4-Bed Farmhouse Near Rocamadour with Pool & Valley Views – Vacation Home in Lot



Midi-Pyrénées, Lot, Rocamadour, France, Rocamadour (France)
4 Bedrooms · 2 Bathrooms · 125m² Floor area
€336,000
House
No parking
4 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
125m²
No garden
Pool
Not furnished
Description
Picture yourself waking to morning mist rising from the valley floor, coffee in hand on your sun-warmed terrace as medieval Rocamadour emerges from the dawn light just minutes away. This 125m² farmhouse in the peaceful Lot countryside offers everything international buyers seek in a French vacation home: authentic rural character, modern comfort, and a setting that captures the soul of southwestern France. With dual living spaces, a private pool overlooking endless valley views, and proximity to one of France's most visited pilgrimage sites, this property transforms every visit into an immersive French experience.
The farmhouse sits in a tranquil hamlet where time moves at the pace of rural France. The ground floor welcomes you with a generous living room anchored by an inglenook fireplace fitted with a Polyflam heating system, creating atmospheric warmth on cooler spring and autumn evenings. The fitted kitchen opens naturally to living spaces, perfect for preparing market-fresh ingredients from Rocamadour's weekly markets. Two ground-floor bedrooms provide flexible accommodation, complemented by a modern shower room and separate toilet. A 15m² lean-to houses the heat pump and laundry facilities, ensuring practical comfort for extended stays.
Upstairs, the layout reveals thoughtful renovation with a second kitchen area and two spacious bedrooms that capture morning light and valley breezes. This dual-kitchen configuration offers remarkable flexibility: accommodate extended family, create separate rental units, or establish independent living quarters for guests. The upstairs bathroom and additional toilet ensure comfort when hosting multiple families or rental guests during peak season.
The true jewel sits outside: a 7x4m swimming pool installed recently, positioned to maximize the superb valley views that stretch across classic Lot countryside. The dedicated pool terrace becomes your private retreat for lazy afternoons, sunset aperitifs, and star-filled evenings far from urban light pollution. The 3,000m² plot extends fully buildable, offering exceptional opportunities for expansion, additional structures, or simply maintaining generous private grounds. A natural spring and water tank provide independent water sources, reducing running costs and ensuring self-sufficiency that appeals to eco-conscious owners.
Rocamadour transforms your vacation home into a cultural gateway. This vertical medieval village, clinging impossibly to limestone cliffs, draws millions annually to its sacred shrines, ancient chapels, and dramatic setting. Yet living nearby means experiencing Rocamadour beyond the tour groups: evening walks when pilgrims depart, market mornings in surrounding villages, and the profound beauty of this UNESCO World Heritage site across changing seasons. The Lot département wraps around you with gentle river valleys, dramatic causses plateaux, and villages where honey-colored stone houses cluster around Romanesque churches.
The Dordogne River Valley stretches within easy reach, offering kayaking beneath towering cliffs, swimming in clear waters, and exploring riverside towns where outdoor cafés spill onto medieval squares. Summer brings intense blue skies and temperatures perfect for pool days, evening dining outdoors, and exploring before morning heat. Autumn transforms forests into copper and gold tapestries, brings mushroom foraging season, and delivers truffle markets where locals gather. Spring carpets meadows with wildflowers and fills markets with fresh produce, while winter offers cozy fireplace evenings and accessing cultural sites without summer crowds.
The Lot region excels at preserving authentic French rural life while welcoming international residents. Local markets burst with regional specialties: Rocamadour goat cheese with its distinctive nutty flavor, Cahors wine from ancient Malbec vines, walnuts and walnut oil, foie gras, and truffles during winter months. Villages within 20 minutes host weekly markets where farmers sell directly, bakers offer morning-fresh bread, and conversations flow easily once locals recognize returning faces. Restaurants range from Michelin-starred establishments showcasing regional cuisine to family-run auberges serving cassoulet, confit de canard, and cabécou cheese in settings unchanged for generations.
Outdoor enthusiasts find endless terrain: hiking the GR6 and GR46 trails that cross the Lot, cycling quiet country roads through rolling landscapes, rock climbing on limestone cliffs, horseback riding through forests, and exploring underground marvels at Padirac Chasm just 10km away. The Lot River itself offers canoeing, fishing, and swimming spots locals guard jealously but share with residents. Golf courses dot the region, tennis courts serve most villages, and the combination of outdoor access and cultural depth creates vacation experiences that deepen with each visit.
Accessibility matters for vacation home owners, and this property delivers. Brive-la-Gaillarde station connects to Paris in 4 hours via high-speed rail, making weekend escapes viable. Regional airports at Bergerac, Limoges, and Toulouse serve international routes, with Toulouse-Blagnac offering the widest connections just 90 minutes south. The A20 motorway provides direct routes north toward Paris or south to Toulouse and Mediterranean access. This connectivity transforms the property from remote hideaway to accessible second home, whether flying in for extended summers or driving down for long weekends year-round.
The dual-kitchen layout presents compelling rental opportunities. The Lot département attracts steady holiday traffic seeking authentic France beyond coastal crowds. Properties offering pool access, rural tranquility, and proximity to major attractions like Rocamadour command premium weekly rates during July-August peak season and maintain solid shoulder-season bookings. The ability to configure spaces independently allows owner use while generating rental income, or separating the property into two rental units that maximize occupancy across varied group sizes. Many international owners offset ownership costs through managed rentals during periods they cannot occupy.
Move-in ready condition means immediate enjoyment without major renovation investments. The recent pool installation, functional heat pump system, dual bathrooms, and completed living spaces allow you to focus on furnishing and personalizing rather than construction projects. The Polyflam fireplace system provides efficient heating while maintaining the atmospheric charm of traditional inglenook design. Double glazing, modern plumbing, and electrical systems updated during renovation ensure contemporary comfort within rural character.
Key Features:
• 125m² farmhouse with 4 bedrooms across 2 independent levels
• Recent 7x4m swimming pool with dedicated terrace and valley views
• Ground floor: living room with inglenook fireplace, fitted kitchen, 2 bedrooms, shower room
• Upper floor: kitchen area, 2 large bedrooms, bathroom, separate toilet
• 15m² lean-to housing heat pump and laundry facilities
• 3,000m² fully buildable plot offering expansion potential
• Natural spring and water tank for independent water supply
• Located in peaceful hamlet minutes from Rocamadour
• Dual-kitchen configuration enables flexible family use or rental income
• Heat pump system with Polyflam fireplace for efficient heating
• Move-in ready condition requiring no immediate renovation
• Easy access to Brive TGV station, regional airports, A20 motorway
• Prime location in UNESCO World Heritage area of Lot Valley
French property ownership for non-EU buyers remains straightforward, with no restrictions on purchasing vacation homes. Many international owners establish French bank accounts for utility payments and property charges, while cross-border banking increasingly simplifies transactions. Local notaires guide purchases through the straightforward French conveyancing process, typically completing within 8-12 weeks. Annual property taxes in rural Lot remain modest compared to urban areas, while vacation home insurance costs reflect the low-crime, low-risk nature of these peaceful communities.
This farmhouse represents more than property acquisition; it offers membership in a community where international residents enrich village life while preserving its essential character. Local mayors welcome newcomers who engage respectfully, learn basic French, and participate in community life. Your presence supports local businesses, preserves rural architecture through renovation, and connects you to timeless rhythms of French countryside living that urbanization hasn't erased.
The Lot département continues attracting discerning international buyers who recognize its combination of accessibility, authenticity, and appreciation potential. Properties offering pool facilities, buildable land, and proximity to major attractions like Rocamadour maintain strong market positions. The dual-living configuration particularly appeals to buyers seeking rental income potential or multi-generational vacation use, expanding your potential buyer pool should you eventually sell.
Contact Homestra today to arrange your private viewing of this exceptional Rocamadour vacation home. Experience firsthand how valley views, rural tranquility, and authentic French character combine to create the second home you'll count days until visiting. Whether seeking family gathering spaces, romantic retreats, or investment properties in France's cultural heartland, this farmhouse delivers the complete package. Your French country escape awaits in the medieval landscape of Rocamadour, where every stay reconnects you to what matters most.
Details
- Amount of bedrooms
- 4
- Size
- 125m²
- Price per m²
- €2,688
- Garden size
- 3000m²
- Has Garden
- No
- Has Parking
- No
- Has Basement
- No
- Condition
- good
- Amount of Bathrooms
- 2
- Has swimming pool
- Yes
- Property type
- House
- Energy label
Unknown
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