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10 out of 10
Exceptional

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5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 113229 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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Ambres, Occitanie
  • Place, Cathédrale Saint-Alain
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Jardins des Martels
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Church of Our Lady of the Bourg de Rabastens
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Toulouse (TLS-Blagnac)
    ‪58 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Ambres

This vacation home places you 4.4 mi (7.1 km) from Jardins des Martels and 12.4 mi (20 km) from Tarn. The vacation home includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a fireplace.
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What's nearby

  • Cathédrale Saint-Alain - 9 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Jardins des Martels - 11 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • Church of Our Lady of the Bourg de Rabastens - 18 min drive - 12.4 miles
  • Museum of Chocolate Art - 24 min drive - 15.3 miles
  • Palmola Golf Club - 27 min drive - 18.6 miles

Getting around

  • Lavaur Station - 8 min drive
  • Blagnac Airport (TLS) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anb Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bistrot du marché Crach - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Vivement midi - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Tutti Matic Lavaur - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bistrot du marché Cestas - ‬6 min drive

About this property

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

Beautiful house with swimming pool, in Little Tuscany between Albi and Toulouse

The Domaine de Bertalay – A Haven of Authenticity in the Heart of the Tarn

Welcome to Domaine de Bertalay, a characterful residence nestled in a peaceful setting, combining historic charm with modern comfort. Awarded 4-star Meublé de Tourisme status, this former 18th-century silk farm invites you to an exceptional getaway between Toulouse and Albi, in the heart of the Pays de Cocagne, known as the Little French Tuscany.

A Unique Place, Between Nature and Elegance

Behind its sandstone and red-brick walls, Domaine de Bertalay reveals a warm atmosphere where every detail has been designed to preserve its authenticity: terracotta floors, old parquet, period furniture, and sunlit spaces.
Outside, enjoy a 5,000 m² garden, dotted with fruit trees and cozy spots for relaxation: shaded terraces, sun loungers, and convivial tables. The emerald-green private pool promises refreshing swims under the Tarn sunshine or beneath the stars. The large terrace with an Italian-style balcony offers a breathtaking view of the plains and is perfect for al fresco dining and long summer evenings.

A Comfortable and Refined Interior

The house, spacious and naturally cool even in the height of summer, is organized around two large central hallways, distributing rooms across two levels:

Ground Floor:
• A vast 60 m² living area with an open kitchen fully equipped: a 7-burner cooking range, wood-fired oven, two classic ovens, and a culinary library of 200 books.
• A convivial dining room with a large 2.2-meter table.
• An intimate lounge, equipped with a grand piano, a smart TV, and a collection of films.
• The Andalusian Room, with a private bathroom and independent access to the garden.

Upstairs:
• The Modiste Room (30 m²) with a private bathroom.
• The Portrait Room, facing south, with a double bed, a single bed, and a connecting bathroom.
• The Bird Room, bright and airy, with a private bathroom.
• The Butterfly Room, smaller, with a connecting bathroom.
• A large library for children and adults.

A Stay in Complete Serenity

Here, you are at home: full access to the house, the garden, and the private pool. Musicians can enjoy the grand piano and a rich collection of sheet music. Pets are welcome.
Located in a peaceful hamlet, the estate is just 3 km from Lavaur and its shops. 100 meters away, the Bertalay Bakery will delight you with its wood-fired bread and pastries.

Discover the Surroundings

• The Bastides of the Tarn: Cordes-sur-Ciel, Puycelsi, Castelnau-de-Montmiral.
• The Gaillac vineyards, one of the oldest in France.
• The forests of Sivens and Grésigne, ideal for hiking.
• Albi, a UNESCO-listed episcopal city, 30 minutes away.
• Toulouse, the Pink City, 40 minutes away.
• Carcassonne and its medieval citadel, 1.5 hours away.
• Further afield, explore the Mediterranean coast or the Pyrenees, perfect for a day trip.

A Warm and Personalized Welcome

We are passionate about music and cinema, and this house is above all our primary residence, a vibrant and inspiring place that we are delighted to share. We will personally welcome you upon arrival and remain available throughout your stay for any assistance you may need.
Treat yourself to a unique experience at Domaine de Bertalay: an exceptional setting, an immersion in the history and art of living of Southwest France, and unforgettable moments in complete serenity.

We look forward to hosting you!
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 4 bathrooms, and a patio. There's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. The bathroom offers hair dryers and bidets. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and a fireplace. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Null
  • Pool access ramp on site
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 3,229 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Rules

Vacationers are asked to leave the house in a reasonably clean condition upon departure. Please empty and remove the trash, and gather the laundry on the first floor.
During their stay, guests are required to treat the premises and the items provided to them with care. Please pay for any damage caused.
For hygiene reasons, no trash cans will be left inside or outside the house. They will be placed in the village trash containers.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • 1 total 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
  • Note from host: Merci de nous en informer

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: Enfants bienvenus.

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
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: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM

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 smoke detector and a deadbolt lock.

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.
  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Ambres, close to Jardins des Martels.

Is parking available on site at Beautiful house with swimming pool, in Little Tuscany between Albi and Toulouse?

Yes, there is wheelchair-accessible van parking available.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Beautiful house with swimming pool, in Little Tuscany between Albi and Toulouse?

At this historic vacation home, couples will welcome the many amenities including a private pool and a fireplace along with an outdoor pool.

Does Beautiful house with swimming pool, in Little Tuscany between Albi and Toulouse have a hot tub?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

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

Does Beautiful house with swimming pool, in Little Tuscany between Albi and Toulouse have connecting rooms available?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Blagnac Airport (TLS), which is about 22.6 mi away. Another top airport is Castres (DCM-Mazamet), which is around 26.9 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Beautiful house with swimming pool, in Little Tuscany between Albi and Toulouse?

Yes, every house at Beautiful house with swimming pool, in Little Tuscany between Albi and Toulouse comes with a patio.

Beautiful house with swimming pool, in Little Tuscany between Albi and Toulouse Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The villa was amazing, the hosts delightful. Lovely pool, great outdoor activities. I look forward to revisiting very soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A wonderful stay

The property is a beautiful, spacious house which, despite its grandeur, feels like a home. Everything was immaculately clean and the facilities had everything that we needed, as a family group of eight. We loved the access to a piano for the musicians among us, made much use of the table tennis table, and also spent many happy hours in the swimming pool, which is a generous size in a lovely tree-shaded spot in the garden. The grounds surrounding the house are amazing with ample places to sit and relax. Thank you so much to the hosts for their warm welcome and for sharing their house with us!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stunning French Retreat

The only problem with staying at this property is nowhere else will seem as good! The house is as perfect as the garden. Each bedroom and bathroom tastefully decorated. The pool and surrounding area is stunning. It is completely enclosed so safe for children and pets. The owners were extremely helpful and unobtrusive. The bakery a couple of doors down (open weekends) is fantastic and there are many beautiful towns within an hours drive. If you choose this house you will not be disappointed!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

A beautiful elegant house and gardens -perfect for tranquility and relaxation

Thank you to Marylene and Pierre for being such hospitable and thoughtful hosts. The house is amazing with beautifully decorated rooms and a kitchen that has every possible culinary requirement. We loved the garden which is arranged for finding peace/solitude or for gathering as a group under the trees for meals (where we mostly ate). My husband found many great opportunities for drawing around the garden and we enjoyed the wonderful produce that Serge, the gardener provided. The pool is perfectly situated and very well supplied for both water activities and lounging in the sun. The area offers a very high quality restaurant (Chez John) within walking distance which is run by an English Chef and there are many historic and interesting towns to visit in the area (Albi, Gaillac). Everyone met here was very helpful and friendly. I would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely and beautiful home and garden

We had a wonderful two week stay in this beautiful house and garden. The house, garden and kitchen have everything you need for a comfortable stay. Specifically the kitchen has all the equipment you could wish for. There is a lovely outside area with two bbq’s with a large table and cozy garden lights. The pool is big and self-cleaning, with a lot of space to sunbathe or relax in the shade. The house itself has 4 large perfect and with taste decorated bedrooms and one smaller bedroom. All beds are double, there is one big room with an extra single bed next to the double bed. Everything is a lot more beautiful than what you can see on the pictures. There is a boulangerie 5 min drive and on Saturday and Wednesday there is lovely market in Lavaur. We also had a tasty meal at chez John, make sure to sit outside, because inside is not so cozy. We had lovely stay, thank you very much Marylene and Pierre for the hospitality!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
très belle demeure aménagée avec goût , nombreuses salles d' eau , beaucoup de vaisselle à disposition , très beau jardin ombragé doté d' une grande piscinebelle promenade jusqu' au village d' AmbresProximité de la ville de Lavaur avec toutes les facilités ( commerces , train .. )très belle région , bien nommée " pays de Cocagne"
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Un souvenir formidable

Nous avons passé un séjour formidable dans cette grande maison de famille. Au calme mais a proximité de Lavaur, nous n'avons rencontré aucune contrainte pratique. Le domaine est extraordinaire, plein de recoins dans cet immense jardin. La piscine est très agréable, on peut réellement y nager ce qui n'est pas fréquent. La maison a une vrai âme et nous nous sommes senti comme chez nous très rapidement. Nous y avons fabriqué des souvenirs impérissables. Les propriétaires sont également des personnes très accueillantes et attentives, répondant à toutes questions. Nous ne pouvons que vous recommander cette hébergement.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Property and Hosts

Just returned last Sunday after an absolutely fantastic stay at Bertalai! Amazingly equipped from the kitchen to the smallest ensuite, the hosts really have gone overboard with the facilities provided and the photographs certainly don't do the property justice. The kitchen and cooking facilities are a pleasure to look forward to, exceptionally clean inside and out, we really can't praise the property and hosts enough, pool area a real sun trap all day long Great communication before and after our stay, would highly recommend to the fussiest and most discerning guests and can't wait to go back
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Super hyggelig villa

Hjertelig velkomst af Maryléne og Pierre. Et rigtig hyggeligt hus med plads til os 11 personer. Dejligt stort swimmingpool. Haven er mega hyggelig. Jeg tror jeg talte omkring 17 forskellige steder, hvor man kunne sidde enten i solen eller skygge sammen eller alene. I køkkenet var der alt hvad du skulle bruge og mere til ☺️ Jeg kan varmt anbefale boligen. En varm hilsen til Maryléne og Pierre Marianne fra Danmark
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Truly outstanding holiday home

We originally booked for 2020 but were unable to go because of COVID restrictions. We were grateful that Mylene carried over our booking and overjoyed when we arrived at the house The house is magnificent and the photographs do not do it justice. Other reviews have talked about the decoration and well appointed bathrooms and they are not wrong. We were blown away. So much care, thought and attention has gone in to ensuring guests are comfortable. The beds are top notch, the kitchen is supplied with everything and more you could need to rustle up delicious food, and the grounds provide plenty of spaces to relax together or alone in quiet contemplation. We particularly enjoyed evenings under the trees lit with fairy lights. The downstairs bedroom has rails by the toilet and in the shower for those with mobility needs and there is also a handy rail to help you in and out of the pool if required. I am a wheelchair user and Mylene and her husband went out of their way to ensure I could access the property with a ramp. We have not known a generosity of spirit from property owners in the 20 years we have been visiting France. The house itself is in a quiet location but only a couple of minutes in the car to a boulangerie and five minutes to the town of Lavaur with a great Saturday market and some lovely restaurants. At the end of the road is Chez John which serves delicious food and a ten minute drive will take you to Giroussens for a memorable meal with a gorgeous view over the Tarn. There are lots of places to visit within a thirty minute drive and Toulouse and Albi both forty minutes away are great for culture, eating and shopping! We have only been back in the UK for two days but we’re already hoping to visit again in the future. Thank you Mylene and Pierre!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vacances royales

Vacances sublimes entre amis et famille. Lieu magique et les habitants du Tarn sont d'une extrême gentillesse et nous ne manquerons pas d'un retourner.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Séjour très agréable dans un logement super équipé, spacieux, avec piscine et table de ping-pong.

Logement très bien équipé, parfaitement adapté à un groupe de 3 familles comme nous étions avec 5 petits enfants de 6 à 14 ans. Chambres spacieuses avec salles de bain et toilettes. Espace extérieur spacieux avec belle piscine et table de ping-pong appréciées par tous. Contact avec les propriétaires très agréable, convivial, toujours prêts à nous aider tout en restant discret nous laissant la propriété sous notre complète responsabilité. Tennis tout proche dans le village, très beau golf à 20 mn et de nombreuses visites possibles à moins de 40 km. A conseiller sans hésitation. D’ailleurs nous sommes prêts à y retourner suivant nos disponibilités.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

charmant et reposant

spacieuse et belle maison de caractère, très bien entretenue, grand jardin arboré et ombragé et piscine de grande qualité. Mention spéciale pour la cuisine idéalement équipée pour une grande tablée et les amoureux de la gastronomie. Nous avons également beaucoup apprécié les rapports humains très cordiaux avec les propriétaires. Bref, une excellente expérience de vacances.
Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent séjour entre amis !

Grâce à cette magnifique maison, son emplacement, son superbe jardin et la piscine, nous avons passé d'excellentes vacances. L'accueil est très agréable et sympathique. Mylene et son mari sont toujours présents pour répondre aux questions éventuelles. C'est une très belle destination de vacances au calme et au soleil. Merci Mylene et peut-être à bientôt.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous relaxing week

We were not disappointed when we arrived, we were met and shown around by the hosts. The house is beautiful, filled with all sorts of amazing things. The bedrooms are all decorated beautifully, with comfy beds and plenty of room. The bathrooms are well appointed and clean. The kitchen had everything you could possibly need and enough crockery for an army! The gardens are huge and full of beautiful plants, with many areas to sit and while away an afternoon in the sunshine. There is a BBQ to use as well as a table tennis table which the children loved. The pool is fabulous, the temperature was 26-27 degrees, again plenty of areas to sit and enjoy the sun. All in all, a beautiful house, fab gardens, wonderful hosts who were able to help us with any questions we had and a super pool. We had a wonderful relaxing week in this great home. Thank you Marylene and Pierre for a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

An absolutely fabulous stay in beautiful, peaceful surroundings

It's very difficult to get a true idea of this property without seeing it with your own eyes but it is, in a word, 'Magnifique'. The house is wonderful with a great kitchen, large dining room (although we ate all our meals outside), music room and lots of bedrooms. The walls are covered in works of art and lined with book cases giving the whole place a sort of bohemian feel. The grounds themselves, however, are simply breathtaking. They are vast and provided our 3 children no end of opportunities to explore. The whole place is very secure with walls and hedges going right the way round to the remote controlled double gates at the bottom of the drive and unbelievably peaceful - just being able to lounge about outside on one of the myriad sofas/outdoor beds with a good book whilst knowing that the children are around having a fabulous time playing and investigating and not having to worry about them escaping or getting injured on anything was blissful! I counted 4 outside dining areas but there could well be more and we wasted no time in enjoying our first evening meal outside in the gentle warm evening breeze under one of the large trees perfectly lit with outdoor lights and sipping one of the complimentary bottles of Bordeaux the owners very kindly left for us. The outdoor pool was a very welcome addition and the children loved it - in the pump room the owners have a collection of inflatables (and a pump!) for the pool which gave us all hours (actually, days) of fun whether we wanted to jump in and splash or just lie on one of loungers around the perimeter of the pool and sunbathe. There's also a swing and a couple of other rope 'toys' hanging from one of the larger trees in the property and these, also, were well used during our stay. We found some lovely places to visit nearby: the nearest town of Lavaur a few miles away and slightly further afield (about 30 mins) the very picturesque Albi and even a walk to the local bakery for our morning croissants - there was plenty to do but with everything this property had to offer, we were loathed to do much more than that! We only stayed a week here but both my wife and I wished it could have been for much longer and found that we couldn't stop just looking around us and remarking on the beauty and tranquility of the place.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Formidable séjour!

Cette ravissante maison a accueilli toute la famille durant deux semaines et tout le monde s'y est senti très bien..Un grand jardin et une multitude de petits recoins pour ceux qui veulent la paix, à l'ombre ou au soleil ! Fruits cueillis directement dans le verger! Maison fraîche (malgré la canicule), spacieuse et conviviale. Equipement au top pour les cuisiniers en herbe..Quant au coin piscine: simplement magnifique avec son petit air de Toscane qui nous a fait voyager (sans les inconvénients du genre grève air france en plein mois d'août). Accueil charmant et décontracté. Endroit idéal pour se ressourcer: lire, dessiner, cuisiner, nager ou simplement... rêver. Un grand merci à Pierre et Marylène.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Superbe villa à la campagne

Un îlot de tranquillité dans la douce campagne du Tarn. La maison est superbe, parfaitement équipée, spacieuse. La piscine pour se rafraîchir, le piano pour faire ses gammes, la table extérieure sous un arbre immense pour les longues soirées barbecue/pétanque...et la campagne, magnifique, vallonnée, réjouissante... L'accueil est très convivial, les propriétaires toujours disponibles. Bref, 15 jours passés à Bertalay, passés trop vite!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Très belle propriété au très grand charme

Magnifique demeure familiale très bien décorée et très bien entretenue. Cuisine de rêve pour les apprentis cuisiniers. Maison très bien équipée. Divers espaces extérieurs pour s'isoler, se reposer, déjeuner ou dîner. Grande piscine malheureusement non chauffée et peu exposée au soleil, d'où une eau assez fraîche. Christophe et Anne-France
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Séjour parfait !

Cette maison a un charme vraiment particulier où l'on se sent comme chez soi. Très spacieuse toutes les pièces sont à découvrir avec bonheur. Pour les mélomanes le piano à queue est un vrai régal. Le jardin est dans le même acabit avec énormément de coins aménagés et ombragés ou l'on peut se prélasser au calme. La piscine ne dénote pas non plus et suffisamment spacieuse pour y passer des moments très agréables. Très bien situé juste à côté du charmant village de Lavaur, on peut facilement accéder à Toulouse ou Albi. Pour finir, des propriétaires qui font tout leur possible pour que l'on s'y sente bien. Un grand merci à vous.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Une location exceptionnelle

La location de Bertelai est exceptionnelle. La maison est idéalement située. Elle est à côté de la commune de Lavaur qui a beaucoup de charme et qui est très accueillante. Il y a des visites très intéressantes à faire dans la région. La maison est magnifique, spacieuse avec une décoration étoffée. La literie est d'excellente qualité et la cuisine est très bien équipée. Les hôtes sont accueillants et veillent à ce que l'on se sente à l'aise. Le jardin est tout simplement sublime. Il a beaucoup de charme et recèle de petits coins propices au repos et à la détente. La location est idéale pour un séjour au calme en famille.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2016
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10/10 Excellent

Excellent séjour

Nous avons bien apprécié cette très belle maison qui a beaucoup de charme, très bien décorée avec une grande piscine agréable pour nager. Il y a tout ce qu'il faut pour bien cuisiner. Les propriétaires sont charmants.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Magnifique maison

Cette maison dépasse les informations de l'annonce . Dès que l'on y entre, l'atmosphère familiale et chaleureuse nous accueille. Merci à Mylène et Pierre qui, en toute confiance, nous confient les clés. Le jardin est merveilleux, chacun peut y trouver son coin. Très belle piscine dans un cadre champêtre. Excellents commerces de proximité à courte distance à Lavaur. Nous ne pouvons que recommander ce bel endroit.
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10/10 Excellent

Enthousiaste

Nous avons passé 15 jours dans une grande maison, pleine de charme, décorée avec goût et donnant le sentiment d'être chez soi. La maison est spacieuse, agréablement fraîche, grandes chambres, literie très confortable, cuisine impressionnante, vaste et très bien équipée. L'extérieur de la maison est lui aussi très plaisant: lieux ensoleillés alternant avec endroits ombragés, multiples massifs de fleurs, pelouse et magnifique piscine. Le lieu est très calme et reposant. Tout est très bien entretenu, il fait bon y vivre. La maison est très bien située permettant de rayonner facilement dans le Tarn. Et enfin, ce qui est important pour nous, les propriétaires sont très accueillants et sympathiques.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2016
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10/10 Excellent

Un séjour de rêve !

La maison a le charme de ces grandes propriétés de famille où l'on se sent comme chez soi. Les pièces sont spacieuses, agréables à vivre, baignées de lumière et d'une propreté irréprochable. Côté cuisine, entre les appareils et le matériel à disposition, on pourrait y faire un concours de cordon bleu. Dans le grand jardin, de multiples endroits où l'on peut lire au calme ou se reposer à l'ombre ou encore profiter de la grande piscine à l'abri des regards. La gentillesse et la prévenance des propriétaires à l'égard de leurs locataires est un atout indéniable dans la réussite d'un séjour au parcours sans faute.