Gentle Autumn
- At November 21, 2016
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We have been enjoying a wonderful gentle Autumn here in the Dordogne. It has been perfect sitting in the sun enjoying an aperitif before lunch. The local towns seem to glow in the sunlight.
Autumn Fare
- At November 17, 2016
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Autumn has arrived with all the wonderful mists and tree colours. Evenings once again require the fire to be lit and with the season of squashes well under way tasty warming suppers can be enjoyed with friends.
Reflections
- At November 13, 2015
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I love the way the evening sunlight highlights the Chateau de Clerans against a wintery sky with the reflection on the water.
Night Lights
- At November 06, 2015
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With the evenings drawing in earlier, our beautiful historic buildings are lit to reveal their full glory.
Truffle Season
- At October 07, 2015
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With the still warm days but cooler nights the truffle farmers are out looking for the wonderful hidden fungi. It’s a beautiful time of year here in the Perigord region.
Chateau du Laussel seen from Chateau de Commarque
- At September 30, 2015
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We recently visited the Chateau du Commarque, a very romantic ruin set in a glorious landscape. The view across the valley was absolutely wonderful.
Re-decorating
- At September 25, 2015
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With our last guests having left for this season thoughts have turned to our winter program of re-decoration. We bought a cupboard recently at a vide grenier which will look really good when given a makeover similar to the one in the photo.
Enticing alleyways in Sarlat
- At September 21, 2015
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Guests are always enchanted by Sarlat. The narrow ancient alleyways entice the visitor to roam while admiring the architecture.
Cadouin Flower Festival
- At May 13, 2014
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May 8th is the date of the annual flower festival in the beautiful village of Cadouin with its wonderful abbey. The streets ae lined with vendors selling beautiful plants. The colour is fabulous. It’s also the pefect place to meet up with friends to have coffee and discuss purchases while enjoying the view of the abbey. An excellent Sunday morning!
Easter Greetings
- At May 13, 2014
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