La Perode - beautifully renovated Dordogne farmhouse

Summary

Centrally located five bedroom property, centrally located with numerous onsite facilities that includes private use of the secure large heated swimming pool, together with its superb summer kitchen.

Description

Is a renovated collection of old farm buildings nestling within the rolling Dordogne countryside, centrally located for a wide range of holiday activities. Built from the beautiful honey-coloured limestone that is a feature of the region, La Perode is set in ten acres and was until recent times a working farm. A major renovation has brought the facilities up to exacting modern standards, whilst preserving their charm and harmony within the tranquillity of the wider surrounding fields and woodland. Home to a glorious range of flora and fauna, it is a paradise for bird watchers and nature lovers, and as an escape from the hustle and bustle of urban life it will hopefully exceed all expectations……

See owners website at: www.la-perode.com

2023 reviews:
Thanks Alec and Annie for a lovely stay in your wonderful house. Everything was superb – the pool, the accommodation, the surrounding area, your hospitality – thank you! The only negative is that we can’t take Nina back to England with us. Thanks again and I’m sure we’ll see you next year.
Anna, Paul, Oscar, Charlotte, Mickey, Lizzy, Ted, Matt, Lorna & Finn, Various locations, UK
June 2023

We’ve enjoyed a wonderful two weeks at La Perode, there’s been fabulous sunshine and cooling storms. We visited a few local towns / villages – mostly for the shopping but found Le Bugue to be beautiful to walk around. The aquarium and caves were great to visit on rainy days. Our two girls (4 ½ years and almost 3 yrs) have made the most of the pool and loved every minute. They’rs going to miss the pool, the fresh fruit from Annie and saying ‘bonjour’ to Nina as they run past! A truly wonderful family holiday, thank you.
Nick & Kirst, Betty & Nel, Annie & Lenny, Redditch, UK
June 2023

Thank you Alec & Annie for a wonderful 2 weeks at La Perode. We enjoyed the pool so much that we didn’t venture out that much. We had a couple of days when the weather was not that good but the trip to the aquarium at Le Bugue was very interesting and great for a rainy day. We visited Sarlat, which is very pretty, also Montignac is well worth a trip. We’ll miss the visits from Nina! Once again thank you Alec and Annie for being so hospitable and making our time here so enjoyable.
Tina, Andy, Nick, Caley and Vinnie, Oxford & Yorkshire, UK
July 2023

We had a fantastic week here with the whole family including a 2 year old and a 5 month old. Alec and Annie were extremely welcoming and accommodating to our requests which we are so grateful for. The pool was an absolute joy for everyone and all the little details had been thought of so we could fully relax with the kids. On top of the fantastic house, the location is superb - we had nowhere near enough time to see everything in the region so we will have to come back! Bergerac is beautiful, the many caves are amazing, the village is lovely and the nearby campsite has a little play park which the kids loved. A special holiday that we will not forget. Thank you Alec and Annie
Rhiannon and extended family, Various locations
July 2023

Schitterende locatie met een leuk zwembadgedeelte. Ook de rust en sereniteit is een grote troef. Alec en Annie zijn toegankelijk maar heel discreet. Echt een aanrader!
Sam and extended family, Tielt, Belgium
July 2023

Thank you for another wonderful stay at La Perode. With the mixed weather we’ve made the most of all the amenities – board games to swimming pool – and have enjoyed the tranquillity of the surrounding villages and countryside. Thank you Annie, Alec and lovely Nina for your hospitality and kindnesses (pest control to sun glasses mender!) Once again, you’ve made us feel very welcome and we’re sorry to leave.
Patrick, Celia, Florence and Hannah, and extended family, various UK locations
August 2023

First of all thank you for your warm welcoming and for allowing us this week to live and move in your wonderful residence “La Perode”. This is our first and hopefully not our last stay in this beautiful house and area of the Dordogne…
We deeply value your hospitality, love, kindness, zeal and passion to serve people like us and from everywhere in a wonderful way. This is very rare and exceptional in these days. Keep that fire burning! We’ve appreciated every moment and will forever treasure this week of rest, peace, refreshment and vacation. In this environment we honestly heard clearer and deeper the voice of God in this heavenly place. We will return to Belgium in a different way, equipped, inspired, changed and reformed.
Rik and Sabine, Isabelle, Jasper and Sanne, Izegem, Belgium
August 2023

We had a wonderful stay here. The Villa had everything we could need and the pool area was a popular hangout for BBQ, late night swimming and star gazing with the kids. Alec et Annie couldn’t have been more welcoming, it felt like we were visiting family. They gave brilliant advice and information. We were able to balance exploring the area and further afield to appreciate the beauty of the Dordogne, canoeing lots, and relaxing at the villa on other days. Would definitely recommend and visit again. Thank you
Julie, Steve and family, Surrey, UK
August 2023


Thank you for such a wonderful stay- our first all together since the girls were born and it was just perfect! We had everything we needed here and the child-friendly bits like cots and high chairs were a real bonus! We even managed a few visits to Sarlat, Plazac & St Leon when we could get the babies out of the pool. Highly recommend them all for a beautiful few hours wandering and delicious lunches.

Thank you Alec, Annie and Nina – it seems like nothing was too much trouble for you to ensure we enjoyed our stay. We would love to come back soon.
Andy & Derville, Laurence, Natalie & Freya, Jason, Elinor and Erin, Cornwall & Wales
September 2023






2020 reviews:

Nous avons loué la maison avec plusieurs amis. La maison est superbe et très bien équipé, Alec et Annie sont adorables, disponibles et discrets. Nous avons passé une merveilleuse semaine, et nous reviendrons avec plaisir. Vous pouvez y aller sans hésitation.
Precillia, Jérémy, Romain, Nicolas, Léa, Maxime, Pauline, Fabian et Mani, Bordeaux
August 2020

Superbe séjour en famille avec enfants en bas âge. La piscine et le pool house sont top, et la maison est bien situé dans un petit village sympathique. Annie et Alec, les propriétaires, nous ont très bien acceuilli, bref que du bonheur lors de ce séjour d’une semaine.
Pascal, Nicole, Mila et amis de la famille, Nouvelle Aquitaine
August 2020

Don’t want to leave !! What a fantastic time we’ve had here at La Perode! I think we’ve exhausted the word “heaven”. This part of the Dordogne has so much to see and do but considering the circumstances we have been on cloud nine just to enjoy the gite and pool area. So well equipped!!! Alec and Annie are beyond thoughtful. You made our boy’s 10th birthday one to remember. Eternally grateful. Alexis, Rob, Stanley & Penelope x
We as a family have had a most releaxing and enjoyable stay at La Perode. Our grandchildren have thoroughy enjoyed the pool and their swimming has come on in leaps and bounds. We love the Dordogne as there is so much to explore but we needed to relax, which we’ve cetainly managed to do. Thank you Alec and Annie for your wonderful welcome and sharing your beautiful home with us. We will return in a couple of years. Mandy & Cliff
The Parker family, Hampshire, UK
August 2020

The accommodation and facilities were first class, there was nothing I could fault! The gite was equipped with everything you could possibly need and more. Highlight must be the superb swimming pool with outside kitchen area, we literally spent the whole week enjoying having this fabulous area all to ourselves. We have already booked to return in 2022 and would not hesitate to highly recommend to others. Alec et Annie were lovely hosts who made us feel very welcome. Rouffignac is a pretty little town with all the amenities you need. We ate at the nearby campsite restaurant a couple of times which was very pleasant. Everything you need is within walking distance, although we didn’t venture out very often as the gite and pool were too nice to leave!
Lindsey, Lee, Sammy, Dom, Tim & Laura, Stourbridge UK
July 2020

C’est avec regret que nous reprenons la route du retour. Notre séjour dans votre magnifique maison nous a tous enchantés. Tout était parfait: votre accueil, l’équipement des différentes pieces, la literie, la piscine sécurisée, la cuising extérieure, les jeux pour tous, la documentation à jour, votre discrétion tout en étant présents. De plus, la region est très belle et elle offre de nombreuses opportunités. Des vacances à recommander.
Joël, , Carole, Mélodie, Thomas, Lucie, Caleb, Evan et Lévi, de Belgique
July 2020

Un grand merci pour votre accueil à La Pérode. Nous avons passé un excellent séjour dans votre magnifique maison si bien restaurée. L’espace piscine est superbe. Tout y est pour passer d’excellentes journées avec les enfants quand le temps s’y prete! La cuisine parfaitement équipée et surtout un barbecue de compétition qui permet de faire d’exquisite côtes de boeuf! La région est superbe. Nous connaissons le sud du Périgord Noir, cette semaine nous a permis de découvrir cette magnifique partie de la Dordogne reconnue pour ses multiples grottes. La grotte de Rouffignac est à visiter, un heure de visite en train électrique qui a beaucoup plu aux enfants (6 et 9 ans). Nous avons aussi visité le gouffre de Poumeyssac qui est spectaculaire, les enfants ont pu découvrir le canoë sur la Vézère qui se prête parfaitement aux débutants. Nous avons aussi pu faire de la marche autour de Fanlac, un superbe village - comme Saint Léon sur Vezere. Il reste encore beaucoup de sites à découvrir tant la région est riche, une bonne excuse pour revenir bientôt c’est certain! Encore merci à Alec et Annie, d’avoir rendu notre séjour inoubliable!
Catherine, Jacques, Jacqueline, Amandine, Thomas, Margot et Louis, Istres et Angoulême, France
July 2020


2019 reviews:
Another fabulous time at La Perode – this time for two weeks. First week with family, second week with friends (& Sally the dog). Spent a lot of time in the pool due to the heat wave. Sunday market in the village was great. Ate three meals at the Bleu Soliel campsite – very nice. Thank you again Alec and Annie for your hospitality and good luck with ongoing restoration.
Thank you Alec and Annie for letting us share your beautiful home. What an amazing place. For a naturalist like me La Perode is paradise. It has been a very special week and being able to relax and get away from it all, doing the things I love has been great therapy for me, helping me get over the loss of my Andy. He would have loved it here too. Best wishes. Jane Ashall, Dawn & Brian Moody, Ramsbottom, Bury, UK June 2019

A great two weeks at La Perode. It was so hot (hitting 46DegC on one day) that we spent most of the time at the pool. However, a couple of places which are good to visit:
Montignac – a pretty town with lots of restaurants & a lovely ice cream shop.
Le Bos – a campsite near Le Bugue which has a big lake with ‘Total Wipe Out’ style inflatables. Also swimming pools and slides. Good for kids but lake & slides open at 1.00 and 2.00pm respectively. About €10pp + little kids are free.
Alec & Annie were great hosts and nothing was too much trouble. Many thanks for looking after us!
Mildwaters family, Isle of Man, July 2019

We’ve had a great two weeks. Beautiful area to explore, enjoyed the local caves and Perigueux, a lovely city. Alec & Annie were great hosts. The pool area is amazing and spent most of our time up there relaxing.
The Gibson – Lamb family, July 2019

Our return to La Perode didn’t dissapoint! Some highlights were:
Canoeing down the river from St Leon sur Vezere; Quercyland for water slides and fun; Gourmande evening every Wednesday (arrive about 6.30pm to get a table & bring your own cutlery and glasses); Look out for local brocantes for some interesting finds...
Alec and Annie, we have had a wondeful stay, again, and hope to return in the future.
The Herts & Robertsons family holiday, Crowthorne, UK August 2019

Thank you for making us feel so welcome during our stay at La Perode. We’ve loved the pool, especially on the hot, hot days, and enjoyed pottering about around the lanes picking plums and blackberries. Thank you for being so kind with Florence and Hannah, humouring their endless chatter and 20 questions! Both you and this holiday will stay in their memories. Days out we’ve particularly enjoyed: Rouffignac caves, Maison Forte de Reignac, Chateau de Commarque and a beautiful canoe trip from Thonac to St Leon sur Vezere. We’ve also enjoyed our morning excursions to collect still-warmbread and croissants from the (local) campsite. Good luck with the Grand Wall of La Perode!
If the weather had been cooler we would have done more walks in the Balades et Randonnées folder. We did walks from Fanlac & Plazac and both villages have pleasant, friendly restaurants to recover. In Rouffignac the Sunday market and the ‘Gormande Nocturne’ were good fun. The boucherie and epicerie supply good meat and groceries – the butcher is very jolly in his red apron and beret! We couldn’t have asked for more from Annie, Alec and La Perode – a wonderful setting for a family holiday. Thank you.
Celia, Patrick, Florence (7), Hannah (4), Gill & Henry, Harby, UK August 2019

Map

Address: Unnamed Road, 24580 Rouffignac-Saint-Cernin-de-Reilhac, France
Zip/Postal Code: 24580
Latitude / Longitude: 45.05544410078694 / 0.9946429535644938

Farmhouse

Board:

• Self catering

Bedroom(s): 5 ( 9 Sleeps )
Cots: 2, Double bedrooms: 2, Double bedrooms en-suite: 1, Single bedrooms: 1, Twin bedrooms: 1

Bathroom(s): 3
Baths: 2, Showers: 3, Toilets: 3, Wash basins: 4

Suitability

• Long term rentals: No
• Pets: Some pets, please enquire
• Smoking: No smoking
• Children: Yes, great for kids
• Wheelchair: No
• Elderly or infirm: Yes

Holiday type

Activity holidays, Family holidays, Golf holidays, Rural holidays, Rustic holidays

View

Countryside views

General facilities

Balcony, Garden, Garden furniture, High speed internet, Parking, WiFi

Indoor facilities

CD Player, Central heating, Coffee Maker, Dishwasher, DVD Player, Fireplace, Fridge freezer, Iron and Board, Microwave, Satellite TV, TV, Washing machine, Wood burner

Outdoor facilities

BBQ, Gas BBQ, Heated pool (private), Patio, Swimming pool (private), Terrace

Services

Cleaning inclusive, Laundry inclusive, Linen inclusive, Towels inclusive

Access

Off-road parking, Private car park, Stairs

Activities

Local activities:

Boating, Boule, Canoeing, Cycling, Fishing, Golf, Horse riding, Swimming, Tennis, Walking, Watersports

Rates

-	Nightly rate		Weekly	Monthly	Min. Stay	Change-over
	Week	Weekend
Rate summary	£213 - £330		£1,490 - £2,290	-	7 Nights	-
04-May-2024 - 24-May-2024 Late spring	£213	-	£1,490	-	7 Nights	Sat - Sat
25-May-2024 - 28-Jun-2024 Early summer	£227	-	£1,590	-	7 Nights	Sat - Sat
29-Jun-2024 - 30-Aug-2024 Peak season	£313	-	£2,190	-	7 Nights	Sat - Sat
31-Aug-2024 - 27-Sep-2024 Late summer	£227	-	£1,590	-	7 Nights	Sat - Sat
03-May-2025 - 23-May-2025 Late Spring	£225	-	£1,550	-	7 Nights	Sat - Sat
24-May-2025 - 04-Jul-2025 Early Summer	£245	-	£1,690	-	7 Nights	Sat - Sat
05-Jul-2025 - 05-Sep-2025 High Summer	£330	-	£2,290	-	7 Nights	Sat - Sat
06-Sep-2025 - 27-Sep-2025 Late Summer	£245	-	£1,690	-	7 Nights	Sat - Sat

Policies

Check in: 17:00, Check out: 10:00

A few regional delicacies and a decent bottle of the local Bergerac wine awaits your arrival, at which time you will be shown around and introduced to the immediate facilities. Changeover days are on Saturday and guests are kindly requested to depart by 10.00am to allow cleaning for subsequent guests. Arrival is anytime after 5.00pm although bag drop-off is OK (by prior agreement) if you plan to arrive earlier.

Our weekly rates include all linen and towels (excluding pool towels). A 25% deposit is required to confirm the booking, payable within 7 days, with the balance due 8 weeks before the start date of your holiday.

Terms and conditions

In the event of a cancellation the owners will make every effort to re-let the property but penalties may apply - we therefore suggest that our guests take out additional travel insurance for their protection. Payment via bank transfer, Sterling cheque (via a UK bank) or a Euro cheque (via a French bank) are equally accepted. For late bookings an electronic bank transfer is advised.

Please note that smoking is not permitted and that pets can only be welcomed outside of the main (peak) season by prior arrangement (additional cleaning charges apply).