Les Rubis

Just a short drive from the market town of Rouffignac, north of the Dordogne, is the brilliant holiday home Les Rubis, sleeping up to 18 guests in a unique house with two separate comfortable gites. With a dining room especially created for entertaining guests, this is the perfect house for a friends and family get together in this well loved region of France.The owners have restored this quirky home with a strong nod to its historical past with wood beamed ceilings, exposed stone walls and some antique furnishings, there are even century-old hedges which have been sculptured into hedges to sit on. The contemporary features contrast the character of the house perfectly with modern, new bathrooms, a home cinema room and a fantastic party space with a pizza oven and beer tap. The main house can sleep up to ten guests across five decent bedrooms whilst there are two separate gîtes, each with two bedrooms, allowing up to 18 guests to stay at Les Rubis. Outside the valley views from the glorious swimming pool are simply beautiful. Sunbathe on the poolside terrace with its newly added pergola, dine al-fresco or admire the stunning vistas from the balcony terrace. There’s a swing and slide for the children and lovely extensive gardens for all to enjoy. Drive down the road to nearby Rouffignac with its bakery, shops and a weekly market on a Sunday morning. You are surrounded by valleys, hills and woodland making it a lovely area for hiking plus there are mountain bike circuits to follow. Be sure to visit La Grotte de Rouffignac with 150 prehistoric cave paintings of mammoths. Other magical trips out should include sampling the delicious black truffle in the nearby city of Périgueux, heading east to the exquisite town of Sarlat or simply exploring some of France’s Plus Beaux Villages along the Dordogne such as La Roque Gageac, Beynac and Castelnaud-la-Chapelle, all within driving distance. Not forgetting the beautiful city of Bergerac with its unmissable Maisons de Vins. This is a fun and comfortable home in a great area for exploring this part of the Dordogne, a wonderful place for family and friends to get together in a relaxed, informal and beautiful setting. Features: House Interior Ground Floor - Kitchen overlooking cobbled courtyard - Glazed summer room with sofas and views. Doors leading to balcony terrace - Double bedroom with en-suite shower room - Separate WC - Separate Dining room/party room, accessed via stone archway from the entrance. Features bread and pizza oven, flat-screen TV and bar plus steps up to a platform with a long dining table and chairs First Floor - Home-cinema room - Four double bedrooms - Two shower rooms (including one with ‘Jack and Jill’ showers) 2 x Separate Gites Ground Floor - Open-plan kitchen-diner and living area First Floor (via steep stairs with some gaps and low beams) - Two double bedrooms - Shower room Outside Grounds - Private heated swimming pool (13mx7m) with safety alarm- Poolside pergola with loungers  - Shaded pergola for al-fresco dining - Balcony terrace - Extensive gardens - Swings and slide Facilities - Wi-Fi- Heating - Air-conditioning (in summer room, downstairs bedroom and dining room) - Satellite TV with some English channels - Pizza oven and beer tap - Home cinema room Location: The Dordogne is known as the valley of 1000 chateaux with endless pretty medieval villages, fine wines, truffles, local markets and spectacular valleys and rivers. The Dordogne river offers great kayaking, canoeing and unparalleled views of the countryside. Les Rubis is at the end of a tree lined lane in a tiny hamlet just a 3km drive from the village of Rouffignac where you will find a bakery, shops, supermarket and a weekly market on a Sunday. You are surrounded by valleys, hills and woodland making it a lovely area for hiking plus there are mountain bike circuits to follow. Be sure to visit La Grotte de Rouffignac with 150 prehistoric cave paintings of mammoths. The Dordogne region hosts a wealth of beautiful villages and towns, many of them classed as France’s Plus Beaux Villages such as pretty Saint-Amand-de-Coly, with the famous Lascaux caves nearby. To the north-west you have the sophisticated small city of Périgueux, famous for its amazing black truffles and to the south-east should visit Sarlat (32km) with its maze of medieval narrow streets, lovely squares and amazing restaurants. Not forgetting beautiful Bergerac to the south-west with its medieval architecture as well as the unmissable Maisons de Vins. Other magical day trips include beautiful Limeuil, where the Vézère river meets the Dordogne and you can paddle by the river beach or enjoy some fine views from Parc Limeuil after wandering through the delightful village. In addition, head to La Roque Gageac, Château de Beynac or Castelnaud-la-Chapelle for a remarkable day out in the Dordogne. The whole region is a true haven for nature and sport lovers alike offering a wide array of outdoor activities, from horse-back riding, to tennis, mountain-biking, golf and watersports, not to mention the number of hiking and fishing opportunities in the area. Kids will love the waterparks, visiting the Aquarium du Perigord Noir in Le Bugue, exploring prehistoric caves and historic castles or even a magnificent hot air balloon ride across the stunning region. The more adventurous may enjoy go-karting just south of Périgueux or tree-top activities in the forests near Sarlat. Terms & Conditions: ? €1500 charged to the client’s credit card prior to arrival. This will increase to €1750 if taking the cottage. 4.00 p.m. 10.00 a.m. Yes. Yes. Mid-stay linen change on Monday also included for stays of two weeks or more. No. Please note that published rates are only valid for the current year. Any bookings for subsequent years will be on request only and correct rates will be confirmed at the time of booking. High chairs and cots are available for hire at a cost of €25 per week (limited availability, to be pre-booked). Weddings, stag/hen parties and other celebrations are not permitted. A/C is only available in the summer room, downstairs bedroom and dining room. Saturday. Other days may be possible on request in mid-season (end of May-mid July & September, approximately) Yes and mid-stay clean on Monday included for stays of two weeks or more. However, guests are required to leave the accommodation clean, tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival. Any extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or garbage disposal required will be charged against the security deposit. Outside only. While passport and flight details are not legally required for entry into this country, the owner of the property has specifically requested that this information be provided in advance. This requirement is part of their internal check-in procedure and is necessary to facilitate your arrival and ensure a smooth start to your stay. Guests are required to be in possession of a valid insurance policy, which covers them for civil liability as well as cancellations, personal belongings, public liability and any accidental damage caused during their stay. A copy of this policy will be requested by the owner before arrival. 7 nights. Yes. Included in low season. From end of May to end of September, heating is on request and at a supplement. Included. Please note that like all heated pools, pool heating and water temperature are reliant on weather and outside temperatures. French Visitors Tax payable on booking confirmation (typically costs €2-€5 per adult per night). Exact cost will depend on number of adults travelling and duration, and will be advised at the time of booking. Yes.