Domaine de Baulieu

Toulouse, Gers & Vallée du Tarn


This haven of peace and tranquillity set in a converted farmhouse is situated in glorious countryside 2.5km east of town. There are 19 immaculate rooms, some with soul-stirring hill views, a superb pool and a relaxing garden. Chef Maxime Deschamps creates mouth-watering menus (€19 to €52) at the on-site restaurant. A safe choice.


Lonely Planet's must-see attractions

Nearby Toulouse, Gers & Vallée du Tarn attractions

1. Escalier Monumental

1.52 MILES

These 374 stone steps flow luxuriantly from place Salinis, behind Auch’s cathedral, to bd Sadi Carnot by the Gers River, over a drop of 35m. Scenic…

2. Cathédrale Ste-Marie

1.6 MILES

Even travellers weary of traipsing around yet another French church will be delighted by Auch’s Unesco World Heritage–listed cathedral, a flamboyant late…

3. Lectoure

19.86 MILES

It's something of a surprise to come across a place of such historical wealth in such a remote part of the Gers département, well away from any major…

4. Abbaye de Flaran

20.92 MILES

This serene Cistercian abbey is one of the loveliest in the Gers département. Founded in 1151 and guarded by a 14th-century fortress door, it was…

5. Château du Busca Maniban

21.76 MILES

This magnificent château, 10km south of Condom on the D229, has been distilling Armagnac since the mid-17th century. It's not the place for a guided…

6. Les Jardins de Coursiana

23.88 MILES

These landscaped gardens in La Romieu were laid out in 1974 by a local agricultural engineer. More than 700 trees and rare plants flourish in the four…

7. Collégiale St-Pierre

24.08 MILES

A twin-towered medieval church and cloisters is the focal point of tiny La Romieu, 12km northeast of Condom. This lonely village outpost first sprang up…

8. Maison Natale de Pierre Fermat

24.82 MILES

The life and works of 17th-century mathematician Pierre de Fermat spring to life through puzzles, games and panels (in French) at this small museum within…