Domaine De Bagatelle
Overview
Domaine de Bagatelle is an exceptional hilltop retreat centred around a grand courtyard, combining a 19th century mansion and a 18th century hunting lodge, 
surrounded by acres of immaculate private estate.
The interior design is lavish yet cosy in delicate shades of white and blue that complement the exposed stonework, creating bright and spacious interiors across fantastic dining and living spaces. Each benefits from four luxurious bedrooms in a family friendly mix of twin, double and bunk beds, as well as an extensive list of amenities including wide screen satellite TV’s, Bluetooth stereo and outdoor speakers.
The grounds are timeless in their grandeur, offering acres of expertly preened Aquitaine countryside that includes lawns, walled gardens, heated swimming pool, an arboretum, and two small lakes. There really is little you could want for when staying in such luxury, but you must be sure to explore the fantastic region that surrounds the property, where you’ll find exquisite restaurants, magnificent chateaux and endless tranquil countryside.
| Good news! This property is available as a Vill’otel |
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Yey! Wait… what is that? What’s included? |
What Oliver loves…
- A rare chance to stay in such a monumental historic mansion, recently renovated with stylish interior design.
- Acres of glorious private parkland that include a fantastic variety of features, from walled gardens and boules, to table tennis and the massive heated pool.
- The views from this secluded hilltop paradise never cease to amaze and will provide a memorable backdrop to care-free days at Domaine de Bagatelle.
What you should know…
- The light coloured decor may seem a concern with young children, but all furnishings are in fact easily washable.
- It takes a while to drive from the airport, but it's more than worth it when you finally arrive!
Property Features
The property is set in 175 acres of private land. Mainly mixed woodland and pasture. The gardens near the house are beautifully landscaped and include a boxwood parterre in the courtyard and a walled garden to the rear of the main house. At the back of the Pavillion is a beautiful terrace with a 35km uninterrupted view of rolling hills. The main driveway includes a recently planted avenue of lime trees and mature parkland with many beautiful specimen trees.
Each house has four bedrooms, in a family-friendly mix of twin, double and bunk beds; six of the eight complete with en suite facilities, the remaining two rooms sharing a bathroom and the privacy of their own wing.
Accommodation
Main House
Ground Floor
- Entrance Hall
- Drawing Room
- Snug room
- Butler’s Pantry
- Dining Room
- Kitchen/Breakfast Room
- Utility Room
- Cellar
First Floor
- Master Bedroom with bathroom en suite (Bath, shower and his and hers basins)
- Large Double bedroom with bathroom en suite (Bath and shower on top)
- Double bedroom
- Twin bedroom
- Shower room
Pavilion
Ground Floor
- Entrance Hall
- Open-plan Kitchen with dining area
- Sitting Room
- Walk-in larder
- Utility Room
First Floor
- Master bedroom with shower room en suite
- Double bedroom with bathroom en suite (Bath and shower on top)
- Twin bedroom with bathroom en suite (Bath and shower on top)
- Bedroom with bunk beds with shower room en suite
Large Private heated and gated swimming Pool
- 13m x 5m, 1.20m - 2m deep.
- Complimentary pool heating and pool opened between mid May and mid September.
- Outside these dates, pool heating available on request at extra cost of £190 per week and pool opening available on request at extra cost of £100 per week.
- Pool towels included.
- Pool cover (hard cover that is button operated).
Please note: The pool fence is a permanent one and it is lower than 1.5m.
Facilities
- Washing machine
- Tumble dryer
- Dishwasher
- Iron & Ironing Board
- Microwave
- Fridge/Freezer
- Ice cube machine
- Stand alone fans in each of the wardrobes
- WiFi
- Music system with Bluetooth connection for I-pod/I-phone
- Spare Bose docker system for use in any room
- Satellite TV (UK Channels)
- DVD player
- Private Parking
- Table tennis
- Boules areas
- Pool fence
- Two travel cots
- One wooden cot
- Two highchairs
- Pool house-Barbecue (Gas)
Location
About the surrounding area of Domaine De BagatelleLocal Amenities
- Supermarkets in Nontron 12km
- Brantome, The Venice of Perigord with the oldest clock tower in France, market (Friday), bakery and some great restaurants 15km
- Bourdeilles 25km
- Caves of Villars 30km
- Saint Jean de Cole 35km
- Angouleme 54km
- Rail Station Angoleme 50km
- Airports Limoges 80km
- Bergerac 93km
- Bordeaux 160km
| Local Amenities | |||
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| Nearest Airport |
Limoges
(71-80 km) |
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| Nearest Train Station |
Angouleme
(46-50 km) |
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| Nearest Village |
Saint Crepin de Richmont
(5 km) |
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| Nearest Town/City |
Brantome
(15 km) |
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| Nearest Restaurant |
Brantome
(15 km) |
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| Nearest Shop |
Brantome
(15 km) |
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| Nearest Bar/Pub |
Brantome
(15 km) |
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| Nearest Supermarket |
Brantome
(15 km) |
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| Nearest Golf |
Perigeux
(41-45 km) |
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Kids
Best Suited For: All Ages- Vast private grounds
- Swimming pool
- Table tennis
- Badminton
- Boules
- Playpen
- Soft baby play mat
Please note that cots, toys and other baby/kid equipment must be requested at the time of booking.
Baby and Toddler Equipment
- Mattress protector : 10 +
- Bath toys : x 5
- Stair gates : x 1
- Plastic crockery : 10 +
Kids Activities Close-by
- Canoeing/kayaking
- Playground : In Brantome
Onsite Facilities
- Table tennis
- Children's videos/DVDs
- Children's videos/DVDs
Extras
Oliver's Extras
- Chef/Cook Available
- Maid Service Included
- Property host
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With a vill’otel holiday, you can enjoy all these services throughout your stay: Interested? |
At Oliver’s Travels we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to babysitters we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team who will be happy to help.
- There is a French caretaker on site who is also the gardener and takes care of the maintenance and garden on change over days.
- Maid service provided (4 hours/week, 2 days /week). The cleaner speaks English and will greet the guests and hand over the keys on Saturdays.
- Cook service is available on request. Prior booking necessary. Payable locally.
- Half weekly sheet change and clean/refresh.
- Babysitting can be arranged on request.
- Welcome provisions.
Enjoy gourmet dining experiences with our new Chef Service!
We’re now offering our customers the chance to enjoy some unforgettable eats with our new Chef Service! Choose from booking a single sumptuous meal with a private chef for that special occasion, or hire a chef to cook your meals for all or part of your holiday - it’s as flexible as it is delicious.
A) Single Meal Service: A chef will travel to this villa and whip up a fantastic meal for you and your guests. The chef will arrive with all the necessary ingredients as well as the talent to turn them into something unforgettable. They’ll serve the meal and clear up afterwards - an easy and entertaining way to enjoy a top quality meal in your very own villa!
B) Full Chef Service: If you really want to kick back and relax, we can arrange for a chef to cater for the duration of your holiday (or part of it). With a range of options from simple family catering to full-on haute cuisine, we can organise a meal plan and a price to suit your needs. So why worry about self-catering when you can have everything taken care of?
Of course, before booking this service, we suggest you contact the property owner as they might already offer a similar cook or chef service in-house. To find out more simply visit www.oliverstravels.com/chefs.
| Security deposit | €1000 to be paid directly to the owner prior to arrival |
| Arrival time | After 4 PM |
| Departure time | Before 10 AM |
Terms & Conditions
| Security deposit | €1000 to be paid directly to the owner prior to arrival |
| Arrival time | After 4 PM |
| Departure time | Before 10 AM |
| Energy costs included? | Yes |
| Heating costs included? | Yes |
| End of stay cleaning included? | Yes |
| Linen & towels included? | Yes |
| Pets welcome? | No |
| Smoking Allowed? | No |
| Pool heating charge? | The pool is open mid May to mid September and heated free of charge. Outside this period, pool opening and heating are available on request at an extra cost of £100/week and £190 /week respectively. |
| Changeover day | Saturday |
| Minimum stay | 7 nights |
| Internet access? | A satellite Wi-Fi connection is available throughout the house. Guests are kindly asked to use it only for surfing and reading emails. |
Rental Rates
Prices below are based on an occupancy of 16 people.
| Rental period | 2 Nights | 3 Nights | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 23rd 2018 - May 12th 2018 | - | - | £4,260.00 |
| May 12th 2018 - June 30th 2018 | - | - | £6,923.00 |
| June 30th 2018 - September 1st 2018 | - | - | £7,988.00 |
| September 1st 2018 - September 22nd 2018 | - | - | £6,923.00 |
| September 22nd 2018 - December 22nd 2018 | - | - | £4,260.00 |
| December 22nd 2018 - January 5th 2019 | - | - | £6,923.00 |
| January 5th 2019 - May 11th 2019 | - | - | £4,260.00 |
| May 11th 2019 - June 29th 2019 | - | - | £6,923.00 |
| June 29th 2019 - August 31st 2019 | - | - | £7,988.00 |
| August 31st 2019 - September 21st 2019 | - | - | £6,923.00 |
| September 21st 2019 - October 25th 2019 | - | - | £4,260.00 |
Owners
Theo and Georgina
How long have you owned the property?
4 years
What was it about the property that you fir...
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Owners
Theo and Georgina
How long have you owned the property?
4 years
What was it about the property that you first fell in love with?
Theo's parents friends owned it as a child, he remembers loving the view and when it came onto the market he couldn't help himself!
Are there any interesting stories in its history?
In the early 2000's the previous owners tried to get permission to build a racetrack in it's grounds. Luckily this was turned down by the local planners but not before it became the subject of local and international interest, including being written about in the Telegraph.
Have you ever had any famous guests staying?
Not yet!
For anyone coming to stay is there anything in the surrounding area they should...
Really do? Go canooing on the Dronne in Brantome
Really eat? Foie Gras at the local michelin starred restaurant - Moulin du Roc in Champagnac de Belair
Really see? The grotte at Villars - underground limestone caves
Lastly, what insider tip would you pass on about the property or the area?
Go there to relax, live the French pace of life and spend time with your family
Region
Aquitaine’s reputation as a varied and enchanting destination is well-earned – whether you’re looking for relaxation or excitement, this beautiful part of south-western France is a feast for every one of the senses. To make sure you’re getting the very best of your holiday (and to clue you up if you’re thinking of going) check out our wonderful travel guide – it’s full of tips, info and the things you really shouldn’t miss when you visit unforgettable Aquitaine.