Villa De Marineu

About this property

A year round delight, Villa de Marineu is an elegant, modern restoration of an old French farmhouse set in the peaceful Dordogne countryside. Decorated with charming furnishings and quirky touches that nod back to the rural past of this house, this is an ideal family holiday home.

Spend days of absolute relaxation around the 5 x 10 metre pool, or in the exquisite landscaped gardens and take in the undiscovered joys of this region, famed for its unspoilt natural beauty. The two terraces are a real highlight and ensure you can find shade on the scorching summer days, or set yourself up on the sun loungers and top up the tan.

Surrounded by tall trees on one side, and with nothing but rolling green fields on the other there is the perfect combination of privacy and gorgeous views to keep all guests happy. There is also a fantastic concierge service on hand to help tailor make your stay, and make sure your French escape is everything you dreamed of!

Périgord is a region where the cultural, natural and gastronomic riches have made ​​the reputation. This area in the north of the region is known as the Périgord Vert, the name coming from the forests of clear oak and chestnut trees, and the wetlands, and meadows that make up the landscape.

Located forty kilometers north-west of Perigueux, in the natural park Périgord-Limousin, and just 10 minutes from Brantôme, Chateau de Marineu is at the heart of the Périgord Vert, famous for its beautiful heritage, and its 1000 castles and mansions. You'll also find countless Romanesque churches and abbeys, picturesque medieval villages, along small country roads, and a warm, welcoming character.

Discover gastronomic specialities of the region, their walnut oil, porcini, and foie gras. You can't leave without tasting the black truffle, the wines of Bergerac, potatoes "Sarlat", walnuts, chestnuts and strawberries from Périgord.

Other attractions to discover in and around Périgord include:

- Brantôme, the Venice of Perigord, the Abbey
- Périgueux (prefecture), its cathedral, the Périgord museum, Abbey Chancelade
- Angoulême (40 minutes)
- Bordeaux (1:30), the city, the wine
- Bourdeilles castle
- Villebois-Lavalette
- Sorges, the truffle market
- The Castle of Puyguilhem
- Prehistoric Caves of Villars
- Peat Vendoire
- Nontron, its church, castle
- Varaignes castle
- Baroque Music Festival (August)

Accommodation

Ideal for 8 guests, Villa de Marineu is a ravishing independent property, restored with taste.

Elegant and refined decor, with materials and colours that create a peaceful atmosphere and a relaxing view of a bucolic landscape. Villa de Marineu welcomes you in any season, with family or friends in a setting that invites you to rest and relax.

Terraces
The two terraces are the strength of this 300m ² property and insure you pleasant moments. The first is covered, facing an out of sight landscape, away from the scorching sun or the evening coolness, the other facing the grove and the large clearing offers moments of relaxation comfortably settled in the garden or on the sun beds.

Kitchen
Large living room with a bright bay window, the kitchen is very functional with its central Marthon island stone. On arrival, you will find staples and for all your desired cooking during your stay, a Thermomix food processor. The kitchen also includes a fridge freezer, electric oven, microwave, Nespresso coffee machine, dishwasher and cookware. The rear kitchen allows you to dispose your shopping from the market. A washing machine and a dryer are at your disposal as well as an iron and its table. You can also enjoy various services for your breakfasts, lunch baskets or dinners .

The Dining Room 
Opened onto the kitchen, the spacious dining room offers you luxury and welcomes you around a large table beautifully weathered by time. The beautiful display is sufficiently stocked with dishes to draw a pretty table.

The Living Room
Cosy style for this living room, with its beautiful fireplace, a comfortable 3 seater sofa and armchairs...all promising privileged moments. And a nice view of the surrounding countryside by three large French windows.

Bedrooms
Four beautiful and spacious bedrooms, located on the first floor offering a soothing and quiet atmosphere. On request, these rooms can be arranged in double or twin bedrooms. In each, a king size bed (with anti-acarid bedding and cotton cloths), two pillows per person, vintage linen, single duvets, wardrobe, closet, dresser...and indoor shutters to preserve the light. One of the bedrooms has an extra single bed, making it ideal for three guests. Two bathrooms to share with single or double sinks, a walk-in Italian shower, hairdryer, cotton towels. Separate toilets upstairs and on the ground floor.

Wellness and Leisure
A private flat bottomed swimming pool, secured, of 5m x 10m. A Tennis court (on demand), a table tennis, a charcoal bbq and trampoline. A shaded private garden, a large park and a kitchen-garden.