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Property N°17-46-267
La Bouriane



Home Features

Garden features
BBQ area
Activities nearby
restauranttennisshoppingwater sportfishing
Transportation
Train stationmotorway
General information
La Bouriane
Payrac
Lot (46), Midi-Pyrénées

Description :
La Bouriane, a charming stone house built in 1808, is situated near the Lot/Dorgogne border in Payrac, a lovely, well-preserved village community of about 500 inhabitants. It is the perfect location for those who want to experience the French countryside and travel to the heart of the best kept secret in southwest France. The house has been lovingly renovated with three bedrooms, one full bath, a well-equipped kitchen/dining space, a comfortable living room and outside patio/barbecue area. The open floor plan downstairs includes an extraordinary winding, wooden staircase which leads to the second floor. The kitchen, dining and living room share the same space under a canopy of exposed beams. Every room has electric heat.
Description of the property

Floor Area : 100 m²

1 Lounge Area(s)
Description
As you turn the handle of the French door and step inside La Bouriane, the openness immediately takes you by surprise. To the left is the living room, to the right is the dining area and kitchen, and almost straight in front of you, dividing the open space, is a staircase made of wood from an elm tree which no longer grows in France. The living room, newly decorated, consists of a very comfortable, L-shaped sofa with matching love seat, many decorative pillows, an antique chest used as a coffee table, a desk and chair, TV and CD player.

Dining Room
A rectangular country dining table with 6 chairs sits parallel to the original fireplace from 1808. There is a large country buffet containing dishes, glassware, place settings, a variety of cookware, dishes and utensils.

Kitchen
From the entrance as you look to your right, the kitchen/dining area welcomes you. The morning light makes breakfast baguette and coffee taste even better. It is fully equipped with an electric/gas stove top, regular fan oven, refrigerator/freezer, dish washer, microwave, coffee maker, toaster, electric kettle and a work table.

1 Bathroom(s) / Toilet(s)
Description
The bathroom is downstairs and tiled throughout. There is a long contoured bathtub with telephone handle shower, sink and vanity, shelves for towels, behind door clothing rack, exhaust fan, good lighting, wall heater and hair dryer. WC is separate and next to the bathroom.

3 Bedroom(s)
Description
The Red Bedroom is cozy with plenty of space for belongings. The furniture is of high quality and consists of a queen bed, bedside tables with lamps, an antique desk/chair, ceiling fan, chest of drawers and a large armoire. The lace curtains, wall paper and shutters enhance the experience of sleeping in a French village house. The Terrace Bedroom, with original wood floors, has been completely repainted and newly decorated. It consists of a queen-size bed, night tables, lamps, dresser, armoire and lounge chair. The bonus for this bedroom lies just outside the French bedroom door, which leads to a small, private terrace, complete with furniture and plants. La Petite Bedroom is full of charm and perfect for one person. It has a single brass bed, rattan shelves for storage, wicker/rattan accessories and a ceiling fan.

Features of the property
 

Home Features

CD player,
There is a washing machine and clothes drying line. Pets may be accepted, but must be approved by the owners in advance. NO SMOKING in the house.


Garden features
BBQ area
There is a private patio on the ground floor surrounded by stone walls with a table, five chairs and a barbecue grill.


Activities nearby
restauranttennisshoppingwater sportfishing
There is a lovely, large public swimming pool within walking distance. Movie theatres are 10 minutes away by car.


Transportation
Train stationmotorway

How to get there ?

A fast new highway A10 allows travel between Payrac and Paris. By car, it is a 5 to 6 hour drive. Regional airports at,Bergerac Toulouse and Bordeaux have daily connections to and from Paris and the UK.



Disabled Suitability not suitable'

Internet/Computer Details Internet cafes are in Souillac and Gourdon

Outside and Gardens a small private garden/patio area with barbecue is on the ground floor at the back of the house

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About the Location

To discover France is to fall hopelessly in love with a small village with its labyrinth of cobbled streets and Romanesque church. It is to experience surprise at having taken a wrong turn and catching the sight of a vast chateau in the distance. It is to be inspired by images, which provide tangible proof that despite encroaching progress, nothing has really changed. It is a comfortable base for exploring historic, rural France. The warm welcome of the villagers, the moderately priced renowned cuisine and wine, and the fact that English is spoken by many, creates a relaxing cultural getaway vacation. Payrac has a well-supplied supermarket, bakery, pharmacy, physician, garage/gas station, historic hotel, restaurants, public swimming pool, tennis courts, post office, bus service, beauty shop and a great tourist office, all within walking distance. It's weekly farmer’s market on Wednesday is not to be missed. The simplicity of village life has a timeless quality to it. Everyone should experience it at least once. The Dordogne Region of France is known as the capital of pre-history and has a deserved reputation as one of Europe’s most beautiful river valleys. The rivers are unspoiled and unpolluted. Everywhere you look there are great castles, fortified towns and villages, churches, farmhouses and forts built into cliff faces. Whatever your interests, the Dordogne will suit you. You’ll never run out of things to do. If pre-history doesn’t grab you perhaps the Hundred Years War will. The cliffs overhanging the rivers are lined with impressive castles dating from the 10th to the 12th century. Renaissance and later castles litter the hillsides, too. Canoeing and kayaking are popular sports and there are plenty of rental outfits. Walking trails are abundant and varied. AND of course, one of the best activities is eating and drinking. It’s hard to find a bad meal. The region has earned the honor of gastronomic capital of France. A really nice way to spend a day in the area is to pack a picnic, rent a canoe and glide down the Dordogne admiring the castles looming above you, then stop for a picnic on the riverbank surrounded by the sights and sounds of nature. Other activities include horseback riding, bicycling, hiking, walking, spelunking, golf and tennis.

The area is lovely throughout the year, although it is most beautiful in the spring when the many fruit orchards and flowers are in bloom and the air is fragrant with nature’s perfume. In fall the light is rich and the landscapes full of color. The summer months are more active, but no more crowded than other places in Europe. In winter, the region feels like a medieval play ground, as rural life in many villages goes on while many shops, restaurants and hotels are closed for the season. The summers (May-September) are warm and dry around 75 to 85 F with cool nights. The mid-season (March-April, October-November) gets more showers and the winters (November-February) are mild 40 to 50 F in the day and cold nights with occasional frost.















Notes for guests

A car is virtually essential to appreciate the area as so many of its charms are hidden down tiny lanes and forest roads.

Two small towns Souillac (north) and Gourdon (south) are 10 km and 10 minutes from Payrac and two larger towns, Brive La Gaillarde and Cahors are about 40km away.

This property can be rented in conjunction with La Forge, listing #17-268, which will accommodate one person or a couple. It is across the street from La Bouriane.

The owners are bi-lingual (english-french) and reside in the village.

NO SMOKING in the house.

If traveling with a pet, please contact owners. Pets may be accepted with prior approval.






Notes on Rates

The rates are per week and based on a maximum of 5 adults or small family. Guests must specify the number in their party and keep to that commitment.
Seasonal rates are as follows:
May/October €450
June/September €550
July/August €650
A 20% deposit is required to hold a reservation. The remainder of the balance is due 30 days prior to the scheduled date. If booking longer than one week, balance is due 60 days prior. No refunds are possible within 30 days of the intended visit, but we will make a reasonable effort to reschedule the guest for another available date.

PayPal is accepted and checks from within France.

Departures and arrivals are on Saturday. 4PM check-in/10AM check-out

Property is to be left in clean condition for the next guests (cleaning services are available for 50€ if requested)

A security deposit of 150€ cash will be collected at check-in to cover damage/loss or unreasonable cleaning. It will be returned in full at check-out if all conditions have been met. Parties larger than the authorized size automatically forfeit the entire security deposit.



Website : http://www.labourianeholidays.com


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