No pets allowed Not suitable for children under 5 Not suitable for elderly or infirm No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
Newly opened in late summer 2009, this delightful studio apartment in a traditional town house in Limoux is ideally placed for enjoying the shops, cafe-bars, restaurants and market of the delightful, medieval market town of Limoux on the banks of the River Aude. The location allows you to walk everywhere in the town, and also to explore by car this beautiful region - visiting Carcassonne, Mirepoix, the Cathar Castles, the mountains - even a day trip to Andorra or Spain is possible.
A 'little touch of luxury' is the aim here, as a welcome pack and bathrobes will be supplied for your stay of 3 nights or more. You can relax in the apartment listening to your favourite CDs or watching TV with English satellite channels or French channels if you prefer. A hairdryer is also provided in case you are flying 'hand baggage' only.
The apartment is only approximately 20 minutes drive from Carcassonne airport - and should you not wish to hire a car it may be possible to arrange to collect you and deliver you back to Carcassonne airport for a reasonable charge. If you are hiring a car, parking is generally available in the town in the streets around the apartment, or near the river.
This studio apartment of around 50 sq.m. is on the 1st floor of the building and is open plan. The living space comprises a comfortable sitting area, a dining area, a small kitchenette, and a double bed with quality bed linen, storage and hanging. There's a large, stylish, modern shower room with WC and washbasin. The decor is new and very much in the French style in keeping with the building and the original tiled floors. The authentic French windows lead on to a small balcony from where you can see the top of the main town square about 80 metres away.
Sitting area with french windows to balcony
King size double bed
Sleeping area
Kitchenette
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The Languedoc-Roussillon / Aude region
This part of the Languedoc has a sunny Mediterranean climate. It can be hot in summer, but the temperature is often tempered by a breeze. Now the 3rd most visited region in France by British people, the Languedoc offers something for everyone.
Miles of long, sandy beaches, coastal lagoons, vibrant cities such as Beziers, Narbonne and Montpellier, historical sites such as the Canal du Midi, Carcassonne and the Cathar castles, fabulous scenery, great cuisine and vineyards, vineyards, vineyards.
Limoux area
Limoux - There's a good reason to visit Limoux whatever the season! Limoux is the jewel in the crown of this area and in summer there are lots of authentic festivities (not just put on for the tourists!). These include food and wine-fests, dancing and music, classic cars, flamenco dancing, flea markets - not to mention a superb weekly night-time market market in the high summer. In Winter, there's the Limoux carnival which takes place every weekend from 10th January to 21st March 2010 - lots to see, great costumes, parades, etc.
Thrice daily, the Fecos, groups of masked dancers in fantastic costumes dance under the arcades of the main square - the show differs each time and is completely free. Early Spring sees the 'Toques et Cochers' festival (chefs hats and bell towers) attended by the finest 'sommeliers' and and cordon bleu chefs in France. And in the Autumn - the Grandes Fetes de Septembre with concerts and fairs. Limoux is most famous for it's sparkling white wine - Blanquette de Limoux - and there are many opportunities for tasting and buying it!
Festivals aside, the town has much to offer as well as shops, cafe-bars and restaurants. There are 2 indoor swimming pools open from late September to late June - and for the summer 3 outdoor swimming pools. You can also re-live the epic crusades of the 13th century among the 'Citidelles du Vestige'. There are 2 further museums - 'automatons' and the Piano Museum - and gardens with perfumed plants.
Other activities in the surrounding area: Canoe-kayaking, horse-riding, cycling, walking and fishing. In winter, ski-ing as the nearest ski station are less than 90 minutes away.
Other places to visit: Carcassonne - with it's 52 turrets and 2 rings of medieval fortifications - a fascinating day out. Mirepoix - another picture-book medieval town that looks as though it is straight out of a film set - however it is quite real and authentic and a Joie de Vivre favourite! For lovers of the montains you can visit the Pyrenees and Andorra to the South and the Black Mountains to the North. For those of you interested in Cathar history, there are several Cathar castles to visit as well as Rennes-le-Chateau if you have an interest in the Holy Grail stories.
Markets: As well as the market/s in LImoux - there are some fantastic markets locally - very colourful and offering lots of fresh, seasonal local produce. Mirepoix on a Monday; Carcassonne on a Tuesday; Esperaza etc etc.
Restaurants: There's a wide selection of cafe-bars and restaurants in Limoux details of which are provided in the apartment. Supermarkets: There is a large supermarket and a number of small ones in Limoux.
The apartment is only approximately 20 minutes drive from Carcassonne airport - and should you not wish to hire a car it may be possible to arrange to collect you and deliver you back to Carcassonne airport for a reasonable charge. If you are hiring a car, parking is generally available in the town in the streets around the apartment, or near the river.
How to get there
BY CAR: Limoux is situated 24 kms to the South of Carcassonne and is easily accessed from Junction 23 on the A61 Autoroute.
By AIR: The nearest airport is Carcassonne serviced by Ryanair from the UK, Ireland and Belgium - it is 20 minutes drive away by car or taxi, or an airport collection service may be available - please enquire. The airport bus service can take you to the railway station in Carcassonne where you can catch a train to Limoux - so a car is not always necessary for a short stay. You can also get a taxi to Limoux from Carcassonne airport. Other airports nearby are: Toulouse, Beziers, Perpignan,Montpellier, Nimes and Gerona (N. Spain).
By TRAIN: There is a railway station in Limoux itself.
Full directions etc will be sent to you once you make a booking.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Carcassonne: 24 km
Railway:
Limoux: 1 km
Activities near Limoux
Sports: Watersports Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive
Double beds (1), Dining seating for 3, Lounge seating for 3, Sleeps maximum of 2
Other:
Linen and towels provided.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace
Further details indoors: Living Space: This 1st floor apartment has a large, open-plan, living space with a comfortable leather sofa and armchair, a coffee table, a TV/DVD player with both French and English channels and a CD player. Two sets of French windows allow in plenty of light and open onto a small balcony. There's a small dining table and chairs.
The kitchenette comprises a microwave/grill, a portable 2-ring electric burner, a small dishwasher, a sink/drainer and a fridge. The aim here is not to prepare full scale meals but to heat up the delicious ready-prepared meals available locally, or prepare salads, breakfasts and quick lunches - allowing you to enjoy the various cafe-bars and restaurants here at your leisure.
There's a king size double bed with side tables and lamps - and storage and hanging for your clothes.
Shower room: The shower room facility is completely new and has a large shower. There's a wasbasin and a WC. Bathrobes are provided when you stay 3 nights of more - and a hairdryer is provided for your convenience. Washing Machine: A washing machine is available for your use in a communal area, for a small charge.
Additional sleeping facilities: The apartment can sleep 3 with the addition of a 'put you up' bed for a child if required. The additional charge for this is 20 Euros per night - please reserve in advance if required.
Additional Accommodation: If you are 2 couples travelling together a further separate studio apartment is available here - please see Limoux Apartment 2. It may be possible to reserve the 2 apartments at the same time according to availability.
Suitability Note: The staircases are quite wide with shallow steps but may not be suitable for the very elderly or infirm.
Further details outdoors: Outside: The apartments are accessed from a secure front door at the street level, and by separate key to each studio apartment. Please note you are close to the centre of Limoux and whilst it is not a big town, you may hear the sounds associated with town life - however, we do not believe they are too intrusive.
Further details
Internet: Access to the internet via WiFi and your own laptop will be available in due course - please check with us if this is important to you.
Telephone: Sorry - there is no landline telephone in the apartment.
Winter Heating: Is provided by electric radiators and is included in the rental price.
Gas and Electric: Are included in the rental price.
End of Stay Cleaning: Is included for you in the rental price.
Bed and Bathroom Linen: is included for you in the rental price.
Taxe de Sejour: In France it is necessary to pay a Taxe deSejour at the end of your stay - it has been included here in the rental price.
Damage Deposit: The owners do not currently request a damage deposit here.
Change Over Day: Completely flexible according to availability.
Long weekends and mini breaks: The owners prefer a minimum 3-night stay in the apartment. The price per night for this apartment for a 3 night stay is 70 Euros or £64.00 per night in High Season, and 55 Euros or £50.00 per night in Low Season. A 1 or 2-night stay may be possible subject to availability, please enquire for the price. The price table shows the price per week.
Pets: are not permitted in this apartment - sorry.
Smoking - is not permitted in the apartment or the apartment building - sorry.
Conditions
Please see rental conditions above.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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Please note there is a minimum stay of 3 nights - the nightly rate for a 3-night stay is 70 Euros or GB £64 in High Season and 55 Euros or £50.00 in Low Season - may be subject to change according to exchange rates.
We can accept payment by cheque or bank transfer in £ sterling - or by credit card, please enquire. Payment in Euros may also be possible - please enquire for details. Last minute will bookings need to be paid by credit card in advance of your arrival.
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Contact details for the advertiser of home 90364
Name:
Sue Caddick
Company:
Joie de Vivre - le Midi
Tel:
+44 (0)1509 600228
Mobile:
+44 (0)781 4656402
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