10/10 Excellent
Danny A.
3 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
The very best of France, un grand merci, Nicole
We were met on arrival by our charming hostess, Nicole, after following her helpful telephone guidance to her property.
It is a spacious two bedroom house on the north bank of the Lot river, enjoying sunshine on the veranda, from dawn to dusk.
It contains everything one could need by way of furnishing and fittings, to live, eat and sleep in great comfort, including Wi-Fi. We bought only food and drink during our holiday.
We "stayed at home" for two days, simply relaxing in the sunshine and living "la vie francais", however the banks of the Lot and the surrounding hills have many attractive towns and villages to visit, and we did.
The views are spectacular, east over the Lot to the forests beyond and westward up to Saint Cirq Lapopie, one of "Les plus beaux villages de France". We spent many hours up there, walking around marvelling at both the original constructions and renovations and recent preservation work. And, of course, enjoying the food and wine, especially at Restaurant Lou Bolat, sitting atop the village, looking down along the river. A magical setting for dinner with generous portions and not expensive. Try the Magret de Canard, Cassoulet or Entrecote de Boeuf. The starters and deserts are equally enjoyable.
It was a wonderful week for us, made complete by the kindness and geniality of Nicole and her husband Alex.
We were very sad to leave and hope we can return someday, perhaps next summer.
With our best wishes to Nicole and Alex and their family.
Danny A.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024