Vacation Rental Description
Monflanquin is a beautiful mediaeval hilltop `bastide` village. It is classified as `L`un des plus beaux villages de France` and elected `one of the top ten villages in France` by the Daily Telegraph travel writers. When one sees the beautiful vaulted arches in the central square, one can understand why. It is a thriving village supporting all the servces you require - bank, post office, doctors, butchers, bakers, bars and a wide choice of restaurants. There is a good sized Casino supermarket, and the Thursday market has been operating for over 750 years! `Volets Bleus` is a very private wing of our own home. The lounge window overlooks the pool, just a few metres away. The large terrace comfortably accommodates our visitors to `Volets Bleus`, and to `The Cottage`, our 2-bedroomed gite also quietly situated on our 1.2 acre site. [ Ref: 12319 ] .
French windows open onto the covered terrace and the garden. Anything growing in the organic garden is available to holiday makers - just help yourself!
Although we have lovely country views, and are peacefully situated, we are within walking distance of the village. No need to drive after a good restaurant meal.
The nearest restaurant is about 400 metres away, and the nearest golf club about a 20 minute drive away.
The nearest golf course is `Castelnaud Golf`, a beautiful and challenging course. There is also a par 3, 9 hole here.
There is also a 9 hole par 36 some 25 minutes away. This is Golfe de Barthe at Tombeboeuf.
Both are reached via pretty country roads. Further information on both these courses can be found on Google.
Facilities
Cable Satellite
Cleaning Service
Cooking Utensils
Dishwasher
DVD
Heating
Kitchen
Linen Service
Microwave
Amenity Parking
Refrigerator
Shared Pool
TV
Washer
There is a fridge/freezer in the kitchen, and the TV provides programes in English and in French.
Guest Comments :
The accomodation is lovely, the pool is great, and we loved the vegetable garden. Kisten and Paul
Thank you Pat and Pryce. You`ve provided a lovely retreat, and your hospitality and friendly gestures will not be forgotten. Alan and Gill
A fantastic week. The `wing` is just right for two. Mick and Clair
After visiting Monflaquin 6 or 7 times over the years, I think you can say we LOVE the place. Ken and Chris
Couldn`t quite believe how beautiful it was when we arrived here. Katie and Rich
We found an area so beautiful, we decided to move here! Ian and Pauline
This really is a great place to stay with excellent accomodation in such a lovely setting. Shirley and Ian
A few highlights : Sunsets down the lane. Lazy afternoons by the pool. Pat and Pryce`s hospitality. Jenny and Chris
Activities
Biking
Boating
Fishing
Golf
Horse Riding
Restaurant
Shopping
Tennis
For those who like to explore, then day visits to Cahors, Bergerac, Monpazier, Domme, Les Eyzies and St. Emilion are all possible.
Cahors is an ancient town that lies on a loop in the river Lot. Wine has been produced here for a thousand years, and many of the vinyards welcome visitors. The old part of Bergerac is well worth a visit, and a trip on the river will give a view of the birdlife, and maybe the sighting of a kingfisher. Monpazier is another lovely mediaeval hilltop village, often used by film makers when they need old street scenes. Domme sits high above the Dordogne river, and from here there are some quite wonderful views. The famous prehistoric caves of Les Eyzies have extraordinary cave paintings. Then there is St. Emilion; a beautiful village - and some beautiful wine..
We have lived here for many years, and know the area very well. We are, therefore, well placed to offer help/ advice re buying property or land.
Owner Location Comment
Monflanquin is designated `L`un des plus beaux villages de France` and described as `One of the top 10 villages of France` by the Daily Telegraph travel writers. Our properties are beautifully and quietly situated at the southern edge of the village, and set well apart on our 1.2 acre site. There are extensive views over the contryside. It really is a beautiful spot for a restful stay.
Travel Options
- Nearest Airport : BERGERAC at 48 kilometers distance;
- Nearest Train Station : BERGERAC at 50 kilometers distance
- Nearest Town : MONFLANQUIN at 0.5 kilometers distance