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Overview
Description
Sleeps 6 (+ baby) in 3 bedroomsDelightful rural surroundings
Near Montcuq for restaurants, shops and services
Heated swimming pool with Roman steps
Spacious gardens
Comfortable, well equipped accommodation
“best gite we have ever stayed in”
Berty Gite is an attached converted barn, built of local limestone, with all the comforts of home. It sleeps 6 people in 3 bedrooms with 2 bathrooms.
Our heated swimming pool is 11m * 7m with easy to access Roman steps and is for your exclusive use.
Set in over 2 acres of organically managed gardens. This is a nature lover’s paradise and the ideal place for a family holiday or a relaxing vacation with a group of friends.
Berty is in the midst of farmland, surrounded by a rolling landscape in the delightful valley of the Tartuguie. The nearby hamlet of Rouillac has a medieval chapel with 12th century fresco paintings, so it is often visited by pilgrims and hikers on the route of St Jacques, which is one of the great walking routes across France going all the way to Santiago de Compostela in Spain.
We are only 5 kms from the medieval market town of MONTCUQ with all shops and services, just 8 kms from LAUZERTE and 20 minutes from CAHORS, the departmental capital of the Lot.
The Lot is now being discovered and appreciated for its beautiful countryside, quiet roads and traditional Quercy stone buildings. What’s more, it is renowned for gastronomic produce and excellent wines. This relatively under-populated part of France is becoming the destination of choice for discerning travellers.
Our nearest airports are Toulouse, Bergerac, Brive, Rodez and Carcassonne.
The nearest train stations are Cahors and Agen. We are 20 minutes from the A20 autoroute.
In the heat of the summer, you will enjoy relaxing by the pool, or playing in the spacious grounds; then end the day with a barbecue in the garden and a glass or two of delicious (and inexpensive!) local wine. Air conditioning in the living area and free standing fans ensure your comfort in hot weather, and central heating for cooler times of year. In the autumn and spring, enjoy days warm enough to eat outdoors and less crowds in the popular tourist spots. In the winter, take walks in the countryside and cosy up in front of the wood burning stove.
This is a beautiful region with plenty of things to see and do. Midi Pyrenees (now Occitanie) is as well known for its beautiful scenery and cultural events, as it is for its good food and wine. There are some lovely places to visit on day excursions and you could take a picnic to enjoy on the banks of the river Lot or one of the other scenic or dramatic locations, like Rocamadour, St Cirq Lapopie or Belaye – or closer still, at the beautiful Lac du St Sernin, just north of Montcuq, with a sandy beach, picnic tables and a restaurant.
If you are feeling energetic, there are tennis courts, canoeing, horse riding and golf nearby; or perhaps you prefer the more leisurely pursuits of fishing or birdwatching, or reading a good book. For family fun there is croquet, table tennis, badminton and boules in the garden. The swings and slides, and trampoline are always popular with youngsters – there is something for everyone.
Spectacular star-gazing under dark skies
Our dark skies (Bortle 3) make for spectacular star-gazing with the naked eye or binoculars. We now have 2 astronomical observatories in the garden, making this a fantastic holiday location for astronomers and astrophotographers, especially in the autumn and spring when the nights are longer.
Whatever the weather, there is always a warm welcome
In general the weather here is much warmer and drier than it is in England and from March through to October it is usually warm enough to enjoy eating lunch in the garden. May and June are often the hottest time of the year, when the long days and balmy nights make outdoor living a real treat, but the landscape is still lush and green and the garden at its best. July and August are the traditional French holiday season, all the places of interest are open, and there are all sorts of special events, feasts and spectacles. Outside of the main holiday season you can enjoy a wonderful late Summer or Autumn break, when the landscape colours start to change and the grapes are ready for harvesting in the local vineyards.
Our heated swimming pool will be open from April to October, and should be comfortably warm from early May through to late September, and longer if the weather is favourable.
Bedroom Details
Bedroom 1
1 x King Bed
Master Bedroom with Ensuite
Bedroom 2
2 x Single Beds
Twin Room 2
Bedroom 3
2 x Single Beds
Twin Room 3
11 Reviews
Leave ReviewA wonderful week
By Claire Harmer on 29-Aug-2025We've had a wonderful weeks holiday - Thank you! Something here for everyone whether you want a quiet holiday by the pool or prefer doing lots of activities. We all loved the astrophotography and the star-bathing. Graham's introduction to astrophotography was great, especially getting to see Andromeda. Chris and Luke really enjoyed the archery and Noah made good use of the table tennis. He also really enjoyed the flight simulator. I think we are going home with a few more hobbies! The gite itself had everything you could possibly need and the welcome pack was lovely. Thanks again for your help with flat car battery, I don't think our French would have stretched to a trip to the garage unaided! Thanks again to both of you - you've created such a welcoming friendly place to holiday and we hope to visit again next year. (I could write more but I'm going to leave it there!). CH
Lovely gite, very homely & comfortable feel
By Robert Taylor on 21-Aug-2025Lovely gite, very homely & comfortable feel. Everything we needed catered for in the kitchen, bedrooms and bathrooms. Uk TV enlightening for our Australian relatives too thank you. Wonderful evening with Graham sky gazing and showing us amateurs his telescope and good explanations for us- very interesting evening. Pool perfect too and again everything catered for. By the way Belinda - your apricot conserve is best we have had!! Sorry to leave, Caroline, Bob, Sue & Alf.
What a fantastic holiday!
By Stuart McAllister on 15-Aug-2025Thank you so much to our amazing hosts - Graham and Belinda. You really go above and beyond to make this place and our holiday as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. Including providing First Aid on day 2! Thank you! We loved playing in the pool and enjoying your stunning garden. The great selection of games have kept us very entertained - we haven't played badminton or table tennis for years! Our children loved it here and are leaving as very confident swimmers with beautiful photos taken by Graham. we are already planning our return trip next year. LOVED IT!
Sad to be leaving
By Lisa Baker on 02-Aug-2025Had a lovely stay- especially enjoyed our astronomical experience in the observatory - expertly guided by Graham. Enjoyed peace, tranquility + beauty of the local area (+ the pool). Sad to be leaving all the different bird species, red squirrels and frogs and of course the hospitality. Thank you.
A calm and tranquil retreat
By Jenni Murphy on 10-Aug-2024Thank you Belinda and Graham for the warm welcome and for creating such a wonderful calm and tranquil retreat at Berty Gite. You provided us with everything that we reeded for a relaxing holiday. We enjoyed spending time in the pool, relaxing on the comfortable chairs on the patio and taking our meals under the canopy in the garden. You also provided us with many useful tips, such as booking the restaurant at the lake and finding parking in Cahors. We can thoroughly recommend Montcuq market and following the history trail. Lucy thoroughly enjoyed her flying lessons - thank you for your kindness and excellent teaching.
Wonderful, tranquil holiday
By Nick Davies on 20-Jun-2024Belinda & Graham, Thank you so much for what has been a wonderful, tranquil holiday. We aimed to get away from it all, to explore, and to have quality family time & all of that has been realised. Your recommendations have been spot on, and we all particularly loved the train at Martel - a real special event for a certain little boy. The gite is a tribute to your thoughtfulness &care. We've especially appreciated the welcome, the information pack, and all the things you've done for Cameron. we hope to be back soon, albeit as a four! Nick, Charlotte and Cameron