'As Happy as God In France' at La Chartreuse du Maine, unique estate in Dordogne
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Popular amenities
- Pool
- Washer
- Parking available
- Barbecue grill
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
Explore the area
- Château de Hautefort21 min drive
- Cathedrale St-Front22 min drive
- Lascaux IV - The International Centre for Cave Art31 min drive
- Brive-la-Gaillarde (BVE-Brive - Vallee de la Dordogne)67 min drive
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About the area
Cubjac-Auvézère-Val d'Ans
What's nearby
- Sorges Truffle Museum - 15 min drive
- Château de Hautefort - 21 min drive
- Cathedrale St-Front - 22 min drive
- Lascaux IV - The International Centre for Cave Art - 31 min drive
- Vezere Valley - 41 min drive
Getting around
- Limeyrat Station - 16 min drive
- Brive-la-Gaillarde (BVE-Brive - Vallee de la Dordogne) - 67 min drive
Restaurants
- Truffière des Mérigots - 12 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
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'As Happy as God In France' at La Chartreuse du Maine, unique estate in Dordogne
Chez Colette et Mimi is a gracious two bedroom house in the grounds of the French country estate known as La Chartreuse du Maine. From your own garden, limestone steps lead up to your private terrace overlooking a pasture. You can read and sunbathe while relaxing in comfortable cushioned lounge chairs. A patio table and chairs invite you to dine on your terrace, which is equipped with a Weber grill for barbequing your dinner. The sunny, modern kitchen opens directly onto the terrace. Elegant burgundy cabinets contain all the dishes, glassware and utensils you will need to prepare a gourmet meal for your family. The spacious living room opens onto the patio and features a large window overlooking the gardens. There you can choose to dine inside on the comfortably cushioned dining chairs or sit by the wood-burning fireplace on a cool evening.
La Chartreuse du Maine:
Chez Colette et Mimi is one of the three independent luxury gites located in the 300 year old outbuildings of Le Maine, an early 18th century delightful Chartreuse. Here everything breathes Peace, Harmony and Beauty. Located in the centre of the Dordogne region, Le Maine is the perfect relaxing base to get to know the Dordogne, go in search of 350,000 years of history of mankind, experience rural France, discover local gastronomy and wines, and be happy like God in France in a peaceful, bucolic atmosphere. The estate of La Chartreuse du Maine encompasses 67 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.
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 local 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 the 'Perigourdine 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.
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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
- 2 bathrooms
- Bathtub or shower
- Hair dryer
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Fireplace
- Living room
Entertainment
- Books
- DVD player
- Games
- Stereo
- TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
- Patio
- Terrace
Laundry
- Laundromat nearby
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- 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
- Kayaking nearby
- Spelunking nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Theme park nearby
- Wildlife walks 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: 1,238 square feet
Policies
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Check-out
Special check-in instructions
Pets
- No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
Important information
You need to know
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.
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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.
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