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Cottage |2 bedrooms |Sleeps 4

Lanouaille in Aquitaine/Dordogne

From £300 per week

7 nights minimum stay

Changeover Saturday

4 out of 5

1 review | Write a review

Key info  Beach or lakeside relaxation, balcony/terrace, car advised, private garden, no pets allowed

About the home

This spacious, character cottage has many charming features and is within walking distance to the historic village of Payzac. Take a stroll to the village each morning to collect your fresh croissants for breakfast or have a 5 course meal (including wine) at the local restaurant for as little as 12 euros!

The cottage is situated in an area of outstanding natural beauty and has the added advantage of being within easy reach of many tourist attractions. The historic city of Limoges, horse racing at Pompadour, the 40 hectare Lake Rouffiac and beach, many magnificent chateaux and numerous pre-historic caves – to name but a few.

The accommodation is spacious and comprises - GROUND FLOOR: a spacious lounge with satellite tv (which receives English programmes) and a separate dining room. A wc and washbasin. An office area with broadband connection. The kitchen and breakfast room is a feature we know you will enjoy as it has french doors leading out onto a large private patio (with built-in BBQ, sun loungers and patio furniture) overlooking the 4 acres of meadow and woodland. The Kitchen has a dishwasher, washing machine, electric hob, microwave/grill, electric oven and fridge. FIRST FLOOR: One double bedroom with its own balcony with views over the surrounding countryside. One twin bedroom. One shower room/toilet.

Facilities

Further details indoors:
The cottage is situated within a kilometre of the historic village of Payzac and the accommodation is spacious and fully self contained. Here you can enjoy your holiday in complete privacy with the reassurance of knowing that the owners are nearby and on-hand if needed. Books and games are provided and there is a TV which receives English programmes. A small office area has been created with computer and internet broadband connection which is included in the price.

The lounge and patio is a feature you will enjoy as the french doors open out onto a large patio which has wonderful views over the valley and beyond to the village where you can see Payzac church tower.
The cottage could easily sleep more people, but the owners want you to enjoy the space and comfort and clients have shown their pleasure with the cottage by returning year after year.

Further details outdoors:
The cottage is set within 4 acres of meadow and woodland where there are buzzards nesting in the trees and you may be lucky and spot a deer crossing the land - or even a wild boar! A feature we know you will enjoy is the spacious terrace overlooking the meadow. Here there is a large built-in BBQ, table, chairs and sunloungers. The cottage also has its own garden with table and chairs under the shade of the cherry tree.

Further details

Special rates for long-term winter lets. Gas Central heating is installed in the cottage and is an additional cost which is charged on the meter at cost price. During the months of April and September it can be chilly in the evenings and electric heaters can be provided for this purpose and charged on a meter - at the same rate as the electricity supplier.

Conditions

Smokers are requested to use the outdoor terrace.

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The Front of the Cottage

 

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Sunny terrace with BBQ, sun loungers and views

 

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Large sunny terrace with views

 

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The 'Juliette' balcony in the master bedroom

The Aquitaine / Dordogne / Dordogne region

Although outstandingly beautiful, this area of the Dordogne is relatively undiscovered and you will find the local people extremely friendly and helpful. The summers are long and warm and during the months of July and August there are many village fairs and antique markets to visit.

The cottage is situated on the edge of 3 departments - the Dordogne, Haute Vienne and Correze. The scenery is breathtakingly beautiful and unspoilt with rolling hills and valleys, old stone cottages, many rivers and lakes to explore and most famously - the wonderful restaurants boasting dishes of truffles and foie gras.

It's almost like stepping back in time - the pace of life is slow and relaxed and the medieval villages and landscape look the same as they did many centuries ago. On those long, hot summer days the village folk can be found bathing in the rivers and lakes. Nearby (5km) is the ancient Forge and Chateau at Savignac Ledrier. The setting is magnificent with the weir and the backdrop of the fairytale chateau. Here you can picnic and stroll along the river and not see another person in sight. If you enjoy French cuisine, sightseeing, birdwatching, fishing and taking long nature walks then this is the place for you.

The Lanouaille area

The entire area is steeped in ancient history. Richard the Lionheart and Eleanor of Aquitaine frequently stayed in the Chateau at nearby Excideuil. Amongst the many other chateaux in the area is the magnificent chateau at Hautefort - a short drive away.

Sight-seeing includes the several pre-historic caves of the region - and approximately a 30 minute drive to where the earliest European humans settled. Dinosaur footprints can be found in the river bed near to Excideuil.

How to get there

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Good road links from the A20 motorway. Flights available to Limoges and Bergerac International Airports from London-Stansted, Bristol, Birmingham, Nottingham, Southampton, Liverpool, Jersey and Edinburgh with cheap airlines Ryanair and Flybe.

Activities near Lanouaille

Reviews

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03 Oct 2011

“Most enjoyable stay” This was an old quaint cottage but with loads of space and everything we could need. The outlook over the gardens at the rear was beautiful, very peaceful. We watched a red squirrel and buzzards. The sunny terrace was well used. Lots of places to visit both in the near vicinity and further afield. A most relaxing, enjoyable stay in rural France!

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11th June - 25th June 2011: Thankyou so much Mike & Jenny for providing such a comfortable cottage in a beautiful setting. Richard & Sally Seaford, England

25th June - 2 July 2011: Had a wonderful relaxing week. Enjoyed the peace of the countryside together with very comfortable accommodation. Lisa & Roy, Kent, England.

27th August - 10th September 2011: A most enjoyable visit & well worth travelling to from Victoria B.C. This is a region of rolling countryside, farmland (Limousin cows) and amazing chateaux. Jenny's notes very helpful. The four of us, 2 from Holland & 2 Canadians have very much enjoyed the cottage which has served as a fine base for all our adventures. Mr & Mrs Murdoch, B.C. Canada

17th - 24th September 2011: All in all a most enjoyable stay in a beautiful spot. Many thanks Jenny & Mike!
Jan & Don, Co. Durham, England.

Rental prices

Prices for group size 4
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
Low Season	24 Sep 11	17 Dec 11	300£ 300	0-	0-	1 Week
Xmas Season	17 Dec 11	7 Jan 12	350£ 350	0-	0-	1 Week
Low Season	7 Jan 12	2 Jun 12	300£ 300	0-	0-	1 Week
Mid Season	2 Jun 12	28 Jul 12	350£ 350	0-	0-	1 Week
High Season	28 Jul 12	1 Sep 12	425£ 425	0-	0-	1 Week
Mid Season	1 Sep 12	22 Sep 12	350£ 350	0-	0-	1 Week
Low Season	22 Sep 12	22 Dec 12	300£ 300	0-	0-	1 Week

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

Special rates for long-term winter lets.

Please note: prices are advertised in pounds sterling and this is the preferred currency. However, in the case of last-minute bookings and if payment in euros is preferred by the renter; By prior arrangement - payment can be paid in euros on arrival. There is a list of rates in euros available on demand. House hunters wishing for long term lets are welcome.

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5 years listed You are contacting Jennifer Dean Landline +33 0553 621997 Mobile n/a Web Visit site Payment accepted PayPal accepted Languages spoken The owner is based in France and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2006. This cottage has received 1 review from previous guests.