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Location: Villefranche-du-Perigord, Aquitaine, France, Europe (50 minutes drive from the A20-the major motorway from Paris)
Accommodations: Gite, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths (Sleeps 6)
Sleeps 6. Self-catering gite in this secluded and rural part of the Dordogne, on the borders of the Lot. Detached, south facing, renovated stone Perigordian farmhouse, with its own private 10m x 5m swimming pool (lightly salted).
At the end of a track surrounded by lush rolling hills covered with chestnut and oak forests, Marou offers complete privacy, a perfect base for relaxing or activity holidays. The property (which is the owners' holiday home) lies 3km from Villefranche du Perigord, a bastide (fortified medieval) town dating from the 13th century with a covered market, square, and all facilities for shopping etc. The river Dordogne at Siorac and Domme is half an hour's drive north and the vineyards of the Lot valley a similar distance south. Nearby lie the beautiful bastide town of Monpazier and two historic castles: the handsome citadel of Edward I at Biron and the massive edifice at Bonaguil.
Marou is situated in the Perigord Noir, one of the most interesting parts of the region. It is laced with caves where prehistoric paintings have been discovered - over 150 sites line the Vézère river alone. The region is dark with trees, famous for walnuts and oaks, beneath which black truffles hide. The new National Museum of Prehistory is based here, perched on a cliff in the village of Les-Eyzies-de-Tayac.
The accommodation is arranged on three floors. You enter through the well-equipped kitchen. Two doors open from the kitchen: one to a ground floor bedroom which is furnished with a double bed and from which a glazed door opens onto the terrace in front of the pool; the other to a shower room/wc. Tiled floor throughout the ground floor.
There is a large, comfortably furnished living room on the first floor with a wood burning stove. There are shutters on 2 sides and a large door which opens onto the back of the house, making it cool even in the hottest weather with panoramic views over the valley. There is a dining table to seat at least 6 people, a stereo and many books/CDs/games.
The stairs rise from the living room to the second floor where there are two bedrooms with sloping ceilings and velux windows, each furnished with two single beds. On the same floor is a bathroom/wc. The house has wall mounted electric radiators and a telephone. All linen is provided.
Whether you are driving south from Paris or flying in from London, North America or Asia, getting to Marou is easy. The A20 autoroute, the major North-South Motorway from Paris to the South of France is only 50 minutes drive away. International airports Bergerac, Bordeaux and Toulouse are all within driving distance; and the direct train from Paris Austerlitz to Cahors takes 5 hours. Car rentals are available at all major railway stations.Location: 3km E of Villefranche du Perigord (all facilities), 12km N of Prayssac (all facilities) 35km NW of Cahors (large historical town, all facilities).
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Linens Provided: It is advisable to take your own beach towels.
- Off Street Parking: The gravelled drive is large enough to accomodate at least 4 cars
- Wood Fireplace
- Wood Stove: There is a wood-burning stove and a large supply of wood
- Beds
- Double Bed
- Twin/Single Bed (4)
- Entertainment
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Private Pool: The 10m x 5m pool is slightly salted, which is particularly beneficial to anyone with a skin complaint.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided: All the usual utensils are provided, including a hand-held blender.
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio: There is a large terrace surrounding the pool and an eating-out area next to the house, with a table, chairs and parasol. We've also got a grassy plateau on the lawn which gets the first rays of sun in the morning - a lovely place for breakfast.
- Communications
- Telephone: In-coming calls only.
- Other Amenities
- Large book library, games, CDs, lightly salted pool, beautiful rural views
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Boating
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Horseback Riding
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Other Activities
- Canoeing on the rivers Dordogne and Lot
Rate Details (In Pounds Sterling, Euros)
January - March 10 £600/week
April - June 10 £800/week
July - September 10 £1000/week
October - December 10 £800/week
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Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 1999
Why the Owner Chose Villefranche-du-Perigord
This is the most beautiful area of rural France we'd ever visited so when we decided to buy a house in France we only wanted to get one in the Perigord. We have never regretted it and love sharing it with other people.
Property Photos
- Front of house - Villefranche-du-Perigord Aquitaine, France Vacation Rental
- Sitting Room - Villefranche-du-Perigord Aquitaine, France Vacation Rental
- The salted (chlorine-free) pool and terrace - Villefranche-du-Perigord Aquitaine, France Vacation Rental
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