Cottage. This quaint former wheelwrights cottage, with 4.5m circular pool, is one of the oldest in this charrning village. Overlooking the River Célé in the heart of the Parc Naturel, a haven for wildlife - including kites, owls, deer and wild boar. Surrounded by deep river gorges, cliffs and limestone plateaux. Close to other villages with shops and restaurants. 20 minutes from St -Cirq-Lapopie. Superb scenery, walking, cycling, swimming, canoeing and horseriding. Mountain bikes are provided.

Large double bedroom with en suite cloakroom. Large twin bedded room. Shower room, kitchen, lounge. Bbq. South facing garden with secluded terrace.

Bed linen provided. Friday changeover.

Farmhouse. Five comfortably furnished bedrooms which can accommodate up to 15 people in total with the option of table d'hotes (evening meal) if required. There is a large living room with a small bar and some games available. See our website for more details.

Facilities

Property Type:	Gites Farmhouses Cottages Bed and Breakfasts
Nearest ferry port:	St Malo 641km, Caen/Ouistreham 678km and Cherbourg 790km.
Nearest restaurant:	Cabrerets and Marcilhac-sur-Célé, both 10 minutes drive.
Location and activities:	Situated in the small quiet village of Saulia-sur-Célé. There are often activities in the village, walks on a Tuesday, the village fetes in June and July. There are wonderful walks, canoeing, caving, horse riding, bird-watching, fishing, pretty villages to visit and caves with pre-historic paintings. Or just relax and enjoy the view.
Bedrooms:	Cottage. One double bedroom with chest of drawers, wardrobe and bedside table with lamp and a wicker chair, with its own toilet and washbasin. Second bedroom with 2 single beds, chest of drawers, bedside table and lamp, hanging wardrobe space and rocking chair. Farmhouse. Bedroom 1 with double bed and one lit coin (old style French single bed) chest of drawers, wardrobe, bedside table and table lamp and one armchair and overlooking the main garden and fields beyond. Bedroom 2 with double bed, wardrobe, blanket chest, bedside tables and table lamp. On the second floor Bedroom 3 with double bed and single bed, bedside table with table lamp chest of drawers and hanging space. This has an en suite shower room with shower, washbasin and wc. Bedroom 4 with two single beds, chest of drawers, hanging space and wicker chair. Bedroom 5 with double bed, single bed, bedside table and table lamp, chest of drawers and hanging space. This has an en suite shower room with shower, wash basin and wc.
Bathrooms:	Cottage. The bathroom, recently refurbished has only a shower cubicle (no bath), washbasin and toilet Farmhouse. Two en suite bathrooms both with a shower, wc and washbasin. Third bathroom with shower, wc and washbasin. Separate wc.
Kitchen:	Cottage. Fully equipped with full sized cooker with integral grill, fridge with freezer compartment, washing machine, microwave, toaster, electric kettle, iron and ironing board. The cupboards contain a comprehensive range of crockery and glasses, cutlery, saucepans, dishes and utensils.
Dining:	Cottage. Dining table and chairs provided in the large kitchen area, with also another terrace table provided for al fresco dining.
Living area:	Cottage. Comfortable 3 piece suite, with log burning fire for those cooler spring and autumn evenings.
Entertainment on-site:	The cottage has a hi-fi system with cd player with some cds provided. Range of English books for the avid reader and several games for the children.
Outside:	The cottage has private south facing terrace with table and chairs for outside dining, overlooking the River Célé. Large lawn area. Bbq provided as are sunloungers, mountain bikes and also of course the 4.5 metre round swimming pool.
General:	Ideal place if you want a restful peaceful holiday to get away from the stresses of the daily grind.
Suitability:	Due to steep staircases the cottage may not be suitable for people with mobility problems or very young children.

Owners Recommendations

Eating Out

'Cahors'
"A good choice of restaurants and at lunchtime you can find a 12 Euro menu which includes wine and coffee. Try the Mephisto, our favourite."

'Marcilhac-sur-Cele'
"The Cafe des Touristes may sound a bit naff, but if you want to sample excellent home country cooking this is the place to go. It might be a little more expensive but the portions are generous, work up an appetite before you go."

'St-Cirq-Lapopie'
"A great place to eat out as there is a large choice of restaurants in season, plenty of them having terraces with breathtaking views. "

Local Area and Activities

'Bonaguil Castle'
"This is one of the last old style castles before the chateau became popular. Explore the underground tunnels and dungeons, great for the kids."

'Cahors'
"The main town of the department famous for its fortified medieval bridge, the Pont Valentre, and not far away the Cahors vineyards."

'Gouffre de Padirac'
"An amazing cavern, accessed from a huge hole in the ground. Travel by boat on the underground river and marvel at the stalactites and stalagmites."

'Grottes du Pech Merle'
"Wonderful cave system which is renowned for some of the best pre-historic cave paintings. It also has the largest colony of long eared bats in Europe"

'Outdoor Activities'
"Try canoeing on the picturesque Cele river and see the dragonflies and kingfishers. There is also rock climbing, mountain biking and walking. If you like nature there are plenty of birds to be seen and the wild flowers and butterflies are amazing. "

'Rocamadour'
"The second most visited site outside of Paris after Mont St Michel, this amazing town is built into the steep limestone cliffs. Visit the cathedral which has a black Madonna, visit the ramparts of the chateau and in September go and see the hot air balloon festival."

'St-Cirq-Lapopie'
"Picturesque village with quaint winding streets perched on the cliffs above the River Lot. It is one of the most beautiful villages in France with craft shops and plenty of restaurants."

Markets and Shopping

'Limogne Market'
"This quaint local Sunday market has a great ambiance. It's not too big but bustling with life, and they also have a brocante market from time to time. "

'Villefranche Market'
"In our opinion this huge Thursday morning market is the best one around. A true farmers market with lots of fresh produce and anything else you can think of."

Rental Rates

Martin Pecheur - Sleeps: 2/4, Bedrooms: 2

April/Oct £235 pw
May/Sept £310 p
June £390 pw
July/Aug £410 - £495 pw

CHAMBRE D'HOTE - Price

Room with shared bathroom including breakfast - Single occupancy €30, double room €40 Triple room €55
En suite room €10 extra 4th person in en suite room (folding/child bed) €15 extra
Children under 3 years with own cot - Free

Contact Details

To book this property use the contact details below quoting Holiday France Direct ref: ML000829.

Contact:	Helen and Richard Cheesman
Telephone:	(00 33) 5 65 31 38 45
Email:	Email the Owner »
Owner's website:	pagesperso-orange.fr/metairie.lot
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Listing last updated:	19 Aug 2008