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Combe-Claire has been designed by the renowned French architect, Francois Coq. The style has been inspired by the style of Chartreuse (Carthusian monastery) with all the beauty of a Perigordine stone house and the modern facilities for maximum comfort. Both house and the private, heated swimming pool, enjoy a southerly aspect with a magnificent panoramic view of the valley. The house is full of light and is beautifully decorated throughout.

Combe-Claire offers accommodation for group of up to 10 guests in 5 ensuite bedrooms. The 13m x 5m, non-chlorine, heated private swimming pool has a delightful waterfall and can be enjoyed in all seasons. The pool's specifically designed roman steps are ideal for young children. The house has many features such as stone flooring, beautiful oak beams and a large stone open fireplace which  adds a focus of warmth in the cooler months. All bedrooms have air conditioning.

In spring the fruit trees blossom on the slopes surrounding the house. The deer pass by in the valley and wild boar occasionally forage in the local woods. In autumn the early morning mist gives way to warm sunshine that ripens the figs and walnuts. In the immediate surroundings it is easy to find an astonishing variety of wild life, deer, wood peckers, owls, red squirrel, rabbits are just a few to mention. Here is truly a place to relax, contemplate and unwind, yet it is superbly located so that all the region’s attractions can be visited with ease.

Accommodation detail

Combe-Claire is a traditionally built stone house that offers all the modern conveniences to make your holiday comfortable and enjoyable.

Ground Floor

• Elegant and spacious salon (over 67sq m) which enjoys the fantastic panoramic view of the valley. There are large doors leading to the outside terrace. The room offers two seating areas. Satellite TV with English and French channels, DVD and CD player are provided. 
• Large formal dining room can seat 12 comfortably. It has also marvellous views and doors that lead to the terrace.
• Principle bedroom with large en suite. The arched glass door leads to the terrace and is overlooking the glorious view of the valley. The room has air conditioning and under floor heating. The spacious en suite has Italian shower, bath, large hand basin, WC, Bidet, electric towel heater. Hair dryer is provided.
•  Cot and crib can be provided on request.
•  High chair available
•  Fully equipped kitchen with granite worktops, Fridge/Freezer, microwave oven, gas hob, electric oven, toaster, food processer and steemer. China, cutlery, glasses, pots, pans and many other items are provided.
•  Laundry room fitted with washing machine, tumble dryer, sink and water softener. There are also iron and heated electric ironing board with suction function for easy and fast ironing.
•  Two separate cloakrooms are located on the ground floor.

First Floor

• Beautiful staircase leads to mezzanine with oak flooring . From here a glass door opens to the balconey with its fantastic view.
• 4 en suite-bedrooms are located on this floor. Two rooms with twin beds and two with double and king size beds. All rooms have air conditioning, built in wardrobes and doors which opens out to a little balconey. All en suits have electric towel heaters and hairdryers.

Outside

• Landscaped garden all around the house
• Summer Garden to the North of the house
• South Facing Terrace with great view. Table with 10 chairs, cushions and large parasol are provided.
• Heated pool can be accessed via steps leading from terrace.
• 10 Pool loungers with cushions provided
• Children's special bench, table, chairs and parasol.
• Barbecue
• Game room

About the location

The house is on one of three hilltop villages within sight (and a short drive) of each other. The beautiful village of Tamnies captivates the visitor with deer, flower displays and an excellent restaurant (La Borderie ). Its illuminated church tower is a landmark at night.

Marquay, with fresh bread daily, offers several excellent restaurants. The house, Combe-Claire, is perched atop Escamps, a hamlet of just a few houses, free from intrusion and visitor activity.

An enjoyable 15 minute drive to the south lies the medieval town of Sarlat; a similar distance to the west is Les Eyzies, the ‘capital of prehistory’, while to the north are the celebrated caves of Lascaux, where images of bison and deer, perhaps ancestors of the herd that still haunt the nearby fields, are to be seen.

Tamnies Lake, with its sandy beach and beautiful views is only 1.5 miles away.

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

How to get here

On booking, we provide full directions from Bergerac, which is the nearest airport ,or from any other Ferry ports that you may be using.

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

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Facilities

Facility	Details
Type	Country house (Self-catering)
Bedrooms	3 double, 2 twin
Baby cots	2
Bathrooms	5 bathroom(s)
Separate toilets	7
Capacity	10
Living Area	486 m²
Suitability	Non-smoking, Suitable for children, Suitable for the elderly, Unsuitable for wheelchair access
Linen	Linen and towels are provided( not the pool towels).
Changeover day	Saturday

Facility	Details
Internal facilities	Air conditioning, Board Games, CD player, Central heating (electric), Computer, DVD player, English satellite TV, Exclusive rental, Hairdryer, Broadband Internet Access (Wi-fi), Internet access (broadband), Low allergen environment, Owner not on site, Radio, TV, Telephone, Weekly maid service, Wood burning fire or stove
Kitchen facilities	Cooker, Dishwasher, Electric oven, Fridge-Freezer, Gas hob, Ironing facilities, Microwave, Tumble dryer, Washer-dryer, Washing machine
Other	Underfloor heating for cooler season Computer will be provided on request Water softener Video and DVD collection
External features on site	Barbecue, Garden, Scenic views, Swimming pool (exclusive use)
Other	Restaurant, walking distance Sandy lake side beach only 1.25 miles Horse riding 1.5 miles Fishing 1.5 miles

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Additional price information

• Pool heating £100.00 per week. 
• Check out cleaning £100-£150
• Maid service can be provided on request.
• Bikes for rental can be provided on request

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