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Country House,Mature Private Gardens &Heated Pool, nr Lot&Dordogne river valleys

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A heated pool
Exterior
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, fireplace, books

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Country House,Mature Private Gardens &Heated Pool, nr Lot&Dordogne river valleys

L'Ermitage is a lovely restored country house in mature private gardens set in the midst of beautiful French countryside. Situated in the Bouriane, a pretty area of trees, hills and rolling farmland lying midway between the valleys of the Lot and Dordogne. Weekly markets, shops and restaurants can be found in nearby market towns. Country setting but convenient for A20 autoroute and RN20 (D820) giving easy access to the surrounding area including the medieval town of Gourdon and historic Cahors set within a loop on the river Lot. Domme, Sarlat, Rocamadour, Padirac and the river Dordogne are a short drive north, and equidistant southwards is the unspoilt valley of the river Lot with riverside hamlets and the beautiful village of St-Cirq-Lapopie set in a cliff face overlooking the river. Traditional festivals and fetes are often held in nearby villages and the area is ideal for day trips, walking, canoeing and golf.

Property manager

Ian Melvin

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Bicycle on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Golfing on site
  • Swimming nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Cave exploring nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Canoeing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Golf nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Frayssinet, Occitanie

What's nearby

  • Pont Valentre - 27 min drive
  • Pech Merle Cave - 34 min drive
  • Château de Rocamadour - 35 min drive
  • Sanctuary of Rocamadour - 36 min drive
  • Padirac Cave - 43 min drive

Getting around

  • St-Denis-pres-Catus Station - 16 min drive
  • Brive-la-Gaillarde (BVE-Brive - Vallee de la Dordogne) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pains à la ligne - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Le Repaire de Murat - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Osteria Il Grappolo - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Un Canard sous l'Olivier - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Café de la Poste - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Country House,Mature Private Gardens &Heated Pool, nr Lot&Dordogne river valleys pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Country House,Mature Private Gardens &Heated Pool, nr Lot&Dordogne river valleys?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Country House,Mature Private Gardens &Heated Pool, nr Lot&Dordogne river valleys?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Country House,Mature Private Gardens &Heated Pool, nr Lot&Dordogne river valleys located?

This family-friendly Frayssinet vacation home is located in a rural location, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Causses du Quercy Regional Natural Park, and within 20 mi (32 km) of CAP NATURE Parc de Loisirs and Grottes de Cougnac. Pech Merle Cave and Henri Martin Museum are also within 20 mi (32 km).

Country House,Mature Private Gardens &Heated Pool, nr Lot&Dordogne river valleys Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 11 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 11 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 11 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 11 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews" "

5.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness
La Hermitage, Frayssinet
This ought to be a really amazing property. The setting is gorgeous - a tiny hamlet in secluded valley, with rolling hills, no sound except birds and crickets, and the occasional tractor. The house is very spacious and appealing - converted from an old pigonnier and a big barn, with high ceilings and amazing beams; set in large private gardens, with views down the valley. Its lovely and cool inside even on the hottest days, and the pool is a good size. It is clearly very much a family home - the owners are English and it is managed by a next-door neighbour, Ian, who is Scottish and was very kind and helpful. Sadly the property is let down by the standard of the fixtures and equipment, and a general lack of TLC.When we arrived, the house had not been cleaned fully esp the kitchen. (Some of the cleaning was done on day 2 and we received a small discount). The kitchen is bizarrely split across two rooms, so that the gas hob in a different room to the fridge and oven. Outside the gardens are pleasant but neglected; tatty plastic tables and chairs outside (only 7 chairs), with stained and torn cushions.The two bedrooms in the tower with twin beds are very charming, but one is accessed through the other, and the bathroom and loos are at the other end of the house. The property is unsuitable for anyone with small children, as there are open staircases with only a banister rail or nothing at all. No rail around the swimming pool so again worrying with small children.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Superb property
What a lovely property and the view was spectacular. An amazing lounge and all the facilities were there. Nice good size pool. The garden is very secure for dogs with fencing all the way round. We have already booked for next year and recommend this property.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

joanna p.

a lovely relaxing break
we stayed as a family of 8, and there was plenty of room. Pool is a great size, and gives lovely views. A real sprawling property - you'll have fun with the random light switches! Recommended
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2017

6/10 Okay

roselyne v.

Vieille maison sans isolation, aux literies à changer
Merci à Ian pour sa gentillesse et à sa réactivité bien qu’il ne soit pas le propriétaire. Mais malheureusement, la maison est vieillotte , la propreté n’est pas au rdv , les literies sont à changer, pas d’isolation donc très chaude. Belle piscine mais pas entretenue. Encore beaucoup de travaux à faire. Déçus par la location.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Stéphane B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
chaud et froid
le propriétaire est très gentil , il est dépasser par la tache de cette grande maison et du minimum a devoir a ces locataire , le prix n'est pas a la hauteur du service piscine très bien , sdb propre , maison au calme et après ça se gâte Propreté inexistante et intérieur de la maison veillotte et d'un autres siècles Abritel n'a fait aucune visite et c'est eux les seuls gagnant merci je crois que pour moi Abritel c'est terminé
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Chris C.

Calme et ressourçant
Merci à Ian pour son accueil et sa disponibilité.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Esther H.

Huis met karakter in geweldige ambiance
Wij hebben met ons gezin, hond en langskomende gasten genoten van het grote huis, terrein en zwembad. Veel ruimte en karakter, veel borden, pannen en bestek. 3 ruime 2 persoonsslaapkamers en in de (eenvoudig ingerichte) toren plaats voor in totaal 4 personen op 2 open verdiepingen met 2 1-persoonsbedden. Veel hoogte, balken, zowel gestucte als ruwe stenen muren, zo’n huis krijg je niet geheel spinragvrij zeg maar, hoort er een beetje bij. Sanitair vrij lage plafonds en gedateerd maar volstaat. Zwembad geweldig: warm water, schoon zout water ipv chloor, prachtig uitzicht. Genoeg te doen en te zien in de omgeving, maar eigenlijk wil je het terrein niet af, zo fijn.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

patrice c.

Grande maison au calme et typique de la region
Merci Ian, nous avons passés de bonnes vacances malgré la météo qui n’était pas au rendez vous, nous étions 7 adultes et 3 enfants, la maison est grande et pratique avec ses 2 cuisines, elle est aussi typique de la région avec sa tour carrée et ses vielles pierres. Un gros + pour la piscine chauffée privée et sans vis a vis. La maison est bien située, au calme de la campagne et entre 2 points touristique au nord avec Rocamadour, Padirac, les Eyzies etc., et au sud avec st cirq lapopie, Sarlat, etc... 3 petits points a améliorer pour mériter 5 étoiles: A notre arrivé le ménage était très léger, peut être après une période vide a cause du Covid, mais nous aurions souhaité une maison un peu plus propre. La table extérieure est trop petite pour 10 personnes, c'est dommage car l'été nous mangeons dehors matin, midi et soir. Il faudrait aussi revoir la plomberie (robinets) douche et cuisine. Je recommande cette location pleine de charme. peut être a bientôt cordialement Patrice
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chantal B.

Excellent séjour, Très bon accueil, Très beau lieu. Repos "tout pour une remis en forme"
Nous étions 3 adultes et 2 chiens (bergers blancs suisses) je ne saurais dire lequel de nous a le mieux profité à la fois: du séjour et de la propriété (*:*)
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2018

6/10 Okay

francois J.

Maison de carractere manquant d entretien
Maison spacieuse, de carractere. Piscine agreable chauffée.bel environnement . Acces et accueil facile. manque cruellement d entretien , cuisine sale a l arrivée(four, frigo), toiles d araignées et nombreux insectes. Seulement 2 salles de bains sur les 4 annoncées sur l annonce. C est trop juste pour 10 personnes. Prix élevé pour la prestation.