Gite Garonne

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Property Type: Gite Sleeps Max: 5 Bedrooms: 2 Swimming Pool: Yes Town: Castelnau Montratier Region: Tarn et Garonne Reference Number: active Major towns and distance from property: Cahors 28 Kms Montauban 32 Kms Toulouse 60 Kms

The location is in the beautiful Quercy hills and central to everything this wonderful region has to offer. There is easy access to the many tourist sites of The Lot, Dordogne, Tarn et Garonne and Aveyron valley. A feature of the Quercy region is that it enjoys a sunnier drier climate than the Dordogne and the northern Lot regions. The area has a beautiful and varied landscape ranging from forested hills and valleys to dramatic river cliffs and rolling farmland. It is known for its châteaux, fortified churches, its pre-historic caves and dozens of white limestone mediaeval villages and towns such as Castelnau-Montratier, Lauzerte and Montcuq. Overlooking its own beautiful oak woodland (approx. 5 acres) and situated at an altitude of nearly 300m, the panoramic views over Quercy are spectacular.

Gîte Garonne is perfect for those who are seeking a peaceful and tranquil holiday. Relax in the grounds, enjoy the wildlife, walk in the 5 acres of woods, swim, play tennis or just do nothing. The Gîte has two bedrooms and is great for 2/3 couples or family of 5/7, children are very welcome during the school holidays. Bed 1 has a King size (6ft) bed and has the space for 3 x 3ft single beds if preferred. The sitting room has a futon that can convert into a double bed increasing the occupancy from 5 to 7 if required. It has a new fully fitted shower room with thermostatic shower, hand basin and WC. A solid oak fronted fitted kitchen with 4-ring gas hob, electric oven/grill, refrigerator, microwave, and all the usual kitchen accessories. There is a spacious farmhouse style dining area suitable for up to eight people. The separate sitting room has a 3 piece suite and leads through French doors straight out on to the sun terrace. There is a TV (BBC,ITV, Radio)and a DVD with extensive DVD library. The DVD list can be viewed on our Website. As with Gîte Tarn it is fitted with wooden shutters on all exterior doors and windows the rooms maintain a cool temperature even on the hottest days. Private access is from the sun terrace that is on the same level as the private car park. Facing Southwest, spectacular sunsets will often be seen from the Bedroom and terrace. Bed linen, bathroom and tea towels provided and are changed weekly. There is access to a laundry room that has a washing machine and drying facilities. There is a steam iron and board in the Gîte. All rooms have views over our private gardens, approx. 5 acres in all, which is a peaceful location but not isolated. The Gîte has its own sun terrace with dining furniture, swing chair, parasols and its own private barbecue for those who want to cook al fresco. The grounds are shared with the owners, and are made up of lawns and mature oak trees. Adjacent to the sun terrace is the swimming pool which has a nice new deck surround (your feet will appreciate this in the hot weather) and our own floodlit tennis court. The two Gîtes form the entire habitable ground floor area (110m2) of our house - Genibret - and are completely independent. Genibret and its land are not overlooked by any other property.

Places of Interest

The Lot Valley is still largely unspoiled and contains a wealth of history dating from pre-history through the hundred year’s war to the present time. Visit the caves of Peche-Merle and wonder at the stunning cave paintings, or visit the many castles and fortified towns and villages of the area. Try the many activities to be found – golf, canoeing, kayaking, caving, climbing, microlight, all terrain biking, horse riding and trekking or walking. Perhaps try your luck fishing the Lot or the Aveyron rivers. Good restaurants abound locally and the locals are some of the friendliest you are likely to find anywhere. St Cirq-Lapopie perched 100m above the river on top of the cliff is one of the most beautiful medieval villages in France and is a must to visit. - - - - Nearby, (7 mins by car) is the market town of Castelnau Montratier, where there is a Tourist Office, various shops, supermarket, post office, garage, chemist, doctors and dentist surgery. The Sunday market is always a favorite venue for tourists where you can absorb the ambience from one of the café/bistros in the main square. During the summer numerous fetes and festivals take place, with live music and entertainment.