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Specialists in all joinery & Carpentry including our new joinery manufacturing facilities

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Activity Breaks

 

If you are looking for something different when visiting France, or perhaps you already live here and decide to take a break then there may be something on this page for you.

 

Click on reference numbers for more information or the full adverts and click on a link below to go straight to your choice of holiday!

 

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Art

 

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L'Atelier du Soulondre is situated in Lodeve town, but in a very quiet little street with no noise.  Five minutes walk takes you to the town centre one way, five minutes walk takes you into the woods the other way. 

 

The South of France has the ideal climate and environment (spiritually and physically) to study painting or drawing. France continues to inspire people to paint and a vacation, coupled with a course, can bring out the best in you and your art.

 

David and Sally McEwen invite you to stay in their home in this, as yet, relatively undiscovered part of France.

 

 

The house is on two floors, with most of the bedrooms on garden level.  The little river Soulondre flows by the garden wall and the 12th century cathedral can be seen from the garden. 

 

Double ensuite rooms are available, as are twin and single rooms.  Meals are taken "en famille" (bookings for dinner please the day before) with prices from 32€/£22 for a single room (inc breakfast). 

 

If the fancy takes you, you can also take art lessons with David, a professional artist.  www.paintfrance.com is the website to visit.

 

For further information and reservations please e mail sally.mcewen@wanadoo.fr or telephone (from UK) 00 33 4 67 44 41 70 (in France) 04 67 44 41 70

 

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Wood Turning – Tuition and Courses

 

Beginners courses and Intermediate and beyond………

 

We live and work in the Dordogne, South West France. Set midway between Angoulême, capital of the Charente and Périgueux the capital of the Dordogne, and, in our humble opinion, one of the most beautiful parts of France.


The setting of my atelier “l’ame du bois” is spectacular with uninterrupted panoramic views and an abundance of wild life. We are in the flight path of the Grue(cranes) and, you can see these massive flocks of migrating birds in early Spring going North to the Baltic and late autumn going South to Spain for the Winter. We are also with buzzards, kites and other birds of prey. Red squirrels, deer and sanglier (wild boar) occasionally make their presence known.

 

All courses are informal, hands on, one-to-one and aimed at your particular interests for you, the student. The pace of the course is to suit you, nobody else.

 

Testing the water- Come and make a bowl


“Testing the water” is designed for those who want to satisfy their curiosity and take their first step into wood turning with creating a bowl on the lathe to take away at the end of the session. Just fun !

 

 

 

Beginners Course for face plate turning - at a pace to suit you

 

On this course attention will be paid to correct tool for the job,  tool sharpening,  different turning techniques , choosing woods, finishes etc after which  you will go away with a sound understanding of wood turning and you can expect to make items such as a bowl, platter or a hollow form or all if time permits.

 

Intermediate and Beyond


As with all other courses, this course is structured to individual needs and aimed at those that have a sound understanding of basic practices and principles but wish to aspire to projects that require a greater level of skill. Natural edge bowls, green/wet turning, hollow forms, bowls, platters, natural edge vases are some of the things that can be built into the course.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Specialist - Large Diameter and wall sculptures


This course is for the experienced turner wanting to make a large turning and most probably has not got the facilities in their own atelier.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

All courses are non-residential, but accommodation can be found near by, B&B, Chamber d’hote, hotel or campsite. A detailed list can of accommodation can be emailed to you or why not look at the Holiday Section on this web site.

 

If you are interested in more information on our courses or if you would like to discuss your requirements or a particular turning interest we will see if we can customise a course to suit you please use the email box on our web site (link here http://www.le-artisan.com/Tuition%20Courses%20Location.html)

 

See our web site www.le-artisan.com Telephone: 05 53 60 74 38 and email: johnmitchell@sfr.fr

 

 

 

Camping/Caravans/Motor Homes

 

ENGLISH CARAVAN BREAKS, BY SWAPS.  

Do you have an English caravan parked up, and out of regular use?

Like many Brits out there we have a decent, cosy, Elddis Typhoon caravan parked up on our land and not in use.

We live in the Haute Vienne and so are in the centre of French walking country and lakes.

We would like to travel about 100 km in any direction from Marval and stay in your caravan for regular breaks and see more of France, in exchange for you using ours.

No cost

No towing

A Straight Swap

If Interested Please Phone Hilary and Roger 05 55 78 24 05 or E.Mail brayshaw.roger@neuf.fr

 

 

 

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La ribiere sud/HouseCamping La Ribiere Sud

 

Limousin, Haute-Vienne in 22 Acres of woodland, meadows. For touring caravans and tents.

Emplacements each 220 Sq Mtrs 10 Amps electric, water.

 

Home of ARTIST ANN LAMB

 

 

 

A campsite set in the Natural Park region of Limousin-Perigord on the N21 between Limoges and Perigueux, 5kms north of Chalus, 8km north of Dordogne.

 

22 acres of woodland and meadows. Enjoy your vacation surrounded by natural wildlife - deer, birds, rabbits, lizards, frogs, newts, butterflies and lots more at Camping La Ribiere Sud

 

Enjoy your holiday walking, cycling, scenic drives, lakes, fishing, festivals, markets, Limoges pottery, pretty villages, shopping, golf, horse riding and lots lots more .................

We offer a friendly welcome and will give any help you need to get settled in.

Our site has only a few emplacements  which are large enough to give you plenty of room to spread and relax - choose sunny or shady spots. Our aim is to provide a natural area - no noisy amusements, just lots of space to wander.

 

 

There are plenty of activities round and about without having to travel far. You can also wander or cycle beyond our site on the chemins (public rights of way) through woodland, countryside, past lakes and through hamlets. Take a picnic and explore.

The skies here are amazing  especially the colourful sunsets and on many nights you will be able to see shooting stars.

See our web site for more information and how to find us Camping La Ribiere Sud

We can also offer a holiday with a difference - why not try Yurt Camping!

 

Click HERE for more info

 

North Dordogne

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Moulin de Touroulet - small campsite with restaurant and swimming lake and swimming pool.

 

Built around 17th century mill house in North Dordogne.

 

The site is situated just 4km from the RN21, halfway between Limoges and Perigueux in Northern Dordogne, an area of outstanding beauty, also known as the Perigord-Limousin Natural Park.

 

Nearest towns are La Coquille and Thiviers, both with shops, supermarkets, bars/restaurants and train station.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

8 level pitches, grass or hard-standing with 6amp electricity and views of the lake.   

 

 

There is a modern shower block providing modern facilities and British WCs. Push button hot showers, shaving points in the male section and hairdryer points in the female section. A washing machine is situated at the rear and dishwashing and laundry sinks at the front.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The grounds afford plenty of space for playing outdoor games.

There is an outdoor table tennis table and a small above ground swimming pool, also an indoors games room with basket ball hoop and darts board for rainy days. We do not have games machines.

 

We organise competitions in the summer as well as run our famous barbecues, joined by locals and where we welcome people to bring their guitars and other musical instruments to join our evening soirees

The mill itself is over 2 hundred years old and houses it’s own bar and restaurant, popular with locals as well as campers, providing both English & French cuisine or even Chinese or Indian food.

 

 There are tables on the patio where you can eat your meals on a summer evening or sit inside and enjoy the ambience of the oak beamed interior

Open all year. 

 

 

 

 

Telephone (from uk) 00 33 553 55 23 59 (from France) 05 53 55 23 59 or Email: touroulet@hotmail.com

 

 

 

 

Web site www.camping-touroulet.com 

 

 

Click HERE to see the various events held here throughout the year!

 

 

 

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Camping la Plage

 

We would like to welcome you to Camping la Plage, an English, family-owned campsite in an unique and tranquil position situated directly on the River Dordogne in approximately 10 acres of woodland with private access to the river.

Our central location means easy access to towns like Sainte-Foy-la-Grande with it's busy market every Saturday morning. The famous Saint-Emilion wine region with its magnificent monastery and vineyards is approximately 25-35 minutes away, as is the beautiful town of Bergerac. Other well known towns such as Duras, Eymet and Bordeaux are within driving distance.

There are many vineyards which offer wine tasting in the area, a world ranked 18 hole golf course within 12 kms, an Aquapark, horse riding, go-karting, bowling, canoeing and lots more just a short distance away.

If you don't wish to spend time in the car, we have activities on site which include: swimming pool, children's play area, basketball, badminton, table tennis. On the river, canoeing and kayaking are 2 minutes walk over the bridge and fishing is accessible from the campsite. Also over the bridge is an assortment of local shops offering everything from fresh bread to postage stamps, internet cafe and hairdressers.

Camping in France - safe family pool areaActivities on site include: swimming pool (open May - September), children's play area, badminton, table tennis, basket ball and football area.

On the river, canoeing and kayaking are 2 minutes walk over the bridge and fishing is accessible from the campsite. Horse riding can also be arranged and is suitable for all levels. The surrounding area is excellent for cycling and walking.

 

Camping in France - restaurantCamping in France - outside barOur busy bar and brassiere are open April to October, with themed food nights and music nights held throughout the summer period, or you could just relax on our large terrace, eating al fresco and sampling some of the wines of the region and socialising with the locals. Freshly cooked local produce suitable for all ages and tastes, vegetarian and children's menu.

Live sporting events are shown on a large screen television, so you can relax and enjoy your holiday without missing your favourite sporting events, while the children play in our enclosed play area adjacent to the brassiere.

 

If you wish to relax in the summer sun, an ideal place is our enclosed 17 metre swimming pool, with its decked, grassed terrace area and shade from the large trees.

Camping la Plage is open from May 15th to September 15th.

Camping in France - campsiteWe have accommodation for 25 tents, caravans or motor caravans with a number of pitches overlooking the river. All pitches are set under mature trees which provide excellent shade from the summer sun and have access to water and electricity points of 10 amps. There is also a BBQ area with beautiful views over the river.

The toilet block has hot and cold water, male and female showers and washing facilities. Dishwashing and laundry sinks are also situated in this area.

See our web site for more information www.dordognecamping.co.uk

 

Contact us

 

Camping la Plage
St. Seurin de Prats
Dordogne
France

 

Email enquiries@dordognecamping.co.uk

 

Telephone (from UK) 00 33 5 53 58 61 07 (in France) 05 53 58 61 07

 

 

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France Vacances in the Dordogne for Camping, Mobile Home or Caravan holidays.

 

 

Find a campsite/caravan site or rent a mobile home via this new holiday accommodation site.

 

Perhaps you fancy a small family run camp site on the edge of a village with accommodation in your own mobile home?

 

Or why not rent a motor home and tour France?

 

Whatever you choose you will benefit from the best prices, often with discounts available, booked direct with owners and benefit from an English speaking helpline.

 

 

See web site www.france-vacances.co.uk for more information.

 

 

Cooking

 

Cycling

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Loire Life logo

Welcome to our unique Loire Valley cycle tour, all based from one location, yet able to include famous sights and offer accommodation to match many Loire Valley hotels.

 During your cycling holiday in France, enjoy our personal hospitality, great food and the friendly company of fellow cyclists.  This french cycling holiday is centre based and self-guided, and includes six nights accommodation, breakfasts and four course evening meals with wine, station transfers, detailed route guides and more.

For cycling holidays in France we offer high quality and great value!

Throughout the cycling vacation you are guaranteed our personal attention to detail and can benefit from Loire Valley cycling tours that reflect real local knowledge.  

Whether a novice or advanced cyclist, young or not so young, you can experience the best of the Loire Valley, relax in one location and mix your cycling with your sightseeing.

Please browse our web site www.loirelifecycling.com and see what our most recent guests have said about us and contact us to discuss or book your French cycling holiday - We look forward to hearing from you!

Our chambre d'hote at Gue de RayYour home during your French cycling holiday is “Gue de Ray”, an 18th century farm, completely renovated in 2008.  It provides fantastic accommodation while you stay with us for your Loire Valley vacation.

Set in a rural location and surrounded by an acre of gardens and trees, it's the perfect place to start and finish the day!  Just unpack and relax for the entire week!

 

Swimming PoolOur accommodation includes:

·                            Double & twin bedrooms with private shower rooms or bathrooms

·                            Outdoor swimming pool

·                            Hot-tub Jacuzzi and garden terraces

·                            Comfortable sitting rooms with complementary tea and coffee

·                            Free wireless Internet access

·                            Free laundry facilities & secure storage for bikes

Cycle along the banks of the Loire, explore famous wine towns and vineyards, experience the history of the magnificent Chateaux and immerse yourself in the unique atmosphere of the Loire Valley.  Our hub and spoke cycling routes will return you back to us each evening to enjoy great food and hospitality.  No continual packing and unpacking on this fixed centre tour!

Each day we have created a unique and flexible Loire Valley bike tour, exploiting our enviable location in the heart of the Loire to the full.   We can cater for a wide range of cycling abilities and adjust the distance of routes if necessary.  Self guided, you are under no time pressure and each route is described with detailed route instructions and accompanying maps - we make navigation as simple as possible.

Our routes cover flat terrain and quiet back roads or dedicated cycle ways.  You are well supported as you cycle and throughout your week we provide you with full backup while you are on the road, so we are only ever a phone-call away from assistance and a lift back if you need one.

Unlike many other french cycling holidays, we live and cycle all year in this area.  Our Loire Valley routes  reflect our local knowledge and provide glimpses of the less well known parts of the region as well as including the world famous Chateaux that we are lucky enough to live near!

 

Email info@loirelifecycling.com or telephone (from UK) 00 33 2 41 82 20 28 (in France) 02 41 82 20 28 for a booking.

 

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Lot Cycling Holidays

 

DoorEnjoy a leisure cycling holiday in the beautiful and unspoilt Lot region of sunny southwest France.

 

Lot Cycling Holidays is a small, friendly holiday company based in the lovely area of Quercy in southwest France.

We offer active holidays for people wishing to explore this delightful part of the country - with the emphasis very much on relaxation.

 

There is easy-paced cycling along quiet country lanes, exploring the pretty villages, mediaeval bastide towns and dramatic vistas of this delightful and varied region.
 


We believe a cycling holiday in France should fully embrace the French way of life and so our holidays feature excellent food, plentiful wine and convivial company, all to be enjoyed in the extremely comfortable and relaxing surroundings of our lovely house in the country.

 

 

Stay at our lovely old, stone Mas (farmhouse) nestled in the tranquil, wooded countryside of the Bouriane, between the Lot and Dordogne rivers.

 

Daglan marketWe supply you with a high quality touring bike with suspension seat post - for an extra comfortable ride - and 27 gears to make things as easy as possible.

It’s fitted with a clip-on front handlebar bag for you to store what you want to take with you for the day – sun cream, camera, drink - and has a map pocket on top. 
 

 


We’ll also give you a water bottle, pump and lock. A spare inner tube and basic tools are also provided – although we will always be nearby in the backup bus to do repairs if required.

 

We have mapped a series of tours designed to let you get close to the real France by exploring lovely local countryside, pretty, sleepy villages and the breathtaking, winding Lot river valley.

 

For more information see our web site www.lotcyclingholidays.com

 

 

Fishing

 

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www.sweetchestnutlake.co.uk

 

"Special Offer with every booking - 20kg Pellets and Particles free''

 

 

Owned and managed by Val and Colin Meneaud, who live on site, Sweet Chestnut Lake is located in the beautiful Northern Dordogne countryside, just 3 km's from Saint Saud Lacoussiere.

 
In carp angling terms we are a 'Fly and Survive' or 'Drive and Survive', venue established in 2007 with excellent facilities.
 

Our 4 acre lake is situated in an attractive setting. Surrounded on all sides by trees and with a well maintained grass bank on one side, level with the water's edge, ideal for fishing from.

 

 

 

54lb 4oz Mirror Carp, New Lake Record, caught on November 1st 2009

 

The lake was stocked 3 times during the winter of 2006/2007. In total 50 Carp over 20lb were introduced, including several 30's and one fish over 40lb.

 

The new carp have gained weight rapidly and we now have several 40's and numerous 30's and our carp record is 54lb 4oz

 

We also have some catfish in the lake, the biggest is now well over 72lb and we have others not far behind in weight.

 

The lake is also home to about 150 Original Carp, these are mainly double-figure fish with some 20's, but there could be some surprises.

 

 

 

 

The facilities at Sweet Chestnut Lake are excellent and are of course exclusive to parties that book with us.

 
We offer a recently refurbished apartment contained in the main house and above our own accommodation, right on the edge of the lake. Total privacy is maintained as access is by way of an external stairway with small viewing balcony. Decorated to a high standard the self contained apartment boasts brand new kitchen and bathroom.

The toilet, walk in shower and large wash basin have just been installed complete with fresh white wall tiles. There is also a large living/dining area with 3 seater sofa and dining table with chairs.

 
Outside the apartment, we provide table, chairs and parasol, ideal for sitting out and relaxing, and also a new stone barbeque. Below this accessed by natural steps, on the lakes edge, is a hard standing which can also be used, you can even fish from here if you like.
 
We provide all the large items of carp fishing equipment, which were new in 2007, and this is included in our prices.

This makes us very attractive to customers, who wish to take advantage of the amazing low cost flights by Ryanair to Limoges.

Our venue is just a leisurely 40 minute drive away in the beautiful Parc Naturel Regional Perigord-Limousin.

 

Delicious freshly cooked meals are available and anglers may decide to book the food package for the week. Meals can be delivered to your swim or served in the apartment.

 

We also have a full range of baits available on site, including........ Loir baits fresh frozen boilies, pop-ups and dips. High quality pellets, freshly cooked particles and ground bait.

 
We are happy to cater for any angler's needs and provide as much or as little attention as you require.
 
Check out the website  www.sweetchestnutlake.co.uk
 
 
Or telephone (from UK) 00 33 5 53 60 39 36 (in France) 05 53 60 39 36

 

North Dordogne

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Golden Oak LakeGOLDEN OAK LAKE AND GITES

 

Golden Oak is a beautiful 5 acre lake set in the middle of tranquil farmland. It has everything you need for that total carp fishing experience.

This newly opened lake has never previously been available to the public, but with carp in the region of 35lbs in abundance is sure to make for very rewarding fishing.

 

Located in the North Dordogne, between Limoges and Perigueux. The nearest town is Thiviers.

 

 

 

The Total Carp Fishing Experience...

 

At Golden Oak Lake we aim to give you some of the very best carp fishing that France has to offer. We want you to have a completely hassle free stay so that you can concentrate on what you enjoy most.
 

 

 

 

 

The Fish...

 

Golden Oak lake offers the challenge of some really large Carp. There are a number of fish in the 35lb region and stocks of even larger fish on their way.
 

The Lake...

 

Golden Oak Lake is beautiful unspoilt water. This secluded lake with its purpose built swims is limited to a maximum of 5 people fishing at any one time. This coupled with the fact that the lake has only recently been opened to the public gives you a chance to experience some of the most exclusive fishing.

 

 

Accommodation...

 

The gites are a traditional stone barn conversion, retaining many of the original features, but including the comfort you would expect from a high class conversion. Exposed stonework, oak beams, and a wood burning stove rub shoulders with soft, colourful rugs and tasteful funishings.

 

 

The gites are wheelchair friendly, all access is ramped, and have a double en-suite on the ground floor. There are two large bedrooms on the 1st floor, 1 double and one twin, both of which have en-suite facilities.
 

The kitchen is fully fitted, with all the usual equipment. There are laundry facilities available. The lounge and dining area have double doors leading onto the terrace, which overlook the lawn and lake, making it the perfect place for breakfast, or a glass of wine. Garden furniture is provided, we also have a plunge pool. Parking is conveniently situated at the side of the barn.

 

Whats included ....

 

Equipment...

 

We will provide you with all major equipment. Fully inclusive, you will have the use of BIVVY'S, BEDCHAIRS, RODS, REELS, NETS and UNHOOKING MATS, plus many other extras. (see right for details)
 

Extras...

 

You will not go hungry ! breakfast will be delivered to your swim, egg and bacon baguettes, as well as lunch; there will be a choice, Pate, Ham, cheese etc. Along with a large flask of boiling water to make coffee and tea.

Dinner...

 

will be 3 courses of first class home cooked food. I am a seriously good cook, you will not lose weight ! Let us know if you require a special diet, gluten free, vegetarian etc. Weather permitting we will also have BBQ's.

 

Want More...

 

We can provide wine and beer with your evening meal (not included in price).

 

Please discuss your requirements with us, we will be happy to give you a quote, depending on your needs.

 

Well behaved dogs welcome.

 

For more information please visit www.carpfr.com or phone

(00 33) 05 53 55 23 86

 

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Mobile Home for rental in Ladignac le Long, Haute Vienne.

 

Holiday rental available in this spacious home in its own private grounds.

 

Panoramic views and 1.5 k from the village of Ladignac with all necessary shops, doctors, dentist, school and bar. There is also a swimming lake just outside the village.

 

 

 

St Yrieix La Perche, a lively market town, is just 10 minutes with many shops, bars and restaurants. Limoges is approximately 40 minutes drive and Perigueux about an hour.

 

Ideally situated for touring the Dordogne or Limousin.

 

Fishing is available in the owners lake below the mobile home.

 

The mobile home has two bedrooms, shower room and separate toilet.

 

Fitted kitchen including fridge, hob and microwave.

 

Large living area with TV (satellite), video and gas fire.

 

Patio with garden furniture and BBQ.

 

Sorry no pets.

 

Bed linen and towels provided.

 

Alan and Elaine Field on (from UK) 00 33 5 55 09 92 12 (in France) 05 55 09 92 12 or email aefield@wanadoo.fr

 

 

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Les Bregeres

Rochechouart - 2 bed roomed house available for holidays all year round, sleeping 5 people, with plunge pool and private fishing lake.

This recently renovated spacious cottage, which is annexed to the rear of the owners original Limousin farmhouse and barn, has been tastefully and sympathetically modernised whilst retaining many authentic features, which add to the charm of this rural property.

 

The owners private lake, which is about a 10 minute drive from the cottage, has easy access from a quiet country lane and ‘on site’ parking’ and offers an additional option when planning your holiday.

For further information please contact Jane Nicholson (from UK) 00 33 555 78 19 24 (in France) 05 55 78 19 24 or email owners@lesbregeres.com see web site www.lesbregeres.com

 

Flying Lessons

 

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Do you want to do something different in France?

The why not try NearlyHeaven for your next holiday - see stunning scenery and the ancient cities of Limoges, Perigueux, Angouleme and La Rochelle by light aircraft!

Or end your house-hunting trip by flying over all the properties you have viewed and see them from a totally different perspective.

On offer is a great deal more than traditional self catering French farmhouse accommodation so why not join us for some flying, cycling, walking, swimming and horse riding.

 

Our properties are within walking distance of open countryside, woods, lakes and the local village where there is a pub, restaurant, tobacconist and bakery.

We have over 5 Hectares of private land which is available to anyone staying at the farmhouse or the gîte. Additional on-site facilities include table tennis, badminton, bicycles and a 10m x 4m swimming pool.
 

Fishing permits are available for local lakes and rivers. There is a model aircraft club just up the road and a Go-carting track within 10 minutes drive. Other local attractions include porcelain factories and museums in the surrounding villages.

 

La Chataigneraie  This is a Traditional French farmhouse in the heart of the French countryside.

 

4 double bedrooms,
4 bathrooms
30ft long lounge
Kitchen with all the essential appliances
Private Swimming pool


Ideal for families, corporate holidays, training sessions or large groups

Cot and high chair available, if required.

 

La Porcherie The gîte is a cosy self contained property which used to be the old piggery and the bacon/ham smoking room.

Renovated to a very high standard with own private garden next to La Chataigneraie.

 

Can be booked separately or in conjunction with the main house. With full access to the the same 5 Hectares of private land but not the swimming pool unless booked together.

 

 

 

 

 

Sleeps up to 4
Kitchen and bathroom


Gas central heating and wood burning stove

Cot and high chair available, if required

NB Property rentals are made on a self-catering basis only

Both properties have secure broadband internet access (included in price) 

Typical spring/summer lets are for 1 or 2 weeks but we are happy to negotiate favourable rates for long-term occupation during the winter season

Flying lessons and air-experience flights are provided in conjunction with the Aeroclub de Limoges offering more-reliable weather and the superior facilities of an international airport.

We offer introductory, conversion and Private Pilot's Licence (PPL) courses provided by our own English lady Flying Instructor who is fully approved by the UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) and the Direction Générale de l'Aviation Civile (DGAC) to conduct English-language training in the UK and France.  Sue is also a CAA authorised Flight examiner and Ground School examiner. So, in short, you can take all of your exams in English with Sue in France.

 

 

More information - Sue Virr     web site www.nearlyheaven.com

 

Telephone (from UK) 00 33 5 55 481 750 (in France) 05 55 48 17 50

 

Telephone (Skypein)  0207 193 8229 (Calls via Skype at UK rates)

 

Mobile (Sue) (from UK) 00 33 689 713 603  (in France) 06 89 71 36 03 (Flying lessons) 

 

Skype ID nearlyheaven (free pc-to-pc calls)

 

email info@nearlyheaven.com (preferred contact method)


 

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Motoring and Motor Bikes

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Flash Tours

 

We're located 60 kms south-west of Poitiers, or 22 kms due east of Niort, in the Deux-Sevres département of France. The town is Melle, and it's great!

 

 

 

 

If you're fed up with the congestion on Britain's roads, fed up with the weather and fed up with the sheer impossibility of having any FUN anymore, then come down and see us. We'll take you out over three full days of riding to cover a total of 1,000 kms of some of the best roads you will ever ride down. In the evenings you'll be treated to a gastronomic feast while listening to your new friends bang on about their suspension settings.

 

 

 

The house is a three storey early 19thC town house located in the medieval town of Melle in Les Deux Sèvres. It stands in a two acre walled park with a tennis court and a swimming pool. 

There are 7 bedrooms available for visitors, most of which have both a double and a single bed, allowing for either couples or singles sharing.

We cook for and eat with our guests and the food is French and very good. The weekend is on a half-board basis and so you will get breakfast and dinner. Food and wine are locally produced and are excellent. The wine and beer that you drink with your meal is included in the overall cost for the weekend.

 

For more information e mail info@flashtours.co.uk or see web site www.flashtours.co.uk

 

 

North Dordogne

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Moulin de Touroulet - small campsite with restaurant and swimming lake and swimming pool.

 

Built around 17th century mill house in North Dordogne.

 

The site is situated just 4km from the RN21, halfway between Limoges and Perigueux in Northern Dordogne, an area of outstanding beauty, also known as the Perigord-Limousin Natural Park.

 

Nearest towns are La Coquille and Thiviers, both with shops, supermarkets, bars/restaurants and train station.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

8 level pitches, grass or hard-standing with 6amp electricity and views of the lake.   

 

 

There is a modern shower block providing modern facilities and British WCs. Push button hot showers, shaving points in the male section and hairdryer points in the female section. A washing machine is situated at the rear and dishwashing and laundry sinks at the front.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The grounds afford plenty of space for playing outdoor games.

There is an outdoor table tennis table and a small above ground swimming pool, also an indoors games room with basket ball hoop and darts board for rainy days. We do not have games machines.

 

We organise competitions in the summer as well as run our famous barbecues, joined by locals and where we welcome people to bring their guitars and other musical instruments to join our evening soirees

The mill itself is over 2 hundred years old and houses it’s own bar and restaurant, popular with locals as well as campers, providing both English & French cuisine or even Chinese or Indian food.

 

 There are tables on the patio where you can eat your meals on a summer evening or sit inside and enjoy the ambience of the oak beamed interior

Open all year. 

 

 

 

 

Telephone (from uk) 00 33 553 55 23 59 (from France) 05 53 55 23 59 or Email: touroulet@hotmail.com

 

 

 

 

Web site www.camping-touroulet.com 

 

 

Click HERE to see the various events held here throughout the year!

 

 

 

Music

 

 

Other

 

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Welcome to Chateau Adventure where you can enjoy an activity holiday with a difference!

 

Immerse yourself in the history and style of our original boutique chateau at very affordable prices. 

 

Let us match you up with like-minded people and let yourself 'shift gear' with any of our adventure, relaxing or 'back to nature' activities.  And with only about 16 guests, you will have plenty of space for your own privacy too.

 

Set on the edge of the fascinating Dordogne region of France, near the medieval town of Argentat, 'Chateau de Cautine is like stepping straight into a film' as one of our guests put it. Full of original antiques, cosy furnishings, sleigh beds, huge open fireplaces it has a 15-metre salt-water pool, 34 acres of fields and woods and its own stream.

 

 

Choose who you holiday with and meet them online before you go! Using our unique holiday matchmaking questionaire, we match  singles of similar ages, interests and types, single parent families and ordinary families - paying particular attention to  the ages of the children - very helpful if you have  toddlers or teenagers! 

 

For adventureadrenalin packages start at €60 per person or choose individual activities like horse riding, cycling, kayaking, canoeing, hiking, rock climbing, abseiling, hang gliding, archery, tree climbing, orienteering, hiking, mountain bike riding, bungy-trampolining and orienteering, as well as skiing and snowboarding in the nearby Massif Central mountains.

For relaxation, packages start at €20 per person: walking or hiking across vast unspoilt landscapes, picking wild mushrooms in the rich forests of the Dordogne valley, fishing in one of the best fishing regions in France or drifting slowly down the Dordogne river in a traditional gabare, an original wooden barge.

 

Back to nature - for those who wish to discover nature, we have some special activities that open your eyes and heart to the natural world around you.

Get a personal service - being a small company, managed by the owners and our two on-site caretakers, you get a very personal service from your very first enquiry. 
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Contact us on (from UK) 00 33 5 55 28 01 92 (in France) 05 55 28 01 92 or email enquiries@chateau-adventure.com

 

Visit our web site for more information http://www.chateau-adventure.com/index.htm

 

 

 

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www.dordogne-vacation.com offers a cottage, La Maison Jaune, or Bed and Breakfast in their home La Boucherie. 

 

Situated on a small country road in the village of St Priest Les Fougères (some 300 meters up the road from our cottage) we have a lovely old Périgourdin farmhouse where we offer bed and breakfast and the option of an evening meal.

Terrace at La BoucherieThe farmhouse, some two hundred year's old, has been lovingly restored over a period of some 18 years and this is our home.

We offer 3 tastefully furnished and decorated double bedrooms (two with double beds and one with two single beds). Each room has its own private bathroom.

On warm days and hot summer evenings enjoy relaxing and dining on our lovely outside terrace.
 

 

 


With the additional accommodation facility of our cottage,
La Maison Jaune, we can accommodate and cater for Small Group Functions - friends getting together, special occasions, business groups.

 

Please let us know your requirements; time of year, number of people, length of stay and we 'll be happy to come back to you with a price.
 


A quiet, relaxing environment, an ideal location in which to rest and unwind.
 


An ideal base for sight-seeing, house hunting and wine tasting.
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Just 2.5 kilometres from the main route (RN21) at La Coquille, this makes an ideal stop-off point for those people touring in France, or en route south to Spain, or conversely going north to either the UK, Belgium, Holland and Scandinavia.

Please view our web site
www.dordogne-vacation.com for prices, a wealth of information about the Dordogne and how to contact us.

 

La Maison JauneLa Maison Jaune, available for weekly rental as self-catering accommodation.

 

Charming country cottage with private recreational lake, child friendly and pets welcome.

Planning a Dordogne Vacation? - we have a lovely self-catering holiday cottage situated on a mini-estate in a secluded, elevated position with panoramic views of the picturesque, undulating Perigord Vert countryside. The perfect location for a lovely family holiday.

 

 

 

 

A tranquil and rural setting with a child friendly garden and bring your dog as well.  A totally pollution and chemical free private swimming and fishing lake. The lake nestles in a sheltered location, just a short stroll from the cottage with a swimming and fishing pier.  A rowing boat to laze around in and if you're a sailor you'll have some fun in the Mirror Dinghy.


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Our self-catering holiday cottage is located just off a small country road at the end of the village of St Priest Les Fougères, within a minute's walk to the village. The village is conveniently located on the D79, just 2.5km from the main N21 (Route Nationale) at La Coquille, between Limoges and Périgueux in the heart of the Regional Natural Park of the Périgord-Limousin.

The accommodation is arranged on ground level in the traditional French style of a centralised kitchen/living area.  A back and front door lead to a garden and to 15 acres of our land.  All rooms lead off from the kitchen area.   For practicality and comfort we adapt the furniture arrangements to suite the number of guests staying.



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The cottage sleeps in total 4 adults and 4 children. We adjust the weekly rental rates according to the number of people, even in the summer months, making it very economic for smaller groups and couples with a child wishing to get a break in the peak periods. 

 

The cottage is available for longer term rental from early autumn, around October through to April of the following year.  We offer the longer term rental period for two adults only. Well behaved cats and dogs are also welcome.

Please view our web site
www.dordogne-vacation.com for weekly rental rates.  For longer term renting the rental rates are negotiable.

 

Private parties for a special get-together; small functions, business groups can be accommodated and catered for incorporating additional accommodation at owner's house nearby.

  • Nearest Airport is at Limoges, 45 kms away serviced daily by Ryanair from London Stansted, Liverpool, the East Midlands, and by Flybe from Southampton.
  • La Coquille has main line SNCF rail connections services.
  • Our village of St Priest Les Fougeres (on the D79) is the highest village in the Dordogne and is located just 2.5kms from the main RN21 at La Coquille between Limoges and Perigueux.
  • Within the immediate vicinity of St Priest Les Fougeres are the towns of Thiviers, Chalus, St Jean de Cole, Brantome and Jumilhac Le Grand.
  • The towns of Perigueux, Limoges, Sarlat, Bergerac, Bordeaux, and the Lascaux caves at Montignac are all within a comfortable driving distance.

For more info and pictures visit www.dordogne-vacation.com

 

Email: victor-and-gaynor-gunn@wanadoo.fr

Tel/Fax:  From the UK (00 33) 5 53 62 37 52

Tel/Fax:  In France 05 53 62 37 52 

Tel/Fax:  From USA/Canada (011 33) 5 53 62 37 52

 

 

 

Riding

 

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Do you want to do something different in France?

On offer is a great deal more than traditional self catering French farmhouse accommodation so why not join us for some flying, cycling, walking, swimming and horse riding.

When you visit La Chataigneraie you will meet the family of thoroughbred horses

The horses have directly descended from "Lady Sunshine" who originated in England in the early 1970's. She was a tremendous performer over jumps and won numerous competitions in very many different equestrian disciplines.

We also have ponies and riding horses available for guests to ride.

The countryside in the area has many wonderful rides in the forests where you may be lucky enough to see some of the numerous deer, wild boar and the abundance of birds of prey.

Our properties are within walking distance of open countryside, woods, lakes and the local village where there is a pub, restaurant, tobacconist and bakery.

 

We have over 5 Hectares of private land which is available to anyone staying at the farmhouse or the gîte. Additional on-site facilities include table tennis, badminton, bicycles and a 10m x 4m swimming pool.
 

Fishing permits are available for local lakes and rivers. There is a model aircraft club just up the road and a Go-carting track within 10 minutes drive. Other local attractions include porcelain factories and museums in the surrounding villages.
 

La Chataigneraie  This is a Traditional French farmhouse in the heart of the French countryside.

 

4 double bedrooms,
4 bathrooms
30ft long lounge
Kitchen with all the essential appliances
Private Swimming pool


Ideal for families, corporate holidays, training sessions or large groups

Cot and high chair available, if required.

 

La Porcherie The gîte is a cosy self contained property which used to be the old piggery and the bacon/ham smoking room.

Renovated to a very high standard with own private garden next to La Chataigneraie.

 

Can be booked separately or in conjunction with the main house. With full access to the the same 5 Hectares of private land but not the swimming pool unless booked together.

 

 

 

 

 

Sleeps up to 4
Kitchen and bathroom


Gas central heating and wood burning stove

Cot and high chair available, if required

NB Property rentals are made on a self-catering basis only

Both properties have secure broadband internet access (included in price) 

Typical spring/summer lets are for 1 or 2 weeks but we are happy to negotiate favourable rates for long-term occupation during the winter season

More information - Sue Virr     web site www.nearlyheaven.com

 

Telephone (from UK) 00 33 5 55 481 750 (in France) 05 55 48 17 50

 

Telephone (Skypein)  0207 193 8229 (Calls via Skype at UK rates)

 

Mobile (Sue) (from UK) 00 33 689 713 603  (in France) 06 89 71 36 03 (Flying lessons) 

 

Skype ID nearlyheaven (free pc-to-pc calls)

 

email info@nearlyheaven.com (preferred contact method)

 

 

Tuition Courses

 

 

www.FACILITUTORS.com

 

for the widest choice of activity holidays

 

arts~antiques~archery~yoga~reiki~embroidery

cookery~crafts~ceramics~sewing~soap making~

 

sculpture~jewellery~candle-making~

patchwork~photography~flying~fly tying~

marketing~wine~découpage~weaving~

languages~garden design

 

...and more

 

châteaux~farmhouses~gîtes~B&B

 

seaside~countryside

 

North~South

 

+ distance learning and local courses

 

Facili Tutors

 

Contact me: wendywise3@hotmail.com ~ tel: 05 46 33 09 89

 

 

 

FOL/ACT/257

 

Wood Turning – Tuition and Courses

 

Beginners courses and Intermediate and beyond………

 

We live and work in the Dordogne, South West France. Set midway between Angoulême, capital of the Charente and Périgueux the capital of the Dordogne, and, in our humble opinion, one of the most beautiful parts of France.


The setting of my atelier “l’ame du bois” is spectacular with uninterrupted panoramic views and an abundance of wild life. We are in the flight path of the Grue(cranes) and, you can see these massive flocks of migrating birds in early Spring going North to the Baltic and late autumn going South to Spain for the Winter. We are also with buzzards, kites and other birds of prey. Red squirrels, deer and sanglier (wild boar) occasionally make their presence known.

 

All courses are informal, hands on, one-to-one and aimed at your particular interests for you, the student. The pace of the course is to suit you, nobody else.

 

Testing the water- Come and make a bowl


“Testing the water” is designed for those who want to satisfy their curiosity and take their first step into wood turning with creating a bowl on the lathe to take away at the end of the session. Just fun !

 

 

 

Beginners Course for face plate turning - at a pace to suit you

 

On this course attention will be paid to correct tool for the job,  tool sharpening,  different turning techniques , choosing woods, finishes etc after which  you will go away with a sound understanding of wood turning and you can expect to make items such as a bowl, platter or a hollow form or all if time permits.

 

Intermediate and Beyond


As with all other courses, this course is structured to individual needs and aimed at those that have a sound understanding of basic practices and principles but wish to aspire to projects that require a greater level of skill. Natural edge bowls, green/wet turning, hollow forms, bowls, platters, natural edge vases are some of the things that can be built into the course.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Specialist - Large Diameter and wall sculptures


This course is for the experienced turner wanting to make a large turning and most probably has not got the facilities in their own atelier.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

All courses are non-residential, but accommodation can be found near by, B&B, Chamber d’hote, hotel or campsite. A detailed list can of accommodation can be emailed to you or why not look at the Holiday Section on this web site.

 

If you are interested in more information on our courses or if you would like to discuss your requirements or a particular turning interest we will see if we can customise a course to suit you please use the email box on our web site (link here http://www.le-artisan.com/Tuition%20Courses%20Location.html)

 

See our web site www.le-artisan.com  Telephone: 05 53 60 74 38 and email: johnmitchell@sfr.fr

 

 

Walking

 

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Lot Walking Holidays

 

DoorEnjoy a walking holidays in the Lot and Dordogne region of France, during the spring and early autumn. The walks are designed around the most spectacular and interesting sites of the area including Rocamadour, Sarlat, Domme, Beynac, St Cirque Lapopie; plus you will visit a selection of vineyards on the Cahors wine trail where you can partake of a little of the fantastic 'black wine'!
 

Lot Walking Holidays is a small, friendly holiday company based in the lovely area of Quercy in southwest France.

We offer active holidays for people wishing to explore this delightful part of the country - with the emphasis very much on relaxation.

 

Our holidays are ideal for anyone who enjoys walking mostly in quiet but stunning countryside with plenty of time to explore and discover the beautiful landscapes, interesting historical sites and fantastic gastronomy of this varied and unspoilt region.
 

 

 

 

 


Come and enjoy a 7 day/6 night walking holiday with us. We'll plan and take care of everything for you. You just get to relax and enjoy a varied and interesting holiday with fabulous food and wine in a wonderful setting.


All walks are graded easy to moderate and are between 10 and 16 kms long.

 

Stay at our lovely old, stone Mas (farmhouse) nestled in the tranquil, wooded countryside of the Bouriane, between the Lot and Dordogne rivers.

 

 

Walking Holiday along the Lot ValleyFor more information see our web site www.lotcyclingholidays.com

 

 

 

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