The organic beauty of the Périgord region features unspoiled lands full of flora, fauna, and elegant chateaus. And its most well-known, the 13th-century Château de Castelnaud-la-Chapelle, is only a six-minute drive from this hilltop retreat. But don’t forget your easel and palette, as you’ll quickly understand why this artist’s family home is the ultimate spot for inspiration. Two words – mesmerising views. While the lifestyle on the ground involves truffles and Bergerac wine as much as hiking boots and canoes, this home elevates you to another level. On the platformed terrace with stilts built into the slope, pop champagne to say cheers to the start of the holiday. Leave the bottle in the pool house fridge and stroll along the gardens, where you’ll pass incredible valley vistas by your heated pool. The kids can run wild in the play area while you head in to admire the interiors. Two more words – rural opulence. There’s an old-world, country feel with chunky timber beams, antique furniture, and an array of regal patterns and colours. From the sumptuous curtains to the soft rugs, we love the warmth created by this rich colour scheme, with extra heat coming from the fireplace. Is it time to open the red yet?

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Additional fees

• Your host can help arrange a variety of extra services during your stay, including massages and beauty treatments, wine tours, laundry and dry cleaning, fridge fills, restaurant reservations, private chefs, airport transfers, and car hire

• If you’re travelling with children, your host can organise babysitting services – alternatively, a live-in nanny can be arranged at a cost of £475-£670 per week

• There may be an additional fee for heating, available from late October to early April – please enquire with your host

Additional fees subject to a 3.5% handling charge.