This French holiday rental gîte near the pretty town of Brantôme known as the Venice of the Perigord in the Dordogne offers you the opportunity to experience "La France reale". Situated in the ancient village of Lombraud you will feel you have stepped back in time once there. This small village is surrounded by fields and oak forests and offers you the opportunity of partaking in authentic French village life. Lombraud is ideally situated, being only three kilometres from the beautiful canal town of Brantôme in the Perigord Vert region. Brantôme is resplendent with cafes, an Benedictine Abbey founded in 769 by Charlemagne, the site also includes ancient subterranean caves. Each Friday, there is a local market which is popular with both locals and tourists from around the world. Lombraud is positioned perfectly for delightful touring of the Perigord Vert region. This region specialises in confit de canard, truffles and pate. The country side is beautiful and untouched, dotted with medieval villages and chateaux and numerous prehistoric sites. The medieval cathedral city of Périgueux is also only 30 minutes away.
The gite has been fully renovated and comprises of 3 bedrooms upstairs with wonderful views and a large living meals area with double French doors to the garden for alfresco living. The house is 250 years old and constructed of local stone with oak beams. The renovation has maintained much of the original with inclusion of modern comforts. Furnishing and decoration is in keeping with the traditional French Style. A car is available for use, rates negotiable but cheaper than car hire companies. There is an English speaking resident of the village who will handle hand-overs and any problems you may have or advice you may need.