Couples accommodation in the Lot department of the Midi-Pyrenees region
Le Fournil self catering cottage
Property Description
Le Fournil Cottage, which is totally
independent, is set within the grounds of the owners' property (30
acres of fields and woodlands), From its slightly elevated position,
it overlooks the tiny hamlet of Estanels, open fields, wooded
hillsides and lovely valley beyond. Situated in the area of "La
Bouriane" and undulating land of pine, oak and chestnut forests,
walnut groves and wild mushrooms, It's unspoilt rural setting,
between the valleys of the Lot and Dordogne rivers, offers the
possibility of total peace and relaxation. Sorry but no pets.
Accommodation details
Sleeps 2. Le Fournil provides ideal all year
round accommodation for two people. The thick stone walls keep the
interior cool in the hot summers while modern insulation and an old
fashioned wood burning stove ensure cosy winter evenings. There is a
perfect mix of old and new - beams and stone combined with all
modern fittings. On the ground floor the entrance hall has a
spacious built in cupboard with hanging space and shelving. Off the
hall is a shower room with shower cubicle, vanity unit and WC. Stone
steps lead up to a lounge/dining room with well equipped corner
kitchen (gas cooker, refrigerator, washing machine, ironing board
and iron, coffee machine, kettle, teapot, plus ample pots, pans,
crockery etc.) Dining table and chairs and two armchairs. The
comfortable lounge area has a wood burning stove for which logs are
supplied free of charge. The original stone arch of the bread oven
remains. There is a radio/cassette/CD player and a small selection
of books. An open plane wooden staircase leads to the first floor
bedroom which has a double bed and storage space.
Local area
Outside there is a south facing terrace with
fine views, table and chairs, sunloungers, parsol and barbeque.
There is a private driveway with parking and a garden area with
fields beyond.
Other details
Rental prices/Changeover day
Prices per week (for two people sharing)
£160 - £350
Prices include gas, electricity (except heating), water and logs for
the fire. Sheets for the bed and towels are not included, if not
bringing your own then these can be provided for and extra charge of
22 Euros.
Sunday is changeover day at Le Fournil, although we can be flexible
outside of high season. Check-in time is 16:00 and check-out time is
10:00
Travel times & Directions
We are 20Kms west of the A20 via the D13 and
D172. Estanels can be found on IGN map 57 (Cahors/Montauban) map
reference 4B. Full directions will be given when the property is
booked.
We are located Approximately 9 -11 hours from the ferry ports of
Calais and Bolougne. Caen and Roscoff are 8-10 hours away (this
inlcludes stopping times for lunch etc.) Toulouse, Rodez, Bergerac
and Limoges airports are all within 2 hours drive. Brive airport
(which is due to open in 2008) is 90 minutes away. Car hire is
available from all airports.
