Looking for a holiday cottage near Sarlat with a pool for your next holiday in the Dordogne?
Les Parmeries is located near Carlux, in the heart of the Périgord Noir, approximately 15 minutes from Sarlat-la-Canéda. Set above the Dordogne Valley, our private 14-acre estate provides a peaceful base from which to explore the medieval villages, historic castles, beautiful gardens and landscapes that make this part of France so special.
Les Parmeries has three characterful holiday cottages, each independently located and carefully restored, together with a heated outdoor swimming pool and extensive grounds.
Whether you are travelling as a couple, with family or with friends, you can book an individual cottage or reserve the entire estate for up to eight guests.
Sarlat is one of the most popular destinations in the Périgord Noir. Its beautifully preserved medieval centre, markets, restaurants and golden-stone buildings make it an essential part of any Dordogne holiday.
But staying directly in Sarlat is not the only option.
Choosing a holiday cottage near Sarlat allows you to enjoy the best of both worlds: easy access to the town and the region's major attractions, followed by the peace and space of the countryside at the end of the day.
From Les Parmeries, you are within easy reach of:
This makes Les Parmeries an excellent base for exploring the Périgord Noir and Dordogne Valley.
Les Parmeries offers three independent cottages, each with its own character.
Vine Cottage is our largest cottage and accommodates up to four guests.
It has two bedrooms with private ensuite bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, comfortable living space and a private terrace overlooking the estate.
It is particularly well suited to a family or two couples who want to enjoy a holiday together while still having their own space.
Oak Cottage is a one-bedroom cottage particularly suited to couples.
The bedroom has a king-size bed and private ensuite bathroom. The cottage also has its own private outdoor space and a pizza oven.
With its peaceful setting and convenient location near Sarlat and the Dordogne Valley, Oak Cottage makes an excellent base for a couple's holiday in the Périgord Noir.
River View Cottage is a one-bedroom cottage with a separate living area and private terrace offering views across the Dordogne Valley.
It is an ideal choice for a couple looking for a peaceful setting while remaining close to Sarlat, the medieval villages and the many attractions of the region.
For many visitors, a swimming pool is an important part of a Dordogne holiday.
Les Parmeries has a heated outdoor swimming pool surrounded by gardens and countryside, providing a relaxing place to spend time after a day of sightseeing.
After exploring Sarlat, visiting a medieval castle or spending the day canoeing on the Dordogne, you can return to Les Parmeries, take a swim and enjoy the peace and space of the estate.
When all three cottages are booked exclusively, the swimming pool and outdoor areas are for the sole use of your group.
The pool is open during the Les Parmeries swimming season. Opening dates may be affected by weather conditions and local regulations.
One of the main advantages of staying at Les Parmeries is its proximity to Sarlat.
You can easily spend a day exploring the old town, visiting the market, enjoying lunch in one of its restaurants or simply wandering through the medieval streets.
But Sarlat is only part of what makes this area special.
Carlux is also ideally positioned for exploring the Dordogne Valley and some of the most famous attractions in the Périgord Noir.
In a single day, you could visit Sarlat and the Jardins de Marqueyssac, canoe along the Dordogne before exploring Domme, or combine several of the region's famous castles.
Les Parmeries is an excellent base for discovering the main attractions of the Périgord Noir.
Explore Sarlat, Domme, La Roque-Gageac and Beynac-et-Cazenac, each with its own distinctive character, history and setting.
The area is famous for its castles. Among the most accessible from Les Parmeries are Fénelon, Castelnaud, Milandes and Beynac.
The Jardins de Cadiot, Jardins d'Eau de Carsac and Jardins de Marqueyssac offer three very different garden experiences, all within easy reach of Carlux.
A canoe trip is one of the best ways to experience the valley. From the river, you can see the limestone cliffs, medieval villages and castles from a completely different perspective.
The Périgord Noir is also famous for its food. Sarlat, Souillac and the surrounding villages have excellent markets where you can discover local produce, as well as plenty of restaurants and cafés.
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10 Best Things to Do Near Carlux | Dordogne Attractions
Les Parmeries is particularly well suited to couples looking for a romantic holiday cottage near Sarlat.
Oak Cottage and River View Cottage each offer one bedroom, a private ensuite bathroom and their own outdoor space.
During the day, you can explore Sarlat, visit a château or discover the villages of the Dordogne Valley. In the evening, return to the peace of the countryside and enjoy your terrace or the swimming pool.
It is an excellent way to experience the Périgord Noir without staying in the middle of a busy tourist town.
Les Parmeries also works particularly well for families and groups of friends.
The three cottages can be booked together for up to eight guests, with four bedrooms, four bathrooms and outdoor areas that allow everyone to spend time together while still having their own space.
Booking all three cottages is particularly convenient for families or groups who want to holiday together without sharing a single house.
When all three cottages are booked together, your group has exclusive use of the estate, including the swimming pool and outdoor areas.
Discover our Exclusive Use page for availability and booking information.
Sarlat is a wonderful place to visit, but staying a few kilometres outside the town offers a very different experience.
At Carlux, you are surrounded by the countryside of the Périgord Noir, with more space and tranquillity while remaining only a short drive from Sarlat.
Carlux is also ideally positioned for exploring the wider Dordogne Valley.
You therefore do not have to choose between being close to the attractions and enjoying peace and countryside. At Les Parmeries, you can have both.
Carlux is an excellent base for exploring the Périgord Noir.
The village is home to the remains of its medieval château and is close to the Dordogne River, beautiful gardens and many of the region's historic villages and attractions.
From Les Parmeries, you can easily plan days around walking, cycling, canoeing, local markets, castles or simply exploring the villages and countryside of the Dordogne.
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Carlux & the Dordogne Valley | Things to Do Near Les Parmeries
If you are looking for a holiday cottage near Sarlat with a pool, Les Parmeries offers a peaceful alternative to accommodation in the centre of Sarlat.
Our private 14-acre estate near Carlux, three characterful cottages and location in the heart of the Périgord Noir make Les Parmeries an ideal base for exploring the Dordogne.
Sarlat is approximately 15 minutes away, while medieval villages, castles, gardens and the Dordogne River are all within easy reach.
Discover our three cottages and find the accommodation that best suits your stay.
Three characterful holiday cottages near Sarlat, a heated swimming pool and 14 acres of countryside in the Dordogne Valley.
If you are looking for a peaceful place to stay in the Dordogne, away from the busiest tourist centres but close to the region's most famous villages, castles and attractions, Les Parmeries in Carlux offers a different kind of Dordogne holiday.
Set in 14 acres of private countryside overlooking the Dordogne Valley, Les Parmeries is home to three characterful holiday gîtes, surrounded by oak woodland, open countryside and beautiful views.
The location is one of the property's greatest advantages. Les Parmeries is close to the traditional village of Carlux, approximately 15 minutes from Sarlat-la-Canéda and around 12 minutes from Souillac, making it a convenient base for exploring the Périgord Noir and the Dordogne Valley.
Les Parmeries is not a large holiday complex or a busy resort.
It is a small, private countryside estate where guests can enjoy space, tranquillity and the freedom to explore the Dordogne at their own pace.
There are three individual gîtes, each with its own character and outdoor space. Guests can book a single cottage or, for families and groups of friends, the entire estate can be reserved for exclusive use for up to eight people.
The estate provides a natural setting for a relaxing Dordogne holiday, with a heated outdoor swimming pool, extensive grounds and views across the surrounding countryside.
Choosing where to stay in the Dordogne can make a significant difference to your holiday.
Sarlat is one of the region's most famous destinations, and it is an essential place to visit. But staying outside the town gives you the opportunity to experience a quieter side of the Dordogne.
Carlux offers that balance.
You can spend the morning exploring Sarlat, visit a château in the afternoon, canoe on the Dordogne or browse a local market, and then return to the countryside and the tranquillity of Les Parmeries.
Carlux itself is a traditional Périgord village with the remains of its medieval château and surrounding countryside that is well suited to walking and cycling. The village lies between Sarlat and Souillac, making it a practical base for discovering the wider region.
One of the things that makes Les Parmeries different is the amount of space.
The estate covers 14 acres, approximately 5.6 hectares, with countryside, oak woodland, gardens and views towards the Dordogne Valley.
There is room to slow down.
Have breakfast outside.
Read beneath a tree.
Take a swim.
Enjoy lunch on your terrace.
Walk around the estate.
Or simply sit and look across the valley.
A Dordogne holiday does not always need to be about fitting as many attractions as possible into every day.
Sometimes the best part is having somewhere beautiful and peaceful to return to.
Les Parmeries offers three independent holiday cottages, making it suitable for different types of Dordogne holidays.
A one-bedroom cottage designed for two people, Oak Cottage provides a comfortable base for couples wanting to explore Carlux, Sarlat and the Dordogne Valley.
River View Cottage is also designed for two people and enjoys views across the Dordogne Valley. It is particularly suited to couples looking for a peaceful countryside escape close to the region's attractions.
Vine Cottage provides two bedrooms and is suitable for up to four guests, making it a useful option for families or friends travelling together.
For larger groups, all three gîtes can be booked together.
For families or groups of friends looking for exclusive-use accommodation in the Dordogne, the three gîtes can be reserved together for up to eight guests.
Exclusive use provides your group with the three gîtes and the estate's outdoor facilities, including the swimming pool, grounds and pizza oven. The unusual Dog House bar area, created in the property's historic mini tower, is another feature available when the estate is booked exclusively.
It offers a very different experience from staying in a conventional hotel or holiday complex.
You have your own space, your own group and the freedom to enjoy the estate together.
Carlux sits in an exceptionally useful position for exploring the Périgord Noir.
From Les Parmeries, you can easily spend your days discovering some of the Dordogne's best-known places.
Around 15 minutes away, Sarlat is famous for its beautifully preserved medieval centre, golden stone buildings, markets and restaurants.
The river is central to the character of the region, with opportunities for canoeing, swimming, riverside walks and exploring the villages along its banks.
The hilltop bastide of Domme offers spectacular views across the Dordogne Valley and is one of the area's most distinctive historic villages.
Built beneath the cliffs beside the Dordogne River, La Roque-Gageac is one of the most recognisable villages in the region.
The castles of Beynac and Castelnaud provide an opportunity to explore the medieval history of the Dordogne while enjoying spectacular views across the valley.
The Château des Milandes combines history, gardens and the story of Josephine Baker and makes an excellent day out from Carlux.
The wider region is also home to some remarkable prehistoric caves and underground sites, including Lascaux and the Gouffre de Padirac.
The advantage of staying at Les Parmeries is that you can explore these places without having to change accommodation every night.
The countryside around Carlux is particularly attractive for people who enjoy being outdoors.
There are walking routes through the surrounding countryside, while the quieter roads and lanes of the Dordogne Valley are ideal for exploring by bicycle.
Les Parmeries also provides secure bicycle storage, making it particularly useful for guests bringing their own bikes on a cycling holiday in the Dordogne.
After a day of walking or cycling, you can return to the estate, enjoy a swim and relax in the countryside.
Perhaps the greatest attraction of Les Parmeries is that you do not have to spend your entire holiday sightseeing.
The location makes it easy to explore Sarlat, the Dordogne River, the castles and villages of the Périgord Noir.
But you can also stay at the estate.
Spend a morning beside the pool.
Have a long lunch.
Read in the shade.
Watch the changing light across the valley.
Enjoy an evening outside.
The current Les Parmeries website describes the property as a peaceful retreat where guests can combine exploring the Dordogne with time to relax and enjoy the countryside.
For anyone searching for gîtes in Carlux, holiday cottages in the Dordogne or a peaceful gîte near Sarlat, Les Parmeries combines several advantages in one location.
The beauty of staying at Les Parmeries is its combination of location and tranquillity.
You are close enough to Sarlat and the major attractions of the Périgord Noir to explore easily, while Carlux provides a quieter countryside setting in which to stay.
After a day discovering medieval villages, visiting castles, canoeing on the Dordogne, cycling through the countryside or exploring the region's markets and restaurants, you can return to the peace of your own gîte.
That is the experience Les Parmeries offers.
A peaceful place to stay in Carlux, a beautiful setting in the Dordogne Valley and an ideal base for discovering the Périgord Noir.
If you are planning a holiday in the Dordogne and are looking for gîte accommodation near Sarlat, a peaceful holiday cottage in Carlux, or somewhere to stay in the heart of the Périgord Noir, discover the three gîtes at Les Parmeries.
Explore the Dordogne by day, then return to 14 acres of countryside and enjoy the quieter side of southwest France.