Farm with Private Fishing Lake and Swimming Pool

Four Bedroom House details

Home description

Standing proudly on a Mediterranean hillside, between Mirepoix and Castlenaudary are the beautiful farm buildings and private lake of Bordebasse.

These two fully refurbished four bedroom, and two bed roomed houses even though set around a grand and tranquil courtyard are not overlooking each other. Here you will have views overlooking the l’vixiage valley and a dramatic backdrop of the magical Pyrenees. This is where you can truly enjoy your rural French holiday.

Perhaps you will spend your time down at the private lake relaxing with a picnic, fishing or chilling out in one of the hammocks just letting the world pass you by.

This is where you will hear nothing but the clonking of sheep bells as the gentle flock graze our terraces in the afternoon, the sound of birds singing and perhaps even hearing your own heart beating to the rhythm of this idyllic French Countryside.

The properties are situated in 10 beautiful acre’s, terraced with mature trees such as Bays and Willows which gently lead you down to the 4 acre lake with its own private beach, complete with sunloungers and hammocks just waiting to be relaxed in.

The newly constructed swimming pool with views of the open countryside and the Pyrenees is immediately surrounded by a sunbathing terrace and is accessible down a stepped area. A security alarm is fitted to the pool that complies with European regulations.

The beautiful lake has its own private beach. The secluded and clear waters of our lake have stunning views over the French countryside. It’s the most perfect location for those looking for peace and tranquillity.

External features on site

• Barbecue
• Boating lake
• Fishing lake
• Garden
• Scenic views
• Swimming pool (shared use)

Accommodation detail

Clean, comfortable and spacious Salle sejour

Ground floor

• Large salle sejour - with open plan fully fitted kitchen, dining room for eight and a comfy living room. The room has two external doors one leading to the courtyard the other to a veranda which in turn leads you through to the terrace and private garden.
• Bathroom - complete with toilet, basin and shower.

From the salle sejour you go up two steps to the hallway, off the hallway is:

• Bedroom one - pretty double bedroom, south facing with a door opening onto the terrace.

First floor

Up the stairs onto a grand landing.

• Bedroom two - is good sized twin room with views over the courtyard.
• Bedroom three - another good sized twin room with views over the extensive valley and Pyrenees.
• Bedroom four - master bedroom this has a double bed and is south facing with a small balcony.
• Second bathroom - complete with toilet, bath and basin.

Outside

• A veranda leads you through to the terrace and private garden.
• The swimming pool has views of the open countryside and the Pyrenees is immediately surrounded by a sunbathing terrace and is accessible down a stepped area. A security alarm is fitted to the pool that complies with European regulations.
• The terrace has a shaded eating area, barbecue and a wooden table and seating for eight.
• The garden is sloping, and not ideal for small children.

About the location

The little hameau of Cahuzac sits between two of France’s most beautiful and unspoilt regions. The Aude and the Ariege are historically known as Cathar Country where the crusade against the Cathars took place at the beginning of the 13th century.

Here you will find a most varied and impressive landscape. From the wild and dramatic mountainous peaks of the Pyrenees, to the gentle rolling foothills and flat plains of the Lauragais.
Sunflowers, cereal crops and vineyards flourish under big open skies. The climate in the Aude is well known for having over 300 days sunshine a year !

The Aude is part of the Langudoc Rousillion which is the biggest wine growing area in France – this is where you can sample the local wines. Cabardes, Clappe, Corbiers, Fitou, Malapere, Minervois, Muscat and the most impressive Blanquette de Limoux the regions very own sparkling champagne.

From almost every viewpoint there is an ancient story to be told of Castles, Abbeys and ruins full of history.

Medieval towns and villages sit on hillsides and grand cathedrals adorn the sun kissed market squares. Open air cafes, traditional street markets and shuttered houses create an ambience typical to this part of Southern France.

This is the region recently featured on Channel 4’s programme French Leave (Book of the same title) where John Burton Race, a Two star Michelin chef, came to discover some of France’s best regional foods.

The local Cassoulet is a bean, duck and pork casserole made in Castlenaudary. The gourmet rich Foie Gras literally means fat liver has its regional capital in local Belpech. Specialities include pigeon, garlic soup, truffles, wild boar and aligot sold at local markets and akin to mashed potato full of wonderful pungent garlic – delicious !

Let’s not forget the irresistible boulangeries and fromageries where to walk past and not feel hungry is almost impossible,

Nuts, figs, apricots, peaches and cherries as big and bright as huge marbles hang from heavily laden boughs, wild strawberries grow among the banks on slow country roads. The whole area is full of things for you to discover.

All this and Spain and Andorra are just two hours away, just think of it, you can go to a different country just for lunch.

Come along, relax and have a great holiday at Bordebasse du Lac.

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

Activities near by

Adventure park, Bird Watching, Boules, Canoeing, Canyoning, Caving, Cycling, Drawing and painting, Fishing, Go karting, Golf, Gourmet dining, Hiking, Horse riding, Kayaking, Mountain biking, Rambling, Rock climbing, Sailing, Sightseeing, Skiing, Snorkelling, Swimming, Table tennis, Tree adventure park, Walking, Water sports, White water rafting, Wind Surfing, Wine tasting, Wine touring

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

How to get here

 

Just 30 mins from Carcassonne and 55 mins from Toulouse airports. Castlenauday and Palmier train stations 25 mins by car.

A car is essential, Bordebasse, is a rural location.

Please contact the owner for further directions.

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