From discovering the area to welcoming guests
Why Maison Sérénité became our place in France
After years of travelling through France, we were drawn to the quieter
countryside around Marsalès and the remarkable medieval bastide of
Monpazier. The setting offered what we had been looking for: space,
history, beautiful everyday landscapes and village life close enough to
enjoy without losing the calm of the countryside.
A restoration with a clear purpose
We spent three years carefully restoring Maison Sérénité. The aim was
not to remove its traditional Dordogne character, but to make the
house comfortable and practical for modern family holidays while
preserving the feeling that made us choose it.
That work shaped the way we host today. We understand the rooms, the
grounds and the practical details because we have been closely
involved in the property ourselves. Guests are therefore speaking to
the people who know the house, rather than to a remote call centre.
1
Discovering the Dordogne
Years of travelling in France led us to the countryside around Marsalès and Monpazier.
2
Choosing Maison Sérénité
The stone house, generous grounds and peaceful position gave the property its special potential.
3
Three years of restoration
We worked to retain the house’s character while improving comfort, facilities and family usability.
4
Sharing the house with guests
Today we personally prepare each stay and help visitors make informed plans before they arrive.
What owner-managed means in practice
Personal help without taking away your privacy
Good hosting is not about hovering over a holiday. It is about preparing
the house properly, answering honestly and making it easier for guests
to decide whether Maison Sérénité is right for their group.
01
Direct answers
Ask about bedrooms, the sofa bed, bathrooms, children’s equipment,
stairs, pool arrangements or anything else that affects your stay.
02
Careful preparation
We prepare the house with the group in mind, including the cot and
high chair when requested before arrival.
03
Useful local knowledge
We can help with markets, restaurants, villages, family days out,
walking, cycling and practical services around Monpazier.
04
A secure booking process
Questions come directly to us, while live pricing, booking requests
and payments continue through the secure Lodgify process.
Honest suitability matters: Maison Sérénité is a
traditional three-storey property with entrance steps and internal
stairs. Please discuss reduced-mobility requirements before reserving so
that we can describe the layout accurately.
