Entrance to Cottage Swimming Pool Private side of the Cottage Sunny private terrace & orchard Lounge with open fireplace Dining area and lounge Fully fitted kitchen Bedroom - ideal for children Bedroom - Double Bed Bedroom - 2 single beds
Ref No: 5499
Superbly converted barn, well appointed, tastefully furnished for a self-catering holiday near St Julien de Lampon, Dordogne SW France
10 Guests
Vacation / Holiday rental, Heated swimming pool, Available all year, TV French
Summary: Situated in a small hamlet, not far from the delightful village of St Julien de Lampon and close to one of the most beautiful rivers in France, La Dordogne, there is an extremely charming barn converted to a very high standard. It is decorated in fresh, pretty colours making it a most inviting holiday home full of light and sunshine. The attention to detail is superb and the kitchen, although tiny, is fully equipped with everything you could possibly need - it is quite a feature! The bathrooms/shower rooms are exquisitely tiled.
In the grounds of the owners house, which is an old, converted Presbytery next to the cemetery, guests should not be worried about lack of privacy as the owners house (which is about 10m away) can only be seen from one side of the cottage. The sunny terrace, private, heated, salt water swimming pool, huge gardens and walnut orchard are at the far side of the cottage and not overlooked.
The main railway line from Paris to Toulouse is beyond the extensive gardens but does not detract in any way from the utter peace and quiet of this delightful cottage (on our inspection, a train passed by, and we did not find the noise intrusive). Within walking distance of the cottage is a newly opened Auberge/Restaurant, which looks charming although we have not had a chance to sample the fare - yet!
Accommodation: Ground Floor:
Entrance door to a very pretty open plan living area with:
Dining table and chairs
Oak beams
Comfortable settee and armchairs
TV (French)
Coffee table, sideboard, cupboard
Open fireplace
Tiny, but fully equipped kitchen
French windows/doors to both sides of the room giving a superb sunny aspect
Hallway with wardrobe and further hanging space leads to:
Separate WC with wash hand basin
1 double bedroom with double bed, chest of drawers, bedside tables, large wardrobe. En suite with fully tiled shower room containing shower cubicle and wash hand basin, large mirror with lights over
Utility room with washing machine, ironing board
A wide staircase leads to the:
First Floor:
Wide landing with a single bed for occasional guest/child
1 very large bedroom with 2 single beds & bunk beds, walk-in cupboard with shelving
Bathroom with shower cubicle and wash hand basin
Separate WC
2nd large bedroom with 2 single beds, chest of drawers
3rd double bedroom with double bed, wardrobe, bedside tables
Outside:
Leading from one side of the lounge is a sunny terrace for al fresco dining
Delightful large orchard/garden for exclusive use of guests
Beautifully appointed heated, salt water pool (10 x 4.5m) with pool shower and separate WC.
Facilities:
Dishwasher, microwave, electric oven & hob, microwave, coffee machine, kettle, large fridge with good sized freezer compartment, washing machine, ironing board and iron
Radio for playing cassettes and CD’s
Under-floor central heating
Large wooden garden table and chairs, sun loungers, sun umbrella
BBQ
3 mountain bikes and 1 for a child
Double glazed windows throughout, all with blinds, some electric, for keeping the cottage cool in summer
Dimmer lights in lounge
Cot and high chair
Bed linen/personal towels included in price
Nearby
St Julien de Lampon (5kms), charming village with pavement cafes, bars, boulangerie, butchers, etc.
Souillac (8kms), medieval market town with supermarkets
Sarlat (20km), another medieval market town - visit the old town
River Dordogne close by with facilities for hiring canoes.
Notes
Available for holiday rental all year - please apply for prices. Discounts given for 4, 6, and 8 persons, except for July and August.
Charge of Euro 70 per week for heating during Autumn and Winter months.
Because of the heated swimming pool, some exceptional fixtures and fittings, the property carries a £500 refundable damages deposit