mins away. The
town of Sainte Foy la Grande on the river Dordogne is 25 km away, where there is
an excellent selection of restaurants, bars, shops, and cinema. It hosts a
popular open market Saturday mornings.
About 1 hour away, the city of Bordeaux offers shopping, sight seeing and night
life. Stop by the ancient winemaking town of St. Emilion on the way! A trip to
the coast is about 2 hours.
