No pets allowed Suitable for children Not suitable for elderly or infirm No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
Less than 20 minutes away from the World Heritage city of Carcassonne and set within a private vineyard, Villa des Vignes has recently been renovated inside and out to produce a beautifully furnished and inviting family home.
Set upon 2 levels, with a large master and a twin bedroom on both upper and lower floors, fully fitted kitchen, balcony with stunning views, outdoor dining area and tranquil pool in private garden, the villa provides the perfect holiday retreat for groups of friends and families.
Bordered by the Canal du Midi, the 175 acre estate of vines, olives and pines offers room to roam, while full amenities and a good selection of bars and restaurants can be found at the nearby medieval village of Trebes.
With walking and biking along the Canal, horse riding, delicious dining, sites of historical interest and forest or water adventures at Carcassonne Plage, there is so much to do in the surrounding area that a single trip cannot do justice to it all!
Villa and swimming pool
Breakfast on the patio
Downstairs master bedroom leading into garden
Upstairs master bedroom with balcony
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The Languedoc-Roussillon / Aude region
This area of the Languedoc enjoys one of the highest levels of sunshine in southern France, allowing visitors to take advantage of the many outdoor activities on offer - be that walking or cycling along the tow-path of the stunning Canal du Midi; cruising on the canal itself; hiking in the rugged Black Mountains; viewing the countryside courtesy of 4-legged horse power; swimming and boating on the Lac du Cavayere at Carcassonne Plage or taking a trip (just under an hour on a good day) to the Mediterranean.
Steeped in history (some of it very dark if you dig into the Cathar story) what starts out as a simple drive will take you through Medieval villages and past crumbling castles and ramparts, with plenty of excuses to stop off to explore and then sample delicious fresh local cuisine and wines.
Carcassonne / Trebes area
Dominating the high-ground above "modern" Carcassonne, the Cite is a huge attraction for French and international tourists. It is well worth joining one of the guided trips or taking an audio tour to gain a real insight into its history and workings. During July and August, wonderful twice-daily tournaments take place, with professional mounted stuntmen conducting life-like jousts and armed combat bouts. For the young and the young at heart, be prepared to go more than once!
The Medieval village of Trebes (less than a kilometre away from the villa) is a popular stop-off for people travelling on or along the canal, offering a number of shops, banks (with cash points),opticians, hairdressers, estate-agents and good Italian and French restaurants - all within walking distance of the centre of the village.
Being on the main tourist route from Carcassonne to the region’s vineyards, Trebes is known as the "Gateway to the Minervois". Leaving Trebes, you soon arrive at local "domaines" where you can buy wine direct from the growers. Domaine de Catalauze (the vineyard that hosts our villa) generally contributes its grapes to the local “commune”, but will be bottling its own wines again in the near future.
How to get there
* Carcassonne is served regularly from the UK (Liverpool, East Midlands, Stansted) by RyanAir and from Ireland (Dublin, Shannon, Cork). The Villa is 15-20 minutes drive from Carcassonne airport.
* Most well-known car hire companies operate from the airport - good rates can usually be obtained through Ryanair.
* Toulouse, with daily flights from the UK and Ireland and domestic connections from within France, is just over an hour's drive away.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Carcassonne: 12 km
Railway:
Carcassonne: 10 km
Activities near Carcassonne
Sports: Watersports Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation Cycling holidays
Facilities
Luxuries:
Log fire, Internet access, DVD player
General:
Central heating, Air conditioning, TV, CD player, Games room, Satellite TV, Wi-fi available
Bedrooms (4), Bathrooms (2), En suite (1), WCs (1)
Furniture:
Sofabeds (1), Single beds (4), Double beds (2), Cots (1), Dining seating for 8, Lounge seating for 8, Sleeps maximum of 8
Other:
Linen and towels provided. Highchair available.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private outdoor pool (unheated), Private garden, BBQ
Access:
Parking space
Further details indoors: On the east wing of the ground floor are 2 bedrooms – a generous master with en-suite shower and WC and a twin with an adjacent bathroom containing shower, bath and WC. Both bedrooms lead out through shuttered French windows into the private garden.
In the centre of the lower floor is a spacious living room, with TV, cable and DVD. For winter stays, a wood-burning stove ensures that the room is cosy and snug, while in the heat of the summer, shutters on all doors keep the room cool and refreshing.
Leading from the living room, the large, fully equipped kitchen houses a generous dining table and even a sofa to allow guests to relax in comfort as they chat to whoever is cooking!
Behind the kitchen is a play/TV room that contains a small library of books and a good selection of toys and board games. A sofa bed provides the possibility of adding further guests (upon agreement with owners).
A utility room containing washing machine and cleaning equipment leads off the far end of the kitchen.
Upstairs finds the 2nd master bedroom and another twin bedroom that nestles under the eaves of the sloping roof (ideal for children). These rooms share a large bathroom with bath/shower and WC. Each room leads, through shuttered French windows, onto a balcony that provides stunning views across the garden, vineyard and even (with estate agent liberty of a craned neck!) to the distant towers of the Cite.
Further details outdoors: A stylish 9m private pool is situated in the south-facing enclosed garden, with a selection of loungers in which to soak up the sun. In compliance with French regulations, the pool is fitted with a safety cover that guests will be shown how to use upon arrival.
A patio with outdoor dining and a covered terrace with Asian daybed allow many choices for outdoor relaxation. The balcony can be reached through French windows from both upstairs bedrooms (master and twin) and offers lovely views across the vineyard and valley. There is parking space for up to 2 cars in front of the house.
Further details
* English speaking representative for handover and any questions during stay. * Welcome pack will be provided upon arrival. * Swimming pool closed end of October-April. * The villa is situated on a private, working estate, so guests are requested to respect the land and farm access points.
Conditions
* Booking can be secured with a non-refundable 15% deposit within 5 days of agreeing a date. * Balance payable 8 weeks prior to arrival (or as agreed for last-minute bookings). * E400 deposit for breakages required with payment of balance. Refunded in full upon completion of inventory following your departure or minus any compensation for breakages. * No smoking in or around property owing to fire-risk on estate. * Sorry, no pets.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: Euros €
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Period
From
To
Weekly
Nightly rate
Minimum stay
Weekday
Weekend
November 1st-12 December
1 Nov 09
13 Dec 09
500£450
120108
150135
4 Nights
Christmas/New Year
13 Dec 09
10 Jan 10
900£811
0-
0-
1 Week
January-March
10 Jan 10
28 Mar 10
600£541
120108
140126
4 Nights
Easter
28 Mar 10
11 Apr 10
950£856
0-
0-
6 Nights
April-May
11 Apr 10
16 May 10
800£721
120108
160144
4 Nights
16th May-26th June
16 May 10
27 Jun 10
1400£1,261
180162
200180
4 Nights
27th June-4th September
27 Jun 10
5 Sep 10
1700£1,532
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0-
1 Week
September-October
5 Sep 10
31 Oct 10
1000£901
150135
170153
4 Nights
November-11th December
31 Oct 10
12 Dec 10
600£541
120108
150135
4 Nights
Christmas/New Year
12 Dec 10
2 Jan 11
950£856
0-
0-
1 Week
91
The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
* A non-refundable deposit of 15% of full payment is required within 5 days to secure your reservation
* Additional guests (sofa bed in TV room) can be accommodated for additional cost agreed with owner.
* Preferred payment via bank transfer or Paypal
Guestbook for Villa des Vignes
What a house! There is something magical in the atmosphere here, a real family home. We will be back next year! Michael and Sharon Barker
The kids could safely just run wild while we relaxed - like turning the clock back to our own childhoods. So much to do in the surrounding area, this provides the perfect base to explore. Kirsty and Tom Jones
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