Location: Sarlat-la-Canéda, Aquitaine, France, Europe (180 km East of Bordeaux, 50 km South-West of Brive) View Map
Accommodations: House, 4 Bedrooms, 2 Baths (Sleeps 8)
Our property in located inside the ancient walls of the medieval town of Sarlat-la-Caneda, while enjoying modern conveniences like satellite TV and Broadband Wi-Fi.
Sarlat's history dates back to 840AD. In 1223 the town swore loyalty to King Louis VIII and therefore received freedoms to govern themselves. The town remained loyal to the king of France during the 100 year war. After the war ended in the mid 15th century, the town went through another period of prosperity as they were afforded new privileges by the Crown for their support during the war. Many of the buildings that exist today were built in this period.
After the wars of religion in the 16th century, Sarlat went into a period of decline. Because of this the town missed out on the modernisation brought about by the Industrial Revolution.
The only reminder of this period was that most of the walls were torn down and the Rue de la Republique or "Great Traverse" was cut through the town. The centre was in a poor state and it was only an act of parliament in 1962 - the Malroux Act - that helped fund the restoration of the town centre.
So today, when you walk through the cobbled streets of Sarlat, you are taken back to a time of renaissance buildings, unspoilt and unmatched in all of France. For this reason, Sarlat has become a tourist Mecca and base from which to explore all that the Dordogne and Vezere Valley have to offer
Sarlat is located in France's Dordogne department. This region is also known by it's ancient name of Perigord. The Perigord is further divided into 4 distinct regions.
Sarlat is in the Black Perigord (Perigord Noir) named for the abundance of dense, mainly oak, forests. To the north is the White Perigord (Perigord Blanc), an area of limestone cliffs and caves. Further north again is the Green Perigord (Perigord Vert), filled with rolling farm land and, to the west, is the Purple Perigord (Perigord Pourpre) where vineyards abound.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer: 7kg Washing Machine. Fully automatic
- Dryer: 7kg Dryer. Fully automatic. Condenser type
- Linens Provided: All Bed sheets, pillows and pillow cases, bath and kitchen towels are provided.
- Off Street Parking: Paid day time parking is available next to the house. Ample free parking is available in several parking sites close to the house. I can supply maps of the parking on request. Paid parking is generally 1 Euro per day with use of the Resident Card that is left onsite.
- Beds
- Double Bed (4) : Each bedroom has a double bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: TV has UK satellite channels (Astra 2 satellite). Includes BBC, ITV, 4, Movie Channels, Music Video Channels. Due to weather conditions, the satellite signal may not be operational at all times
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Kitchen contains 4 burner cook top (3 gas / 1 electric), electric stove, microwave oven, twin tub sink, refrigerator, small appliances such as kettle, toaster and coffee maker
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator: 2 door fridge / freezer
- Dishwasher: 12 setting dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Deck/Patio: 30 m2 paved court yard with outdoor furniture
- Communications
- Telephone: VOIP Phone available
- Free Long Distance: Free calls to most landlines in Western Europe, UK, NZ and Australia. Not to be used for calls to cell/mobile phones.
- Computer: Laptop computer
- Broadband Internet: ADSL modem with VOIP phones
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): Connect your own PC or use the one provided
- Suitability
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed: Smoking only in court yard area
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Hiking
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Horseback Riding
- Hot Air Ballooning
Rate Details (In Euros)
Season up to 4 Guests 5-6 Guests 7-8 Guests
Nov-Dec 18, 2009 ..... €450/week .. €500/week .. €550/week
Dec 19-Jan 02, 2010 .. €550/week .. €600/week .. €650/week
Jan 03 - Mar 2010 .... €450/week .. €500/week .. €550/week
Apr - May 2010 ....... €600/week .. €650/week .. €700/week
June 2010 ............ €700/week .. €750/week .. €800/week
Jul - Aug 2010 ....... €750/week .. €825/week .. €900/week
Sept 2010 ............ €700/week .. €750/week .. €800/week
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Stay Inside the Walls of the Medieval Town of Sarlat-La-Caneda
Year Purchased: 2007
Why the Owner Chose Sarlat-la-Canéda
We chose to buy here because it is a great base to explore the town of Sarlat and the Dordogne region. Sarlat is a large enough town to offer a variety of restaurants, great shopping and is close to many of the attractions on offer in the Perigord Noir.
The Unique Benefits at this House
Wander down to one of the local bakery shops to pickup your fresh bread / pastries for breakfast. At night, sit in the court yard and relax with on eof the fine wines of the region or wander into town to sit at one of the many restaurants that are found not only in the town square but hidden away through-out the small alley ways within the walled town.
Home of the Museum of Pre-History. Human remains from 40,000 years ago found in this area.
Famous prehistoric cave paintings from 15,000 years ago. The cave was rediscovered in 1940. The original cave was replicated after the wear and tear caused by visitors.
One of the biggests caves in Europe open to the public. A sinkhole 100 metres deep and 40 metres in diameter leads th way to an underground river and spectacular cave formations
If travelling by train from Paris Gare Austerlitz (4 hours), Brive is an ideal place to pick up a hire car and drive to Sarlat (55KM)
Trains stop here from Paris and Toulouse. A regular bus service can then transport you into the centre of Sarlat
Regular trains from Bordeaux terminate here (2 1/2 hour trip) also the bus from Soulliac stops here and in town.
Owner's Map of Sarlat-la-Canéda
Adele and myself dining with friends at the Le Presidal restaurant (one of 2 local restaurants that has received a Michelin Star) located just around the corner from us in the medieval centre of Sarlat-La-Caneda.
Property Photos
- The medieval town of Sarlat looking from Rue Landry - Vacation House Rental in the Town of Sarlat-La-Canéda, Full of Medieval Charm, Yet Modern - with Satellite TV and Wi-Fi !
- The lounge room looking through to the dining room - Vacation House Rental in the Town of Sarlat-La-Canéda, Full of Medieval Charm, Yet Modern - with Satellite TV and Wi-Fi !
- One of the 2 bedrooms on the 2nd Floor - Vacation House Rental in the Town of Sarlat-La-Canéda, Full of Medieval Charm, Yet Modern - with Satellite TV and Wi-Fi !
- Dining Room with Wireless Internet Access and Laptop for your use
- Spacious 1st Floor Bathroom with Shower, Basin and Towel Warmer
- 30m2 court yard with great sun aspect + enjoy those long balmy summer evenings
- Market Day every Sat and Wed through-out the town of Sarlat
- Canoe or kayak down the Dordogne River. Chateau Beynac in the background
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Julie Wright , Leederville, Western Australia
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"My friend and I like to refer to our first visit to France as "those salad days". Last year, with my parents, we were able to meet up for a reunion in Sarlat. It was a magical stay. We cooked tarte tatin and coq au vin at home, using fresh produce from the markets. We picked walnuts and apples straight out of the trees and took wonderful daytrips all over the Dordogne. We shared wine with some of the locals in a beautiful garden overlooking the medieval centre of town, and bought up big at La Croix Rouge opportunity shop. It was so relaxing to have a house to feel at home in during out stay. Now we all fondly recall that time as "those Sarlat Days"."
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“We greatly enjoyed our stay in the Residence Reygate. It is extremely comfortable, well appointed and with tons of space and it’s only a few minutes walk to the middle of town. The owner is easy to deal with and for what the Residence provides his prices are a bargain. For value and convenience there’s unlikely to be a better place to stay in Sarlat.”