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Peaceful retreat with salt pool and stunning panoramic views of the countryside

Family-friendly cottage with a fitness center and an outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Tucked into a tranquil hillside, this beautifully restored barn offers a serene getaway. With modern comforts and traditional features like high oak beamed ceilings, you can unwind in pretty gardens surrounded by rolling countryside views.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 380 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Peaceful retreat with salt pool and stunning panoramic views of the countryside


Tucked into a tranquil south-facing hillside,is this beautifully restored, traditional stone barn. Surrounded by fields & woodland, it has pretty gardens & stunning views of the rolling countryside. For nature lovers or those who just want to get away from it all this is the perfect place to relax & unwind. This spacious gite has all the comforts of modern living, whilst retaining traditional features including high oak beamed ceilings. Situated between the pretty villages of Castelnau-Montratier & Montpezat de Quercy, it is an ideal base to explore the many places of beauty & historical interest that the Lot has to offer. The Tarn and Garonne & the Aveyron are also within easy reach, as are various sporting facilities including canoeing, horse-riding, cycling, walking, fishing etc. For those who want to enjoy the fine wines and food of this region,there are plenty of vineyards, great restaurants and markets full of fresh local produce to tempt you.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Printer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Smoking is permitted outside on the terrace.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Composting
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 861 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Customers are asked for a copy of each guests passport or carte d'identité

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: We are happy to accept one child under two.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking is permitted outside on the terrace.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 8115434

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Castelnau Montratier-Sainte Alauzie, Occitanie

What's nearby

  • Les Gites du Golf des Roucous - 14 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Karthors - 19 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Pont Valentre - 33 min drive - 32.9 km
  • Cahors Cathedral - 33 min drive - 32.9 km
  • Jardin des Plantes - 40 min drive - 52.0 km

Getting around

  • Montagnac-Montpezat Station - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizzeria la Ti Case - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪La Table du Cardinal - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪La Baliverne - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪La Baliverne - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Don Camillou - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Peaceful retreat with salt pool and stunning panoramic views of the countryside have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Peaceful retreat with salt pool and stunning panoramic views of the countryside pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful retreat with salt pool and stunning panoramic views of the countryside?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful retreat with salt pool and stunning panoramic views of the countryside?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Peaceful retreat with salt pool and stunning panoramic views of the countryside located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly cottage is within 12 mi (20 km) of Les Gites du Golf des Roucous, Causses du Quercy Regional Natural Park, and Karthors. Tarn and Montcuq Tower are also within 16 mi (25 km).

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Reviews

Peaceful retreat with salt pool and stunning panoramic views of the countryside Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Renault L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect house with pleasant view and pool

House where you can enter and enjoy, all the equipment you may need is already there !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great holiday

Fabulous views. So peaceful. Very comfortable accommodation. Great hosts. We’d forgotten just how beautiful France can be. Thanks for a lovely holiday
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place

We had a great week here. It's a beautiful place to stay. Quiet, relaxing and just what we needed. Michele and Steve are lovely and really helpful hosts. Would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nigel P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great break.

Lovely House, very spacious and nicely furnished. Wonderful views from the Pool with lovely area for sitting/eating out. Steve and Michelle are a lovely couple and great hosts, thoroughly recomend.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Natural Paradise

Set in a lovely flowery garden and surrounded by country lanes lined with wildflowers, this peaceful place suited us down to the ground. If you enjoy peace and the natural world this is perfect. Its proximity to some of the regions lovely towns and villages means that there is plenty of sightseeing and shopping - there are great markets at weekends.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Idyllic gite with views and fabulous pool

Beautiful spacious, well equipped gite. Peaceful setting close to a lovely village. Private garden area with furniture. Amazing pool with uninterrupted views. Attentive owners - booking and directions very straightforward. Highly recommend.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding Holiday

Michel and Steve went out of their way to make our week’s vacation a memorable one, in their lovely gite. Wonderful that it had been designed and built by them in traditional style. There are great views across the valley below the swimming pool. A very comforable and beautifully equiped property. Outstanding! Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Stephen S.

Exceptional property and exceptional hosts

We had an excellent 10 days holiday at the house and the owners Steve and Michele were so friendly and helpful that leaving at the end of the stay was sad. The property is really well decorated and comfortably furnished throughout and the views are something special. Catelnau Montratier is a short drive away and is a beautiful small town with all the amenities required for a stay. The surrounding countryside is exceptional with many small villages and places to visit. We have no problem recommending this house to anyone and we are sure we will be returning for another stay in the future.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2017

10/10 Excellent

Gary A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradis

We've been back for a week and have been trying to think of something 'clever' that will sum up our stay with Steve and Michele. We've decided to keep it simple and to just say "perfection"! Wonderful location, fantastic accomodation/pool, sublime views and exceptional hospitality. Everything is perfectly maintained, inside and out. Look no further - this is it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Fabulous

When we arrived at the Gite we though "wow" what a beautiful setting.The Gite itself is done to a very high standard. We were greeted by the family and made to feel very welcome. Michele, Steve and the girls are lovely people. It is an ideal location to visit the whole of the surrounding area, which we have fallen in love with. Wonderful area to explore and the people in the area are so friendly and helpful. Will definitely return.

10/10 Excellent

Darren P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

My wife and I stayed in Michele and Steve's excellent gite for 2 weeks and enjoyed every minute of it. It's very clean and cozy with lots of light, a very comfortable bed and a good sized bathroom, including a nice, deep bathtub. While no views are to be had in the gite itself there is a pleasant gravel terrace with a table setup for one to have meals out while admiring the fantastic views over the country side. Castlenau-Montratier is in an excellent location for exploring the heart of Query Blanc with Lauzerte and Montcuq nearby and Cahors, Moissac and Montauban in a half-hours drive. The market in Cahors is a definite must visit. We enjoyed many good walks on the GR 65, which runs through the region, and various petite randonées around the villages and relaxed by or in the pool in the afternoons. Michele and Steve and wonderful and friendly hosts who leave you to get on with your holiday but are always available when you have any questions or to just chat. And if you want a massage to help relax you even further then Michele is the one to see. Like us you may not want to leave.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Diane Cartledge

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Blissful stay

This Gite is absolutely stunning. Five stars are not enough! The hosts Michele and Steve are lovely and have created a little bit of paradise in the French countryside. The beautiful old stone barn has been renovated to such a high standard by Steve and tastefully and beautifully furnished by Michele. Very large and comfortable bed. The views are wonderful and the gardens, a result of Michele's creativity and hard work are simply beautiful. We enjoyed looking at all the beautiful plants and arrangements.The olive trees were stand out gorgeous! The swimming pool has beautiful views and is kept warm by the cover which means even though we visited in May the water was warm enough to swim. The private area is large with really good quality outside furniture for relaxing and eating and a good parasol. We enjoyed trips out to local towns and particularly enjoyed a trip to the Sunday Morning market followed by lunch at Montcuq. There is information in the gite about where to visit. We spent the previous week in the Dordogne but preferred this area as it was less touristy. Only regret is that we didn't manage to fit a massage in with Michele. Next time!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frédérique V., Rosmalen

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A charming home in an oasis of tranquillity

The holiday home is located in a nice quiet rural setting on owners' property. The house is neat, clean and equipped with everything you need, so you can have a relaxing holiday. We found the property larger than it looks in the photos. So plenty of space! The owners Michèle & Steve give you all the privacy you want, but if you have a question, they are there for you. Michèle made a nice book with lots of information about the area, places of interest and tips with restaurants and markets to visit. This was very useful for us! The house has and nice bed (kingsize) with a good mattress. We stayed there for 10 days until 1 March 2023 but then it was too cold to use the pool. The fireplace in the house and electric heating in the sleeping area provided plenty of cosy warmth despite the still cold nights (there is good wood available). The views are fantastic and there is also plenty to hear and see for the bird lover. In addition, the wifi is very fast and using multiple devices at once is no problem at all. Streaming your beloved series/movie, own TV channels, is possible without any problems. This property has all the amenities to provide a wonderful holiday in the warm months, as well as the cold months of the year.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Chrissie H.

Relaxing place with fantastic views

A beautiful well maintained property complete with perfect hosts. Ideally placed for easy access to the motorway and main routes, yet situated in a rural location near to a local town with excellent facilities. Where to start? Steve, Michelle and family were exceptionally welcoming, which carried on throughout our stay. We immediately felt at home, and were so impressed how the property looked inside and out, yet we hadn’t even reached the heated pool with ‘to die for views’. The local town Castelneau-Montratier was extremely handy to pop into, only being a couple of miles away. Everyone was friendly and helpful, a good time to practise a bit of French! We got there in the end. It was nice to be remembered and welcomed back when revisiting the local restaurants in the area. The region has so much to offer for all ages and plenty of information is provided at the property. The local tourist office in Castelneau were very helpful and accommodating. We didn’t manage to do everything in our two weeks, we were on holiday after all. So we have the perfect excuse to return and discover new things next year. Without any doubt we can recommend this property to friends and family alike. ……. And I nearly forgot… the pool is an amazing 30 degrees at all times!

10/10 Excellent

Detlef S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hier stimmt alles

Wo soll man anfangen? Bei dem liebevoll und mit viel Sorgfalt gestaltetem Ferienhaus, bei der luxuriösen Terrasse mit Blick vom Esstisch in die weite Landschaft (s. Foto), bei diesem einladenden Pool, dem mediterran mit viel Kreativität gestalteten Garten ... oder sind es diese perfekten Gastgeber Michele und Steve, immer hilfsbereit und absolut diskret.Michele hat einen kleinen Ratgeber für die Umgebung gestaltet, so dass mit der Erkundung der umliegenden "plus beaux villages" und dem Besuch der lebendigen Märkte sofort begonnen werden kann. Für uns war es großartig! Danke Michele und Steve
Stayed 14 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Semaine paisible dans le Lot

Nous avons passé un agréable séjour dans cette belle maison de vacances parfaitement équipée et spacieuse pour deux personnes. Le cadre, la vue et la piscine sont idéales pour un séjour ressourçant et apaisant. Michele et Steeve ont été d’excellents hôtes, discrets et disponibles. Nous recommandons cet hébergement pour un couple à la recherche d’un peu de quiétude et de décompression au vert. Jeanne et Rachad (de Lille)
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Régine P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

séjour de rève

nous avons découvert des sites magnifiques tel que st cyr la poppy, les grottes de pech merle, et le soir nous détendre dans le cadre superbe de la maison , profiter de la piscine .Steve et Michéle sont vraiment très gentils , à notre écoute , tout en étant très discrets ;endroit idéal pour se resourcer et se reposer, je recommande fortement
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Friederike I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Traumhafter Ort

Eine wunderschöne Unterkunft, von Michelle und Steve liebevoll gestaltet. Wir fühlten uns sehr gut umsorgt und waren sehr glücklich!
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marianne I., Amsterdam

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely gite, lovely hosts

De foto’s en titel van de advertentie vertellen het verhaal zoals het is. Hele fijne gite met alles wat je nodig hebt en meer. Als je voor rust en ruimte gaat is dit de plek. Dichtstbijzijnde dorp met voorzieningen is 10 minuten rijden door prachtig landschap.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Françoise C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Que du bonheur !

Un séjour (trop court !) d'une semaine dans ce magnifique gîte restauré avec beaucoup de goût par Michele et Steve. L'endroit est superbe avec sa piscine, au calme total. Gîte très bien équipé, literie confortable, meubles de jardin à disposition. Que ce soit pour se reposer ou pour visiter cette magnifique région, le gîte est idéal. Petit cadeau de bienvenue à notre arrivée. Des hôtes discrets, bienveillants, disponibles et si sympathiques. Merci à tous les deux d'avoir mis à notre disposition cet endroit magnifique. Seul regret: être restés une semaine seulement. Nous reviendrons ... plus longtemps !
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Benoît T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Parfait pour se reposer

Petite maison rénovée avec goût. Tranquillité assurée avec une terrasse totalement privé. La piscine avec une vue incroyable est parfaite. Idéal pour se ressourcer. Les propriétaires sont très agréables et discrets.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

eric f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabuleux séjour

Avons passé une agréable semaine dans ce gîte très cocooning avec sa superbe piscine indispensable avec les fortes chaleurs. Nous découvrions pour la première fois cette région avec ses villages authentiques et leurs animations locales et, des gens très conviviaux. Les hôtes sont des personnes charmantes et très discrètes.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michaël R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradijselijke gastvrijheid!

Zo'n prachtige plek met zoveel liefde gemaakt en onderhouden en daarbij ook nog eens een perfecte gastvrouw en gastheer. Werkelijk niets laat te wensen over. Wij komen hier zeker terug!!!
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Philippe B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Un petit coin de paradis

Propriété spacieuse et aménagée avec goût dans un cadre magnifique. La piscine salée est très agréable et à température idéale. Beaucoup de jolis villages à visiter dans le coin. Michèle et Steve sont des personnes très accueillantes et chaleureuses. Nous avons beaucoup apprécié notre séjour chez eux.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Birgit S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Traumhaft!

Wir haben eine wunderbare Zeit bei Michele und Steve verbracht. Die Bilder auf der Homepage entsprechen absolut der Realität; sie werden vor Ort sogar noch übertroffen! Das Ambiente, die Warmherzigkeit und Diskretion der Vermieter, das liebevoll und sehr geschmackvoll restaurierte Haus sowie der äußerst gepflegte Pool sind einfach ein Traum. Zudem eignet sich die hervorragende Lage sehr für Ausflüge mit dem Fahrrad. Das nahegelegene Castelnau Montratier ist ein lebendiger Ort mit Charme und das dortige Café Le17 war für uns auf den Touren ein häufiges Ziel. Wir haben uns selten so wohl gefühlt und kommen gerne wieder!
Stayed 26 nights in Jun 2022