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House open on the countryside

Beachfront cottage with kitchen and balcony

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On the beach
Dining
Outdoor dining
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3592 sq ft

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Albas, Occitanie
  • Place, Musée La Planete des Moulins
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Château Saint-Sernin
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Pont Valentre
    ‪29 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Albas

This cottage places you within a 10-minute drive of Musée La Planete des Moulins and Château Saint-Sernin. The cottage includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a sofa bed.
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What's nearby

  • Musée La Planete des Moulins - 6 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Château Saint-Sernin - 9 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • Château de Chambert Winery - 23 min drive - 10.8 miles
  • Pont Valentre - 29 min drive - 17.0 miles
  • Château de Bonaguil - 32 min drive - 17.7 miles

Getting around

  • St-Denis-pres-Catus Station - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Salon Du Thé 14 - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Le Vinois - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪l'Astrolabe - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Le Pigeonnier - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Les Catounes - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

House open on the countryside

Our cottage is an outbuilding of our family home, a former presbytery on the edge of the village open to the countryside. Our cottage consists of two levels. On the ground floor, a living room kitchen with a sofa that can serve as a bed for one person and with a shaded terrace. We reach the upper floor with a staircase, it consists of a large bedroom, a bathroom with a sink and a shower, separate toilet, and a small room office library. Everything is totally independent of the rest of our house but our garden, open on the countryside, is accessible to you.
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a sofa bed, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 592 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 12:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Property Registration Number 451210

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

House Open Countryside Albas
Open Countryside Albas
House Open on the Countryside Albas
House Open on the Countryside Cottage
House Open on the Countryside Cottage Albas

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around this cottage?

This cottage is located in Albas, close to Musée La Planete des Moulins, Château Saint-Sernin, and Château de Chambert Winery.

Is there parking available at this cottage?

No, this cottage doesn't offer parking.

Is this cottage adjacent to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Is House open on the countryside a good place to stay for couples?

At this beachfront cottage, amenities that appeal to couples include a kitchen, kitchens in some accommodations, as well as a garden.

Are there hot tubs at House open on the countryside ?

No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cottage provide breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.

Are there connecting rooms at this cottage?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this cottage.

Are there rooms with balconies at House open on the countryside ?

Yes, every accommodation at House open on the countryside comes with a balcony.

House open on the countryside Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect little cottage for 2

Sylvain and Katherine were ideal hosts who communicated well with us to ensure we arrived safely. They were PERFECT hosts who welcomed us, gave us lots of information, considerately stocked the kitchen with a welcome pack of groceries and invited us for drinks in their beautiful house and garden. The cottage is ideal for 2 or 3 people with a lovely balcony and use of a gorgeous garden. If you have mobility issues the spiral staircase needs to be considered. Our hosts introduced us to the perfect locations to visit and the best things to enjoy in the area. You MUST visit the river beach and Le Limau too.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Duncan H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Unique gite in wonderful location

This is an annexe that has the owners stamp on it and is all the better for it. As a bijou gite for 1 or 2 people it’s ideal. Albas is a fabulous location with easy access to the river, cycle routes and the vineyards. The whole area is utterly gorgeous! The sheltered terrace is lovely private space and you get a real sense of being part of the village. The walk behind the house up to the table d’orientation is well worth it, as is the red wine produced from the local vineyard. Sylvain the owner is a delight and made me feel very welcome, which as a solo traveller, was lovely.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Clemens H.

Liked: Cleanliness

What a wonderful place

We had a fantastic time in Albas. The village is beautiful and the apartment a wonderful retreat with everything you can ask for. The hosts are amazingly friendly and welcoming. They prepared the kitchen with drinks and food for us to to cook with the evening we arrived and we had milk and coffee for the next morning. We felt welcome and at home the moment we arrived. The apartment is stylish, clean and well equipped, it has its own little secluded terrace and access to a separate garden. There is a beach to go swimming in the river 5 minutes away with a stunning view overlooking the village up the hills. We will definitively come back!

10/10 Excellent

Nicky Coates

A lovely character cottage beautifully restored

The cottage itself is lovely - very ancient and characterful but beautifully restored with a modern shower, wifi and all mod cons. All very clean and well presented. There is a pretty private terrace and also guests are welcome to sit or dine in other parts of the garden. But just as important for me was the welcome from the hosts. They live next door and are on hand to assist but also respect the guests' privacy. They were very helpful and friendly. I would certainly recommend this little house for a single traveller or a couple and I should think I might go back again one day.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Patricia G., Oakland

A retourner

Je ne peux dire assez de bonnes choses de ce petit havre de paix caché dans les arbres. Dès mon arrivée Catherine et Sylvain ont fait tout pour m'acceuillir avec une générosité natural le et abondante .Je ne me sentais pas comme leur hote mais un membre de famille. La chambre d'hote est bien situéaux à coté de la rivière, les montagnes...on a une multitude d'activités à faire...les baignades, les randonnées... Un endroit exceptionnel. Je reviendrai sans question!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Annette E.

Welcoming hosts

We had a wonderful and relaxing stay, highly recommend. Albas is a lovely little village and the accommodation was perfect.

10/10 Excellent

Ace B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nous avons passé un très agréable séjour dans ce logement. Le temps n'a pas été clément, puisque nous avons subi une terrible canicule durant la première semaine. La pièce du bas restait bien fraiche à condition de n'ouvrir fenêtre et volets que la nuit. La pièce du haut chauffait davantage (exposition au sud) mais les ventilateurs permettaient d'avoir suffisamment d'air pour dormir quand même. En revanche, difficile de profiter du jardin où, même à l'ombre, la chaleur était intenable durant ces premiers jours. Heureusement, il y a plusieurs sites de baignade dont l'un est accessible à pied, à environ 500 mètres. La seconde semaine a été beaucoup plus agréable et nous avons enfin pu visiter cette magnifique région dans des conditions plus propices. Le village est très joli et assez vivant. Nos hôtes ont été très sympathiques et très discrets. Une suggestion d'amélioration possible dans le gite : un réfrigérateur avec compartiment congélation un peu plus grand serait utile, surtout en période de fortes chaleurs. Pour le reste, l'équipement nous a donné toute satisfaction.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Marianne D.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle R.

Liked: Cleanliness

La belle Albas.

Très bon séjour sur Albas dans un gîte atypique avec un accueil chaleureux et très agréable, des hôtes très prevenants et attentionnés. Merci encore . Très belle région.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARÍA ISABEL V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Una casa encantadora en el Valle de Lot

Un recibimiento excepcional.La casa es comoda, esta bien equipada y es muy tranquilo el lugar.Absolutamente recomendable, el valle de Lot es precioso.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacques W.

Liked: Cleanliness

déjà fini, hélas!

Merci à Catherine et Sylvain pour leur excellent accueil ( y compris pour nos toutous!) leurs conseils et leur disponibilité! Le gite est très bien équipé avec une jolie terrasse et un jardin sur les hauteurs d'un beau village surplombant le Lot. Une semaine très agréable, idéale pour un bon break!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

patrice m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Que ceux qui aiment y aillent ; ) ...

Les coins à champignons on ne les partage pas, mais un lieu comme le gîte de Catherine et Sylvain est un petit paradis (même pour les athées : ) qu'il faut encenser ! Enfin faut pas qu'il y ait foule quand même...Merci pour leur accueil !
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karine A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Déconnexion et repos

Nous avons passé 10 jours chez Sylvain et Catherine qui sont 2 personnes exceptionnelles et qui nous ont accueilli comme des amis. La maison est adorable, très bien aménagée, entourée de jardins, et la terrasse ombragée est un plaisir pour les repas et farniente. Nous retenons les petites attentions et les bons conseils de Catherine et Sylvain !
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacques F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Belle découverte

Nous avons passé un excellent séjour au calme et au vert. Le logement est très agréable et décoré avec goût. Catherine et Sylvain, nos hôtes, nous ont accueillis avec gentillesse et sont restés disponibles tout au long du séjour, tout en restant discrets. Nous avons pu profiter des conseils qu'ils nous ont donnés : restaurants, petites plages à proximité, marchés. Nous gardons un très bon souvenir de ce séjour grâce au logement et à nos hôtes si sympathiques. Ce fut une belle rencontre ! Enfin, nous avons découvert une région magnifique que nous ne connaissions pas. Nous n'avons qu'une envie c'est d'y retourner !
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emilien A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Très beau séjour !

Catherine et Sylvain sont des hôtes adorables, chaleureux, particulièrement attentionnés et disponibles, qui sauront vous donner de précieux conseils sur les activités à faire dans la région afin de profiter au mieux de votre séjour. La dépendance est très confortable, calme et silencieuse, très bien équipée, meublée et décorée avec beaucoup de goût, et l’on y dort à merveille (au frais même durant les journées chaudes et ensoleillées). Nous recommandons cet hébergement sans hésiter !
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara G.

Liked: Cleanliness

gut aufgehoben

gemütliche, geschmackvolle Unterkunft mit sehr freundlichem, zuvorkommenden Gastgeber, hübsche Terrasse mit schönem Garten, wir kommen wieder!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

FREDERIQUE G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Un bel accueil dans une charmante région

Une belle demeure, pleine de caractère , en pleine nature, au cœur d'un charmant, et des hôtes d'une extrême gentillesse, bienveillants et ultra disponibles. Un grand merci à vous 2 pour cet agréable séjour Nous reviendrons, pour sûr ! Rachid et Frédérique
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Calmé M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Très bien situé et décoré, bon accueil. Confortable.

Nous avons passé un bon moment dans cette petite maison joliment décorée et confortable, située dans un village au calmé près du Lot. Hôte intéressant et à l'écoute. Très bon accueil.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Pierre G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Calme garanti !

Logement confortable, tout est fait pour que l'on s'y sente bien ; toutefois, il faut être en bonne santé, il y a des marches, et l'accès à l'étage en colimaçon peut être difficilement praticable pour certains à forte corpulance;
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dieuwertje M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful guesthouse, great hosts

The accomondation looks very neat and is beautiful decorated. It was a great plaesure to stay in such a tasteful house in the beautiful village Albas. Sylvain and Catherine are great hosts, they are very friendly and helpful and gave us some unforgettable reccomendations for which places and restaurants to visit. We hope to come back some time!
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Frédéric P., Lille

Liked: Cleanliness

calme et verdure

Repos en toute tranquillité dans un bel écrin de verdure. Le plus pour nous est d avoir pu venir avec notre chat.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

francoise b., mont de marsan landes

Liked: Cleanliness

Calme et hors du temps . Dépaysant

Appartement avec décoration retro appréciée. Petite terrasse sympa . Douche fonctionnelle. Très bien placé dans un petit village médiéval au calme au bord du lot. Merci à Sylvain et sa compagne pour l accueil ,les petites attentions d arrivee ( boissons au frais) et le petit café du départ... circuit vélo ou randonnées possible aux alentours .
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Jacques L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Semaine à l’ombre !

Cadre agréable avec beaucoup de verdure, au calme. Un escalier intérieur en colimaçon. On a apprécié les repas sur la terrasse. Hôte sympathique , village simple mais agréable avec un jardin toscan très bien entretenu. La région est intéressante à visiter sans faire beaucoup de kilomètres. Seul bémol, le wifi ne donne pas accès à internet. Mais Sylvain y mettra bon ordre, j’en suis persuadé. Merci Sylvain.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Hubert M.

Liked: Cleanliness

quiétude

séjour très agréable. accueil chaleureux des propriétaires avec toujours plein de propositions de sorties ( bonnes adresses gourmandes entre autre). Gîte dans un cadre de verdure au sein d'un joli village perché du Lot.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

dominique B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent séjour gîte à recommander

Tres bon accueil de Catherine et Sylvain toujours disponibles pour donner de précieux conseils et de bonnes adresses Gite parfait pour un couple, meublé avec beaucoup de goût Albas est un magnifique village au bord du Lot