46 m² Apartment ∙ 3 guests | Apartment in Gourdon with Balcony
1 Bedroom Apartment in Gourdon
Our beautifully restored house (some parts dating from the 12th century) is in the heart of historic Gourdon with its medieval streets and houses. Gourdon is situated in the Lot, a 15 minute drive from the border with the Dordogne. The town is easily accessible by car (a 12 mile drive from the A20) or by train from Paris. The station is a 15 minute walk from the house. The nearest airports are at Brive, Bergerac, Limoges and Toulouse. We can advise re car rental if required.Restaurants, bars and shops are a five minute walk away.Languages spoken: English, FrenchThe House is in Rue du Cardinal Farinié on the side of the hill which dominates the town and which is crowned by the 14th century church of St Pierre. Our house, Valentines, is surrounded by medieval buildings with their pointed arches and towers, creamy stone facades and red tiled roofs.We have off street parking (first come first served!) in the front drive and a lockable front gate. Public parking is nearby.
in renovating the house we have taken care to preserve original features and its historic character whilst also providing modern comforts The furnishings and paintings also reflect this blend of antique and modern. There is satellite TV and wi-fi in the Gite. The modern kitchen looks out onto the garden and terrace.
the front garden at valentines with its flower beds, lawn and ancient acacia tree, has a terrace for outdoor dining for the exclusive use of guests
parts of the house date from the 12th century and are built of honeyed local stone The Gite has tiled floors with rugs, wall hangings and paintings.
gourdon is stone's throw from the major tourist attractions of the lot and the dordogne Lake and Dordogne river swimming are nearby. here are some highlights and some lesser known places worth a visit:
gouffre de padiracone of the most famous underground cavern sites in france You take 2 lifts to descend the vertiginous 'well', the impressive chasm you will have seen from surface. Towards the end of the 19th century violent flooding of the underground river opened up a passage from the bottom of the 'well' to the spectacular underground galleries. So far 22km of tunnels and galleries have been discovered. When you reach the underground river you take a flat bottiomed boat with a 'gondolier'/guide. You then walk on past many wonders to end up at the Salle du Grand Dome, the largest and most beautiful of the Padirac caverns.
rocamadour one of the most extraordinary sites in france, this sanctuary and famous place of pilgrimage clings to the rock face 150m above the alzou canyon Henry Plantagenet, King of England from 1154 until 1189, was one of the first pilgrims to come to Rocamadour in search of a miraculous cure.
sarlat la canéda sarlat is a pretty and well preserved historic town with narrow medieval streets and handsome gothic and renaissance houses, mainly rebuilt when charles vll bestowed privileges upon sarlat to thank its population for their resistance against the english
les arques in 1934 the sculptor ossip zadkine and his artist wife valentine prax fell in love with this charming village and bought a house there There is now a wonderful museum, Musée Zadkine (bronzes, tapestries, wood sculptures, lithographs) to visit. In the Romanesque church there is an enormous Zadkine crucifix and a stunning pieta. Les Arques has a very good restaurant, La Récréation and a more modest tea room.
gourdonand quite apart from all there is to see and explore in the area is the historic hill town of gourdon itself with its medieval streets, twisting narrow lanes, splendid renaissance stone houses and fortified gateway at one end of the rue du majou At the top of the hill, where the castle once stood, there is a superb view stretching for miles.
outside area: fenced; garden available; terrace; wood grill;
house information: 2nd double bed; bathrooms: 100; Detached building; Historical building; Property area: 46.00 m²; Stone house; Total number of floors in the building: 2.00; Year of construction: 1850.00; Year of renovation: 2022.00;
living area: dvd-player; iron; satellite-tv; sleeping sofa;
bath/wc: shower; sink; toilet;
kitchen: coffee machine; dishwasher; freezer; freezer; fridge; microwave; mini-oven; oven; toaster; water boiler;
other: baby chair; heating; no group bookings; no youth groups; non-smoking object; owner lives on the property; pets allowed: max 1.00; ventilator; washing machine; wifi partially available;
distances (linear, approx): Distance free communal parking: 55.00 m; Distance hiking trail: 6,00 km; Distance to airport: 46,00 km; Distance to beach: 10,00 km; Distance to cafés/ restaurants: 65.00 m; Distance to food market: 75.00 m; Distance to grass beach: 1,50 km; Distance to lake: 2,00 km; Distance to next public transport stop: 1,50 km; Distance to pebble beach: 18,00 km; Distance to railway station: 1,50 km; Distance to river: 10,00 km; Distance to swimming pool: 1,00 km; Distance to the sea: 90,00 km; Distance to water: 2,00 km; Holiday park nearby: 1.00 m;
no youth groups.
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Is this Gourdon apartment pet-friendly for guests?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.
Does the Gourdon apartment have a swimming pool?
No, this Gourdon apartment does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.
How much does it cost per night to stay in Gourdon apartment?
Best-rates for the Gourdon apartment starts from $79 per night with includes Fireplace/Heating, Guest Services, Entertainment, Kitchen, Pet Friendly, Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, Sports/Activities, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Laundry, TV with all other facilities. ODS matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.
Is Gourdon apartment a family-friendly place to stay?
Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is not considered to be a family-friendly property. As reported by the owner or manager, the apartment has not specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.
Is the Gourdon apartment wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?
Based on the information received from our partner, the Gourdon apartment has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.
What is the minimum night stay policy for the Gourdon apartment?
Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Gourdon apartment indicates 1 day stay policy at this apartment. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.
What cancellation policy is in place for Gourdon apartment?
Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Gourdon apartment are as follows: 100 percent refund on cancel between 61 days, 50 percent refund on cancel between 35 days, 20 percent refund on cancel between 2 days, 5 percent refund on cancel between 1 days Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.
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