The Dordogne is a truly unique region. There aren’t many places where lush greenery, rolling rivers, and thick forests have prehistoric cave paintings hidden away in their landscapes. A fifty-minute drive from the ancient art of Lascaux, this stone-built villa might not be as old, but certainly offers old-world character. Set in a garden full of native foliage and flowers, you can’t help but be drawn to its exteriors as soon as you arrive. At the centre, you’ll find a private, heated pool with sun loungers lining its terrace – the perfect spot for an afternoon glass of local Bergerac wine. Heat up the built-in barbecue while you head off to explore the interiors. Rural charm is the first item on the agenda. Chunky timber beams, vintage-style armchairs, and a glorious wood-burning fireplace in a stone inglenook – could it get any more rustic? The country kitchen is ideal for when your private chef pays a visit, especially as you’ve got two separate formal dining areas, plus an alfresco terrace. And luxe continues upstairs, where the main bedroom boasts its own jacuzzi in the corner (maybe you should let someone else keep an eye on the barbecue).

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, private chefs, airport transfers, and car 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.