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Welcome to Bijou Barn - you're going to love it, here.
Oh yes unicorns do exist!
Secluded pool area surrounded by hedges... it's all yours to enjoy.
Relax in the 200 year old lounge. Stone and wooden beams create a natural bliss.
Our open plan kitchen is a very social place to be!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Montcuq-En-Quercy-Blanc, Occitanie
  • Château de Chambert Winery
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Château Lacapelle Cabanac
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Château de Bonaguil
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Cahors (ZAO-Lalbenque)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Diamond

1 King Bed

Sapphire

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom Diamond

Bathtub · Toilet

Sapphire Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Bijou Barn with Sophisticated Charm. Peaceful Retreat for Four. Secluded Pool.

Welcome to Bijou Barn where we combine modern luxuries with traditional French style to create the perfect holiday retreat for four in the wonderful Lot region (now called Occitanie) of South West France.

Bijou Barn is about 200 years old and has been lovingly restored to provide a light and airy living space with 2 spacious ensuite double bedrooms, an open plan kitchen and oodles of outdoor space.

CHECK OUT OUR NEW MOVIE! You'll find it after the second image in our photos. It only takes a minute and hopefully will convey why Bijou Barn is perfect for your next trip to France.

The secluded 5 x10m private pool, outdoor terrace with BBQ and flower filled garden with vegetable patch, make outdoor living effortless and tranquil.

But don't take our word for it - look at our reviews and if you have any questions, please get in touch as we would love to hear from you and talk through how Bijou Barn can be your home from home holiday destination.

Property manager

Jane Innes

Languages

English, French

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Outdoor space
Breakfast available
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Bijou Barn is situated in a very tranquil area, so please be considerate of others when you are staying in our home and enjoying the outdoor areas.
We love having a pool and want you to enjoy it just as much as we do, so please follow the guidelines regarding the pool, 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
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

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

About the area

Montcuq-en-Quercy-Blanc

Located in Montcuq-en-Quercy-Blanc, this holiday home is in a rural area. Château de Chambert Winery and Montcuq Tower are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Château Lacapelle Cabanac and Château Latuc. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding.
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Montcuq-En-Quercy-Blanc, Occitanie

What's nearby

  • Château de Chambert Winery - 13 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Château Lacapelle Cabanac - 14 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Château de Bonaguil - 31 min drive - 29.1 km
  • Pont Valentre - 33 min drive - 29.7 km
  • Cahors Cathedral - 33 min drive - 33.0 km

Getting around

  • Monsempron-Libos Station - 27 min drive
  • Agen (AGF-La Garenne) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café de France - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant l'Ecole - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Titi Pizz - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪La Gariotte - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪L'oustal Restaurant - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Bijou Barn with Sophisticated Charm. Peaceful Retreat for Four. Secluded Pool. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Bijou Barn with Sophisticated Charm. Peaceful Retreat for Four. Secluded Pool. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bijou Barn with Sophisticated Charm. Peaceful Retreat for Four. Secluded Pool.?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bijou Barn with Sophisticated Charm. Peaceful Retreat for Four. Secluded Pool.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bijou Barn with Sophisticated Charm. Peaceful Retreat for Four. Secluded Pool. located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Château de Chambert Winery, Montcuq Tower and Quercy Blanc Tourist Office. Château Lacapelle Cabanac and Château Latuc are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christian Z.

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

Oase der Ruhe

Wir verbrachten Anfang August zwei wundervoll entspannte Wochen in Bijou Barn mit unseren beiden Kindern (5 und 7 Jahre). Die Begrüßung von Jane und Graham war sehr herzlich und wir fühlten uns von Beginn an sehr wohl. Sie standen uns jederzeit für Fragen hilfsbereit zur Verfügung, hielten sich jedoch gleichzeitig sehr dezent im Hintergrund. Das Haus, sowie das gesamte Grundstück sind traumhaft und entsprechen der Beschreibung. Der abgeschiedene Pool mit Lavendelbüschen und Weinreben ist sehr idyllisch und lädt zum Verweilen und Schwimmen ein. Ein echtes Highlight für unsere Kinder. Der Blick von der Terrasse auf die Felder ist einzigartig und die Ruhe sehr wohltuend. Wir sagen vielen Dank für einen wundervollen Urlaub und können Bijou Barn jedem weiter empfehlen, der einen ruhigen naturverbundenen Urlaub mag.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Claire H.

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

Luxury in the Lot!

We have a fabulous week staying at Bijou Barn and Graham and Jane were fantastic hosts, greeting us when we arrived on the first day and seeing us off on the morning we left. The barn is beautifully laid out, furnished and tastefully decorated. It has everything you could need for a comfortable stay. We used the pool a couple of times but as it doesn't have a cover it was too cold for us to go in most days. Instead, we spent a lot of time down at the local lake which was lovely and warm and has a fantastic wibit adventure course which the children loved going on. I would highly recommend Bijou Barn to other holiday goers!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nina F.

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

Wundervoll!

Wir haben mit unseren Kindern (12, 15J.) im August zwei wundervolle Wochen in Bijou Barn verbracht. Schon bei unserer Ankunft wurden wir von Jane und Graham sehr herzlich mit kalten Getränken begrüßt und haben uns sofort wohl gefühlt. Das Haus ist genauso wie auf den Bildern gezeigt, sehr groß und geräumig und mit viel Liebe zum Detail eingerichtet. Wir konnten uns nicht entscheiden, welcher unser Lieblingsplatz war, die Terrasse mit dem herrlichen Blick in die Weite und die Natur oder der große Pool, umgeben von Lavendelbüschen, deren Duft je nach Wind zu den Liegen herüberwehte. Wir haben viele Ausflüge in die Umgebung unternommen und waren nachmittags immer wieder glücklich, in unsere Wohlfühloase zurückzukehren, um dort zu entspannen. Jane und Graham waren tolle Gastgeber und standen jederzeit für Fragen und Tipps zur Verfügung. Wir sagen vielen Dank für diesen tollen Urlaub und können Bijou Barn jedem empfehlen, der Ruhe und Erholung in der Natur sucht.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

eric l.

Trés agréable séjour dans le Lot

Une très jolie maison en pierres, avec un grand espace de vie et une ambiance très agréable. Avec en plus un accueil chaleureux
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne L., Suffolk, UK

Amazing, sophisticated, spacial barn conversion!

From the moment we arrived we knew we were in for a treat! It's a beautiful property both inside and out, tranquil but not remote or isolated. There are 2 main seating areas, one where the gas BBQ is and the other looking out over the fields and beyond. The main room is visually stunning and the 2 main bedrooms have doors leading off of this space. The kitchen is perfectly situated and central to all outside areas. The 3rd bedroom is a little away from the main hub of the house, in the oldest part of the building, and as a result a very cool ambience resides. The pool is stunning and very private, set amongst lavender and grape vines. During our stay, at the end of August, the grapes - and the abundance of figs - were ripe and delicious! Montcuq is the nearest supplies village and it is a lovely place. The market on Sundays was inspirational for meal planning, and the friendly atmosphere was almost carnival-like. The nearest place to eat - "Nadines" in St Matre - provided an excellent lunch which was exceptionally good value for money. There really was nothing which did not meet and exceed our expectations and the icing on the cake were 2 of the loveliest people you could hope to meet who gave us their home for 2 weeks. Thank you so much Graham and Jane, we will see you next year!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tracy H.

Beautifully presented, comfortable, spacious barn in a lovely part of France

We were warmly welcomed by hosts Jane and Graham upon our arrival. They gave us a tour of their beautiful house ensuring that we knew where everything was and how to use appliances etc. They provided us with essentials such as local ham, bread and melon and beer and wine! This was much appreciated, thank you. The barn is extremely comfortable for family living with plenty of space for our teenagers to have their own "me-time" The pool area is very private and offers both shade and sunny areas when lounging. The gardens of the barn are beautiful and again very spacious. The gas barbeque was used by us many times and again this is a lovely area to sit in the evening. Our favourite seating area was to the rear of the property, where we sat most nights watching the sunset and then an excellent area for star gazing! We also saw deer in the fields beyond the barn here and birds of prey. The view is stunning and very peaceful. The bedrooms of the barn are all very tastefully presented and very comfortable. We enjoyed visits to many surrounding towns including Montcuq, Puy Leveque (you can hire kayaks from here - we did!), Cahors and if you fancy a longer drive Saint Cirq Lapopie is definitely worth a visit! The local markets are well worth a visit too with plenty of local produce to try! We would love to return to Jane and Graham's beautiful house and would highly recommend it.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

simone f.

A wonderful relaxing holiday

We enjoyed a very relaxing fortnight at Jane and Graham's house. The children really enjoyed the pool and we spent many a lazy evening sitting on the terrace watching the deer and sunset. The Lot region was a real surprise to us. It was so quiet and beautiful. For the children the bonus was the lake with the giant inflatable. Thank you to both Graham and Jane for sharing their home.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jon H.

Fabulous!

The location was stunning, with friendly hosts and French neighbours. There is so much to do and interesting places to visit. Children loved the lake with the Aquazone and beach. Barn was gorgeous, and bigger than expected. It had all what we needed and more! Thank you to the owners, Jane and Graham.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nick W.

Luxury, family friendly holiday property

Graham and Jane are hospitable hosts, and we thoroughly enjoyed our holiday in their beautiful barn. The house itself provide a fantastic base for exploring around the Dordogne and Lot regions, as well as providing various sitting areas, great for family time, as well as secluded areas for quiet reading times. Instruction to find the house is easy to follow, and the surrounding fields are covered with beautiful sun flowers. Our boys (age 12 and 9) throughly enjoyed the visits to a lake in nearby Montcuq, with floating Aquazone, and the water was beautiful emerald green and crystal clear for swimming. And last but not least, the barbeque and pool areas are so well laid out and inviting, we all had a truly wonderful time, and left feeling truly refreshed. Thank you again for your hospitality.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lovely place to stay in a lovely area

Bijou Barn was as nice as it looked on the website, it's spacious, well appointed and comfortable. The garden was lovely with a secluded pool which was very well maintained. If you can drag yourselves away there is beautiful scenery with hilltop villages to explore, vineyards and of course the river Lot. The owners Jane and Graham are very friendly, nothing being too much trouble. We can thoroughly recommend the barn and hope to return some day.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jonathon P.

What an impressive home

We have had the most wonderful stay at Bijou Barn - what an impressive home, both stylishly quirky and stunning. The bedrooms were unique and very luxurious. The pool was fantastic and it was great to relax in the garden or on the terraces. We also enjoyed exploring the many places of interest the area had to offer, when we could tear ourselves away from the house. We will definitely be back.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ranila B.

Lovely home in a tranquil setting

We loved our holiday in Caux Haute. Its a beautiful converted farmhouse/barn. Its a great location too as you can be in Cahor in 30 minutes. The nearby village of Montcuq is big enough to have all the amenities but small enough to be charming! The house has all the stuff you could possibly need with a pool and ample space outside to tire out bisterous children. We would definitely recommend the lovely barn holiday to anyone.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Chris K.

A Fabulous Retreat!

On our arrival we were really warmly greeted by Jane and Graham with a cold beer and soft drinks (for the children) at their peaceful barn in the hamlet of Caux. Jane and Graham gave us a tour of the property to make sure we felt at home. A really nice start to two idyllic weeks. The barn is absolutely beautiful. We were surprised by the size of the barn and bedrooms - huge! The barn is really light and airy and tastefully decorated. Think luxury! The bedrooms are also luxurious...lots of beams and natural stone all brought together with contemporary fixtures and fittings. If you somehow fail to miss the wow factor inside the property just take a look at over the countryside from the terraces. Beautiful...peaceful...and relaxing. We regularly spotted deer and birds of prey. The pool is perfect and manages to capture the sun from early morning until late evening. The pool was cleaned twice during our stay by Ruud who provided us with lots of local knowledge about what to see and do. Ruud's knowledge complimented the welcome pack that Jane had provided. A really nice guy. There are some fantastic hilltop villages within a few km's of the barn. The Lot river is also on your doorstep. Travelling is a delight as traffic is virtually non-existent. The barn was spotless on our arrival. Jane and Graham had also provided us with some essentials to see us through until the next day. A really nice surprise. It was with a heavy heart that we left the barn after two weeks. We have spent 17 years holidaying in France and would love to visit the barn again as it really is very special.

About the host

Hosted by Jane Innes

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We are a fun loving husband and wife team with a passion for skiing, sailing, motorbikes and cycling.

We both work in the customer service, hospitality and travel industries so hope that our skills learned in these areas will help us to make your holiday truly memorable.

Our love of food, drink and adventure means that we are well equipped to seek out the best places in the area for you to experience.

Just tell us what you want from your holiday and we will suggest ideas to make your stay absolutely perfect.

Why they chose this property

We have just realised a life long dream of making our home in France. We spent much time finding the perfect place and believe we have found it here. We would like to share this jewel which is Bijou Barn with you.

We love this region because the tranquility of the area combines brilliantly with the hustle and bustle of the many hilltop towns and villages each with their own unique character and immense beauty.

There is so much to do. Saunter your cares away by the river, get inspired as you wander around a local market, sample the endless supply of local delicacies, meet the wine growers to learn about their craft and enjoy a tasting or cycle along quiet country roads which stitch together the multi coloured patchwork of the rolling hills.

What makes this property unique

We would describe Bijou Barn as sophisticated vintage with all the mod-cons oozing French style and a contemporary twist.

The spacious yet quirky bedrooms called Diamond and Sapphire, have double height ceilings with doors leading into the garden.

Diamond
This delightful room is an oasis of calm with its super kingsize bed and rolltop bath. There's plenty of storage space for clothes and toiletries so you'll feel at home in no time at all.

Sapphire
This double room with beautiful exposed stone offers tranquility at its best. Our guests just love the shower area made of stone - we bring the outdoors inside. Again plenty of storage for all your things.

The outdoor space is as important as the interior so there's an outdoor terrace for alfresco eating, a gas BBQ and a wonderful secluded pool area reached through a vine covered terrace.

We hope that we have created the perfect holiday retreat for you to come and visit year after year.

Languages:

English, French
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