LE FOUR

Le Four is a traditional detached stone cottage nestling peacefully overlooking the River Lot in a particularly interesting section of this stunning valley. The cottage has its own sandy riverside beach where visitors have watched kingfishers and herons, whilst red kites and eagles circle the sky. Conques - the most magical village in France is just 12 miles away.

The property has been skilfully renovated by the proprietor (the village carpenter), to offer a combination of the highest possible standards of comfort with an impressive inventory of equipment. The kitchen has fitted oak units with dishwasher, fridge/freezer, electric oven and gas hob. The utility room has toilet, washing machine and separate shower room with hand basin. A large living and dining room with beamed oak ceiling and mellow stone walls opening through French doors onto a covered veranda overlooks the river. There is a log burning stove (with logs supplied); UK digital TV, telephone, a sofa and chairs. The large dining table converts to a billiard table. The south-facing veranda has table and chairs and barbecue for al fresco meals.

Visitors have told us that at all times of year, the veranda is so sheltered that they have eaten all their meals there. Bedroom 1 upstairs has a double bed and French windows opening out to a wonderful view of the river, whilst bedroom 2 has twin beds. Duvets, linen and towels are provided. There is also an upstairs toilet with hand basin. Full oil fired central heating for low season holidays is available. There is a garage for one car and ample parking for additional vehicles. The swimming pool has been built into the rocks in a very sunny sheltered location. In May and June watch for the local Lot Valley Moth. (saturnia pyri) It has up to a 6" wingspan, is green in colour and found between Vieillevie and Entraygues.

The cottage is within 20 minutes walking distance of Vieillevie which has two restaurants and a recently reopened local store which sells fresh bread and croissants daily and serves as an Internet cafe. Entraygues and Montsalvy are both 8 miles away.

Two bicycles are provided for use at the users' risk.

This cottage is always the most popular of the total estate and early bookings are necessary to secure your preferred time.