Four Charming Cottages with Pool Set in Beautiful Countryside

Corbières details

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Pool

Pool

Domaine La Castagne

Grounds

Play area

Montmaur

Home description

Domaine La Castagne is a converted Lauragais farm ,set in 2 acres of tranquil grounds, surrounded by beautiful rural countryside, situated midway between Toulouse and Carcassonne (both airports 45 mins).

Ideally situated to explore historic Cathar country,with its castles and the medieval cité of Carcassonne. Cycle along the Canal du Midi, visit the vineyards of Languedoc or simply relax and enjoy the pool and gardens.

Mediterranean beaches, and the Pyrenees (skiing in winter) are just over 1 hour away for days out.

The property is only 7km from local shops and restaurants and  15 minutes drive from the thriving market towns of Castelnaudary and Revel with their weekly markets, restaurants and all amenities.

The fully equipped gites each feature an open plan living/dining/kitchen area, bathroom with shower and private garden or terrace with BBQ and outdoor furniture.

There is a large south facing enclosed pool, shady gardens to relax in and children's play area with swings, trampoline, table tennis, boules court, badminton, table football and bikes.

Walking, cycling, tennis,  golf, caves, bathing and sailing lake, are all within easy reach.

External features on site

• Barbecue
• Garden
• Scenic views
• Swimming pool (shared use)

Peaceful grounds looking onto beautiful scenary with fields of wheat & sunflowers.

Accommodation detail

Corbieres

Corbieres

Corbières Interior

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Corbières is a two storey converted stable with its own private garden and parking for one car alongside the property.

• French doors lead into an open plan living/dining/kitchen area which includes a comfortable sofa, armchairs and a dining table to seat 7 people.
• The fully equipped kitchen includes an electric cooker, microwave, fridge-freezer, dishwasher and washing machine.
• There is a TV (French) DVD player and CD/Radio.
• Downstairs is one double bedroom along with the shower room and separate toilet with washbasin.
• Upstairs a mezzanine bedroom with twin beds leads through to the second family bedroom with 1 double & 1 single bed. 
• Outside in the private garden there is garden furniture and a BBQ.

Electric heating allows year round availability.

This property accommodates 7 people (+ cot if requested.)

Additional parking is available in the car park.

About the location

La Castagne  is situated on the edge of the historic  village of  Montmaur . A 12th century chateau dominates the village which is surrounded by fields of wheat and sunflowers.

The village of La Bastide D’Anjou just 7 mins drive from the property has a boulangerie, butcher, tabac, doctors, pharmacy, hairdresser and three restaurants.

The historic village of St Felix de Lauragais just 10 mins drive away has an artisan boulangerie, and two restaurants ,including  Michelin star rated 'Le Poids Public'.

Local Attractions

Revel: Just a fifteen minute drive to the North is the thriving bastide town of Revel with its famous Saturday market and many ‘Art Meubles’ furniture workshops .

Castelnaudary: Set on the banks of the Canal du Midi with all amenities and a Monday market, Castelnaudary is situated just 15 minutes to the east of Domaine La Castagne. This capital  of the regional speciality dish 'Cassoulet' has numerous restaurants where you can partake of this local delicacy.

Canal du Midi: This UNESCO world heritage site is only 10 minutes away and is excellent for cycling ,with a cycle path that extends from Castelnaudary to Toulouse.

Toulouse: 'La Ville Rose' home to Airbus and the high tech cite d'espace From churches, museums and art galleries to designer shops and restaurants ,Toulouse has much to offer.

Carcassonne: This fairytale UNESCO world heritage site with the 13th century medieval castle must not be missed.

Further Afield

Albi: Birthplace of Toulouse -Lautrec.

The Mediterranean: Just over one and  a half hours drive, head for Narbonne Plage or explore the many tiny fishing villages along the coast.

The Pyrenees: Walk in summer or ski in winter, our nearest ski station Mont d'Ormes is just over an hour drive away.

Andorra: If duty free shopping attracts then a trip to neighbouring Andorra should not be missed.

See Local guide and map for information on nearby towns and facilities.

Activities near by

Adventure park, Badminton, Bird Watching, Boating, Boules, Cycling, Fishing, Golf, Gourmet dining, Hiking, Horse riding, Mountain biking, Rambling, Sailing, Shopping, Sightseeing, Skiing, Swimming, Table tennis, Tennis, Tree adventure park, Walking, Wine tasting, Wine touring

See Activities and attractions for more information on nearby activities and places of interest.

How to get here

• By air: Just  51km (40 mins) from Carcassonne airport and 58km (45 mins) from Toulouse airport
• Nearest train station: Villefranche de Lauragais 14km (15 mins)
• By car: Domaine La Castagne is situated on the edge of the historic village of Montmaur just  7km (8 mins) off the A61 and N113.

See Local guide and map for information on nearby towns and airports.