Le Vieux Cerisier

INTRODUCTION.

A luxury Chambre d’hote (B&B) double room suite with private terrace, far reaching views and access to private pool. Le Vieux Cerisier offers accommodation in your own self contained suite of rooms. The fully restored eighteenth century farmhouse with pool is set within it’s own private grounds. A relaxing Dordogne country retreat.

INSIDE THE PROPERTY

The large first floor mezzanine bedroom has twin beds or double bed, plus an extra one or two children’s beds (if required), a cot is also available. and wc.

On the ground floor is a charming and cosy lounge comfortably furnished and inviting, with your own front entrance door. There is a rear anti-room with table and chairs (tea making facilities) and a luxury shower room

THE LOCATION

Located down a quiet country lane in a sleepy hamlet the property is completely peaceful and enjoys far reaching views over the rolling countryside. Bergerac is a 20 minute drive away.

You may choose to go out for a meal at one of the many local restaurants or you can enjoy an evening meal (Table d’hote) at the property. This is an informal four course meal taken with your hosts Paul and Ann Edwards. The ingredients are all local produce and home grown organic vegetables. The meal includes an aperitif and wine with your dinner (vegetarian option available). The meal is usually served al fresco on the terrace. The price is 22 euros per person, advance notice is required.

PROPERTY DETAILS IN BRIEF:

Private country farmhouse

Bed and breakfast sleeps 2 (+2 children)

One twin bedroom (plus extra children’s beds)

Private pool

Private terrace

Private grounds and far reaching views

Private parking

Central heating

Comfortable character accommodation

Evening four course meal (Table d’hote)

The food we serve at Le Vieux Cerisier reflects the local area cuisine and so foie gras, seafood and local duck predominate. Our vegetables normally come from our own organic potager and the vegetables themselves are grown from organic seeds. We have also sourced some excellent local wines to compliment the food.

Dinner will consist of a choice of per-dinner drinks served with canapes, then a starter, a main course, a chesse course and afterwards a dessert. Wine is included in the cost and so is coffee. we normally serve dinner on the terrace overlooking the pool, which provides a relaxed and very pleasant setting. A sample menu could include the following:

Staying at the property affords the perfect opportunity to relax and unwind, to take a dip in the pool or a glass of wine on the terrace on those balmy summer evenings.

A perfect centre from which to take off for the day and explore the many delights that the region has to offer. From local markets to historic buildings, scenic countryside and wildlife, the world famous vineyards and wines and the many activities available.

There is something to suite everyone and a pace of life that is calm and unhurried.

THE AREA

The Pays de Bergerac provides a wonderful combination of gentle countryside, picturesque towns and villages, fine wine and gourmet food.

St Emilion and the many vineyards of the region are a must for those who wish to sample and perhaps take home some very fine wines.

The lovely old towns of Bergerac and Perigueux and many medieval Bastide towns are within easy reach.

A little further a field are the classic sites of the Dordogne valley - dramatic cliff top villages, troglodyte settlements, les Eyzies and prehistoric caves, Domme, Beynac and Castlenaud.

Starter:

Salade Perigourdine

Smoked salmon or large prawns and garlic mayonnaise

Roquefort, walnut and chicory salad

Main Course:

Duck breast glazed with honey and soy sauce

Chicken with fresh garden tarragon

Veal Normande

All served with a selection of fresh garden vegetables

Local cheeses.

Dessert:

Creme brulee