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Profitez Panoramas, piscine et Paradise! Nr St Emilion, à côté de l'ancienne abbaye

Présentation
Équipements
Conditions
Emplacement
Hôte

Exceptionnel

4 chambres3 salles de bain ou plus12 personnes250 m²

Équipements populaires

Sèche-linge
Bain à remous
Lave-linge
Parking disponible
Piscine
Cheminée

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Pujols, Nouvelle-Aquitaine

Château de Montaigne
‪21 min en voiture‬
Église monolithe de Saint-Émilion
‪23 min en voiture‬
Clocher de l'Église Monolithe
‪23 min en voiture‬
Bergerac (EGC-Bergerac-Périgord-Dordogne)
‪61 min en voiture‬

Chambres et lits

4 chambres (12 personnes)

Chambre 1

2 lits 1 place

Chambre 2

1 lit double

Chambre 3

1 très grand lit et 1 lit superposé (1 place)

Chambre 4

1 lit 1 place et 1 très grand lit

3 salles de bain, 1 WC avec lavabo

Salle de bain 1

Baignoire · Bidet · Toilettes · Douche uniquement

Salle de bain 2

Toilettes · Douche uniquement

Salle de bain 3

Baignoire ou douche · Toilettes

Salle de bain 4

Toilettes

Espaces

Terrasse en bois ou patio

Véranda ou lanai

Cuisine

Aire de jeux extérieure

Jardin

Salle à manger

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À propos de cet hébergement

Profitez Panoramas, piscine et Paradise! Nr St Emilion, à côté de l'ancienne abbaye

Bienvenue à cette belle, détendue Gite dans son cadre très spécial. Ici vous avez une vue imprenable vers le bas sur les vignes de balayage ci-dessous, et à travers la plaine Aquitaine en direction de St Emilion.

Réveillez-vous avec le soleil et ralenti jusqu'à la voie à l'épicerie du village pour le pain (4 mn). Profitez de votre croissant de la piscine et de planifier le déjeuner au charmant bistro de la place du village.

Ce soir, il y a une rose locale pour l'apéritif sur la terrasse inférieure, puis un barbecue sur la pelouse comme tout le monde se détend en vacances. . . . et devient alors à bout de souffle comme l'incroyable coucher de soleil révèle du point de vue particulier.

Oubliez votre montre, et que le carillon de l'abbaye a donné le ton.

Et au-delà aujourd'hui? Magnifiques promenades, vélo (4 vélos sont à vous d'utiliser) et l'exploration de base confortable. La rivière Dordogne est à seulement 5 km et la région est riche en château viticole (dégustations interminables!), Des villages idylliques, des villes historiques et de nombreuses activités locales (grottes, canoë, montgolfière, golf).

Le "Anciennes Ecole" est rempli de caractère traditionnel français, mais dispose d'équipements nouveaux et modernes (par exemple, 2 ensuites ajouté une nouvelle en 2016, des chambres rénovées, TV, DVD, WiFi, etc.). Il est également très privé, étant fermée et avec une cour fermée. Un jardin immense et randonnées étend descendre la colline.

Responsable de l’hébergement

Laurence Young

Langues parlées

Anglais et français

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Services et équipements

Piscine

Bain à remous

Cuisine

Lave-linge

Sèche-linge

Animaux de compagnie acceptés

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Piscine
Cuisine
Lave-linge
Espace extérieur

Règlement intérieur

Arrivée après 15 h 30

Départ avant 10 h 00

Enfants

Enfants autorisés : de 0 à 17 ans

Événements

Événements non autorisés

Animaux domestiques

Animaux de compagnie autorisés

Fumeurs/non-fumeurs

Hébergement non-fumeurs

Outside patios and poolside

Informations importantes

À savoir absolument

Cet hébergement est géré par un hôte privé (une partie n’agissant pas dans le cadre de son commerce, son entreprise ou sa profession). La législation européenne relative aux droits des consommateurs ne s’appliquera pas à votre réservation, y compris le droit de rétractation. Toutefois, la politique d’annulation définie par l’hôte privé couvrira votre réservation. Les articles 1100 à 1386-1 du Code civil français s’appliqueront. https://www.legifrance.gouv.fr/codes/id/LEGISCTA000032040794/

Des frais pour toute personne supplémentaire peuvent être facturés et dépendent de la politique de l'hébergement

Une pièce d'identité officielle avec photo et un dépôt de garantie en espèces, par carte de crédit ou par carte de débit, peuvent être demandés à l'arrivée pour couvrir tous frais imprévus

Les demandes spéciales, qui ne peuvent pas être garanties, sont soumises à disponibilité à l'arrivée et peuvent entraîner des frais supplémentaires

Les fêtes et les événements de groupe sont interdits

L'hôte a indiqué que l'hébergement était équipé d'un détecteur de monoxyde de carbone

L'hôte a indiqué que l'hébergement était équipé d'un détecteur de fumée

Cet hébergement comprend les dispositifs de sécurité suivants : un extincteur, une trousse de secours et un verrou de sûreté

Numéro d’enregistrement de l’hébergement : 3303814074681

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Conformément aux réglementations nationales, les transactions en espèces effectuées dans cet hébergement ne peuvent pas dépasser 1000 GBP. Pour plus d'informations, veuillez contacter l'hébergement aux coordonnées figurant dans la confirmation de réservation.

Une voiture est recommandée pour accéder à l'hébergement et se déplacer pendant le séjour

À propos du quartier

Pujols

Cette villa vous donne rendez-vous à Pujols, plus précisément en zone rurale. Profitez de votre séjour pour expérimenter de nouvelles activités aux célèbres Château Moulin de Peyronin et Château Beynat. Vous préférez le calme et la beauté des grands espaces ? Mettez plutôt le cap sur les magnifiques sites de Les Jardins de Sardy et Lac de Gurson. Participez aux balades à la découverte de la faune et aux séances d'observation des oiseaux proposés dans les environs afin d'admirer la faune majestueuse de la région.

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Pujols, Nouvelle-Aquitaine

À proximité

Château de Montaigne - 21 min en voiture - 13.7 km
Château Ausone - 22 min en voiture - 21.2 km
Église monolithe de Saint-Émilion - 23 min en voiture - 22.2 km
Clocher de l'Église Monolithe - 23 min en voiture - 22.2 km
Église collégiale de Saint-Émillion - 23 min en voiture - 22.6 km

Comment se déplacer

Gare de Castillon - 7 min en voiture
Aéroport de Bergerac-Périgord-Dordogne (EGC) - 56 min en voiture

Restaurants

‪La Taverne du Pelican - ‬6 min en voiture
‪La Plage - ‬6 min en voiture
‪Pinlou Eric - ‬7 min en voiture
‪Le Choix Funeraire Castillon la Bataille - ‬7 min en voiture
Les Soeurs Guingette

Foire aux questions

L'hébergement Profitez Panoramas, piscine et Paradise! Nr St Emilion, à côté de l'ancienne abbaye dispose-t-il d'une piscine ?

Oui, cet hébergement vous propose une piscine extérieure.

Les animaux domestiques sont-ils admis dans l'hébergement ?

Oui, les animaux de compagnie sont admis au sein de l'hébergement.

Quelle est l'heure d'arrivée à l'hébergement Profitez Panoramas, piscine et Paradise! Nr St Emilion, à côté de l'ancienne abbaye ?

Les arrivées sont prévues à partir de 15 h 30.

Quelle est l'heure de départ de l'hébergement Profitez Panoramas, piscine et Paradise! Nr St Emilion, à côté de l'ancienne abbaye ?

Le départ a lieu à 10 h 00.

Où se situe l'hébergement ?

Cette villa de Pujols qui ravira les familles se trouve en zone rurale, à 1,7 km de Château Moulin de Peyronin et à moins de 10 km de Château Beynat et Château Robin. Château Claud-Bellevue et Vignobles Bessineau sont également à 10 km de distance.

9,8

Exceptionnel

Les avis sont présentés par ordre chronologique, ils sont également soumis à une procédure de contrôle et vérifiés sauf indication contraire.

8,6/10

Propreté

10/10

Services et équipements

10/10

Infrastructures et conditions de l’hébergement

9,4/10

Arrivée

9,6/10

Communication

10/10

Emplacement

9,4/10

Exactitude de l’annonce

Cet avis a été envoyé avant 2018 et n’a pas été vérifié.

10/10 Excellent

Nick V.

7 août 2016

A great house with stunning views, heaven!

We wanted a relaxing base for a familly wedding, we got that and so much more! The house easilly accomodated the 9 of us and while the description could not be faulted, we also benefitted from the 2 brand new bathrooms which are a great addition. Arranging it all with Laurence was a breeze, he even accomodated us wanting to extend our stay by an extra day. Bread, cheese and a chilled bottle of wine were a lovely welcoming touch and much appreciated. Pujols is a lovely little village with some stunning views. The bells from the church next door provide the wake up call (7am), time for a short walk up the hill to pick up bread and croissants. The bells chime throughout the day ( no need for a watch!) but you quickly get used to them and they add to the charm. Getting everyone going before the heat of the day is also no bad thing! Lunch at Chez Sylvie is a must (so good we did it 3 times!), with a short stroll back down the hill and an afternoon next to the pool, the perfect lazy day! You need a car to explore the area but the roads are quiet and the supermarket only 10 minutes away. We got to see some of the area as part of the wedding celebrations, wine tasting in St Emillion and caneoing on the Dordogne, all just a short drive away. It is a lovely area and we want to come back and explore more. The Old School House is a perfect base and we would certainly stay there again.

Cet avis a été envoyé avant 2018 et n’a pas été vérifié.

10/10 Excellent

21 sept. 2014

Simply Stunning

The Old School House situated in Pujols just minutes from the Dordogne is simply stunning; sitting at the top of the hill with wonderful views of grape vines and woodland as far as the eye can see. This is an excellent choice for those looking for a peaceful haven away from the stresses of daily life. The eloquent property description of the old school house is spot on and can be trusted for its accuracy. The property is very well maintained, clean and welcoming. The kitchen in particular is extensively equipped with high quality goods in excellent condition. Having stayed in quite a few properties throughout France, we found it refreshing that this property was not too personalised by the owners. Whilst it was very homely you did not feel as though you were staying in someone elses home. This was evident too with the arms length but easy access to the owners - if you wanted it. Alot of thought and experience had been applied throughout the entire booking, arrival and post holiday period - the owners are very customer focused - quick to respond to enquiries and always professional. The instructions prepared for our arrival were clear and very helpful and with sound recommendations for local restaurants and places to visit. High spots of our holiday was the quality of the School House with a special note for the courtyard with the fabulous pool and covered eating area. Add to this the beautiful countryside and our holiday was simply stunning. We had a wonderful holiday and confidently recommend this property to others!

8/10 Bien

C M.

1 août 2022

Les points forts : Arrivée, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

Hillside high note.

This property has lots of character. The views are glorious especially the afternoon sunsets. The property was well catered for. We prefered this proximaty to St Emillion, in a quiter rural village. However it is just a quick drive and you are able to enjoy all the wonderful restaurants and wine estate for which St Emillion is famous for. Perfect for a family or family & friends for a relaxed holiday.

Séjour de 10 nuits en juillet 2022

10/10 Excellent

Douglass

17 oct. 2021

Les points forts : Propreté, équipements, infrastructures et conditions de l’hébergement et communication

Rustic old schoolhouse/farmhouse in great location. Has everything you need in a location with vineyards all around. Lovely Abbey next door with bells hourly (except during sleeping hours) - quaint and not too loud. On edge of town of Pujols - sleepy town with one nice restaurant. Beautiful views!! Owner communicates well. For an off the beaten path holiday, this was fantastic!!

Séjour de 7 nuits en septembre 2021

8/10 Bien

christelle l.

31 juil. 2021

Les points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

Vue exceptionnelle

Excellent séjour, la région est magnifique ! La maison a une belle déco, seul bémol la piscine n’est pas chauffée.

8/10 Bien

Katja E.

7 août 2020

Les points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

Picturesque family stay at the old schoolhouse

The house had lots of character and beautiful views from the top of the hill. It's right next to an old church which is worth visiting, but fair warning- the bells go off very loudly every morning at 7am and periodically throughou the day which wasn't super fun to discover. The village is full of charm and close to the larger Saint Emillion and Castillon, and there's a big supermarket nearby. We enjoyed the proximity to Lac de la Cadie which is great for swimming and picnics and only 3 euros for entry. The rooms at the house were spacious and the beds very comfortable, the kitchen was well equipped and the outdoor area was cosy and perfect for dinners. The swimming pool was enjoyable and the pool robot cleaner was a nice touch. It offers lots of privacy and space, and overall was a great place to relax, overlooking all the vineyards and chateaux. We were pleased to find that there were automatic hand sanitising dispensers provided as well. Only minor drawback was the amount of cowbebs and insects in the house when we arrived- the house was generally clean but hadn't been dusted probably since the last guests stayed. We recommend bringing plug ins or citronella candles to help ward off the mosquitoes and critters!

Séjour de 5 nuits en juillet 2020

10/10 Excellent

claire r.

4 juin 2019

Wonderful

We thoroughly enjoyed our visit to Pujols and our stay at the Old Schoolhouse. The westward evening views over the bucolic countryside to the sunsets were truly divine. On those few evenings when the weather did not allow us to enjoy the garden, we found cozy solace from the wood burning stove in the living room, accompanied by a glass (or two) of the local wine. Laurence and his onsite team were great! Highly recommend.

Séjour de 15 nuits en mai 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sam F.

1 oct. 2018

An amazing place to stay! Beautiful views, fantastic pool, great village

Séjour de 6 nuits en juin 2018

10/10 Excellent

Graham R.

14 sept. 2018

Perfect, charming setting for family reunion!

Our family lives all over the world so each year we meet up for our annual get together... this year in the beautiful surroundings of The Old School House. A quaint, idyllic setting like something out of a provincial movie, we had a truly fantastic time in this unique property (with views of surrounding vineyards and sunflower fields)!! Bike rides, wine tasting, canoeing, peaceful walks and lots of food were among the activities we enjoyed. Would recommend!

10/10 Excellent

Victoria H.

2 juin 2018

True French character, great for larger groups and families, excellent pool

We've just returned from a stay here in Pujols, and really enjoyed this property. It has plenty of space for up to 10 people - would be ideal for a couple of families holidaying together. There were 6 of us and we wanted 4 bedrooms and there was ample space here. Parking was very easy outside the property (car absolutely essential), and easy to access with very good communication from the owner. It had everything we needed for our stay, beds were clean and comfortable, good sized kitchen. Yes, it is next to the Abbey, which means that you have stunning views but also that you are woken at 7am with the ringing of the bells (didn't bother us, but you do need to be aware that they ring every hour up to about 10pm). The pool was excellent, a good size - a bit cold for me, but the kids were hardy and used it every day, even though the May weather was very changeable and we had some impressive thunderstorms. The village is very, very quiet- has a good shop and local restaurant but only open during the day mon-fri. Pujols is a good base for exploring the region, but you do need to get out and about if the weather is dodgy. We explored St Emilion, Bordeaux, Bergerac, Eymet and visited a couple of Chateau's (Chateau de Bridoire was a favourite of the kids). All we would have liked would have been more sunshine - but hey, you can't guarantee that in May.

Séjour de 7 nuits en mai 2018

Cet avis a été envoyé avant 2018 et n’a pas été vérifié.

10/10 Excellent

K M.

3 sept. 2017

Beautiful house in peaceful & stunning location

This is a one of a kind property! A beautiful old schoolhouse full of charm and character with simply stunning views. We actually couldn't believe how spectacular the sunsets were! The house was extremely comfortable and the kitchen well equipped. The two rooms off the pool that were recently refurbished were really lovely with great bathrooms/showers. There was nothing nicer than opening the wooden shutters in the morning and looking down over the vineyards. Followed by a stroll up to the local shop where Didier had taken our order for fresh croissants for our stay. We spent many happy days by the pool and evenings on the terrace. Laurence was extremely helpful providing information in advance and during our stay. We had lunch twice at Chez Sylvie in the village which was delicious (go for the menu du jour) La Mounan in Castillion was a great spot for dinner. We also enjoyed a fabulous long lunch in La Poudette on our last day where the owners couldn't have been more accommodating. We were spoiled for choice in terms of Chateaux nearby and of course St Emillion. Highlights for the kids (aside from the fabulous pool) were kayaking on the Dordogne from Pessac. They also loved doing the tour of the underground monolithic church in St Emillion. And they enjoyed swimming (and trampolining) at Lac de la Cadie for a change of scenery. There is a brilliant supermarket just 15 minutes away in Castillion. And of course fabulous markets. We went to a night market in Blassimon on the recommendation of Jan the caretaker (thank you!) which was amazing fun. I loved that it was so quiet and peaceful (you get used to the bells!) and you could be as active or not as you choose. If you are looking for an authentic, beautiful and relaxing holiday then this is the place for you.

Cet avis a été envoyé avant 2018 et n’a pas été vérifié.

10/10 Excellent

richard h., london

10 mai 2017

Beautiful House with stunning views

The Old School House is a beautiful house in a charming village (we loved getting Fresh bread daily and eating in Sophie's) the house has a lovely feel with extremely comfortable beds, a beautiful swimming pool and stunning views from its elevated position. We definitely plan to return! (Also owner extremely helpful and friendly providing lots of useful information)

Cet avis a été envoyé avant 2018 et n’a pas été vérifié.

10/10 Excellent

sarah h.

6 janv. 2016

Absolutely lovely

we stayed here for a week in August and it was a lovely experience for all of us - peaceful and relaxing. The house and courtyard have been beautifully restored and are tasteful and comfortable spaces to spend time in. We were reluctant to move from there and when we did we didn't venture too far but highly recommend Chez Sylvie in the village for lunch and the local lake for a change of scene and a swim. Down the hill is La Poudette where we had two of the most stunning meals, particularly lunch in the garden - the hostess, Sophie (I think), is friendly and helpful and the food is superb. Back to the house: Laurence is so easy to deal with and patient with all enquiries. Some guests have mentioned the abbey bells and we would like it on record that they are a wonderful, mellow and atmospheric aural backdrop to a very special place. It wouldn't be the same without the bells!! Thank you Laurence, we hope to return soon.

Cet avis a été envoyé avant 2018 et n’a pas été vérifié.

10/10 Excellent

Alun O., Liverpool

25 oct. 2015

Enjoyable location & villa for a family holiday

5 adults, 1 child & 2 Bulldogs had a very enjoyable stay at The Old School House. The pool was chilly as it was late September but still used most days. The villa had everything we needed. Laurence was very helpful & full of information about the area. The views from the windows were really good & great sunsets. The village was very pleasant as were all the local people. Plenty to see & do in the area. Excellent & relaxing holiday.

Cet avis a été envoyé avant 2018 et n’a pas été vérifié.

10/10 Excellent

Sharon M.

31 août 2015

Beautifully done in a perfect setting

We absolutely loved this place. The owner Laurence was extremely accommodating of our last minute booking and provided lots of information on the house and the area. He also opened the pool early for us because the weather was so good! The house has been done beautifully with a big living room and bedroom. The kitchen has everything you need and we even had a chilled bottle of white wine waiting for us when we arrived. The surrounding vineyards and Abbey make for a stunning setting and with the elevated position, you see some amazing sunsets. We sat in the garden and enjoyed some sundowners. The shop is just a few minutes down the road by foot and so perfect for picking up your morning baguette and croissants. Hopefully we will get the chance to stay here again.

Cet avis a été envoyé avant 2018 et n’a pas été vérifié.

10/10 Excellent

Sarah T.

29 août 2015

Lovely Old Schoolhouse

Just back from a lovely fortnight spent staying at the lovely Old Schoolhouse. The property has bags of character and has a homely feel as opposed to a typical holiday let. We arrived late on the Saturday night, after the local supermarket closed, and we were very grateful for the provisions that had been left for us that saw us comfortably through to morning! The house has lots of rustic French charm, and the bedrooms are comfortable and cool. The kitchen is really well equipped and although the bathroom is a little dated, is perfectly acceptable. The pool area and covered cloister area are great and we spent a lot of time relaxing and dining here. The Abbey is near the property and you do hear the bells, but it wasn't a problem for us, and certainly wouldn't put us off booking again! Pujols is a sleepy village, the local restaurant Chez Sylvie is worth a visit, although mainly open for lunch only. La Poudette at the bottom of the hill was a real treat, the food was fantastic! I would definitely recommend St Emillion for a visit, although, as long as you can manage the c. 1/2 mile walk uphill, I would suggest parking at the train station just in the right hand side on the way in and walking up as it can get extremely busy and tricky to negotiate by car! The owner was really helpful and there are plenty if handy notes covering all aspects of the house and staying there. We hope to return soon to this lovely property.

Cet avis a été envoyé avant 2018 et n’a pas été vérifié.

10/10 Excellent

Samantha P.

20 juin 2015

Perfect Setting for a relaxing holiday

We have had the most relaxing time at the Old School House. The setting is stunning and the views over the Dordogne are mesmerising. The house is perfect, it has everything you could need and more! We took 2 dogs with us and the enclosed pool area was perfect for them with a great shaded area. The owner couldn't have been more helpful with all our questions before, on arrival and also during our stay and was always prompt with their replies. I have stayed in many self-catering villa's/ apartments over the years and this one comes out on top. Thank you for making our holiday a very special one to remember.

Cet avis a été envoyé avant 2018 et n’a pas été vérifié.

10/10 Excellent

Martin E.

10 avr. 2015

Lovely relaxed holiday

We cannot recommend this property or the owner enough...beautiful house and pool - well maintained and in a charming French rural village. We stayed for 2 weeks and had a great, relaxing, interesting, delicious time! The owner answered questions by email and provided lots of info before we arrived. The house was extremely clean and comprehensively equipped. A genuine old school house with some quirky features and an immaculate new pool area. We went in October and couldn't believe the weather - perhaps we were lucky!

Cet avis a été envoyé avant 2018 et n’a pas été vérifié.

10/10 Excellent

18 oct. 2014

The Old Schoolhouse

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at The Old Schoolhouse in Pujols. The owners were very helpful and full of information in advance of our stay which helped us to prepare, especially as we had an 8 month old baby in tow! The house was fully equipped with everything you could possibly want including cot, high chair and bath for our baby. The reason for our stay in the area was a wedding and the Old Schoolhouse was right next door to the beautiful Eglise Notre Dame where the wedding ceremony was held - very convenient. Overall, this was an excellent place to relax and enjoy and we hope to return someday.

Qui vous reçoit ?

Vous êtes reçu par Laurence Young

We live on the West Coast of Scotland among the mountains and beside the loch. It's a sensational location - but sometimes we find it a little wet and cold. The climate, culture and style of the south of France is compelling! As a family of 7 (youngest is 14 and oldest is 28), our French home needed to fulfill a wide range of criteria, and The Old School House hit the spot. - it's large and spacious, and seems to always expand to take more family and friends. - there is lots to explore, to do and to see right on the doorstep. jogging and cycling is fantastic - there is night life in towns, not too far away - the property has two old classrooms, yet to be refurbished (another project in the wings)!

Pourquoi avoir choisi cet hébergement ?

Having spent some time holidaying in different locations around the South of France, we decided we would like a base of our own. The Gironde was our instinctive target: we love the rolling countryside and the beauty of the vineyards and the villages. It has a remote, unspoilt charm and is "real" - the whole area is deeply agricultural and the land is worked. The wide range of majestic wines are an attraction (there are remarkable bargains to be had), plus the fabulous local ingredients and good food all around. Importantly, it's also so easy to get to. A quick drive from Bordeaux airport with so many low-cost flights, and the option of Bergerac, too. Plus, public transport to the door if we want it. Simply a wonderful location!

Quels sont les atouts de cet hébergement ?

This is a very special location, and the pictures show how we are endlessly mesmerised by the views, the panoramas from the windows and the wonders created by this elevated position. It's also a great pleasure being in a home with age and character; there are many features of the Ancienne Ecole that remain and this building clearly played an important part in the village during the 1900's. Whilst the sensation is that the house sits amongst the vineyards, the village is just on the doorstep and being able to walk to the bakery is a fundamental part of each day. Then there is something magical about having the old Abbey next door, and waking to the gentle chimes of ancient bells . . . .