Edward 1er is furnished in style and harmony. Rooms with beautiful views of the Périgord hills, while others overlook the mediaeval village of Monpazier. Arjan and Marije, the Dutch owners, run this hotel succesfully for several years now.
The spacious guest rooms have all the comfort you would expect: en suite bathroom with bath and/or shower. The suites also have a jacuzzi and/or Turkish bath. Mini-bar, access to Wifi and satellite TV with international and French channels in all rooms.
In the enclosed garden of hotel Edward 1er there is a swimming-pool with a large terrace. If the weather allows it, dinner may be served here. At the swimmingpool the most wonderful thick towerls are supplied to you.
Restaurant
A full breakfast may be served in your room, in the restaurant or at the poolside.
Lunch between 12.00 and 14.00 hours. The menu exists of 12 Small Dishes from the area, but also from far away! Compose your own gourmet menu! As of € 14,50.
The gastronomique dinner is a chef’s menu. It will be different every day. Marije, the lady chef often uses Périgord ingredients, like duck, walnuts, the different cheeses and fresh fruits, but she especially uses all her creativity to offer you a tasty dining experience. You have choice between several starters, 1 main course, cheese and/or several desserts. This allows you to compose a 3, 4 or 5-course menu. On reservation only. Wednesday our restaurant is closed (in July & August open every day).
Surroundings
Do you like peace and quiet, nature, culture? Would you like to try the excellent kitchen of the Périgord? Are you into outside activities? If so, you will love Monpazier and its surroundings.
Monpazier, founded in 1284 by the King of England, King Edward I, is considered the model-bastide (fortified village) among the 300 bastides in the Southwest of France. Bastides have nearly always been built according to the same design. In Monpazier you find a village-square surrounded by arcades and the typical rectilinear streetplan. The square is also surrounded by houses built from the Middle Ages to the 18th century. This listed and protected Mediaeval village is in a near perfect condition, in spite of the Hundred Years War and other religious wars. You will discover many historical buildings, often classified as monuments.
The village-square is only a 2 minute walk from the hotel Edward 1er. There are shops and cafes. On Thursdays there is a traditional market in the square with many stalls selling crafts and regional produce.
History
The Dordogne is world famous for its prehistoric sites, such as the caves of Lascaux, Font de Gaumes and the renowned national museum of prehistory in Les Eyzies. It was also an important area in the Middle Ages, in which many fortified villages were built, like Domme and of course Monpazier. There are many restored castles: in Biron, Beynac, Castelnaud... Don't forget the towns of the Middle Ages like Sarlat and Bergerac.
Sports
The hotel´s situation gives an excellent opportunity for exploring on foot, by bicycle (which you can rent via the hotel) or on horseback. Horse riding is Marije Capelle's favourite sport and she will be happy to help you.
If golf is your game, there are several excellent courses within half an hour´s drive.
Nature
In the Dordogne, every season has its own charm. Mild spring, warm summer and with the light here, a golden autumn. Each season lets you discover a different view of the Dordogne.
Gastronomy
The Périgord is the place if you like good food and wine. The Périgord offers many gastronomic delights: foie gras, truffles, duck, trout, quail and game. We will be happy to help you organize trips to markets, farms and vineyards.
Servicelevel
Hôtel Edward 1er certified:
The hotel has the "HOTELcert®" certification. This certification focuses on quality of service and is strongly supported by the professionals in tourism industry and by the French government. A certified hotel is strongly committed to the ideals of HOTELcert® which are:
- Smiling staff;
- Cleanliness;
- Quietness;
- Staff availability;
- Good bedding;
- Controlled quality of service;
- Practical and tourist information available for the guests.
