Country farmhouse for family holidays, pool, free wifi, close to Carcassonne

Country farmhouse for family holidays, pool, free wifi, close to Carcassonne

Photo gallery for Country farmhouse for family holidays, pool, free wifi, close to Carcassonne

Traditional stone cottage and sun-drenched swimming pool in heart of France.
Very sheltered and sunny terrace with outdoor dining area and BBQ.
Sunny swimming pool with lawn and natural stone surround.  Perfect for children.
Outdoor dining and private sunny terrace.  Have lunch by the pool and lawn.
Pool

Overview of Country farmhouse for family holidays, pool, free wifi, close to Carcassonne

4.8 out of 5 Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Gym

Explore the area

Aigues-Vives, Occitanie
  • Popular LocationCanal du Midi3 min drive
  • Popular LocationOccitania Truffle House11 min drive
  • Popular LocationChateau Comtal20 min drive
  • AirportCastres (DCM-Mazamet)81 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Country farmhouse for family holidays, pool, free wifi, close to Carcassonne

This beautiful farmhouse is set in the private grounds of Chateau Clos des Archers in the centre of a historic medieval village 15 minutes from the City of Carcassonne. The house is surrounded by beautiful sunny gardens and has a wonderful sheltered swimming pool. It is ideal for a family holiday and for a safe, quiet haven. The village is on the edge of the historic Etaing de Marseillette with miles of easy cycling on quiet country lanes to explore. It has a bakery & bar with excellent shops & restaurants close by. It is also the heart of the Minervois wine region & vineyards & close to the Canal du Midi. Only 45 minutes from the sea, the property is also close to the lakes & mountains & perfect for activity and family holidays or a quiet romantic break.


Activities: We can provide the following activities and services on request and subject to production of necessary licenses and/or insurance. Prices on request.

Canoes and Cayaking expeditions
Walking and cycling tours
Catermaran Sailing
4 x 4 Landcruiser Safari
Quad bike safari
Horse riding expeditions
Fishing with local guide in the lakes and rivers of Minervois
Wine tastings, tours, vineyard picnics and wine tuition.

Catering and Chef services: If you want a special dinner preparing we can also arrange this for you.

Property manager

Alex and Pipa Francis

Languages

English, French, Spanish
Lock

Protect your payment — always book on Vrbo

If someone asks you to book through them or pay them directly before you book on Vrbo, report it.

Amenities

Pool
Gym

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We ask all guests to treat the property with respect and to leave in in the same clean state as on arrival, especially the kitchen. All rubbish shoul
Arrival and Departure dates should be Saturday or Sunday unless otherwise agreed.

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
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector 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

Aigues-Vives

Located in Aigues-Vives, this farm stay is in a rural area and near theme parks. Domaine de Massiac and Domaine Les Penitents Bleu are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Haut-Languedoc Regional Nature Park and Canal du Midi. Jet skiing and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and horse riding nearby.

What's nearby

  • Canal du Midi - 3 min drive
  • Occitania Truffle House - 11 min drive
  • Le Musee de la Torture de Carcassone - 18 min drive
  • Chateau Comtal - 20 min drive
  • Narbonnaise Gate - 22 min drive

Getting around

  • Lézignan-Corbières Station - 25 min drive
  • Carcassonne (CCF-Pays Cathare) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • La Boutique - 9 min drive
  • Trattoria Napoli - 12 min drive
  • Les Vignes de Bacchus - 12 min drive
  • Bar café - 10 min drive
  • Domaine Py - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Country farmhouse for family holidays, pool, free wifi, close to Carcassonne pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Country farmhouse for family holidays, pool, free wifi, close to Carcassonne?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Country farmhouse for family holidays, pool, free wifi, close to Carcassonne?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Country farmhouse for family holidays, pool, free wifi, close to Carcassonne located?

This family-friendly Aigues-Vives farm stay is located in a rural location, 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Canal du Midi, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Occitania Truffle House and Caunes Minervois Abbey. St. Julian's and St. Basil's Church and Domaine de Massiac are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

4.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 5 - Excellent. 31 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Good. 5 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 3 - Okay. 1 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 1 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews" "

4.9/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

4.9/5

Location

4.8/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Joseph R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Truly Amazing and Authentic
This has to be the nicest place we have ever stayed in. The location of the property is very handy to local shops, amazing restaurants and the best thing about, France the patisserie's. Alex and Pippa are very welcoming and share great knowledge of the local area including recommendations for day trips, where to eat and good wine of course. The House itself is breath taking. A beautiful two bedroom cottage opposite the main house with the most stunning garden and refreshing pool. We spent all hours of the hot afternoons sunbathing and swimming. We would 100% recommend this place to anyone wanting to get away from the busyness of the city and truly immerse yourself into the village lifestyle. Thanks again for a unforgettable stay. J and C
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2023

5/5 Excellent

Danny B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely break at a lovely cottage in a quiet French village
My wife and I, along with our 21-month-old daughter had a magical stay. Pipa and Alex are the perfect hosts and are on hand should you need anything. The village is quiet (what we wanted) but there are larger towns with supermarkets et al a short drive away. Would recommend hiring bikes from Trèbes and cycling to Carcassone. Would very much recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

5/5 Excellent

Michael F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful week in Southern France
We stayed here as a family with two children. This property was ideal. The pool was great and there were plenty of activities to keep the children occupied, including collecting eggs from the chickens. The location of the property was in a small rural village which offered peace and quiet. There are plenty of amenities nearby and there is no shortage of places to visit. The owners were very accommodating and were always available to answer any questions and suggest things to do and places to visit. Overall, we were delighted with the property and would highly recommend to other families.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

5/5 Excellent

Mark H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely house in beautiful rural setting with outstanding hosts
This lovely cottage is in a very small village not far from Carcassonne. So a chance to stay somewhere off the beaten track - away from tourist hot spots - but with great places to visit within easy driving distance. Alex and Pippa were super hosts - made us feel very at home. Some great suggestions of things to do and places to see which really made our holiday. Thoroughly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

About the host

Hosted by Alex and Pipa Francis

Host profile image
We moved from London to France in 2003 with our six children and bought Clos des Archers in 2004. It has been a labour of love restoring this 19th century Maison de Maitre and the cottage and grounds. We work in the wine business and we wanted to be closer to our producers.

Why they chose this property

We were looking for a large family house and one which also offered the possibility of guest accommodation for friends and family. We fell in love with the lovely proportions of all the rooms, the space and quietness of the grounds and the huge potential of the house. We were looking for somewhere that was rural but not isolated and it is quite rare to find houses of this size in a village and with substantial outside space. Being just 20 minutes from Carcassonne is a big advantage.

What makes this property unique

The orientation of the property is such that there is always a sunny and sheltered corner to be found throughout the day. The high walls (Cloister) provide privacy and shade when needed. The terraces are in full sun in the summer, as is the pool. Having proper lawn is also a great advantage for lying out in the sun while the house provides much needed shade on the north lawn for small children to play outside. The house and bedrooms never get too hot in the summer.
The surrounding countryside is so beautiful,with many lovely walks and rides leading away from the village. Within a short drive you can be up in the mountains and lakes and streams or down at the coast. It is a really safe village and area for children and everyone looks out for each other.

Languages:

English, French, Spanish
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback

More Holiday Rentals ideas

People also search for