Manoir Des Cedres - Eight Bedroom Castle, Sleeps 20

Set amongst the rolling landscapes of the Lot-et-Garonne, with stunning views of orchards, fields and wild woods, Manoir des Cèdres is a beautiful holiday home in this picturesque region.Lovingly restored, the Manoir – including its 400-year-old pigeonnier – blends exposed stonework and beamed ceilings with stylish contemporary décor. Comfort is key, from 100% Egyptian cotton linen in each of the five en-suite bedrooms to a Smart TV and a superbly equipped kitchen, plus family entertainment such as a games area with its own screen and console.Outside, admire the views from the exquisite pool, laze in the jacuzzi, or sip local wine on the south-west terrace overlooking orchards and fields. The vast gardens feature a 400-year-old cedar tree, dating back to when the Manoir was built, and a ruined watermill by the stream leading to the River Lot. As night falls, enjoy a barbecue with market produce on the terrace beneath the stars.Across the drive sits Cottage Des Cèdres, once a barn, now a charming three-bedroom retreat with enclosed gardens and private pool. For parties of 15+ it’s included in the rental price, or can be rented separately. The friendly owners, who live on site, tend the grounds and can cook wonderful meals showcasing local produce.Stroll through plum and kiwi orchards to the village with bakeries, a small supermarket, café (open in summer) and a sandy beach on the River Lot where you can swim and hire boats. Explore further to idyllic hilltop villages alive with summer night markets, or sample wines in some of France’s most renowned vineyards.Hire bikes, play golf or go horse-riding through the countryside, or visit Plus Beaux Villages such as Pujols and Monflanquin. Cross into the Dordogne to discover gems like Monpazier, Issigeac and the beautiful riverside town of Bergerac – all within an hour.That said, with such glorious views (you may even spot deer or falcons from your terrace), you don’t need to wander far to be amazed by this captivating area.

Features:

1) Manoir des Cèdres & Cottage (20 guests)2) Manoir des Cèdres Only (14 guests) 



Manoir Interior (max. 10 adults + 4 children only)



Ground Floor



- Kitchen, well equipped including 5 ring gas hob, American fridge-freezer with ice-maker, additional fridge/freezer, dishwasher, 2 electric fan ovens (one standard size and the other smaller with grill), microwave, coffee maker and armoir larder for storage. Door leading to garden- Open-plan dining area with table and chairs for up to 14 guests and woodburning stove. Sliding doors out to covered terrace- Open-plan living area (one step down from dining area) with sofas, Smart TV and DVD player- Bedroom with king-size bed, door to outside. En-suite (via step) shower room with walk-in shower and WC- Separate WC



First Floor-Master bedroom (in the pigeonnier tower) with super-king-size bed with drapes, platform with roll-top bath, antique screen, dressing tables and sofa. Views of pool and garden. En-suite shower room with walk-in shower and WC- Family bedroom with king-size antique bed and en-suite shower room with walk-in shower and WC. Door leads to children’s room (low beam) with double bed, single bed and bunk-beds (double on the bottom, single on the top). Pool and garden views- Bedroom with Emperor-size bed and chaise longue. En-suite (accessed under a beam) with walk-in shower and enclosed WC. Located on north-west corner, so coolest room in summer- Bedroom with double antique style bed, a single bed and en-suite bathroom with corner bath, separate walk-in shower and separate WC. Located on north-east corner so gets morning sunshine- Computer gaming area with screen, game console and seating



Outside Grounds- Heated swimming pool (10mx5m) with with salt-water system and security alarm. Open approximately April to mid-October- Poolside terrace with 8 sun-loungers and a large ‘lounging pod’ seating up to 4- Covered terrace (12mx4m) with lounge area and al-fresco dining table for up to 14 guests- 5-person jacuzzi with massage jets and LED lighting- Gas BBQ- Wooden climbing frame- Gardens (unenclosed) including mature trees and amazing wildlife- The estate includes a ruined watermill along a stream leading to the River Lot- Shared laundry room with washing machine and hanging facilities (located by the cottage)- Parking 



Facilities



- Wi-Fi- Heating- Smart TV with English channels- 2 x DVD players and DVDs- Board games- Table tennis (shared with cottage guests)- Games console and screen- 5-person jacuzzi with massage jets - Shared washing machine- Iron and ironing board



Cottage Interior (max 6 adults)



- Living area with sofas, wood-burning stove, TV and DVD player and sliding doors leading to large decked area - Kitchen-diner, well equipped including gas cooker and hob, microwave, coffee machine, kettle, dishwasher, two fridges, breakfast bar and dining table. French doors out to small balcony/terrace with table and chairs for 2- Bedroom with super-king bed (can be made up as a twin), ceiling fan- Bedroom with super-king bed and ceiling fan (this room has a 'Velux' window)- Twin bedroom with two single beds and ceiling fan - Shower room with walk-in shower and WC- Separate WC



Facilities - WiFi- Heating up to 20C- TV with English channels- DVD player and DVDs- Sound system- Board games- Table tennis (shared with manoir guests)- Boules- Shared washing machine



A baby-pack is also available (includes 3 cots and 2 highchairs) - please request at the time of booking
Air-conditioning is due to be installed from 2027!



Location:

In the Lot-et-Garonne you are surrounded by orchards, cedar trees, fields, sunflowers and wild woods. Local wildlife includes deer, boar, rabbits, hares, eagles and other birds of prey. At the edge of the estate, discover the ruined watermill by a stream leading to the River Lot.
Wander to the nearby village for croissants, a supermarket, two bakeries, delicatessen, café (open March–October), and a highly rated restaurant (booking advised). Enjoy the weekly Wednesday market and nearby farm shops. In summer, swim at the river beach, hire canoes, pedalos and motorboats, or simply relax on the sandy banks.
Further amenities can be found in Sainte-Livrade-sur-Lot (10km) and the bastide town of Villeneuve-sur-Lot (20km). Keen hikers can follow trails south to the hilltop village of Pujols, while Penne D’Agenais (31km) and Agen (34km) both offer history and charm.
Golf lovers can tee off at Golf Barthe (12km) or other nearby courses; horse-riding is available within 30 minutes, and kids will enjoy local farms or Parc Wallaby amusement park (43km). In July and August, night markets in local villages bring music, dancing and great food. This is also prime wine country, and the region’s famous fruit – especially Pruneaux d’Agen steeped in Armagnac – is a must-try.
Other highlights include Monflanquin (34km), a beautifully preserved bastide with a Thursday market, or cross into the Dordogne to Monpazier (55km), Issigeac (50km) and the city of Bergerac (64km), home to the Maison des Vins.



Terms & Conditions:

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£1000.00 (Manoir only) or £1350 (Manoir and Cottage) to be paid by bank transfer to the owner one month before arrival, refunded 2 weeks after departure subject to a full inspection.

5.00 p.m.

10.00 a.m.

Yes.

Yes, including pool towels. Linen change included for guests staying 2 weeks.

This property only accepts dogs (no other pets) on request only and with prior agreement with the owner.

Weddings, hen/stag parties and any special events are on request only and subject to prior arrangement with the owner and additional charges.



The pool is open from approx. April to mid-October (cooler months may not be suitable for swimming).



Please note that only the 20 person prices include the rental of the annexe, Cottage des Cedres, however as the cottage can also be booked independently, it is subject to availability for bookings of up to 20 guests. See Cottage des Cedres for full details of the cottage.



The Manoir is suitable for 14 guests made up of 10 adults and 4 children only. The cottage is suitable for 6 adults.



The estate is also shared with the owners’ house and their dog who has run of the Manoir's grounds when the owners are at home.

Saturday during July & August. Flexible all other periods.

Standard changeover clean included in the price. Guests are required to leave the accommodation clean, tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival. Any extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or rubbish disposal required will be charged against the security deposit.

Outside only (ashtrays provided).

7 nights during July & August. 5 nights all other periods.

Yes, up to 20C, plus one basket of logs for the wood-burner (the house is generally heated from October to March).

No. Only the Manoir swimming pool is heated when necessary from approx. April to end of September approximately. Please note that like all heated pools, pool heating and water temperature are reliant on weather and outside temperatures.
Pets - allowed
Smoking - not allowed