Midi-pyrenees self catering gites in Puybrun - Lot holiday cottages in France

The four self-contained cottages converted from old farm buildings arranged around a courtyard have been sympathetically restored to a high standard with many exposed beams and original stone walls providing holiday accommodation with comfort, charm and character. 'Le Sud' is a delightful 19th century Quercy farmhouse and barns set in 15 acres of gardens, meadows and fields which abound with wild flowers (ten varieties of orchid can be found in its boundaries), birds (including the woodpecker, hoopoe, golden oriole and red kite) and animals such as roe deer. The well-maintained cultivated gardens are a colourful blaze against the attractive stone buildings and from the earliest snowdrops to the autumnal hues of the woodlands there is plenty to delight the avid nature lover or those just wishing to relax in solitude. 'Le Sud' is within easy reach of some of the most spectacular sites that France has to offer - Rocamadour (35 minutes), Le Gouffre de Padirac (20 minutes) and La Grotte de Lacave (40 minutes) etc. One is able to visit these easily and then return to the peace and tranquillity of ‘Le Sud,’ walk in the grounds or laze by the pool. The saline swimming pool is available during the mid/high season for the use of residents as is the unlimited access to the meadows and woodland for recreation. There is table-tennis, boules/pétanque, children's swings, a Wendy House and a sandpit to ensure that even the youngest residents are never at a loose end. The 12 x 6 metre saline pool (no chlorine, no stinging eyes, nasty taste or smell) has loungers and parasols for your comfort, pool-side lights and under-water illumination. Close to all the cottages a small barn has been converted into a laundry room with automatic washing machines, irons, ironing boards and a freezer for the free use of guests. For more information please visit our website using the link at the top of this page.

Views:Lovely countryside views.

‘Le Sud’ is situated on the northern boundary of the Lot department close to the River Dordogne (500 metres) with a variety of different and interesting countryside in all directions. The nearest village is Puybrun (1 km), a quiet bastide settlement which contains a church, a hotel with restaurant, a pizzeria, two bars, two bakeries, two butchers, a small supermarket, a post office, a tabac and a pharmacy. There are good supermarkets, banks, various shops etc. at Bretenoux-Biars (5 km) and Bretenoux has a small market twice a week in the old town square.' There is a wealth of things to do within easy reach – watersports enthusiasts will love the clear swift waters of the Dordogne for canoeing, kayaking and boating, while lovers of fishing will find an abundance of trout and pike. Those who like walking will enjoy the numerous walks in the surrounding countryside. There are many picturesque villages such as Bretenoux, Carennac, Loubressac, Autoire, Gluges, Meyronne and Turenne each with architecture so typical of Quercy. Or visit the wonderful chateaux of Castelnau, Montal, Belcastel and La Treyne. Other sports such as tennis and golf are also nearby. This region has been called ‘the Kitchen of France’ and you can be assured of excellent food. It specialises in duck and goose products (the home of foie gras) and other gastronomical delights include truffles, asparagus, walnuts and strawberries. The vineyards of Cahors and Bergerac are also within reach.

Rental notes: The prices are quoted for 'Le Jasmin' cottage rental, the rates for the other cottages vary. For more information please visit our website www.gites-le-sud or contact us at harvjac@orange.fr A security/damage deposit of 150 GBP or 200 euro is payable and this should be enclosed with your final payment. This is to cover, for example, the cost of any damage or breakage to the property or its contents during your stay.

The four self-contained cottages converted from old farm buildings arranged around a courtyard have been sympathetically restored to a high standard with many exposed beams and original stone walls providing holiday accommodation with comfort, charm and character. Le Jasmin (Sleeps 4/5) cottage has large living room with its good-size kitchen/dining area and very comfortable sitting area is on the ground floor and leads onto a tiled patio with table, chairs, parasol and barbecue and commanding superb views over the gardens and fields. It has two bedrooms (one with double bed and one with two single beds) and a bathroom with bath, shower, bidet and wash-hand basin on the first floor plus a separate toilet. If required the bedroom with two single beds has sufficient room for an additional Z-bed or cot. 'Le Jasmin' also has a wood-burning stove for use outside the summer season. This cottage is at the western side of the property and has excellent views on three sides. Each cottage contains a large living area with sofa, comfortable chairs and dining furniture. Each has a fully-fitted, well-equipped kitchen with cooker, refrigerator, and storage space for cutlery, crockery, kitchen utensils and food. All cottages except ‘La Petite Grange’ have microwave ovens. First floor accommodation is reached by an open-plan stairway and for out-of-season holidays 'La Petite Grange' and 'Le Jasmin' have wood-burning stoves for which well-seasoned wood can be supplied.

Outside Area:Each cottage has its own private patio with table, chairs, parasol and barbecue for those who enjoy ‘al fresco’ eating and from which the gardens and views can be enjoyed. There is table-tennis, boules/pétanque, children's swings, a Wendy House and a sandpit to ensure that even the youngest residents are never at a loose end. The 12 x 6 metre saline pool (no chlorine, no stinging eyes, nasty taste or smell) has loungers and parasols for your comfort, pool-side lights and under-water illumination.