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Description
The property is a picturesque farmhouse built traditionally in the local champagne-coloured stone, near Cahors in the valley of the Lot. In recent years it has been renovated to a high standard to offer a combination of tranquillity, comfort and character. It stands on its own in an elevated position surrounded by farmland. It commands distant views in every direction.
The panorama embraces sunflower-fields, wooded hills, orchards, vines and meadows. The view extends across the valley to the mediaeval hilltop town of Montcuq, with its castle.
The panorama embraces sunflower-fields, wooded hills, orchards, vines and meadows. The view extends across the valley to the mediaeval hilltop town of Montcuq, with its castle.
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Property rental Conditions
Rents
· The rents shown below are inclusive. They cover electricity, gas for cooking and BBQ, swimming pool, heating oil, logs in season, local telephone, cleaning. There are no extras.
· The rents shown are for lets of 1-3 weeks. We are ready to discuss terms for longer lets.
Booking.
We accept bookings for Nougayrede by telephone, e-mail or post. It is usually best to ring and enquire about availability, so that if satisfied you can make a verbal reservation then and there. A verbal reservation will be held for seven days to allow time for written confirmation to arrive. On verbally agreeing a booking, we will ask you to complete a booking form (attached below) and to send us a rental deposit of 50% of one week's rent in order to secure your booking.
· The rents shown below are inclusive. They cover electricity, gas for cooking and BBQ, swimming pool, heating oil, logs in season, local telephone, cleaning. There are no extras.
· The rents shown are for lets of 1-3 weeks. We are ready to discuss terms for longer lets.
Booking.
We accept bookings for Nougayrede by telephone, e-mail or post. It is usually best to ring and enquire about availability, so that if satisfied you can make a verbal reservation then and there. A verbal reservation will be held for seven days to allow time for written confirmation to arrive. On verbally agreeing a booking, we will ask you to complete a booking form (attached below) and to send us a rental deposit of 50% of one week's rent in order to secure your booking.
Property information
Property type
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Farmhouse
Bedrooms
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6
Persons
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12
General
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THE LOT VALLEY
The river Lot is one of the loveliest in France. Flowing parallel to the Dordogne, its valley is more sinuous, its uplands wilder. Every valley in the region has its mediaeval castle, prehistoric cave, fortified bastide, or pilgrimage town. All have outstanding and atmospheric restaurants. The local economy is solidly agricultural.
Two of the region's most famous sons were Leon Gambetta, hero of the Parisian resistance to Bismarck; and Georges Pompidou, President of the Republic in later and calmer times.
The deep red wines of Cahors, raised on these stony hillsides, were known to the Romans, and have seen a lively revival in recent years. The region specialises also in plums, walnuts and foie gras.
Festivals and concerts are widespread in the summer. Every village has its weekly market and its annual fete, often with fireworks.
Summers are very hot. Remember you are on the same latitude as Rimini! However your thick stone walls give good insulation, and your elevated position is exposed to breezes.
The river Lot is one of the loveliest in France. Flowing parallel to the Dordogne, its valley is more sinuous, its uplands wilder. Every valley in the region has its mediaeval castle, prehistoric cave, fortified bastide, or pilgrimage town. All have outstanding and atmospheric restaurants. The local economy is solidly agricultural.
Two of the region's most famous sons were Leon Gambetta, hero of the Parisian resistance to Bismarck; and Georges Pompidou, President of the Republic in later and calmer times.
The deep red wines of Cahors, raised on these stony hillsides, were known to the Romans, and have seen a lively revival in recent years. The region specialises also in plums, walnuts and foie gras.
Festivals and concerts are widespread in the summer. Every village has its weekly market and its annual fete, often with fireworks.
Summers are very hot. Remember you are on the same latitude as Rimini! However your thick stone walls give good insulation, and your elevated position is exposed to breezes.
Interior facilities
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Child cot , Child highchair , Clothes dryer , Computer and internet , Cooker , Dishwasher , Freezer , Fridge , Heating , Ironing board/Iron , Microwave , Radio , Satellite/Cable TV , Shower , Stereo , TV , Vacuum cleaner , Washing Machine
Bedroom Facilities
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· Superb stone-vaulted bedroom 1: king-size double bed
· Large family bathroom
· Large bedroom 2. Three beds, en-suite bathroom
· Bedroom 3 — Twin beds, en-suite bathroom
· Bed-sitting room 4 — One king-size double, one single, with en-suite bathroom
· Bed-sitting room 5 — Twin beds, en-suite bathroom
· Bedroom six - One single
· Large family bathroom
· Large bedroom 2. Three beds, en-suite bathroom
· Bedroom 3 — Twin beds, en-suite bathroom
· Bed-sitting room 4 — One king-size double, one single, with en-suite bathroom
· Bed-sitting room 5 — Twin beds, en-suite bathroom
· Bedroom six - One single
Bathroom Facilities
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· Superb stone-vaulted bedroom 1: king-size double bed
· Large family bathroom
· Large bedroom 2. Three beds, en-suite bathroom
· Bedroom 3 — Twin beds, en-suite bathroom
· Bed-sitting room 4 — One king-size double, one single, with en-suite bathroom
· Bed-sitting room 5 — Twin beds, en-suite bathroom
· Bedroom six - One single
· Large family bathroom
· Large bedroom 2. Three beds, en-suite bathroom
· Bedroom 3 — Twin beds, en-suite bathroom
· Bed-sitting room 4 — One king-size double, one single, with en-suite bathroom
· Bed-sitting room 5 — Twin beds, en-suite bathroom
· Bedroom six - One single
Exterior facilities
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Balcony , Barbecue , Car Parking , Covered patio , Garden , Patio , Private pool , Terrace
Local information
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Car required , Chemist nearby , Doctor nearby , Family Holiday , Historical interest , Long Term Let , Rural Hamlet , Walking
Local Activity
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Tennis , Shopping centre , Sailing , Public Swimming Pool , Mountain biking , Horse Riding , Golf , Fishing (fresh water) , Cycle hire , Culture , Bird watching , Astronomy
Suitability
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Pets Allowed , Eldery/Infirm friendly , Child friendly
Nearest Airport
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TOULOUSE - 60 MILES
Nearest Ferry
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ST MALO - 440 MILES
Nearest Railway
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CAHORS - 17 MILES
Nearest Bar/Pub
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MONTCUQ - 2 MILES
Nearest Restaurant
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MONTCUQ - 2 MILES
Location type
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Montcuq is 5 minutes' drive from Nougayrede, Cahors 40 minutes. There is a market in Montcuq every Sunday morning at 10 am. There are markets in other villages in the vicinity on most days of the week.
The Tourist Office in Montcuq is full of detailed information about the region. Opportunities include : —
· Restaurants - You will be delighted at their range and quality in the area, and reassured by their price. Suggestions and impressions are logged in the visitors' guide at Nougayrede
· Visiting the region's hilltop towns, historic bastides, villages, castles - these cluster on all sides. To the south, the world famous cathedral of Moissac. On the river Lot are the town of Figeac and the village of St Cirq Lapopie, voted the prettiest in France. On the river Aveyron is the town of St Antonin, Roman in origin, where they made the film, Charlotte Gray
· Visiting vineyards - suggestions are logged in the visitor's guide. It's worth having a car with a good-sized boot!
· Walking - well-marked national and local randonne routes Good large-scale maps are available at the newsagent in Montcuq
· Canoeing - on the local rivers, including the Lot and Av
Location
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Walking , Swimming , Rural , Riverside , Golf , Countryside
Notes
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OUTSIDE
· Illuminated private pool, 12 x 6 metres. Roman steps into the shallow end. Depth 1.2 metres to 2 metres. Safety alarm. The pool enjoys direct sunlight all day long. The water is cleaned by an automatic pump and sand filter and its chemical balance is regularly monitored.
· The pool is surrounded by a terrace for sunbathing, commanding wide views.
· Chimney-style BBQ. Shady pool-house, sun-loungers
· Grounds of one acre, part shaded by trees, with converted barn across the courtyard.
· Illuminated private pool, 12 x 6 metres. Roman steps into the shallow end. Depth 1.2 metres to 2 metres. Safety alarm. The pool enjoys direct sunlight all day long. The water is cleaned by an automatic pump and sand filter and its chemical balance is regularly monitored.
· The pool is surrounded by a terrace for sunbathing, commanding wide views.
· Chimney-style BBQ. Shady pool-house, sun-loungers
· Grounds of one acre, part shaded by trees, with converted barn across the courtyard.
Prices and Availability
Changeover Day
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Changeover day - Saturday
Prices(Tariff)
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Rental Period
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Price per week
Late July & August 2009
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£ 2500.00
Early July & early September 2009
:
£ 1200.00
June & late september 2009
:
£ 750.00
Other months
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£ 500.00
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