WELCOME TO
Domaine de Bonnefond
You can enjoy all the luxury you could wish for on this French country estate, with its swimming pool and tennis court! This centuries-old holiday home is completely restored and offers modern comfort in a historic setting.
This property is in the middle of the Périgord Vert, the gastronomic heart of the Dordogne and a hilly, forested region of France with many streams, rivers and castles. The 52 hectare private estate has woods, meadows, and a small lake and offers endless opportunities for people of all ages to enjoy themselves. The impressive 12th century country house was once a monastery. Its large rooms are divided across three floors and are connected to each other by a beautiful stone staircases. These, and the exposed stone walls, serve as reminders of the rich history of the building. Even the outbuildings, such as the dovecote ('pigeonnier'), the stables and the bread oven, echo an atmosphere of times gone by.
When you hire this holiday home, you get exclusive use of all the facilities. These include a private swimming pool, a tennis court, a covered terrace (with an open fire), a playground for the children and a large games area in the old stables. Even with a group of 12 people, you'll still have plenty of space for peace and quiet and privacy in one of the many beautiful rooms, or in one of the many beautiful outside areas of the estate.
The lovely open plan kitchen is equipped with a fantastic oven and a large dining table where you can all eat together. A door from the kitchen leads to the courtyard and the covered terrace where you’ll, no doubt, spend a lot of time together enjoying a lovely glass of wine or a delicious outdoor lunch with the whole family. As you relax reading a book, you'll hear the soft sounds of people playing tennis on the tennis court and the laugh of the children enjoying themselves on the playground equipment.
The village of St. Saud Lacoussière is on the River Dronne and is situated close to the picturesque and historic village of St. Jean de Côle and Thiviers (the capital of foie gras). The surrounding woods, rolling hills, and beautiful views will tempt you to enjoy stunning walks or bike rides.
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Interior
Ground floor
Entrance hall.Living room with floor-to-ceiling fireplace with wood burner, flat-screen TV, DVD and Wi-Fi internet.
Separate WC and hand basin.
Kitchen / dining room with dining table for 12, fireplace, beamed ceiling, flat-screen TV, USA-style fridge freezer, two dishwashers, washing machine and dryer. Double gas range cooker and microwave.
Door to courtyard and exterior dining area.
First floor
Bedroom 1, double with ensuite WC, bath, shower and twin hand basins.Bedroom 2, double with ensuite WC, walk-in shower and twin hand basins.
Stairs to 2nd floor; and Wi-Fi internet.
Second floor
Bedroom 3, two singles.Bedroom 4, two singles.
2 separate bathrooms with WC, bath / shower and hand basin.
Bedroom 5, two singles.
Bedroom 6, two singles.
Pigeonnier Tower (next to the swimming pool) - can be taken in place of one of the above bedrooms:
Double bedroom.
Separate bathroom with WC, bath / shower and hand basin.
Outside
50 hectares of private grounds including lawns, fields, woods, fishing lake.Main courtyard with flowers and lavender, private parking.
Covered dining terrace with fireplace BBQ, table and chairs.
Exterior music system for iPod.
Private heated pool 12 x 6 m with sun terrace and loungers.
Pool-side bathroom with WC, shower and hand basin and fridge.
Private tennis court (all weather).
Games room with darts, table-tennis, bar football. Fridge freezer.
Croquet set, badminton and football goals.
Playhouse
DOMAINE DE BONNEFOND
Features
Details
- Sleeps: 12 (spacious)
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 5
- Property: 52 hectare
- Central heating
Internet
- WiFi
Multimedia
- TV
- Stereo system
Amenities
- Double gas range cooker
- Dishwasher (2x)
- Microwave
- American fridge
- Freezer
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Various small household appliances
Dogs
- Not allowed
Pool
- Size: 12 m x 6 m
- Depth: from 1.10 to 1.80 m
- Heated: yes
- Security: electric shutter
- Sun loungers with pillows
- Parasols
- Bathroom next to the pool with toilet, shower and fridge
- Private: yes
Children
- Babybed
- Playing gear
- Table Tennis table
- Darts
- Football table
- Croquet game
- Badminton
- Football goals
- Playhouse
Outside
- Barbecue
- Various garden sets
- Parasols
- Covered terrace with dining table, chairs and fireplace
- Private parking
- Music system for iPod
Extra
- Private tennis court
- Private lake
- Playroom (incl. fridge and bar)
Close by
- Bakery: 5 km
- Restaurant(s): 5 km
Price per week | |
29/04/2023 - 03/06/2023 | € 3500 |
03/06/2023 - 01/07/2023 | € 3850 |
01/07/2023 - 02/09/2023 | € 5950 |
02/09/2023 - 30/09/2023 | € 3850 |
30/09/2023 - 28/10/2023 | € 3500 |
Conditions
- Refundable security deposit: € 645
- Bookings run from Saturday 4:30pm to Saturday 10:00am
- English, Dutch, French speaking service organisation
- Bookings include electricity, water, linen and towels (including pool towels), WiFi
- Weekly cleaning of the house
- Clean towels twice per week, clean linen once a week
- Cleaning of the pool: twice per week
- Bookings include tourist tax
Cancellation done: over 42 days prior: 30% of the total rental fee (security deposit to be returned)
Cancellation done: 29-42 days inclusive prior: 50% of the total rental fee (security deposit to be returned)
Cancellation done: 0-28 days inclusive prior: 100% of the total rental fee (security deposit to be returned)
Translated from Dutch - September
Great (family) house, very atmospheric, complete, cared for and charming. Very quiet and peaceful surroundings, walking and game (on private property), sports and games, leading to competitions and fun. Really had a fantastic week, actually we should have booked 2. We would love to come back.
August
Our second trip to Bonnefond. From the moment you arrive it delivers!! We have had an amazing week... tennis, waterpolo, enjoying the games room, even the French Prince of Delaire was a hit! Fantastic evenings spent by the fire pit. Midnight swims that will never be forgotten. Thanks for helping 3 families make memories. We will never forget this wonderful place.
August
What a wonderful house for a family holiday - so much to do, so much space and so well equipped for 3 generations age 4 - 70+. Our favourites - the swimming pool (of course), the tennis court, the fishing lake. We gathered blackberries and apples and made a crumble and pie.
Translated from Dutch - August
Thank you very much for this wonderful week in your beautiful domain! We really enjoyed all the comfort of the house. Tastefully and practically decorated, our compliments! We gratefully used the swimming pool, all the toys, the tennis court, we created a badminton court and played for hours. Under the porch we had delicious dinners. Not to forget the herbs, vegetables and fruit from your garden.
Translated from Dutch - Mei
What a wonderful week we've had here! A beautiful house, fantastic pool, tranquility! Thank you for your hospitality. We enjoyed the beautiful weather and all the luxury in and around the house.
Translated from Dutch
Normally I don't mind going home after a nice holiday. But now I do. What an intensely wonderful place this is! I like to stick myself behind the wallpaper here... We laughed and had such a great time. From runaway pheasants, shopping at Cathy and René in the vegetable garden, endless games and lots of reading and taking naps. I can't wait to come back.
OUR TIPS FOR THE AREA
Périgord Vert
This property is situated in the green, hilly landscape of Périgord Vert, between meadows, woodland, lakes and rivers. Listed below are a number of useful Dordogne recommendations that we've put together for you so that you can enjoy the region around your holiday home.
Don't miss our Dordogne map lower on the page with helpfull suggestions. You can also look at our Dordogne page for even more fun activities. No time to plan outings? Let Wendy help...