This charming 17th century cottage is a peaceful retreat in a picturesque and medieval hilltop fortified setting. Turenne is perfectly preserved and is officially listed as both "one of the most beautiful villages in France" and as a "classified village"; it has a small supermarket, a café, a crêperie and two restaurants. There are tennis courts and Tuesday and Friday markets in Meyssac (10km).

Brive-la-Gaillarde (15km) is an attractive picturesque town with an old quarter dating back to the 12th century, a market on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, and all shops and services. The stunning village of Collonges-la-Rouge is just 8km away, the "city of little castles", built entirely in red sandstone. The beautiful clifftop village of Rocamadour (33km), the extraordinary Gouffre de Padirac (19km) and the prehistoric park at Lacave (33km) are well worth visiting.

Canoes and kayaks are available for rental in the village of Gluges (22km) and at Beaulieu-sur-Dordogne (29km) for trips on the Dordogne River. Horse riding is possible at Chauffour-sur-Vell (12km) and at La Chapelle-aux-Brocs (17km). Swimming, fishing and pedaloes are available at the Lac du Causse (16km). Fishing is possible in the Etang de Turenne at the bottom of the village. There are 9 and 18 hole golf courses 22km away as well as an 18 hole course at Brive.

The house is set at the foot of the ruined château and its ramparts which can be visited, and boasts truly magnificent and spectacular views of rolling countryside. Access to the spacious garden is at the side of the house via the front terrace. Only the inhabitants of the village can take their cars up to the village, including clients staying at the property. There is parking just outside the house.

The interior has been renovated to a high standard with a tasteful mixture of rustic and modern furniture. The open plan ground floor with beamed ceiling and wood flooring, consists of a well-equipped kitchen, a living/dining area (with double sofabed), and a shower room with a wc. The double bedroom is situated on the first floor and has air-conditioning.

Occupancy is limited to two persons.