Calbertix
Natural Cevennes

Rural Gite
certified "Accueil Paysan"
Cevennes National Park
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Panorama of Calberte Country in the Cevennes Valleys

The Bancilhon Farm

Sabine Leroy - F-48370 St Germain de Calberte - +33 (0)4 66.45.92.78

In the heart of the Cevennes forest, within the protected area of the Cevennes National Park (mid-mountain range), these gites are part of a fully restored traditional farmhouse, with direct access to major hiking trails. You'll discover the local fauna, flora, and preserved landscapes throughout your walks.

IDA logo At night, our celestial vault lights up and reveals what appears to be a strange cloud, or is it a veil? In fact, it's the Milky Way!

In 2018, the International Dark-Sky Association awarded the RICE label, making the Cevennes National Park
Europe's largest dark sky reserve.
Accueil Paysan Label Accueil Paysan Label Print

Children and parents will discover fruit and vegetable farming activities as well as farm animals. Some products are available for purchase on-site, depending on the season and availability.

These high-comfort gites are certified "Accueil Paysan". They consist of:

1. 2-bedroom gite: Le Fenil

Le Fenil living room
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Park Spirit

  • The first bedroom has a double bed (140cm) with bedside tables and a wardrobe
  • The second bedroom has twin beds (90cm) with bedside tables and a wardrobe
  • The living area includes a kitchen corner, a two-seater sofa and an armchair, a large table with chairs, color TV, TNT decoder and DVD/DivX player. The kitchen is equipped with a 4-burner cooktop (mixed gas/electric), grill-oven, microwave, refrigerator, freezer, dishwasher, and rustic-style storage units
  • The bathroom, accessible separately from both bedrooms, is equipped with a bathtub, a bathroom cabinet with mirror, sink, and bidet
  • The WC is separate from the bathroom
  • Access to a shared washing machine
  • Baby cot, high chair, and extra bed available (must be reserved in advance)

2. 1-bedroom gite: La Clède

La Clède living room
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  • This gite spans two levels, both with ground-level access. An interior staircase (with child protection) connects them
  • The downstairs bedroom has a double bed (140cm) and a single bed (90cm), with bedside tables and wardrobe
  • The upstairs living area includes a kitchen corner, a 140cm sofa bed, table, chairs, a dresser with color TV, TNT decoder and DVD/DivX player. The kitchen is equipped with a 4-burner cooktop, grill-oven, microwave, refrigerator, freezer, dishwasher, and storage units
  • On the same level, the bathroom is equipped with a bathtub, bathroom cabinet with mirror, sink, bidet, and WC
  • Access to a shared washing machine
  • Baby cot, high chair, and extra bed available (must be reserved in advance)

3. 1-bedroom gite: La Magnanerie

La Magnanerie bedroom
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  • This gite accommodates 2 to 5 people. It's particularly suitable for a couple with 1 to 3 children
  • The living room features a click-clack sofa bed, TV, and DVD/DivX player
  • The round table can seat 6 people
  • The kitchen is equipped with 3 gas burners and 1 electric hob, a combination convection-grill-microwave oven, refrigerator, freezer, dishwasher, and storage units
  • The bedroom has a double bed (140cm) and bunk beds (suitable for children and adults)
  • The bathroom is equipped with a shower, sink, bathroom cabinet with mirror, bidet, and WC
  • Access to a shared washing machine
  • Baby cot and high chair available (must be reserved in advance)

Each gite opens onto a meadow, where you'll find garden furniture and a barbecue. You can enjoy your meals and cook outdoors.

Natural pool A swimming pool (9.20m long, 4.50m wide) is available from June 10th to September 9th. It includes a paddling pool for young children. There's also a leisure area with a ping-pong table and a petanque court. Those who prefer culture to television will enjoy our varied library and board games. We also have toys for young children.

Aerial view These independent gites are part of a fully restored farmhouse, built with dry stone walls and covered with stone slates, situated on a 7-hectare property.

The house is 200m from the communal road and is accessed via a private paved road.

As members of the Cévennes Ecotourism Association since 2007, we are committed to developing ecological, dynamic, and sustainable tourism.

Cévennes Eco Logo We have committed to this by signing the
European Charter for Sustainable Tourism
in collaboration with the
Cevennes National Park.

A thoughtful approach to maintaining the grounds around the gites has allowed
the flourishing of rich vegetation, dotted with numerous wildflowers.

Sheep help with clearing undergrowth, lawn areas are not cut too short, and some areas are left wild.

Butterfly Many flowers are planted or sown and bloom according to the seasons. Pesticides are banned.

This environment promotes the reproduction and development of numerous butterfly species. Currently, nearly 50 species have been identified around the house. Sabine will be delighted to help you discover them.

You'll enjoy the guided tour of the property, which will enlighten you about the history of this farm, already documented in the Middle Ages.

PNC Logo In the morning, curious children can participate in the daily care of farm animals.

As part of the Nature Festival organized by the national park, you can access free guided walks, exhibitions, and discovery workshops of high quality. Other cultural and sports activities are also available.

The center of Saint-Germain de Calberte village is only 6km away. You'll find all shops and services there, as well as a multipurpose hall where selected films are shown throughout the year.

Nearby, there are two tennis courts, a horse riding center, and a municipal swimming pool with a lifeguard (swimming lessons available in summer).

2025 RATES
Open from April 26th to September 20th, 2025
Swimming pool open from Saturday June 21st to Saturday September 6th
1 week, all charges included
High season 		1-bedroom gite 2-bedroom gite
July and August €590 €690
Special offer for weeks
July 5th to 19th
and August 23rd to 30th 		€590 €490 €690 €590
 
Low season (until July 5th and from August 30th)
1 week (7 nights) €360 €390
6 nights €320 €350
5 nights €280 €310
4 nights €240 €270
3 nights or less, flat rate €200 €230

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A warm welcome awaits you.

Visit our Facebook page, where Sabine shares life on our small farm and its animals, as well as her discoveries of local fauna and flora.

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Neighboring villages in the canton of St Germain de Calberte include: Cassagnas, Le Collet de Dèze, St André de Lancize, St Etienne Vallée Française, St Hilaire de Lavite, St Martin de Boubaux, St Martin de Lansuscle, St Maurice de Ventalon, St Michel de Dèze, St Privat de Vallongue and Ste Croix Vallée Française. All are located in the Lozère department, forming a point that extends into the Gard. The nearest cities are Alès via La Grand Combe, St Jean du Gard, Anduze, Florac and Mende. Tourist sites that can be visited in a day: Mont Aigoual and Mont Lozère, The Causse Méjean, the Jonte gorges and the Tarn gorges via Ste Enimie.