Le Four

French Cottage Retreats Ltd. trading as French Cottage Holidays has been trading for over 20 years. We currently only manage 7 properties all in the same area around Entraygues-sur-Truyère having reduced our portfolio owing to the events of the last year and a change of management. We pride ourselves on high standards and personal service.

Le Four is a traditional detached stone cottage nestling peacefully overlooking the River Lot in a particularly interesting section of this stunning valley. This gorgeous cottage accommodates 4 people is very charming and comfortable, has a private pool and access to the river where visitors can relax and bathe in the river. *Please note the pool will normally be opened from the end of May until end of October. Please check when booking. Conques, one of the most magical villages in France, is just 12 miles away. This house has the X factor and is always the most popular of our properties all year round. We recommend early booking to secure your preferred time. The swimming pool has been built into the rocks in a very sunny sheltered location. Sun loungers are provided. In May and June watch for the local Lot Valley Moth, Saturnia pyri. It has up to a 6″ wingspan, is green in colour and notably found in the area around Vieillevie and Entraygues. Below the cottage there is access to the river Lot, so visitors can enjoy river swimming, fishing (we can help with licences) or pure relaxation while kingfishers and herons fish and red kites and eagles circle the sky.

Le Four is in a small quiet hamlet by the river Lot near the small village of Vieillevie which is within 20 minutes walking distance. Vieillevie has a riverside restaurant, charming chateau and local store that sells basic supplies, fresh bread and croissants daily and serves as an Internet cafe. The nearest towns are Entraygues-sur-Truyère (18km) and Montsalvy (15km) and have the usual range of shops and services required plus weekly markets. The large towns of Aurillac and Rodez are about an hours drive and both offer extensive shopping, culture, restaurants and activities to suit all tastes.