Secure private heated pool, games room, view. Walk to historic town, restaurants
La Maison Montignac has a "home from home" feel because the owners have lovingly restored and improved this fabulous building. Offering spacious accommodation with all the facilities you could wish for, set amongst extensive landscaped gardens of approximately 1 acre with stunning views over the valley, and an easy 20-minute walk (2km) to the historic bastide town of Monsegur.
Monsegur has a selection of shops, bars, and restaurants, as well as a traditional weekly market every Friday morning. There are also vibrant weekly night markets every Wednesday in the peak summer months.
A small Carrefour supermarket 1.6km (1 mile) stocks everyday provisions and has a good butcher's counter.
The entire house and all facilities are for the guests' exclusive use. Bedrooms: All bedrooms have room fans, and there are a number of hairdryers. (Air-conditioning in bedrooms 1, 3, 4 and 5 will be installed, ready for 2027)
Bedroom 1. Beautiful, spacious upper-floor master suite with a king-size bed (150cm x 200cm) and TV with UK Freesat channels. Dual aspect windows overlooking the grounds, both to the rear and from, with spectacular views over the valley. Insect screen on one window and a vented roller shutter on the other. En-suite shower room with shower, wash basin and separate wc.
Bedroom 2. Spacious ground-floor room with a boutique feel. Super king-size bed (180cm wide x 190 cm), can be converted into twin beds if required. Dual aspect windows with an insect screen. Next to a shared bathroom with a half bath and a shower over, a wash basin and a separate wc.
Bedroom 3. Upper floor. Characterful, pretty room with a double bed (140cm x 195cm), washbasin and 2 windows with shutters and an insect screen. Exposed oak beams. Situated next to bedroom 4. Shares a bathroom and wc.
Bedroom 4. Upper floor. Small, cosy room with twin beds (90cm x 190cm), dual aspect windows with shutters and an insect screen. Exposed oak beams and stone walls. Shares a bathroom and wc.
Bedroom 5. Benefitting from its entrance from the courtyard. A delightful, spacious and airy room with a king-size bed (150cm x 200cm). Window with a shutter and an insect screen. En-suite shower room with large shower, wash basin and wc.
Bedroom 6. Medieval room. This very special room boasts original features, including a 16th-century stone fireplace, original tiled floor and a stone sink (not in use). The medieval-style king-size bed (150cm x 200cm) and furniture, dressed with Toile de Jouy drapes, finish off this romantic room. There is a stable door that opens onto a small garden area at the side of the house, and an interconnecting door to Bedroom 7. Shared shower room with shower, wash basin and wc with the Mimosa room.
Bedroom 7. Small, pretty room with twin beds (90cm x 190cm) with an interconnecting door into the Medieval room. Another door in the hallway also accesses this room. Situated next to a shower room with a shower, wash basin and wc, which is shared with Bedroom 6.
Bedrooms 2, 3 and 4 share a bathroom with a half bath, shower-over, washbasin and separate wc. Bedrooms 6 and 7 share a shower room with a wc.
Children's and Baby facilities: 2 travel cots suitable for babies, 2 high chairs, 1 stair gate at the top of the stairs (big bears and little bears rooms), a buggy, a potty and a baby changing mat.
Kitchen and dining: Open-plan living area with a modern kitchen featuring a double sink, dishwasher, dual-fuel range oven with electric grill, 2 ovens, gas hob with 5 burners, microwave, 2 large American-style fridges, freezer, kettle, toaster, and 2 coffee makers (filter coffee machine and Senseo coffee machine). Ample storage for supplies in a large pantry-style cupboard. There is a wine cooler in the games room. A large table comfortably seats 10 guests; additional outdoor tables and chairs can be used to extend the seating if required.
Utility area: Laundry area with a washing machine, an iron, an ironing board, and a clothes airer. Washing line outside in the courtyard.
Living room: Comfortable, large sofas occupy the 40ft x 20ft open-plan living area. Large panoramic doors offer stunning views across the grounds and the ever-changing valley below. Features include a 22-foot oak-beamed ceiling and a large stone fireplace housing a wood-burning stove. English Freesat TV/radio, French TV channels. Widescreen TV, Denon Bluetooth speakers, DVD/CD player and a selection of films, books and board games. High-speed fibre broadband internet and Wi-Fi are available throughout the house.
Games Room: Great fun for all ages and the focus of many “holiday tournaments”. Table tennis, pool table, table football and dart board. A selection of children's toys and games, and an additional fridge for drinks. The high, oak-beamed ceiling keeps this room nice and cool in summer. All equipment is provided for guests. Children's swings in the garden.
Private gated driveway with plenty of parking.
Private pool: 11m x 5m heated pool with a solar cover to retain the heat overnight. The whole pool is 1.4m deep, with 4 shallow walk-in steps spanning the width of the pool at one end. Surrounding terrace with solar shower, sun loungers and parasols, all securely fenced and gated in addition to a pool alarm. (Please note: specific pool temperatures cannot be guaranteed as weather conditions and other factors influence heating.)
Private tennis court: The full-size clay court offers views of the valley. The tennis court is quite rustic and is not maintained to a professional standard, but it is great for holiday fun. -----
Bed linen, bath towels and pool towels are provided and are included in the price. A complimentary extra supply of bed linen and bath towels will be provided for bookings of 2 weeks or more.
Pool information: Pool heating is included in the price; specific temperatures cannot be guaranteed as weather conditions and other factors influence pool heating.
No smoking inside the property.
Please follow the house rules.
Please remove your empty bottles from the house and take them to the local recycling centres. Do not place bottles in the house recycling. If you fail to remove your bottles upon departure, you will be charged for removal.
Please leave the house in a reasonable condition as you found it on departure. Arrival: Access to the property is strictly from 4 pm. Departure: By 10 am
A refundable security bond of 500 GBP is payable with the balance, and the balance is returned within 7 days of departure, subject to a satisfactory inspection.
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Any glass bottles to be taken to the bottle bank, the nearest are in Monsegur. Leaving bottles or putting them into the house bins will incur a fee.
Please do not put glass bottles in the house bins. Please take them to the recycling areas in or just outside of town.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets are not accepted at this property.
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Monsegur
Located in Monsegur, this villa is in a rural area. Duras Castle and Duras Clock Tower are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Château Les Arqueys and Roger Lapébie Track. Travelling with kids? Consider Griffon Park and Zoo de Mescoules. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails.
Bergerac (EGC-Bergerac - Perigord - Dordogne) - 56 min drive
Restaurants
Restaurant Hôtel les Tilleuls - 3 min drive
Café des Sports - 3 min drive
The old bookshop - 9 min drive
La Terrasse de Duras - 9 min drive
La Grange de Mamie - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Secure private heated pool, games room, view. Walk to historic town, restaurants have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is Secure private heated pool, games room, view. Walk to historic town, restaurants pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Secure private heated pool, games room, view. Walk to historic town, restaurants?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Secure private heated pool, games room, view. Walk to historic town, restaurants?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Secure private heated pool, games room, view. Walk to historic town, restaurants?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Secure private heated pool, games room, view. Walk to historic town, restaurants located?
This family-friendly Monsegur villa is located in a rural location, 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Château Les Arqueys, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Maison Guinguet and Duras Castle. Griffon Park and Duras Clock Tower are also within 12 miles (20 km).
About the host
Hosted by David & Tracy Hunwick. Holiday Cottages and Villas