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Originally, in continental Europe, a county was the land under the jurisdiction of a count. Counts are called "earls" in post-Celtic Great Britain and Ireland - the term is from Old Norse jarl and was introduced by the Vikings - but there is no correlation between "county" and "earldom." Rather, the term "county," from French comté, was simply used by the Normans after 1066 to replace the native English term scir ("sheer") or "shire," in Modern English. A shire was an administrative division of an Anglo-Saxon kingdom (Wessex, Mercia, East Anglia, etc.), usually named after its administrative centre (e.g., Gloucester > Gloucestershire, Worcester > Worcestershire, etc.).

Related Topics:
Count - Earl - Great Britain - Ireland - Comté - Normans - 1066

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Thus, whereas the word comté denoted a sovereign jurisdiction in the original French, the English word "county" denotes a subdivision of a sovereign jurisdiction.

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Office / Kitchen Bath Showroom Old County Road (belmont) $1400

Office / Kitchen Bath Interior Design Showroom Old County Road Belmont, CA 94002 Space was originally used as a kitchen/bath showroom. Great for someone who is interested in opening up the same. Kitchen cabinets are mounted against the wall, but can be removed. PROPERTY FEATURES: - 1020 SqFt - Great Location - Close to El Camino Real - Near major highways - Newly Remodeled Bathroom with Granite Counterop - Natural Bright Lighting - Remodeled in 2007 - Open Floorplan - New Hardwood Floors - New Interior Paint - New Granite Countertops 1 year lease required, month to month thereafter. Please contact for additional pictures, site tour or more information. Doris Ling Coldwell Banker Cell: (415) 699-0693 dorisling@aol.com

Cobb Mt. Cabin in the woods - South Lake County (lake county) $125 2bd

We call our cabin Cobbledoon. Cobbledoon is a Quaint, Romantic, Magical 2 Bed, One Bath old growth redwood cabin on a wooded acre. Comforts of a home in the beauty of a natural California mountain landscape. Vaulted beam ceilings. An impressive stone fireplace. Woodstove. Air Conditioning. Fully equipped Kitchen. Bathroom with shower. Large Deck. Seasonal Creek on the land. Wood for woodstove and fireplace included. Towels and bedding included (1 change per week). YEAR ROUND RATES FOR 2008 $125 per night, two night minimum.. $225 per weekend (two nights). $700 per week (six nights, seven days). CURRENTLY COBBLEDOON IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR THE FOLLOWING DATES: October 11 - 13, 2008 November 21 – 30, 2008 Cobb Mountain is located in south Lake County just 20 miles north of Calistoga and the Napa Valley. South Lake County is known for its clean air and clean water. Cobb Mountain springs are renowned for their purity. Contact this posting for more pictures of the cabin. We also offer Lake County information for you to discover all the fun things to see and do in Lake County. The Village of Cobb offers all the amenities you will need to enjoy your stay on the mountain: Hardester’s Groceries, Texaco Gas Station, Moonshine Over Cobb Liquors, Rob Roy Golf Course, two video rental stores, a pizza joint, a deli, a diner, and an award winning restaurant. We are close to Harbin Hotsprings and The Pine Grove Resort. Golf at Rob Roy or Adams Springs Golf Courses. Hike or ride mountain bicycles on Boggs Mountain trails. Drive or motorbike the beautiful roads of Lake County. Wine Tastings at local vineyards. Seasonal celebrations and activities including Middletown Founders Day, EcoArts: Lake County Sculpture Walk (Annually - June through mid-October free to the public – www.EcoArtsofLakeCounty.org); Coyote Film Festival (see updated programs on www.EcoArtsofLakeCounty.org).

For a week in Napa County's beautiful wine coutry cottage (napa county) $825 1bd

We are offering a Gorgeous Cottage on 12 acre estate in the heart of Napa county for a value rate of $825 for week in October. Have a week in Napa in August for $825/week. Prices are for 2 people, add $50.00 for each additional person/per week. (pets are also $50 additional fees/one pet.) Maximum of 4 people. Add a $150 security deposit to charges. A $50 cleaning/utility fee is deducted from the security deposit. Our web page is at http://www.napavalleycasa.com Perfect for someone wishing to immerse themselves in Napa at a value price. This lovely cottage is located next to a seasonal creek is on a 12 acre estate and is in one of the most beautiful parts of Napa. We show loads of pictures, because we are proud of what we offer. Hope you will visit. This cozy cottage on a private 12 acre estate is located in a serene location next to a seasonal creek. This private cottage with 1 bedroom, 1 bath, is tastefully furnished. It has a raised deck, garden, and walking paths. There is a patio with a barbeque as well as a patio in the garden. The vacation home has many amenities and is located near the wineries. It is a perfect place to stay while touring our world class wine country. YouÂ’ll love the open, airy feel of this cottage, with its great room design that artfully combines the living room with the dining room and kitchen. The compact kitchen has a gas stove, refrigerator, microwave, toaster, table service for four, coffee maker, and pots and pans. The counter top is a charming cinnamon tile and the floors are newly tiled with lovely Italian tiles. The bedroom features a queen size bed. And in the living room, youÂ’ll find a sofa that turns into an exceptionally comfy queen bed. The cottage entertainment center includes satellite TV with 50 channels to choose from, CD and DVD players, and radio. Use the barbeque to charcoal grill your dinner and serve it on the spacious deck under a canopy of stars. If you are not in the mood to cook, there are many nearby restaurants serving a wide range of cuisines. Call Sue and Mark at 707-226-6621

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Studio (napa county) $795 1bd