Maison aux Volets Bleus is a large 5 bed cottage with private pool to rent in Dordogne, France. This charming town house is located in the centre of a village and comes with a large garden, heated pool, Jacuzzi and a beautiful old barn which provides a covered dining terrace and outdoor seating area. Inside there are 5 large bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a large dining room, modern kitchen and lounge with pool table and table football.
The house is located on the centre of the village of Saint-Martin-de-Gurson and you can walk to the local bakery, grocery store, bar-restaurant, playground and public tennis courts. The village is located midway between Saint-Emilion and Bergerac. The larger towns of Périgueux and Bordeaux can both be reached within 1 hour. Bergerac airport is just 20 mins drive.
The cottage is laid out over 2 floors and provides 200 m² of living space.
Ground floor
There is an entrance hall which provides access to the lounge, dining room and bedroom, as well as stairs up to the first floor.
First floor
The first floor has solid wooden floors and contains a long corridor which provides access to the 4 bedrooms and bathrooms.
Outside
Maison aux Volets Bleus can be rented on a weekly basis throughout the year. The rental prices are based on a minimum stay of 5 nights and during July and August the changeover day is a Saturday. The maximum sleeping capacity is 13 guests. The rental price includes the linen, towels, and end of stay cleaning. The house comes equipped with baby & toddler equipment and toys for all ages. The pool heater is normally used during May-June and September-October.
The low season prices are based on an occupancy level of 4-6 people. Additional guests will be charged at €20 per per person per night. High rates will apply for Christmas, New Year and Public holidays.
Maison aux Volets Bleus is a perfect place to enjoy a family reunion, or as a base for a group of friends to catch-up. It offers you the chance to grab a slice of French life in the beautiful Dordogne region of France. The garden provides a haven of peace and quiet, yet is within walking distance to the village shops.
The house is located on the edge of the Bordeaux wine region, close to Saint-Emilion, Pomerols and Bergerac. Bergerac airport is 40 mins drive and Bordeaux is 1 hour. There is a TGV train station in the nearby town of Libourne. The house is just 10kms from the Bordeaux-Périgueux motorway.
The rental is for the entire property. The parking, garden and swimming pool are for the exclusive use of the guests. The rental price includes the linen, towels and end of stay cleaning.
The house is located on the edge of the village of Saint-Martin-de-Gurson and you can walk to the bakery, grocery store, bar-restaurant, hairdresser, playground and public tennis courts. The village shop sells vegetables, fruit, pizza and on Sundays, oysters and roast chicken! The village is 10 mins drive to the town of Montpon, where you will find everything for daily use.
Near to the village, there is the Lac de Gurson, a fresh water lake popular for swimming and canoeing in the summer months. The lake has a number of small beaches.
The village is close to Saint-Emilion (25 km through the vineyards), Bergerac (30 mins), Périgueux (45 mins), Bordeaux (1 hour) or even the Atlantic coast (just 130 km away!).
The Dordogne is home to some of the prettiest villages in France and many are located in the local area, including:
Close-by you will find the Chateau Vigiers golf course, one of the best courses in South West France, which also has a Michelin star restaurant (Les Fresques).
Nearby, you will also find horse riding stables, tennis courts and fishing. For younger visitors there is plenty to do and see including canoeing on the Dordogne river and a Tree-climbing adventure park. In the nearby town of Bergerac, there is Ten pin bowling, a professional go-karting course, mini-golf, Trampoline Parc and Laser Quest. Close to Sarlat-la-Canéda, you will find Aquarium du Périgord Noir, the largest private indoor aquarium in Europe.
There is a TGV train station in the nearby town of Libourne, with services to Bordeaux and Paris.
The nearest airport is located at Bergerac (30kms) which is serviced by Ryanair and British Airways. Bordeaux airport is 1 hour 30 mins.
Saint-Martin-de-Gurson is located between Bergerac and Saint Emilion. The main Bordeaux-Périgueux motorway (A89) is just 10 mins from the village.
25% deposit to be paid at time of reservation. The holiday balance and security deposit (€500) to be paid 8 weeks prior to arrival. The security deposit will be returned within 7 days of departure, less any deductions for damage.
Check in after 16.00 on day of arrival. Check out before 10.00 on day of departure. During July and August the normal changeover day is Saturday.