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

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 380 sq m

Popular amenities

Pool

Fireplace

Free WiFi

Washer

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Castelnau Montratier-Sainte Alauzie, Occitanie

Les Gites du Golf des Roucous14 min drive
Pont Valentre27 min drive
Mount Saint-Cyr35 min drive
Toulouse (TLS-Blagnac)79 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

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 manager

Michele Eagle

Languages

English, French

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Free WiFi

Gym

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Washer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Smoking is permitted outside on the terrace.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Property Registration Number 8115434

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Castelnau-Montratier-Sainte-Alauzie

Located in Castelnau-Montratier-Sainte-Alauzie, this cottage is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Causses du Quercy Regional Natural Park and Phosphatiere du Cloup d'Aural, while Henri Martin Museum and Les Docks are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Pilgrim's Garden and Serre Exotique Domaine du Gazania. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Castelnau Montratier-Sainte Alauzie, Occitanie

What's nearby

Les Gites du Golf des Roucous - 14 min drive
Pont Valentre - 27 min drive
Cahors Cathedral - 28 min drive
Montauban L' Estang Golf Course - 34 min drive
Mount Saint-Cyr - 35 min drive

Getting around

Montagnac-Montpezat Station - 20 min drive

Restaurants

La Cantina de Carcin - 10 min drive
Auberge le Gabachou - 13 min drive
David S.A.S. - 9 min drive
Le Pré de Montpezat - 13 min drive
Albanese Camuso - 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.

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 ?

Checkout 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 7.3 mi (11.7 km) from Les Gites du Golf des Roucous and 9.5 mi (15.2 km) from Causses du Quercy Regional Natural Park. Tarn and Montcuq Tower are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Régine P.

1 July 2023

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

Nigel P.

18 June 2023

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

Diane Cartledge

1 June 2023

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

Friederike I.

5 May 2023

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

Frédérique V., Rosmalen

5 March 2023

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

About the host

Hosted by Michele Eagle

Michèle & Steve Eagle. Originally from England, we moved to the Lot area in 2002, immediately putting our skills into use developing and restoring the property and gite and creating a garden. Steve has a business restoring old stone propertiesI and Michèle is a registered well being massage therapist with a treatment room on site.

Why they chose this property

Having lived in a busy English city, we love the peace, tranquility and above all the space of living in this part of France. The climate is a big bonus, with long hot summers and short winters where you can still see the sun even when it's cold.
We love this area as it is so secluded, surrounded by woodland, rolling countryside,vineyards and amazing wildlife. Yet, it is only 7 mins drive from a pretty hilltop village with all the amenities you need and with friendly people. Cahors and other places of historical interest and beauty are all within easy reach.

What makes this property unique

We searched all over the Lot and even into the Dordogne until we found this place. But when we came here we fell in love with it: the pretty traditional stone buildings, the stunning view and its wonderful position, nestled into a south facing wooded hilltop.
This is a perfect spot for nature lovers and those like us, who just like to get away from it all but near enough to the local vineyard to top up on the fantastically priced local wine.
While you are here why not benefit from a relaxing massage on site from the owner who is a qualified well being massage therapist.