Self-Catering Gite Holidays in the Heart of the Dordogne
La Bonne Etoile (the French translation is 'lucky star') named after the wonderful starry skies we have here in the Dordogne)
About the Area
Welcome to the Périgord Noir, the area within the beautiful Dordogne which makes up the most visited part of inland France.
So why do 3 million people flock here every year? Maybe because we have 1001 fairytale Chateaux, a warm sunny climate, a huge network of cycle and walking paths, clean rivers ideal for water sports & swimming, gastronomic restaurants, delicious wine, world famous 50,000 year old cave paintings and to top it off 10 of the 152 most beautiful villages of France are in the region.
So no matter what you are looking for on your holiday, there is a huge range of activities suitable for couples and families alike, all within easy reach.
 The Josephine Baker Castle Chateau des Milandes was once owned by American 20s dance hall singing legend, Josephine Baker, who lived here with her rainbow tribe of adopted children. |
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 The River Dordogne A view of the River Dordogne which offers excellent swimming, picnicking, fishing, canoeing, paddle boarding and water skiing. |
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 Chateau de Castelnaud The massive defense walls of the Chateau de Castelnaud were built during the 100 year war to defend against the opposing Chateau de Beynac. |
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 La Roque Gageac La Roque Gageac has been awarded the title of one of the most beautiful villages in France. It is set at the base of a limestone cliff and facing south, boasts its own micro climate complete with a tropical garden. |
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 Chateau de Beynac The Chateau de Beynac was constructed on a huge limestone cliff by Richard the Lion Heart around 1147. |
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 A River Cruise Traditional boats known as Gabarres are a great way to see the Dordogne by river. The relaxing tours are available in English. |
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Where is La Bonne Etoile
We are located in the small ancient and picturesque hamlet of Péchalifour, famous for its truffles and nearby organic vineyard ‘Domaine de la Voie Blanche’. Just 10 minutes’ drive from the Dordogne river and 25 minutes from the tourist mecca of Sarlat.
The popular market towns of Saint Cyprien and Le Bugue can both be reached within a 10 minute drive from the property. Here you will find a range of shops, restaurants and supermarkets.
There is direct access to a number of walking/mountain bike trails which lead to destinations along the Dordogne and Vézère River. Our hill top rural location is perfect for anyone wishing peaceful seclusion, with the advantage that the ever popular Dordogne valley is within an easy drive.
