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The Cottage - Village House Holiday Rental in Carennac, Lot, France

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$483 - $765 Per property per week (Rates)

Capacity 4

Bedrooms 2

Bathrooms 1

Suitability Non-smoking, Suitable for children over 8 only, Suitable for the elderly, Unsuitable for wheelchair access

Property highlights Barbecue, Garden, Scenic views, Swimming pool (shared use)

Access  Taxi from airport, Taxi from train station Car hire

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  • The Pool
    The Pool
  • Cottage in Late Summer
    Cottage in Late Summer
  • Cottage Terrace
    Cottage Terrace
  • Cottage Salon
    Cottage Salon
  • Cottage Salon (2)
    Cottage Salon (2)
  • Cottage Kitchen
    Cottage Kitchen
  • View from Cottage Kitchen
    View from Cottage Kitchen
  • Cottage Twin bedroom
    Cottage Twin bedroom
  • Cottage Finishing touches in the Double Bedroom
    Cottage Finishing touches in the Double Bedroom
  • Cottage Terrace
    Cottage Terrace
  • Terrace in October Sunshine
    Terrace in October Sunshine
  • The Lane, showing House & Cottage
    The Lane, showing House & Cottage
  • View over Pool to Cottage Garden
    View over Pool to Cottage Garden
  • Carennac village
    Carennac village
  • Carennac Village (2)
    Carennac Village (2)
  • Carennac Restaurant
    Carennac Restaurant
  • The Abbey Entrance
    The Abbey Entrance
  • A Typical Carennac Street
    A Typical Carennac Street
  • Nearby Martel (20 mins by car)
    Nearby Martel (20 mins by car)
  • Nearby Turenne (20 mins by car)
    Nearby Turenne (20 mins by car)
  • Chateau de Turenne
    Chateau de Turenne
  • The Cottage
    The Cottage

Where is it

Lot
 

Two Delightful Village Properties with Pool in Beautiful Carennac

 "....  we had an absolutely fabulous time and the cottage was superb. We couldn't believe our luck staying in such a lovely gite with wonderful amenities and so close to the village.  We are already missing the peace, tranquillity and fun we had in Carennac."  (LM - Summer 2011)

"Just a quick email to say we had a fantastic holiday in a gorgeous part of France and to thank you for letting us share your beautiful home.  We all fell in love with Carennac and will return, I'm certain!" (GJ - Summer 2011) 

"... the cottage and house in Carennac are both lovely... it was an idyllic break and we all agreed it had worked really well for us - taking two separate properties, but for one big family."  CJ - Summer 2009

 
Whether you are seeking accommodation for up to 9 people, or a smaller unit sleeping only 4 or 5 , La Cour is a rare find; 2 adjacent properties of charm with delightful pool and gardens, situated in a beautiful village with its own epicerie, Summer farmers' market and restaurants.  On the corner of a quiet, leafy no-through lane (the ancient pilgrim route to Santiago de la Compostela), this typically French "maison de bourg" & cottage were built sixty years ago by a former Mayor of Carennac. He chose his site wisely - on a sunny, open slope, yet just 100 metres from the village - to overlook his beautiful bailiwick.
 
11th century Carennac is officially designated "Un des Plus Beaux Villages de France" where ancient houses snuggle around a fabled Clunisien abbey on the banks of the Dordogne river.  In summer, the narrow streets are festooned with colourful window-boxes, and every turn reveals thrilling glimpses of courtyards, terraces, balconies and rose-gardens.  It never fails to captivate even the most worldly of travellers.

Both properties have been renovated to a high standard and furnished with style whilst preserving their intrinsic French country charm.  With delightful views over meadows and roof-tops, the properties can be rented together or individually, and offer the perfect location for a village-based holiday in a truly beautiful area of rural France.

The vast range of holiday activities on the doorstep include: walking, river-swimming and canoeing (in the village);cycling (cycle-hire for adults & children available in nearby Vayrac); two pretty water-parks (5 minutes by car); fairy-tale castles & hilltop villages to explore, plus tennis and a glorious 9-hole golf course, most within a 15 minute drive.

 

Holiday Accommodation at The Cottage

The cottage at La Cour has been furnished in an eclectic "country" style and sleeps 4.  It comprises:

  • Kitchen - newly fitted, fully-equipped with dishwasher, washing machine and large fridge with freezer compartment
  • Sitting / dining room - light, airy room with wood-burning stove, radio/CD player, video player, selection of videos, books, games & CDs 
  • Double bedroom - with built-in wardrobe 
  • Twin bedroom  
  • Bathroom - spacious with shower and heated towel rail

Wood-burning stove and electric central heating for winter lets.

Outside

There is a charming vine-covered canopy over a sunny terrace at the front of the property - ideal for alfresco dining. Garden chairs, table, parasol and barbecue. In addition, the property has a dedicated garden area accessed from the lane, with open views, table, chairs,  2 sun-loungers & cushions, overlooking the pool - which is shared.

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About Carennac in Lot, Midi Pyrenees

Situated on the corner of a quiet no-through lane opposite an ancient pilgrim cross in beautiful, 11th century Carennac, the house & cottage are perfectly located to explore this glorious village, with its fabled Clunisien abbey, cloisters and museum, epicerie, and 3 delightful restaurants. 

This is the  Dordogne valley of the 100 Years War -  where fortified towns, villages and chateaux dominate the hill-tops. The breathtaking Rocamadour and ancient towns of Beaulieu, St Cere and Martel are all within 20 minutes’ drive. There are many colourful local markets to visit weekly - whilst the St Cere Summer Arts Festival (July/August) features live jazz, choral concerts and opera evenings at various nearby locations. 'Fetes de village’ abound locally throughout the summer months – often with fireworks, open-air dancing and antiques fairs.

See Local guide and map for information on nearby towns and facilities.

How To Get To Carennac in Lot, South West France

8 hours' drive from the Channel Ports, Carennac is situated c. 35 minutes SE of Brive La Gaillarde and easily accessed from exits 52 and 54 of the A20 motorway (25 minutes).

Nearest airports include:  Brive Valle de la Dordogne (35 minutes NW) with flights from London City Airport & Manchester. Other airports include: Limoges (1.75 hrs N); Toulouse (2.0 hrs S); Bergerac (1.50 hrsW) and Rodez (1.50 hrsSE). Car hire available but prior booking essential. Rail travellers: London - Paris Gare du Nord (Eurostar),  thence Gare d'Austerlitz - Brive La Gaillarde (c.3 hours). Car hire available (most major operators) in Brive Station Square. 

See Local guide and map for information on nearby towns and airports.

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Facilities at The Cottage

Facility Details
TypeVillage House (Self-catering)
Bedrooms 1 double, 1 twin
Bathrooms 1 bathroom(s)
Capacity 4
Living Area60 m²
SuitabilityNon-smoking, Suitable for children over 8 only, Suitable for the elderly, Unsuitable for wheelchair access
Linen Pillows,all season duvets, tea-towels and bathmats provided. Bedlinen and personal towels can be provided at certain times at a cost of £12 (Euros 14) per person per week (please enquire).
Changeover day Saturday
Facility Details
Internal facilities Board Games, CD player, Central heating (electric), Fans in rooms, Broadband Internet Access (Wi-fi), Internet access (broadband), Radio, VCR, Weekly maid service, Wood burning fire or stove
Kitchen facilities Dishwasher, Electric oven, Fridge-Freezer, Ironing facilities, Washing machine
Other
  • Video player and selection of videos, CDs and books
  • A well-equipped kitchen with everything (other than food processor) necessary for the keen cook.
  • Excellent shower
External features on site Barbecue, Garden, Scenic views, Swimming pool (shared use)
Other

The lane is a designated walkers' route which leads you within five minutes up onto the wild and beautiful Causse de Gramat - a rocky plateau stretching south towards the Lot river some 50 kilometres distance where wildlife and rare & beautiful flowers abound in summer.

It is just a 2 minute walk to the village epicerie or any one of the three charming Carennac restaurants.

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Availability at The Cottage

Changeover day: Saturday

Availability last updated on: - Sunday, April 22, 2012

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Rates

Accommodation rental period Tariff
22 April 2012 - 27 April 2012 £300.00 per property per week
(€369 $483)
28 April 2012 - 1 June 2012 £350.00 per property per week
(€431 $564)
2 June 2012 - 13 July 2012 £425.00 per property per week
(€523 $684)
14 July 2012 - 14 September 2012 £475.00 per property per week
(€584 $765)
15 September 2012 - 16 November 2012 £375.00 per property per week
(€461 $604)
17 November 2012 - 14 December 2012 £300.00 per property per week
(€369 $483)

Additional price information

Winter tariffs (from mid-October) exclude an additional charge of £25 per property per week to cover the extra costs of heating fuel. 

 

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Kathy and Paul Godfrey

(Advertising since January 2006)

Tel: + 44 (0)1494 670967

Tel 2: + 44 (0)7710 290759

Tel 3: + 44 (0)7742 306760

Fax: + 44 (0)1494 670967

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