Independent Self-Guided Walking Holidays in the Lot Department and Dordogne Valley

The first to offer Independent Walking Holidays in the area and delighted to remain the most popular! Our local knowledge is unbeatable.

Our home sits high in the hills above St. Céré surrounded by a tranquil green landscape and on the edge of the small and friendly village of Lacam D'Ourcet. Guests can relax and enjoy the peaceful location disturbed only occasionally by the sound of the bells on the cows as they go for milking, or the church bells (don't worry they only chime 3 times a day!). Yet we are ideally located to explore the many lovely towns and villages - take a look at our Explore the Area section.

Each direction to the house takes you along a scenic route with wonderful panoramic views. As you climb up from the valley to our home you are greeted with delightful views of the surrounding hills and valleys.

Our three guest bedrooms have been decorated and furnished to reflect the house and its location. Each bedroom has been completely refurbished and has a brand new ensuite bathroom with shower.


"Thank you for your great hospitality and wonderful cooking...an excellent holiday"
Andrew & Jenny - Sussex, UK
"Fabulous scenery and villages and a dinner party every night"
Marie & Steve - Colorado, USA
"We have had a wonderful week"
Pauline & Peter -Halifax, UK
"Merci pour votre accueil tres chaleureux, nous avons passe un tres bon sejour"
Jacqueline & Gabriel - Orleat, France
"What a peaceful retreat. Your B&B was absolutely perfect"
Katie & Pat - Chicago, USA
"Merci a nos hotes pour l'accueil et la soiree partagee avec eux - la maison et le site sont superbes, continuez ainsi!"
Anny & Patrick - Annonay, France
"..the food was excellent, the walks also and directions spot on - the hosts were the best. A 5 star holiday"
Viv & Alan - Tyne & Wear, UK
"Thank you for your attention, care and opening your house to us."
Andrew & Wendy - Sheffield. UK
"Superb food & excellent company. We will be back to finish the walks!"
Geoff & Gill - London, UK
"We have had a heavenly 10 days in your charming company. What a relaxing atmosphere you create in your haven in the country. Thanks for everything"
Paul & Jenny - Bedford, UK
"Our second visit and another delightful holiday. A pleasure to share your home with you"
Barry & Karen - Sussex, UK
"Very nice house, very very nice people, very very very nice food"
Dick & Marji -Kent, UK
"Thank you both for a wonderful week"
Claire & Gerry- Cambs, UK
"Thank you both for another delightful stay"
Clive & Yvonne - Essex, UK
"Again thank you for a wonderful stay in this little piece of paradise...we have enjoyed Alex's divine cooking"
Geoff & Noele - Perth, Australia

All rooms have central heating for any chilly nights early or late season and we have a roaring log fire in the lounge when needed.

Fleuri.Primevere

"Fleuri" (above left) is a lovely light room looking out across the fields and hills to the front of the house. The floral headboard was rescued from an old French style bed that we inherited with the house.

"Le Pigeonnier" (above right) named after the high tower that is a local architectural feature of many houses. On the top floor and offering views across the countryside, this bedroom has either a large double or twin beds.

" Primevere" (below) decorated in pastel shades to reflect the wild flowers that are so abundant here, is another double bedroom.

Many of our guests have told us how well they have slept so don't forget to bring an alarm clock! We are very happy to provide an early morning tea or coffee for early risers.

We serve breakfast and dinner in our separate dining room. Guests dine together to swap stories of epic walks or hidden villages discovered that day.
In the Summer House in the garden is our very own "Brocante" where we have many of the articles and ornaments that came with the house - feel free to look around for a bargain.


Our room price includes breakfast of coffee or tea (herbal teas available) and a selection of croissants & pain au chocolat, fresh bread, rolls, cereal, local jam and honey, fresh fruit, fruit juice and yoghurts.


Dinner is prepared from fresh seasonal ingredients including our own vegetables and reflects a combination of local dishes and international flavours - two example menus are shown below. A carafe of wine or a choice of soft drinks is included. The chef (ie Alex) usually has one evening a week off, normally Thursday, but this is flexible. There are a number of restaurants in the area including two with a michelin star.
Delicious vegetarian meals are a speciality and are available by prior request

Extract from the Guardian Newspaper Travel Website reporting on our vegetarian menu option
Alex's vegetarian cooking is inventive and delicious – we had poached pear, toasted walnut and blue cheese salad, lentil patties with a hot tomato and yoghurt and cucumber dipping sauce, followed by a lemon tart to rival any you'll find in a patisserie. Louise Tickle - Guardian.Co.uk August 2007

 

For 2008 we were featured in a new book all about running Bed & Breakfasts in France. This excellent book by Jo Taylor is the "bible" for anyone aspiring to lead a different life in this wonderful country. Lots of information and tips as well as the pitfalls! You can get a copy at most good bookshops or simply order online at Amazon.
Why not take a look at our sister website for our Bed & Breakfast - www.jardin-segala.com
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