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D.C. van Bakelen

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The house

  • Quiet, rural area

The house consists of a living room with a large fireplace and a kitchen. It is fully equipped for 6-8 people. There is an oven, 4 burner electric stove and all appliances including refrigerator, coffee maker, electric kettle. There are 3 bedrooms and a lovely attic, with 4 double beds en two twin beds. There are duvets and blankets. sheets and towels are included. In the attic there are two single beds and two double beds, of which one is small (120 cm).
There is a bathroom with toilet and shower and a bathroom with a toilet and a (small) bath. There is also a washing machine.
Everything is on one level (except attic). The house and the surrounding area are adapted for wheelchair use. All windows have shutters.
There are several terraces around the house and trees to provide enough shadow. There is an outdoor barbecue and a private swimming pool (10x5 meters approx).
There is a garage for the car (running backwards!). On the ground of the tenant, there is room for tents or a caravan if required. Extra payment will be charged for electricity and water.

The area around the house is about 3000 m2 and consists of forest, garden, swimming pool and terraces. The view from the sloping hill is beautiful.

Features:
There is telephone for local calls. Otherwise, the phone can only be used with a French phone card (only available in French with a landline telephone). Mobile phones receive, but not all devices equally well. Sometimes there just to be walked outside.
There is a WiFi connection. Each room has electric heating. The large open fireplace creates a pleasant addition in spring and autumn. Wood is in stock. From october till juni extra payment for electricity on base of meter. There is TV (also Dutch and French channels) and a radio CD player.

Facilities

  • Independent
  • No smoking
  • Local contact
  • Accessible for wheelchair
  • Historic building
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Tumble dryer
  • Iron
  • Pets welcome
  • Cot
  • High chair
  • Playground
  • TV
  • Internet
  • Fireplace
  • Hair dryer
  • Bath
  • Airconditioning
  • With swimming pool
  • Private pool

Availability of 'Pern 2'

Surroundings

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The house is situated on a hillside with a beautiful view over an rural valley. There are two other house nearby but at an adequate distance away. The contact person for the gite lives in one of these houses.

The garden and the swimming pool are pleasantly laid out and yet easy to maintain.

The cottage is located just south of the medieval town of Cahors, in the municipality of Pern, in the Quercy Blanc region, on the limestone plateaus. It is situated in the valley of the Petite Barguelonne, close to the village of Pern, about 15 km from Cahors and 8 km from Castelnau-Montratier, the capital of the canton. The house dates from 1823's. It is detached and it is situated on a hill overlooking a valley. There are are two other houses in the surrounding. Our French contact person lives in one of these houses (key, information, arrange cleaning, help with problems).
The house is L-shaped and constructed of local stone (belles pierres). It is estaured in the original style of the area. Nearby, there are several possibilities for excursions: art, architecture, archeology (eg the caves of Peche Merle), castles and museums. In summer there are various festivals and (antique) markets. There is a list of places to see in the house. The nearest village is called Pern. Nearest town is Castelnau Montratier (8 miles) There is a small supermarket, grocery, bakery, gas station, etc. and Cahors is 15 miles away. There is also a tennis court and a (9 hole) golf course in the immediate surroundings.

  • Rural
  • Hilly
  • Meadows and woodland
  • In or near a village
  • In or near a town

Reviews

Pern 2 has received 1 reviews in the last 4 years with a:

9 stars
  • 9 stars

    This is the second year in a row we visited Pern2 for our summer holiday. I am reviewing these visits with the background that we seek a holiday where privacy and relaxation is key and a proper location where limited mobility is not a problem. My wife is now confined to a wheel chair. Finding a good location is not that easy.
    But I can safely say, this place (Pern2) is an absolute treat. We have been going on holiday to this region for many years, and Pern2 is the best place by far. Total privacy, big house with plenty of room for large groups and to be honest........everything is there. The kitchen perhaps jumping out...........it is hug, has really got everything you that you would expect from a holiday house....and then some. We were pleasantly surprised. It clearly shows that this house is prepared for adults....but also for small kids. The place even has a private play garden. The same thing can be said about the bedrooms. Lots of space there too. There are 3 bedrooms at ground level and there are 6 (i believe) beds in the attic in one area. I am quite tall so I cannot stand up in that area. These need to bee seen as places to sleep and nothing more. Limited luxury there.
    Pern2 is located in a region where it can be very hot (we had 40C at some point). The thickness of the walls keep temperatures inside relatively low. So no damp nights keeping you awake. One bedroom even has an overhead fan.
    And then there is the bathroom..................two to be exact. These have been revamped just before we came this year, so we were treated with new bathrooms. (Last time I looked, the bathroom pictures on the site are still the old ones) The "master" bathroom allows access by wheel chair.
    In summer time there is actually only one place you want to be....outside. There is a huge terrace, partially shielded from the sun (or rain if you are unlucky) and an outdoor fixed BBQ. What more can you want. Around the house plenty of trees for shade and privacy. The care taker lives next door, but he will only visit when asked. They are friendly people, and with my bad French and his bad English....we can communicate fine.
    The rent price is quite steep/high but I can assure you, it is worth it.
    Per2 is located in "agriculture" area. Farm land all around...........so very quite. and if that is what you are looking for, this place is a must visit. Don't get me wrong, there is plenty to do and see in the region. You can read about that in other reviews but for me this is the place to relax and unwind from the crazy busy society we live in nowadays. I am in the process of booking our 3rd summer holiday in a row here........that must mean something.
    Rent the place....bring your friends/family....you will not be disappointed.

    To the owner (D.C. van Bakelen) I can only say: Thank you for allowing us to stay in Pern2.
    Best regards,
    Oscar Corten

  • Nico & Martine from Groningen,

    9 stars

    This house is great! Its medieval castle-appearance, and cosiness made us have a fantastic week just with the two of us! The house is fully equipped with all the contemporary electronic equipment, i.e. oven, dish washer, washing machine, WiFi, etc. The surrounding nature is absolutely fabulous! It is lovely quiet, and has marvelous views. We would definitely recommend this to anyone who is looking for a peaceful state-of-mind holiday! And last but not least: Dorothy was a wonderful hostess: very kind, and always responded quickly to our questions,
    Nico & Martine.

  • jan kiemel from loenen a/d vecht,

    8 stars

    3 weken lang genoten van een erg rustig gelegen huis met alle comfort binnen en buiten. de beheerder woont er direct naast en is zeer behulpzaam indien nodig. het huis ligt in een glooiend land- en tuinbouw gebied met prachtige vergezichten en kleurschakeringen.
    wij hebben er gefietst, soms pittig, en gegolfd op een zeer glooiende 9 holesbaan met een prima clubhuis.
    in de omgeving bekende plaatsen als Cahors, maar ook veel middeleeuwse kleine dorpjes.
    meer dan de moeite waard om in deze regio en in dit huis te verblijven. aanbevolen!!

Restaurants, food & wine

The Cahors wines are well known to wine enthusiasts.
There are several restaurants within a radius of fifteen kilometers.
In Castelnau Montratier there is a weekly market on wednesday, with regional products. In Lalbenque there is a truffle market. Every Saturday there is a large market in Cahors, as well as a vegetable market on Wednesday. In Montcuq there is a very famous lovely market with a variety of goods; you can find nice presents here!
Most supermarkets are open on Sunday mornings.

Activities

Swim in the private pool, which no one else uses.
In l'Hospitalet there is a tenniscourt.
A beautiful hilly 9 hole golf course with a cozy clubhouse is only 20 min away by car.
There is a clubhouse where you also can eat (lunch) and lessons are possible on request.
There is a riding school in Tierry, village nearby.
Swimming, fishing and watersports are possible in the Lot.
At the close-by local airport (10 km), various activities like paragliding and parasailing are possible.
Karting center 10 kms from the house.
The area is ideal for cycling enthusiasts.
Walking in the whole area.

  • Bicycle
  • Near hiking trails
  • Near ATB trails
  • Near riding
  • Fishing
  • Water sports
  • Flying and gliding
  • Other courses

Further remarks

In the house you will find all the touristic information you need for your holiday.

Additional price info and offers

Season open from 1 April to 1 November.
For availability See calender and prizes.

Price includes

Cleaning fee, Towels, Bed linen

Price exclusive

  • Safety deposit € 500.00

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How many guests?

Per week starting from

€1,500

Per week starting from

€1,500