3 bedroom farmhouse in rural location just 3km from the village of Meyssac
Dating back to 1636, this newly renovated three bedroom farmhouse with private courtyard and heated pool is packed with original features while offering all modern conveniences. It is situated in a quiet, rural location with large garden, just 3km from the small market town of Meyssac, 4km from Collonges-la-Rouge
The house is on two floors and accommodates up to 7 people.
Ground Floor
Comprises two bedrooms, one with large double bed, the other with two twin beds which can be turned into a double bed, and space for a third bed on request, so easily adaptable for guests both young and old. The large family bathroom has both a bath and walk in shower, as well as WC and sink unit. Steps lead down to the laundry room and rear entrance of the house. A handmade oak staircase leads up to the first floor.
1 st Floor
Large open plan living/dining/kitchen area. The living area is around the original fireplace with woodburning stove, and is comfortably furnished with large sofa and armchair. There is satellite TV, DVD and CD players, as well as a selection of books and games for all ages. The fitted kitchen is fully equipped with electric hob and oven, dishwasher and fridge freezer, with breakfast bar- while the dining area comfortably seats 6. Leading off the main area to the rear of the house is the third bedroom with twin beds which can easily be transformed to a double, and en-suite shower room with sink and WC.
Throughout the house you will find exposed stones, beams, and orginal features such as the stone sink and tiny alcoves cut into the stone walls which were used for storing salt, herbs and bread.
The large garden above the house looks out over fields and countryside, and incorporates an 10 by 4.5 metre heated swimming pool with Roman end. Both the beautiful 60 metre square terrace around the pool, and the courtyard in front of the house have plenty of garden furniture for sunbathing and al fresco dining. Next door to the house there is a small barn, the upper area of which is accessible from the garden and has been converted into a games room with table tennis table. A badminton net is set up in the garden.
The house is just 3km from Meyssac where you will finds shops, bars, restaurants and a twice weekly market. The beautiful village of Collonges la Rouge is just 4km away. You are ideally situated to visit many of the other lovely villages found on the upper reaches of the Dordogne river such as Argentat, Beaulieu, Carennac and Martel. Rocamadour is just 40 minutes away, and the lovely town of Sarlat can be reached in an hour.
A day spent canoeng down the Dordogne river is a must, we also hire out bicycles and can organise half and full day itineraries for you. There are 3 golf courses within easy reach, and for the younger members of the family 2 'acrobranches' centres where they can swing through the trees!
Lascombes Property Features
Location Type
Accessibility
Housekeeping & Services
- Iron and Ironing Board
- Weekly Maid Service
- Bed Linen Included
- Towels Included
- Fuel and Power Included
- Pets Allowed
- Cot
- High Chair
- No Smoking
Open Fire/Wood Burner
Catering Services Available
- Breakfast available (payable locally)
- Evening meal available (payable locally)
Bedrooms
- 1 Double Bedroom
- 1 Twin Bedroom
- 1 Triple Bedroom
Ground Floor Facilities
- Ground Floor Bedroom
- Ground Floor Toilet
- Ground Floor Bath
- Ground Floor Shower
Pool
- Outdoor Pool
- Heated Pool
- Private Pool
Kitchen
- Washing Machine
- Dishwasher
- Fridge
- Freezer
- Toaster
- Oven
- Hob
- Grill
- Coffee Machine
- Tumble dryer
Entertainment
- TV - Satellite or Cable
- CD Player
- DVD Player
- Books
- Games
- Table Tennis
Leisure Equipment
- Sun Loungers
- Patio Furniture
- Barbecue
- Tennis Racquets
Garden/Terrace/Play area
- Private garden
- Terrace / patio
- Outdoor games area
Parking available
Activities within 20min drive of the property
- Fishing
- Wine Tour
- Tennis
- Golf
- Hiking
- Horse Riding
- Walking
- Cycling
Local Water Sports
- Swimming (indoor pool)
- Swimming (outdoor pool)
- Canoeing