La Roussie — 17th-Century Dordogne Farmhouse with Heated Pool & Views near Bergerac
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- Private heated 11m x 5m pool
- Panoramic countryside views
- 17th-century farmhouse
- Shaded outdoor dining
- Large mature gardens
- Table tennis & boules
- Fibre broadband
- Walk to café-bar
La Roussie is a characterful 17th-century Dordogne farmhouse with a private heated pool, beautiful gardens and panoramic countryside views, within walking distance of a village café-bar.
Once a walnut farm, La Roussie has been thoughtfully restored while retaining many of its original features, including exposed stone walls, oak beams and two impressive fireplaces, one in the living room and another in the kitchen.
The large mature garden enjoys wonderful views across the Dordogne countryside, with terraces around the house offering sunny and shaded places to relax throughout the day. A characterful pigeonnier pool house overlooks the secluded pool terrace.
The nearest café-bar, La Licorne, is just a 1 km walk away in the village of Lusignac and hosts regular live music evenings.
The nearest restaurant, L’Escalier, is 6 km away at Saint-Martial-Viveyrol. Other nearby towns and villages include Verteillac, 7 km; Ribérac, 11 km; Aubeterre-sur-Dronne, 15 km; Brantôme, 37 km; and Périgueux, 45 km.
Ribérac has a wonderful Friday market, together with shops, supermarkets, bakeries, butchers and banks. Brantôme is well worth visiting for its abbey, attractive riverside setting and canoeing, while Aubeterre-sur-Dronne is known for its monolithic church, picturesque lanes, château and canoeing. Restaurants can be found in all of these popular towns and villages.
For more information about places to visit and things to do nearby, please see the Local Area tab.
Living room
A comfortable sofa and armchairs are arranged around the original open fireplace, surrounded by exposed stone walls and an oak-beamed ceiling.
Kitchen
Characterful country kitchen with a farmhouse dining table and a wonderful original fireplace.
Facilities include a dishwasher, freezer, refrigerator, large electric oven, 6-ring gas hob, kettle, toaster and cafetière.
Utility area
Washing machine, iron, ironing board, vacuum cleaner and an additional drinks fridge.
There is direct access from the utility area to the pool terrace and two shaded outdoor seating areas.
Dining
Inside, the farmhouse table in the kitchen seats up to 10 guests.
Outside, there are two separate shaded dining and seating areas, both easily accessible from the kitchen.
Bedrooms
Sleeps a maximum of 9 guests across 4 bedrooms, ideally up to 6 adults plus children.
All bedrooms have fans and hairdryers are provided.
The bedrooms are individually decorated and retain many character features of the original building, including exposed stone walls and beams.
Bedroom 1
King-size bed (150 cm x 200 cm) and a single sleigh bed (80 cm x 195 cm), suitable for a small child sleeping in the same room.
Located on the upper floor and accessed by the spiral staircase. Bedroom 1 has an adjoining door to Bedroom 2, with access to the two bedrooms available via two different staircases.
Bedroom 2
King-size bed (170 cm x 200 cm), which can be arranged as two single beds.
Located on the upper floor and accessed by a wooden staircase. Bedroom 2 has an adjoining door to Bedroom 1, with access to the two bedrooms available via two different staircases.
Bedroom 3
King-size bed (160 cm x 200 cm), which can be arranged as two single beds.
Located on the top floor and accessed by the spiral staircase.
Bedroom 4
Three single beds: two measuring 100 cm x 180 cm and a sleigh bed measuring 80 cm x 195 cm.
Located on the top floor above Bedroom 2. This room is ideally suited to children.
Bathrooms and shower rooms
Upper floor
Bathroom 1 – Bath, separate walk-in shower enclosure, twin washbasins and WC. Shared by Bedrooms 1 and 3.
Shower room 2 – Shower enclosure, washbasin and WC. Shared by Bedrooms 2 and 4.
Ground floor
Shower room 3 – Shower enclosure, washbasin and WC, situated close to the double French doors and covered terrace beside the pool.
Child and baby facilities
2 cots with linen, 2 high chairs and a stair gate are available on request.
Cleaning, towels and linen
Bed linen, bath towels and pool towels are provided.
A complimentary additional supply of bed linen and bath towels is provided for bookings of 2 weeks or more.
Private heated swimming pool
The private heated 11m x 5m chlorine pool has a depth of 1m to 2.5m and is protected by an alarm.
The pool is surrounded by a secluded stone terrace with 8 loungers/sunbeds, a parasol and an abri providing plenty of shade. There is also a ‘Bali’ house where guests can relax.
Please note that weather conditions affect pool heating, so a specific water temperature cannot be guaranteed.
Outside and the garden
The large mature garden has two extensive terraces and beautiful views across the surrounding Dordogne countryside.
There is plenty of outdoor furniture for dining and relaxing, together with a large charcoal BBQ.
A boules court and table tennis provide entertainment for all ages.
There is easy access from all areas of the ground floor to the terraces and swimming pool.
Private driveway with parking area.
Further information about local activities, places to visit and events can be found in the Local Area tab.
Travel
Airports
- Bergerac – 75 km (approximately 1 hour 10 minutes)
- Bordeaux – 128 km (approximately 1 hour 45 minutes)
- Limoges – 110 km (approximately 1 hour 45 minutes)
- Brive – 140 km (approximately 1 hour 45 minutes)
Train
- Périgueux – 45 km (Paris line)
- Bergerac – 60 km (Bordeaux line)
- Bordeaux Saint-Jean – 124 km (TGV)
Car
Approximate driving distances from northern French ferry ports:
- Calais – 490 miles
- Le Havre – 374 miles
The use of a car is essential. For car hire and practical travel information, see our Car Hire & Travel Guide.
| Dates | Price for 7 nights from | ||||||||||
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| 29 Aug 2026 - 25 Sep 2026 | £2,005.00 | ||||||||||
| 29 May 2027 - 25 Jun 2027 | £2,015.00 | ||||||||||
| 26 Jun 2027 - 16 Jul 2027 | £2,515.00 | ||||||||||
| 17 Jul 2027 - 23 Jul 2027 | £3,360.00 | ||||||||||
| 24 Jul 2027 - 20 Aug 2027 | £4,148.00 | ||||||||||
| 21 Aug 2027 - 27 Aug 2027 | £3,675.00 | ||||||||||
| 28 Aug 2027 - 01 Oct 2027 | £2,105.00 | ||||||||||
Changeover Day
Saturday during the peak season.
Reservation Information
Book direct with confidence: Every property is personally selected and its ownership verified by us.
No booking fee.
A 25% deposit secures a reservation, with the balance payable 8 weeks before rental commencement.
A £500 security bond is pre-authorised against a credit card 7–10 days before arrival and released after departure, subject to a satisfactory inspection.
Our full booking terms and conditions can be viewed here.
Included in the Price
Bed linen, bath towels and pool towels are provided.
A complimentary additional supply of bed linen and bath towels is provided for bookings of 2 weeks or more.
Pool heating is included for all dates.
Additional Charges
Taxe de Séjour (Tourism Tax): £1.65 (€1.90) per adult, per night (2025 rate), payable with the balance.
Firewood is available at €50 per week, payable locally in cash.
Please note: Charging electric vehicles from the property’s electricity supply is not permitted.
Arrival: from 4pm. Departure: by 10am.
What to do locally near Ribérac in the Dordogne
La Roussie is surrounded by peaceful Dordogne countryside, with attractive villages, traditional markets, restaurants, walking, canoeing and historic towns all within easy reach.
Lusignac
The nearest café-bar-restaurant is in the small historic village of Lusignac. It is approximately 1.2 km away by a gentle 15-minute walk along country lanes, or around 1 km using the more direct route.
Verteillac
Verteillac is approximately 7 km away and has shops, places to eat and public tennis courts. The village also hosts events and night markets during the summer.
Ribérac
Ribérac is approximately 11 km away and is the main local town for shops and services.
Its renowned Friday market is one of the largest and most popular in the area, with stalls selling local produce, antiques, soap, jewellery, pottery, linen, vintage clothing and much more. There is also a smaller farmers’ market on Tuesday mornings.
The town has supermarkets, bakeries, banks, pharmacies, medical and dental facilities, a cinema and public tennis courts.
Canoes and kayaks can be hired locally for exploring the River Dronne for a few hours or a full day. Take a picnic and enjoy the peaceful countryside and wildlife along the river.
Ribérac also hosts a variety of musical events during the summer, including classical, jazz, blues, rock and folk performances.
There are plenty of opportunities for walking in and around Ribérac, together with a fascinating circuit of Romanesque churches throughout the surrounding countryside.
Aubeterre-sur-Dronne
Aubeterre-sur-Dronne is approximately 15 km away and is one of the most attractive villages in the area.
Its narrow lanes, old stone buildings and elevated château create a beautiful setting above the River Dronne. The village is particularly well known for its remarkable underground monolithic church.
Canoeing and kayaking are also popular here, with the River Dronne providing an enjoyable way to explore the surrounding countryside.
Brantôme and Bourdeilles
Brantôme is approximately 37 km away and is well worth a visit for its historic abbey, attractive riverside buildings, restaurants and canoeing.
Nearby Bourdeilles is another picturesque historic village and makes an enjoyable addition to a day exploring this part of the Dordogne.
Périgueux
Périgueux, approximately 45 km away, is the capital of the Dordogne and is well worth a day trip.
The historic centre has cobbled streets, attractive squares and impressive architecture, including the cathedral. There are markets on Wednesday and Saturday, as well as museums covering the area’s Roman and regional history.
Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux, Cognac and Jarnac
The famous wine town of Saint-Émilion and the city of Bordeaux can both be reached for a longer day out and are approximately 1½ hours away by car.
Wine tours and tastings can be arranged for guests interested in discovering more about the wines of the region.
Cognac and Jarnac are also within reach for a day trip and offer the opportunity to explore the area famous for the production of Cognac.
Markets, brocantes and summer events
Throughout the summer, nearby towns and villages host brocantes and vide-greniers, where you can browse antiques, collectables and second-hand treasures.
Local summer fêtes often include food, music and fireworks, providing a great opportunity to experience traditional village life in rural France.
Walking, cycling and nature
The surrounding countryside is ideal for walking and cycling, with quiet lanes, woodland and rolling farmland throughout the Ribérac area.
The Dordogne is also renowned for its wildlife, mushrooms and beautiful rural landscapes, which have long attracted artists and photographers.
Grand Étang de La Jemaye
Approximately 23 km away, the Grand Étang de La Jemaye is a large lake surrounded by woodland.
There is a man-made sandy beach, canoeing, walking and cycling trails, together with places to eat, making it a popular destination for a family day out.
Golf
There are two golf courses within approximately 15 and 25 minutes of La Roussie.
Scenic flights and ballooning
For a different view of the Dordogne countryside, scenic flights in small aircraft are available from the flying club at Périgueux.
Hot-air balloon flights may also be available in the region.
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What a place this is. Am idyllic setting which i explored on some slow runs. The house is full of beautiful things and lovely touches.
Thank you for a perfect week.
What a rare treat it has been to spend such a very special week with the family and such surroundings. Michael and Sheila have been particularly welcoming hosts and so kind. We had the best week and it was just what we needed – the weather has been perfect too!
Thank you so much.
Our first time to La Roussie and we will be sure to be back. The most wonderful break in the most wonderful villa. The whole family had a pretty difficult first half of this year and this is what we all needed. Sheila and Michael are the most helpful and kind hosts and couldn’t make our stay any more comfortable.
A real gem of a place and never forgotten.
Thank you and we see you again for sure!!
Thank you so much for being so accommodating on yet another amazing holiday. Your home has become one of our favourite places and we never want to leave!
This place will always hold a very special place in all of our hearts and we all hope to be returning sooner rather than later.
Thank you so much again for being the amazing and welcoming hosts!
Having regret only staying one week last year we were delighted to return for two weeks this time. We all so love your house, hospitality and all the wonderful recommendations.
Again we have made some lovely memories enjoying all the area has to offer, even some very hot weather this time. Two weeks with no rain and 30-40 deg’ temps, you really appreciate the old thick walls.
We look forward to coming again soon!
We have had a great 3 weeks here, with all the varieties of weather this part of France offers.
Sheila and Mike are generous and helpful hosts, it makes a change to arrive and find a welcome basket and were lovely neighbours as well.
Hoping guests who follow have a good time as we did.
This house is very special to our family We first visited in 2014 and returned every year since. We have enjoyed our week at La Roussie.
Michael and Sheila continue to be fantastic hosts – our kids so enjoy their company. This week we have enjoyed trips to nearby towns and villages and we even managed a few swims in the pool.
Until next time thank you.
Stunning house, perfect holiday.
Quite simply the most beautiful house I’ve ever stayed in during my 33 years of visiting the Dordogne. It’s like something from a novel in terms of serenity and decor. Michael and Sheila were perfect hosts and very generous. If I could give it 6 stars, I would. Hugo, Lara & four little ones. X
What a wonderful week we’ve had in this beautiful house! Thank you so much Sheila and Michael for making us feel so welcome and the brilliant tips on places to visit/restaurants (especially with 5 lively children). We particularly enjoyed our day in Boreille and Brantome. Though it was hard to leave this lovely house and of course the pool and it’s beautiful surroundings.
We hope to be back one day.
Thank you Sheila and Michael for sharing your beautiful home with is, we have had a wonderful family holiday making memories to last a lifetime. We will miss waking up at La Roussie. Sheila and Michael are prefect hosts. Like to thin we will be back very soon. Thank you so much!
Family Holiday.
Hosts were very helpful and informative, a genuinely lovely couple. Stayed in the area due to a family wedding. Car rental essential especially to take advantage of the markets, bakeries and restaurants in the area and ease of travel from airport. Michael was always on hand with recommendations.
Beautiful French Farmhouse – perfect holiday.
We had an amazing holiday at La Roussie – it was absolutely perfect! The house has been beautifully renovated over many years and is incredibly well furnished and equipped. Sheila and Michael had thought of everything including a beautiful pool, plenty of shade for those who needed it and several places to eat, depending on the time of day.
We particularly liked breakfast on the patio with the lovely views, lazing with a book under the Bali hut and enjoying a glass of wine in the shade by the pool…
We visited lots of interesting places including Brantome (canoeing), Perigeaux (shopping), Bourdeilles (architecture and castle), Aubeterre (underground church) and Bordeaux. Sheila and Michael were the perfect hosts, so kind and thoughtful. They also helped organise a caterer (Louise) to cook a fabulous birthday meal one evening and Michael was on hand to provide expert wine advice! Thank you again for letting us spend time in La Roussie – we will definitely return.
A holiday home to create the best memories.
How we love a road trip through France, especially with a villa holiday at the end of it. This one had been planned for about 3 months, so plenty of time to build the anticipation. La Roussie ticked all of the boxes: pool, barbecue, authentic French architecture and attractive decor, without be too ‘rustic’. Michael and Sheila are great hosts and were on hand to make our arrival and access easy, with a warm and friendly welcome.
The villa has a very well equipped kitchen, leading out to an al fresco dining area by the pool. We liked that there were several outside dining spaces, including a covered one for any weather. There is also a sizeable but cozy dining table in the kitchen if the weather is too inclement. Michael and Sheila live in the neighbouring property so were on hand if we needed anything but the villa and pool were otherwise private and secluded enough that we were able to enjoy our own space. The layout of the bedrooms would probably best suit two couples with children but we were spoilt just the two of us.
Be prepared to drive anywhere for supplies or dining out, as there is not much in Lusignac itself but most neighbouring towns were within 10 mins and had pretty much everything. Lusignac does have a small cafe/restaurant but we never found it open. Do follow Michael and Sheila’s recommendations (on anything), they always turned out to be excellent!! We fell in love with the little artisan Boulangerie in Bertric-Burée, a 5 min drive away. All french Boulangeries are good but this was something else. Do like the french and hit it up every morning for croissants and your daily baguette. We loved our stay at la Roussie and cannot wait to return. Thank you for giving us such wonderful memories. Susana and Oliver
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We had the most extraordinary stay in Lusignac. The house and grounds are beautiful and located close to the postcard villages of Lusigac, Riberac, Aubeterre sur Drone, Brantome, and many others. The house is warm, comfortable, and really well equipped. Great for families. The hosts, Michael and Sheila are lovely and always helpful, both my children said they would miss them as we left. A fantastic stay in a dream location. We can’t wait to return.
So wonderful! Many thanks to Michael and Sheila for a memorable stay.
Een heerlijke week in dit prachtige huis dat met zo veel liefde en moeite wordt onderhouden. Michael and Sheila zijn bijzonder aardige en attente gastheren. We zijn zeer blij dat we van hun fantastisch huis mochten genieten. Communicatie met Tracy was ook zeer prettig. Kortom: ideaal.
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A wonderful week in this beautiful house that is maintained with so much love and effort. Michael and Sheila are exceptionally nice and attentive hosts. We are very happy that we were able to enjoy their fantastic house. Communication with Tracy was also very pleasant. In short: ideal.
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Dear Tracy, Thank you so much, we truly enjoyed our week at Michael & Sheila’s place. It was a great week and we very much enjoyed the lovely place, the hospitality, and the quiet beautiful surrounding. We hope to come back sometime.
Thank you for sharing your little place of paradise with us. We have had a wonderful two weeks – it has been a very relaxing and peaceful two weeks and it has been incredibly hot 43c! (according to the Volvo)
We have visited Bergerac, Angouleme, Perigeaux, Brantome which is very picturesque and Aubeterre…
…We found some lovely restaurants our favourite being Creperie de la Source in Aubeterre – worth ringing to reserve a table but they do speak English.
In the heat the pool has been a godsend and the canopied terrace has been lovely for meals in the eveings. We have sat here until after dusk watching the swifts dipping into the pool and listening to Walter calling for visitors. Walter is particularly partial to carrots, apple and bread and a good scratch.
Thank you for all your help and advice.
Thank you so much for having us to stay in your amazing house!
We all agree it has provided the setting for one of the best holidays of our lives and it will not be forgotten anytime soon! The effort you put in and all the little touches made all the difference and it allowed us to leave feeling as though we have stayed in more than just a house, but instead a temporary home.
The drinks in the fridge and the beautiful flowers definitely didn’t go un noticed.
Looking at the photos at the start of this book it is incredible to see how much the house has changed (for the better) and how much hard work you have put in to make it a place that creates amazing memories. We really appreciate your recommendations and you knowledge of the local towns, it allowed us to explore this stunning corner of the world that thanks to you aim to come back to.
Oh, and we cant go without mentioning the brilliant pool which despite common opinion was a perfect temperature!
We have made so many amazing memories this year and we cant wait to come back and make more…
You are lovely hosts and the house has a real spirit that you guys have built. You can be so proud of it!
we have loved meeting you and we wish you all the very best in your fairly tail land.
We visited La Roussie in the last week of July 2018. From the moment we arrived to time we left it was just perfect. We are a busy family of four with two older children who were 17 and 19 at that time. We were concerned they may find it a little isolated but actually they relaxed a lot and being away from the many busy distractions of life was good for both them and us!
Sheila and Michael are delightful hosts living in the adjacent property. Their attention to detail, relaxed manner and unintrusive attention was great. They have a wealth of knowledge of where to visit and where to eat but don’t be surprised if you lose a day or two or even three without venturing far from La Roussie. The house, gardens and pool are very well maintained with many different areas to sit, sleep, read, sleep, play games, sleep…you get the idea.
The property is really well presented in a quite well positioned location not far from the small village of Lusignac. You can to nearby Verteillac by car in 10 minutes where you will find all the necessary shops and those essential morning pastries. A little further in the other direction and you will find Riberac with its big Friday market and a couple of good supermarkets as well as everything else the town has to offer.
Sheila and Michael have provided all the facilities you need to have the perfect independent and relaxed stay. We were wanting for nothing during our time and as travellers who tend to seek new destinations, it is a testament that both of our children asked when we could go back. We are asking ourselves the same question….
What a fabulous time we have had as a family! Your house is magical and made our trip so special.
What a fantastic place you have here.
We have loved every single minute of it. The pool and terrace is just heavenly to sit in when its hot. We love it here and so do the children, we will be back for sure and might even be your neighbours before long!!!
Hannah said ” our best holiday ever!”
Looking forward to seeing you again very soon.
what to say!!
You have is a lovely gem. Lovely done up and with so much taste and love.
We all enjoyed our stay in La Roussie
We are surely thinking of coming back as we have plenty of things to do in the lovely Perigord.
Very well done to you two as we know how hard it is to keep a building running like ‘new’
A wonderful villa in beautiful surroundings
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This is our second stay here and it was just as beautiful as we remembered it the fist time. The outside area by the pool now has the addition of a covered dining area and we were able to eat outside every day which was lovely.
Sheila and Michael had thought of everything to make our stay relaxing and enjoyable and were on hand to offer advice on places to visit and eat. The freshly picked figs from the garden were a lovely touch too.
The villa itself was very spacious and clean with every room beautifully decorated and furnished. The pool was immaculate and used every day even though the weather was a little mixed. I cannot put into words how wonderful this place is. We have made even more wonderful memories and we hope to be back to make even more.
Thank you