Chauffour - La Grange

This picturesque cluster of four charming gites with communal pool enjoys an ideal setting, nestling peacefully amongst sunflower fields and vineyards, yet it’s within a few minutes drive of several bistro-stuffed small towns and villages, and within around hour of great shopping and sightseeing in Bergerac, Bordeaux and Angouleme. There are many lake and river beaches nearby and the Atlantic coast resorts are within a couple of hours drive.

There are excellent walking and cycling paths nearby, plus a selection of bikes, bike seats and helmets provided for guest use. A canoe is also available and can be used on the river that skirts the property’s safely enclosed grounds, which is also a great spot for a swim. Although most guests find a favourite spot for splashing about in the gites’ communal swimming pool with its handy shaded gazebo.

Friendly owners, Malcolm and Jaqui Roffe live discreetly onsite with their own little ones and provide a wealth of information, thoughtful services and equipment to help families with young children enjoy as much relaxation as possible.

A long list of useful nursery gear (see fast facts column for breakdown) ensures that even packing for the trip can be stress-free, whilst the brilliant arrival night meal service, communal pizza nights (wood-fired) and Sunday lunches promise that even the chef in the family can be sure of a proper break. The pre-bookable massage and beauty therapy treatments are a brilliant for helping mums and dads unwind, whilst the CRB-checked babysitting service (pre-booking required) allows for a romantic night out.

The gites themselves have been carefully renovated and combine a wealth of original charm and features with comfortable modern furnishings and equipment.


Accommodation Overview:

La Grange is a charming three bedroom gite that can accommodate up to seven guests in two double bedrooms and a triple (set of bunks and single).

On the ground floor, the lounge is full of charm with exposed stone walls, an open fire place and double doors leading onto a own private terrace and garden, along with satellite TV, DVD and Video player.

The kitchen is ideal for self catering and comes fully equipped with dishwasher, oven, microwave and fridge/freezer. There are also laundry facilities in an adjacent utility room and a separate WC.

On the first floor there are two double bedrooms, each with room for a cot, and a triple with bunk bed set and a single bed. There is also a shower room and separate toilet on the first floor. A baby bath can be provided on request.

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Chauffour gites are set in a peaceful hamlet, surrounded by sunflower fields and vineyards near the border between the Charente and the Dordogne. They are within an hour of Bergerac and Angouleme, and just a little further from to Bordeaux and the unspoilt beaches of the Atlantic coast, as well as the green Perigord region to the east. The nearest villages, St Severin and Allemans, are within a few minutes drive and The bustling market town of Riberac, famed for its huge Friday market, is just 10 minutes away.

The River Dronne, which is around 1km from the property provides many opportunities for fishing and canoeing. It is even possible to canoe into nearby Aubeterre (5kms), which was recently voted one of France’s prettiest towns and has river swimming from a sandy beach, plus a bistro-lined square and a popular puppet theatre - great fun for adults and children alike!

Bordeaux, St. Emilion and Cognac are all within easy reach and famous for their wines and spirits. The very popular La Palmyra Zoo, Aqualand Waterpark and Futurescope are all within 1.5 – 2 hrs drive.

Getting There: The nearest airports are Angouleme or Bergerac (approx 60mins). Bordeaux is around 90mins away and Brive, Poiters, Limoges and La Rochelle approx. two hours away. St. Malo is the nearest ferry port at five hours drive.

Nearest Medical Services: GP is in the village of St.Severin - 3kms away or in Riberac – 10kms. Nearest A&E is Angouleme or Perigueux.

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Owner Profile

We are Malcolm and Jaqui Roffe with 2 children -Callum who is 12 and Maya who is 9. We moved to France and the Dordogne just over 3 years ago as we had always wanted to run gites or self catering accommodation and just thought if we didn't give it a go then we would always regret it. The children were then of an age that if we didn't do it then, we felt it would be too late for the children to integrate into the french way of life and pick up the language. So here we are and are loving the way of life that us and the children now have. We strive to provide an environment for families and groups of friends or families to have a lovely relaxing holiday in a beautiful setting but not far from all the essential amenities. Chauffour is very peaceful and due to the layout of the properties enables families to meet and become friends whilst away but also has enough space and private areas to get away from it all when you want it. With the garden and pool area fully enclosed children are safe to play in the garden whilst parents can enjoy a glass of wine on the terrace whilst tending the BBQ on the lovely warm evenings that we have. One family said it is lovely to give the younger children a feeling of independance but in a safe environment.

Our previous guests have all loved Chuaffour for different reasons - whether you like to join us for a natter and glass of beer or wine, enjoy the pizza evenings which are great for the kids - they can eat as much as they want and then go and play in the safety of the garden while the adults enjoy the rest of their meal in adult company. The pool area is lovely and offers a lovely decked area for all the sun lovers but even they can't resist a little snooze under the shade of the abri in the hammock! We're a real home from home and have most things that you can possibly need for your holiday and if there is anything you do need then we will endeavour to help provide it. We are ideally located to lots of attractions for great days out or you can just take a walk or bike ride right from the front door - the roads are lovely and quiet so it's ideal for the children to have a cycle. There are river and lake beaches a few minutes away that provide safe bathing for the children, cafes and much more.

The children love it because there is usually someone else for them to play with - from swimming races in the pool to cricket in the garden - Chauffour is very relaxed and has great space for children to run around, we have toys, games and dvds to amuse them but generally in past experience they all love being in the fresh air playing in the garden - hide and seek is a popular favourite and everybody is included from the toddlers up to the teenagers.