Le Moulin de la Crouzille

Tourtoirac, Dordogne, South West France

Situated in gardens and grounds of some 12 acres Le Moulin de la Crouzille is a most beautifully and sensitively converted 19th century Mill within sight and sound of the small River Auverzere. Its perfect blend of period riverside charm and character combines with great comfort. For anyone who appreciates rivers, mills and La France profonde, this is a paradise.

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Overview

Sleeps: 14

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

1 double with en suite bathroom and adjoining children’s bunk room (2 single beds)
1 double with additional single bed with ensuite bathroom
1 double with shared bathroom
1 twin room with shared bathroom
1 twin room with ensuite bathroom
1 twin room – with WC and wash basin

Rent per week

£3,783 to £6,995 per week depending on the season. Saturday to Saturday.

Key features

Mid 19th century converted water mill
12 acres of gardens and grounds
12m x 6m heated outdoor swimming pool
Charming mill / riverside location
River swimming and canoeing

Testimonials

"We have holidayed in France for four decades, typically in old stone houses in the countryside, with the benefit of a pool. So, when the winter arrives in the UK and we start thinking of the following summer, we tend to have a very clear idea of what we want from our holiday home. So it was this year, though we hadn’t booked with Anglofrench Properties before and as always when you try something new, we approached the booking process somewhat cautiously. I seem to recall Jack telephoning us on the day we made an enquiry and his thoughtful, informative and steady approach put our minds at rest immediately. This was the way the whole booking process went, from start to finish, dedicated, personal and efficient - a way of working which was echoed in the way that the housekeepers looked after us, the house and the pool. Le Moulin, is an amazing property, with a fab pool (2.2m deep at one end, and larger than usual), in a peaceful and bucolic setting. We wished for nothing whilst there. Every part of the house and grounds is carefully tended, the bedrooms are all rather special, as is the space outside and the barn with its own dedicated facilities (how nice not to have to run into the house from the pool looking for a bathroom). The kitchen is vast and incredibly well resourced (I spatchcocked a chicken whilst there, and smiled when I found not one, but two pairs of poultry shears). The space the house and grounds provides is special, well looked after and invites and provides a great social setting for large groups - it might well be the best house we’ve rented in France."

Andrew Nicholls - 2025

"This was our third visit to Le Moulin de la Crouzille with children and grandchildren. It is a perfect place for a big family holiday - so much space inside and out, a beautiful situation by the river and island where we saw golden orioles and kingfishers. There is so much to do - the older children/young adults fished, kayaked, played ping-pong, waterskied, everyone swam in the elegantly refurbished pool, visited nearby chateaux, went shopping in the easily reachable supermarkets and boulangeries. The kitchen is huge so that the enthusiastic cooks can prepare their meal for fourteen while others sit on the sofas and chat or read or do jigsaws (we even found a jigsaw museum nearby). It is incredibly peaceful and relaxing and Sylvia and David who look after the house are terrific and immediately help if there is any kind of issue. "

Helen Fraser - 2025

"We had an idyllic multi-generational week here at the end of May. The house is well equipped, spacious and comfortable and we particularly enjoyed the various outdoor and semi-outdoor dining options. The pool is excellent and there are numerous pool toys available for the children. The location by the river and pool stream is very peaceful and attractive. We sighted otters, coypu and red squirrels. The grandchildren were excited to see their father catch (and return) little roach. The caretakers David and Sylvia were very friendly and efficient and gave us a number of helpful tips on local activities and restaurants. Jack Wingfield Digby the agent was as ever very helpful and ensured a stress free booking process and arrival. We've had quite a few family holidays in the Dordogne and the grandchildren pronounced this one the best French holiday ever."

Dennis Moore - 2025

"...the most charming of properties, Le Moulin de la Crouzille is as pretty as it is stylish and comfortable. Situated on its own little river, the Mill is beautifully located to enjoy the many delights of the Dordogne. We adored the area : the fields of sunflowers, the surrounding woodland which provided wonderful walks along ancient limestone tracks, the local night markets where our large party enjoyed suppers at long trestle tables surrounded by locals enjoying many gastronomic delicacies, and dancing afterwards beneath the stars in the village square. The house itself was wonderfully well-equipped with comfortable beds, a large kitchen with everything you could need and lots of different dining possibilities presented on the patios and terraces, or beneath the shady fig tree outside. Le Moulin de la Crouzille is perfectly pitched providing us with a wonderful base to enjoy a special family holiday in a beautiful region of France"

Victoria Hardman and the extended Coode family, Hampshire, Cornwall and Scotland 2022

"...We booked Le Moulin de la Crouzille for a post-pandemic family holiday across the generations. What a stunning house and location it was! Of course the weather helped, but it lived up to (and even exceeded) all expectations. The accommodation was "as it said on the tin" which was great. Everyone was delighted with their rooms and bathrooms, and the kitchen was a great focal point for much of the time. Our favourite place was the terrace outside the kitchen and we had almost every meal there. The lighting there also made it very magical in the evenings "

Sue and Andrew Wingfield Digby, Burford, England 2022

The House and Accommodation

The Kitchen

Base units on the kitchen side contain a full range of cooking equipment with pans above. There is also a double sink, Bosch dishwasher, gas and electric cooker (with 4 burner/rings), a double oven and a hotplate/surface. There is a microwave oven, toaster and cafetiere also a small fridge and a large full height fridge/freezer and ice making machine. Shelves contain an excellent library of cooking books.

One end of the kitchen forms a comfortable seating/relaxing area with two large sofas and an armchair around a coffee table.

The Sitting Room

A comfortable, spacious family room with two sofas, two armchairs and a coffee table. There is also a cards table set up with chairs and a chess set, a separate drinks table and chaise long.  There is a backgammon set and numerous board games including scrabble, trivial pursuit, puzzles and playing cards. There is a wood burning stove within a large traditional fireplace.

The Games Room

A huge room of barn like character with exposed beams, natural stone walls, a concrete floor and  windows for light on both East and West side. There is a large raised wooden mezzanine/stage at the Northern end. The main area of the barn (20m X 10m) lends itself to a wide variety of uses – table tennis, indoor football, indoor cricket, dancing, partying or group exercise of any sort. Should you experience a wet day this is a splendid place for children to let off steam.

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Bedroom 1 – The Master Bedroom

With king size double bed, comfortable sofa, armchair and french windows that open onto a south facing terrace with chairs and a table. It has a en-suite bathroom with twin sinks, a walk in shower, bath and WC.

Bedroom 2 – Bunk Room

Adjoins to bedroom 1. A children’s bedroom with 2 bunk beds.

Bedroom 3 – Twin Room

Two single beds (3’ X 6’). Windows open to the garden on the west side. This bedroom shares a bathroom with bedroom 4 and has a bath and full wall mirrors on two sides, WC and wash basin.

Bedroom 4 – Double room

Has a beautiful floral decorated four poster bed. Windows open to the garden on the west side. This bedroom shares a bathroom with bedroom 3 and has a bath and full wall mirrors on two sides, WC and wash basin.

Bedroom 5 – Double room

Double bed (6’6’’ X 5’3”) and separate single bed (6’6” X 3’ 3”). Has Air conditioning. Has an en suite bathroom with a bath and a shower over, wash basin and WC.

Bedroom 6 – Twin Room

With two single beds and window to West. Has air conditioning. There is a separate WC and washbasin with small dormer window facing east off the passageway adjoining the bedroom.

Bedroom 7

With two single beds (6’ X 3’). Airconditioning. Window to the West side and small window to the East side with adjoining steps to its en Suite Bathroom with generous old fashioned freestanding bath and hand held shower, wash basin and chaise longue.

NB: All bedrooms have electric fans, hairdryers, heated towel rails, generous fitted cupboards and hanging space.

Terraces and eating areas

There is a wonderful terrace between the pool house and the Mill House, under the shade of a spreading walnut tree. This is a place that catches the evening sun and is great for evening drinks, outside dining and relaxing.

Garden and Grounds

Le Moulin de la Crouzille is set in 12 acres of gardens and grounds on the banks of the Auvezere River. It is an idyllic mill setting. The buildings stand closest to the old mill leat which separates it from the main river.  This effectively forms a private island which can be reached by means of one of two charming old stone arched bridges, previously the walls of the original working mill. For anyone who appreciates rivers and mills this, within earshot of the sound of running water, is a paradise.

The gardens immediately surrounding the mill buildings are predominantly lawn on varying levels with a variety of climbers, flowering shrubs, fruit and other trees. The gardens give way to meadows and farmland on the Western side and to the river on the Eastern side.

Croquet and badminton on the lawns provide options for recreation and gentle exercise. The various different areas of lawn, garden and yard areas also provide a variety of sporting sites for La Boule.

Swimming Pool

Within a convenient 100 m of the mill house is a heated and filtered Swimming Pool (measuring 12m x 6m) with steps at the shallow end (1m depth) shelving to 2.4m at the deep end. The secluded pool area is framed by tall hornbeam hedges on two sides and a wall with climbing pears and fruit trees on the other.  There are sunbeds, parasols and a separate seating area with rattan sofas, chairs and cushions. Also a table and chairs for eating poolside. There are a selection of pool toys for children.

Location

Having crossed the small river Auverzere on a quiet, narrow country road within sight of the small village of la Palue, Le Moulin de la Crouzille is reached by its own drive descending towards the river.

This is classic Dordogne country. For beauty, interest and tranquillity its as lovely as you will find anywhere in rural France.

The nearest village of note is Tourtoirac (3kms), a pretty village with a monastery, two small, good and unpretentious restaurants and bars, a charcuterie and an excellent boulangerie.

This is your nearest morning port of call for croissants, French loaf and a delicious choice of tartelettes!

The magnificent Chateau (and gardens) of Hautefort are only 6kms away with a number of restaurants, bars and shops as well as public (and free) all weather tennis courts. Local towns of Excideuil (10kms) and Montignac (20kms) are charming and full of interest. Both have markets and a wider choice of restaurants, shops, supermarkets and local interest.

How to get there

Airports

Bergerac and Limoges airports are just over an hour’s drive away and Bordeaux Airport is two hours. Brive-la- Gaillarde airport is also under an hour.

Train

The nearest TGV stations are at Limoges and Brive-le-Gaillarde.

Things to see and do nearby

Markets

Local produce amid colourful hustle and bustle. Normally in full swing by 8am and finished by lunchtime.

  • Perigeux (Wednesdays and Saturdays), the capital of The Perigord region
  • Excideuil (Thursdays), only 6 miles to the North
  • Montignac (Wednesdays) a beautiful town on The Vezere river to the South.
  • St Agnan (Thursday evening) Book Cocopat for dinner and enjoy the market afterwards
Brocantes

There is one in St Agnan, a couple in Hautefort and more in Excideuil and Perigeux

Vineyard tours and Wine

Wine — around Bergerac there are 6 small appellations. Monbazillac is the excellent local pudding wine, much better value than Sauternes.  There are also very drinkable reds and whites made around Bergerac; Pecharmant is a small appellation in the Bergerac region – very much a big claret and if you get a good one, much better value that its better known cousins. The other one to keep an eye out for is Clairet – it is between a light claret and rose – a great summer drink and again good value – like all wines it is a matter of kissing a few frogs but it can be fun trying!  Try some of the supermarkets’ local wines too.

We would highly recommend dinner or lunch at Hotel Chateau des Merles nearby.

Vineyard tours: You could spend a merry day around Bergerac, visiting the various appellations:

Percharmant: www.chateau-de-tiregand.com is a pretty chateau which makes good quality Pecharmant and does tours (2.30 on a Tue or Fri go on an English speaking tour – book on the website); just visit them at another time for a free tasting. My favourite Pecharmant (but not cheap) is the l’Ambroisie made by https://www.terrevieille.com/ ; try their other wines too (a good rose, wittily named; I love his Rosette, a sweet aperativ; the winemaker/owner Pierre has great taste – and he speaks good English).

For Monbazillac, Chateau Monbazillac has sensational views and good wine; you can tour inside the chateau and then partake in free wine tasting in their shop; don’t bother with their ‘degustation’.   A charming ‘farmer run’ place with good Monbazillac is Chateau Haute Fonrousse https://chateau-haute-fonrousse.fr/producteur-recoltant-vins-monbazillac .  We love a more classically elegant chateau, again with great views and some excellent wines: https://www.belingard.com/la-gamme-des-vins .  Others include Domaine Grange Neuve.  http://www.grangeneuve.fr/https://www.chateau-montdoyen.com/product-category/mbz/ and https://www.ladesvignes.com/nos-vins/#cuvee-automne

Bordeaux: Our favourite place to explore is St. Emillion (en route to Bordeaux). Excellent lunch/dinner at La Plaisance after being immersed in viniculture.

Go Ape!

Go Ape! – Thenon. ‘L’Appel de la Foret is a superb outing for all those not vertically challenged and with plenty of energy for a morning or afternoon.  The tree walking set up is only 20 minutes away and caters for anyone over the age of 7.

Local Towns

Excideuil is a charming town with an attractive town square and castle dating back to the 12th Century. Market day is Thursday and an excellent day to visit. Further (55 minutes/36 miles to the South) Sarlat-le-Caneda is a fascinating small town with excellent shopping of all kinds and a wealth of restaurants from Michelin starred to more modest establishments that pride themselves on their cuisine. Good food is taken very seriously in The Dordogne! The beautiful medieval town centre is superbly floodlit at night and well worth a nocturnal visit.

Fishing

Try your luck for roach (quite tasty with enough seasoning!) in the pools around the island adjacent to the mill. There are also brown trout in the river.  There are rods available to use. Guests are asked to replace any lost/broken items from the local supermarkets in Excideuil.

Horse Racing

Wonderful scenic jump course at the impressive Chateau Pompadour. About an hour’s drive. Need to call the tourist office or visit the racecourse site for race days. An entertaining day trip if there is racing on.

Caves

 The recently opened Grottes on the outskirts of Toutoirac are good (3kms) and The Prehistoric caves of Lascaux and les Eyzies (40 minutes/22 miles) and their fascinating paleolithic wall paintings, designated as a world heritage site, are world renowned

Chateaux

You are spoilt for choice with the remarkable Chateau at Hautefort (a world heritage site) and its formal gardens being the closest example. There are plenty of others in the region – three impressive and better known examples being Losse, Castelnaud and Beynac.

Tourist Office

The best local one is in the main street in Excideuil.

Restaurants

There is an extensive choice for all budgets. Truffles and Foie Gras are a speciality in the many good to outstanding restaurants in the region. A recommended selection are contained in The House Information Folder.

Golf

Domaine d’Essendieras, a 9 hole course, is one of the closest, just North of Excideuil and in the grounds of its magnificent Chateau. It also has a tennis court and a good restaurant.

Gardens

three exceptional examples are The Hautefort Chateau Gardens, Erygnac with over 10 ha of sculpted plants, a unique example of Topiary Art in France and L’Imaginaire Terrasson with its Michelin star restaurant, a contemporary garden that has been planted up a hillside overlooking the lovely town of Terrasson. The gardens occupy different terraces up the hillside. Pechamant. Chateau de Tiregand is a pretty Chateau which makes good quality Pecharmant and does tours.  Chateau Monbazillac itself is a fine Chateau which makes good wine and you can tour the Chateau too. For Bordeaux, a little further, you could do no better than explore St Emillion, en route to Bordeaux. Having immersed yourself in viniculture enjoy an excellent lunch/dinner at La Plaisance.

Canoes/Kayaks/Canoeing

Start paddling in Cherveix Cubas and arrive at the mill via our stretch of the Auvezere river (going with the flow). Call 00 33 615 45 5519 to book kayaks. ‘Vert Auvezere’ will pick you up downstream at the end of the day in Tourtoirac or as far as St. Eulalie and return you to the start in Cherveix Cubas. Closed Mon/Tues.

Alternatively, drive South to the beautiful town of Montignac and take canoes to venture along the bigger Vezere river, another tributary to the Dordogne; takes you past the fabulous Chateaux de Losse. Book beforehand: 0033 55350 1926 or 0033 55305 1011, open 7 days/wk.

A third option, one hour away, is a half day canoe on the Dordogne River.  Great scenery.  www.canoe-roquegeoffre.com/en .  Take a change of clothes then have dinner in stunning Sarlat.

Bicycling/Bike Hire

This is excellent bicycling country and a wonderful way to see and enjoy the local area. Bicycles can be booked on arrival. Details are in The House Information Folder.

Walks/Walking

There are wonderful walks all over the area some starting from Le Moulin itself and a much larger choice locally.

Horse Riding

In Tourtoirac. This nearby Dutch set up at Les Tourtourelles can cater for all abilities and provides a nice way of hacking through some of the neighbouring countryside. Drive over the river bridge in Tourtoirac village and follow their signs for 2 km.

Alternatively, a days outing with good horseriding – south of Perigueux – Elevage de Pile -05 53 81 30 85 – must book.

Local Villages

There are any number of pretty villages in the surrounding area. Tourtoirac, with its most interesting Benedictine Abbey is the closest but there are many others, good examples including Hautefort, also Coulaures and the little villages and Chateaux of Saint-Jory-las-Bloux, Clermont-d-Excideuil and Saint-Germain-des-Pres.

Water skiing and wake boarding

There is a superb wire system with ski jumps on a lake at Rouffiac, just East of Angoise

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    Arrival welcome and departure: Tenants will be met on arrival by the house managers and will be shown how everything works both inside and out. They are also contactable by telephone in the event of an emergency of if you have any questions. 

    Wifi and Broadband: There is wifi broadband internet access. There is also a printer which can be connected via WiFI or USB cable. There is a telephone for incoming calls only. Mobile phone signal is generally good and the WiFi is very reliable for mobiles too.

    Housebook: There is a housebook kept at the Moulin gives further information as appropriate on all aspects relating to the property and surrounding areas.

    Additional entertainment: There are a number of English books and a choice of boardgames, chess, backgammon and playing cards for the use and enjoyment of the tenants. 

    Music and TV: There is a selection of CD’s below the stereo system in the sitting room. There is a TV in the sitting room with terrestrial channels and Sky. The DVD player with a selection of DVD’s is beneath the TV.

    Services included: The garden ground and surrounding land are the responsibility of David who may make the occasional appearance to tend and water the garden as required. Grass cutting etc is normally carried out on Saturdays during the period between guests departing and arriving. 

    Misja, responsible for pool maintenance, will appear once a week to clean and maintain the pool.

    Optional / additional services available: By prior arrangement and agreement, pre arrival shopping can be arranged aswell as extra cleaning, laundry and ironing. 

    Provided sufficient notice is given, a part time cook can be found. Her wage will be the responsibility of the tenants and can be ascertained in advance should tenants wish. Celebratory hampers can also be arranged.

    Utilities: There is a washing machine, tumble dryer, iron and drying racks located in the cave (utility room) beneath the main stone stairs, accessed from outside.

    Air conditioning and heating: there are fans and / or air conditioning in all the bedrooms. This is also an all year around property and is centrally heated throughout. Logs for the wood burner can be provided and there is a store of dry wood available in the barn.

    Children: there are three travel cots and three high chairs.

    Car Parking: A generous parking area on the eastern side of the mill adjoins the gardens and river.

    Dogs: One clean and well behaved dog subject to final approval by the owners. Second dog on request and only by express permission of the owners. Dogs are not permitted upstairs in bedrooms or on furniture. Please bring a dog bed with you. A charge of £20 per dog per week and will need to charge for any damage or stains at full replacement cost. The £1,500 damage deposit also can be deducted if dog hairs are in the house where the dog should not be. Moulting dogs must stay outside and sleep in the cool Cave (below the outside stairs), or owners’ cars.  In the hotter July and August daytimes, dogs will find the Cave an especially cool place, if not the shade of the many trees.  There is a shaded woodland walk close by: walk up to the village of La Palue.  PLEASE NOTE THERE IS NO FENCE OR HEDGE STOPPING THE DOGS GOING WALK ABOUT.

    Miscellaneous and other: The guests may help themselves to fresh herbs growing in the stone trough outside the kitchen.

    Rents

    2026
    2026 Rents Weekly rate
    January, February and March £3,783
    April and May £5,509
    June £5,509 
    July, August and up to the 5th September £6,995
    From the 5th September to the end of September £5,509
    October and November and up to the 19th of December £3,783
    19th December to 2nd January 2027 £5,509

     

    2027
    2027 Rents Weekly rate
    January, February up to 27th March £3,896
    27th March to April 3rd £6,175
    April 3rd to 26th June £5,674
    26th June to 4th September £7,205
    4th September to 2nd October £5,674
    2nd October to 6th November £5,145
    6th November to 18th December £3,896
    18th December to 25th December £5,674

     

    Terms and Conditions

    The Booking Process – A deposit of 25% of the rent will be payable to Anglo French Properties Ltd on signing the Rental Agreement with the 75% balance to be paid 8 weeks prior to the commencement of the tenancy.

    Security Deposit – A Booking and Security Deposit will also be payable to Anglo French Properties Ltd on signing the Rental Agreement. This will secure the booking and will cover (a) the cost of telephone calls made on the landline during the tenancy, (b) the cost of replacing/making good any losses, breakages and/or damages incurred during the rental, and (c) any exceptional cleaning work which may be required at the end of the tenancy. It will be refunded (less any deductions as outlined above) within 4 weeks of the conclusion of the tenancy. Tenants should advise Anglo French Properties Ltd at the end of each rental of any breakages, losses and/or damages. This is in lieu of an inventory. The housekeeper will also check and advise of any damage/loss.

    Minimum stay: Unless otherwise agreed, all rentals will be for a minimum of one week and will begin and end on a Saturday.

    Arrival Time and Departure times: Tenants should arrive as soon as possible after 4pm on the commencement day. They will be welcomed on arrival, given a tour of the property and shown how everything works. Tenants should leave by 10am on the agreed day of departure.

    Number of People: Unless otherwise agreed, there should not be more than 14 people (plus babies) staying in the property at any one time.

    Security: The owners’ insurance policy requires that all doors are locked, and that all windows and shutters are closed when tenants are away from the property.

    Energy costs are included: The energy costs are included in the rental price.

    Heating costs are included: The heating costs are included in the rental price.

    Swimming pool heating: Swimming pool heating is included in July and August but charged, if required, @£200/week in June and September. Pool heating charges for other months will be confirmed as appropriate/applicable.

    Linen and towels: Linen and towels, and the cleaning of the linen and towels are included in the rental price. These will be changed on a weekly basis.

    Pets: One clean dog is permitted. He/she must be well-behaved and approved by the Lessors

    Smoking: No smoking allowed inside the property. Caution should be taken when smoking outside during the summer months as the risk of fire can be extremely high.

    Internet access: yes, included in the rental price.

    Optional / additional services available: any additional services, if available, (eg extra cleaning or cooking) will be agreed in advance at a pre-agreed rate per hour. These costs will be the sole responsibility of the tenant.

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