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Farmhouse With Sole Use Of Private, Heated Pool In Peaceful, Rural Location
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4 bedrooms 1+ bathroom Sleeps 9 160 sq m
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Saint-Paul-La-Roche, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
- Jumillac Castle9 min drive
- Nantheuil Pond17 min drive
- Nanthiat Castle18 min drive
- Limoges (LIG-Limoges Intl.)67 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib
Bedroom 2
1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Shower room 1
Toilet · Shower only
Toilet 1
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Farmhouse With Sole Use Of Private, Heated Pool In Peaceful, Rural Location
Haut Combiers is a small farm dating from the 1800's with house and barns built in the Perigordian style. It is set in a beautiful, rural location in an elevated position, giving stunning views of the surrounding Dordogne countryside. There are historic villages and towns nearby, with chateaux, restaurants and markets to visit.
The farmhouse has recently been re-furbished but retains lots of French character, while having all modern facilities and comforts. Ideal for a couple, larger family, or two families sharing, being spacious but cosy, with four bedrooms and two bathrooms.
Wifi is freely available, with fibre internet giving high speed usage.
The ground floor bedroom has a king-sized bed and en-suite bathroom, with a shower over the bath, plus washbasin and w.c. Also at this end of the house is a loft room, which has one double and one single bed. Although designed for children, this room can also be used by adults. The loft room has it's own stairs, which wind into the room, so there is no door. The entrance to this room does have a slightly reduced head height. Also at this end of the house, on the ground floor, is a separate w.c. with washbasin and washing machine.
From the kitchen/dining area, stairs lead to the first floor, where there are two bedrooms and a shower room, with w.c. and washbasin.. One bedroom has a king-sized bed and the other two singles, although these can be put together to make a comfortable super-king sized bed if required. We also have a travel cot with bedding, high chair, baby bath, changing mat, plus stair gate and bed guards if required.
The fitted kitchen has a four ring ceramic electric hob, oven, dishwasher, microwave, fridge freezer, kettle, toaster, coffee maker etc. The kitchen is well equipped with plenty of plates, bowls, cutlery and cooking equipment including blenders, a mixer, cake tins etc. A picnic hamper with a cool bag is also available for use.
The large kitchen table comfortably seats up to nine people. There is a large sitting room area with three comfortable, three-seater sofas and a wood burner (logs are provided for the colder months,) 40” flat screen TV with English free-sat, dvd player, plus games, books, toys and dvd's for both adults and children. All bedding, bed linen and towels, for both inside and pool use, are provided.
The kitchen, dining and sitting room are open plan, with French doors leading onto the terrace from both the kitchen and sitting room areas. On the terrace are a table and chairs for up to 9 people, plus parasol and gas barbecue. The terrace and a smaller lawned area are fenced off from the pool and larger garden, so that visitors with younger children can restrict access to the pool area.
Access to the private 10m x 5m x 1.5m heated swimming pool is via double gates from the terrace. The gates swing back completely if visitors do not have younger children, giving open access up to the pool. The pool is conveniently situated close to the house and set in the large garden with lawns and mature trees. We will clean the pool regularly for you, usually every other day. Sunbeds are provided for all occupants. A solar heated shower is situated near the pool. There is a table tennis table, boules pitch, picnic bench, and tree house with slide in the garden, plus a swing set.
To the front of the house is a smaller enclosed garden, also with comfortable, shaded seating.
A welcome pack of bread, butter, cheese, ham, eggs, orange juice, tea, coffee and a bottle of wine is provided on arrival and the kitchen has basics such as salt, pepper, kitchen roll, tin foil and cling film.
We have a variety of animals; dogs, cats, chickens, guinea pigs, horses, pigs and two miniature ponies, who love being petted and groomed. The ponies graze the orchard area next to the house, with a stile over the fence for access to them. Guests are welcome to help feed and look after the animals if they wish.
This is a wonderful area for cycling and guests can be accompanied for longer rides, taking in some of the nearby sights or more hidden countryside. Good quality touring and racing bicycles can be hired locally, although we would advise booking in advance.
There are nearby lakes and rivers, offering various activities, plus caves, chateaux, gardens and activity parks.
The owners are happy to be contacted should you have queries. This includes prior to booking or before your stay and can be via face-time at a pre-arranged time, if preferred.
The farmhouse has recently been re-furbished but retains lots of French character, while having all modern facilities and comforts. Ideal for a couple, larger family, or two families sharing, being spacious but cosy, with four bedrooms and two bathrooms.
Wifi is freely available, with fibre internet giving high speed usage.
The ground floor bedroom has a king-sized bed and en-suite bathroom, with a shower over the bath, plus washbasin and w.c. Also at this end of the house is a loft room, which has one double and one single bed. Although designed for children, this room can also be used by adults. The loft room has it's own stairs, which wind into the room, so there is no door. The entrance to this room does have a slightly reduced head height. Also at this end of the house, on the ground floor, is a separate w.c. with washbasin and washing machine.
From the kitchen/dining area, stairs lead to the first floor, where there are two bedrooms and a shower room, with w.c. and washbasin.. One bedroom has a king-sized bed and the other two singles, although these can be put together to make a comfortable super-king sized bed if required. We also have a travel cot with bedding, high chair, baby bath, changing mat, plus stair gate and bed guards if required.
The fitted kitchen has a four ring ceramic electric hob, oven, dishwasher, microwave, fridge freezer, kettle, toaster, coffee maker etc. The kitchen is well equipped with plenty of plates, bowls, cutlery and cooking equipment including blenders, a mixer, cake tins etc. A picnic hamper with a cool bag is also available for use.
The large kitchen table comfortably seats up to nine people. There is a large sitting room area with three comfortable, three-seater sofas and a wood burner (logs are provided for the colder months,) 40” flat screen TV with English free-sat, dvd player, plus games, books, toys and dvd's for both adults and children. All bedding, bed linen and towels, for both inside and pool use, are provided.
The kitchen, dining and sitting room are open plan, with French doors leading onto the terrace from both the kitchen and sitting room areas. On the terrace are a table and chairs for up to 9 people, plus parasol and gas barbecue. The terrace and a smaller lawned area are fenced off from the pool and larger garden, so that visitors with younger children can restrict access to the pool area.
Access to the private 10m x 5m x 1.5m heated swimming pool is via double gates from the terrace. The gates swing back completely if visitors do not have younger children, giving open access up to the pool. The pool is conveniently situated close to the house and set in the large garden with lawns and mature trees. We will clean the pool regularly for you, usually every other day. Sunbeds are provided for all occupants. A solar heated shower is situated near the pool. There is a table tennis table, boules pitch, picnic bench, and tree house with slide in the garden, plus a swing set.
To the front of the house is a smaller enclosed garden, also with comfortable, shaded seating.
A welcome pack of bread, butter, cheese, ham, eggs, orange juice, tea, coffee and a bottle of wine is provided on arrival and the kitchen has basics such as salt, pepper, kitchen roll, tin foil and cling film.
We have a variety of animals; dogs, cats, chickens, guinea pigs, horses, pigs and two miniature ponies, who love being petted and groomed. The ponies graze the orchard area next to the house, with a stile over the fence for access to them. Guests are welcome to help feed and look after the animals if they wish.
This is a wonderful area for cycling and guests can be accompanied for longer rides, taking in some of the nearby sights or more hidden countryside. Good quality touring and racing bicycles can be hired locally, although we would advise booking in advance.
There are nearby lakes and rivers, offering various activities, plus caves, chateaux, gardens and activity parks.
The owners are happy to be contacted should you have queries. This includes prior to booking or before your stay and can be via face-time at a pre-arranged time, if preferred.
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Dryer
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Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Lots for children to do and no neighbours!
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No events allowed
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About the area
Saint-Paul-la-Roche
Located in Saint-Paul-la-Roche, this holiday home is in a rural area. Jumillac Castle and Nanthiat Castle are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Regional Natural Park Périgord Limousin and Nantheuil Pond. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling.

Saint-Paul-La-Roche, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
What's nearby
- Jumillac Castle - 9 min drive - 8.1 km
- The House of Foie Gras - 14 min drive - 13.4 km
- Nantheuil Pond - 17 min drive - 12.5 km
- Nanthiat Castle - 18 min drive - 10.5 km
- Château de Laxion - 21 min drive - 19.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Le Samourai - 13 min drive
- Auberge Fleurie - 16 min drive
- Au Fil des Saisons - 13 min drive
- La Taverne du Boucher - 17 min drive
- Michel Fargeot S.A. - 14 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Dawn Twigg

We are English and moved to France in July 2012, having lived in the countryside in Northamptonshire for many years. With our children having moved out to start their new careers in various parts of England, it was our turn to start afresh, although Andrew still works as an architectural consultant in England and France. We brought horses, dogs, pigs and ducks with us from England, with cats, chickens, Dexter cattle, rabbits, guinea pigs, plus a border collie and a labrador arriving at various intervals since then. We also bought two miniature ponies, Sammy and Lipsy, who love being petted and groomed.
Andrew is a keen cyclist and can advise on routes for all abilities or accompany visitors on longer routes, if required. Because there is so little traffic around us, cycling is a pleasure, with pretty, tree lined roads offering dappled shade. Cycling to Jumilhac-le-Grand for a drink or a coffee in front of the chateau is one of our regular routes, particularly on a Sunday morning when there is a small farmers market on the square in the summer.
We love our new life here in this beautiful, tranquil setting, with its slow pace of life. We really enjoy welcoming visitors to Haut Combiers and sharing this special place.
Andrew is a keen cyclist and can advise on routes for all abilities or accompany visitors on longer routes, if required. Because there is so little traffic around us, cycling is a pleasure, with pretty, tree lined roads offering dappled shade. Cycling to Jumilhac-le-Grand for a drink or a coffee in front of the chateau is one of our regular routes, particularly on a Sunday morning when there is a small farmers market on the square in the summer.
We love our new life here in this beautiful, tranquil setting, with its slow pace of life. We really enjoy welcoming visitors to Haut Combiers and sharing this special place.
Why they chose this property
The area is beautiful, peaceful and tranquil. Friendly people, lovely villages and interesting towns make it a wonderful place to live and work. There is little traffic on the country roads, which makes cycling and driving a pleasure and we enjoy visiting all the sites of interest in this beautiful part of France.
Although we enjoy far-reaching countryside views from all aspects of our property, we are only a short, but very pretty drive from the village of Jumilac-le-Grand with a stunning chateau, small shops, bars and a restaurant.
Pretty, nearby towns offer everything else we need.
Our family and friends from England often fly in for the weekend, as Limoges airport is only a 50 minute drive away, with flights from East Midlands and Stansted airports taking only one hour and twenty five minutes. Other airports within easy reach are Bergerac, Brive and Bordeaux.
If you are looking for a peaceful, relaxing holiday or shorter break, the house has everything to make your stay stress free. Comfortable beds and sofas, Wi-Fi and free sat English tv, plus several outside seating areas and a heated, private pool in a large garden with mature trees.
Guests regularly comment that the house has everything for a relaxing stay; the well equipped kitchen, the books, toys and games, plus tree house with slide; the sunbeds and parasols, plus quiet seating areas; the wonderful views; enjoying feeding the pigs and chickens, grooming the ponies and collecting fresh eggs. We want everyone to leave Haut Combiers with happy memories, having had a wonderful holiday.
For parents with younger children, we have designed the garden so that children cannot access the pool area if adults are in the house, but they still have a terrace and lawned area to play on. The garden is large, with a boules pitch, tree house, slide and swings. We usually have at least one hen with chicks during the summer and children love to help feed them and the pigs, walk the dogs and groom the ponies.
Although we enjoy far-reaching countryside views from all aspects of our property, we are only a short, but very pretty drive from the village of Jumilac-le-Grand with a stunning chateau, small shops, bars and a restaurant.
Pretty, nearby towns offer everything else we need.
Our family and friends from England often fly in for the weekend, as Limoges airport is only a 50 minute drive away, with flights from East Midlands and Stansted airports taking only one hour and twenty five minutes. Other airports within easy reach are Bergerac, Brive and Bordeaux.
If you are looking for a peaceful, relaxing holiday or shorter break, the house has everything to make your stay stress free. Comfortable beds and sofas, Wi-Fi and free sat English tv, plus several outside seating areas and a heated, private pool in a large garden with mature trees.
Guests regularly comment that the house has everything for a relaxing stay; the well equipped kitchen, the books, toys and games, plus tree house with slide; the sunbeds and parasols, plus quiet seating areas; the wonderful views; enjoying feeding the pigs and chickens, grooming the ponies and collecting fresh eggs. We want everyone to leave Haut Combiers with happy memories, having had a wonderful holiday.
For parents with younger children, we have designed the garden so that children cannot access the pool area if adults are in the house, but they still have a terrace and lawned area to play on. The garden is large, with a boules pitch, tree house, slide and swings. We usually have at least one hen with chicks during the summer and children love to help feed them and the pigs, walk the dogs and groom the ponies.
What makes this property unique
The house sits in the middle of our land, approached by a long drive (approximately 200 metres,) so there are no neighbours in the immediate vicinity. Children can make as much noise as they like; there is no-one else to hear them. Both the larger garden, the smaller lawned area with the terrace and the front garden are enclosed, so that parents can relax. In the larger garden, there is a tree house with slide and a swing set. Children love to help look after and feed the animals, pick vegetables and fruit and get involved with our day to day life here.
We live in one of the large barns, which we recently converted, across a large yard with another barn between us and the farmhouse. The two houses are largely orientated in different directions, so visitors in the farmhouse are assured of privacy, peace and quiet. We are happy to advise on days out, nearby towns and villages, bars, restaurants and markets etc.
Although there are animals on the farm, during the summer months they graze the land away from the farmhouse, so do not disturb visitors. If, however, visitors would like to get involved with looking after some of the animals, they are more than welcome. Helping to wash the horses manes and tails is a messy, but favourite activity for both adults and children. Feeding the animals, grooming our miniature ponies and having fresh eggs for breakfast are all experiences enjoyed by both children and adults and create lasting memories.
Several acres of the land and woodland are available for visitors to enjoy, with a fenced walk of approximately 1km around one side of our land. This is a wonderful place to relax and enjoy a slower place of life in a beautiful area. As one of our recent guests said, it is a wonderful place for children to just be children and for adults to completely relax. Our aim is for guests to take away happy memories of a holiday spent in this beautiful area and we will do our best to make sure you enjoy your stay here.
We live in one of the large barns, which we recently converted, across a large yard with another barn between us and the farmhouse. The two houses are largely orientated in different directions, so visitors in the farmhouse are assured of privacy, peace and quiet. We are happy to advise on days out, nearby towns and villages, bars, restaurants and markets etc.
Although there are animals on the farm, during the summer months they graze the land away from the farmhouse, so do not disturb visitors. If, however, visitors would like to get involved with looking after some of the animals, they are more than welcome. Helping to wash the horses manes and tails is a messy, but favourite activity for both adults and children. Feeding the animals, grooming our miniature ponies and having fresh eggs for breakfast are all experiences enjoyed by both children and adults and create lasting memories.
Several acres of the land and woodland are available for visitors to enjoy, with a fenced walk of approximately 1km around one side of our land. This is a wonderful place to relax and enjoy a slower place of life in a beautiful area. As one of our recent guests said, it is a wonderful place for children to just be children and for adults to completely relax. Our aim is for guests to take away happy memories of a holiday spent in this beautiful area and we will do our best to make sure you enjoy your stay here.
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