History & Local Sites
La Brandette was a working farm handed down from family to family until 1986, when we purchased it. We are located in the Dordogne, the Perigord Vert region, which is renowned for its Perigordine cuisine; maigret de canard (duck breast), foie gras (we all know what that is !), black truffles & walnuts which are made into superb – delicious walnut oil. You can dine in many nearby restaurants specializing in local cuisine from casual to elegant.
Some of the Local Sites are:
Les Eyzies
The internationally renowned pre-historic caves are a must see; among them, Lascaux II, La Grotte Font de Gamme, with astonishing 20,000 year old wall paintings. And the most amazing beautiful caves of Stalactites & Stalagmites, only 2 hrs. away.
St. Emillion
A charming Medieval village with gorgeous views of the beautiful, world-famous St. Emillion vineyards, 1hr.
Bordeaux
The 3rd largest city in France and after 10 years of extensive renovation, it is now considered to be one of France’s most stunning cities.
Wine tasting and luxurious accommodations at all the well-known Chateaux in the Bordeaux area: Lafite Rothchild, Lynch Bages, Margaux, St. Estephe, Medoc, Pauillac, just to name a few. There is even a very luxurious health spa, “Caudalie” at Chateau Lafite Rothchild. In Bordeaux you will never want for restaurants, great shopping, Museums, theatre and of France’s most highly- regarded hospital complexes 1¼ hrs
Aubeterre
Visit the 1,000-year-old Monolithic Church, the charming tree-shaded town square with the most delicious Creperie in the area, “Sel et Sucre”. In the valley below there is the Dronne River with its lovely beach, picnic areas and kayak rentals. 30 min.
Brantome
One of the most picturesque, most photographed towns in France. It is often called “The Venice of France”. Lots of restaurants, shops, walking and even canoeing are available. The famous Relais de Chateau, “Moulin de L’Abbaye”, is worth a gastronomic lunch or dinner on the terrace. 45 min.
Other Activities:
Tour the Dordogne’s celebrated Chateaux with their exquisite gardens, explore antique shops, hot air balloon trips, tennis, golf, canoeing, horseback riding and more. If you fancy horseracing, spend a delightful day at Pompadour watching steeplechase races, in the shadow of the Chateau of Madame de Pompadour, mistress of Louis XV. There are also racetracks in Cognac & Bordeaux.