Grand Galice
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- 11m x 5m shared pool*
- Heated pool
- Shared hot tub**
- Wi-Fi
- Games barn
- Table tennis, table football
- Petanque court
- Charcoal BBQ
- Covered dining terrace
- Fishing lake
- Cot (2) and high chair (1)
- French Satellite TV
- Beautiful rural views
- Private Catering available
- 6km to shops/restaurants
- Golf courses nearby
- Cycle hire available
Grand Galice with a shared heated swimming pool* in a beautiful countryside setting, accommodating up to 6 guests over 3 bedrooms.
Grand Galice is a renovated old farmhouse offering 125 m2 of modern accommodation whilst retaining the charm of the original building.
A relaxing peaceful location with lovely rural views, grounds surround the properties with walks around the garden and the lake.
The welcoming and discreet owners live on-site in a separate property, you will receive a warm welcome.
*The pool is shared with the owners, Catherine and Laurent who live on-site and have a lovely collection of animals including Jango their friendly Collie dog, a cat, chickens and goats. Catherine and Laurent are on hand to assist if required during your stay and are very respectful of guests’ privacy. The pool is also shared with the other 3 bedroom gite (Petit Galice).
Located in the heart of the famous Bordeaux wine region where there is an abundance of vineyards for tastings and tours. A short drive away are the picturesque towns of Duras (6km) and Monsegur (15km) and the local Chateau and countryside are perfect for exploring. Weekly farmer’s markets are held in most towns and villages as well as popular night markets in the peak summer months. Grand Galice is situated in a tranquil, countryside location in the region of Aquitaine within the Bordeaux wine appellation and on the border of the Dordogne, Gironde and Lot et Garonne.
Dogs are not accepted at this property.
3 Bedrooms and 2 bathrooms
Accommodating up to 6 guests including children (ages 18 months and over). A hairdryer is provided in the bathroom.
Bedroom 1: Spacious room with wood-panelled walls. Large double bed (160cm wide). Electric radiator.
Stylish en-suite shower room with walk-in rainfall shower, washbasin and WC.
Bedroom 2: Charming room with feature stone wall. Large double bed (160cm wide). Electric radiator.
Bedroom 3: Twin room (each bed 90cm wide) with a mezzanine level which has a double bed (140cm wide) and a room fan. Electric radiator.
Bedrooms 2 and 3 share a spacious bathroom with walk-in shower, washbasin and WC.
Children Facilities
2 cots and 1 high chair can be provided upon request. Please provide your own bed linen for the cots. There are no stair gates as there are only a few steps around the property, with the exception of those to the mezzanine area in bedroom 3.
Kitchen/diner
Bright and airy kitchen diner with dining table and chairs.
Single oven, 4 ring halogen hob, dishwasher, microwave, kettle, toaster, Cafetiere, Krups Dolce Gusto coffee machine and a washing machine.
Living room
Spacious living room with L-shaped sofa, 2 armchairs, TV with TNT Satellite TV with French and some English channels. A wood-burning stove and wooden beamed ceiling give the room a cosy feel in the cooler months.
Outside space
An interior courtyard provides a private place to relax outside. There is also a covered terrace with a dining table and chairs with views over the grounds, nice for alfresco dining.
Wi-Fi
Complimentary Wi-Fi is provided. The average speed is 30 Mbps download and 6 Mbps upload, this is a rural location and speeds may vary for various reasons.
Games barn
The large games barn has plenty of seating and has table tennis and table football. Thi facility is shared with the two gites.
Garden and lake
The grounds surround the 3 properties with open, rural views. A pleasant walk leads you to the lake hidden in the woods where you can sit and watch the wildlife or do a little fishing. The lake has many species of fish. A purpose-made boules court provides great entertainment for all the family.
Heated swimming pool & hot tub
The 11m x 5m heated chlorine pool is shared by the 2 gites and with the owners, a great way for families to make friends whilst on holiday. A straw hut and parasols provide shelter from the summer sun.
*The pool is heated and open during certain dates, please see the Price section for full details.
**Complimentary use of the hot tub is included in the price as follows:
Up to 4 guests: 1 hour per week.
5 guests or more: 2 hours per week.
Additional use can be booked and paid for on-site in cash for 50 € per hour. The hot tub accommodates a maximum of 4 people.
Pool towels are available on request.
Cycle hire
Cycle hire and electric cycles are available to hire in the area. Cycle hire information page.
What to do in the area and beyond
There are many towns, villages and castles to explore on your doorstep. The local towns and villages host weekly markets as well as summer night markets and various festivals throughout the year. More information on what’s on locally is in the “Local Area” tab above.
Travel
Airports
- Bergerac 35km
- Bordeaux 108km
- Toulouse 200km
Train
- Bordeaux station (TGV) 88km
- Sainte-Foy-La-Grande (Bordeaux / Bergerac line) 18km
- La Reole (Bordeaux line) train station 30km
Car
- Calais 872km
- Le Havre 690km
Use of car essential. Car hire quote with the best price guarantee, click here.
The entire property
| Dates | Price for 7 nights from | ||||||||||
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| 6 persons | Shortbreaks from | ||||||||||
| 13 Apr 2024 - 17 May 2024 | €1,580.00 | €948.00 | |||||||||
| 18 May 2024 - 30 Jun 2024 | €1,815.00 | €1,089.00 | |||||||||
| 01 Jul 2024 - 31 Aug 2024 | €2,170.00 | €2,170.00 | |||||||||
| 01 Sep 2024 - 15 Sep 2024 | €1,815.00 | €1,089.00 | |||||||||
| 16 Sep 2024 - 20 Oct 2024 | €1,580.00 | €948.00 | |||||||||
| 21 Oct 2024 - 20 Dec 2024 | €1,160.00 | €696.00 | |||||||||
| 21 Dec 2024 - 03 Jan 2025 | €1,815.00 | ||||||||||
Flexible changeover day and length of stay with short breaks from 2 nights
Reservation Information
No booking fee.
A 25% deposit secures a reservation with the balance payable 8 weeks before rental commencement.
A security bond of 500 € is pre-authorised against a credit card 7 – 10 days before arrival and will be cancelled subject to satisfactory inspection after departure.
Our full booking terms and conditions can be viewed here.
Arrival from 16:30
Departure by 10:00
Please note: Dogs are not accepted at this property.
Included in the price:
Pool heating
Bed linen and bath towels.
Taxe de Sejour (Tourism Tax) 0.90€ per adult aged 18 and over.
Pool information:
The pool is shared. Pool towels are available on request.
The pool is open and heated from 13th April 2024 to 20th October 2024.
Please note: Specific temperatures can not be guaranteed as pool heating is influenced by weather conditions and other factors.
The local area and what to do, Monsegur / Duras, Bordeaux and the Dordogne, France
Le Grand Galice is situated near the towns of Monsegur (15km) and Duras (6km) in the region of Nouvelle Aquitaine within the Bordeaux wine region and on the borders of the Dordogne, Gironde and Lot et Garonne, France.
Bordeaux city centre is a 90km drive to the west and Bergerac is 36km to the east, Saint Emilion is 50km away.
This is the ideal base from which to explore South West France. Located in the region of Aquitaine on the 3 borders of Gironde / Dordogne / Lot et Garonne and is considered to be one of the most picturesque areas of France.
The gently rolling countryside is a pleasure to explore, with excellent roads winding their way through fields and vineyards. Perfect cycling country!
Monsegur and Duras are ancient Bastide towns set around a market square which are host to weekly markets and also a weekly night market during the peak summer season. There is a good selection of shops including cafes, bars and a pizzeria which host’s weekly live music.
There is also Cinema Eden in Monsegur, which does show international films in their original language version (VO), a selection of English speaking films with French subtitles.
The market squares are host to many festivals and events throughout the year.
Wine and Gastronomy
This region is famous for its wines and wonderful gastronomy. Whether you are in St. Emilion, Pomerol, Blaye, The Médoc, Entre Deux Mers, Bourg, Graves or Sauterne the wines of the region are without doubt some of the very best in the world!
There are local producers near this holiday home that offer very good quality products at a very reasonable price.
The Bordeaux wine region has 21 appellations. Visit some of the many local Caves and Chateau that offer free tastings and tours while you choose a bottle or two.
Not to be missed is the world-famous St Emilion (50km), a designated world heritage site and is truly stunning. Explore characteristic narrow lanes lined with wine merchants, cafes, restaurants and interesting independent shops. A guided tour of the monolithic church is highly recommended.
Bordeaux
This designated world heritage site is a must for all visitors. This cosmopolitan city offers a diverse range of attractions. The golden triangle has a fabulous range of shops for those shopaholics.
A rich variety of architecture forms the backdrop for the street cafes, restaurants, bars and not forgetting the superb Grand Theatre.
Dordogne
The Dordogne is just one of the many places to visit for day trips. Anything from canoeing or boat trips on the Dordogne river at Bergerac to exploring the wonderful and pretty ancient villages.
Activities
Coast, Beach and Water park
A freshwater lake with a sandy beach at Blasimon is just 35km away and is a popular attraction to take children for a day out. The gently shelving sand provides a fun environment for splashing around and cooling off in the heat of the summer sun. Blasimon lake.
Aqua Park is 31km located near Bergerac. Beach, canoeing and a water park.
Aqua Fun Park near Casteljaloux is 56km. Park with a huge freshwater lake, picnic benches, walks, facilities, man-made sandy beach, water sports, kids play area…. great for adults and kids.
Visit Europe’s largest sand dune 156km, the Dune du Pilat where both the climb and the views will take your breath away! Reward yourself with fresh seafood from the Bay of Arcachon or take the ferry to Cap Ferret and feel the sand between your toes whilst you enjoy oysters and chilled white wine.
Chocolate
Yes, we believe chocolate is also an activity, we often have to visit to make sure the quality is up to standard… Maison Guinguet 8km, near Duras. A nice shop to visit, selling chocolate, gifts and offers guided visits to their artisan factory in July and August.
Duras Castle
The famous Chateau de Duras, 6km away. It’s well worth a visit, climb to the top and see the stunning 360-degree vista.
Tea room with gardens
Jardin de Boissona has six little gardens, each with its own character. Outside and inside seating. Known for their teas and delicious cakes. 9km.
Zip wire adventure and climbing park
13km. Playground and snack bar. Des chênes toi Aventure
Boat trips
Dordogne river trips are available on traditional boats in Bergerac with Les Gabarres de Bergerac. 35km.
Cycle hire, Bike hire
The countryside around our properties is popular for cycling, whether it’s just a gentle ride around to explore or if you are a keen cyclist, a long training ride on fantastic stretches of road to get the blood pumping whilst taking in the fantastic views.
Maybe cycle to a cafe bar or the chocolate shop!
Bring your own bike or bike hire is available, we recommend booking in advance.
The Gironde and Lot et Garonne (Monsegur and Duras areas), guide and information Gironde bike information or Dordogne bike information
Bike hire can be delivered to your door, view prices and book – click here for details.
- Bike Hire Direct, cycle hire
- Electric bicycles can be hired at Allemans du Dropt and Eymet cycle hire
- Carbon road bike hire in Bordeaux, they will deliver to Bordeaux train station for free, they do not deliver to your door but if you are a serious cyclists just ride the bike back to Villa Alouette. Carbon road bike hire Bordeaux.
Public tennis courts
Good quality courts are located in St Sernin de Duras (4km) also in Monsegur and Duras, usually booked via the local tourist information office.
Canoeing and kayaking
Canoe hire is available on the rivers. The river Dropt winds through the valley with a slow flow on it.
The Dordogne river at Sainte Foy has a faster pace but has plenty of canoe hire opportunities and literally just go with the flow and be picked up further downstream. Of course, the easiest way is a boat trip and let someone else do the work.
Canoe Kayak hire:
- Allemans-du-Dropt 16km: Dropt river, information
- Sainte-Foy-la-Grande 21km: On the Dordogne river, information
Golf
There are many pay and play golf courses within the area, the best being the beautiful Chateau Des Vigiers Golf and Country Club 16km. The chateau dates back to 1597 and is set in 450 acres of stunning countryside. Facilities also include a fine restaurant and a relaxing beauty spa. Golf Les Vigiers – Le Vigier – 24240 Monestier – Ph +33 5 53 61 50 00 – 18 holes superb golf.
Crazy Golf
Crazy golf and animals! Drinks and snacks. 22km. Facebook page link.
Horse riding
Centre Equestre des Millespieds – 47120 Savignac de Duras 6km – Ph +33 6 12 72 30 83- Nice, family oriented horse riding club. Ponies available. English spoken.
Wildlife park, animals, zoo
Parc du Griffon, animals, play areas and refreshments just a 18km away. Parc du Griffon
Ferme Exotique 87km away.
Zoo de Bordeaux Pessac is 106km www.zoo-bordeaux-pessac.com
Markets
Most villages and towns hold weekly markets full of fresh and interesting local produce. An ideal place to pick up your holiday mementoes and gifts.
Both Monsegur and Duras also have night markets during the summer where you can eat and have a drink as well as browse the many stalls.
Duras (6km): Every Monday from 8.30 to 14:00 (closes at 12:00 from September to June). Nice market, excellent Organic veggies and fruit producer, Nicolas. Excellent organic goat cheese producers too… Foie gras, Magrets and so on by Mr & Mrs Ros…excellent! …. and many stalls of food/non-food.
Sainte Foy La Grande (19km): Every Saturday from 8.30 to 12:00. Quite a big market with excellent producers.
Monségur (15km): Every Friday from 8.30 to 12. Nice small market with a good fish stand next to the restaurant Le Grand Cep and a fantastic pork butcher under the covered market.
Issigeac (41km): Every Sunday morning.
Eymet (20km): Every Thursday morning.
Night markets
From 1st of July till End of August, very successful, where you can eat and dance, with many craft and food stalls. Go early if you want to park close to the village.
Duras (6km) Night market: Every Thursday evening till the end of August.
Lévignac de Guyenne (12km) Night market: Every Friday evening till the end of August.
Monsegur (15km) Night market. Every Wednesday evening till mid of September.
Supermarkets
Carrefour Contact supermarket – just out of Duras on the direction of Sainte Foy La Grande. Small but very well stocked (includes English part). Open from 8 am to 8 pm nonstop from Mondays to Saturdays. Sundays from 9 am to 1 pm. 5km.
Carrefour Contact supermarket in Monségur has got an excellent butcher section!!! Open from 8am to 8pm nonstop from Mondays to Saturdays. Sundays from 9am to 1pm. 14km
Baker – Boulangerie, Rue Paul Persil, in Duras. Excellent croissants, fantastic cornflour and rustic bread, closed on Tuesday and Sunday afternoon.
Butchers – Boucherie Evrard – Rue Paul Persil, in Duras. Good butcher, next to the Place du Marché. Closed on Tuesday and Sunday afternoon.
Large E.Leclerc Hyper market plus other supermarkets and retail shops in Marmande 29km.
Large E.Leclerc Hyper market in Pineuilh near Sainte Foy la Grande 18km.
Tourist Information centres
Monségur (Gironde department) Ph +33 5 56 61 82 73 – web www.entredeuxmers.com
16 Boulevard Jean Brisseau, in Duras (Lot-et-Garonne department) Ph +33 5 53 93 71 18 – web www.paysdeduras.com
From the first moment we arrived, we were made incredibly welcome. This was our first stop on our relocation to France. Catherine & Laurent couldn’t have been more helpful. The property was immaculately clean. The brand-new bathroom facilities were impeccable. What with the pool, table tennis, table football, goats, chickens, trampoline, lac, aperitifs and petanque we couldn’t have wished for a better start and setting. Explore the local towns of Duras, Eymet, and Bergerac, the summer night markets, canoeing, and tree top challenges. Further afield Bordeaux, St Emilion and Arcachon are all well worth a visit.