Belvianes Gites
About the home
Because this beautifully restored property provides ample and comfortable accommodation for 1 to 24, we can be very flexible to fit your perfect holiday and can accommodate any number of people, parties, families, friends, etc.. It has its own private access, with very large private parking area, large sun terrace by private back door, plus higher sun terrace with a large upstand bathing pool, plenty of tables and chairs to just relax. Mid week breaks/ long weekends can be catered for also.
White water rafting is run from the village which can be booked beforehand, along with mountain biking, canoeing, pony treking, paintball games, quad biking, mountain treking and fishing to name just a few!
JUST let US know what you are LOOKING for and we will do our BEST to accomplish your REQUIREMENTS. Most things can be booked by ourselves for you beforehand with costings being given.
The gite itself is well equiped for your comfort with everything you will need for your stay. There is an attractive woodburner with fireplace in the lounge and good electric heating if you are planning a winter time stay. The kitchen is beautifully equipped with all necessary appliances, including dishwasher, microwave, several refrigerators, freezer, very large cooker and oven, toaster, pots, pans, cutlery, plates, glassware. All bedrooms have double beds with ensuite showers or baths and all rooms have their own tea/coffee making facilites.
The gite is idyllically situated in Belvianes, a quaint, picturesque village, 1 hour away from the beach and 30 minutes from nearby ski resorts. Quillan which is 3 km away providing shops, restaurants, bars and station and all amenities and other interesting towns such as Axat , Limoux, Esperaza are nearby. The Aude river is just at the end of the road and it is possible to swim here in the summer, along with several lakes within 20 minutes drive at Puivert, Bugarach, and Arques.
Along with being a peaceful spot, this also is an ideal base to discover this region of France renowned for its climate, history, wineries, chateaux and old churches. The main reason for visiting this area is however the backdrop of the spectacular scenery. Try walking the Cathar trail (which passes through the village), visit the Canal du Midi, the famous Gorge de Galamus, Lake Bugarach, the Gorge de Pierre Lys along with the Cathar castles.
We can also transport you to and from the local airports with our minibus or car service if you wish to just come, stay, walk or just fancy a holiday without driving. Ask for details.
Holiday welcome packs can be arranged also and there is always a welcoming bottle of wine in the fridge for your arrival.
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| Size: | Sleeps up to 24, 7 bedrooms |
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| Nearest beach: | Sainte Marie, 70km |
| Will consider: | Corporate lets Hen and stag parties Long lets Short breaks |
| Access: | Car not necessary Wheelchair access Nearest amenities: 3km |
| Family friendly? | Suitable for children of all ages Suitable for people with restricted mobility |
| Notes: | May take pets - please enquire Smokers welcome Self-catering |
Facilities
| Luxuries: | Log fire, Internet access, DVD player, Staffed Property |
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| General: | Central heating, TV, Video player, CD player, Satellite TV, Wi-fi available |
| Standard: | Kettle, Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer |
| Utilities: | Clothes dryer, Dishwasher, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine |
| Rooms: | 7 Bedrooms, 5 bathrooms of which 1 family bathroom and 4 en suites |
| Furniture: | Single beds (14), Double beds (5), Cots (1), Dining seating for 24, Lounge seating for 14 |
| Other: | Linen and towels provided Highchair available |
| Outdoors: | Balcony / Terrace, Private outdoor pool (unheated), Private garden, BBQ |
| Access: | Wheelchair friendly, Secure parking |
Further details indoors:
The gite is fully equipped for your comfort along with two ample terraces out at the back equipped with a barbecue. There is also a bar area with stools in the lounge, sofas, very large dining table, stereo for parties and a karaoke machine, a large plasma TV, fireplace, a separate toilet in the lounge aside from all the onsuite bathrooms. There are plenty of large fluffy towels, crisp bedlinen, tea towels etc along with shower gels in the bathrooms and hairdryers with each room. The kitchen has everything you would need to cook and entertain your group while here on holiday.
Further details outdoors:
Attractive, spacious terrace plus further higher sun terrace with seasonal bathing pool and 2 barbecues. The views from the terrace are stunning: a perfect place to relax whilst the children (or yourselves) cool down in the pool and later have a barbecue and watch the sunset.
There is a private driveway and plenty of parking and there is good wheelchair friendly/disabled access to the upstairs private entrance. One of the bedrooms also has a large entrance to enable the use of wheelchairs if required.
Further details
We would consider this property unsuitable for children between 1 and 4 years of age but do contact us if you are interested and have children within the age range. We can provide cots, high chair, playpen for the younger members of the family. We can also arrange for a local friendly babysitter to stay with your children if you fancy a meal alone locally one evening.
We may consider taking well behaved pets, please contact us to discuss. We do also have a local dog sitter if you want to leave your dog in safe keeping whilst out for the day.
For wheelchair users we have one large double bedroom with single beds also with walk in shower, disabled access into the gite and parking right outside but please contact us before booking for further details.
Conditions
Long weekends available or mid week breaks. Full catering or bed and breakfast is also available by prior booking at an additional cost.
Also private tarot readings, reiki, indian head massage, food allergies can all be arranged.
Airport pick ups are also available by prebooking so possible to come without a car, enjoy a leisurely and stress free holiday and enjoy the benefits of this area.
We do have a NO SMOKING rule inside the gite but smoking is allowed on the outside terraces.
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The Languedoc-Roussillon / Aude region


We also have a small cafe/restaurant in the village within walking distance but plenty of others in Quillan, Axat or in the Rebenty valley (between Axat and us) This area benefits from good all year round temperatures and therefore is a great location for those of you who enjoy being outdoors. It is possible to walk from the gite, around the river valley to Quillan and back quite easily and there are longer signposted walks for those who want them. White water rafting is available in the village along with nearby facilities for horse riding, canyoning cycling, quad biking, paintball games and swimming.
The Languedoc Rousillion is famous for wine and here you will not be spoilt for choice. Try the local caves of Caudiès de Fenouillèdes, St Paul de Fenouillet, Maury, Estagel, Lesquerde and so many more you won't be disappointed!
A favourite trip whilst in the area is to explore the Cathar chateux of Puilaurens ( around 10minutes drive) and also the castles of Queribus and Peyrepeteuse. Carcassonne and its medieval cité is a great day out and if you are here for Bastille day on the 14th July, the fireworks are spectacular. Down on the coast you will find the pretty villages of Collioure and Port Vandres which are well worth a visit and do sample the seafood while you are there along with the Port of Argeles and the long sandy beach of Argeles Plage. Book for the week of the Tour de France as this passes just at end of the road and you can bag your spot with picnic and see the fun!
If its' skiing you are interested in, the ski slopes of Puyvalador are around 45minutes from the Gite. Puyvalador is a smaller resort popular with the locals and the bigger resorts are at Les Angles and Font Romeu are just over an hour away. There are many great restaurants in Axat, Quillan, Cailla and Gincla so you will be spolt for choice.
The Belvianes et Cavirac area
There are local markets in Axat, Quillan, St Paul and Esperaza selling local crafts and produce. Do try the cured hams and meats and local cheeses, delicious!
If you are here in the summer you can't go far without experiencing the village fêtes, a real opportunity to mix with the locals and dance the way into the night. Throughout the summer there are open air music festivals in Perpignan and Carcassonne. In July there is the International Folklore Festival in Quillan for a week and also the fete in Quillan in August. There is a good tourist board in Quillan who can help book various outings also.
There is a small open air train which leaves from Axat in the summer which runs through the valley and gorges to St Paul and if wanted, you can then continue by coach to the famous Gorges de Galamus which is breathtaking at any time of the year.
How to get there
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| Nearest Travel Links | |
| Airport: | Perpignan and Carcassonne: 35 km |
| Railway: | Quillan to Carcassonne: 3 km |
| Ferry: | Calais/Dunkerque: 1000 km |
Airports only under an hour away are Carcassonne and Perpignan. Also Toulouse, Beziers and Girona (Barcelona) which are a little further away around 2 hours.
Easy drive from UK via autoroutes from Calais, Dunkirk etc.
Car hire companies at airports - Hertz, Eurocar
Activities near Belvianes et Cavirac
Tennis in town
Watersports
Waterpark
Horse Riding
Fishing
Walking holidays
Rural / countryside retreats
Beach or lakeside relaxation
A winter sun break
Cycling holidays
Guestbook for Belvianes Gites
"Thank you for our wonderful stay, the Gite is beautiful, see you next year". Ken and Adrienne and family.
" Very comfortable, very clean and beautufully decorated", thank you. Mr Moore.
" We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, this was our first visit to the area, we will be back!, thankyou" J. Delo
"Thanks for a lovely stay! All the best wishes" - The Bibb family and Lees family (combined)
Rental prices
| Rental prices originally quoted in: Euros € | Convert to: |
| Prices for group size 4 | ||||||
| Period | From![]() | To![]() | Weekly![]() | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
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| Low Season | 7 Jan 12 | 1 May 12 | € 490 | - | - | 1 Week |
| High Season | 1 May 12 | 1 Oct 12 | € 560 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Prices for group size 8 | ||||||
| Period | From![]() | To![]() | Weekly![]() | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
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| Low Season | 7 Jan 12 | 1 May 12 | € 980 | - | - | 1 Week |
| High Season | 1 May 12 | 1 Oct 12 | € 1120 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Prices for group size 24 | ||||||
| Period | From![]() | To![]() | Weekly![]() | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
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| Low Season | 24 Nov 11 | 18 Dec 11 | € 2940 | - | - | 2 Nights |
| High Season | 18 Dec 11 | 7 Jan 12 | € 3360 | - | - | 2 Nights |
| Low Season | 7 Jan 12 | 1 May 12 | € 2940 | - | - | 2 Nights |
| High Season | 1 May 12 | 1 Oct 12 | € 3360 | - | - | 2 Nights |
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
PLEASE NOTE - Prices are worked on number of people staying ie more people more expensive but less people less expensive. Please contact us for prices.
We require a small security deposit for possible damages, which is fully refundable upon leaving if not needed.
Payment in euros or GBP sterling.
Availability
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Availability notes:
Try out our STRESS BUSTER ALL INCLUSIVE long weekend 11th to 15th May 2012 featuring transport to and from Carcassonne, all breakfast, most lunches and evening meals. Sketching mornings taken by local artist, talk/demonstrations on massage, reikki etc by local lady, talks/tarot readings and crystals, trips to local market and Rennes le Chateau. Ask for further details on our RELAXING weekend!
Contact the owner
* Required fields Please check the following errors: | 3 years listed You are contacting William Ridden
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