Of course the region is renowned for its abundance of fine wines, which are known throughout the world, especially the warm full-bodied red wines of the Bordeaux region. Having said that there are some real treasures of both white and rosé wines to discover. We can organise wine tastings for you so you get the most out of your visit to the area.

Places of interest:
* The village of Saint Emilion needs little introduction. This charming village with its cobbled streets, numerous restaurants, train rides and wine tours makes the perfect day trip. There are many opportunities amongst its cobbled streets to taste the wonderful fruits of the region.
* If you enjoy a slightly larger town, then Libourne and Bergerac are also close at hand for a very enjoyable day of shopping.
* Bordeaux is Frances fifth largest city and has a wealth of things to see and do, from , museums, galleries and guided tours to visits to the opera or concert hall.
* The traditional local market of Sainte Foy la Grande is where you will enjoy the buzzing atmosphere of this weekly event. It is renowned for being one of the best in the area and is a favourite haunt of many a tourist looking for a bargain.

For those who enjoy a slightly more energetic time, hikes along the Dordogne river, cross country cycling, canoeing, golf, horse riding, and even hot air balloon rides are available in the area.
The hotel also organises cycle trips through the vineyards and guided tours stopping at strategic points for tasting of the local produce. Enquiries should be made directly with the hotel to find out the full details.
The nearby lakes provide pedalos, jet skis, water skis and windsurfing amongst other activities. Or you could make the hour journey to the beaches of Biarritz or Arcachon where you can try your hand at surfing in the waves of the clear Atlantic sea.

The area is also steeped in history both ancient and modern and has many captivating stories to tell. Cycling is a great way to see the area and we can organise bikes and maps for you to explore, just let us know what you are looking for and we will do the rest.