Ideal for recharging, with family or friends. Very good local gastronomy. This beautiful 4 sided villa is set on a large plot, with a clear view of the small town of Quillan (11500) and the surrounding mountains. Quillan is located in the south of France, in a natural mountain amphitheater in the foothills of the Pyrenees, about 45 minutes from Carcassonne, one hour from Perpignan and 1:30 from Toulouse, 2:45 from Barcelona, 1:30 from Andorra. Carcassonne, Perpignan and Toulouse are easily accessible by public transport from Quillan. The nearest Pyrenean ski resort is only 35 km away and many other sports (hiking, rafting, canoeing, etc.) are practicable nearby as well as the opportunity to visit the Cathar castles, the dinosaur museum, the city Carcassonne and bike rides. Quillan benefits from the microclimate of the upper valley of the Aude, having a clear blue Mediterranean sky, but is protected by the mountain of Corbières from the debilitating wind. Very good regional gastronomy (Blanquette de Limoux, cassoulet, etc ...) THE LARGEST CARNIVAL IN THE WORLD 20 minutes by car: Limoux is known for its carnival, the longest in the world by its duration. It starts in January and ends only 10 weeks later. Its origins date back to the 14th century, when millers celebrated the delivery of their royalties to Prouilhe monastery on Mardi Gras day, crossing the city by throwing flour into passers-by. We are far from the Brazilian carnival. Here, accompanied by fifteen musicians, each band makes an exit, around the place with the Arcades. During the week folk are added outings with different schedules and days Behind the procession, parade the carnavaliers and the Goudils, masked characters in disguise free which can not mix with the bands. His Carnival Majesty is burned on the last day of the carnival, during the Nuit de la Blanquette. The house has been recently renovated and includes: Ground floor: Living room with fireplace and French doors to the terrace Dining room Open kitchen, fitted and equipped Family bathroom Separate toilet Upstairs: 3 air-conditioned rooms / Bathroom Bathroom with WC Outside: Driveway to the house where you can park several cars, completely fenced and secure, Two terraces equipped with tables and chairs, for summer lunches with barbecue, with sun loungers for sunbathing and relaxing, overlooking the garden which has recently been landscaped and planting various trees. The rest of the land consists of a wooded bank that goes down to the Aude River where we can see several groups who practice canoeing and rafting. This house is secured with a gate and fencing, ideal for a family holiday.