Charming cottage with large pool, garden & views of Pyrénées, near Carcassonne

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Sunbathing area in the back garden with views to the hilltop villages

Spacious sunny lounge with access to outdoor terrace and garden

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 470 sq m

Popular amenities

Pool

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Check out the area

Carcassonne, Occitanie

Canal du Midi Harbor Master's Office15 min walk
Chateau Comtal4 min drive
Narbonnaise Gate6 min drive
Toulouse (TLS-Blagnac)65 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

This charming, authentic 2-bed cottage is nestled in the hillside between the medieval village of Montazels and the lively market town of Espéraza in the beautiful Aude Valley, near the Corbières Massif, in the sought-after south-west of France.

The cottage is located within easy walking distance of Espéraza's shops, restaurants, cafés, bars, and famous markets. It boasts a large private swimming pool with a sunny, secluded garden with stunning views over the foothills of the Pyrenees and up towards the pretty hilltop village of Rennes-le-Château. It is perfectly situated for a relaxing holiday in the beautiful Aude Valley. A hidden gem in the South of France that enjoys an average of 300 days of sun per year!

Visit Cathar castles; kayak in the nearby River Aude; eat at some of the region's best restaurants; cook with fresh ingredients bought at the local market, and enjoy the wonderful wine from France's biggest wine region - alongside the famous local Blanquette de Limoux.

Property manager

Fabien & Ben

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Free WiFi

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Travel cot and high chair available upon request

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 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

Carcassonne

Located in Carcassonne, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. Maison des Memoires and St. Vincent Church are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Raymond Chesa Leisure Park and Canal du Midi. Discover the area's water adventures with rafting and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails.

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Carcassonne, Occitanie

What's nearby

Canal du Midi Harbor Master's Office - 15 min walk
Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne - 17 min walk
Aude Gate - 3 min drive
Chateau Comtal - 4 min drive
Narbonnaise Gate - 6 min drive

Getting around

Carcassonne Station - 17 min walk
Carcassonne (CCF-Pays Cathare) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

Brasserie A 4 temps - 7 min walk
Le Café de la Comédie - 8 min walk
Brasserie des Platanes - 8 min walk
L'Artichaut - 10 min walk
Le Longchamp - 10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Charming cottage with large pool, garden & views of Pyrénées, near Carcassonne have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Charming cottage with large pool, garden & views of Pyrénées, near Carcassonne pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming cottage with large pool, garden & views of Pyrénées, near Carcassonne?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming cottage with large pool, garden & views of Pyrénées, near Carcassonne?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming cottage with large pool, garden & views of Pyrénées, near Carcassonne located?

This family-friendly Carcassonne cottage is located in the mountains, within a 10-minute walk of Tennis Asptt Carcassonne, Theatre Jean-Alary and Maison des Memoires. Canal du Midi and Parc du Père Noël are also within 15 minutes. Carcassonne Station is 17 minutes by foot.

9.4

Exceptional

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8.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

8.4/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Holly H.

7 Aug 2023

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

Family Holiday with Teens

Perfect mix of rustic charm and mod cons. Very quiet and private pool area with extra outdoor towels, good parasol and comfy loungers. Useful extra touches like amazing BBQ, sharp knives, bluetooth speaker, mosquito supplies, etc.. Short walk to Esperaza, which is a friendly town with some good bars and restaurants. Thank you 😊

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Graham K., Bridgwater

25 Sept 2020

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

A great holiday

Excellent in all respects

Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jacky T.

16 Sept 2019

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

Lovely cottage in beautiful setting.

A lovely cottage in a quiet village location. Well equipped kitchen, comfortable beds and cosy lounge. A good sized sunny garden with comfy loungers. A great area for walking, canoeing, historic castles and towns ... cycling for the very fit as it's quite hilly. Spectacular landscape at the base of the Pyrenees, still very green even mid September. Owners have been helpful and prompt to respond to email.

Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Hannah H.

1 Jul 2019

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved it!

We loved our stay, the cottage is beautiful, well equipped and very cosy! The garden is lovely and we had a great time eating outside. We definitely recommend staying here, there's many beautiful villages surrounding the area and it is great for a peaceful countryside retreat. The only issue was that the BBQ was dirty and therefore we didn't use it, but this didn't spoil our trip! :-)

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn T.

14 Oct 2018

Relaxing break

This lovely cottage was perfect for a relaxing week away. Delightful garden with plenty of room to sit out and enjoy the sun. Quiet location but within easy reach of local shops. I would recommend this cottage.

About the host

Hosted by Fabien & Ben

Having lived in France for years and travelled all over the country, we personally fell in love with this region a few years ago, essentially because it is one of the most beautiful and unspoilt areas of France and offers a haven of peace from mass tourism even during the busy summer months. We adore the stunning mountain views, the historic Cathar castles, the unrivalled food and wine, the access to mountain lakes, and the bustling village markets, not to mention the ability to day-trip to great cities like Carcassonne, Béziers, Toulouse, Perpignan and Montpellier, and to the world-class beaches on the south-west coast. We hope you enjoy it as much as we do!

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with the rustic French charm of this rare railway cottage, but also with its huge, 1/2 acre garden which offers incredible views up to hilltop villages and over the foothills of the Pyrenees. It is a haven of peace but also within easy walking distance of Couiza's and Espéraza's shops, markets, bars and restaurants.