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Le Garde Forestier

  • 10 guests

  • 5 bedrooms

  • 4 bathrooms

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When in France, it might feel like a cliché to stay in a château with six hectares of land in your kingdom. Well, we say long live clichés. This original 18th-century mansion is just a fifteen-minute walk from the medieval town of Dignac, where you can browse the market or stop in for a pastis. But your private estate offers plenty of reasons for you to stay put. You’ve got panoramic vistas of the Aquitaine countryside to satisfy your appetite for the natural world, and striking architecture for you to marvel at man made wonder. The cream walls of the exterior stand out among the thick forests of the estate. Its grey pointed rooftops and turrets cast an imposing shadow onto your pool terrace. Dine alfresco on a balmy evening, or follow the steps up past an elegant balustrade to enter the home. Original in every sense of the word, the entrance boasts vaulted ceilings, an oak staircase, and corniced ceilings. While tradition dominates the decor, we love the modern twists – wood-panelled walls painted pale blue and an inglenook used as a cavity for the hob. Not that you need to cook often, with a private chef on hand whenever you...


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What to expect


Highlights

Spend the day in the town of Périgueux, only an hour away by car

Spend the day in the town of Périgueux, only an hour away by car

Take a fifteen-minute stroll into the village of Dignac to visit the farmers' market

Take a fifteen-minute stroll into the village of Dignac to visit the farmers' market

Swim a few lengths of your private, heated pool to start the day

Swim a few lengths of your private, heated pool to start the day

Gather around the rustic, wood-burning fire on a chilly evening

Gather around the rustic, wood-burning fire on a chilly evening

Explore six hectares of parkland and woodland surrounding your château

Explore six hectares of parkland and woodland surrounding your château

Let the kids entertain themselves in the colourful nursery

Let the kids entertain themselves in the colourful nursery

Grill up some fresh, local fare on the barbecue for lunch

Grill up some fresh, local fare on the barbecue for lunch

Descend the magnificent staircase on your way out to dinner

Descend the magnificent staircase on your way out to dinner

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Home truths

    There's no dedicated workspace, but plenty of laptop-friendly spots

    You'll need to navigate a few steps and slopes – the home is set over multiple floors and is located on a hill

    There's a dedicated outdoor play area, nursery, and playroom for the little ones (as well as cots, high chairs, and plenty of childcare equipment)

    Included in your stay, you'll get daily housekeeping and a shopping service

    The entrance is private to your home

    Parking is available on-site (and we do recommend bringing a car to get around)

    At full capacity, two guests will be sleeping on single beds in the nursery – these beds are best suited to children

    The friendly owners live in a cottage on-site – they won't bother you unless you need them

About this stay


Amenities

Wi-fi

Parking available

Washing machine

Safety gates

Dryer

Private heated pool

Bedrooms & bathrooms

5 bedrooms, 7 beds

4 bathrooms

Extras


VIP services

Airport pick up

Arrange a chef

Baby sitting

Daily cleaning

Fridge fills

Laundry and dry cleaning

Massage

Additional fees

  • Your host can help arrange a variety of extra services during your stay, including massages and beauty treatments, wine tours, laundry and dry cleaning, fridge fills, restaurant reservations, butlers, private chefs, wellbeing coaches, airport transfers, and vehicle hire

  • If you’re travelling with children, your host can organise babysitting services – alternatively, a live-in nanny can be arranged at a cost of £475-£670 per week

  • There may be some extra fees to pay here, such as charges for utilities, final cleaning fees, city tax and security deposits – all of which you may need to pay in cash to the homeowner. Please reach out during the booking process to confirm.

Additional fees subject to a 3.5% handling charge.

Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.

Local guide


About New Aquitaine

New Aquitaine is a region of endless delights with its beautiful beaches, picturesque countryside, and rich history. It's a paradise for anyone seeking adventure, relaxation, and exploration. The region boasts some of the best surf spots in Europe, as well as world-class vineyards producing some of France's most renowned wines. History buffs will marvel at the medieval architecture of cities like Bordeaux and the UNESCO-listed pilgrimage route of St. James'...

Get around

Train station

RCJM - Blue Train: Cape Town Station

3 hr 23 min

Train station

Plumstead

3 hr 39 min

Train station

Harfield Rd

3 hr 58 min

Bus stop

Llandudno 2

16 min

Booking policies


House Rules

Children welcome (1-12 years)

Infants welcome (under 12 months)

No pets

No parties or events

No smoking

Good to know

Arrival from 16:00

Departure before 10:00

Wifi

No air con

Cancellation policy

  • Up until

    60

    days

    Cancel at least 60 days before your check-in date for a 50% refund.

  • Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 60 days away.

Host


This home is managed by Oliver

This home is managed directly by a business. A member of their staff will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Nearly twenty years ago, Oliver and his friend began curating the world's most unique and rustic getaways. Driven by their own unforgettable experience at a chateau, they have grown remarkably since then. Much like Plum, they believe in hand-picked luxury that doesn't break the bank.

This home is nominated for the Plum Guide Award.

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