Excellent Paunat Cottage S124981

About this property

On the hillside just above the tiny village of Paunat, just a short walk away from one of the best restaurants in the area, is the beautiful La Maison Soleil. 

Recently renovated with great care, this characterful house offers the perfect combination of traditional features alongside contemporary style. You’ll find beamed ceilings and a wood burner in the cosy living room with French windows leading straight out to the glorious gardens. Exposed stone features in the quirky dining room, which has its own office space on an open mezzanine, the perfect place to find some peace and quiet! The rustic kitchen is lovely and features all the modern conveniences you would expect to prepare your feast of French delights.

The two ground floor bedrooms are light and airy with their own stylish walk-in showers and picture book windows. As you wander outside you can read a book on a bench overlooking the gardens, have your morning coffee listening to the birds, sit by the pergola to take in the views or relax by the small but dreamy swimming pool with the gentle sounds of the stream below. It’s the perfect place for a couple, two or three friends or maybe even those looking for a romantic honeymoon.

This is a great location near both the Vézère and Dordogne rivers, an area full of pretty medieval villages, fine wines, truffles, vibrant local markets, canoeing on the rivers and unspoilt views of stunning countryside. There’s an excellent restaurant within a short walk in Paunat, a lovely village with a little stream, 1000 year old abbey and wonderful countryside views around or head to the town of Le Bugue (8km) on the Vézère riverside which has a fantastic market on a Tuesday. The pretty Dordogne village of Limeuil is also within a short drive and an enchanting place to visit. 

Other magical trips out should include sampling the delicious black truffle in the city of Périgueux, heading east to the exquisite town of Sarlat or simply exploring some of France’s Plus Beaux Villages along the Dordogne such as La Roque Gageac, Beynac and Castelnaud-la-Chapelle. Not forgetting the beautiful city of Bergerac with its unmissable Maisons de Vins.

Whether you are a lover of fine foods, exquisite scenery or just looking for a romantic and relaxing break away, La Maison Soleil is a picture-perfect place for your stay in the magnificent Dordogne. 

The Dordogne is known as the valley of 1000 chateaux with endless pretty medieval villages, fine wines, truffles, local markets and spectacular valleys and rivers. Both the Vézère and the Dordogne rivers offer great kayaking, canoeing and unparalleled views of the countryside.

The house is on top of the hill in the lovely village of Paunat which has a little stream, pretty church, a 1000 year old abbey and wonderful countryside views around. The village’s restaurant is within a short walk and has an excellent reputation. Just down the road, a further 4km away, is beautiful Limeuil. This is where the Vézère meets the Dordogne and you can paddle by the river beach or enjoy some fine views from Parc Limeuil after wandering through the delightful village.

Nearby Le Bugue (8km) is a charming market town on the Vézère riverside with narrow winding streets to explore and beautiful buildings to admire. Visit on a Tuesday to experience the bustling market day, then hire canoes on the river or enjoy lunch in one of the many lovely restaurants. The pretty Dordogne village of Tremolat (6km) is also within a short drive and another enchanting place to visit, featuring the Michelin starred restaurant Vieux Logis.

The Dordogne and Vézère rivers host a wealth of beautiful villages and towns, many of them classed as France’s Plus Beaux Villages such as glorious Monpazier (30km), a bastide town dating back to the 13th century. To the north you have the sophisticated small city of Périgueux (44km), famous for its amazing black truffles and to the east should visit Sarlat (40km) with its maze of medieval narrow streets, lovely squares and amazing restaurants. Not forgetting beautiful Bergerac (38km) to the west with its medieval architecture, narrow streets of boutiques and great restaurants as well as the unmissable Maisons de Vins.

Other magical day trips include the Lascaux caves, just outside Montignac and the famous Dordogne villages of La Roque Gageac, Château de Beynac and Castelnaud-la-Chapelle.

The whole region is a true haven for nature and sport lovers alike offering a wide array of outdoor activities, from horse-back riding, to tennis, mountain-biking, golfing and watersports, not to mention the number of hiking and fishing opportunities in the area. Older children will love the nearby waterparks, visiting the Aquarium du Perigord Noir, exploring prehistoric caves and historic castles or even a magnificent hot air balloon ride across the stunning region. The more adventurous may enjoy go-karting just south of Périgueux or tree-top activities in the forests near Sarlat.

Accommodation

House Interior
- Sitting room with wood burner and French doors opening up onto terrace
- Well equipped kitchen, including dishwasher and microwave, with doors leading to terrace
- Dining room
- Office (on open mezzanine level with steep open stairs leading from the dining room)
- Master bedroom with king-size bed, walk-in shower and WC
- Twin/double bedroom with walk-in shower and WC
Outside Grounds
- Heated swimming pool (5mx3m) with security cover
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- BBQ
- Gardens
Facilities
- Internet
- TV with some English channels
- DVD
- Nespresso coffee machine
- Library
- Washing machine and dryer