A large swimming pool surrounded by chairs and umbrellas

A large white house with a red tile roof is surrounded by trees

A living room with a blue couch and a white couch

A dining room with a table and chairs and a view of a pool

A bedroom with a yellow canopy over the bed

A large house with a swimming pool in front of it

A table with plates and cups on it with a bottle of orange juice on it

A bedroom with a large bed and a dresser

A bottle of wine sits on a table with plates and glasses

A kitchen with a table and chairs and a sign that says ducati

A living room with a foosball table and a couch

A large swimming pool with chairs and umbrellas around it

A swimming pool with blue chairs and umbrellas

A bedroom with a single bed and a foosball table

A bathroom with a sink and a shower with a window

A large house sits in the middle of a lush green forest

A blue and white sign that says martel-en-quercy

Maison La Seguinie Villa, Martel

4 bedroom Villa in Dordogne. Sleeps 10

Location Martel Featured in Villas Updated 24 February 2025

A recently built house owned by an architect and an interior designer who have created a beautifully finished property that evokes the local style yet is thoroughly modern, exuding flair and taste.

On the main floor, a double-height ceiling creates a striking impression and enhances the airy, spacious feel of this open-plan home.

Within the layout, three distinct zones define the space: to one end, a modern, sleek kitchen fully equipped for a self-catering holiday; the dining area, offering views over the pool; and at the far end, plump sofas in soothing blues and creams are gathered around the wood-burning stove, perfect for cosy evenings.

The rear of the property is attractively landscaped with local stone, featuring shrubs and flowers that bring vibrant colour. The garden is dominated by the pool, ideally positioned to capture the sun throughout the day. Poolside furniture in matching blue echoes the interior colour scheme, showing the owner’s thoughtful attention to detail. Mature trees provide shady spots for relaxation or a game of table tennis, and alfresco dining is catered for with a terrace on the main floor.

Just 1.5km away, Martel hums with local life. Wander the narrow streets, past charming shops and restaurants, to reach the 'Place de la Halle', where the magnificent medieval wood-framed market hall stands proudly at the town’s heart, still in use today. It’s the focal point for many summer events. The town also boasts several excellent eateries, from a wine bar offering a contemporary twist on local produce to two Michelin Guide-listed restaurants.

Beyond Martel, the surrounding countryside is dotted with beautiful villages and attractions. Don’t miss a ride on the local steam train, a canoe trip on the River Dordogne (5km), or a visit to the iconic site of Rocamadour (21km). Be sure to explore the nearby towns of Souillac, Sarlat-la-Caneda, Carennac, and St-Cere—each offering its own charm and beauty.

The pool

Private heated swimming pool (10m x 5m) with corner steps.

Things to do nearby

Reptiland Animal Park, Martel

For over 25 years this park has allowed visitors to come into close (and safe!) encounter with crocodiles, cobras and more than 200 other reptiles and venomous species.
Le Chemin de Fer Touristique du Haut-Quercy

Also known as the Truffle train, it will take you on a journey of 8 miles (13 Km) round trip, more than 80 meters (260 feet) high cliff, giving a wonderful panorama of the Dordogne Valley.

Sights nearby

Musee de la Raymondie Museum, Martel

Located 1.6 km away

The Palais de la Raymondie stands next to the market hall in the heart of the medieval town of Martel. This museum contains objects dating from paleolothic, neolithic and Gallo-Roman occupations.
Le Chemin de Fer Touristique du Haut-Quercy

Located 1.8 km away

Also known as the Truffle train, it will take you on a journey of 8 miles (13 Km) round trip, more than 80 meters (260 feet) high cliff, giving a wonderful panorama of the Dordogne Valley.
Eglise Saint-Pierre Church & Cloister, Carennac

Located 9.0 km away

The village of Carennac grew up around a clunian priory founded in the middle of the 11th-century. This beautiful church and cloister are at the centre of the village.
Chateau des Doyens, Carennac

Located 9.0 km away

This well-preserved chateau is now home to the Heritage Centre for Art and History of the Dordogne region, with a permanent exhibition that explains the wealth, heritage, art and architecture of this region.
Gouffre de Padirac, Padirac

Located 11.2 km away

The most famous cave in Europe the Gouffre de Padirac is also considered to be one of the most important and interesting geological sites in France.
Grottes de Lacave, Lacave

Located 12.5 km away

Accessed today by a small electric train, these caves were discovered in 1902 by Armand Vire and at the time required a descent of over 60 metres.

Golf-clubs nearby

Chateau les Merles Golf Course, Mouleydier

Open every day of the year this 9-hole, par 35, course is set in the lush countryside of the Dordogne and the grounds of Chateau les Merles.

Towns nearby

Martel, Lot

Located 1.5 km away

The town of Martel is not, in fact, famous for the brandy (that's Martell with two ll's) but is well known as the capital of truffles and a great producer of walnuts, two of the region's specialities.
Carennac, Lot

Located 9.0 km away

Carennac has been previously voted 'One of the 'Most Beautiful Villages in France' and it's easy to see why. The blonde stone and red-brown roofs of its buildings have tall chimneys and are adorned with creepers that turn red in the autumn.
Souillac, Lot

Located 12.9 km away

A base for exploring the region, Souillac has a medieval past and is filled with Romanesque-style sculptures.
Rocamadour, Lot

Located 16.2 km away

Perched on the side of a cliff, in a gorge above the river Alzou, this medieval town has a breathtaking setting.
Beaulieu-sur-Dordogne, Correze

Located 17.4 km away

This medieval town on a bend in the Dordogne grew around its 9th century Benedictine abbey of Saint-Pierre.
Autoire, Lot

Located 18.5 km away

Picturesque village typical of Quercy. The traditional houses have corbelled fronts, brown-tiled roofs and pigeon lofts built into their walls.