Le Pech de Giroux - Farmhouse Holiday Rental in Grolejac, Dordogne, France

Where is it

• Location:  South West France  >  Aquitaine  >  Dordogne
• Closest town/village:  Grolejac (Dordogne) ( 0.7 miles *Direct distance, road distance may vary. Please refer to detailed area map for local roads. )
• Closest airport: Brive Souillac Airport - Dordogne (45 minutes)
• Access: No public transport available, Car Essential, Taxi from airport, Taxi from train station Car hire
• Property highlights: Barbecue, Garden, Scenic views, Swimming pool (exclusive use)

 

Secluded 200yr Old House, Heated Pool, Stunning Views, Part Aircon

This delightful old house is situated between Domme and Sarlat and is private and secluded but not isolated, with extensive grounds and a large heated pool. The garden is professionally designed and landscaped.

The sparkling crystal waters of the river Dordogne offer excellent swimming and canoeing. Fine local wines and superb Perigordian cuisine are good value in the numerous restaurants. Whether your interests are sporting, cultural or gastronomic, the region will provide you with a memorable holiday. Alternatively you can relax quietly beside the pool in the sun with a glass of wine and enjoy the wonderful views down the valley.

In the Perigord Noir, within two miles of the Dordogne River and the Lot Department, is our 200-year-old traditional stone farmhouse, with five bedrooms and four bath/shower rooms. The house and grounds are private and secluded but not isolated, situated in a hamlet between picturesque Sarlat with its wealth of Renaissance architecture and the market town of Gourdon, each about 15 minutes' drive, and close to the famous medieval bastide town of Domme. The nearest village is Grolejac, a mile down the valley.

2012 is our 18th year of successful letting and 30% of our guests have returned, 14 groups taking three holidays or more.

Holiday Accommodation at Le Pech de Giroux

The accommodation is on two floors and all rooms have beams and/or exposed stonework.

Ground floor

• Kitchen/dining room - with exposed stone walls, beamed ceiling and door to terrace. Well fitted and equipped with dishwasher, microwave, fridge/freezer, electric hob and oven. Seating for 8 people.
• Living room - which also has exposed stone walls and ceiling timbers, with a wood-burning stove within the original inglenook fireplace. We have a High-definition (HDTV) 32 inch flat screen television coupled to a Freesat "Humax" box. This offers over 150 TV and Radio digital channels, mainly HD. In addition there are many other non-UK digital channels. There are also a DVD and Video. There is a selection of music/video tapes, books and board games. Telephone for incoming/outgoing calls. Seating for 8 people.
• Hall - with stairs to first floor.
• Shower room - with shower cubicle, basin and toilet
• Bedroom 1 - has twin beds.
• Bedroom 2 - single bed leading via a (lockable) door to bedroom 3.
• Bedroom 3 - is accessed from bedroom 2 or from the terrace. It has a non-working inglenook fireplace, its own door to the terrace and a double bed.
• En-suite shower room - with shower cubicle, vanity unit with basin and toilet.

First floor

The roof has been beautifully restored with the original "A-frame" roof structure exposed as a stunning feature, and numerous beams and stonework. There are far-reaching views down the valley from the living room and both bedrooms.

• Living room - living area with a normal television coupled to a "Sky" box which offers a more restricted range of UK TV and Radio digital channels. DVD, Video and telephone. Internet broadband point for your own laptop. Seating for 4 people.
• Bathroom - vanity unit with basin, toilet and small-sized bath with shower.
• Bedroom 4 - built-in air conditioning, vanity unit with basin, twin beds and a wealth of exposed roof timbers and stonework. 
• Bedroom 5 -  within a  traditional "Pigeonnier" tour, with french windows to the front. Built-in air conditioning and kingsize bed.
• En-suite shower room - with toilet, vanity unit with basin and large shower cubicle.

Outside

• Utility room - is at the side of the house with washing machine and tumble dryer.
• Terrace - large area fronting the whole length of the house laid to paving, gravel and flower beds. Large outdoor dining table and chairs. Gas barbeque. The table tennis table and bike storeroom are in a shaded area of hard-standing beyond the terrace.
• Swimming Pool - 5 metres by 10 metres. The depth is 0.9 metres for the first 1.5 metres then slopes to 2.1 metres at the deep end. Spacious decked and paved sunbathing areas on three sides. At the shallow end are four "Roman End" steps. The pool heats to 25°c and filters automatically needing no attention from guests and is maintained weekly. Fully enclosed by low sympathetic fencing, with lockable gates and alarm for the safety of children.
• Storeroom - adjacent to the pool.

The property has an idyllic setting in beautiful countryside with spectacular views across a valley, and is south-facing with sun all day long. The house is fronted by a terrace with low stone wall and part-shaded by a mature Lime, with three acres of private grounds. A third of this is garden, one-third a gently sloping grass meadow and a path leads into the woods which form the remainder of the property, giving plenty of space for children to play and explore. There is plenty of outdoor furniture and beds.

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About Grolejac in Dordogne, Aquitaine

The Perigord region of Southwest France is an area of lush green countryside which is bathed in sunshine for much of the year. Winding roads through meadows and forests reveal panoramic views of handsome ancient chateaux and castles, picturesque farms and dovecotes, built from golden limestone. You may visit spectacular underground caves whose walls are stunningly painted with prehistoric animals.

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

How To Get To Grolejac in Dordogne, South West France

Calais is 520 miles, almost all motorway or dual carriageway. Many of our guests fly CityJet from London or Manchester to Brive only 27 miles away. Ryanair fly Stansted to Bergerac 55 miles away or Limoges and Rodez each 100 miles. Other companies fly from many airports to Bordeaux and Toulouse. Pre-booked car hire is available at all airports.

Directions: Detailed instructions can be issued on application.

Assuming you start from Carsac-Aillac, leave Carsac on the D704 signposted Gourdon and cross the bridge over the River Dordogne. Grolejac starts immediately south of the bridge.

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

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Facilities at Le Pech de Giroux

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Availability at Le Pech de Giroux

Changeover day: Saturday

Availability last updated on: - Wednesday, May 16, 2012

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