the cottage is one of the 9 old watch towers of the bastide village of Belves
Location: Belves, Aquitaine, France, Europe (Belves (0 Km), Sarlat/Domme (25 Km), Lascaux 2 (35km))
Accommodations: Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths (Sleeps 4)
Picture yourself waking up in this 13th century house, of the historic village of Belves, which holds the honor of being voted one of France's most beautiful villages!
The cottage is one of the 9 old watch towers of the medieval village of Belves. It was used to control the valley, in order to give alert to the fort situated above. From its bridge and balcony, it enjoys stunning views onto the medieval village. Imagine yourself sitting outside with a wine glass in hand, watching spectacular sunsets!
Its central village location enables you to walk to local amenities including, a bakery, butcher, small supermarket, delicatessen and fine restaurants and bars.
The house has been fully renovated to provide modern comfort while retaining its original character such as stone walls, exposed beams, and large wooden flooring. It has been furnished to a high standard and is well equipped with all the home comforts you would expect. In addition to the large wood burner, there is an efficient electric heating for winter. The home features two spacious bedrooms and sleeps 4 people in comfort.
The terrace floor boasts a spacious living room with two comfortable sofas, a coffee table, another table and chairs and television with access to satellite channels. The glass door leads to the lovely balcony with table and chairs. The stunning views of the village make a lovely spot to relax and enjoy coffee, tea, or a digestif. The open plan kitchen is well equipped with a gas cooktop, oven, refrigerator, and dishwasher.
From the living, stairs leads downstairs to a double bedded room with its ensuite bathroom/toilets ; and up to the second double bedded room also with its ensuite shower room/toilets.
Wi Fi connection and telephones for incoming and local calls are provided at the house with no extra charge.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Off Street Parking
- Wood Stove
- Beds
- King Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Catering Available
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Balcony
- Communications
- Telephone
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Swimming
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Antiquing
- Horseback Riding
- Hot Air Ballooning
Rate Details (In Euros)
€400-€750/week
30% deposit with booking. Remainder to be paid 30 days before arrival.
Long winter lets available from Oct-Mar by negotiation.
For winter lets there would be a supplement for heating.
Optional services: bed linen (14€/bed) - towels (7€/guest)
Guests are requested to leave the property cleaned - otherwise cleaning
service is available at 70€.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2006
Why the Owner Chose Belves
In the year of 2006 we decided to a realise a long standing ambition, to fulfill our dream of buying our own little place in the south west of France, after many happy years of camping in the region with our children, now was the time to buy and prepare for the time when we could live there permanently untill then our plan would be to enjoy holidays with our family and friends. We began our search on the internet with so many different properties and locations to choose from we knew it would not be easy, there are many beautiful places in the Dordogne: Beynac, Domme, Monpazier to name but a few, but we decided to stay within range of the river Dordogne itself and look for a village house which would give us the freedom to wander and not be wholely dependant on a car. In the summer of 2007 we were holidaying in a local camping park close to Belves when my husband decided to go and visit Belves on his own. There he went into an estate agent and asked if by chance they had anything in the village without a garden or pool. An initial quick visit to the Tour du Guet and we were sold, a day later and we had bought the house. It was just what we had been looking for, the village has everything you could want, restaraunts, shops, in the summer the local swimming pool is open, a market is held every week which offers a good selection of local produce, all set within the the old centre, and all within walking distance from the house but just far enough away to enjoy the peace and tranquility of the stunning views from the balcony.
The Unique Benefits of this Cottage
After walking up the winding stairs to the entrance of the house, you arrive on the terrace, with a view that cannot fail to impress, from the terrace a bridge leads to the 14th centuary watch Tower and if you want you can climb the ladder to see over the valley. On the terrace you’ll find an old refectory table and chairs where you can sit with a glass of wine and enjoy looking out at, the hill top view of the old village. Stepping in to the house you will find wooden floors, stone walls, and if you look closely you will also discover changes to the interior that have been made over the centuaries, doors and windows closed off, there are no records but the evidence is there to see. The house has been tastefully restored , it is very much our second home and we have done our best to furnish it to the highest standards, providing all the necessary home comforts
Property Photos
- the cottage is one of the 9 old watch towers of the bastide village of Belves - Historic Belves Cottage with Bridge and Balcony
- the cosy living room with comfortable sofas, wood burner, sat TV and wi fi - Historic Belves Cottage with Bridge and Balcony
- the dining area leads to the terrace with splendid view over the village - Historic Belves Cottage with Bridge and Balcony
- the downstairs bedroom with a king size bed and ensuite bathroom
- The double bedroom on 1st floor also has a king size bed and ensuite shower room
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