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Golden Moments: My 50th Birthday Celebration
I celebrated my 50th birthday with a relaxed and joyful drinks party on our terrace overlooking the Dordogne River. Surrounded by close friends, we enjoyed local wines, cocktails, and good conversation as the sun set over the water. The evening was filled with laughter, heartfelt toasts, and a stunning riverside view—an unforgettable way to mark this milestone.
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A Day for Workers, and for the Garden
May 1st in France is both Labour Day and a time for a lovely tradition — giving lily of the valley flowers for luck and happiness. I celebrate it quietly in my garden, picking the first blooms of muguet and enjoying their sweet scent, a simple way to mark the day with peace and meaning.
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☀️ Lunch in the Sunshine at Lidentique, Carsac — A Bike Ride from Carlux on the Voie Verte
Starting from the hilltop village of Carlux, enjoy a leisurely bike ride along the Voie Verte to Lidentique in Carsac-Aillac, a charming restaurant perfect for a sunny outdoor lunch. The 6–7 km route winds through peaceful countryside and takes about 45 minutes each way. After dining, explore nearby gardens or relax by the Dordogne River before cycling back—an ideal way to spend a relaxed day in the Dordogne.
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🍓 First Taste of Nabirat’s Strawberry Tart Fête
Visiting the Nabirat Strawberry Tart Fête was a delightful surprise. The small Dordogne village came alive with music, markets, and community spirit. The highlight was a massive, freshly made strawberry tart shared among locals and visitors. With lively performances, traditional bread baking, and friendly conversations, the festival offered a heartwarming taste of rural French life—one worth returning to.
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Escape to Tranquility: A Day at one of our Gîtes
Tucked away in the peaceful countryside, our gîtes offers more than just a place to stay—it’s an experience. Imagine waking up to birdsong, picking up fresh produce at the village market, and enjoying lazy lunches under the trees. Afternoons bring vineyard adventures or poolside lounging, and evenings are all about good food, golden sunsets, and stargazing.
Whether you're seeking a romantic escape, a family retreat, or simply a break from the everyday, our gîtes are the perfect place to slow down and soak it all in.
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🌧️🐾 Golden Chaos & April Showers: An Easter Carrot Hunt to Remember
There’s something beautifully unpredictable about Easter in April — one minute the sun is shining, and the next, you're sprinting through your garden, dodging raindrops and chasing a soggy golden retriever puppy through flower beds. And honestly? We wouldn’t have it any other way.
This year, our Easter celebration turned into an impromptu adventure full of mud, marshmallow fluff (aka Violet), and magical moments between April showers. Here’s a little peek into our garden’s soggiest, wiggliest carrot and duck hunt yet.
Happy (Soggy) Easter from our garden to yours! May your rain clouds pass quickly, your eggs, carrots and ducks stay dry (ish), and your four-legged friends find all the treats their little noses can sniff out.
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Above the Clouds: Sunrise Over the Dordogne River
Mist blankets the valley, the river hidden beneath a sea of clouds. Slowly, golden light spills over the hills, revealing a world suspended between sky and earth. 🌄✨ #DordogneMagic #SunriseViews #RuralFrance #LesParmeries #Carlux #Dordogne
A Rainy Day in the Dordogne
Rain in the Dordogne arrives gently, adding a quiet, timeless charm to the region. It softens the landscape, from misty hills to glistening village stones, creating a peaceful atmosphere. Locals slow down, enjoying cozy cafés, warm food, and scenic views, making even a rainy day feel magical and part of the region’s story. #LesParmeries #Carlux #Dordogne