La Truffière

Choosing a holiday destination in the Dordogne is never easy as there is so much choice!

The most important thing for us is that you leave the Truffière saying "We made the right choice".

So to help you in your choice, we are going to try to tell you about the Truffière, through these few lines, being as objective as possible. To do this, what better way than to rely on the opinions of holidaymakers who have already stayed in our gîte village! 

Why did they choose a holiday rental at La Truffière in the Périgord?

Calmness to rest, an authentic place to disconnect, wide open spaces to take a breath of fresh air, in short nothing extravagant but nature, nature and more nature.

That's what La Truffière is all about, nestled on a small wooded hill in a natural and forested environment in the absolute calm of the Périgord Noir. Far from any light pollution, you will be able to contemplate the fabulous starry skies of the summer or admire the sublime sunsets on the valley which are so much talked about.

Our small village of 12 air-conditioned gîtes and chalets is ideally situated. From La Truffière you can go hiking on the many surrounding paths or just down the road go for long family bike rides on the "voie verte" or enjoy the wilderness along the Dordogne river or perhaps tease the gudgeon!

A holiday to relax but also to have fun 

La Truffière " a paradise for children ", once again we hear this phrase very often from parents but also from children. So much so that when you ask them the famous question "what did you like best during your holiday?" you can probably guess the answer! Well, yes: "the swimming pool heated to 28° without chlorine, which doesn't sting the eyes" and "the large playground" free of charge: bouncy castle, slackline, table football, archery, table hockey, table tennis, trampolines, spring horses.... The list is long!

Also on site and, without ever being obligatory, but to bring the conviviality which contributes to the magic of the holidays and which we appreciate so much, we will propose to you throughout the week activities and animations adapted to all the ages.

On Sunday evening, we will tempt your taste buds with a tasting of regional products: the welcome drink! Nothing more traditional, we agree! But we can assure you that it is a very appreciated moment, we exchange around a glass with the holiday makers who like you discover the Truffière for the first time or those that we call friendly "our repeaters" and who will be happy to advise you on the good plans of the region. As for the children, guess what they are doing? Well yes, they have already taken over the coveted playground and are already making their first holiday friends!

Many people tell us that we put our heart into it, that we are very available without being intrusive, and we are flattered. What we want above all is for everyone to feel at home but on holiday! 

Pilate sessions, children's and teenagers' workshops, visits to local producers, hikes accompanied by Hubert, pétanque competitions, Périgord meals with the famous pig on a spit, swimming pool nights... entertainment for all and all in a very simple and good mood!

What to do in the Dordogne?

"There are so many things to do and see", "We won't have time to do everything", "We'll have to come back", etc. These few words sum up the situation quite well!

For those who already know or those who have planned to come and have already done their research, after having chosen their gîte, they will still have to choose, because here too the choice is very vast!

Country of 1001 castles, Dordogne Land of History... from prehistory to today... There is something for everyone! Follow in the footsteps of Cro-Magnon man near the Vézère, let yourself be transported into the medieval life of the castle of Castelnaud or that of Les Milandes and the destiny of an exceptional woman, Joséphine Baker. Film lovers will not be left out with the château of Beynac and its famous "Visitors", the château of Le Paluel where the film "The Tattooed Man" was shot or the superb château of Fénelon where Ridley Scott very recently set his cameras for "The Last Duel".

We are well aware that visits represent a significant budget!

That's why we can only recommend the free mobile application "Terra aventura" designed by the Nouvelle Aquitaine Region. With this application you can organise a treasure hunt to visit some of the most beautiful villages in France. We can assure you, children love to go in search of the little Poi'z, and parents to say on their return "we didn't even hear them grumble!

Whatever you want to do, we will be there to advise you, to give you our favourites and our good plans.

Group Gîte 

Once again, it is the bucolic and country side that seduces the groups who have already stayed at the Truffière! The guinguette spirit, certainly, accentuated by Hubert, who, with his beret firmly fixed on his head, will take out his accordion and will play some well known refrains... if you feel like it, of course!

Cousinades, birthdays, weddings, with family or friends, groups of hikers, bikers, motorcyclists...the privatization of our domain will bring you all the comfort of individual accommodations (60 beds in 12 gîtes) but also a large reception room of 96m2 where you can all meet.

Once again, the most important thing for us is that you leave conquered and that you, in turn, want to tell about your weekend!

This is how you can count on our advice and support in the organisation of your event and agree together on the formula that suits you best.

We hope that these few lines will have given you the desire to come and visit our little hill and if necessary, do not hesitate to call us for a first contact.

We look forward to welcoming you 

Muriel and Hubert