My wife and I enjoyed five delightful days on this grand estate, Les Charmes de Carlucet. The ambiance, both inside and out, dripped with Dordogne-style luxury while our hosts, the Edgars, created the easiness of a home-away-from-home atmosphere. This expansive, walled property is replete with all the amenities necessary for a country vacation (family or lonesome traveler) and is situated in the middle of countless opportunities to experience the Dordogne. Mr. Edgar provided us with a long list of prospects that allowed us to partake in the foie gras, walnut harvest, truffles and wine that abounds in and around beautiful hill towns and villages. Across a short valley from Les Charmes lies a medieval church that gives added charisma to the immediate surroundings. The photographs presented on the Les Charmes website are inspiring enough but do not entirely capture the exquisite beauty of this estate.

We were provided a fully furnished apartment with a large patio that lacked nothing. Our hosts made restaurant recommendations and gave us tips regarding places we planned to visit. Sarlat is only a fifteen minute drive. We made our own breakfasts so we cannot comment directly about the quality of their breakfast but two lady guests told us that they enjoyed the personal touch put to delicious breakfasts the Edgars served them.

Les Charmes is as close to guaranteed satisfaction as possible. Martin B.

Wonderful B&B, wonderful hosts, great breakfast. We stayed in the Lavande room - - just perfect for a family of 4. We did not get to try the pool (this was in May and still quite chilly) but the next time we go we will definitely take a dip! the hotel is close to Sarlat town which must not be missed. We were lucky to be there on Tuesday, which was market day.There were so many wonderful cheeses, foie gras and wine. We highly recommend this hotel and the Dordogne area!

The buildings and grounds are beautiful and peaceful but handy to all the fabulous attractions of the Perigord region. Charming french host and english hostess. Eric has excellent knowledge of the area and his comprehensive advice on itineraries and destinations should be heeded to make the most of your stay.

We stayed at les charmes for 2 nights and it really was wonderful. from the moment we knocked on the door eric was charming, accommodating and as helpful as you want him to be!! the place is stunning and a lovely spot for heading out to the surrounding area or just sitting around and relaxing in the huge garden! lots of fantastic places to eat around too which eric is more than happy to recommend and book! all in all it was a brilliant short stay in a great place with lovely hosts!