Le Fournil (bakehouse) Sarlat
Enlarge
loading photos
About the home
La Fournil is an old bakehouse which has been lovingly restored and includes a wealth of character and original features with honey coloured stonework, oak beams and vaulted ceilings with exposed timbers. It is one of an ensemble of beautiful old farm buildings dating back to the 16th century and forms part of La Ferme de La Tour. With a large chlorine free pool and surrounded by magnificent countryside, a network of pretty footpaths and a neighbouring historical chateau, it is a perfect base from which to explore the Dordogne and Lot.
The breathtaking valley views and surrounding grounds of woodlands and meadows will overwhelm you with a feeling of peace and tranquility disturbed only by the abundance of wildlife and the occasional distant tractor. The pool, which is bathed in sunshine from dawn to dusk, is perfectly sited to maximise the views, enabling you to relax and admire the ever changing colours of the Dordogne valley. We welcome families and couples alike but sorry no pets. Friendly but un-intrusive owners live on site.
| Size: | Sleeps up to 2, 1 bedroom |
|---|---|
| Nearest beach: | Tamnies inland lake / beach, 7km |
| Will consider: | Long lets Short breaks |
| Access: | Car advised Nearest amenities: 2km |
| Family friendly? | Suitable for children of all ages Unsuitable for people with restricted mobility |
| Notes: | No pets allowed No smoking at this property Self-catering |
Facilities
| Luxuries: | Internet access, DVD player |
|---|---|
| General: | Central heating, TV, Video player, CD player, Table tennis, Satellite TV, Wi-fi available |
| Standard: | Kettle, Toaster, Iron |
| Utilities: | Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine |
| Rooms: | 1 Bedroom, 1 shower room |
| Furniture: | Double beds (1), Dining seating for 2, Lounge seating for 2 |
| Other: | Linen and towels provided Highchair available |
| Outdoors: | Balcony / Terrace, Shared outdoor pool (unheated), Shared garden, BBQ, Climbing frame, Swing set |
| Access: | Parking space |
Further details indoors:
.
Le Fournil offers accommodation for two in immaculately presented accommodation providing the conveniences of a modern home in a pretty old bake house full of charm and character.
From the comfy sofa is the most stunning view over the garden and Dordogne valley beyond, through fully glazed French doors. The lounge ceiling is vaulted with beautiful oak timbers and the walls have exposed honey coloured stonework. The French doors give access to a lovely south facing terrace area with barbecue, patio furniture and wonderful views.
.
The heavily beamed kitchen, with a window overlooking a pretty courtyard, is fully equipped with plenty of worktop area, fitted units and all the accessories you may need. There is a washing machine, cooker, hob, extractor fan, microwave, fridge, freezer and toaster,
.
The heavily beamed shower room has a shower, basin and toilet.
.
A spiral, stone staircase (may not suit everyone) leads to to a lovely galleried landing which overlooks the lounge area. The bedroom is truly romantic with beamed walls, beamed and vaulted ceiling and a lovely sunny aspect.
.
The television receives Sky satellite TV along with a DVD and CD player.
.
The romantic bedroom has a double bed, stunning exposed beams in a vaulted ceiling, polished chestnut floors and a velux roof window which gives the room a lovely sunny aspect.
.
Please contact us for details of our independent website
Further details outdoors:
.
La Fournil has it's own secluded terrace with patio furniture and barbecue and is the perfect spot to sit and gaze for mile upon mile across the Dordogne valley. The large park like gardens are on a gentle slope with beautiful shady trees, large grass areas and a chlorine free swimming pool with terrace and sun beds.
Under the shade of two grand old oaks there is a children's play area with swings, slide, climbing frame etc.
Other on site activities include table tennis, boules, badminton and table football.
The pictures above are of the already completed cottages and represent the quality and style of the furnishings being used in La Fournil
Further details
A damage deposit is required and will be refunded in full within seven days of the end of your holiday unless the accommodation or it's contents are damaged or the accommodation is left in a condition that necessitates extra cleaning time to return it to the high standard in which it is presented. Details are available in our trerms and conditions
Our rental price includes : ... all bed linen, bath and hand towels, heating, electricity, gas, local taxes,and cleaning charges. Pool towels are available to rent at 5 euros per person and are issued for the duration of your holiday.
Pool towels are available to rent at 5 euros per person and are issued for the duration of your holiday.
A meal can be provided for your arrival and is available by prior arrangement.
If you are arriving later in the evening then we are happy to shop on your behalf for some basic groceries, but please allow us 7 days notice.
The Aquitaine / Dordogne / Dordogne region
Situated within the hamlet of La Tour we are two minutes from the pretty village of Sainte Nathalene with a hotel bar restaurants and a small shop. Just 7 miles from the historical town of Sarlat-la Caneda, with more listed buildings than any other town in Europe and a twice weekly market, we are perfectly placed to access all of the most beautiful sites in Dordogne and Lot.
The area is a walkers paradise. Hundreds of footpaths weave there way throughout the area with superb countryside and views along the way. Information and maps are available on request.
There are numerous chateaux to visit, caves to explore and pretty market towns to meander through. There is also a wide range of outdoor activities for all ages close by. These include hot air balloon trips, canoeing down the Dordogne (an absolute must) air parks, cycling, quad biking, para gliding, water parks, paint ball, karting, horse riding, walking, wine tasting trips, etc etc.
For those that want to sample the local wine or just want a relaxed evening, leaving the car behind, then transport can be arranged in and out of Sarlat or any other local villages.
The Sarlat area
Sarlat is a town not to be missed during a visit to Dordogne. The town, with a truly relaxed and laid back atmosphere is the jewel of Perigord Noir and is arguably the gastronomic capital of Dordogne. The medieval buildings that fill the town are the perfect backdrop for the large colourful market, full of local fruit and vegetables and all the gastronomic delights of the area, not to mention all the nik naks you would expect to find at a market of this magnitude.
The restaurants, cafes and bars offer a superb choice to suit all your needs. There is a regular array of street entertainment which you can enjoy whilst dining on a warm sunny evening or whilst sitting enjoying a coffee and watching the world go by during the day..
Tiny narrow streets wind their way through the town and around each corner is yet another building steeped in history and charm with a tale to tell from yesteryear. A listed walk of around an hour is available from the tourist office which takes you around the town highlighting the many points of interest the beauty and history.
How to get there
Click map icons for more information
|
|||||||||||
| Nearest Travel Links | |
| Airport: | Bergerac: 73 km |
| Railway: | Sarlat-la-Caneda: 10 km |
| Ferry: | St Malo: 642 km |
The nearest airports are
Brive............. 30 minutes
Bergerac......1 1/2 hours
Limoges.......2 hours
Bordeaux......2 1/4 hours
Rodez............2 1/4 hours
Toulouse .....2 1/2 hours
We are 20 minutes west of the A20 junction 55
Activities near Sarlat
Tennis in town
Waterpark
Horse Riding
Golf within 30 mins drive
Fishing
Walking holidays
Rural / countryside retreats
A winter sun break
Cycling holidays
Reviews
 09 Nov 2011 |
This was the second time we'd stayed with Chris and Kate. This time we rented the 2 person Le Fournil in the autumn, last time we rented the Cottage with our now adult children in the... more |
10 Oct 2011 |
We (sadly) returned from Le Fournil on Saturday, with heavy hearts and happy memories. This little gite is a real gem, offering us everything we needed and more. We chose the Dordogne for the views, people and peace. It delivered on all counts. Our gite was so lovely, that each night, we couldn't wait to get back to sit out on the terrace after a cooling dip in the pool, with a wine from our ever-so reliable fridge and listen to the changing wildlife as day turned to night. The view from the terrace is outstanding. Even when it rained it was fun under our huge umbrella. We did have intentions of hiring bikes, however we realised when there that we really needed a car to get to a shop. The gites are quite isolated, but we didn't find that a bad thing. Just go on any of the recommended walks detailed in the information provided and you will find all manner of fruit and nut trees ready for picking. Speaking of information, our thanks go to Chris & Kate for preparing the most comprehensive guide to the local area, walks, restaurants. It became our bible. Perhaps one tip would be to add some addresses/maps to enable us to find some of the recommendations more easily. If I were to suggest one thing that was glaringly missing - just a pump hand soap in the bathroom please. Aside from that, it was perfect! Thank you. |
03 Oct 2011 |
We enjoyed our stay very much at La Ferme de la Tour. Chris and Kate were very helpful and gave us good advice on walks, places of interest and restaurants. We enjoyed the range of walks from the Gite (with guides in the handbook at the property). Sarlat is a beautiful town - within easy reach - and with a good selection of restaurants for lunch or dinner. If possible do lunches - they are much better value! The Gite was well equipped although I found the bed and pillows a little uncomfortable. The lack of a grill was a slight hindrance also but the views from the patio more than made up for these little grumbles. The Dordogne is a wonderful and very attractive part of France. Some of the river scenery is breathtaking ( try a river cruise - great value and English commentary via headphones). We drove to the property from Bordeaux airport which is a bit of a slog (about 3 hours). Chris gave very good directions for us and we managed without hassle. Be aware of Bordeaux's mad rush hour when returning to the airport early morning and leave extra time! All in all, a very enjoyable stay. We would heartily recommend it! |
Guestbook for Le Fournil (bakehouse) Sarlat
Le Fournil August 2010
Sue Lancashire
Review Submitted: August 10, 2010 Date of Stay: July 2010
We stayed in the very well equipped Le Fournil for a week in August. The setting is tranquil yet within easy reach of Sarlat and other attractions of the Dordogne region. Although the weather was mixed which is unusual for this time of year we enjoyed our holiday and managed to swim, play table tennis and even trampoline in the garden! There are plenty of walks in the area and some attractive gardens nearby. Le Fournil is a great get away for 2 people and you quite often have the pool to yourselves during the day. We were fine with the internal stairs but they are quite steep if you are less mobile.
Would definitely recommend to others.
Great Views,quiet getaway
Sarah&Charlie Chelmsford,Essex,England
Review Submitted: June 23, 2010 Date of Stay: June 2010
Le Fournil was perfect for a base to explore Sarlat and the surrounding area. There were no amenities within walking distance although Chris provides a great Taxi service should you like a glass of wine (or two!) on a night out. The accommodation and swimming pool were both clean and well maintained. The view from the terrace was fantastic and the Gite had been renovated to retain lots of its original character.We would be happy to go back again
Le Fournil
JSF SRF Solihull, West Midlands, England
Review Submitted: May 26, 2010 Date of Stay: May 2010
Le Fournil and La Ferme de la Tour were even better than promised by the pictures on the web site. A very peaceful place in which to relax and enjoy the incredible views all around. We looked forward to returning at the end of a day's touring and sitting on our terrace taking in the beautiful scenery. Chris and Kate made us feel very welcome and had really thought of everything to make our stay perfect. We would certainly recommend La Ferme de la Tour to anyone visiting the Dordogne and certainly hope we can stay again one day.
LE FOURNIL
Sandra & Peter Castle Hill NSW Australia
Review Submitted: May 13, 2010 Date of Stay: April 2010
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay its a great place for two. It had everything we needed and Chris was very helpful and has a lot of local knowledge - great parking tips for Sarlat! You do need a car but its a good central location. The view from the balcony is excellent and we spent many evenings enjoying the great bordeaux wines, cheese and foie gras!
Thanks for a wonderful week!
Our wonderful stay at La Fournil
Lee and Chris Guelph, Ontario, Canada
Review Submitted: September 1, 2009 Date of Stay: July 2009
When planning our trip from Canada and our stay in the Dordogne region of France we were searching for an historic, country cottage, quaint (but with all the comforts of home), with pastoral views, and charming, welcoming hosts. A tall order indeed, but we were not disappointed! Le Fournil and La Ferme de la Tour were absolutely everything we imagined. The accommodation was enchanting – warm, time-worn brick, comfortable, well equipped and clean. The view from the terrace – stunning. The Waters family – delightful, right down to Toffee the dog. Chris and Kate are friendly and gracious, while at the same time unobtrusive. We were made to feel right at home, and our week passed all too quickly. We would love to return for a longer stay and would, and already have, recommended our gite to family and friends.
A conversion of taste and quality of an old bakehouse with the added bonus of beautiful views from the terrace.
The accommodation was first class and immaculate, providing everything you could really require for a great holiday.
Kate and Chris were excellent hosts and even organised a most enjoyable raclette evening with the other guests, ably helped by their lovely daughters. Friendly and most helpful with their local knowledge and advice but never intrusive.
A great base to explore the many beautiful and historic towns, castles and sites of this part of the Dordogne.
We have no hesitation in recommending Le Fournil and hope to return...... which really says it all!
Alastair and Vicky ...Basingstoke..UK
An excellent conversion of what was once the old bakers oven. A beatiful blend of old and new with all of the home comforts required to make your stay special. Wonderful views. The hosts Chris and Kate have thought of everything you will need and make you feel most welcome. Stairs may be a bit tricky for elderly or infirm, but otherwise highly recommended!
Wabbers Leicestershire
Rental prices
| Rental prices originally quoted in: British £ | Convert to: |
| Prices for group size 2 | ||||||
| Period | From | To | Weekly | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
| Weekday | Weekend | |||||
| 17 Dec 11 | 7 Jan 12 | £ 450 | 100 | 100 | 4 Nights | |
| 7 Jan 12 | 25 May 12 | £ 350 | 80 | 80 | 3 Nights | |
| 25 May 12 | 29 Jun 12 | £ 495 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 29 Jun 12 | 31 Aug 12 | £ 650 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 31 Aug 12 | 14 Sep 12 | £ 495 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 14 Sep 12 | 14 Dec 12 | £ 350 | 80 | 80 | 3 Nights | |
| 14 Dec 12 | 4 Jan 13 | £ 450 | 100 | 100 | 4 Nights | |
The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
Prices include : All bed linen, bath and hand towels, tea towels, gas, electricity, heating, cleaning and tax de sejour
A cot, bed linen and a high chair are available and are also included in the rental price.
Pool towels are available to rent at 5 euros per person for the duration of your stay.
Availability
See below for next 9 months' availability - to see the next 24 months click here
| Key: | 11 | 12 | Booked | 11 | 12 | Available | 11 | 12 | Unknown | 11 | 12 | Arrival/Departure dates |
| S | M | T | W | T | F | S | S | M | T | W | T | F | S | S | M | T | W | T | F | S | S | M | T | W | T | F | S | S | M | T | W | T | F | S | S | M | ||
| Feb 12 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 | 29 | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 12 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 31 | |||||||
| Apr 12 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 30 | ||||||||
| May 12 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 31 | |||||||
| Jun 12 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 30 | ||||||||
| Jul 12 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 31 | |||||||
| Aug 12 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 31 | |||||||
| Sep 12 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 30 | ||||||||
| Oct 12 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 31 |
Contact the owner
* Required fields Please check the following errors: | 4 years listed You are contacting Chris And Kate Waters
Languages spoken   The owner is based in France and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2007. This cottage has received 6 reviews from previous guests.  |
Selected other homes from this advertiser
 Cottage de La Tour Sarlat in Sarlat, France |  La Petite Grange, Sarlat in Sarlat, France |  La Grange de La Tour Sarlat in Sarlat, France |
