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

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, internet
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Overview of Country farmhouse for family holidays, pool, free wifi, close to Carcassonne

Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • GymGymGym

Check out the area

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Aigues-Vives, Occitanie
  • Popular LocationChateau Comtal20 min drive
  • Popular LocationHistoric Fortified City of Carcassonne21 min drive
  • Popular LocationNarbonnaise Gate22 min drive
  • AirportCastres (DCM-Mazamet)81 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Aigues-Vives

In Aigues-Vives .A stay at this farm stay places you within half a mile (1 km) of Château l'Amiral and 3 miles (5 km) of Canal du Midi. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Château de Gourgazaud and Occitania Truffle House.
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What's nearby

  • Le Musee de la Torture de Carcassone - 18 min drive
  • Canal du Midi Harbor Master's Office - 20 min drive
  • Chateau Comtal - 20 min drive
  • Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne - 21 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
  • Le Pasteur - 11 min drive
  • Bar café - 10 min drive

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

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Books
  • Foosball table
  • Games
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Music library
  • Sauna
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • Video library
  • Water park

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Private pool
  • TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels

Outdoor space

  • Patio

Food and drink

  • Chef service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available.

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Country Farmhouse Family Holidays Pool Free Wifi Carcassonne
Country Farmhouse Family Holidays Pool Free Wifi Carcassonne

Frequently asked questions

How close is Country farmhouse for family holidays, pool, free wifi, close to Carcassonne to the airport?

This farm stay is 17.9 mi (31-min drive) away from the Carcassonne (CCF-Pays Cathare) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Country farmhouse for family holidays, pool, free wifi, close to Carcassonne have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this farm stay.

How close is Country farmhouse for family holidays, pool, free wifi, close to Carcassonne to the beach?

This farm stay is 13.7 mi (24-min drive) from Centre de secours.

Does Country farmhouse for family holidays, pool, free wifi, close to Carcassonne offer free breakfast?

This farm stay does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Country farmhouse for family holidays, pool, free wifi, close to Carcassonne?

No, there is no casino at this farm stay.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Country farmhouse for family holidays, pool, free wifi, close to Carcassonne?

Free parking is not available at this farm stay.

Does Country farmhouse for family holidays, pool, free wifi, close to Carcassonne have a pool?

Yes, there's a private pool.

Does Country farmhouse for family holidays, pool, free wifi, close to Carcassonne have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this farm stay.

How close is Country farmhouse for family holidays, pool, free wifi, close to Carcassonne to downtown Aigues-Vives?

This farm stay is 0.1 mi away from Aigues-Vives.

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 37 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrea M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely relaxing visit.
Had an amazing holiday. House is lovely and comfortable and pool is amazing. Pippa and Alex are wonderful hosts and nothing is too much trouble. Location is excellent for mountains, cities and coast. We will be back!!!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph R.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Danny B.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Gail D., Schenectady, NY

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming cottage in idyllic countryside
Entering the property through the wooden door in the ivy-covered wall is like stepping into The Secret Garden, but less wild and with a swimming pool added. The cottage is beautifully restored with stone walls, wood-beamed ceilings and large windows, and surrounded by lovely flower beds and potted plants. There are plenty of places for a family to spread out: comfy sofas in the living room, patio table with umbrella and loungers by the pool - both of which are shaded by the garden walls until after lunch. After driving down from Paris, where we had worn ourselves out being tourists, we very much enjoyed being able to relax by the pool for a few days before heading out sightseeing. Although the days were very hot (we stayed in late July) the large windows and fans provided in the bedrooms enabled things to cool down at night for comfortable sleeping. The kitchen is adequately equipped with plates, pots, utensils, some essential cooking supplies, like olive oil, salt and pepper, and an easy to use (and fast!) induction cooktop. The washing machine in the kitchen is a great bonus and with a simple 'fast wash' setting we were able to do laundry and hang things to dry overnight most days. Pipa and Alex could not have been more thoughtful hosts. They welcomed us with a bottle of wine, a tour of the cottage, and some dinner supplies since we had arrived in the evening after the local shops were closed. They advised us on where to buy groceries, the best beaches, towns and markets to visit: whatever we asked about they had an answer for and they offered help at every turn. For example, they provided us with a sun shade for a trip to the beach, a large picnic blanket, and sand tools for our children to use, and didn't mind at all that we took their towels to the beach. The village location was ideal for us: quiet and off the beaten path, but also within striking distance of several popular tourist sites. We took day trips East to Nîmes and the Pont du Gard and West to Perpignan and the Pyrenees. Coming home to cool off with a dip in the pool was a perfect way to end the day!
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Cally G.

Spacious, family-friendly cottage with lovely hosts in beautiful Minervois wine country
This charming, comfortable cottage is perfect for a family, situated in the walled garden of the large family home, with a private pool (not used by the family when we were in), trampoline, DVDs, games - and chickens to feed! Alex and Pipa struck the perfect balance of being available for advice and chat about the area whilst also giving us space to enjoy our holiday. Access to their kitchen garden and free-range eggs was an added treat, as was the expert advice on wine! The village is within reasonable distance of a variety of fabulous places (caves, mountains, vineyards, historic towns, Canal du Midi), whilst the cottage and pool is a lovely haven when you want to escape the heat - or just relax. Highly recommended holiday home in a beautiful part of France.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Charming cottage with incredible hosts!
We were in France for a friends wedding and decided to turn it into a holiday as well and we were not disappointed. The cottage is very sweet and and remarkably spacious once you're inside. 2 bedrooms upstairs, with some fantastic wooden furniture in them, and an open plan living room kitchen downstairs. There was beautiful coffee in the kitchen when we arrived and some red wine too, which was very welcoming. From the outside the surrounding plants all look fantastic and give the cottage a very secret garden type feel. The swimming pool is too is terrific, and as we were there during a heatwave it's where we spent most of our time. The location is rural, however Carcassone is only a 20 minute drive away and Trèbes is even closer than that. The hosts as well are absolutely fantastic, Alex, Pippa, and their children were all very accommodating and were eager to help however they could, which was very much appreciated. Overall an absolutely superb stay, we would wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone looking for a quiet retreat with a swimming pool.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Jayne H.

Lovely cottage in quiet location
We enjoyed a week in this lovely cottage. It is situated in a quiet village close to the church and is ideal as a base for exploring the surrounding areas. The castles are amazing and the changing scenery is unbelievable. Even though the weather was not the best for us we didn't let it stop us. As we had a hire car we were able to travel down towards the Spanish border. We did manage a small dip in the pool on one of the better afternoons. Alex and Pippa are lovely hosts and are able to advise on the best places to visit. Being able to use the vegetables in the garden and the eggs from the chickens is a lovely added extra.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Shehani F.

Lovely house in a great location
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this little village. The house is well kitted out with lots of space, a cozy wood burning stove and an atmospheric position next to the church. We did lots of driving in the area to explore the towns and villages and found it to be a great spot.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2018