Les Cypres
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Overview
If the world has made you weary, an escape to this villa in the Dordogne will set things right again. The detached spa building features a Jacuzzi and Finnish-style sauna, where your tension will melt away. Once you’ve had enough heat, take a dip in the private pool surrounded by flowers. Inside, you’ll feel you’ve stepped into the pages of a magazine; sense of relaxed elegance pervades this three bedroom country charmer. And always, the outdoor spaces will call you to come breathe deeply among the trees.
Located in the commune of Vézac, you’ll find no shortage of idyllic sights to see nearby: the gardens of Château de Marqueyssac are only 3 km away. We also recommend visiting Sarlat (5 km), a medieval town with gardens and an excellent market where you’ll sample the region’s specialties of foie gras, confit d'oie, and mushrooms.
Sporting types will find all manner of activities to suit them; drive 6 km to Vitrac to rent bicycles, or ride horses, golf or go to the riverside beach. Long days spent touring and sporting in the French countryside demand a holiday villa where you can seamlessly refresh and recharge - Les Cypres.
What you should know…
- A car is a necessity for touring the many little towns in the region.
- The suite upstairs is a family room with en-suite parents bedroom, kids bedroom and separate toilet. The third bathroom is down in the spa.
This home is a part of our Great Value Collection!
Our great value homes:
- may be traditionally styled for a laid back feeling
- may have some simple amenities and features
- mean that you can enjoy top holiday destinations for less!
Property Features
Ground Floor
- Entrance into living / dining room
- Kitchen (access to back open terrace)
- Double bedroom with kitchenette, en-suite shower room with WC, a fan, and access to patio and front covered terrace
- Laundry room
Upper Floor
- Bedroom with queen size bed and air-conditioning
- Twin bedroom
- Separate bathroom
- Separate WC
Detached Spa Building
- Full-size Jacuzzi (4-5 people)
- Sauna
- Shower and WC
Outside Grounds
- Vast, sloping enclosed garden
- Heated pool with roman-style steps (size: 5x10 m / depth: 1.10 -1.70 m ) and alarm system
- Pool terrace
- Remote-controlled iron gate
Amenities
- Wi-Fi
- Central Heating
- Satellite TV (with 2/3 English channels)
- DVD
- Stereo
- Video
- Gas hob
- Electric oven
- Microwave
- Fridge
- Dishwasher
- Highchair
- Cot
- Table Tennis
- BBQ
- Washing machine
- Tumble dryer
- Jacuzzi
- Sauna
- Sunbeds
- Parasols
- Outdoor dining facilities
- Outdoor sofas and coffe table
Location
About the surrounding area of Les CypresThe Dordogne area of France is one of the most beautiful and one of the most popular. It has lovely countryside interspersed with medieval, bastide towns where fairytale châteaux rise from the morning mist - it is also a great region for food lovers: all the Perigordian specialities such as Foie Gras, confit d'oie, canard and mushrooms of all types are in abundance.
Considered one of the most beautiful villages of France and lying on the banks of the Dordogne River, Beynac (4 km) is a gorgeous gem, steeped in history which hosts a majestic medieval chateaux and an interesting archeological park.
Sarlat (5 km) is a lovely medieval town, with pebbled streets, a number of ancient buildings, beautiful gardens and lively markets on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Other lively interesting local markets can be found in Domme (Thursday), St. Cyprien (Sunday) and Les Eyzies (Monday)
On top of it all excellent restaurants and historical sites are all located within a short driving distance.
The whole region is a true haven for nature and sport lovers alike offering a wide array of outdoor activities, from horse-back riding, to tennis, mountain-biking, golfing and watersports, not to mention the number of hiking and fishing opportunities. The owner is a fishermen and will be happy to give you tips on the best spots.
Local Activities and Amenities
- Public tennis courts: Vezac and Sarlat (5km)
- Golf: Gold Domaine de Rochebois, Vitrac; Golf de Lolivarie, Siorac-en-Perigord
- Watersports : Les Etangs du Bos, Audrix, Le Bugue sur Vezere; Canoe Dordogne, La Roque Gageac; Canoe Vacances, La Roque Gageac; Gabares Norbert, La Roque-Gageac; Aqua Fun and Centre Nautique de Tremolat;
Aqua Park Junior Land, Bergerac
- River Beaches : Plage du Pont de Vitrac, Domme; Beau Rivage, Plage de la Roque, La Roque Gageac; Plage de Coudon, Vitrac
- Fishing: On the River Dordogne.
- VTT/bicycle hire: Base VTT du Perigord Noir, Vitrac.
- Horse riding: Ferme de Castenet and L'Etrier de Vitrac.
Restaurants: L'Esplanade, Domme. Tel : 0553 283 141. Les Pres Gaillardou, La Roque Gageac. Tel : 0553 596 789. La Belle Etoile, La Roque Gageac. Tel : 0553 295 144. La Treille, Vitrac. Tel : 0553 283 919
- Pharmacy: Beynac - Tel : 0553 295 818
- Doctor: Beynac - Dr. Migniot, Tel : 0553 293 713
- Bank: Sarlat
- Cash machine: Sarlat
- Tourist information: Beynac - Tel : 0553 294 308. Site : www.cc-perigord-noir.fr
Tourist attractions :
- The Chateau de Beynac. Sarlat - 'cite d'exception'
- Les Grottes - Gouffres de Proumeyssac, Audrix. Tel : 0553 072 747.
- Grotte de la Halle, Domme. Tel : 0553 317 100.
- Grottes du Grand Roc, Les Eyzies. Tel : 0553 069 270.
- Parc Archeologique de Beynac, Beynac. Tel : 0553 295 128
- Musee de la Speleologie, Les Eyzies. Tel : 0553 069 715
- La Madeleine, Village Troglodytique Medieval, Tursac. Tel : 0553 463 688. www.site-de-la-madeleine.com
- Indian Forest Perigord, Carsac (adventure park for the whole family). Tel : 0553 312 222, www.indianforestperigord.com
- ULM Evasion, Domme. Tel : 0553 281 808
| Local Amenities | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest Airport |
Brive and Bergerac
(50 and 63 km ) |
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| Nearest Village |
Beynac
(4 km) |
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| Nearest Shop |
Beynac
(4 km) |
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| Nearest Town/City |
Sarlat
(5 km ) |
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| Nearest Supermarket |
Sarlat
(5 km ) |
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| Nearest Tennis |
Vezac and Sarlat
(5 km ) |
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| Nearest Golf |
Vitrac and Siorac-en-Perigord
(6 km) |
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| Nearest Beach |
Vitrac
(6 km) |
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Region
One of France’s most visited destinations, Sarlat-la-Canéda is a beautiful medieval town with a superb reputation for its gastronomy. Staying near Sarlat allows you to experience the town’s rich heritage alongside its fine cuisine, whilst also being close to idyllic villages and natural scenery of the Périgord Noir, never far from the meandering Dordogne River.
Exquisitely restored, explore the old town with its warren of winding lanes with inviting shops, restaurants and characterful cafes. Take a guided tour to truly appreciate Sarlat’s rich history dating back to medieval and Renaissance times – the small yet attractive Cathédrale Saint-Sacerdos de Sarlat, once a Benedictine abbey, is one of the main highlights of the town.
Spend time learning all about the region’s gastronomy, best experienced at the traditional outdoor market on a Saturday or Wednesday morning. Local specialities are of course served in Sarlat’s many excellent restaurants or bought in little shops across the town – look out for foie-gras, truffles, honey, chestnuts and walnuts. There is also an organic market on Thursday afternoons and a charming covered market near the cathedral.
If staying in the height of the summer, join in one of the region’s marchés nocturnes in nearby villages where you can enjoy local food amongst locals accompanied by good wine and music.
Elsewhere, visit the grand châteaux of the Dordogne (Château des Milandes and Château de Beynac are both less than half an hour away from Sarlat), stroll around elegant gardens (Les Jardins de Marqueyssac by candlelight is especially atmospheric) and visit picture-perfect riverside villages such as La Roque-Gageac and Domme, both classified as ‘Plus Beaux Villages’. Heading north instead, the famous caves of Lascaux are also within easy reach.
Hot air balloon rides are a great way to admire the landscapes of the Périgord Noir or simply canoe along the Dordogne River in glorious surroundings. There are of course wonderful walks, tree-top adventure centres and fantastic cycling routes including the 29km-long voie verte stretching from Sarlat to Cazoulès following a former railway line passing magnificent Dordogne countryside.
Kids
Best Suited For: All AgesBaby and Toddler Equipment
- Cot(s)
- High Chair(s)
Kids Activities Close-by
- <1hr to Airport
- Watersports
- Canoeing/Kayaking
- Horse Riding
- Fishing
- Outdoor Pursuit & Activities
Onsite Facilities
- Heated Pool
- Outdoor Games
- Table Tennis
- DVD
Extras
At Oliver’s Travels we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. If there is anything you would like to arrange for your stay, please contact the Oliver’s VIP Concierge Team (by clicking on the link in the blue Oliver’s Extras box above) who will be happy to help. We can usually put you in touch with the right people arrange any of the following:
- Maid service/Extra cleaning
- Weekly Linen change on request (at time of booking)
- Cook/catering
- Local day-trips or tours
- Airport pick-up/drop-off
- Taxi / Car rental
- Babysitting service
This is by no means an exhaustive list, so please just contact Oliver’s VIP Concierge Team to help you arrange any of those little extras that can really make the difference.
Oliver's Travels Chef Service: A Gourmet Dining Experience
Make hosting a memorable dinner party at your villa an absolute breeze with our superb Chef Service. Our chefs will take care of everything for you from start to finish so you can just sit back and enjoy the gastronomic experience. They will bring all the necessary ingredients, cook and serve the food and even clean up afterwards. To find out more visit www.oliverstravels.com/chefs
| Security deposit | €650 (€700 in 2025) charged to client’s credit card before arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection. |
| Arrival time | 4.00 p.m. - 6.00 p.m. (If you are unable to do so please contact owner to advise estimated time of arrival). |
| Departure time | Before 10.00 a.m. |
Terms & Conditions
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
| Security deposit | €650 (€700 in 2025) charged to client’s credit card before arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection. |
| Arrival time | 4.00 p.m. - 6.00 p.m. (If you are unable to do so please contact owner to advise estimated time of arrival). |
| Departure time | Before 10.00 a.m. |
| Linen & towels included? | Extra charge payable locally to owner in cash upon arrival 2024: bed linen €16 per bed, bath towels €10 for two towels per person. 2025: €20 per double bed, €15 per single bed, bath towels €10 for two towels per person. Available on request only. |
| Insurance | Guests are required to be in possession of a valid insurance policy, which covers them for cancellations, personal belongings, personal liability and any accidental damage caused during their stay. |
| Heating costs included? | Included up to 300kwh then extra charge payable locally to owner in cash upon arrival. Extra charge according to usage during winter period. |
| Smoking Allowed? | Outside only. |
| Minimum stay | 7 nights. All other durations on request. |
| Pets welcome? | Not allowed. |
| End of stay cleaning included? | Extra charge payable locally to owner in cash upon arrival: €90 (2 guests ) or €170 (4 to 6 guests). Please note that guests are required to leave the accommodation clean, tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival. Any extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or garbage disposal required will be charged against the security deposit. |
| Tax | French Visitors Tax payable locally to owner in cash upon arrival (typically costs €1-€10 per adult per night - please enquire if exact amount is required). |
| Pool towels included? | Extra charge payable locally to owner in cash upon arrival: €5 per person. |
| Changeover day | Flexible in October. Saturday during all other periods. |
| Other Ts and Cs | Babies are not permitted in the hot tub. |
| Pool heating charge? | Included. Please note that like all heated pools, pool heating and water temperature are reliant on weather and outside temperatures. |
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 6 people:
| Rental period | Weekly |
|---|---|
| Nov 24th 2024 - Dec 21st 2024 | £1,741 |
| Dec 21st 2024 - Apr 19th 2025 | £2,348 |
| Apr 19th 2025 - May 3rd 2025 | £1,782 |
| May 3rd 2025 - May 31st 2025 | £2,025 |
| May 31st 2025 - Jul 5th 2025 | £2,429 |
| Jul 5th 2025 - Aug 30th 2025 | £3,239 |
| Aug 30th 2025 - Sep 27th 2025 | £2,429 |
| Sep 27th 2025 - Dec 20th 2025 | £2,025 |
| Dec 20th 2025 - May 28th 2026 | £2,429 |
Please note that these prices/rates are a guide only and may not be correct at the current date. For an accurate quote, please enquire.
How long have you owned the property?
The house has been a rental property for around 35 years.
What was it about the property that you first fell in love with?
It...
Owner Profile
How long have you owned the property?
The house has been a rental property for around 35 years.
What was it about the property that you first fell in love with?
It was a family home prior to using as a holiday property.
For anyone coming to stay is there anything in the surrounding area they should...
Really do?
Canoe, Gabarre, Local markets, Cycling, Walking, Grotte.
Really eat?
La Belle Etoile, La petite Tonelle, Le Petit Manoir, Le Bistrot de L’octroi.
Really see?
Lascaux, Sarlat, Chateaux; Milandes, Castelnaud, Beynac, Marqueyssac, La Roque Gageac, Domme, Prehistoire.
What insider tip would you pass on about the property or the area?
The house is an ideal base for visiting the majority of the tourist sites and restaurants listed above. There are also a number of indoor activities in the house (Spa and Sauna) and in the area on the rare occasion that it is raining!
Reviews
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Lovely, peaceful setting.
We had a wonderful stay. The house is beautifully decorated and was the perfect size for us (2 couples traveling together).
We enjoyed visiting the local villages and being able to return to the home and relax by the pool as the surroundings are quite lovely and peaceful. Our husbands enjoyed the spa and sauna as well.
The home is located close to all the villages which made everything easily accessible and the caretakers were super easy to work with. -
Charming house!
Charming, classic French house with nice jacuzzi in a fabulous location. So much to do in the local area and a 5 minute drive to Sarlat.
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Absolutely brilliant
Great place. Really well equipped. Super situation with a super garden and plenty of places to dine al fresco and a terrific BBQ. Pool was lovely. Lovely places to visit and dine close by. A pleasure to meet the delightful owners. For our party, 3 couples very good value. A most enjoyable holiday in a very beautiful part of the world.
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Lovely place to unwind
Nice secure, private property on large plot behind electric gates with a great swimming pool. Weather was vv.hot so sauna was off and we didn’t bother with the hot tub. Covered area for playing pool or table tennis. Good BBQ was used every day and outdoor dining was a must. There was enough charcoal and citronella candles to get us started and we generally added to the store cupboard of olive oil, etc.. The local Leclerc in Sarlat was fabulous as were the dentist, doctor and pharmacist! We quickly got in to the habit of opening the pool cover and closing the house shutters in the mornings to have a warm pool and cool house. My daughter and her plus one used the downstairs annex while we 3 had the main house. We didn’t use the second kitchen but having a utility room with washing was really helpful. The house is well placed for day trips out to markets, canoeing etc. as well as lazy days by the pool with a book. It’s all well maintained, a chap popped round to check the pool and tidy the garden each week. We met the owners at the end of our stay – simply charming. Altogether highly recommended.
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A delightful home from home
We have just returned from a lovely week at Les Cypres. We stayed there with our two grown up children, and we all thoroughly enjoyed the stay. The house was just as it appeared on the website, and Huguette was a delightful host. We couldn’t recommend it enough.
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Fantastic villa in a perfect location
We had the most wonderful week at Les Cypres. Huguette was a charming host and so quick to respond when we needed her help. The villa is wonderful, a traditional French home full of antique furniture with lots of character. There are comfy beds, a good kitchen and fantastic showers. So many places to sit and eat, our favourite was the big table outside overlooking the pool and one night we enjoyed using the pretty bbq area. The highlight for us was the heated swimming pool surrounded by gorgeous flowers and trees. The water was fantastic and when we got chilly we relaxed in the perfect hot tub, such a luxury for us. We were lucky with warm weather so we didn’t use the sauna. What a brilliant location, near enough to Sarlat for the convenience of supermarkets but far enough to feel peaceful and tranquil. So close to the river for a fun day kayaking, a perfect way to see the sights. There was so much to do, we visited markets, caves, castles and gardens, the Dordogne is beautiful, this was our first visit and I’m sure we will return again.
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Very good accommodation
Very French Villa with heated outdoor pool, sauna and spa pool. In spacious terraced grounds well maintained. Private and rural but near to Sarlat and near to many tourist attractions. 2nd visit. Would go again.
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Great Holiday!
Great location, well maintained, good facilities, serious, friendly owners
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Un plaisir !
C'est la deuxième fois que nous venons séjourner ici. Nous avions été tellement enchantés par notre séjour de l'année dernière que nous n'avons pas réfléchi longtemps pour savoir où loger pour ces nouvelles vacances en Dordogne. La villa est idéalement située pour rayonner sur un nombre important de sites majeurs de la préhistoire, mais aussi de nombreux châteaux, sans parler des activités inépuisables de loisirs aux alentours. La villa par elle-même est très confortable, extrêmement bien entretenue, très bien équipée, et les propriétaires sont d'une gentillesse et d'une prévenance infinies... Nous reviendrons avec plaisir lors d'un prochain voyage dans la région.
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Very comfortable & ideally located
We had an excellent holiday here. The owner’s welcome was warm and very useful. Throughout our stay, the owners were very willing and able to help us with any questions we had.
The location is perfect, the house is well equipped and the spa is a real treat. Unfortunately we couldn’t enjoy the swimming pool as the outside temperatures were a little too low for us to risk it (April time)! The surroundings are very calm with an enclosed garden which is ideal for the children.
The house is conveniently located, making visiting the surrounding area very easy. There are many sights worth visiting only 15 mins drive from the house. A little further is Lascaux, La Roque Saint Christophe, Les Eyzies etc (about 40mins).
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Magnificent
The region is magnificent and the house is within easy reach of many tourist attractions suitable for all age groups. The house is lacking of nothing! We were warmly greeted and enjoyed the facilities, especially the Jacuzzi, sauna and swimming pool.
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