In Carcassonne .With a stay at this Carcassonne houseboat, you'll be steps from Écluse d'Herminis and a 5-minute walk from Canal du Midi. Also, Win'Kart de Carcassonne is within 3 miles (5 km) and Musée du Blason - Vitrail is within 6 miles (10 km).
Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne - 11 min drive - 5.9 miles
Château Comtal - 11 min drive - 5.9 miles
Aude Gate - 12 min drive - 5.7 miles
Theatre Jean Deschamps - 12 min drive - 5.7 miles
Getting around
Bram Station - 16 min drive
Carcassonne (CCF-Pays Cathare) - 16 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 8 min drive
Le Roc Ouest - 7 min drive
Trib's - 8 min drive
Burger King - 8 min drive
Le Jardin de l'Estagnol - 8 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire house boat to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Péniche Mirage, Guest room
Looking for atypical accommodation? Mirage is an authentic grain barge from the 1950s, fully restored. Its charm is matched only by the beauty of the ‘Canal du Midi’ where it is moored at the Herminis sluice in Carcassonne. The barge can accommodate up to 6 persons in three comfortable air-conditioned cabins, equipped with queen size beds, their private bathrooms and restrooms. On the deck, you can relax on the 50 m2 (538 sq ft) teak terrace turned into a real living room with its outdoor Lounge Chairs, comfortable armchairs, and hot tub. You will be able to enjoy the charm and peace of the canal's banks in the middle of the largest vineyard in Europe.
This floating guest house will charm you for a night or a stay. As a couple or with friends, come to discover this atypical and unusual place.
Whether sweet or salty, a breakfast that will satisfy all gourmets and gourmands will be served to you.
Just a few minutes from the center of the historical city of Carcassonne and its medieval city, a tourist hotspot classified by UNESCO, come and refill your batteries in the exceptional setting offered aboard Mirage
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General
Property does not allow children
Unit size: 140 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
This property does not allow children.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
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.
Frequently asked questions
How close is Péniche Mirage, Guest room to the airport?
This houseboat is 4.2 mi (16-min drive) away from the Carcassonne (CCF-Pays Cathare) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Péniche Mirage, Guest room?
As of Jan 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Péniche Mirage, Guest room on Feb 10, 2026 start from $202.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Does Péniche Mirage, Guest room have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this houseboat.
Does Péniche Mirage, Guest room offer free breakfast?
This houseboat does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Péniche Mirage, Guest room?
No, there is no casino at this houseboat.
What time is check-in at Péniche Mirage, Guest room?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Péniche Mirage, Guest room?
Free parking is not available at this houseboat.
Does Péniche Mirage, Guest room have a pool?
This houseboat does not have a pool.
Does Péniche Mirage, Guest room have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this houseboat.
How close is Péniche Mirage, Guest room to downtown Carcassonne?