Castelnaud la Chapelle holiday gite rental with walking, log fire, balcony/terrace, rural retreat

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Le Rouquet balcony apartment (gite)

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Le Rouquet is in the old part of Castelnaud la Chapelle. The picturesque village runs down the hillside from the medieval castle to the River Dordogne and the property lies midway between the two. It is built in the local style of honey coloured stone, has a sunny South facing aspect and wonderful views across the valley from the windows and the terrace. Le Rouquet has been newly renovated to form two independant holiday gites which can be rented separately or together at a discount.

The Balcony apartment sleeps up to 4 people in comfort. It consists of a modern bright fully fitted kitchen (including oven, ceramic hob, microwave, dishwasher, fridge with freezer compartment, toaster and kettle) and has a log burning stove making Spring and Autumn holidays a delight. There is plenty of room for the large dining table in the kitchen but on warm sunny days you will probably choose to eat outside on the sunny balcony which overlooks the valley and church below. This is extremely convenient as it is directly outside the kitchen and there is a barbeque here for your use.

Stairs from the kitchen lead up to the pretty bedroom which has twin beds and is heavily beamed with polished chestnut flooring. There is a wardrobe and chest of drawers for clothes.

From the kitchen a few steps lead down to the sitting room which is again beamed and has lovely local stone features with views across the valley through the full height opening window. The settee easily converts into a comfortable double bed and there is a walk-in wardrobe for clothes. The bright modern bathroom is fully tiled and has a large shower and heated towel rail which ensures that it is always comfortably warm and towels are always dry.

Balcony with views across the valley	The large modern kitchen with dining area and log fire
View of Castelnaud with Le Rouquet circled	The beamed twin bedroom

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The Aquitaine / Dordogne / Dordogne region

The Dordogne is one of the most beautiful regions of France with its mix of pretty riverside villages, wooded valleys and castles dating back to medieval times. There are also many caves some with prehistoric paintings.

The Perigord Noir, as it is called in France, is easily accessible from the UK by either air or car. It is famous for its cuisine with local specilaities including duck, walnuts and truffles and no meal is complete without some of the excellent local wine.

Castelnaud la Chapelle area

Castelnaud is in an area of exceptional beauty with pretty medieval villages and castles to explore. Nearby Sarlat,La Roque Gageac, Beynac and Domme are outstanding examples of villages with beautiful medieval architecture and all within just a few kms. Other attractions include the colourful markets selling local produce, formal gardens and the many prehistoric sites including the famous Lascaux caves with their wall paintings.

Our favourites are:-
-the garden at Marqueyssac with its unique style of topiary and marvellous views over the Dordogne valley and across to Castelnaud - we like to walk there from Le Rouquet to give the car a rest;
-the walled village of Domme with its fortified gateways into the town and the views over the river and the countryside below;
-the Saturday market at Sarlat with its hustle and bustle and local gourmet specialities (the architecture of the old town is exceptional with many alleyways and cafes in secluded spots);
-the bastide towns, including Monpazier (great market) and Villereal (there is an interesting self guided tour of the historic village);
-to stroll along the waterfront of La Roque Gageac and go to the troglodytic caves followed by a lazy meal looking over at the river; and finally
-no visit is complete without a canoe trip down the river which can be arranged from Castelnaud (you can choose how far you want to be taken upriver and then it is an easy paddle with the river doing most of the work and the chance to take a break at one of the riverside rest stops for refreshment and a swim).

There are also many well marked walks through the wooded countryside around Castelnaud for the more energetic. On a hot day why not walk down to the river and enjoy a picnic on the grassy bank in the shade of the trees and cool off with a swim.

How to get there

Access by air (www.ryanair.com or www.flybe.com)
-Direct flights from many regional UK airports.
-Car hire is available at the airport from Avis, Budget, Europcar & Hertz
-onward car journey, approximately one hour.

Access by road
-Paris to Castelnaud = approx. 330 miles of which 300 is motorway.

Activities near Castelnaud la Chapelle

Facilities

Further details outdoors:
The apartment shares access to the gravelled garden and paved terrace with the Garden apartment. The garden is a real sun trap being sheltered by a hedge but there is shade if you need it from an apple tree and from the covered area on the terrace. The flower beds are filled with shrubs, roses and aromatic herbs. The garden is an ideal place to enjoy the sun or in which to have a barbeque. Loungers are provided together with a table and chairs.

Further details

The Balcony apartment can be booked together with the Garden apartment in which case a discount of 10% will be given. Payment may be made in either Sterling or in Euros.

All prices include linens and electricity. There is an additional charge of 100 Euros per apartment, payable locally to our housekeeper upon your arrival, to cover the cost of laundry and cleaning the apartment. A refundable Security Deposit of £300/400 Euros per apartment will be required to cover any losses or accidental damage.

Rental rates

Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
Early season	4 Apr 08	3 May 08	260£  210	0-	0-	1 Week
Mid season	3 May 08	21 Jun 08	375£  302	0-	0-	1 Week
High season	21 Jun 08	12 Jul 08	435£  351	0-	0-	1 Week
Peak season	12 Jul 08	30 Aug 08	490£  395	0-	0-	1 Week
High season	30 Aug 08	27 Sep 08	435£  351	0-	0-	1 Week
Late season	27 Sep 08	1 Nov 08	260£  210	0-	0-	1 Week

NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.

These prices are for the rental of the Balcony apartment, if both the Garden and Balcony apartments are booked for the same period a discount of 10% will be given.

All prices include linens and electricity and logs. There is an additional charge of 100 Euros per apartment payable locally to our housekeeper upon arrival to cover the cost of laundry and cleaning.

A refundable Security Deposit of £300 (or equivelent in guests local currency) is required eight weeks before the holiday start date to cover any loss or accidental damage.

Guestbook

We had the most wonderful stay at Le Rouquet, it really is a truly amazing place. It was the most relaxing week that we have spent for a while. .... nothing quite beat either sitting on the balcony or by the river with a good book and a glass of wine. It was perfect. - Louisa, UK

We had a lovely time in your apartment and in the Dordogne, the village itself was incredible and the scenery was beautiful. - Val. UK

The accommodation is immaculate and the location allows one to visit the whole Dordogne area with ease while walking to get some r/r can be done right from the premises into the beautiful surrounding area. - Henry. USA

We had an absolutely fantastic time in Castelnaud at your garden apartment. We would certainly return for a second visit. It was a beautiful relaxing vacation. Thank you for allowing us to stay at your house. - Ed. USA

We absolutuely loved our week at Castelnaud, thank you very much. The village was one of the most beautiful places we have stayed in, and the outlook was wonderful. - Kevin, Ireland

We loved our stay in Castelnaud (stunning scenery and a very good central location for us) and the apartment is a credit to you both. You’ve managed to provide modern comforts without losing any of the character - Robin, New Zealand

Availability notes

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Contact owner

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Contact details for home 8403 Please mention Holiday Lettings
Name:	Judith Holman
Tel:	+44 (0)1371 873727
Fax:	+44 (0)207 7607105
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