18 November 2025 | Tourism
Between the vines and the bastides - a week in the Dordogne
There's nothing quite like a week-long getaway to the Dordogne to combine the charm of medieval fortified towns, the delights of local wines, abundant natural beauty, and exceptional holiday homes. Thanks to Pure France, you can stay in comfortable, elegant properties ideally located for exploring this beautiful region. Let's dive into an inspiring itinerary, featuring three of our favourite addresses.
Here, nestled between hills, winding rivers, and villages of golden stone, everything invites you to slow down. A week in the heart of the Périgord is a journey through medieval fortified towns and fragrant vineyards, gourmet markets and countryside walks.
Let yourself be guided: this is a getaway where each day has its own unique flavor, a blend of heritage, nature, and the French art of living.
Settling into the heart of the Périgord
Insert yourself into your holiday home and take the time to embrace the gentle charm of Southwest France. The mornings are bright, the afternoons tranquil, punctuated by the song of cicadas or birds, depending on the season.
Explore the surrounding area: a path meandering between fields, a small road lined with stone walls, a shaded square where the market sets up.
In the evening, enjoying dinner on a terrace is a must: foie gras, Périgord salad, and Bergerac or Pécharmant wine.
Hidden Villages and Backroads
This is the perfect day to follow your instincts. Take the back roads and let yourself be surprised: a stone village, a mill by the water, a panoramic view of the valley.
Stop in a lesser-known fortified town, like Beaumont-du-Périgord or Issigeac, for a peaceful stroll. Every turn offers its own unique charm: a Romanesque bell tower here, a terrace under the plane trees there, an artisan's workshop elsewhere.
Pure France Properties in the Dordogne
3 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms | Sleeps 6 Beautiful Périgord farmhouse located on a private estate, within walking distance of the river with canoeing and restaurants.
Traditional Périgord farmhouse
Private 4,000 m² property in the heart of the countryside. Accommodation with 3 bedrooms that can accommodate up to 6 people.
Link to Ferme De La Riviere: https://www.purefrance.com/24209/holiday-home
Maison de la Dronne - Bourdeilles, Dordogne, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
This charming country house is situated in a private park with wooded access to the small Dronne River. A 15-minute walk from the beautiful riverside town of Bourdeilles, 12 minutes from Brantôme, and 30 minutes from Périgueux, the capital of the Périgord region. 4 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms | Sleeps 8 Link to Maison de la Dronne: https://www.purefrance.com/24216/holiday-home
Holiday rental, Carlux, Dordogne - Manor House 1731
Overlooking the magnificent Dordogne River, this splendid manor house, set on 8 hectares of grounds and dating back to 1731, offers spacious, welcoming, and warm accommodation in a beautiful countryside setting. 6 bedrooms | 6 bathrooms | Sleeps 12