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La Riviere - Gîte Holiday Rental in Caunes Minervois, Aude, France

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$589 - $1,014 Per property per week (Rates)

Capacity 6

Bedrooms 3

Bathrooms 1

Suitability Suitable for children, Unsuitable for wheelchair access

Property highlights Barbecue, Garden, Scenic views, Swimming pool (shared use)

Access  Public transport available, Car Essential, Taxi from airport, Taxi from train station Car hire

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  • Au Pont Romain
    Au Pont Romain
  • Sunny Veranda
    Sunny Veranda
  • Sitting/dining area
    Sitting/dining area
  • Living area
    Living area
  • Main bedroom
    Main bedroom
  • View of Au Pont Romain from the mountain top
    View of Au Pont Romain from the mountain top
  • Swimming pool
    Swimming pool
  • Outside La Riviere
    Outside La Riviere
  • La Riviere garden area
    La Riviere garden area
  • Outside Le Pont
    Outside Le Pont
  • Outside Le Moulin
    Outside Le Moulin
  • Outside La Montagne
    Outside La Montagne
  • The Roman Bridge in spring
    The Roman Bridge in spring
  • Rear Garden area
    Rear Garden area
  • A view of Caunes and it's Abbey from the Mountains
    A view of Caunes and it's Abbey from the Mountains
  • A Friday Night Wine Tasting
    A Friday Night Wine Tasting
  • La Cité at Carcassonne
    La Cité at Carcassonne
  • Minerve
    Minerve
  • The Canal du Midi
    The Canal du Midi

Where is it

Aude
 

Four Lovely Gites and Pool in the Foothills of the Montagne Noire

Au Pont Romain is a restored marble mill, set in four acres of land in the peaceful foothills of the Montagne Noire. Running along side the property is the Argent Double river, a great source of enjoyment for children and adults alike. 

We have four well equipped Gites, each having there own furnished patio area with a gas barbecue. There is a large enclosed pool with stunning views of the mountains within a large garden area.

We offer a free wine tasting on Friday evenings with a selection of excellent Minervois wines, also giving you a chance to meet our other guests. If you have enjoyed our wine tasting evening and the company of the other guests you can join us for a barbecue on Sunday evenings and/or an evening meal on the Wednesday evening (see prices for these in additional pricing).

We are a 10 minute walk, along a quiet road, from the charming medieval small town of Caunes Minervois, with its historically famous Abbey. There are many varied walks for all ages and abilities in the Minervois region including the Montagne Noire and the Canal du Midi. We have information and maps on many of these walks.

Holiday Accommodation at La Riviere

La Riviere is a superb three bedroom Gite beside the river. Entry is through the large veranda, where there is room to dine or sit and relax. It comprises:

  • Sitting/dining area - is light and airy, with a wood burning stove for the winter months.
  • Bedroom 1 - a double bedroom leading from the sitting/dining area and up two steps. This bedroom has a large window with wonderful views of the garden and mountains beyond.
  • Kitchen - leads off from the living area and includes a four ring gas hob, dishwasher, combination microwave and fridge freezer.
  • Shower room - with shower, hand basin, WC and heater/heated towel rail. 
  • Bedroom 2 - with two single beds
  • Bedroom 3 - with large bunk beds 

Outside

There is a large patio area with a table and six chairs and a gas barbecue.

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About Caunes Minervois in Aude, Languedoc Roussillon

Au Pont Romain, sitting along side the 'Argent Double' river, in the foothills of the Montagne Noire, is an old restored marble mill. Ten minutes wander from the small medieval town of Caunes Minervois.

Caunes is a 25 minute drive in a north eastly direction from the medieval city of Carcassonne.

Caunes is famous for its imposing Abbey (founded circa 780), and for the red marble in the many different hews, that adorn many of the Churches in the region. This red marble was transported to Au Pont Romain, from one of the three marble quarries just outside of Caunes for cutting. Along with the mill streams in the garden you will find large slabs of the marble, reminding us of the history of Au Pont Romain. 

Caunes Minervois is a thriving small town, with a selection of useful shops and a bank. It has a very popular Bar/Tabac with Restaurant above and there is also a Hotel Restaurant. The old town surrounding the Abbey has many small winding streets, perfect for wandering around.

Caunes is a very cultural town with concerts, exhibitions and festivals taking place throughout the year. The Abbey has a good tourist information centre and is home to the July evening concerts, enjoyed by many people in the Amphitheatre of the Abbey.

If you are interested in the local wines there are several small wine producers who will be happy to give you a tasting.

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

How To Get To Caunes Minervois in Aude, South of France and the Riviera

Flying into Carcassonne is the easiest route to your holiday with us at 'Au Pont Romain'.

During summer there are the following Ryanair flights on Thursdays to Carcassonne Airport:

Twice a day from Stansted Airport, once from Liverpool, once from Shannon and once from Charleroi, Belgium.

Ryanair also fly to Carcassonne from Dublin, East Midlands and Cork.

It is also possible to fly to the following nearby airports.

Ryanair fly to Beziers from Bristol & Stansted, to Montpellier from Stansted and to Perpignan from Birmingham and Stansted.

Easyjet fly to Montpellier from Gatwick and Toulouse from Bristol & Gatwick.

Flybe fly to Perpignan from Southampton and Toulouse from Birmingham.

 Drive times from these airports to 'Au Pont Romain' are approximately as follows -

  • Carcassonne - 25 minutes
  • Beziers - 75 minutes
  • Perpignan - 80 minutes
  • Toulouse - 85 minutes
  • Montpellier - 100 minutes

Nearest Train Station is Carcassonne

If you would like help with directions please let us know.

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

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Facilities at La Riviere

Facility Details
TypeGîte (Self-catering)
Bedrooms 1 double, 2 twin
Bathrooms 1 bathroom(s)
Capacity 6
SuitabilitySuitable for children, Unsuitable for wheelchair access
Changeover day Thursday
Facility Details
Internal facilities Board Games, CD player, DVD player, Electric heaters, English satellite TV, Hairdryer, Owner on site, Radio, TV, Wood burning fire or stove
Kitchen facilities Combination microwave, Dishwasher, Fridge-Freezer, Gas hob
External features on site Barbecue, Garden, Scenic views, Swimming pool (shared use)
Other
  • The Argent Double river that runs along the side of our property is perfect for exploring in or just cooling off your feet.
  • There is a large garden for children to run around in.
  • The enclosed swiming pool complies with the current French safety laws, and has great views of the mountains. It has parasols and sun loungers on the spacious terrace and decking area. We use an Ozone filtration system which means only a small amount of chlorine is added, great for the hair and skin!
  • We have several sets of boules, and a large gravelled area at the front of the house ideal for playing with them on.

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Availability at La Riviere

Changeover day: Thursday

Availability last updated on: - Saturday, May 12, 2012

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Rates

Accommodation rental period Tariff
12 May 2012 - 4 July 2012 €600.00 per property per week
(£488 $785)
5 July 2012 - 5 September 2012 €775.00 per property per week
(£630 $1014)
6 September 2012 - 3 October 2012 €600.00 per property per week
(£488 $785)
4 October 2012 - 2 January 2013 €450.00 per property per week
(£366 $589)

Additional price information

  • All linen and bath towels are included in the price and a change offered weekly.
  • We have a washing machine and tumble drier available for your use at a cost of € 6 per load including washing liquid. There is also an iron and ironing board.
  • We are happy to be flexible with our changeover day out of the peak season.
  • We are also happy to discuss longer term lets of up to 4 months at a reduced rate, out of the peak season.
  • We have a range of bikes, with all the accessories, for hire @ 6€ a day. 
  • We offer a Gite cleaning service at the end of your stay for €30.
  • In the peak season we offer: a FREE wine tasting on Friday evenings, a barbecue on Sunday evenings at a cost of €18 for adults, €8 for children over 5 yrs, and an evening meal on the Wednesday evening, a three course for adults at a price of €20 and a two course for children at a price of €10 (both the barbecue and evening meal include all drinks). These can be booked when you arrive. During the off peak period meals are available on any evening with prior notice.      

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Andrew Hodgson

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Tel: + 33 (0)4 68 24 44 75

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