PARENTHESE DE CHARME ET DE RAFFINEMENT AU COEUR DE LA CITE MEDIEVALE DE SARLAT

Easy check in and great location with many restaurants etc. but also surprisingly quiet in an alley.

We really could not have been happier than we were with our stay here. The house is located just steps from the main markets of Sarlat, which we visited twice weekly, even getting to know some of the vendors at the market. When we were hot or tired, it was just steps back home. We felt totally safe with our kids going out on their own, exploring the old streets and shops. And the area around Sarlat was absolutely spectacular for drives, castle visits, caves...We could go on and on. Finally, any issue we had was addressed promptly by the property managers. Would go back here in a heartbeat.

I would have given L’Entracte 4.5 points had that been possible. It isn’t perfect. But the positives outweigh the negatives so decisively that it is easy to recommend. It’s built on the bones of a north-facing15th Century house which means it’s a bit dark, the stairs are many and steep (the top floor can be a vertiginous challenge), one bath is squeezed in beneath the stairs and the kitchen is oddly laid out. And yet, you get to live in a piece of medieval history on a quiet walking street just steps away from the Place de la Liberté and within an easy walk of all the restaurants and shops of Vieux Sarlat. We stayed for fifteen days in June and found the house to be reasonably cool with the assistance of fans and open windows even on a day that hit 40° C (104° F). It was quiet, with the exception of a few Saturday late-night revelers and the occasional early morning bottle guy from the neighboring restaurant. Free parking was plentiful and convenient. Wifi was suitable for streaming and reliable on the main floor and in the master bedroom. The showers were good with abundant hot water. We prepared many of our own meals (you can only eat so much duck – try Hà-Tiên, the Viet/Thai restaurant for a welcome break) and found the kitchen lacked certain utensils: a spatula, salad tongs, measuring spoons/cups, sufficient storage containers. We discovered the can opener was broken when we attempted to open a locally-produced can of cassoulet. (My fifty-year-old Swiss Army knife rescued us.) In sum, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay despite minor frustrations and recommend L’Entracte, even for those of us in the over-seventy set who are in decent health.

This is an absolutely fantastic location in the old city of Sarlat and we loved the easy access to the city. The house is fascinating in the way that is it built and the living room is an easy place to sit and relax. We would definitely rent this house again if we came back to Sarlat. Do pay attention to other reviews about bathroom and bedroom placement if you will be renting the house for more than one couple. This arrangement worked great for us as it was just the two of us and the ensuite was lovely and big. Bathrooms were very new with great showers. There were a few items missing from the kitchen that would make it it easier to use it, but I believe the manager is going to be taking care of those issues. Do be careful not to put the beautiful gold rimmed plates in the microwave. The manager, Sabine, has been very responsive and easy to work with. Thanks, Sabine.

The property would have been fine for just my husband and myself, but we were accompanied by another couple. They needed separate bedrooms, but could not manage the stairs, especially the 3rd floor. Not possible for them to go down 2 or 3 flights of stairs to use the bathroom, especially at night. They moved after one night into a hotel at great expense. It would be fine for children or teens. Could be cleaner and upgraded; especially for the cost. The beds and pillows have seen better days.The fireplaces do not look like they have ever been cleaned. The first floor shower made a mess with water spraying all over the floor and under the door. It is a fabulous location and charming in its own way.