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Practical info

Practical information for your stay.

Changeover days, cleaning, payment, the route, and answers to questions guests often ask.

Arrival and departure

Changeover day is Sunday. Arrival from 4 pm, departure before 10 am. Other days are possible by arrangement outside the high season.

Once your booking is confirmed, you will receive all relevant information by email. The requested period is reserved for you. After full payment of the rental amount, no later than six weeks before departure, you receive the route description and all remaining information. We are usually present on arrival to give you a brief tour of the house.

Cleaning and bed linen

The final cleaning charge of € 175 is mandatory and invoiced separately with the booking. The beds are made up on your arrival, with all sheets and fitted sheets included.

Bath and pool towels are not provided; please bring your own. If you use the cot, please also bring your own cot bedding.

Deposit and payment

The € 500 security deposit is paid before arrival and refunded within one week of departure, provided the house is left tidy and undamaged.

The deposit on the rental is 35% at booking. The balance is due no later than six weeks before arrival. We recommend you take out your own cancellation insurance.

Payment by bank transfer in euros. Unfortunately we cannot accept credit card payments.

Travelling with children

The house sleeps up to six adults plus a baby. A cot and high chair are provided. Please bring your own cot bedding.

The garden is fully fenced, allowing small children to play freely. The pool has no separate gate; young children should remain supervised.

Travelling with a dog

Dogs are welcome by prior arrangement. A calm dog that does not shed too much is welcome without further conditions. For other pets please discuss in advance.

The garden fence is dog-friendly. Quiet woodland walking paths nearby for daily walks.

Route and surroundings

From the UK, an overnight ferry to Caen or Cherbourg followed by around six to seven hours by road. From the Netherlands, around eleven hours via Paris and Limoges. Flying via Bergerac (50 minutes) or Bordeaux (two hours) airport with a hire car is also straightforward.

The closest supermarket is a Carrefour Express in Saint-Pompon, five minutes by car. A larger Carrefour in Saint-Cyprien, fifteen minutes. A doctor’s surgery and pharmacy are located in Belvès, and the nearest hospital is in Sarlat.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Can I arrive earlier or leave later?

Often possible outside the high season, in agreement with us. Extending by a day is generally fine if the following week is not yet booked.

Is the Wi-Fi strong enough to work from the house?

Yes. The house is on a high-speed Starlink connection, with signal reaching to the pool. Suitable for video calls and remote work.

Is the pool heated all year?

The pool is heated from April through October and reaches a comfortable 27 degrees between May and September. In winter the pool is covered and out of use.

How far is the nearest supermarket?

A Carrefour Express in Saint-Pompon, five minutes by car for daily shopping. A larger Carrefour branch in Saint-Cyprien, fifteen minutes, for the weekly shop.

What languages do Richard and Liesbeth speak?

Dutch, English, German and French.

Do you accept credit cards?

No, payment by bank transfer in euros.

Is there parking at the house?

Yes, on-site, for at least three cars.

What if I need to cancel my booking?

If you cancel more than six weeks before arrival, the 35% deposit is retained. Cancellations within six weeks of arrival are charged the full rental amount. We recommend taking out your own cancellation insurance.

What if something breaks during my stay?

Call or send a message. Richard sorts most practical issues himself, or sends the right person round.

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