Holiday Farm Cottage in Moustier, Lot-et-Garonne
Charming 18th Century Farmhouse with Private Pool
Sleeps 6 (3 Bedrooms)
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“Le Maubec” is a newly restored stone built farm cottage, 250 years old and retaining much of its original character including ancient fireplace, prune drying oven and low, exposed beams, set in a quiet, rural valley on the edge of the famous Bordeaux wine-growing area. The three double-bedroomed property stands in its own garden with a private pool (11 x 5metres), a covered terrace and large pool terrace and is fully equipped to accommodate 6 people. It is ideally situated for a relaxed, lazy holiday or as a base for visiting the numerous historic towns and villages in the area.
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| Rental periods | Minimum 1 week stay |
| 17 May - 27 June 2008 | £500 |
| 28 June - 11 July 2008 | £575 |
| 12 July - 29 August 2008 | £675 |
| 30 August - 13 September 2008 | £500 |
| 23 May 2009 - 26 June 2009 | £500 |
| 27 June 2009 - 17 July 2009 | £575 |
| 18 July 2009 - 28 August 2009 | £675 |
| 29 August 2009 - 12 September 2009 | £500 |
Notes on prices
Prices are for the property per week in UK pounds.
Changeover day
Chngeover day is Saturday, check in time 5.00pm, check out time 10.00am.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Bedroom 1 with double bed (first floor). Bedroom 2 with twin beds. Bedroom 3 with twin beds. |
| Bathrooms: | En-suite bathroom to bedroom 1 with shower, basin, wc. Bathroom 2 with shower, twin basins, wc. |
| Kitchen: | Newly fitted kitchen with oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, toaster, coffee maker. A complimentary welcome pack is included. |
| Living Rooms: | Ample room for 6 people with 2 armchairs and 2 two seater sofas, occasional furniture, wood burning stove. English flatscreen satellite TV is included along with a stock of videos, DVD player, CD player and supply of paperback novels and board games. |
| Other: | Dining area with dining table and six chairs. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
All bedding linen and towels are included (please bring your own pool towels). Electricity and Gas included. The house is cleaned prior to your arrival. Nearby English speaking house managers to answer any of your queries. |
Notes on accommodation
2 cots, 2 highchairs and a baby monitor are available upon request. A more comprehensive guide to the house and area will be emailed/posted upon enquiry.
- hob/stove,
- oven,
- fridge/freezer,
- microwave,
- dishwasher,
- iron/ironing board,
- satellite tv,
- cot,
- high chair,
- barbecue,
- private pool (for sole use of guests)
Outside
There is a private 11m x 5m pool for your exclusive use with a large tiled terrace, 6x loungers and parasols, additional shaded terracotta terrace with dining table and 6 chairs. Variety of flowering shrubs and trees along with fig and hazelnut trees. BBQ area, gazebo and on site river fishing.
Golf
There are a number of first class golf courses nearby including Chateaux de Vigiers an 18 hole par 72 course set in the vineyards of Bergerac with two restaurants and a good selection of local wines.
Travel
Bergerac Airport 25 mins, Bordeaux Airport 1h 20mins, St Malo Ferry approx 6h drive, Caen Ferry approx 6h 45mins. A car is essential and can be easily hired from Bergerac and Bordeaux Airports.
Distances
Bastide towns of Eymet, Monteton, Duras, Ste-Foy-La-Grande all within 20 mins drive and medieval Bergerac (25mins).
Further afield- Perigueux (50 miles) Rocamadour (80 miles), Sarlat (120 miles)
Further details
Le Maubec is well situated for visiting the many interesting and pretty towns and villages in the area, including the “bastide” (formally walled) towns of Duras with its magnificent castle/chateau and Eymet with its attractive square and remains of a fortified gateway, Soumensac with its beautiful old buildings and Knights Templar church, Allemans du Dropt with the outstanding frescoes in the church. Also Monteton, a hilltop village with a great view across the valley and La Sauvetat du Dropt with its fine church, old buildings and connections with the Templars of Soumensac. The bastide towns of Miramont de Guyenne, Monsegur, Castillones, Issigeac and Monpazier are a short drive away and well worth visiting.
A little further afield is the historic town of Bergerac – narrow streets and old buildings with several museums and galleries. The town is also an excellent venue for shopping.
Canoes and Kayaks can be hired at nearby Allemans du Dropt for a trip up the river, and there are many rambling routes in the lovely surrounding countryside.
There are guided river trips on the Rivers Dordogne and Lot and also a barge trip through the locks of the Canal des Deux Mers (Canal du Midi) from near Marmande.
There are a number of good quality golf courses nearby and other activities include horse-riding and trekking, quad biking, karting and hot-air ballooning.
For fishermen, the well stocked River Dropt is a treat with a variety of species including large Carp, Catfish, Bream, Roach, Zander, & Pike. The river is just a short walk across our meadow and fishing is free. There also some excellent fishing lakes in the area.
Booking notes
Reservation held for 5 days pending confirmation and 25% deposit.
Balance 8 weeks prior to arrival.
Breakage deposit £150 to cover damage/loss or unreasonable cleaning requirements.
Guest comments
"Fantastic French fortnight at Le Maubec. Accommodation is ideal -- lots of charm but also v. practical, plus plenty of outdoor space."
"Thank you so much for a lovely weeks stay in this wonderful house. We have all really enjoyed a relaxing break, the pool especially has been really fun."
"Cottage superb! We will definitely recommend it to family and friends."
"Just a note to let you know we had a lovely time at Le Maubec. The house, pool and gardens were excellent."
For booking and further information
Katherine and Simon Horsfield
Tel: (UK) + 44 (0)1482 841127
Email: Click here
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