I'm 62, a TV writer, a writer, a journalist, a translator, and the happy the mother of wonderful 27 year old twins, living with my husband who is a lawyer. We recently established in Périgord vert (Dordogneshire!)

Welcome to La Croix des Granges, our little paradise, a 17th century farm, with a romantic garden, 8 acres of woodland and for your relaxation a 18m x 3,5m swimming pool facing the woods. Our 4 spacious guest rooms (Hibiscus, Jasmin, Iris and Magnolia) from 20 to 26 m² (from 25 to 39 m² including the bathroom) all enjoy a private ensuite bathroom with bath or shower and toilet and a beautiful view. Guests on the first floor can enjoy either the white or the black salon to work, to rest and to read. PS:Note that if you rent the Iris and Jasmin guest rooms together, the first floor can be fully privatized PPS: a delicious continental breakfast à la carte ( home made croissant, pain au chocolat, bread and jam, yogourt, orange juice and eggs, garden fruits when available) is optional with a supplement of 15 euros per person, it is 7 for children PPPS: Please note that our swimming pool is equipped with an electric cover, but there is no safety barrier, so children cannot have access to the pool without their parents and since the pool is shared with our guests staying in our 4 guest rooms, we ask our hosts to respect the privacy of others.

Nestled in a charming and peaceful hamlet, 2 kilometers from the lovely village of La Tour Blanche (bakery, butcher, post office, grocers, tobacconist and newsagents, hairdresser and a medical centre) our property is perfectly situated for discovering the authentic Perigord Vert and the best of the beautiful Charente. A “terroir” which boasts a rich heritage, a vibrant cultural life, a tradition of gastronomy and a wealth of natural unspoilt beauty.