Nestling within St.Astier De Duras, a sleepy and picturesque hamlet surrounded by shady orchards full of plum trees, La Petite Vigne provides a perfect opportunity to experience life in rural south west France.  The barn has been renovated carefully and selectively, to provide a cool shelter from the heat of the summer sun and a cosy retreat in the colder days of winter.

Amidst the stone walls and oak beams there lies the essential backdrop of a modern bathroom and a well equipped kitchen. The main mature garden, lined with bamboo and a multitude of fruit trees, is stunning.  The large trees and bushes offer a little gentle shade in the heat of the summer, but perhaps, more importantly, they also offer the chance to picnic on the way to the pool. Cherries, figs, plums, apples, pears, grapes and walnuts can all be foraged en route, at varying times from April right through until October. 

With all rooms located on the ground floor (there is a step down from the living area to the kitchen), the barn comprises an open plan living space with fully equipped kitchen and dining area, 2/3 bedrooms and a bathroom.  

The barn is situated in its own private garden with a terrace. Dining outside is facilitated by a table with an umbrella on the terrace and a barbecue. 

The 8m x 4m pool is set at the back of the main garden and is securely, yet sympathetically fenced. Access to the pool is through the owners’ garden with the owners also having use of the pool. Sunloungers are provided for use around the pool or in the garden.

With wooden floors throughout and a wood burning stove, the barn allows plenty of room to relax indoors.

Bedroom 1 - Can be made up as double, twin or king-size bed
Bedroom 2 - Can be made up as double, twin or king-size bed
Bedroom 3 - Can be made up as single or twin bed 

Bathroom - bath with overhead shower, basin and toilet. 

The kitchen is fully equipped with all mod cons including: dishwasher, washing machine, gas cooker, microwave,fridge and freezer.  A blender is available for those with young babies.  A dining table allows seating for up to 6 people. 

High chairs and cots are available upon request.

A TV with video recorder (playback only), CD player with a selection of CD's, games, jigsaws, books and videos are provided.

Outside there is a badminton set, tennis racket, boules and a dart board

NB there will be an extra charge for heating if required - ie wood for the wood-burning stove