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Chez Almakepa

The Dordogne is a very beautiful place to visit and steeped in history either for a holiday or even if you are passing through to the south of France or Spain why not stop off and take in some local history and breathtaking views.
We are situated in the Dordogne about an hours drive from either Bergerac or Bordeaux airports in a small hamlet called Le Pacaud. We have 3 1/2 acres of land which looks out over fields and countryside We have 1 pigmy goat which we acquired with the property when we purchased it just over 3 years ago we also have our own chickens for fresh eggs daily.

We have done extensive renovation on the house and the land and recently have put in a swimming pool to cool down on those very hot summer days that we have here. We have an orchard and vegetable garden which provides us with all the fruit for our homemade jams and preserves, homemade fruit pies and crumbles. And of course fresh vegetables for dinner. If you come to stay with us during the fruit season you can try the delicious cherries, pears, apples & sharon fruits straight from the tree.

In parcoul just a few minutes walk up the road, we have a leisure/ water fun park called Le Paradou which has a man made beach, pedalos, bikes and lots of things for the children to do. As well as having a really nice bar for the adults to relax in, they have a very nice eating area (with very reasonable food prices), where you can take in the beautiful surroundings and know that the children are in a safe place. There is a Kyak and canoe centre 3km away. If you would like to travel further afield there is a beautiful marina and beach in Royan which is about an hour and a half's drive from where we are situated. Royan has a fabulous market and boat trips to the lighthouse as well as numerous seafood restaurants to enjoy.

We are local to 3 villages where you can purchase anything you require with lots of local produce wine, cheeses, french sticks etc. There are 2 cinemas in two of the local villages for something different to do while you're on holiday. The main town is about 15 minutes away. If you'd like to fish on holiday then Le Paradou can be the place for you as they have a large fishing lake, and permits etc could be arranged at time of booking.

We are about to stock our own small lake with fish. It is an ideal location for cycling/walkers and artists alike with the beautiful scenery and some outstanding historic buildings/churches. we can provide bike hire at very reasonable rates. When you arrive at your chosen airport you can either hire a car or alternatively we could arrange for your pick up/return. Our nearest airports are Bergerac and Bordeaux. Although from the UK you can fly into Limoge/Poitiers which are about 2 hours away. we do have secure parking, If you are travelling through to the far south of France/Spain then why not stay a night or two with us to break up your journey.

We provide a continental breakfast each morning that consists of fresh croissants, choc - o -pain and french stick or cereals with fresh orange juice, tea or coffee. We could provide a packed lunch on request. We can provide home cooked evening meals at a very reasonable rates, ie: 4 courses including wine and coffee for 14 euros a head for adults and children depending on age at a special rate