General Information
Moustier is situated in the department of the Lot-et-Garonne between Duras and Miramont-de-Guyenne
in La Vallee du Dropt, Au Mauvais is a restored Farmhouse and Barn built
in the 1860's, comfortably furnished with spacious living accommodation
sleeping 8 people.
Local Architecture It is set back from the road approached by a long drive.
Set in 9 acres of large lawned and wooded grounds. Perfect for a stroll or a game of boules, or relaxing in the shade under our massive oak tree which is around 300 years old. There are also walnut trees, fruit trees and poplars, providing
plenty of shade for those really hot days. A few hundred yards stroll through our woods is
the River Dropt for Fishing. This is a peaceful rural location attracting
varied birds and wildlife. Please click 'HERE'
for further information about Au Mauvais facilities.
Shopping
Village shops are 3 minutes by car for your early morning fresh bread, croissants, pain aux chocolat or pain aux raisin, or if your French is up to it you can arrange delivery. The nearest large supermarche is about 5 - 10 minutes by car.
Finding us
The Location Map will provide you with a rough guide to our location. You can find Moustier on Yellow series Michelin Map No's 75 & 79.
We are 30 minutes from Bergerac (Roumaniere) Airport which is serviced by Flybe, Ryanair & Jet2 in the summer and 1hr 30 minutes from Bordeaux (Merignac) Airport which is serviced by Bristish Airways and Flybe. Car Hire is available at both Bergerac and Bordeaux Airports.
For car hire from Bergerac Airport contact www.buggscarhire.com
The most popular way is to drive from any of the South Coast
channel ports.
We can give you full detailed directions when booking is confirmed or an excellent web site that provides route details, fuel, mileage etc is www.mappy.fr
N.B.
Discreet English owners are periodically on site, occupying separate accommodation. If you would like complete solitude please ask.
What clients have said about "Au Mauvais"
We stayed here in 2008, 2009 and have booked for next year. For a cottage/gite holiday in Aquitaine we don't believe we could find anywhere better. The farmhouse itself is clean, well maintained and furnished and has everything that you need for a comfortable family holiday. The owners have thought of everything. The pool is lovely and the terrace area by the pool is perfect for watching the sunset over an evening drink.
The grounds are well maintained with paths down to the river where you can fish or just relax in the shade in one of the most peaceful surroundings you could imagine.
The surrounding villages have everything that you need and all the local towns have regular markets in the summer. There is information provided at Au Mauvais about the markets (which ones to go to, when they are, etc.)
I would recommend this holiday to anyone who likes a peaceful, restful family holiday.
(July 2009)
In the summer of 2009 we had a lovely stay at "Au Mauvais". The house is very well decorated and spacious.
The garden and swimmingpool are very well maintained and the house is very clean and all kind of machines and tools, you might need, are there and are all working!
The location is very quiet, but if you wish there is enough to see and do in the neighbourhood. In the house you can find all kind of information about things to do or the lovely restaurants in the surroundings!
We had a great time and loved this place so much, that we will be back in 2010!
(July 2009)
Au Mauvais is a lovely farmhouse, with wonderful grounds. You do need to have a car to appreciate all the wonders this area offers. And to reach the nearest small shops but this just added to the experience. You could of course just as easly spend your whole time using the pool and grounds. My children never wanted to leave the pool, and enjoyed exploring the woods and river found flowing through it.
The neighbouring villages of Eymet, Allemans and Monsegur are well worth a visit. But Duras was
spectacular
in particular the castle. The numerous wine caves need to been seen many are just huge sheds in peoples gardens but do not let this put you off, the wines we sampled were some of the best and were very resonably prices.
(August 2008)
We had a lovely holiday in your house, I can honestly say it was the cleanest
and most comfortable we have ever stayed in (and we have stayed in quite
a few!). I really wished I could pick the house up and bring it home. Everything
was perfect!
(August 2005)
We had a lovely time, thank you. I particularly appreciated things like the nice bed linen, good pans, and smart cooker - maybe I'm just getting old! The girls were very impressed by the video collection. We all appreciated the spaciousness and general standard of comfort. The standard of cleanliness and freshness was excellent too - which really helps make it a holiday!.
(July 2005)
A big thank you 'from all of us' for allowing us the privilege of staying at "Au Mauvais", enjoying the French culture and your fabulous home and grounds.
(June 2005)
I must tell you we had a wonderful holiday at "Au Mauvais". The house was glorious, so much room, and everything we wanted was there - you have thought of everything! The children and parents loved the pool. We all had a marvellous time and can thoroughly recommend it.
(September 2004)
Please visit our 'GALLERY' page to see images
of the farmhouse. For booking and availability please go to the 'BOOKINGS'
page. Please also read our 'PRIVACY POLICY ' for your own peace of mind.