06 64 92 24 60 
THE HOUSE (up to 6-8 people) all year long, short to long periods
In Autoire (Lot), listed as "one of the most beautiful villages of France" An independent wing of a very beautiful 17th-18th century manor. It can accommodate up to 8 people. 130 m2 completely restored with modern facilities. 2 fitted kitchens, 2 full bath rooms with shower and tub. Old fireplace, ceiling with decorated beams 3 levels : 3-4 sleeping areas, can accommodate 4-5 adults and 2-4 children. 2 convertible couches (1,40 wide) + 2 beds (0,80 wide) and 2 beds (0,90 wide). Garden level : sleeping area, old fireplace, kitchenette, full bathroom and separate WC. one flight up: large lounge with sleeping area, painted beam ceiling, fully-fitted kitchen, separate sink and WC area. Top level : 2 bedrooms + bathroom and W.C. Very nice big garden. Rent : 350 to 650 euros per week (electricity not included). Sheets and towels not supplied.
THE STUDIO (2 adults + 1 child)
JULY - AUGUST only (no heating)- One-room studio for a couple (+ a child)
- 40m2
- 17th century beautiful room and kitchenette
- Shower, WC, washing machine, dryer
- Private terrace.
- Cleaning service available
> 350 euros per week from July 15th to August 15th
> Other dates : 300 euros
: 06 64 92 24 60
: raissablankoff@radiofrance.comAutoire, Lot : One of the most beautiful villages in France
A beautifully preserved ancient Quercy village of character, with an 800 year history, seemingly undisturbed by the modern world. This immaculately preserved village rests in a small valley dominated by the imposing limestone cliffs which mark the edge of the Causse, the foothills of the Massif Central. Autoire is a typically Quercynois village where architecture and natural surroundings are in perfect harmony. Following the lanes surrounding the village allows one to discover a number of modest but beautiful country houses that have been carefully restored to preserve the traditional style. Pigeon lofts, exposed beams, frontages in corbelling, mullioned windows and steeply sloping roofs of brown tiles.
These splendid houses bear witness to an age when Autoire, residence of bourgeoisie and nobility was called "le petit Versailles". The village has preserved its authenticity and is little changed today from ancient times. Agriculture is still the mainstay of the village surrounded as it is by lush green meadows, rows of vines and orchards of “prunes Reines Claudes”.
A charming village, resting undisturbed by the passage of time, that encourages the visitor to return and sometimes, to remain.
Situated in the north of the Lot department, less than 8 km to the North-West of St Céré.
Other attractions in the area:
- The panorama of the cirque d’Autoire.
- Rocamadour.
- The Gouffre de Padirac.
Tourist Office: 0565 38 11 85
AUTOIRE ITINERARY
BY CAR : 5H40
From Paris : Leave Paris on the A6 highway toward Lyon and Bordeaux, then take the A10 highway towards Orleans, then the A71 toward Orleans, then the A20 toward Toulouse. By-pass Vierzon, Chateauroux, Limoges, Brive, Exit no. 52 right after Brive, immediately after the tunnel. Direction St. Céré, then Carennac, cross the Dordogne River, turn left toward St. Céré. After 10 kilometers, turn right for Autoire. After the cemetery, at the big iron cross (monument), take the left fork uphill, after two sharp turns there will be two signs (Le Ranquet + La Bernadie).
You will see a high iron gate. You have arrived.
You will see a high iron gate. You have arrived.
BY TRAIN :
Take the train for Toulouse - (Austerlitz station) Get off in Brive (4H).
From Brive take a local train to the BIARS station (about 40 min.)
BY PLANE :
Brive airport, then 45 min. by car.