Maison La Sauvanie

About this property

Set within a hectare of private grounds, Maison La Sauvanie is a contemporary country retreat designed for stylish yet relaxed living. The solar-heated pool glimmers in the sun beside the lavender, while the gentle trickle of a fountain adds a rhythm to days spent outdoors.

Inside, the home is generously laid out, offering six flexible bedrooms and five bathrooms across multiple levels in a unique and interesting layout. The vast open-plan dining area is perfect for family gatherings, complete with a projector screen and sound system. The kitchen is a true hub, fitted with twin ovens, an American-style fridge freezer, and there’s access to the raised dining terrace with glorious views. In the courtyard, a barbecue and wood-fired pizza oven beckon for long, sociable evenings.

Outside, the gardens are across different levels with steps leading down to the superb swimming pool and its terrace with sun loungers. There’s also table tennis to keep young and old entertained.

The nearby village of Verteillac is just 2km away, where you’ll find all essentials from a traditional boulangerie to cosy cafés and local restaurants. A little further afield, the charming town of Ribérac offers a vibrant Friday morning market and two well-stocked supermarkets.

For day trips, guests are spoilt for choice: explore the riverside town of Brantôme, swim in the summer at Lac Jemaye or lose yourself in the historic beauty of Périgueux and its Roman ruins. Wine lovers can journey afar to Bergerac, Saint-Émilion or Cognac for tastings and tours through some of France’s most iconic vineyards and distilleries.

In the open Dordogne countryside, just 2km from the characterful town of Verteillac, Maison La Sauvanie offers a wonderful base from which to explore the very best of southwest France. Ideally situated between Périgueux and Angoulême, this rural escape brings together the charm of northern Dordogne with easy access to cultural treasures, lively markets and some of the country’s finest food and wine experiences.

The nearby village of Verteillac (2km) provides a delightful taste of everyday French life, with its bakery, butcher, grocery store, three cafés and four restaurants. For a broader selection of amenities, head 13km south to Ribérac, a welcoming market town known for its excellent Friday market and bustling café scene, also home to two large supermarkets.

Day trips abound in every direction. The enchanting riverside town of Brantôme en Périgord, just 30 minutes away, is known for its Benedictine abbey and scenic canoeing. En route, the Château de Bourdeilles offers a fascinating glimpse into medieval and Renaissance history.

Crossing into the Charente department, Aubeterre-sur-Dronne (22km) is one of France’s “Plus Beaux Villages” and home to an extraordinary monolithic church, charming Sunday market, good restaurants and a sandy riverside beach with canoeing opportunities in the summer.

For a deeper dive into the region’s rich culture and history, spend a day in Périgueux (44km), with its Roman ruins, fine museums, and the impressive Cathédrale Saint-Front – the architectural inspiration for Paris’s Sacré-Cœur.

Wine and history lovers will relish longer excursions to Bergerac (65km), with its charming old town and famed wine appellation; Saint-Émilion (82km), where picturesque vineyards cloak the hillsides and château tastings abound; or Cognac (55km), steeped in heritage and spirit, offering distillery tours and boat trips on the Charente.

Accommodation

Maison Interiors (with various levels and open-tread steps/staircases)

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Living and dining room with tables, projector and screen, sound-system and Wi-Fi internet. Doors open to terrace and courtyard
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Kitchen, well-equipped with two ovens, microwave, American-style fridge freezer, dishwasher, TV with UK channels and wood-burning stove
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Exterior access to utility room with washing machine
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Mezzanine Level Bedroom 1 (above kitchen below) with double bed (or two singles) and en suite bathroom with bath/shower, sink and WC
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Bedroom 2 with double bed (or two singles)
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WC and sink
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Bedroom 4 with double bed (or two singles)
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Shower room with WC, shower and sink
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Bedroom 5 with king-size double bed and open bath/shower, sink and WC
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Bedroom 6 with king-size double bed and open shower, sink and WC
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Shower room with WC, shower and sink

Outside Grounds

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Solar heated swimming pool (11x4m)
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Poolside terrace and sun loungers
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Raised dining terrace with table and chairs
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Barbecue with pizza oven
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Games room with table tennis and fridge freezer
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Fountain/water feature
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Different levels and steps across grounds around the house
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One hectare of private grounds with extensive lawns, opening out to countryside