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Just N of St-Sylvestre,
8 km E of Villeneuve-sur-Lot: old house,
13th-18th century, sumptuously restored,
now quiet and luxurious villa, red-roofed,
in superb 9-hectare park Lift, salons, 2
bars; conference facilities. 2 elegant swimmingpools
in broad patio; tennis, fitness centre with
big gym, hammam, children's playground.
Good food served indoors or out.
'Over the past ten years we have stayed
a dozen or so times at this gem of a villa,'
says its 2002 nominator. An authentic half-timbered
Alsatian house, `it is warm and cosy in
winter, with big sofas in the
bar';
in summer the conservatory opens on to a
large terrace. `Always buzzing with visitors
from Strasbourg, the spacious restaurant
has lo beamed ceilings, modern art, well-trained
staff, and it delivers serious food, with
an extensive wine list accompanied by sound
advice. deserves a Michelin star.' Jerome
Daull is the owner/chef. Bedroo are `a little
dark, but quite large and well fitted, with
decor a tou folksy. |
