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Spend your holidays in an exceptional property which stretches over hundreds of acres of meadows, forests & gardens, located 3 km from Les Eyzies (National Prehistoric Museum), 20 km from Sarlat & the Lascaux caves... Probably one of the largest privately-owned estates in the Dordogne.
Le Tournesol cottage from the front
The living room with its fireplace
A view of the open-plan kitchen
The Vezere valley seen from the covered patio
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The Aquitaine / Dordogne / Dordogne region
The Dordogne, or the Périgord as it is known by the French, is one of the most beautiful regions in France. The Périgord Noir, which derives its name from the black truffles found here and its walnuts, is to be found in the triangle of Sarlat, Domme and Les Eyzies, cut through by the Dordogne and Vézère rivers. The Périgord Noir is a stunning mixture of prehistoric caves hidden in tree-covered valleys and medieval castles dating from the 100 years war. You cannot fail to be impressed by the number and variety of castles that there are to visit, as well as the multitude of cavemen dwellings and underground sites.
The Périgord Noir is also famous for its cuisine. You can expect some form of duck on every menu, either the famous duck or goose liver (foie gras) or “confit de canard” or the lighter “magret de canard”. You should try the truffles, whose farming grounds are kept a very close secret by the truffle hunters, and also the cèpes, a very tasty form of mushroom. And to accompany it all, wine from the nearby Bordeaux or Bergerac regions, preceded by a walnut wine to get the juices flowing. Don’t expect to go home lighter than when you set off…
Les Eyzies / Tursac area
Les Eyzies : the World Centre of Prehistory... Les Eyzies lies at the heart of an unspoilt area of great natural beauty with rolling hills, tranquil rivers and fascinating cliff and rock formations. It has some of the world’s most beautiful caves with outstanding stalagtite and stalagmite cristallisations. And the cave-lined Vézère valley has been classified as a heritage site by UNESCO. Set in the heart of this well-preserved environment, Les Eyzies imbues vistors with a sense of harmony and well-being. Les Eyzies is known by the abundance of its archaeological wealths and its cliffs dug of numerous underground caves.
How to get there
Access by air (www.ryanair.com) - direct flight from London to Bergerac + Bergerac to Les Eyzies = 35 miles
Access by motorway - Paris to Les Eyzies = 330 miles of which 300 by motorway (journey time approx. 5.30 hours)
Access by rail (www.sncf.com) - Paris TGV to Libourne = 4h + 1h30 car journey - Paris to Perigueux = 4h + 1h car journey
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Bergerac (for London Stansted): 50 km
Railway:
Perigueux (for Paris): 40 km
Activities near Les Eyzies
Sports: Tennis in town Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Cycling holidays
Single beds (1), Double beds (2), Cots (1), Dining seating for 8, Lounge seating for 3, Sleeps maximum of 5
Other:
Linen and towels provided.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private outdoor pool (unheated), Private garden, BBQ, Private fishing lake / river
Access:
Parking space
Further details indoors: Tournesol cottage (1000 sq.ft) offers :
On the ground floor - large open plan living room - dining area & fitted kitchen area
On the first floor - double bedroom - family bedroom with double & single beds - shower room, WC
Further details outdoors: - living room with french windows giving onto a terrace with a panoramic view over the Vézère valley - fishing is possible in the part of the Vezere river running through the Domain - private and secure 9x4 swimming pool equipped with an alarm conforming to safety standards - around 1/2 hectare of private garden in the middle of a 300 hectare property
Further details
End of stay cleaning & house linen are optional and not included in the price : End of stay cleaning : €70 for the house House linen (towels and bed linen) : €20 per person
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: Euros €
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Nightly rate
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Weekend
High season with pool
11 Aug 07
1 Sep 07
1090£ 879
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1 Week
Mid season with pool
1 Sep 07
29 Sep 07
790£ 637
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1 Week
Mid season
29 Sep 07
10 Nov 07
650£ 524
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1 Week
Low season
10 Nov 07
22 Dec 07
580£ 468
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1 Week
X-mas & New Year
22 Dec 07
5 Jan 08
780£ 629
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1 Week
Low season
5 Jan 08
5 Apr 08
580£ 468
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1 Week
Mid season
5 Apr 08
24 May 08
650£ 524
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1 Week
Mid season with pool
24 May 08
12 Jul 08
780£ 629
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1 Week
High season with pool
12 Jul 08
30 Aug 08
1210£ 976
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2 Weeks
Mid season with pool
30 Aug 08
27 Sep 08
780£ 629
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1 Week
Mid season
27 Sep 08
15 Nov 08
650£ 524
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1 Week
Low season
15 Nov 08
20 Dec 08
580£ 468
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1 Week
X-mas & New Year
20 Dec 08
3 Jan 09
780£ 629
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1 Week
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion. - Local taxes included - Electricity included from the end of May to the end of September - Breakage deposit : €600 Optional services : - End of stay cleaning : €70 for the house - House linen (towels & bed linen) : €20 per person
Availability notes
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