Susan Buchanan and Stephen White’s
BOUTIQUE STYLE LES CORDELIERS
En 1940, la grotte de Lascaux est « découverte » par quatre jeunes Périgourdins de Montignac. Les 4 jeunes garçons décidèrent d’explorer la colline et agrandirent la cavité qu’ils trouvèrent pour se glisser dans la grotte…
Ils ont été les premiers à découvrir les peintures rupestres qui sont aujourd’hui mondialement connues et comptent parmi les plus anciennes œuvres d’art de l’homme et les plus belles de toutes les grottes peintes préhistoriques.
Lascaux a été ouvert au public jusqu’en 1963 ; Cependant, avec jusqu’à 1500 visiteurs par jour, le dioxyde de carbone de la respiration humaine a commencé à endommager les peintures préhistoriques.
En sortant de la grotte en 1940, Pablo Picasso aurait dit : « Nous n’avons rien inventé !
Aujourd’hui, la grotte originelle de Lascaux est fermée et est sous haute surveillance afin de préserver ce site inscrit au patrimoine mondial de l’UNESCO.
Cependant, vous pouvez visiter la réplique du système de grottes de Lascaux IV. La réservation en ligne est fortement recommandée (surtout en été). Lascaux IV (remplaçant les premiers musées Lascaux II et III) a été inauguré en décembre 2016. Lascaux IV est une réplique exacte du site original de Lascaux et a été conçu pour évoquer le sens des abris sous roche préhistoriques pour lesquels la Dordogne est célèbre.
Un grand soin a été pris pour imiter la grotte d’origine, jusqu’aux changements de température, aux odeurs humides de la grotte, aux changements de pression atmosphérique et aux sons intérieurs de la grotte.
Les Jardins du Manoir d’Eyrignac, Monuments Historiques depuis 1986, sont parmi les Plus Beaux Jardins du Périgord, une parenthèse enchantée à quelques kilomètres de Sarlat.
Le Périgord est synonyme de châteaux. On dit qu’il y a 1001 châteaux dans le Périgord. Perchés sur des éperons rocheux, les châteaux du Périgord sont des trésors du patrimoine régional, autant que les nombreux jardins à découvrir.
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Impossible d’explorer la Vallée de la Dordogne sans visiter Rocamadour. Le site emblématique du Lot, vertical et majestueux, couronné de son château, se déploie en plusieurs étages, agrippés à la falaise qui sépare le ruisseau de l’Alzou du causse de Gramat.
Aucune partie de la France n’est aussi passionnée par son patrimoine culinaire que Sarlat. La gastronomie y occupe une place prépondérante dans la vie des habitants. Cette extraordinaire culture du goût et du terroir donne aux festins d’ici une âme unique. Soyez sûrs de vivre des expériences gastronomiques inoubliables.
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Optez pour une journée complète ou une demi-journée d’activités nautiques variées sur la Dordogne ou la Vézère. En canoë, kayak ou paddle, faites une halte sur une des petites plages qui parsèment la rives pour pique-niquer, nager, lire, pagayer.
Strian11/07/2025vérifié Fantastic place in brilliant location. We have stayed here three times over the last 10+ years and it is as good as ever. This small boutique hotel is a grand old Sarlois mansion in beautiful condition. Our bedroom on the first floor was huge, elegant and beautifully furnished. The location overlooking a small square at the top of the Main Street in Sarlat is unbeatable. You are right in the heart of the old town in a 3-4 minute walk. The new hosts, Susan and Stephen, are truly welcoming, warm and helpful. Parking is on the street past the hotel, but can be limited. You are probably better aiming for arrival at or after 5pm when more space becomes available than at 3pm when spaces are at a premium. Your hosts will recommend places to eat that they have tried and tested. In addition, we had a really excellent meal at L’Entrepot in the centre of the old town - but not for you if you are vegetarian. You will not be disappointed if you stay at Les Cordelliers. smith_wrs01/07/2025vérifié Perfect in every way! We were in Sarlat in late May and thoroughly enjoyed our stay with Stephen and Susan (owners). We visited following a 1 week bike tour. They offered superb excursion and dining advice. Breakfast each morning was fresh and delicious, The rooms were spacious, most comfortable, and quiet, and their furniture and art was exquisite. The inn is very conveniently located in the old town, and we also enjoyed hiking and canoeing nearby. Stephen and Susan are most generous hosts going above and beyond in their service (rescued us from a near-miss train connection!), and we treasure our time and conversations with them. They are very familiar with the surrounding area, and both made us feel right at home. We will most definitely return. We are most grateful! Cynthia S25/06/2025vérifié A perfect romantic get away….💕 The Location was absolutely fabulous. The rooms were spacious and exceptionally clean. The bed was comfortable. And everything felt quaint and cozy yet luxurious at the same time. The host Steve and Susan were so hospitable! They gave 5 star service and were so kind. If Steve gives you a recommendation be sure to listen! Everything he suggested was fantastic! We really enjoyed our stay. Dreamer18/06/2025vérifié Great location in the centre of Sarlat. Susan and Steve are outstanding hosts, very thoughtful and helpful. The location of Les Cordeliers is excellent, we could walk everywhere in the old town. Our room was spacious and comfortable. It was on the top floor and Steve kindly assisted us with our luggage. Breakfast was delicious, there was a good choice of parties, bread, cheese, yoghurt and fruits. Karin B13/06/2025vérifié Excellent hotel, great position, spacious rooms! The most wonderful and perfectly situated hotels in Sarlat. Stephen and Susan are amazing hosts. They gave us very helpful advice on activities and Restuarant suggestions. The rooms are very spacious and brilliantly appointed. The breakfast is fabulous. We highly recommend you stay here when visiting this beautiful town davidf03/06/2025vérifié Perfect stay We just spent 3 nights at Les Cordeliers and loved our stay. It was a nice change from a hotel and gave the feeling of staying in a beautiful home. Our room was huge and had a lovely outlook over the park. The whole house is beautifully decorated. Location is perfect, being right on the edge of the medieval town and easy to drive to, but close to walk to everything in town. We had no problem finding free parking available a couple of blocks away, even on a busy holiday weekend (which we weren’t aware of prior). We stayed 3 nights and I’d recommend that as as a minimum if you can as there is so much to see and do close by and Sarlat itself is a lively place with plenty of great food options. Hosts Susan and Stephen really made our stay, being so welcoming and with great advice on the area. Their dinner recommendations were spot on and making reservations for us non-French speakers was really appreciated! swinsv127/05/2025vérifié Great Location Les Cordeliers is a great guest home starting with a warm welcome and tour of the ammenities. Its location is a good balance between a modest walk to free public parking (in May available further down Rue des Cordeliers) and the ability to stroll throughout central Sarlat. The inviting breakfasts were delicious and a great time to gather helpful suggestions from Steve and Susan and exchange adventures with other guests. For an old building, the plumbing, etc. all functioned well. Highly recommend. hawkinsmrsestherh27/05/2025vérifié Perfect Excellent position. Exceptionally clean. The hosts Susan and Stephen were superb, friendly, attentive and very helpful. The breakfast alone would be worth the stay. I would recommend this hotel and certainly the next time we’re in Sarlat we will be booking again. Rose E22/05/2025vérifié A jewel in Sarlat What a fabulous stay with Suzanne and Steve. Both went out of their way anticipating the comforts of Americans like wash cloths, clean towels daily, tea and fabulous home made breakfast items. My husband is glutton free and every morning there was toast for him. Kitriona22/05/2025vérifié Superb comfortable stay in central Sarlat The most wonderful hotel, boutique, private, discreet. Our room and bathroom were wonderful - enormous, sunny, exceptionally tastefully done, all very clean. Breakfast is a changing delight of fresh fruits, cheeses and breads and pastries. The new owners are from Vermont US (also speak French), full of excellent local recommendations and a warm hospitality. There is a very accommodating and inviting honesty bar and terrace on the top floor that is stocked with wines. An area on the central landing has a coffee machine and a small fridge for storing some items. The location is super-central, within a short stroll to everything and gratefully just outside of the medieval centre. Parking (paid for or free) was very easy to find as the town is so well planned for visitors. Excellent location to explore an exceptional region.