Location: Domme, Aquitaine, France, Europe (Domme is just 14 kms from Sarlat and 1 hour from Bergerac)
Accommodations: 18th Century Stone House, 3 Bedrooms, 1 Bath (Sleeps 5-6)
Kestrel Cottage is a gorgeous, newly decorated and highly maintained property which forms part of our lovely La Prairie Estate here in Le Peyruzel. Just minutes drive from the stunning riverside village of Daglan and a beautiful meander down the valley to the equally stunning world renowned villages of La Roque Gageac, Beynac and Domme.
The cottage dates from 1809 and was fully transformed from a Byre in 1997 and re-decorated just before Christmas 2008. It is a wonderfully airy house that remains cool in the very hot months of June, July and August but is equally as cozy in the cooler months.
There is a log burner and radiators so you will not be cold and the house has plenty of cozy corners, soft rugs and fully lined curtains, making this a real home not a holiday rental!
There are French doors leading to the main part of the house and the kitchen, dining area and living space are all on the same spacious floor, decorated in yellows and blues. Up the stairs to the little landing and the lovely bathroom with bath, showerhead, toilet and sink. The three bedrooms all have either windows or velux's. There are two twin bedrooms and one gorgeous double bedroom.
All the rooms have been fully updated and renovated. There are soft towels in the cupboard for swimming and the bath and the kitchen is complete with everything you need in order to test your culinary skills! There is no need to bring any house linen whatsoever and that includes bath mats, tea towels and table cloths. In fact everything is provided but if there should be anything missing that you deem necessary to make your holiday what it should be then please don't hesitate to let me know!
Outside there are two terraces for your private use, neither of which are overlooked. One of the terraces has eating facilities and a BBQ of course and the other terrace at the front of the house has fabulous views across toward the lovely Chateau in the village.
The swimming pool is just a few metres walk away and has plenty of sunbeds and plenty of space around including a wonderful pool house for that much needed shade during the hot months.
There is a fully equipped laundry room, a wonderful toy barn for the children and a great outdoor play area complete with football, log cabins, swings, slides, sandpit and table tennis. There is also a covered garage for cars.
The surrounding area is so wonderful that it is very difficult to know where to start! We are in such a central position for all the activities in the area that the only problem holidaying at La Prairie will be 'What do we do today'? Canoing, hot air ballooning or rock climbing? There are innumerable restaurants one of which is in the village below La Prairie in Daglan and is an extraordinary place to eat for the food and the setting. The fairytale villages and the dozens of Castles make any excursion a treat and that is not forgetting the wonderful underground river and caves of Padirac, the must see village that clings to the rock face in Rocamadour, Eagles Rock and the nocturnal market in Domme which is amazing!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided: All the house linen is provided. This includes your pool towels, tea towels and bath mats.
- Garage: There is a double covered garage.
- Covered Parking
- Off Street Parking
- Wood Stove: A wonderful wood burner comes with logs and kindling of course!
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Shared Pool: On La Prairie Estate there are 3 Cottages and one farmhouse. All share the fabulous swimming pool.
- Ping Pong/Table Tennis
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Communications
- Computer: In case of emergencies I have internet access which can be used by our guests.
- Broadband Internet: In case of emergencies I have internet access which can be used by our guests.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly: Dogs are welcome but are not allowed at the swimming pool and do please pick up the obvious after his/her walk!
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed: You may discreetly smoke outside the properties but on no account is smoking be permitted inside the houses.
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Rock Climbing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Hot Air Ballooning
Rate Details (In Sterling, Dollars etc.)
Out of Season .......... £400/week
Apr and Oct ............ £470/week
May .................... £520/week
Jun .................... £670/week
Jul .................... £870/week
Peak .. Jul 17-Aug 28 .. £895/week
Sep .................... £620/week
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 1996
Property Photos
- The terrace - Domme House with Terrace
- The Double Bedroom - Domme House with Terrace
- The double bedroom - Domme House with Terrace
- One of the twin bedrooms
- The Kitchen/living room
- Our beautiful pool
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