This old, quiet place in the Périgord felt as if time had stood still.
The scent of wood, the gentle rustling of leaves, the view across the fields - everything breathed calm.
It felt like coming home.
We had no plan.
Only a desire for simplicity, space, and something to build ourselves - both literally and figuratively.
What followed was a time of searching, demolishing, laughing, swearing, and starting over again.
Here we found exactly what we were looking for: space, silence, and a genuine connection with nature. Claud du Moine is a homestead where simplicity, sustainability, and autonomy guide everything we do.
We believe in small-scale living, respect for nature, and genuine attention.
In stepping away from the clock, from busyness and constant obligations.
Waking up to birdsong, having breakfast on the terrace, getting lost in a book
or on a walk - and simply feeling: this is enough.
Why do we do this?
Because the world seems to spin faster than is good for us.
Because peace, freedom, and contentment also have their value.
Because for us, simplicity is not a lack - it is a form of richness.
Because enough feels richer (than endlessly wanting more).
Because it feels right.
Claud du Moine is not a random stop along the way.
It is our destination.
This place makes us happy - and we love sharing that happiness.
Questions? Feel free to send us a message!