Idyllic stone cottage with pool, near Sainte-Foy-la-Grande. — Property 13388

Idyllic stone cottage with pool, near Sainte-Foy-la-Grande.

Les Faures is located in a tranquil setting on the outskirts of the village of Monfaucon with views over vineyards and woods. The stone cottage with exposed beams and wood burning stove is tastefully furnished and equipped to a high standard offering spacious accommodation for 6 people. The cottage benefits from central heating and is thus suitable for off-season holidays. There are 3 double bedrooms, one with double bed with en-suite shower room/WC, one with 2 single beds with en-suite shower room/WC and the third bedroom has 2 single beds with en-suite toilet. All linen and towels for house use are provided. Outside, the cottage is surrounded by mature gardens with oak and chestnut trees providing shade and areas for al fresco dining. Guests have access to a secluded sun terrace and pool (13m x 5.5m), which has an alarm system for child safety and underwater lighting for evening dips. Patio furniture, cushioned sun loungers, play equipment and barbecue are all available.

Location Monfaucon Monfaucon < Perigord Pourpre < Dordogne < Aquitaine < France

Monfaucon Monfaucon < Perigord Pourpre < Dordogne < Aquitaine < France

 marks the location of this property in Monfaucon

Availability for the cottage in Perigord Pourpre, Dordogne, France

Last updated on:

Wednesday, 20 August 2008

Changeover day:

Saturday

Normal availability

April - October inclusive

Rental rates for the cottage in Perigord Pourpre, Dordogne, France

^*Please Note: The owner of this property accepts payment in the original currency specified, before use of conversion tool. The conversion tool is provided for your convenience only. The owner may accept other currencies if specifically agreed in advance.

Notes to the rental rates

• Payment is only accepted in the quoted currency unless the currency and the amount is specifically agreed in advance with the owner/advertiser. A non-refundable deposit of £300 is required on booking. The balance is payable 8 weeks prior to arrival date. If the deposit is not received within a week, the property will be removed from 'booked'. If the booking is less than 8 weeks before the start of the rental period, full payment is required.
  
• A security deposit of £300 is required to be paid with the outstanding balance 8 weeks before arrival. This will be refunded within two weeks of departure provided there are no breakages or damage.
  The above rental charges are based on a maximum occupancy of 6 people. At no time can occupancy exceed this number.
  There is an additional charge of £50 per week for central heating, if required in off-season periods.
  What is included? Water and electricity. Cleaning of the cottage prior to arrival. Maintenance of grounds, gardens and pool prior to arrival. Daily maintenance of pool. Duvets, pillows and bed linen made up for arrival. 2 bath towels per guest per week. Bed linen/towels/tea towel changed weekly. Wood for stove. Internet access. Pool towels available by prior arrangement.
  
• Christmas/New Year breaks are available, as are weekend or midweek breaks throughout the year. Please telephone for rates.
  

Accommodation and Facilities for the cottage in Perigord Pourpre, Dordogne, France

Golf Information/Leisure Activities

There are plenty of things to do around Les Faures. Relaxing by the pool is lovely when the weather is hot, but if you would like to be more energetic, why not try the following. Château des Vigiers is a golf and leisure complex only 15km away from Les Faures. It offers an 18-hole international golf course and driving range. There is also a 6 hole academy course. Visitors are welcome and golfers with a minimum 36 handicap can play. Clubs, trolleys and electric carts are available for hire. The château also offers 2 restaurants, bars and a beauty salon. Activities for children (and adults), less than 30 minutes away include: an equestrian centre, catering for riders of all levels; jet skiing, quad bikes or roller skating at Pro-Glisse, Aqua Park with pool and water slides; go-karting and bowling; swimming, fishing or relaxing at the Lac de Gurson, a lake complex, complete with sandy beach, water chutes and restaurants; canoes, kayaks and bicycles can be rented locally.

Swimming Pool/Garden

The swimming pool (13mx5.5m), which enjoys full sun all day, is completely enclosed by a fence with a secure gate with an attractive rockery, fruit trees and climbing roses. The secluded sun terrace with cushioned sun loungers, tables and parasols is the perfect place to relax with views over neighbouring vineyards and woods. The pool is equipped with an alarm system, poolside shower and underwater lighting for evening dips. From steps at the shallow end (1.35m) the pool gradually slopes to a depth of 1.5m and is maintained daily. The grounds to the rear of the cottage provide guests with space to play games such as football, badminton, rounders, table-tennis and practise their golf swing. There is also plenty of space for parking. A well-lit path leads to the front of the cottage. Here is a well-stocked, mature garden with shady spots for relaxing and sunny areas for al fresco dining and barbecues. Depending on season, you can pick plums, fig, grapes and walnuts to enjoy.

Travel to the area

Les Faures is 20 minutes west of Bergerac Airport which offers low cost flights by Ryanair from London Stansted, Liverpool and Nottingham/E Midlands, by Flybe from Southampton, Birmingham, Belfast, Exeter, Edinburgh, Leeds Bradford and Bristol. Car hire is available at Bergerac Airport. BA has flights from Gatwick to Bordeaux Airport which is one hour away. In addition, Flybe offer flights to Bordeaux from Bristol, Southampton and Norwich, while BmiBaby fly from Birmingham, Manchester and Nottingham/E Midlands. If driving, the ferry ports of St Malo and Cherbourg are approximately 6-7 hours journey and all other channel ferry ports can be reached with a day.