About this property
Les Faures is a beautifully restored 5-bedroom farmhouse in the Gascony countryside near Juillac, comfortably sleeping up to 10 guests. This traditional home combines rustic charm with modern comforts, featuring a spacious farmhouse kitchen with a central island, breakfast table, wood-burning stove, and a cosy sofa area. The kitchen opens directly onto a garden dining terrace, perfect for al fresco meals. The villa also includes a formal dining room and a stunning double-height living room, with Wi-Fi throughout.
On the ground floor, there are three bedrooms and two family bathrooms, while the first floor houses the master bedroom with an ensuite, a double bedroom, and a family bathroom. Outside, the courtyard garden offers a dining terrace, with further private grounds surrounding the property.
The large, heated pool features sun loungers and a gazebo seating area, creating an ideal spot to relax and enjoy the surroundings. Nearby villages like Gensac and Pessac-sur-Dordogne offer bakeries, grocery stores, and restaurants, while Castillon-la-Bataille (10 km) and Sainte-Foy-la-Grande (19 km) provide larger shops and amenities. The famous wine region of Saint-Émilion is just 22 km away, perfect for day trips.
Les Faures is a charming rural retreat on a quiet lane amid open countryside in southwestern France. Ideal for those seeking relaxation with easy access to vibrant local culture, the property offers a well‑located base for exploration. Just 4 km away is the market village of Gensac, home to a bakery, grocery shop and two inviting restaurants. Pessac‑sur‑Dordogne lies 5 km from the property, offering several other dining options along the river.
Larger amenities await in Castillon‑la‑Bataille, 10 km away, where you’ll find a supermarket, plentiful shops and restaurants. For even more choices, the bustling town of Sainte‑Foy‑la‑Grande is about 20 minutes by car and delivers a full range of services.
From Les Faures, you can drive 30 minutes to the celebrated wine village of Saint‑Émilion and explore its world‑class wineries. Bergerac is roughly 45 minutes away, offering historic sights, river cruises and local markets. The bustling city of Bordeaux is just 66 km to the southwest, ideal for a day trip. For a relaxing coastal escape, Atlantic‑coast beaches around Arcachon are about 1 hour and 45 minutes away.
Activities nearby include wine tasting, cycling or walking through gentle vineyards and countryside, and river‑side excursions. Local culture shines in weekly markets, historic village festivals, and the gastronomy of the region—enjoy local delicacies such as duck confit, canelés, and fine wines that reflect centuries of tradition.
Accommodation
Villa Interiors
Ground floor
- Fully equipped kitchen with dining table, stove, oven, hob, microwave, fridge and freezer
- Utility room with washing machine and dryer
- Living room with TV
- Dining room
- Bathroom with bathtub, shower, sink and WC
- 3 x bedrooms with double beds
- Bathroom with shower, sink and WC
First floor
- Bedroom with double bed
- Bathroom with bathtub, shower, sink and WC
- Bedroom with double bed and ensuite bathroom with bathtub, shower, sink and WC
Outside Grounds
- Private heated swimming pool (12m x 6m)
- Pool terrace with outdoor dining
- Poolside gazebo
- Garden and terraced grounds
- Barbecue
- Parking
Facilities
- WiFi
- TV
- Washing machine and dryer