La Maison d’Amis

A house for two within the grounds of a large property, surrounded by vineyards and hills, outside the village of Prayssac in the Lot.

Your contact:	Robert and Kim Harvey
Telephone:	+33-(0)5 65 36 56 03 or +33-(0)6 79 39 10 87

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About the Holiday Home

The view from the terrace

Maison d’Amis is a comfortable home with one double bedroom, ideally suited as a romantic holiday gîte for couples. The house was renovated from its previous use as a sechoir à tabac, or tobacco drying barn. Many of the beams are still visible , blending the house's historic character with more contemporary decor. All of the rooms offer plenty of space and natural light.

The house is located within the extensive grounds of the owners' property. The owners, Rob and Kim, also own a two-bedroom village house in nearby Puy l'Évêque.

The living / dining area

The open-plan ground floor opens onto the south-west facing terrace, which looks onto surrounding fields and hills. The kitchen is fully equipped with an electric fan oven, gas stovetop and microwave. Visitors generally like to make the most of the produce offered in the village of Prayssac and cook in the comfort of the house, although there are plenty of good options for eating out nearby.

The living and dining area has a comfortable sofa, a dining area for four, and satellite television with both French and English language channels. The property also has wireless internet access.

The garden

Upstairs is the double bedroom, and a shower room with basin, toilet and shower cubicle. A mezzanine area supplies plenty of storage space.

The house has been renovated to maximize space and comfort. Views are directly over the large garden and towards the hills. The adjacent fields are planted with crops and vines.

Special features:

• Bilingual assistance available on site

Location

Region

Midi-Pyrénées

Village

Prayssac

Setting

Village

Nearest large town

Cahors

Other towns nearby

Fumel Puy l’Évêque Rocamadour Sarlat

Département

Lot (46)

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La Maison d’Amis|Rental information

Accommodates:	2 guests
Bedrooms:	One bedroom with a double bed.
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Features

Linen available

Towels available

Internet access

Television

Shower

Central heating

Barbecue

Non-smoking

Rental rates

The rates shown below are for renting this self-catering accommodation for one week.
Rent is to be paid to the owner in Euros. For your reference, you can view the rates in another currency.

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Time of year	Cost per week
April 12, 2013 until May 4, 2013	€390
May 4, 2013 until July 6, 2013	€425
July 6, 2013 until August 31, 2013	€495
August 31, 2013 until September 28, 2013	€425

Rental Conditions:	A deposit of €150 per week is required to secure a rental, except June through September when it is €200 per week. The balance is payable six weeks before arrival along with a security deposit of €250. Changeover day is normally Saturday but other days may be possible. Rates exclude utilities, except for bookings in July and August. Linen and towels are included for two people. Prices for extra linen/towels and end of stay cleaning are available on request. More...
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Contact:	Robert and Kim Harvey at La Maison d’Amis.

About the Area

The market in Prayssac

The nearby village of Prayssac offers markets, shops and a friendly atmosphere. The village holds a very popular weekly market with a wide variety of fresh food grown locally. The shops include four boulangeries, two grocery stores, a high quality butcher and three cafés.

Cahors is the closest large town, and offers every amenity guests require. The town is famous for its locally produced Malbec wine. The villages of Catus, Fumel and Cazals are all close by, each offering its own unique shopping, attractions, and friendly locals.

The river Lot

Local activities include tennis, horse riding, rock climbing and marked cycling and walking routes, plus boating on the river Lot.

In the village there is a large open air swimming pool (open July and August) which is great on hot summer days. Local lakes and river beaches also offer good places to swim. Several places offer bicycle rentals.

About the Region

The property is well situated for a day out in the Dordogne, with its many châteaux and attractive and historic towns. The Lot is one of the more peaceful and scenic regions of France, with popular cultural and historic sites to suit all intersts. Visiting the clifftop villages of Rocamadour and Saint Cirq-Lapopie is highly recommended, as are the area's many prehistoric caves including the Gouffre de Padirac and the Grotte du Pech-Merle.

The town of Sarlat, with its mix of Roman and gothic architecture, is just an hour away. Enjoy Sarlat's popular Place de la Liberté, a pedestrian square housing many shops and restaurants. The storied and scenic Toulouse is just over an hour and a half away as well, with its chateau, cathedrals, shops and every type of museum.

The bridge at Cahors

There are many sign-posted hikes, which lead past sites of interest, including prehistoric dolmens. In the town of Bonaguil, there is a very impressive castle built between 1480 and 1520 by Bérenger de Roquefeuil, a powerful baron from the south of France. A perfect example of medieval fortification, this enchanting castle is now considered one of the most important legacies of feudal France.

The town of Cahors is the capital of the Lot region, built on an isthmus with the river Lot flowing right around. It’s well worth a visit, even if only to see its wonderful bridge, the Pont Valentré. There are many shops and cafés here, as well as museums and art galleries and a remarkable collection of medieval houses belonging to the religious orders. There are many festivals, both indoor and outdoor, and the bustling market visits twice a week.

The nearby village of Saint-Cirq-Lapopie

The whole village of Saint-Cirq-Lapopie is classified as a historic monument. Perched on a high cliff above the Lot with breathtaking views over the Lot valley, it is a flawless medieval town of old streets and beautiful houses, many of which once belonged to the nobility.

Clinging to the cliffs of the Alzou canyon, the spectacular medieval village of Rocamadour offers many interesting things to see and do. Once an important Christian site, Rocamadour is still a waystation for people travelling the medieval pilgrimage route of Santiago de Compostela.

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La Maison d'Amis	La Maison d'Amis
The bedroom	The kitchen
The view from the terrace