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Cahors Country House This is our holiday home, soon to be permanent home. This page is for friends and family who sometimes borrow it.

Previously the house was rented out commercially for holidays. Cahors Country House is a pretty and characterful 19th Century Quercy styled house, clad in Virginia Creeper and nestled in a tranquil and rural location in an unspoilt part of France. Families and friends of all ages enjoy spending day after day in the wonderful private, heated and enclosed swimming pool, terraced area, gardens and op

en meadow; perfect for burning off steam! There are quiet corners for relaxation, and a well equipped children's play area too, so everyone can relax and enjoy their well earned family holiday. The baby equipment is bountiful and as well as toys, there is even a dressing up box for hours of 'make believe' fun.

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Maintenance with some relaxation too
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Maintenance with some relaxation too

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One of a number of beautiful medieval towns in the Aveyron about 30 min drive away
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One of a number of beautiful medieval towns in the Aveyron about 30 min drive away

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Photo Credits Bob Ward
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Photo Credits Bob Ward

The first year since we have been here that the farmer has grwon sunflowers in the field behind us
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The first year since we have been here that the farmer has grwon sunflowers in the field behind us

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18/11/2013

Limoges airport is a 2 hour drive from us. If you are flying in to here you may want to take a look at Buggs Car Hire

We are now OPEN at Aéroport International de Limoges!!

16/10/2013
Cheap Flights: Compare the cheapest flights - Money Saving Expert

Easyjet summer flights went on sale last Wednesday so more bookings came in and we now only have one week left available in the summer school holidays. It made me think that this link may be useful to potential guests - how to get cheap flights, thanks to Money Saving Expert, Martin Lewis. http://www.moneysavingexpert.com/travel/cheap-flights?utm_source=MSE_Newsletter&utm_medium=bignote-two&utm_term=15-Oct-13-v1&utm_campaign=travel&utm_content=2

Compare the cheapest flights with the Money Saving Expert cheap flights guide. This system will save you time and money.

09/10/2013

Easyjet flights on sale now up to September 2014

16/09/2013

We have just reduced the price of the last week in September (WC 21st Sep) from £800 to £600. Anybody interested?

21/08/2013

One of the many reasons to take a holiday during the summer months at Cahors Country House - to be able to join in with events like these, taste fantastic food, wine and beer, enjoy the local ambience and know that you are really supporting the local economy.

Last of the year from our little group and the biggest turnout yet!

19/08/2013
Family House & Pool - Lot - Holiday property in Dordogne and Lot

Thank you to our repeat guests (Christian Kaye) for the lovely review on Chez Nous website http://www.cheznous.com/170483/family-house--pool-lot.aspx?propertyType=1&startDate=21/09/2013&flexibleDate=true&duration=7&partySize=6&sleeps1=0&sleeps2=0&sleeps3Plus=0&lat=44.537936&long=1.676069&zoom=9&criteria=&orderBy=SleepsASC&tab=list&page=4&type=list&rand=595550®ion=225&ListRegion=225

Family House & Pool in Lot, France. A holiday property in Lot and Dordogne and Lot. Sleeps 8 + cot, heated pool, extensive gardens, ideal for families.

10/07/2013
Eurotalk deals : inc Eurotalk 'free' £25-£30 language course

Just came across a good deal for a free French Language course from Eurotalk if anyone is interested. Thanks to the wonderful Money Saving Expert! http://www.moneysavingexpert.com/deals/bargains-deals-discounts/eurotalk?utm_source=MSE_Newsletter&utm_medium=Email&utm_term=09-Jul-13&utm_campaign=deals&utm_content=229

Started in 1991, Eurotalk is a London-based educational publisher, mainly known for producing interactive language learning software in over 120 languages. Each year, the company hosts a junior language challenge to encourage young people to take up languages early in life. Below are today's top Eur...

08/07/2013

Sometimes I wonder if being a holiday property owner is just too much hassle, but then we receive an email like this and it makes it all worthwhile:
Hi Jo and Rich

We are having such a lovely time at your gorgeous house!

A very lazy day we have had, checking out Limogne market [ a great tip, thanks] followed by doing nothing other than eating, drinking and dipping into the fantastic pool. Bliss!

I can see why you love it here, its so peaceful, french and very comfortable.

You have gone to so much trouble making sure that guests are informed and welcomed. I wish it had been available when our girls were younger...perfect for families. We really appreciated the food, wine and beer last night. T drank most of the wine and was most inefficient about unpacking!

The house is really special isnt it? I love the higgledy piggledy layout, the fires and the kitchen. You are very lucky creatures...but can see youve put a lot of hard work into making it work.

Thanks very much..we shall savour our week here. We may venture out in a few days or so....

B

03/07/2013

Have just discovered some very useful info if you are travelling abroad with a baby or toddler. If travelling abroad from Gatwick order nappies, formula etc from boots online and you can choose click and collect for Gatwick Arrivals. They'll then call you and ask if you want it taken through to airside. Means it doesn't count towards your luggage allowance!
Someone posted this on the Cuddledry page - worth "liking" them for tips like this.

28/05/2013
Domaine du Merchien

One for all the guests staying with us this year. Let us know if you would like us to help you arrange something with Domaine du Merchien.

For those of you that have gites,guests family and friends staying this time of year many things are off season. We aren't, so why not visit us at Domaine du Merchien and have a tour and taste ,ask questions and hear about our 19 years of living in the Lot with many funny stories. Its good on a sunny day but just as good on a wet one. If YOU, yes YOU read this live locally and haven't visited us, nows your chance, give us a call on 06 16 07 75 39 and make a date!

21/05/2013

Our earlier season guests get the treat of seeing all the poppies, both in the garden, around the pool and in the surrounding fields....but I suspect they may be a little later this year

17/05/2013

Caption suggestion. I may even send a prize to the best one......

14/05/2013

Do go and have a look and like the page of our friends Domaine du Merchien It is a really interesting page, giving you insight into the daily workings of a French vineyard and farm.

07/05/2013
Wild Swimming France: Discover the Most Beautiful Rivers, Lakes and Waterfalls of France

This looks like a great book, just pointed out to me by a friend. We are half way between the Lot, Cele and Aveyron rivers (half an hour drive to each) which run through fantastic gorges and are great for canoeing. Our canoe trips always take all day as we keep stopping to jump in the river and float downstream, or jump off the high rocks or have a picnic and a doze in the sun. Just have to keep your eyes peeled for the river snakes - but they are usually swimming very fast in the other direction!

Wild Swimming France: Discover the Most Beautiful Rivers, Lakes and Waterfalls of France

30/04/2013

Yesterday's break for the workers....and a few of the neighbours. You've gotta love a French gateau, or three.

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Cahors Country House is a pretty and characterful 19th Century Quercy styled house, clad in Virginia Creeper and nestled in a tranquil and rural location in an unspoilt part of France. The nearest village is Lalbenque. Families and friends of all ages enjoy spending day after day in the wonderful private, heated (when the pool heater works) and enclosed swimming pool, terraced area, gardens and wildflower meadow; perfect for burning off steam and exploring! There are quiet corners for relaxation, and a well equipped children's play area too. The baby equipment is bountiful and as well as toys, there is even a dressing up box for hours of 'make believe' fun. We fell in love and bought the house in December 2006 from John and Gwan who stayed nearby and then became very dear friends. We had a great introduction to the neighbours, some of whom have become good friends and spent time with us in the UK. Initially we rented the house out commercially but we stopped doing this a number of years ago and now enjoy the fact that family and friends can make use of it when we are not there. We have even managed to persuade our good friends, Bob and Hilary to buy the house next door.....well they needed something to keep them busy! Our aim is, Brexit permitting, to move out and make this our permanent residence within a couple of years but in the meantime if you think you would like to stay here do let us know. Of course all friends and family are welcome when we move there too ;)