La Balie

I have just returned from a wonderful weeks stay at La Balie.I stayed in the 'La Lavandiere' cottage along with my husband and 21 year old daughter.The cottage was immaculately clean and has been finished to a very high standard, it is also all on one level, making it very accessible to everyone.The location of La Balie is truly stunning, the valley of Gavaudun is just a short walk away.If you love the great outdoors and wildlife, you won't be disappointed!Whether you are looking for rest and relaxation or an active holiday La Balie is the perfect base and I would highly recommend a stay.

Fiona created a paradise with a beautiful swimming pool overlooking the hills, flowers at your doorstep, nicely decorated and well equipped holiday homes with private courtyard. We got a personal wellcome at your arrival with local products. She was also very helpful to recommend you some walking trails through the beautiful forrest just 5 min away from La Balie. We did 3 walks together with a lovely family also enjoying La Balie. The domain is a peaceful place. Fiona also recommended a nice restaurant for my son’s birthday in the neighborhood. I have spend a great time with my three kids!

We had a wonderful week at La Balie. The accommodation was perfectly equipped and suited our family including two children aged 5 and 2, and Fiona provided a warm welcome and good suggestions for days out. The gardens were beautifully laid out and the swimming pool a peaceful retreat after spending time exploring the local area where there is lots to do. We would recommend to family and friends and would return too.

Amazing house in beautiful location - one of the best pool views ever. The owner was as charming as the house and location. Interesting places to visit and not too busy or touristy. It was great to hear the birds singing and have a wild rabbit come and visit.

Beautiful location, very high standard of accommodation. Welcoming owner who provided excellent information on where to go and what to do including very good restaurant choices.

Fantastic holiday destination! Fiona was amazing, almost perfect in her ability to be helpful and on hand, yet invisible. Our accommodation was lovely, though the neighbouring family house was a little small for our friends - a family of 5. The setting was as good as the pictures in the brochure! There was a great feel of space and options around the property to play, relax and eat. Highly recommend overall.

Being fellow Sawday's hosts we appreciate it when someone manages to provide an extra special experience for their guests - which Fiona does. La Balie is more of an an exclusive retreat than your usual self-catering rental; a divine salt-water pool outside your door, billowing lavender, charming corners and exquisite taste throughout. The area has plenty of interesting un-touristy towns, markets and craggy castles, but to be honest you may just want to lie back and enjoy the view across the fields from the pool-side instead!

A weekend with friends in a pleasant, calm and relaxing setting. The house has been beautifully renovated and to a high standard, and the interior design has been executed very tastefully. We enjoyed having a bathroom in each room as well as the outdoor pool, set within a perfectly kept garden. The three separate houses, which share common outdoor spaces such as the large table and the pool, allowed us to host a big group in excellent conditions. We also really enjoyed the host’s warm welcome. An experience we would like to have again…

We stayed in La Balie for 3 days during one of those long May French week end with a group a friends, including adults and teenagers. We rented 3 cottages so we had enough intimacy and space for each and we could share collective moments thanks to the the huge outside table and the wonderful swimming pool! The cottage and the garden are just amazing : tasteful decoration and design, well equiped, immaculate... Fiona has been available before and during our stay if required. The surrondings are lovely and full of charming villages, markets and castles...