18c Farmhouse, Dordogne Valley, sleeps 8, pool

Charming cottages nestled in a country lane, 500m from the Dordogne river. Our 18th century property is set in the heart of the Dordogne Valley, in the picturesque village of Meyronne, 10 mn from Rocamadour and Martel. Ideally located near the unmissable sites of the region (Sarlat, Gouffre de Padirac, Collonges-la-Rouge,...), hilltop medieval castles and villages, top-notch restaurants and all kinds of activities (canoeing, swimming in the river, hiking, biking, rock-climbing, pot-holing....). Farmhouse rental in the Dordogne Sleeps 6-8 Let July & August only 4 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms (one with bath & shower, one with shower) Fully equipped for self catering, including dishwasher Linen included (towel hire available on request) Non-smoking Suitable for children Private garden with BBQ and garden furniture Satellite television Swimming pool (shared) Free Wi-fi Available (Optic fibre) Set in peaceful surroundings, The Farmhouse, and two small cottages are detached and fully equipped for self catering. Guests of any of our properties can also enjoy our swimming pool during the summer months. Laborie is located in the famous Dordogne valley, a beautiful French landscape of rolling hills, cliffs, forests, medieval hill villages and delightful towns and we are only minutes from a multitude of attractions and activities. This bright and spacious holiday accommodation is spread over 3 floors, has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, and sleeps 8 people. This traditional 18th century French farmhouse has been carefully restored and retains its original charm and character. Bathrooms 2 Bedrooms 2 double bedroom(s) Lower ground floor Bedroom 1 - large double bedroom with French doors leading directly to the garden. Study room, and a Bathroom - adjacent to the bedroom with shower. 2 twin bedroom(s) 1 cot(s) Occupancy 8 Suitability Suitable for children, Non-smoking Linen included (Towel Hire available separately) Kitchen facilities Dishwasher, Freezer, Fridge, Cooker, Ironing facilities, Microwave, Washing machine, Gas hob, Electric oven, Fridge-Freezer Internal facilities CD player, DVD player, English satellite TV, Internet access (broadband), TV, Fans in rooms, Radio, Hairdryer, Board Games, Wi-Fi Broadband Internet, MP3 Player, Internet Access, Tea/Coffee making facilities External facilities Garden, Scenic views, Swimming pool (shared use), Barbecue Activities nearby Ballooning, Bird Watching, Boules, Canoeing, Caving, Cycling, Drawing and painting, Fishing, Golf, Hiking, Horse riding, Kayaking, Mountain biking, Paragliding, Photography, Photography, Rambling, Riverside activities, Rock climbing, Shopping, Sightseeing, Swimming, Tree adventure park, Walking, Water sports, Wine tasting, Wine touring Our self-catering holiday cottages are located in the heart of one of the most beautiful and unspoilt parts of southwest France - The Dordogne Valley - making our cottages the ideal base for a sightseeing holiday in The Dordogne. From the era of Prehistoric Man through the Middle Ages and beyond the Dordogne is steeped in history. The Dordogne region also formed the historic frontier between France and England during the Hundred Years War and this rich heritage offers a renowned variety of sights for you to discover. The Perigord boasts numerous castles, churches and medieval bastides towns as well as beautiful stone villages and prehistoric caves, all set in some of France’s loveliest countryside. Explore the ancient town of Sarlat, or discover the castle Beynac, once captured by Richard the Lionheart. The rich and abundant culinary tradition of the region ensures a wealth of gastronomic treats, and a vast choice of markets,shops and restaurants. The Dordogne river meanders throughout undulating hills, forests and limestone cliffs with new discoveries around every corner. In the heart of the Dordogne Valley, we are perfectly located for exploring ancient chateaux, beautiful stone villages and the world-renowned historic sights of Perigord including Sarlat where the ancient narrow streets burst with local produce on market day. Discover the second most-visited site in France - Rocamadour - a medieval treasure that is literally hanging off the cliffs of the Alzou canyon. Enjoy the fun of canoeing down the river, which winds through breathtaking valleys. Visit the prehistoric caves of Lascaux, where extraordinary cave paintings (17,000 years old) tell the tales of prehistoric man. Outdoor activities from hot-air ballooning to golf, hiking and cycling are all very close to our holiday accommodation. The Dordogne is also a fantastic family friendly area, full of fun activities for kids. They can canoe or swim in the river, which is quite safe and shallow in the summer months. For kids in need of thrills, they can splash in a waterpark with slides, pools, trampolines & bouncy castles (15 kms from us). Or they can go tree climbing in La foret des Ecureuils where they can jump from tree to tree and dangle from a flying fox 40 feet above the ground! Step back into history at the castle of Beynac with its museum of ancient warfare - a great place to visit. Finally, after a long day’s activities, you can choose from a variety of restaurants as the rich culinary tradition of the Dordogne offers many gastronomic experiences ranging from Haute Cuisine to traditional French food. Local amenities Nearest bakery: St Sozy Nearest supermarket: St Sozy Nearest market: Martel Nearest pharmacy: Souillac Nearest bar: St Sozy Tourist information: Souillac Arriving by air Laborie is less than two hours from five airports. Four are serviced by Ryanair (Brive, Limoges, Rodez, Bergerac). Flybe flies to Bergerac,Limoges and Toulouse airports. Easyjet, Flybe, Air France, KLM and British Airways have routes to Toulouse airport. Driving times to us are: From Brive - Dordogne Valley Airport : 35 mn From Limoges Airport: 1h45mn From Rodez Airport: 1h50 mn From Bergerac Airport: 1h55 mn From Toulouse Airport: 1h50 mn Arriving by rail The Paris-Brive direct service takes just under 4 hours and we are 35 minutes from Brive. Alternatively, you can take the Paris-Toulouse service that stops in Souillac, 15 minutes drive from our location. Rental car hire is available in Brive, next to the train station and rental car hire is also available in Souillac. Distance from ports Easily reached by the A20 motorway Laborie is 818 km (7 hours, 45 mn) from Calais; 681 km (7 hours, 15 minutes) from St Malo and 745 km from Cherbourg (8 hours) Covid-19 At Laborie, we already rate 5* for cleaning on our booking platforms. With the coronovirus pandemic, we are putting extra measures into place to ensure your safety and peace of mind: The cottages are thoroughly disinfected, including floors and surfaces. All kitchen equipment and crockery are put through the dishwasher, reaching high above the recommended 60 degrees for killing the virus. Bed linen, towels and kitchen towels are washed at 90 degrees. Pool area and outdoor furniture are disinfected before your arrival. Possibility of booking a 2 hour private use of the pool per day. We provide locally hand-made soap and recycled toilet paper upon arrival. This process might take extra time to get your accommodation ready. Please bear with us if we need an extra 30 mn to get your cottage spick and span. Ground floor Kitchen / dining room - spacious dining area, featuring an original stone fireplace. The large sunny kitchen is completely appointed for self-catering holidays, and includes a dishwasher and washing machine. Lounge - The large lounge, with wood burner and satellite television leads directly onto a private garden. Free Wifi is also available. First floor Bedroom 2 - The master bedroom of the French farmhouse is located on the first floor, with a king-size bed set under exposed roof beams. Bedroom 3 and 4 - Adjoining the master bedroom are two further twin bedrooms and a unique bathroom, with the bath set in the original pigeon tower (pigeonnier) - a distinctive architectural feature of our region. Outside Private garden to relax in with a fenced swimming pool.