Holiday Gites & Pool (click to enlarge)

Holiday gites with swimming pool
near Monflanquin Aquitaine
South West France

Two comfortable and well equipped properties on the southern edge of beautiful medieval Monflanquin, in the Lot and Garonne, close to the Dordogne boundary.

'Volets Bleus' 1 bedroom, sleeps 2
'The Cottage' 2 bedrooms, sleeps 4

'Volets Bleus' 1 bedroom, sleeps 2

Our house is situated on the southern edge of the beautiful mediaeval village of Monflanquin, with lovely country views and an 11m x 5m swimming pool with roman steps, and large terrace.

Our visitors find that being able to walk to and from the village a big bonus - no need to worry about who drives the car!

A perfect setting for a French gite.

Volets Bleus’ is the very private wing of our own home, having central heating and a covered, secluded, terrace. It is an excellent self-catering rental property.

There is a double bedroom, shower room (thermostatic shower) and kitchen/lounge, all of good size.

The kitchen is very well equipped with oven, dishwasher, fridge-freezer, micro-wave etc. There is also a washing machine.

There is a woodburning stove in the lounge. We have now added a TV (terrestrial and English satellite), and a video/DVD player. Visitors can use our video library.

A really comfortable and very well equipped French gite.

The terrace has outside furniture,BBQ etc..‘Volets Bleus’ is ideal for a couple and, because of its layout, for people with reduced mobility.

Visitors have their own (cared for!) organic vegetable plot, and are free to help themselves to seasonable vegetables - melons, tomatoes, lettuce, courgettes etc.

The faclities include a communal pool, (shared with The Cottage which has a maximum of four people), terrace, garden with garden furniture and BBQ. There is private parking.

The terrace is very large, so there is lots of space. There are no restrictions on the use of the pool.

Not suitable for children. There is wheelchair access and therefore it is suitable for the elderly. Sorry - no pets or smokers.

The Cottage, 2 bedrooms, sleeps 4

This cottage is an excellent self-catering rental property.

It has a double bedroom with en-suite shower room, a further twin bedroom, house bathroom, modern kitchen with dishwasher, washing machine, oven/hob and micro-wave.

The lounge is large and very comfortably furnished, with TV (Terrestrial), and video. It also has a compact Hi-Fi. It provides excellent family accommodation, and, because of its layout, is very suitable for up to four adults.

There are lovely views from the private, secluded terrace.

Our visitors have access to our organic vegetable garden for fresh lettuce, tomatoes, courgettes etc.

Children welcome.The cottage is not suitable for wheelchairs. It is very suitable for a family or for up to four adults. Everything is on one level. Sorry, no pets or smokers.

Prices & Booking Information

We provide all linen, but not towels [although these can be hired for £10/15euros].

Bookings are normally from 4:00 pm on day one to 10:00 am on final day.

Deposit of 1/3 rental on booking, balance 6 weeks before tenancy. Cheques payable to P. Goodwin.

The pool is not guaranteed outside the dates shown.

We clean the properties at no extra charge as experience shows us that most of our guests are fair and reasonable in this respect.

Number of guests must not exceed quoted capacity, unless by previous arrangement.

Prices are per property, per week, and include gas and electricity costs.

We stongly advise our visitors to take out holiday cancellation insurance.

About our Region

The mediaeval square and streets of Monflanquin provide a unique and magical atmosphere.

Monflanquin is a 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 archways surrounding the central square you can understand why. It is a thriving village supporting all the services you require – banks, post office, doctors, butchers, bakers, bars and a wide choice of restaurants.

We also have a good sized Casino supermarket and our Thursday village market has been operating for over 750 years!

Activities include cycling, tennis, horse riding, golf [9 and 18 holes], canoeing, boat trips and bird watching on the river plus pedalos on a local lake.

Lots of events take place in the region. Monflanquin holds a `mediaeval` weekend in August - knights in shining armour!

We have lived here for many years,and are well placed to offer advice/help in the buying and renovation of properties. We can also organise 'new build'.

The local economy is essentially agricultural, with farmers growing large quantities of maize and sunflowers. The climate also favours the growing of grapes, strawberries, melons, fruits, nuts and tomatoes.

The gently rolling countryside is dotted with 13th Century villages and chateaux and Monflanquin produces its own ‘Caves des Sept Monts’ white, rose and red wines. Sunflowers add a magical feel to the whole of the Lot & Garonne region.

The Lot & Garonne, our department, is just south of the Dordogne and to the west of the Lot region. We are therefore, ideally situated for the exploration of all of these river valleys, rich in history and having the most beautiful scenery.

Things to do and see: For those who like to explore, then day visits to Cahors, Bergerac, Issigeac, Monpazier, Domme, Les Eyzies and St Emilion are all possible.

Our colourful local markets are always worth a visit. However, why not do what most of our visitors do - just flop around the pool, relax, and enjoy our local food and wine.

Guests' Comments

"Many thanks to Pat and Pryce for letting us share your lovely home." - Shirley and Ian Wright

"Excellent accomodation. Could not be friendlier. Will be back next year - hopefully for longer." - Mark and Maggie Barnes

"This is a great region; we hate to leave.Thank you, Pat and Pryce, for providing such a nice place to stay." - Donald and Cathy Thornton

"Too many delights to mention. Some highlights:Lazy afternoons by the pool. Sunsets down the Chemin de Feugnes. Countryside views from the gorgeous garden. Produce in the markets. Monflanquin`s charm." - Jenny and Chris Bagley

"Back again after seven years to this wonderful place, Monflanquin. Thank you so much for a great week." - Lorraine Heslip

"I have been coming to France since 1965 and this is definitely one of the best places I have stayed at." - Jennifer Sherwood and Mark Bromfield.

Getting there

By road: The nearest Channel port is St Malo - approximately 375 miles, and the furthest, Calais - about 550 miles.

By train: TGV trains from Paris stop at Bordeaux.

By air: We are some 40 minutes drive south of Bergerac airport, which welcomes cheap flights from many parts of England. Bordeaux and Toulouse airports are at about 1 hour 50, and they too welcome cheap flights.

Cars can be hired at each of these airports.

Local directions are passed on when the balance is received. We are very easy to find.

To book this property please e-mail or telephone to make a firm booking.

Pryce Goodwin
Volets Bleus
Chemin de Feugnes
47150
Monflanquin
France

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Tel: 05 53 36 47 37
International: +33 5 53 36 47 37

When booking this property please mention Relax in France

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