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Magnificent house/villa with heated private pool & air conditioning Nr Sarlat — Property 55065

  • 5 large bedrooms,5 bathrooms, sleeps 10.Situated in the heart of the Dordogne
  • Location: Escamps Tamnies, Perigord Noir, Dordogne, Aquitaine, France

Summary of the house, 5 bedrooms, sleeps 10

Summary of the house, 5 bedrooms, sleeps 10
Contact Farah Turner
+44 (0)7957 483 772
Property type:
house, detached, 486 m²
Location type:
Rural, Village
Highlights:
Outdoor pool, Garden, Terrace
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Special Offer: 20% off in October 2008
Dates: 18 October 2008 to 25 October 2008
  • Swimming pool
  • Garden
  • Wheelchair friendly
  • No smoking
  • Family friendly
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South Facade

South Facade

Pool at night

Pool at night

View from Terrace

View from Terrace

Pool view

Pool view

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Interior 2 Interior 1 interior 5 interior 4 Dining room Bed room 1 Kitchen Combe-Claire West View
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Magnificent house/villa with heated private pool & air conditioning Nr Sarlat

This country house/villa in the heart of the Dordogne, near Sarlat, is spacious, modern and equipped to a very high standard. Both house and heated swimming pool enjoy a southerly aspect with a panoramic view of the valley. The large kitchen is well equipped to a very high standard. All five bedrooms have private en suites. The ground floor has the benefit of under floor heating; the large stone fireplace adds a focus of warmth in the cooler months. The elegant separate dining room, too, looks out onto the unspoiled countryside. The private and heated pool can be enjoyed in all seasons, with a BBQ for variety. Satellite television and high speed internet access are provided. There is a game room with table tennis. The nearby villages of Marquay and Tamnies offer restaurants and shops. The house, which offers seclusion and tranquillity, is perfectly located for visiting all the attractions that the Dordogne region has to offer for a luxury, extra special, romantic or family holiday.

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Location Escamps Tamnies < Perigord Noir < Dordogne < Aquitaine < France

Magnificent house/villa with heated private pool & air conditioning Nr Sarlat  Escamps Tamnies < Perigord Noir < Dordogne < Aquitaine < France
Map location symbol marks the location of this property in Tamnies
Location
Nearest airport: Bergerac at 45 miles
Nearest beach: Beach at 1.5 miles
Nearest motorway: Brive or Souillac at 24 miles
Nearest railway station: Sarlat at 7 miles
Car: necessary

The house is on one of three hilltop villages within sight (and a short drive) of each other. The beautiful village of Tamnies captivates the visitor with deer, flower displays and an excellent restaurant. Its illuminated church tower is a landmark at night. Marquay, with fresh bread daily, offers several excellent restaurants. The house, Combe-Claire, is perched atop Escamps, a hamlet of just a few houses, free from intrusion and visitor activity. An enjoyable 15 minute drive to the south lies the medieval town of Sarlat; a similar distance to the west is Les Eyzies, the ‘capital of prehistory’, while to the north are the celebrated caves of Lascaux, where images of bison and deer, perhaps ancestors of the herd that still haunt the nearby fields, are to be seen.

Local activities swimming, tennis, walking, cycling, fishing, horse riding, golf, mountain biking, paragliding, roller blading



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Availability for the house in Perigord Noir, Dordogne, France

Last updated on:
Thursday, 02 October 2008
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Rental rates for the house in Perigord Noir, Dordogne, France

Special offer 20% off in October 2008

Special offer from Dates: Saturday, 18 October 2008 Saturday, 25 October 2008

20% reduction on our advertised rates for the week in October 2008. Our heated pool has been greatly appreciated by adults and children alike. Bikes can be provided upon request. The house is situated in a great location and enjoys fantastic views, peace and tranquility. Tamnies sandy beach is only one mile away from the house. It is a great place for children to have fun and freedom.

Special offer expires Tuesday, 14 October 2008

Rental basis is per property to be paid in:
British Pounds
Rental Rates
  Dates Rates  
Period name Begins Ends Weekly Weekend per night Midweek per night Minimum stay
01 Oct 2008 03 Oct 2008 GBP 2250 - - 1 Week
04 Oct 2008 19 Dec 2008 GBP 1500 - - 1 Week
20 Dec 2008 02 Jan 2009 GBP 2500 - - 1 Week
03 Jan 2009 06 Mar 2009 GBP 1500 - - 1 Week
07 Mar 2009 17 Apr 2009 GBP 1750 - - 1 Week
18 Apr 2009 12 Jun 2009 GBP 2250 - - 1 Week
13 Jun 2009 04 Sep 2009 GBP 3000 - - 1 Week
05 Sep 2009 02 Oct 2009 GBP 2250 - - 1 Week
03 Oct 2009 18 Dec 2009 GBP 1500 - - 1 Week
19 Dec 2009 08 Jan 2010 GBP 2500 - - 1 Week
09 Jan 2010 06 Mar 2010 GBP 1500 - - 1 Week
07 Mar 2010 23 Apr 2010 GBP 1750 - - 1 Week
24 Apr 2010 28 May 2010 GBP 2250 - - 1 Week

*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

  • - A 25% deposit is required at the time of booking. The balance is due 12 weeks before arrival.
    - A damage/ breakage security deposit of £700 is payable with the final payment and will be refunded in full
    less the cost of any damage or breakages.
    - Bath, hand towels and all bed linen are included in the price.
    - Maid service can be arranged upon request.
    - Utility costs are all included in the quoted price for each week.
    - Free unlimited internet access is included but telephone calls will be charged at normal rate.
    - Lap top can be provided for guests upon request.
  • The pool will be open and heated, free of charge, from March to the end of October.
  • Please note that the confirmation of all bookings is subject to the completion of our booking form and the receipt of the deposit by us, for which a formal acknowledgement will be issued.
    Please do not make irreversible flight or travel arrangements until you have received final confirmation of your booking.
    We strongly recommend that a holiday/travel insurance to be taken out at the time of booking your accommodation and travel.
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Accommodation and Facilities for the house in Perigord Noir, Dordogne, France

Property type:
  • house , detached
Accommodation type:
  • self-catering
Floor area:
  • 486 m²
Location type:
  • Rural, Village
Theme:
  • luxury, family
General:
  • towels provided, safe, telephone, air-conditioning, central heating, linen provided
Kitchen:
  • grill, 4 ring stove, dish washer, fridge, freezer, oven, microwave, washing machine, clothes dryer
Living room:
  • fireplace seating for 12 people
Dining:
  • child's highchair, dining room seating for 10 people
Bathrooms:
  • 5 bathrooms, 2 WCs
  • Master Bathroom - Toilet,Bath with Shower,Shower Enclosure,Bidet,Hand basin,
  • Bathroom 2 - Toilet,Bath with Shower,Hand basin,
  • Bathroom 3 - Toilet,Bath with Shower,Hand basin,
  • Bathroom 4 - Toilet,Shower Enclosure,Hand basin,
  • Bathroom 5 - Toilet,Bath with Shower,Hand basin,
  • Bathroom - Toilet,Hand basin,
  • Bathroom - Toilet,Hand basin,
  • Further two cloak rooms on the ground floor with toilets and hand basins. Toilet paper, hand wash soap and cleaning materials are provided in all bathrooms and cloakrooms.
Bedrooms:
  • 5 bedrooms , sleeps maximum of 10 people
  • Master Bedroom - 1 Extra Lg. Double Bed, En suite (bath, separate shower, twin basins, bidet, WC)
  • Bedroom No 2 - 1 Extra Lg. Double Bed, En suite (bath, shower, hand basin and WC)
  • Bedroom No 3 - 1 Large Double Bed, En suite (bath, shower, hand basin and WC)
  • Bedroom No 4 - 2 Single Bed, En suite(shower, hand basin and WC)
  • Bedroom No 5 - 2 Single Bed, En suite (shower, hand basin and WC)
  • 3 doubles, 2 twins, 1 large Sledge cot, 1 travelling cot and a cot/cradle. The cot and the cradle can be located in any of the bedrooms. All bedrooms have air conditioning.
Entertainment:
  • tv, satellite or cable, radio, stereo system, cd, audio tape player, DVD
internet access
  • internet access, broadband access, wireless broadband
Outside:
  • garden, terrace, balcony, barbecue, parking, 10 garden chairs, 10 beach chairs
Swimming pools:
  • outdoor pool, heated pool, private pool
Suitability:
  • pets not allowed, non smoking only, low allergen environment, long term renters welcome, wheelchair accessible, suitable for elderly or infirm, children welcome
Notes:

This superb large house/villa has been designed by the renowned architect, Francois Coq. The style has been inspired by the Chartreuse (Carthusian monastery) with all the beauty of a Perigordine stone house and the modern facilities for maximum comfort. The entrance hall leads to a very large salon (over 67sq m) which enjoys the fantastic panoramic view of the valley, there are large doors leading to the outside terrace. The house has many features such as stone flooring, beautiful oak beams and a large stone open fire place. A separate dinning room has also marvellous views and doors that lead to the terrace. The principle bedroom is located on the ground floor. A mezzanine on the first floor also leads to a large balcony. The house is full of light and is beautifully decorated throughout. The 13m x 5m, heated non-chlorine swimming pool has a delightful waterfall. The pool's specifically designed Roman steps and soft padded lining are ideal for young children.

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Combe-Claire

Combe-Claire is a traditionally stone-built, country house/villa that offers all the modern conveniences to make your holiday comfortable and enjoyable. In spring the fruit trees blossom on the slopes surrounding the house. The deer pass by in the valley and wild boar occasionally forage in the local woods. In autumn the early morning mist gives way to warm sunshine that ripens the figs and walnuts. In the immediate surroundings it is easy to find an astonishing variety of wild mushrooms. Here is truly a place to relax, contemplate and unwind, yet it is superbly located so that all the region’s attractions can be visited with ease.

The Dordogne

The Dordogne or Périgord region is one of the most beautiful parts of France, well known to the French for its food and wine. There is a saying, “En Périgord, on mange bien, on boit bien”. Périgord is the home of the truffle and foie gras. Numerous local restaurants, with all regional delights, tempt the casual visitor. As a world centre of prehistory, the Dordogne offers countless caves for exploration. The world-renowned Lascaux and Font de Gaume, with their cave paintings and artefact's, are both close by. The national museum of prehistory, only 15 minutes away in Les Eyzies, provides a good starting point. Entrance is free on the first Sunday of every month. Within easy range, too, are chateaux and bastides – medieval fortified towns – which mark turning points of history, from Viking and English domination, to the resistance of the French Protestants. Across this region Simon de Montfort drove the Cathar heretics virtually to extinction at the foot of the Pyrenees.

Sarlat

Sarlat is one of the most fascinating and beautifully restored towns not only in the Dordogne, but in France. The atmosphere and appearance are of another age, with narrow, steep, beautiful alleys flanked by medieval and renaissance houses in honey-coloured stone. It has more historic listed buildings than any other place of its size in France and is the only town to be given three stars by the Michelin guide solely for the quality and character of its old town. One of the largest weekly markets in France takes over most of the town every Saturday. There is also a Food Market in Sarlat every Wednesday. Throughout the summer there are musical festivals and art exhibitions in Sarlat and nearby towns. In the nocturnal markets there are bargains to be sought among the local crafts, food produce and Bergerac wines by the light of gas-illuminated street lamps. Sarlat is only 15-20 minutes drive away from Combe-Claire. A visit to Tourist Information Office in Sarlat is highly recommended.

Other Activities canoeing, hot air ballooning, adventure parks, many historic sites

Featured Review

5/5

Already booked to return in 2009.....

Myrightfoot, Leeds, UK
Review Submitted: August 05, 2008, Date of stay: July, 2008

There aren't enough superlatives for Combe Claire! It is truly one of the best holiday homes a family could wish for. Farah has been completely wonderful from start to finish, especially during a panic phone-call concerning a broken wine bottle and a profusely bleeding foot!

Nothing has been left to chance with this fabulous house. We have not wanted for any facility, nor been disappointed by any aspect of the extremely high quality (dare I say luxury?) specification of this amazing property. From the first glimpse of the house, driving round the tiny, winding road through Escamps, it's impressive facade gives instant 'WOW' factor. Combe Claire has a huge amount of outdoor space, including it's jewel, the 15m salinised pool; with a splendid fountain, a safe and soft shallow end, and enough room to have a good exercise swim as well. The open plan living arrangement downstairs is a masterstroke. The website pictures don't fully illustrate the amazing light, airiness of the sitting and dining areas, which is heightened by the sliding glass doors on all sides. The kitchen and utility rooms are superbly equipped, and a fabulous huge gas BBQ in addition allowed us to have a variety of meals in our (all too short) week's stay. The master suite downstairs opens directly onto the pool edge, whoever manages to pick this room is in for a real treat - but then again all the bedrooms are en-suite, air-conditioned, and very good sizes!!

Combe Claire gives an excellent base for exploring the Dordoyne - although once you've stayed there, you'd be forgiven for sitting back and enjoying the view, the facilities, the peace and the perfection. We can't wait to come back, Farah, thanks once again for your outstanding property and for caring so much about our stay. Cheers!!

Owner's response:

Thank you for taking the time and trouble to write this review. We were sorry to hear about your accident and glad to know that it was dealt with so efficiently. It is impressive that you, an English GP, were so well cared for at the local French hospital. We have not had to test out the local medical services ourselves yet, but are encouraged by your experience. I have spoken with many people who have used French health care and they all have been very complimentary. And, once again, you say that the house and facilities actually outperform the photos – so often it is, alas, the other way round.

We are so glad you enjoyed your stay, come what may!

Kind regards

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