Self catering holiday cottage with pool to rent in Lot, Midi-Pyrenees Ussel is to us the real France; the village and the countryside are completely unspoilt; you really feel you are close to the French way of life. However, you are not in the least isolated, there are many stimulating things to see and to do, good meals to be enjoyed at reasonable prices. It is not an area to rush around in, but for leisure and relaxation.
The cottage is a small square stone building, about 200 years old. It has been converted into a rustic holiday home with all mod cons, new furniture and equipment while retaining the character in the form of beams, exposed stone walls and tiled floors. It sleeps four comfortably, six if necessary. It has an attractive private heated pool.
The cottage is situated at the end of a 60yd long grass track, just outside the main village and has views towards the church and Mairie. There is almost complete privacy. The cottage has a terrace with good views.
Ground Floor
Spacious entrance hall, 15ft x 9ft, with pine staircase to the first floor. Small internal lobby leading to the main bedroom, 20ft x 10ft, with french door to terrace and large window overlooking pool terrace. Electric wall mounted radiator. Double bed. Phone. Second bedroom: 10ft x 9ft 6ins. Double french doors to terrace. Wall mounted electric heater. Two single beds. Shower room with shower cabinet, wash hand basin and toilet. Electric wall heater. Gas BBQ. Extra bedding.
First Floor
A double height large sitting room cum dining room, 31ft x 20ft, with a view of the village through the large hayloft window. Two spare beds (one goes under the other in daytime). The kitchen has an electric cooker, refrigerator, microwave, automatic washing machine, dishwasher, freezer and sink unit. Electric kettle and toaster. Vacuum cleaner. Radio that can play tapes and CDs. Electric heaters. Phone. Satellite TV. DVD player.
The rent includes electricity and hot water. Bed linen and towels provided by arrangement. Otherwise please bring your own and leave the place clean and tidy. Lets are Saturday to Saturday (arrive 4 pm; depart 10 am). You are advised to insure against cancellation. Once the deposit and final balance have been paid, they are not refundable.
Accommodation
Single Beds:
2
Bathrooms
1
Double Beds
1
WCs
1
Sofa Beds
1
Dining Room Chairs
8
Cots
0
Lounge Seats
8
Fixtures & Equipment
Cooker:
Yes
Fridge:
Yes
Phone:
Yes
Freezer:
Yes
Microwave:
Yes
Kettle:
Yes
Dish Washer:
Yes
TV Satellite:
Yes
High Chair:
Yes
Video Player:
Yes
DVD Player:
Yes
CD Player:
Yes
Washing Machine:
Yes
Other Interior Facilities
Property Exterior
Private Pool (Heated):
Yes
BBQ:
Yes
Safe for Children:
Yes
Private Garden:
Yes
Local Attractions
A small garden on two levels and our two acre field adjoining, with rural views of the surrounding countryside. Terrace with ample garden furniture and pergola with vine. Gravelled yard for parking 2-3 cars. Heated pool next to the cottage with its own terrace and safety fence. Not overlooked.
Amenities Nearby:
Shops, cafes and tennis courts at Labastide Murat. Large lake at Catus (8 miles), with tennis courts, beach, cafe. Pretty stream with beach at St.Germain-du-Bel Air, where there are also shops (6 miles). Interesting historic cave paintings, many castles and fortified towns (bastides). Swimming, canoeing and boat trips on the river Lot. Quiet country lanes for cycling and exploring. For day trips, the spectacular underground caves of Gouffre de Padirac or the hillside town of Rocamadour are recommended. Doctors in nearby towns.