Medieval Town House


with modern comforts Issigeac Dordogne

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12th Century Bastide town house
Book 2010 at 2009 Prices


Medieval town house Issigeac

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Stunning conversion of a town house in the Bastide town of Issigeac
Only 15 mins drive from Bergerac airport.
Ideal location for restaurants, cafe/bars, shops and markets.
Car is not necessary, as the town has everything
you might need for a relaxing unique holiday.
Wonderful views across the ancient rooftops of this historic town.



Issigeac is one of the best preserved medieval bastide towns in the area.

It has beautiful collombage houses, narrow pedestrian streets with interesting shops to browse,

and is home to one of the most important local Sunday markets in the area.

Ideal for couples, or small groups of friends it's a perfect location to explore the vineyards of the

Percharment and Bergerac Regions, with many nearby Chateaux providing direct sales and free tastings.

The famous Chateaux of Montbaziliac is a short distance away.

Issigeac town house Bastide roof top views

Accommodation Top
Bedroom Sitting room
The accommodation has been purposed designed to provide a comfortable unique holiday experience.
Enjoy a meal or a drink in the sunshine on the deck over looking the historic rooftops.
The kitchen is fully equipped for self catering, including a washer/dryer and dishwasher.
There is a dining table for 4 people just off from the kitchen.
There is a double bedroom with an en-suite jauzzi bath with shower over.
A Broadband computer is available for your use, this can be used for CDs or DVDs too
There is a library of books

The accommodation can suit people with mobility difficulties, as there is a separate downstairs entrance to the large sitting room, which has a convertible sofa, an accessible shower room, a bar sink and small refridgerator, giving it independance from the accommodation upstairs.

 

Location Top
15kms south of Bergerac Issigeac is a small town of 650 people.
Founded by the Romans and named after Issis it is one of the best examples of a preserved 12th and 13th century
bastide town, complete with surrounding walls and a moat.
It has one of the best and largest Sunday markets in the area, 4 restaurants, 2 butchers, 2 general stores, an organic co-op and several Boulangeries, one of which is 20m from the house - perfect for fresh bread and croissants everyday.
Additionally the town has banks, pharmacies and a tourist office. There are numerous boutique shops to browse in selling ceramics and antiques. It also has an Art gallery and a local glass blower, where you can try it out for yourself!
There is even a Zen Centre should you feel the need for additional help in relaxing.
Close by is the famous Chateau of Montbazilliac, stroll around the grounds, visit the Chateau itself and try the wine.
There are numerous other wine producers in the area where you can try before you buy.
If walking is an interest there are many pleasant trails to take from the town.

Transport Top

Airports

- Bergerac - 15 minutes (Ryanair from London Stanstead, Bristol or Luton

Flybe from Southampton, East Midlands, Exeter, Liverpool or Glasgow)

- Bordeaux - 1hr.30 minutes (BA from Gatwick, Air France from Heathrow, Aer Lingus from Dublin,

Easyjet from Luton or Bristol, Bmibaby from Manchester

- Car hire available at each airport, Bicycle hire possible at Bergerac.


Road - Paris - Bergerac - 6 hours - Channel ports 7/10 hours

Rail - Bergerac (TGV Paris/Libourne/Bergerac)

Rates Top
Dates 2010 2 people 4 people
May 300 400
June 400 500
July Aug 450 550
Sept 400 500
Oct 300 400
Nov - March 200 300
All prices are per week, with flexible arrival/departure dates, and in euros.

There is a 3 day minimum rental.

Other Information Top

Arrival/Departure Times: Flexible basis with arrival time at the house after 4 pm and guests asked to leave the property by 10 am. If there is other availability we will endeavour to be as flexible as possible.

Payment Terms: 20% deposit needed to secure booking payable by PayPal or Euro cheque through Maison Arc-en-ciel.
Final payment 4 weeks before arrival.

Damage Deposit: A damage deposit of 300 euro is payable on arrival and returned on departure (subject to property inspection on departure).

Bed Linen: We provide bed linen and bath towels (for the number of people booked) and make up the beds ready for you on arrival.

Heating: The house has central heating, there is a supplement for this in Winter of 30 euros per week.

A welcome pack can be provided for your arrival for 20 euros.

Contact Top

For bookings and information about holiday cottages and bed and breakfast, e-mail us.

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