Charming Maison de Compagne

Set in the rural beauty of the Limousin département, this delightful and cosy traditional townhouse in the sleepy village of Dompierre-Les-Églises is the perfect peaceful getaway. Relax, unwind and drink in the fresh air and serenity of this rural area. The townhouse is a mixture of rustic charm and modern convenience with a beautiful, detached spacious garden, complete with idyllic country views. Enjoy both long retreats or shorter stays here on your onward journey through South-West France.

This welcoming and beautifully restored, characterful townhouse is a self-catering accommodation, fully-equipped for both indoor dining and alfresco feasting. Children can enjoy hide and seek amongst the trees in this detached and fully-fenced large space for big imaginations. Enjoy delicious cherries, plums and pears from the garden depending on the changing seasons. Savour the sun as it sets behind the rolling hills, whilst cows amble meditatively across the fields before nightfall. Lose yourself in the great expanse of the night sky, stargazing in calm stillness.

The ground floor is tastefully tiled with a country-style kitchen at the far end and a homely dining space (table seating six) and living area to the front. Lovely oak beams can be found throughout. The leather sofa opens into a comfortable double bed. The house is heated by a large log burner (wood supplied in the barn, a two-minute walk away).

An open wooden staircase leads to the first floor where you will find the main double bedroom with traditional shutters and windows overlooking the countryside and a large wardrobe with plenty of storage for clothes. Sleep, rest and relax in the sumptuously crafted sleigh double bed. The bathroom with shower, basin and WC is also located on the first floor. Additional living and sleeping space can be found up a further flight of stairs to the attic room, also containing a desk space. Here, the sofa bed opens up to sleep two people. Please be aware though that there is restricted head room in the attic.

We are based in England and local arrangements have been made for you to collect and return keys to the house.

Dompierre-Les-Églises enjoys simple, wonderful countryside and there are a number of local routes that can be walked and cycled. A mobile boulangerie visits regularly, where you can immerse yourself in village life. There are fishing spots, a historic church and a small local park with play equipment. The nearest town, Magnac Laval, is approximately a ten minute drive away. Here you can find banks, supermarkets, restaurant, a doctor's surgery, pharmacy, cafés and a tourist information office. The surrounding Limousin towns of Bellac, La Souterraine and Le Dorat are also well worth exploring. Limoges, the capital of Limousin is just 45-minutes by car to the South and has the nearest airport.

Dompierre-Les-Églises is within easy access of a variety of lakes; choose from tranquil and relaxing to a range of activities and water-sports, a great day out for both adults and children alike.

Driving is essential and cars can easily be rented at Limoges airport. There is a weekly bus from nearby Magnac Laval to Limoges and a regular train service to Limoges from Le Dorat.

Common to some French houses, the garden is located a short two-minute walk away from the house. Plenty of hot water is available in the house along with a front-loading washing machine, microwave and large fridge-freezer. Digital TV (with satellite free-to-air English channels) is also provided.

We hope you have a lovely stay.