La Maison Martelaise

La Maison Martelaise is a beautiful single-level villa in
the heart of the famous picturesque medieval market town of Martel, in the
Dordogne Valley, one of France's prestigious and most prized PLUS BEAUX
VILLAGES DE FRANCE.

Perfect for relaxed, sun-soaked holidays with family and
friends, this stylish and welcoming retreat in the heart of beautiful Martel
blends comfort, charm and a touch of luxury in an exceptional location.
Sleeping up to 8 guests across four beautiful bedrooms, you'll find 3 double
bedrooms with brand new firm KINGSIZE BEDS and in the 4th bedroom (which
doubles as a 2nd sitting room with Smart TV) a firm brand new IKEA full size
double sofa bed, (made up only if booked for 8).

The villa is designed for seamless indoor/outdoor living and
memorable days together. Unwind in the huge brand-new 8–10 person Jacuzzi, set
in a large sunny deck, enjoy long afternoons in the large sunny fully fenced
garden, and stroll just 5 minutes into Martel's enchanting medieval centre for
morning coffee, leisurely lunches, evening drinks, artisan ice cream and
browsing its elegant shops, cafés, bars and restaurants. From lazy days at the
villa to discovering the timeless beauty of the Dordogne, La Maison Martelaise
offers the perfect setting for a truly special French escape.

HOOGTEPUNTEN

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Brand-new Jacuzzi (8–10 people) on the sun deck

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Prime central location: 5-minute walk to
Martel's medieval centre

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Single-level layout (may suit guests with
reduced mobility)

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Fully fenced, child- and dog-secure garden with
lawn and outdoor lounging

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Three king sized bedrooms with crisp cotton
linens and plush bedding

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4th bedroom doubling as a 2nd sitting room with
brand new firm IKEA double sofa bed (NB prepared only if 7/8 guests are booked)

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2 full bathrooms + 2 separate WCs

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Pet friendly (up to 2 well-behaved medium
dogs/cats)

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Excellent base for the Dordogne Valley,
Rocamadour, Padirac and more

DE RUIMTE:

Light-filled and tastefully styled for a touch of
luxury, La Maison Martelaise offers
generous proportions, soft ambient lighting, and seamless indoor–outdoor
living. The main lounge/dining room opens through double doors to the sunny
Veranda with sofas and Sound System, straight out to the huge sun deck with the
wonderful new wood burning JACUZZI, and to the large garden—ideal for long
lunches, sunset apéritifs and evenings in the Jacuzzi.

LOCATIE: IN
THE HEART OF THE FAMOUS PICTURESQUE MEDIEVAL TOWN OF MARTEL IN THE DORDOGNE
VALLEY IN THE LOT REGION, OCCITANIE:

Set right in Martel, you're perfectly placed for morning
croissants, market days and leisurely dinners in the medieval square. Expect an
authentic town atmosphere—at peak times you may hear some light traffic noise,
a natural trade-off for being steps from the action.

THIS WONDERFUL VILLA IS PERFECTLY PLACED FOR ICONIC TOURIST
DESTINATIONS ACROSS THE LOT, CORREZE & DORDOGNE VALLEY, THAT IS IF YOU CAN
TEAR YOURSELF AWAY FROM THIS STUNNING VILLA & THE FABULOUS JACUZZI

MARTEL IN EEN NOTENDOP:

Ancient Cobbled lanes, honey-stone façades, wonderful shops
and a lively café culture—Martel is famously celebrated for its Truffles,
Périgord Walnuts & Lavender, with wonderful stylish shops, boutiques,
restaurants and cafes, artisan Ice Cream boutique & Café, a coffee Roastery
& Café selling freshly roasted coffee beans, or ground coffee, fresh spices
and herbs and tea infusions. A truly
memorable and beautiful medieval market town with a twice weekly market to buy
all your fresh produce, the best in the wider area which draws many locals from
wider afield & many tourists.

SLAPEN:

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Bedroom 1: King bed (new, firm mattress)

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Bedroom 2: King bed (new, firm mattress)

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Bedroom 3: King bed (new, firm mattress)

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Optional 4th sleeping space: 2nd sitting room with a new, firm double sofa bed + Smart TV (prepared only when 7–8 guests
are booked).

STIJL, LUXE, COMFORT:

Enjoy hotel-style comfort with crisp white cotton sheets,
French quilts and indulgently soft pillows. The villa includes two full
bathrooms& two separate toilets—ideal for families and groups.

KEUKEN & ETEN:

The spacious kitchen-diner is beautifully equipped for
everything from relaxed breakfasts to special dinners: integrated
oven/microwave, dishwasher, hob, large fridge-freezer, and all the essentials.
Coffee lovers are especially spoiled with filter, & bean-to-cup machines
(you can buy freshly roasted beans at the Coffee Boutique).

WOONRUIMTEN:

The main séjour is generous & inviting, furnished with
large, comfortable sofas and designed for easy togetherness. A second sitting
room offers a peaceful retreat, with Smart TV which doubles as a 4th double
bedroom with a brand new IKEA full size double sofa bed.

BUITEN

Step out to a sunny deck with the brand new wood-burning
8-10 person jacuzzi/spa, outdoor dining, parasol and relaxed seating, sunbeds,
a large enclosed garden that's wonderfully safe for children and pets, fully
fenced all round. The centrepiece is the brand-new wood burning Jacuzzi—perfect
after a day exploring the Dordogne Valley.

MARKTEN & MARTEL LEVEN:

Martel's covered market hall (Les Halles) hosts a wonderful
twice-weekly market (Wednesday & Saturday) year-round, with seasonal
produce and local artisan finds—surrounded by cafés and terraces made for
people-watching. It attracts hundreds of locals, those from further afield and
visitors alike.

LOCATIE:

A superb location, just a short 5 minute stroll into all the
buzz of this lively, bustling medieval centre.
Also just a few minutes walk to a beautiful park, perfect for those
early morning dog walks, then walk a further 5 minutes from the Park into the
town centre for your morning croissant, or stop off at one of the superb cafes
for coffee.

Set right in Martel, you're perfectly placed for morning
croissants, market days and leisurely dinners in the medieval square. Expect an
authentic town atmosphere—at peak times you may hear some light traffic noise,
a natural trade-off for being steps from the action.

Or wander on down to LE TRUFFADOU STEAM TRAIN (Train à
Vapeur de Martel) for a scenic ride
through dramatic landscapes (open April–November; booking recommended), also
just a 5/6 minute walk away, with a superb cafe & boutique, where you can
enjoy a coffee, glass of wine or light lunch before or after your train
trip. A trip not to be missed!

The famous REPTILAND is a favourite for families & just
a short walk or a 3 minute drive, a truly fascinating visit and its terrace
gives a unique view of Martel. (You can
see the colourful Reptiland Flags over to the left from the sun deck)

Reptiland became a unique exhibition in Europe and one of a
kind in the 1990's and is still as popular now as it was when it started. A
collection of reptiles, a smiling happy team - the passion of a lifetime. Air
conditioned.

RIVIEREN & ZWEMMEN:

You're just a short drive (5/6 minutes) from the clean &
sparkling River Dordogne, with river beaches, swimming, watersports, cafés and
canoe hire. The kids have a separated safe area to paddle or swim and dogs are
welcome too. In summer there is a life guard on duty. For a change of scene, the Lac du Causse
(near Brive-la-Gaillarde) offers sandy shores and more watersports and a great
café. Just a 20 minute drive.

TOERISTISCHE BESTEMMINGEN IN DE BUURT:

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ROCAMADOUR, GOUFFRE DE PADIRAC, COLLONGUES LA
ROUGE, TURENNE, BRIVE LES GAILLARD, CASTLENAUD, COLLONGUES LA ROUGE, SARLAT LE
CANEDA, AUTOIRE, LA ROQUE LE GAGEAC plus
many many more including

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Rocamadour Adventure Park with zip lines

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Terra Aventura geocaching/treasure hunts

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Quercyland – the famous huge water park
(Souillac)

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Le Parc du Bournat theme park experience

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La Roque-Gageac: riverside village for boat
cruises and memorable lunches by the water

MARTEL OVERDAG EN 'S AVONDS:

Between Romanesque details, a famous skyline with it's seven
historic medieval towers, ancient cobbled lanes and the striking Palais
Raimondi, Martel is rich in history & heritage & lively year round. In
summer, the square comes alive with music and evening events

ETEN & DRINKEN:

From relaxed cafés to elegant dinners, Martel is a joy for
food lovers. Don't miss the artisan Lavender Boutique & Cafe at LA
LAVAND'HIER where you can sit in their beautiful outdoor café overlooking a
park tasting their delicious artisan made ice cream flavours - try the lavender
ice-cream or a glass of wine or beer including Lavender Beer. Pick up your freshly roasted coffee beans (or
have them ground to your taste) at the local coffee roastery BRULERIE GROUPIL
and sit having a taster coffee before you buy.

GESCHIKT VOOR GEZINNEN:

You'll find parks, playgrounds and open spaces within a
short walk, plus plenty of easy, memorable outings nearby—river beaches,
canoeing, water parks, stunning and spectacular gardens, medieval villages and
towns perched on top of gorges and many, many other family attractions.

HUISDIERENBELEID:

We're delighted to welcome up to 2 well-behaved medium size
over 8 months old - at just £50 (far cheaper than the dog sitter!). The garden
is fully fenced & enclosed for peace of mind but we do insist you pick up
dog refuse always. Don't forget to bring dog towels to dry your furry family
off before you come in, after they've had a swim in the River Dordogne with the
rest of the family.

DE DORDOGNE VALLEI - PRACHTIG GEDAAN:

Spend the day exploring the sights and sounds of the Lot,
the Dordogne Valley & Correze regions, visiting stunning towns and villages
perched on top of gorges, vineyards,
waterparks zip wire parks, steam trains
and museums, then return to your private sun filled garden for an unhurried
chilled apéritif or a glass of local wine and a long soak under the stars in
the jacuzzi. With Martel on your doorstep and the Dordogne, Correze next door,
La Maison Martelaise is an effortlessly elegant base for a truly memorable
stay.