Dream House, Mythic Village*, Couples/Families – Home 2316630 House
- 5 bedrooms
- 7 sleeps
- 6 nights min stay
Dream House, Mythic Village*, Couples/Families – Home 2316630
- House
- 5 bedrooms
- sleeps 7
- 6 nights min stay
Key Info
- Beach / lakeside relaxation
- Nearest beach 0.2 mi
- Child Friendly
- Car advised
- Ask about pets
- Private garden
Description from owner
Description
*St. Cirq Lapopie--voted the Most Beautiful Village in France by the French public in 2012.
UPDATE: REVIEWS-- we've received nothing but 5-star rave reviews from guests since we began renting in 2012. But most of our business does not come through vacation rental websites, like TripAdvisor, VRBO, or FlipKey, etc, so you'll have to look for those reviews elsewhere. If you search for "Dream House, Mythic Village" you'll find many recent reviews.
Please Note: we love vacation rentals out in the country with pools--Europe has thousands of them. Yet for a truly unique experience of culture, cuisine, history, and romance, there is nothing like living in your own private home in this fairytale village in this extraordinary region of France. And p.s., you won't miss the pool--there's a great sandy beach on the river.
This is a fully-equipped house in the heart of an enchanting and lively medieval village, surrounded by gorgeous fields, limestone cliffs, and a magnificent swimmable river. It's just a short walk to artist studios, gourmet restaurants, and wonderful shops, yet you'll live in the delightful and sun-lit privacy of your own home, perfectly located for day trips or hikes or bicycling, to castles, vineyards, markets, museums and more.
Between the Dordogne and Provence, on a cliff overlooking a magnificent river valley, lies the lively, medieval village of St. Cirq Lapopie, a place Richard the Lion-hearted once failed to conquer.
And between 13th Century walls, in the heart of this charming village that time has left untarnished, lies our lovely, newly renovated, fully-equipped five bedroom, three bathroom home.
As you stroll through its medieval gate and gaze at the ancient red-roofed village houses, many garlanded with flowers, you'll imagine that time has stood still.
But when you walk through the old oak door of our home, all the contemporary trappings are there-- from the well-stocked kitchen to the luxurious king beds to the two-person porcelain tubs.
Spacious enough for large families, and groups, the house was designed to make even a single couple feel cozy and welcome.
St. Cirq Lapopie has been a mecca for artists and writers throughout the past century. The town is alive with small shops and fine restaurants, art studios, a museum, a cathedral, and more. There's a sandy beach too. And all of this is in walking distance from the house.
Yet just beyond the village environs lie castles and markets, cave paintings and cathedrals, museums and vineyards, and the lush countryside.
You can bicycle for traffic-free miles along the majestic Lot river. Or canoe for hours along the banks of the river from town to town. Or simply walk to the local castle or a nearby patisserie or cafe.
Whether your prefer lazing or action, window gazing or window shopping, dining out or cooking in, day trips or just a stroll to the corner, there is no end of enticing choices in our friendly, inviting village.
If this sounds appealing, then it is not an exaggeration to say that this can be one of the memorable vacations of a lifetime. Please don't hesitate to contact us if you have questions, wishes, or just want a real conversation about about this home in this village. Thank you.
A few more descriptive facts:
1) the house is in the village (that's the point-- this is an amazing living-in-a-gorgeous-french-village vacation, after all!), just off the main tourist route, so even in August (a time my family also loves visiting), there is lots of privacy-- an outdoor private terraced garden is a great venue for eating your baguettes and cheese, drinking the local malbec, and watching the amazing skies, as well as the views over the river.
2) the river is walking distance, and there is a nice, sandy public beach where you can take a dip, or swim laps, in clear, clean, comfortable waters.
3) all the restaurants and shops are in easy walking distance, but it is a medieval village on a cliff (to protect from invading hordes), so some steep inclines and comfortable walking shoes a good idea.
4) the four bedrooms are all very comfortable, all with armoires-- and the bathrooms all have lovely showers with great water pressure. There are also two vintage tubs for a good soak (one in the master bedroom!).
5) lots of windows with great views, the house is a very easy place to hang out in, whether working in the gourmet kitchen or sipping cognac in the lounge-- spacious, airy, and with good sunlight.
6) parking is in the residential lot (not the public lot), so a fairly easy walk from the house-- you can drive right up to the door to drop off your things.
If you search for maison southern france (all one word) or 'dream house, mythic village' you'll find lots more pictures and descriptions.
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Families
- Great for children of all ages
- Ask about pets
Bed & bathroom
- Bedroom 1: King bed
Bedroom 2: Full bed
Bedroom 3: Full bed
Bedroom 4: King bed - 3 Full baths, 1 Half bath
Amenities
- Wireless Internet
- Mountain Views
- Private garden
- Grill
- Patio
- Internet access
- Fireplace
- Stove
- Fridge
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Toaster
- Kettle
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron
- TV
- Satellite TV
- DVD player
- Stereo system
- Ceiling Fans
- Linen provided
- Towels provided
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Access
- Parking
- Not suitable for wheelchair users
Policies
- Check in time: 16:00, Check out time: 10:00
- If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
- Payment
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This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
Damage deposit: $300.00 - Smoking
- No smoking at this property
Cancellations
Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.
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50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 8 weeks before check-in.
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About the owner
Charles M.
- Calendar last updated:
- 28 Jun 2021
- Years listed:
- 11
- Based in:
- United States
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Languages spoken: English
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Reviews
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“For a Birthday Reunion, A Gem of a Vacation”
For my 60th birthday, I wanted to plan “an exciting, yet relaxed adventure” with six of my girlfriends. The Coeur de Lion house in Saint Cirq Lapopie fit the bill perfectly. Located in a c… More
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“Among the most beautiful places I have ever visited!”
Le Coeur de Lion was an extraordinary experience! My husband and I stayed at this beautiful home for one full week in April 2018. Charlie and his family have restored the home in a way that highligh… More
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Response from the owner It is such a pleasure for our family to have guests who also appreciate this gorgeous region of France. Many thanks for the kind words.
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“Honeymoon revisited for our Silver wedding.”
We originally stayed at a villa near St Cirq Lapopie 25 years ago on honeymoon, so to celebrate our Silver wedding we revisited the area. My husband booked Coeur de Lion through the owner Charles, who… More
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“This might be the best vacation you'll ever have.”
I had the great fortune to stay in Coeur de Lion in October 2013. The house is magnificent and the location is unparalleled for beauty and medieval charm. The owner has brought it back from a ruin to a beautiful, tasteful home with a lot of “wow.” Coeur de Lion shows thoughtful attention to the details of its ancient heritage while embedding all the modern comforts. I am particular about vacation houses. I want to feel at home, I want to feel I've discovered something very special, and I want to feel like the owner cares about my comfort and enjoyment. I found sleeping in the bed with antique French linen sheets to be a dream. The bathrooms are a welcome luxury for the weary traveler – lovely bath salts and heated towel racks! The Nespresso machine in the kitchen provides a lovely crema to top off a delicious cup of coffee. The kitchen provides the most sophisticated cooks with all the tools and features needed for gourmet cooking. I would love to come back for the cooking classes they plan to offer (please let me know!). The location in the village is excellent. With a simple walk to the top of the village through 15th c. France, you can find morning croissants or go out for dinner. There are many wonderful restaurants within a few blocks. The regional food abounds with rich flavors of duck, foie gras, truffles, walnuts and local cheeses. Local markets are a shopper’s paradise for anything from regional Malbec wines to local, fresh organic produce to cook a stellar meal at home. Charles and Cathy are hosts who know how to exceed expectations. Many guests want support for planning logistics, as well as access to information and advice on activities and experiences that only an insider knows. They provide all that and more. I cannot think of any improvements to suggest. Coeur de Lion is definitely a home I would want to stay in again. I wished I never had to leave.
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Response from the owner What a wonderful review. We are so glad you had such a great time. It is a fantastic village, and now that the renovations are completed, it is a fantastic house. Next time, come for two or three weeks-- we'll show you all the stuff to do that is impossible to squeeze into one week, much of it stuff you don't have to leave the village to discover. We really do look forward to seeing you again. Thank you.
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
FAQs
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You can get in touch with Charles (the owner) through the contact form on this page.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to send the owner a message.
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Simply enter your dates in the Ready to book? form to calculate the cost of your stay.
Click Book now to see a full breakdown of the price.You can also request a quote from Charles (the owner) through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.
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You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.
- How do I pay for my vacation?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Charles (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.
If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your booking.
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Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.
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- How can I withdraw my booking request?
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You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Charles (the owner) a message.
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