La Maison d'Astier
Dordogne, South West France
Nearest Airport: Bergerac |
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Sleeps up to 16, including 3 babies in cots in two properties. Only available with Astier Village Stable in July and August (2 week bookings only during this period) and on its own for the rest of the year. At a Glance
Local airport: Bergerac airport, 40 mins
Bustling village location with shops and walks from the door
Enclosed 14 metre pool
Enclosed garden
English speaking babysitting available
Homecooked food available
Unique large family houseOnly 1 week left in peak summer - 28 August 2010. Both properties are included in the price shown until 4 Sep 10 when the price is for La Maison only. Writing a book? Want to try out real life and school in france? St Astier is a wonderful village where the schools, clubs, sports and shops are just a walk away. Please ask for discounted rates for one month or more stays out of the peak season and try real French life for yourselves and your family! From Sep 2010, this property will be available as a long-term let (with or without The Stable) - a unique opportunity - please enquire. Built at the turn of the century, La Maison d’Astier is a large family home complete with high ceilings, picture windows and well proportioned rooms. The house retains many of its original period features such as the large stone fireplace in the sitting room. The main house has 5 bedrooms (3 doubles (one is a sofabed) and two twins) which sleep 9 plus cots: Master bedroom: queen size bed with modern en-suite bath/shower room
Bedroom 2: double bed with en-suite shower
Bedroom 3: sofa bed with DVD and flat screen satellite TV; can be used as a sitting room if not as a bedroom.
Bedroom 4: 2 singles
Bedroom 5: 2 singles There is also a large family bathroom with a shower and bath - ideal for kids’ bath time. The kitchen is fully equipped for family life and is fitted with a dishwasher. There is an additional TV with DVD, video and satellite. French doors lead directly out into the summer sun and the delights of the enclosed swimming pool. There is also a dining area and large, elegant sitting room. The house is a family home for the majority of the year and so retains the feeling of a proper home rather than simply a rented gite. Parent Point: It is not possible to add stair gates to the staircase of a house as grand as this; none the less, access to the stairs can be controlled on all floors by closing doors on each landing and hallway so that the stairwell is cut-off from the adventurous crawler. Astier Village Stable is a separate property in the shared garden of La Maison and sleeps 7 people in four bedrooms, although at full occupancy the living accommodation is cosy: Master bedroom: A king size double bed with door out into the garden and the pool (downstairs)
Bedroom 2: A sunny double bedroom with views out into the garden
Bedroom 3: A twin bedroom with views out into the garden
Bedroom 4: A small single room which also houses a good quality wooden cot. Upstairs comprises 3 bedrooms (including the cot/single room); one bathroom with bath, basin and washing machine; one shower room with shower, small basin and loo and one separate cloakroom with a loo and a basin.
Downstairs the open plan sitting and dining room area has French doors which open onto the garden and a charming kitchen complete with a range cooker. There is also a stereo, DVD and video player with a small TV. If central heating is required this will be charged for separately. Housekeeping Facts
All towels (bath and swimming towels) and linen is provided, with a change of linen provided at the end of every weeks stay - all included in the price. There is a washing machine for your use. A welcome pack is provided on arrival and a baby pack can be pre-ordered. Outside
The large walled garden provides a safe haven for the children and is enclosed at both ends by electric gates. The large swimming pool (14 metres) is fully enclosed ensuring that little ones do not find their way into the enclosure without parental supervision. A covered terrace and a gas BBQ provide the perfect setting for al fresco living. There are also swings and a slide, a vegetable patch and private gated parking for up to 4 cars. Baby and Toddler Friendly! Childrens` Videos
Childrens` Toys (age 1-5)
High Chair
Booster Seat
Bed Guard
2 Cots with sheets and blankets
Matress protectors
Baby bath
Bath toys
3 potties
Cupboard safety locks
Bottle steriliser
2 hand held blenders
lots of plastic crockery
Changing mat
Stairgates in The Stable
Baby monitor
Night lights
Bouncy Chair
Garden shade
Childrens` swimming towels
Childrens` swings and slide
Fenced pool Other facilities...
You can arrange for a home cooked meal to be delivered to your gite on the night of your arrival. This is great for your first night and saves you having to worry about what do cook! There is a great menu, which includes Lasagne Bolognase, Pasta pesto alla rucola and Penne alla carbonara. Please enquire for further details.
And beyond…
Few of our houses enjoy such a convenient setting allied to the splendours of such a well appointed period house. La Maison d’Astier is set in the heart of a busy large village which has no fewer than 5 boulangeries for your breakfast croissants and a large supermarket which sells everything from nappies to fresh fish. There are a further 5 family friendly cafes and restaurants to choose from and if cooking is not your scene, or you fancy a break from the kitchen, then you can order a restaurant quality meal to be enjoyed at home. Market day is held on a Thursday, just a stone’s throw from the front door and for many will be the highlight of the week. The convenience, colours, shapes, tastes and smells are a treat and great fun for all. A smaller, organic market is held on a Sunday. From the door you can choose to walk around the village or straight up into the Perigordian hills beyond. Alternatively, take your little one for a walk in the pram along the river or enjoy many of the events that happen throughout the summer, including antiques fairs (‘brocantes’), music festivals, night markets and outstanding firework displays all of which are gratuit! For slightly older children (post toddler) a stay here would not be complete without a canoe trip down the River Isle. This is an immensely pleasant way to pass a couple of hours, particularly if you take a picnic and relax into the pace of the river. There is also a small cinema. Nearby are some fantastic child friendly stables with beautifully trained Shetland ponies the size of large dogs! This is the perfect place for your child to try the sport for the first time or for more experienced riders to have some fun. For the odd rainy day, there is a very family friendly bowling park in Perigieux which is near lots of restaurants. Parent Point: Being so central there are two nights in the year when the music can be heard from the house. The dates of these change annually. Before booking, please read about Realistic Expectations. You should also read our Terms and Conditions.
| Arrive |
Depart |
Time |
Carrier |
| Bergerac |
Birmingham, Edinburgh, Southampton, Leeds, Exeter |
40 minutes |
Flybe |
| Bergerac |
Southampton, Leeds, Exeter, Birmingham, Edinburgh, Gatwick, Manchester |
40 minutes |
Flybe |
| Bordeaux |
Manchester, Birmingham, Luton, Gatwick, Bristol |
1 hour 15 mins |
BA, BMI Baby, Easyjet |
| Limoges |
East Midlands, Liverpool, Stansted |
1 hour 30 mins |
Ryanair |
| Limoges |
Southampton, Newcastle, Manchester |
1 hour 30 mins |
Flybe |
Gallery 
La Maison D'Astier and pool.
The family kitchen.
The dining room.
The beautiful drawing room.
The master bedroom.
The lovely hallway with liuttle guests.
The second bedroom.
Freshly decorated main ensuite bathroom.
The master bedroom ensuite.
The third shower room.
The brand new family bathroom.
A real hit with the children!.
The additional gite in the grounds - The Stable.
Dinner beneath the vine.
Sit and enjoy the all fresco lifestyle.
The grounds and playhouse.
Children are well catered for in the garden too.
Great fun on the Trampoline!.
Playing in garden.
The back of the house.
Fun in the pool.
Garden tunnel.
Relax in the lovely enclosed garden.
The garden in bloom.
La Maison D'Astier at Christmas.
The enclosed pool.
Classic vine.
Fantastic local produce.
The garden towards the Stable.
Canoeing for the whole family.
Canoeing just a short walk from the house.
Local beauty treatments.
Local patisserie.
Local playground.
Market at St.Astier.
Market with archway.
Olives at St.Astier.
Wonderful market produce.
St. Astier - a winter wonderland!.
The view of St Astier.
Family friendly local restaurants.
The local swimming beach.
The local swimming beach at La Jamaye.
A must to visit!.
Wine tasting en famille.
Riding ensemble in the local school.
St Astier mini golf.
St. Astier tennis courts.
Skiing at Mont Dore.
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