Two Self Catering Cottages in Converted Barn with Pool

Cottage 1 details

View across pool to barn

Home description

Welcome to this lovely converted barn in the delightful village of Salignac, in easy walking distance from the tourist office, village shops, restaurants and bank, and yet peaceful and private.  The barn is divided into a romantic one bedroom cottage (including a 4-poster bed with views of the medieval chateau), and a 2 bedroom cottage with many original features.  For joint bookings, the soundproof adjoining door can be unlocked.

Each cottage is self contained, with its own private patio, including barbecue, and joint access to the garden and pool.  Each has all modern conveniences, but keeps the character with exposed beams and stonework, and rustic furniture.  There are lovely views all around - across the medieval village, the garden and pool, and to the chateau and countryside beyond.

This beautiful area of France has something to offer everyone, from prehistoric cave paintings through medieval chateaux to beautiful gardens and pilgrimage sites.  Outdoor activities include walking, canoeing, fishing, horseriding and many more.  There are cultural events throughout the year, but especially in summer, including a drama festival in Sarlat, many local markets, festivals and flea markets.  Dining out is wonderful and varied, from pavement cafes to upmarket restaurants, with local specialities including duck, foie gras, walnuts and goats cheese, and of course many local french wines.

External features on site

• Barbecue
• Garden
• Scenic views
• Swimming pool (shared use)

Accommodation detail

Master Bedroom

Kitchen/Dining Area

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Cottage 1 is a two bedroom cottage with many original features and comprises:

Ground floor

• Kitchen / dining room - this room is split-level with a fully-equipped kitchen area with two steps down leading to the living area. The living area has a flat-screen TV, DVD player and satellite TV.
• Cloakroom - with WC

First floor

• Bedroom 1 - a double bedroom with a king-size bed
• Bedroom 2 - a twin bedroom with two single beds
• Bathroom - with separate shower unit and large bath
• Sitting area - on the landing there is a small table and chairs 

Outside

There are views across the garden on one side and across the medieval village on the other side. 

About the location

The property is a couple of minutes walk from the centre of the village of Salignac, and yet it is peaceful and private.  The village square hosts a local market twice a week, and there is a tourist office, restaurants, bakery, butcher, supermarket, tabac, hairdresser, flower shop, antique shop, pharmacy - more or less everything you could want in easy walking distance.  There is a beautiful church, and the medieval chateau (currently closed for renovation).  

About twenty minutes drive away is Sarlat, a beautiful medieval town, with a big market twice a week, and many restaurants.  The gardens of Eyrignac are close by, and many other tourist attractions are within easy driving distance.

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

Activities near by

Ballooning, Boules, Canoeing, Cycling, Fishing, French tuition, Gourmet dining, Horse riding, Riverside activities, Shopping, Sightseeing, Swimming, Tennis, Walking, Wine tasting, Wine touring

See Activities and attractions for more information on nearby activities and places of interest.

How to get here

• There are several airports in the area, one and a half  to two hours drive away - Bergerac, Limoges, Toulouse, Bordeaux, served by several of the low-cost airlines.  A new airport is being built near Brive, and this will be about 20 minutes drive away. 
• The nearest railway stations are at Brive (35 minutes drive away) or Souillac (20 minutes drive away), which are on the main line from Paris. 
• Driving from Paris takes about 5 to 6 hours, straight down the A20 to Brive, and then across to Salignac. 
• It is 7 or 8 hours drive from various ferry ports, including Calais, Caen, St Malo and Cherbourg.

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