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'As happy as God in France' at La Chartreuse du Maine, unique estate in Dordogne

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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 480 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
    Pool
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

Explore the area

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Cubjac-Auvézère-Val D'ans, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
  • Grotte de Tourtoirac
    15 min drive
  • Château de Hautefort
    22 min drive
  • Lascaux IV - The International Centre for Cave Art
    31 min drive
  • Brive-la-Gaillarde (BVE-Brive - Vallee de la Dordogne)
    65 min drive

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About the area

Cubjac-Auvézère-Val d'Ans

A family-friendly stay in Cubjac-Auvézère-Val d'Ans awaits you at this holiday home. You'll be 13.5 km (8.4 mi) from Sorges Truffle Museum and 14.1 km (8.7 mi) from Grotte de Tourtoirac. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a fireplace. .You can enjoy a TV with a DVD player, and home features a patio, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room and an iron/ironing board are also available. Housekeeping is available on request. .Enjoy the water park and outdoor swimming pool. Other amenities include a garden and barbecues. .Sights within a 30-minute drive of this Cubjac-Auvézère-Val d'Ans holiday home include Musée du Chai de Lardimalie and Museum of Art and Archeology of Perigord.

What's nearby

  • Sorges Truffle Museum - 15 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Grotte de Tourtoirac - 15 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Château de Hautefort - 22 min drive - 20.9 km
  • Cathedrale St-Front - 22 min drive - 21.2 km
  • Lascaux IV - The International Centre for Cave Art - 31 min drive - 32.2 km

Getting around

  • Limeyrat Station - 16 min drive
  • Brive-la-Gaillarde (BVE-Brive - Vallee de la Dordogne) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Truffière des Mérigots - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪La villa des pizzas - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Le Relais de Lauriere - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Chôvigna - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Au Fer A Cheval - ‬12 min drive

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

'As happy as God in France' at La Chartreuse du Maine, unique estate in Dordogne

LA CHARTREUSE DU MAINE:
La Maison de Marc is one of the three independent luxury gites located in the outbuildings of La Chartreuse du Maine, an early 18th century delightful Manor. Here everything breathes Peace, Harmony and Beauty. The estate of La Chartreuse du Maine encompasses 27 hectares (63 acres) of gardens, meadows and woods with many pathways, on the edge of the peaceful village of Cubjac. Within Le Maine you will enjoy relaxing in a lounge chair by the sunny swimming pool that overlooks the estate.
Located in the centre of the Dordogne region, La Chartreuse du Maine is the perfect relaxing base to experience France, get to know the Dordogne, go in search of 350,000 years of history of mankind, discover local gastronomy and wines, and be “happy like God in France” in a peaceful, bucolic atmosphere.

LA MAISON DE MARC :
This 2 bedroom stylish cottage, La Maison de Marc, is the detached farmhouse of La Chartreuse du Maine. This south-facing house has recently been restored to a high standard, preserving most of the original features. Tastefully furnished, this cottage includes a living room, a kitchen-dining room and a bathroom. All the ground floor rooms open onto a private flower garden and woods. Outside, on the terrace there is outdoor dining furniture and a BBQ for delightful meals under the old oak tree. Everything inside the farmhouse and outside in the estate: terraces, gardens, vegetable garden, speaks of a French ‘art de vivre’ in the bygone days.

THE VILLAGE OF CUBJAC:
The shady tree-lined entrance to La Chartreuse du Maine is on the outskirts of the village of Cubjac, which is in the Dordogne region on the banks of the peaceful Auvezere River. You can easily walk to the village center for a drink at a café or to do your shopping at the local bakery and general store. There is even a farmers’ market on Fridays with fresh local produce all year round, and hand-made regional crafts for sale in summer.

THE REGION AND 'PÉRIGORDINE LIFESTYLE:
It is not pure coincidence that man has been living in this paradise for over 350 000 years. When strolling alone in the superb unspoilt countryside you can just imagine why. Often, mostly in low season, you might catch yourself thinking the Dordogne has not changed at all. The joy of holidays in Dordogne is that nowadays you still can fully indulge in that ‘simple art de vivre’ which all these cultural and historical sites speak of. The Dordogne is synonymous with gastronomy and life in Perigord revolves around markets, recipes, seasons of mushrooms, truffles, foie gras, walnuts, goat cheese, strawberries, wine harvest. Everybody here has a kitchen garden to grow their own preferred vegetable varieties. Every woman has her old secret recipes, a family heritage.

Property manager

Catherine Lambert

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 860 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property accepts cash. Parties and events are allowed on site. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

As Happy as God France' Chartreuse Maine Unique Estate Dordogne
As Happy as God France' Chartreuse Maine Unique Estate Dordogne

Frequently asked questions

Does 'As happy as God in France' at La Chartreuse du Maine, unique estate in Dordogne have a pool?

'As happy as God in France' at La Chartreuse du Maine, unique estate in Dordogne has a communal pool and an outdoor pool.

Does 'As happy as God in France' at La Chartreuse du Maine, unique estate in Dordogne have a waterslide?

No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.

What luxury perks are available at 'As happy as God in France' at La Chartreuse du Maine, unique estate in Dordogne?

This property features an outdoor pool, as well as a fireplace and a living room.

Is 'As happy as God in France' at La Chartreuse du Maine, unique estate in Dordogne family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a water park, a BBQ and highchairs, it's no surprise that 'As happy as God in France' at La Chartreuse du Maine, unique estate in Dordogne is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at 'As happy as God in France' at La Chartreuse du Maine, unique estate in Dordogne?

No, 'As happy as God in France' at La Chartreuse du Maine, unique estate in Dordogne does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at 'As happy as God in France' at La Chartreuse du Maine, unique estate in Dordogne?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at 'As happy as God in France' at La Chartreuse du Maine, unique estate in Dordogne?

No, pets are not allowed.

'As happy as God in France' at La Chartreuse du Maine, unique estate in Dordogne Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 46 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

keith b.

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful week in France
A comfortable well fitted cottage with beautiful surroundings a large pool very peaceful and welcoming hosts I would highly recommend this place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Selena P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dream Cottage in the Dordogne!
The cottage at Le Maine was absolutely breathtaking! Surrounded by forest and flowers each morning was like waking up in a dream. My husband, baby and I enjoyed early morning walks to the village bakery only 10 minutes away, evening swims in the stunning pool and playing in the garden with the chickens. Catherine and Max are amazing hosts and made us feel very welcomed. Highly recommend!!!

10/10 Excellent

Peter A.

Such a beautiful place to stay. Amazing
We stayed for two weeks in the old farm house which has been stunningly renovated. The Chateau has amazing grounds to explore and a wonderful swimming pool. Right on the edge of Cubjac it's is perfectly placed to access all the amazing places in the Dordogne but slightly off the beaten track so more French than a tourist hot spot.A quiet and peaceful place to stay with wonderful hosts. Perfect.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Charming
Just back from a delightful week in this enchanting patch of heaven on earth. Our hosts Catherine and Maxence couldn't have done more to welcome us and ensure our stay was perfect. We didn't move far from the house and village making made full use of the pool and the charming outdoor spaces and found a sense of much needed peace and relaxation. There is something magical about this place. We would like to think Catherine's grandmother would be very happy to see that the La Chartreuse magic lives on. Hope to return one day.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

An oasis of calm in a sea of green.
This is a very attractive cottage on the edge of a lovely village. There is much to see and do. Our hosts made us more than welcome. They could not have done more for us and, as a bonus, we were adopted by their lovely cat. It is somewhere visitors come back to regularly, and we can quite see why. We can thoroughly recommend it
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Sandra K.

All we had hoped for.
Better than the average rental cottage by far. Lovely meet and greet, and everything was explained fully. We were also given great ideas of what and where to go . The cottage was beautiful with much attention to detail, very scenic and private. Clean!!! A super visit 9/10.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Patricia S.

Superb!
A lovely gite situated in a stunning private estate in the heart of the Dordogne. The standard of accommodation and beauty of the surroundings are exceptional. Our hosts Catherine and Maxence were delightful and we hope to visit again very soon. Highly recommended and worthy of all the excellent reviews posted. Ann & Richard
Stayed 11 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ryan L.

Relaxing in Dordogne
Our family just completed a 6 night stay at this beautiful property in the Dordogne region of France. The stay was a perfect blend of relaxation and sight-seeing as it was the tail end of a 15 day trip with 2 toddlers who were more than ready to escape the constant grind of a new hotel each evening. The cottage was cozy and well equipped, with an abundance of french country charm. It was an ideal size for our family of 4. It also had a nice outdoor space to wander, including a nice walking trail that our kids enjoyed multiple mornings. The owners are extremely warm and helpful. They were always available without being intrusive, and even arranged a truffle picking outing for us that we enjoyed immensely. The area itself is incredibly scenic and despite it being the winter season, there was plenty to see. Highlights for us included the Castle Beynac and Sarlat. We travel frequently and found this property to be among our all time favorites and are already hoping to return when the leaves return. We highly recommend the Le Maine property in Cubjac.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

David J.

Wonderful peaceful property, beautifully presented, with delightful owners.
Wonderful peaceful property, beautifully presented, with delightful owners.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Lucille

A little piece of paradise!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this lovely property in Cubjac. The house had all the charm and conveniences that you could hope for. The cottage was immaculate, had great appliances, comfortable sofas, and a huge bathtub. The internet service was strong and fast, and cell phone reception was excellent. The private garden with its quiet setting and dappled shade was very peaceful and welcoming. Catherine and Maxence could not do enough for you, and we very much appreciated their warm hospitality and expertise of the region. Their restaurant recommendations and itineraries were especially helpful. All in all, this was a delightful vacation! R & L

10/10 Excellent

Don N.

Class and authentic
Heaven on earth
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Patrick M.

Warm, beautiful, and restful escape
We absolutely adored our one week stay at La Maison de Marc, which finished out our 3-week vacation in France. We chose this place based on the glowing reviews, which are 100% correct! Because we were a little road-weary, we spent most of our time in or around the house itself reading, preparing meals, sampling wine and cheese, hiking around the grounds, and sitting by the wood fire in the evenings. Catherine and Max were extremely welcoming and accommodating during our stay, and made some excellent recommendations that helped us have a really enjoyable time. The cottage is gorgeous, and is easily one of our favorite places we have ever stayed. The pictures really don't convey how warm, cozy, and spacious the cottage is (especially when the wood fire is lit!) The kitchen was also furnished really well for both food preparation and cleanup. One of my favorite parts is that in the backyard, a wooden gate in the stone wall leads directly to the hiking trails in the forest. Fun! Dordogne is absolutely stunning, and we enjoyed scenic drives and going to several markets. The village of Cubjac is both convenient and lovely, and the boulangerie in the village has wonderful baguettes and pastries. We barely scratched the surface at what all you could explore in this region. Would recommend this place without question!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2017

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

Cosy in Cubjac
La Maison de Marc is a stunning cottage in an idyllic location close to the village bakery and small supermarket. The decor is delightful and the bed linen and towels are of the finest quality. The Internet connection was fast and there is a well-equipped kitchen with large fridge/freezer and all utensils required to prepare and cook a gourmet meal. The living room has very comfort-able armchairs and a sofa in front of a lovely log fire. The bathroom was beautiful with views into the woods, an unbelievably powerful shower and a nice large bath. Although there are 2 further cottages at the property, all the cottages are extremely private and you are not even aware of other guests. We thoroughly enjoyed the peace and quiet, interrupted only by birdsong and the occasional owl, and loved walking or running through the private woodlands directly behind the cottage. The owners, Catherine and Maxence, were very welcoming and provided us with maps and information on local markets, etc. We would definitely be happy to stay at any of the cottages at Chartreuse du Maine when we are next in France.

10/10 Excellent

Patricia T.

A wonderful, relaxing week in the Dordogne, staying in a beautiful, authentic cottage.
La Maison de Marc is a gorgeous, very well equipped holiday home. The cottage is tastefully styled, there is a private garden which you can sit/eat out in. The pool area is very relaxing and welcome on a hot day. Catherine and Maxence were wonderful hosts, they made us very welcome right from the start. They are both very knowledgable about the area and can give you lots of advice/tips. Catherine and Maxence also speak very good English! The strawberries, goats cheese, walnut bread and of course the local white wine were a much appreciated arrival gift. Cubjac has a very good boulangerie, great bread, croissants and cakes. During our stay we visited several places, Domme, Brantome, Perigeux, St. Jean de-Cole, La Roque de St. Christophe and even canoed down the Dordogne river for 9 kms from La Roque Gageac. There is of course plenty more to see and do.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2016

10/10 Excellent

Valerie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacances dans la nature
Nous avons apprécié notre séjour dans la maison de Marc joliment décorée. Après les visites des alentours et les ballades en forêt, nous passions nos soirées devant la superbe cheminée. Deux autres gîtes sont disponibles, ce qui nous a permis de recevoir nos amis. Le jardin commençait à se réveiller en ce début de printemps, il se sublimera dès l'apparition des premières fleurs . Nous remercions Catherine et Maxence pour leur accueil et leur discrétion sans oublier Iris ( le chien) ,Zebulon ( l'âne ) et le chat .
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Celine F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Un séjour au calme au sein d’un magnifique domaine
Nous avons passé une semaine idyllique au sein de la maison de Marc. Nous avons particulièrement apprécié notre petit jardin comme perdu au milieu de la forêt, le contact avec les animaux (âne, poules, chat), le magnifique potager sans oublier la piscine! Les enfants (2 et 6 ans) étaient ravis de leur séjour et nous aussi! Nous recommandons chaleureusement cet endroit pour le charme et la quietude du domaine mais également pour la qualité de l’accueil de Catherine et Maxence. Merci à eux pour ces beaux moments !

10/10 Excellent

Monika S.

Wunderschönes Anwesen mit viel Naturraum zum Entspannen!
Das Anwesen von Catherine und Maxence in Cubjac ist ein Traum. Es ist sehr geschmackvoll eingerichtet, die verschiedenen Gärten laden zum Verweilen ein, der Swimmingpool besticht durch seine Lage auf einer kleinen Anhöhe. In jeder Hinsicht kann man hier den perfekten Urlaub verbringen. Wir empfehlen das Bauernhaus in jeder Hinsicht.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Patrick R.

Kleines Paradies mitten in der Dordogne
Wir haben vor kurzem eine Woche im Maison de Marc verbracht. Das Anwesen auf dem das Bauernhaus liegt, ist riesig und wunderschön. Schon die Anfahrt ist deshalb ein wahres Erlebnis. Vom ersten Moment an hat man das Gefühl einen außergewöhnlichen Ort zu besuchen. Umgeben sind die Häuser des Anwesens von wunderschönen Gärten und Wiesen und sogar einem eigenen Waldstück, das man ganz für sich erkunden kann. Ausserdem gibt es einen Esel(!), den besonders unsere 3-jährige Tochter geliebt hat. Das Bauernhaus ist hochwertig und sehr stilvoll eingerichtet, in der Küche ist wirklich alles vorhanden. Mit zwei kleinen Kindern haben wir uns sehr wohl gefühlt. Die Vermieter sind unglaublich freundlich und hilfsbereit. Wir wurden mit einer Vielzahl von Ausflugstipps versorgt und haben sogar eine eigene Karte bekommen mit der wir die Dordogne erkunden konnten. Auch bei Schwierigkeiten oder Fragen wurde uns sofort geholfen. Alles in allem war das wohl eine der schönsten Ferienwohnungen, in der wir je unseren Urlaub verbracht haben und wir freuen uns schon auf den nächsten Besuch. Dann gerne länger und mit wärmerem Wetter, so dass wir auch den großen Pool nutzen können.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Marianne H.

gemütliche Unterkunft in ruhiger Umgebung
Das Haus "Chez Marc" ist sehr gut eingerichtet und liegt wunderbar im Grünen. Wanderungen können gleich vor Ort gestartet werden. Catherine und Maxime sind wunderbare Gastgeber, die mit Rat, guten Tipps, Kartenmaterial etc. zur Seite stehen. Der Pool ist schön angelegt, zudem gibt es einen sehr schönen Garten mit Kräutern für die eigene Küche! Die Sehenswürdigkeiten sind gut erreichbar. Wir haben die Woche in Le Maine sehr genossen und haben uns bestens erholt.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Joost v.

Geweldig vakantiehuis op superlocatie
Een werkelijk fantastisch huis (La maison de Marc), zeer comfortabel en compleet en erg smaakvol ingericht. We hebben genoten van de rust en stilte en van de schoonheid van het 27ha grote landgoed met eigen bos. Mooi gelegen zwembad. Gastheer Maxence en gastvrouw Catherine waren zeer aardig, behulpzaam en attent en tegelijk op gepaste afstand. Een prima uitvalsbasis om de Dordogne/Périgord te ontdekken. Er is veel mooie natuur en cultuur te zien in de omgeving. Een verblijf in dit heerlijke huis in september met heerlijk nazomerweer en rustige steden (omdat de meeste toeristen verdwenen zijn) is echt een aanrader!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jens B.

Ein Stück vom Himmel in Frankreich
Wir (Frau, 48, Mann, 47, Sohn, 10) hatten zwei wunderbare, erholsame Wochen im Bauernhaus von Le Maine. Das kleine Steinhaus steht etwas separat (auf dem Gesamtfoto links), hat einen Platz inkl. Tisch und Stühlen vor der Haustür zum Rest des Anwesens hin, aber auch einen versteckten Sitzplatz im ganz eigenen Garten mit kleinem Tor zum Privatwald (ein Paradies für unseren Sohn). Die Lage ist dörflich und sehr ruhig, von Zébulons gelegentlichen lauten I-AAAhs mal abgesehen. Eingerichtet ist das Haus ländlich-schick, mit viel Gefühl für Ambiente und Gemütlichkeit, die Ausstattung ist größtenteils hochwertig - besonders die Betten, in denen wir gut geschlafen haben, in einem Zimmer gibt es zwei Einzelbetten, im anderen ein französisches 160er-Bett (Achtung: gemeinsame Decke für beide Schläfer!). Alles ist sehr gepflegt und sauber. Es werden ausreichend Handtücher zur Verfügung gestellt und zusammen mit der Bettwäsche nach einer Woche erneuert. Der Pool liegt etwas abseits hinter dem Anwesen, damit Kindergeschrei die anderen Gäste nicht stören kann - gut gelöst! In der ersten, sehr heißen Woche waren wir dort jeden Tag nach unserem Ausflug in die traumhafte Umgebung noch mal zum Schwimmen; das Becken ist nicht riesig, reicht aber völlig zum Bahnen ziehen und (fürs Kind) auch zum Springen und Plantschen. Auch hier: alles gepflegt und ordentlich! Man sollte zum Einkaufen von Lebensmitteln unbedingt auf Märkte gehen, man kann dort fast alles probieren und bekommt gute Qualität, von der schönen Atmosphäre mal abgesehen. Einen sehr leckeren Bäcker gibt es aber auch in Cubjac direkt, ebenso wie eine Post, einen Tante-Emma-Laden und ein Klamottengeschäft. Wer die Landessprache nicht so gut beherrscht (wie z.B. wir), kommt mit Englisch trotzdem gut durch - allerdings werden Französischversuche, und seien sie noch so haarsträubend, sehr honoriert. Last not least: Cathérine und Maxence! Zwei unglaublich nette, sympathische Menschen, die ihren Gästen mit ihrem umfangreichen Wissen über alles gerne zur Seite stehen und echt hilfreiche Tipps geben. Ihr Englisch ist super. Sie wohnen mit auf dem Grundstück und sind erreichbar, wann immer man sie braucht, halten sich aber ansonsten dezent im Hintergrund (bei der Größe des Anwesens auch kein Problem). Perfekte Gastgeber, die wir alle sofort mochten.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Thomas C.

Kleinod im Périgord
Über Ostern verbrachten wir zwei wunderschöne Wochen in der Chartreuse du Maine bei Catherine Lambert und Maxence Degouy. Die 3 Ferienhäuser der Chartreuse sind sehr geschmackvoll, individuell und mit viel Liebe zum Detail gestaltet. Wir selbst wohnten in der Maison du Marc, einem Nebengebäude, das eher rustikal gehalten ist. Die Küche z.B. wurde im ehemaligen Hühnerstall eingerichtet, wovon die vielen Porzellanhühner als Reminiszenz zeugen :-) Die Fotos im Inserat geben die Wohnungen übrigens sehr realistisch wieder. Catherine und Maxence kümmern sich liebevoll um ihre Gäste. Bei unserer Ankunft erwartete uns eine Flasche Rotwein, ein Nußbrot (pain au noix), ein regionaler Ziegenkäse (cabécou) und die ersten frischen Erdbeeren vom Markt. Catherine und Maxence geben auch gerne Tipps zu den Sehenswürdigkeiten im Périgord, zu Restaurants und kulturellen Events. Die Ausstattung des Ferienhauses lässt keine Wünsche offen. Unbedingt empfehlenswert! Wir waren sicher nicht das letzte Mal hier. A bientôt
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2017

10/10 Excellent

Albrecht B.

Ein perfeker Ort des Wohlfühlens
Catherine Lambert & Maxence Degouy sind wunderbar nette Menschen die eine tolle Wohnung im typischen rustikal - romantisch, französischen Stil geschaffen haben. Sie stehen mit Rat und Tat zur Seite, denn sie haben ein umfassendes Wissen über Ihre Region in der Sie leben. Sehenswürdigkeiten, Märkte und ausgewählte Restaurants gehören dazu und sind auch alle gut bis sehr gut erreichbar. Die Gegend ist ein kulturhistorischer Hotspot und wirklich eine Reise Wert. Das Anwesen von Catherine und Maxence ist für so einen Urlaub das Sahnehäubchen. Und obwohl es bei uns leider geregnet hat, möchte ich behaupten das es zu jeder Zeit seinen Reiz hat, wie zum Beispiel auf der Terrasse morgens zu frühstücken oder wenn es draussen eher kühl ist den Kamin zu genießen. Ausstattungstechnisch ist dieses Urlaubskleinod state of the art. Vielen Dank für die freundliche Begegnung und eine schöne Zeit. Il était tout à fait merveilleux Merci beaucoup.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2017