Font d’Aubris

Crégols, near St Cirq Lapopie, Lot, South West France

Originally a farmhouse dating from the 17th Century, Font d’Aubris is a farmhouse of local standing. In a complex of farm buildings, life has passed quietly here for many years of its existence. The wealth at its height, such as it was, came from truffles, since the area is poor in agricultural terms and now as then supports an area of wild oak “bush” that runs over a huge local area. Located in the Lot department, it is perfect for families looking to enjoy a perfectly rural setting. With accommodation for up to 12 guests this spacious family home is surrounded by beautiful gardens, scenic woodland walks, and safe open spaces ideal for children to explore and play. It offers a range of family-friendly amenities including a large swimming pool, an amazing games barn and multiple outdoor dining areas, making it an ideal destination for family relaxation and fun. Whether unwinding by the lily pond, in the swimming pool or gathering for meals on the terrace Font d’Aubris provides a delightful setting for a memorable family holiday.

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Overview

Sleeps: 12 – 10 in the main house and 2 in the annexe

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

2 ensuite kingsize double bedrooms

1 kingsize double bedroom with its own bathroom on the ground floor

1 bedroom with 4 single beds with its own bathroom

1 additional kingsize double bedroom , separate from the house, accessed through the garden, with its own ensuite bathroom and kitchenette.

Rent per week

£5,250 per week. Saturday to Saturday.

Detailed breakdown of rent per week

Key features

Spacious accommodation and supremely well equipped house

Family-friendly games barn, with billiards, table tennis, volleyball, ideal for when the weather is too hot or wet

A heated and fenced swimming pool

Beautiful gardens with large lawns, sculptures and a choice of barbecue areas.

Air conditioning in some bedrooms (as specified below)

The House and Accommodation

Ground Floor:

The kitchen is accessed below the main stair entrance to the upper ground floor. It is large and open plan with a dining table seating 10 people, a sofa to one end and the kitchen area at the other end with an island. The kitchen has 4 gas hobs and electric hobs, an oven, a microwave a sink, an under the counter fridge and toaster. There is a coffee machine and a milk frother.

This is an extremely well-equipped kitchen with a huge variety of crockery and cookware as well as all the crockery and cutlery necessary for the number the house accommodates. There is a useful “arrière cuisine”  with storage of more crockery, two tables, two dishwashers and a large fridge freezer.

Upper Ground Floor:

The main entrance to the house is up old wide, wisteria clad stone steps. This opens into the main sitting room, with a log burner and a large TV, sofa and two armchairs. The staircase up to the first floor is here. Adjoining the sitting room is a sunroom. This is full glass with comfortable rattan seating for 6 people. The sunroom then opens onto a stone walled garden with wonderful views down the lawn and to sculptures.

There is then a library with a piano, an armchair and a sofa aswell as a CD player and a good selection of books. There is a staircase down to the kitchen in this room.

On this floor there is an additional sitting room with a table, sofa and another TV. There are a selection of board games here including chess, draughts, backgammon, some puzzles and more books. There is a cloakroom next to the additional sitting room.

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Bedroom 1 – Double bedroom with Ensuite Bathroom

On the first floor, double bedroom with kingsize double bed and an ensuite bathroom.

The ensuite bathroom has a walk-in shower, a bath, a bidet, a WC and a basin.

This bedroom has air-conditioning.

Bedroom 2 – Double bedroom with Ensuite Bathroom

On the first floor, this is a lovely bedroom with windows on two sides and a wood framed kingsize double bed. It has inbuilt cupboards.

The ensuite bathroom has a bath with a shower head, a WC, a basin and a bidet.

This bedroom has air-conditioning.

Children’s Bedroom: 4 single beds

On the first floor with two single beds and two bunk beds.

This room has the use of a separate bathroom with a shower, a loo and a basin.

This bedroom has air-conditioning.

Bedroom 4 – Double bedroom

On the ground floor, this bedroom is in the old bread oven of the house. It has a kingsize double bed and double French doors opening directly outside. There is hanging space.

This is bedroom uses the bathroom just off the utility room. It has a shower, a basin, and a WC.

Bedroom 5 – Annexe Bedroom

This is the bedroom accessed from the garden. This has an additional kingsize double bed. It has its own ensuite bathroom with a shower, a WC and a basin. It also has its own tea making facilities, a kitchen, microwave and under counter fridge. The table and chairs have views out over the garden.

The Games Barn

There is a magnificent traditional stone barn with a superb Mansard roof structure now converted into an enormous games room on its first floor measuring in total some 9m x 35 m. This is one of the most fantastic indoor games rooms we have seen, with a volley ball net, table tennis, pool, a mini pool table, table football, a skateboard, a scooter, darts and a basketball net. This is a great facility for children of all ages, great when the weather is too hot outside and also great when its raining.

Garden, Grounds, Terraces and Eating Areas

The formal entrance to the main house and its gardens is up three steps through a wrought iron fence and gate with stone pillars into the garden that immediately surrounds the house.

The main entrance to the house itself is from the eastern side where a gravel patio forms the natural area for dining and relaxing on this side. An old stone archway leads into the kitchen on the ground floor, the utility room through another door and a downstairs bedroom through another, all have outside entrances but are interconnected inside. There is a dining table and chairs with easy access to the kitchen.

Charming stone steps lead up to a covered terrace on the first floor and entrance through a more formal front door into the hallway / sitting room.

There is another dining table with chairs and a BBQ in close reach to the house.

A lawn area runs down to a delightful lily pond in the south eastern corner of the garden on this side. Beside this is a dining area. The views from this spot up to the house are beautiful.

There is an extensive lawn area with occasional ornamental trees and sculptures forming a wonderful vista whilst also also providing ample space for children to play and explore. Beyond this the land continues into its natural hinterland of oakwood scrub with a mosaic of pathways cut through it to provide easy and enjoyable digestif walks from the house.

Swimming Pool

The swimming pool, a short distance from the house (25m to the northwest) is the swimming pool. The pool measures 10m x 5m. The pool is 2m at the deep end. It has corner steps built into one corner.

The pool is capable of being heated and the filtration system is chlorine based. There is an open freshwater shower adjoining the pool and a secure perimeter fence surrounding the whole.

The pool is framed by paving / patio and on one long side to enable the use and enjoyment of sun loungers and a selection of reclining chairs under the shade of sun umbrellas.

On the grass area to the west end of the pool is a trampoline with safety sides/nets.

The pool is maintained , opened and closed on a daily basis by the Guardian.

Location

The closest bakery is in the village of Concots, it also has a bar and a good restaurants. The house is not far from the village of Saint-Cirq-Lapopie, a medieval village perched above the Lot, famous for its stunning views and historical architecture, and also Figeac which is a vibrant town with its historic streets, shops, and markets. It is close to the Causses du Quercy Regional Natural Park and the Lot Valley, characterised by limestone plateaus, valleys, and diverse wildlife, ideal for hiking, cycling, and exploring nature, canoeing and fishing.

How to get there

Airports

Rodez-Marcillac Airport – 50 miles / 1 hour 15 minutes by car

Toulouse Airport – 70 miles / 1 hour 30 minutes by car

Brive-Souillac Airport – 70 miles / 1 hour 20 minutes by car

TGV

Figeac TGV Station – 30 miles / 50 minutes by car

Cahors TGV Station – 20 miles / 30 minutes by car

Toulouse Station – 75 miles / 1 hour 30 minutes by car

 

Things to see and do nearby

Closest Village - Concots

The closest village is Concots. It has a bakery, a bar and a good restaurant.

Limougne and Cajarc

These are also very close, with markets.

Local Markets

Sunday: Limogne and Concots (Limogne is much bigger)

Monday: Caussade (about 40 minutes and a lovely large market)

Tuesday: in August at Tour de Faure (a small market)

Wednesday: Cahors (large about 30 minutes and a town to visit)

Thursday: Villefranche. 35 minutes and a good supermarket shop as well as a lovely market especially the small producers in the old square by the cathedral

Saturday: Cahors (morning) and Cajarc (afternoon) (30 minutes) and Lalbenque ( 20 minutes) which is in the afternoon. Figeac market which is an hour away is in the morning

Walking and hiking

Causses du Quercy Regional Natural Park: Explore the limestone plateaus and dramatic gorges, with a network of hiking trails. We recommend visiting the Tourist Office for up to date maps of where to walk.

Chemin de Halage (Towing Path): A beautiful riverside walk along the Lot River, carved into limestone cliffs, offering stunning views and opportunities to see local wildlife.

A slightly longer two hour walk for instance starts at Marcilhac-sur-Cele and follows the valley ridge. For the more intrepid walkers you can pick up the well-trodden, ancient pilgrim routes to Santiago de Compostela in north west Spain.

Cycling

The quiet rural roads are perfect for exploring the countryside, local villages, and scenic landscapes by bike. The region offers gentle routes for families and more challenging terrain for experienced cyclists. There are some bikes at the property already, but you may wish to hire more, or hire closer to where you are planning on cycling.

Cycle Paths Along the Lot River: Scenic bike rides with views of cliffs, forests, and charming villages along the water.

Saint-Cirq-Lapopie

Saint-Cirq-Lapopie: A must-visit, this medieval village is perched on a cliff above the Lot River. Wander its narrow streets, explore artisan shops, and enjoy breathtaking views up and down the river.

Cahors

Cahors: A larger town nearby, home to the famous Pont Valentré, a 14th-century fortified bridge and with excellent markets for local produce and crafts.

Kayaking

Kayaking is a very popular activity on the Célé river or the Lot river.

Figeac

Figeac: A beautiful town with medieval architecture and the Champollion Museum, celebrating the deciphering of Egyptian hieroglyphs.

Flora and Fauna

This is a splendid region for wild flowers and wild life in general – red squirrels, deer, butterflies and nightingales to name just a few.  Keep an ear out for the Scops Owls at night with their distinctive quiet call.

A UNESCO Global Geopark, this area is rich in diverse flora and fauna, including wild orchids, oak forests, and limestone formations. Look out for deer, wild boar, and a wide variety of bird species.

Wild Orchids and Oakwoods: Surrounding Font d’Aubris, the oak scrublands and meadows are home to unique wildflowers and wildlife. Spring and summer bring an explosion of colours and scents.

Caves and Pre-historic paintings

Cabrerets (25 mins drive) is said to have some of the country’s finest pre-historic painted caves that are still open to the public in the Grotte du Pech Merle.

Link here: https://www.pechmerle.com/ 

Horse riding

There is a local riding stables and Donkey centre.

Eating Out

There is a selection of restaurants in the housebook.

Golf

There is a charming 9-holes golf course at St Céré with a superb restaurant.

Link here: https://www.golf-montal.fr/

Here are some other alternatives:

Montaubin

Vielle Toulouse

Roucous

Souhillac

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    Additional information

    Arrival welcome and departure: Tenants will be met on arrival and shown how everything works, both inside and out. Arrival time is after 5pm on Saturday and departure time is by 10am on Saturday.

    Wifi, Broadband and mobile signal: There is WiFi internet access throughout the house. It is high speed fibre internet. 

    House Information Folder: The House Manual kept at Font d’Aubris gives further detail on all of the information mentioned on this website.

    Additional entertainment: There are a number of English language books and family board games (including chess, draughts, backgammon and puzzles) for the use and enjoyment of guests. There is a trampoline, table football, volleyball and badminton net, pool table, basketball hoop and darts.

    Music and TV: There are two TV’s.

    Services included: The pool is maintained , opened and closed on a daily basis by the Guardian.

    Optional / additional services available: Any additional hours of housework should be agreed by prior arrangement and paid direct by guests. Provided sufficient notice is given, a part time cook can be found. His/her wage will be the guest’s responsibility, and can be ascertained in advance should guests wish.

    Utilities: There is a very useful utility room with a washing machine and a tumble dyer. There are two dishwashers. There is an iron and ironing board.

    Air conditioning and heating: There is air-conditioning in all the first floor bedrooms.

    Car Parking: There is plenty of parking on the property close to the house.

    Pool Safety: Children must be supervised at all times. The pool is fully fenced. The pool is maintained , opened and closed on a daily basis by the Guardian.

    Guardians: The guardians live in a separate cottage near to the main house. You will be largely unaware of their presence, but they will carry out essential pool and garden maintenance.

    Rents

    2026
    2026 Rents Weekly rate
    July £5,250
    August £5,250
    September £5,250
    Other months On Request
    Terms and Conditions

    The Booking Process: A deposit of 25% of the rent will be payable to Anglo French Properties Ltd on signing the Rental Agreement, with the 75% balance to be paid 8 weeks prior to the commencement of the tenancy.

    Security Deposit: A Booking and Security Deposit will also be payable to Anglo French Properties Ltd on signing this Rental Agreement. This will secure the booking and will cover (a) the cost of replacing/making good any losses, breakages and/or damages incurred during the rental and (b) any exceptional cleaning work which may be required at the end of the tenancy. It will be refunded (less any deductions as outlined above) within 4 weeks of the conclusion of the tenancy. Tenants should advise Anglo French Properties Ltd at the end of each rental of any breakages, losses and/or damages. This is in lieu of an inventory.

    Minimum stay: Unless otherwise agreed, all rentals will be for a minimum of one week and will begin and end on a Saturday.

    Arrival Time & Departure times: Tenants should arrive as soon as possible after 5pm on the commencement day. They will be welcomed on arrival, given a tour of the property and shown how everything works. Tenants should leave by 10am on the agreed day of departure.

    Number of People: Unless otherwise agreed, there should not be more than 12 people staying at the property.

    Security: The owners’ insurance policy requires that all doors are locked, and that all windows and shutters are closed when tenants are away from the property.

    Energy costs are included: The energy costs are included in the rental price.

    Heating costs are included: The heating costs are included in the rental price.

    Water costs are included: Water costs are included in the rental price.

    Linen and towels: Bed linen, bath and pool towels are provided free of charge and will be changed on a weekly basis

    Smoking allowed: No smoking allowed inside the property. Caution should be taken when smoking outside during the summer months as the risk of fire can be extremely high.

    Internet access: Included in the rental price.

    Optional / additional services available: any additional services, if available, (eg extra cleaning or cooking) will be agreed in advance at a pre-agreed rate per hour. These costs will be the sole responsibility of the tenant.

    Insurance: It is compulsory that all guests have comprehensive travel insurance including personal liability cover which can adequately cover major damage to a rented holiday property caused by you or your party.

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