In the area 

The south west of France is famed for its produce markets.  Each village hosts a market on a different day of the week.  Markets are in th emornings only & close at midday.  Around us you will find : 

Monday - Castillon la Bataille

Tuesday - Sauveterre de Guyenne & Libourne

Wednesday - Pellegrue

Thursday - Branne

Friday - Libourne 

Saturday - Saint Foy La Grande

Sunday - Libourne & Issegeac (1hrs drive but worth it)

St. Emilion is located in the heart of France's Bordeaux wine region.  The entire village is a UNESCO world heritage site.  It is famous for its rich history and beautiful scenery as well as its famed right bank appellation wines. While exploring its cobblestone streets, you'll appreciate the medieval architecture and surrounding famous chateaux. Don't miss the chance to visit the historic and sample the renowned local wines.  Wine tours are best booked in advance. St. Emilion promises an unforgettable cultural experience.

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Bordeaux is a beautiful city to visit.  It sits on the banks of the Garonne river and its a place where history and modernity blend. Stroll its beautiful streets, savour exquisite wines and enjoy local cuisine at one its many charming bistros. Visit the iconic Place de la Bourse and the famous promenade Sainte Catherine, the longest shopping street in Europe. Also a must is the Cité du Vin for an immersive wine experience and L'espace Darwin (right bank). Bordeaux offers a unique adventure for all!

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There are many famous & beautiful chateaux to visit in and around the Saint Emilion, Pomerol and left bank (Médoc) areas.  For bookings you can contact the chateaux directly or we can help you with guided tours through a number of local companies.  You can also hire bikes from Saint Emilion itself or Château Soutard to explore the area.  Château Soutard also offers picnics which you need to pre-book.

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There are many lovely towns to visit, including Bergerac which is less than an hours drive away. Bergerac is situated on the Dordogne river and is famed for its medieval architecture, lovely restaurants and is also well known as a wine appellation.  Visiting Bergerac is a great day out.  A bit further north east is the town of Sarlat, which is also worth visiting. 

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Many chateaux offer wine tasting experiences.  Whether you want to go for the big name chateaux or smaller less well known estates, the experience will always be highly interesting and delicious.  We can help you to book a tasting or you can book directly at many of the better known chateaux.

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The beautiful white sandy beaches of the Atlantic are arounds 2hrs drive away, just west of Bordeaux.  They are well worth the visit.  Cap Ferret is an all time favorite, especially if you love oysters, as are Archachon with its famous market & Pyla famed for its mountainous sand dune.

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There are many restaurants for you to indulge your passion for food and local cuisine.  From Michelin * & ** to local menu de jours for 16€ and everything in between, there's a restaurant to suit.  Click the link to see our restaurant list, which is no way exhaustive !! 

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Restaurant list 

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Designed by famed American course designer Tom Doak, the golf course at Saint Emilion is a must for golf enthusiasts.  The beautiful course stretches out over the pleasantly rolling hills and is surrounded by forest. The club house has a great restaurant where you can enjoy lunch with friends be they golfers or non golfers. Click the link to take you to the website.

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Grand Saint Emilionnais Golf

There are various activities you can book on the beautiful Dordogne river.  The river has a current so various companies will take you up stream then you can glide back for a relaxing low effort activity while taking in the beautiful river scenery & local birdlife. Activities range from canoeing to kayaking & rowing.  Click on the link below for more information 

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River adventures Castillon and surrounds​​​​​​​​

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If you feel like a night of spectacular entertainment as well as brushing up on your history, then go and see this.  It tells the story of Richard Lionheart and the last battle of the 100 year war, which took place in Castillon-la-Bataille (hence the name).  Although it's in French, you should be able to follow along enough and in any case you will be wowed !! Horses and knights gallop around at full flight, there are monks and taverns, Kings and Queens and a lots of pyrotechnics ! It has a late start as it needs to be dark, so it often doesn't get underway before 22h30 but if you go early you can have a bite to eat and a drink with a monk. 

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Battle of Castillon