Domaine de Montsalvy has
- an 18th Century Farmhouse (available as a gîte late June to early September)
- 4 Hectares of idyllic mature gardens, walnut groves and woodland
- 5 Gites
- 2 Gîtes available for Chambres d’Hôtes (B&B), in mid and low season only
- Table d’Hôtes (evening meals)
- Swimming Pool of 100m2
- Tennis court
- Ping pong
- Volleyball
- Children’s play area
- Salle de Fêtes (Multifunctional room, with a.o. billiard-table and Internet connection)
- Workshops/tennis lessons
- In high season approx. twice a week bbq-, tapas- or pizza-night
This peaceful situation offers complete tranquility for a relaxing holiday, yet you are only minutes from the plentiful tourist attractions of the area
View on the Poolside Gites
The surrounding area
Domaine de Montsalvy is located midway between the famous Dordogne and Lot rivers in the region known as the Bouriane. The Bouriane itself is a gently rolling countryside of woods and small pasture fields, contrasting with the dramatic gorges of the Dordogne and Lot rivers.
You can visit the many historic towns including Sarlat, Domme, Cahors. Also experience the mediaeval pilgrimage town of Rocamadour, built literally hanging on to a cliff.
Enjoy fabulous canoeing on the Dordogne winding through breathtaking valleys. Be fascinated by the prehistoric limestone caves and sites with their underground waterways, cave paintings and tales of Neanderthal man.The local gastronomy is world-famous (foie gras, trüffes, cheeses, walnuts, wines...)
Tenniscourt with great view!
Activities
Domaine de Montsalvy offers many possibilities; others can be found in the immediate surroundings.
badminton, bike rental, biking, fishing, golf, hiking, horse-back riding, hot air balloning, jogging, miniature golf, mountain hiking, open-air pool, rock climbing, scuba diving, swimming, tennis, water park, water sports
The Farmhouse "La Ferme" is very luxurious and extremely suitable for a stay of 2 families
Group of guests at the dining table in La Ferme
Special characteristics
Dutch owners Theo and Ellen and their children Julie, Wouter, Daan, offer a lot of possibilities, such as: tennis coaching (Theo is a qualified tennis trainer), language training (French, Spanish, Dutch), wine tasting, several workshops (eg. beading)
close to airport, family friendly, fitted for infant, no dogs, no pets, non-smoking, rail station near by, suitable for allergic persons, suitable for seniors, wheelchair access
Sun loungers beside the pool
Floor plan
Person(s):
2 - 10
Number of rooms:
6
Rooms:
2 balcony 3 bathroom 4 bedroom 3 children´s room 1 dining room 1 kitchen 1 living / dining room 1 lounge 3 restroom 1 terrace ""La Ferme" is an 18th century Farmhouse with very luxurious details. In 2007 the kitschen was fully renewed and several rooms repainted and redecorated. Up to 10 people can comfortably stay here.
Living space:
200 sqm
Rent
Period
Price
01. Jan. 2008 - 31. Dec. 2008
425-1695 EUR/Week
Prices valid for 10 persons
Minimum stay: 7 day(s)
Bedlinen and towels: € 12.- pp per week (optional)
ourist tax: € 0.50 pp per night
Workshops, tennis coaching, language classes, meals, etc. will be calculated separately.
The landlord has not provided any dates when the property is occupied. Please enquire directly about availability using the contact information given below.
Distances
airport:
89 km
railway station:
12 km
restaurant:
1 km
shopping possibility:
1 km
water:
1 km
Gourdon:
12 km
Sarlat:
35 km
Cahors:
35 km
Dégagnac:
1 km
Travel information
Every day there is a flight from Düsseldorf to Toulouse (148 km); in Toulouse you can rent a car at several rent-a-car agencies. Other airports are Brive (89 km) Bergerac (92 km) and Bordeaux (220 km).
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Contact information
Please refer to www.vacation-apartments.com
Ellen und Theo Drummen-Niijssen Holiday House Park Domaine de Montsalvy