Historic Chateau In Lovely Countryside, Now With A Stunning Swimming Pool
Peaceful Location, Pool, Historic House, With Many Attractions Nearby
6 Bedroom Chateau - B&B
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Château de Brametourte, founded in the 11th century, surveys a stunning panorama across 20 hectares of park land, woods & sun-flowered fields towards the Pyrenean peaks. The tranquil beauty of this ancient home of Barons & Viscounts, including Toulouse-Lautrec’s ancestors, belies its turbulent past. The castle was immersed in the religious fervour of Cathars, Knights of the Templar & the Wars of
Religion. Sieged during the 16th century, it fell into disrepair. The Château has recently been traditionally and ecologically restored; pioneering one of France’s first, self-sustainable castles. Utilising organic and traditional farming techniques, it has become a symbol for peace & healthy living, combining nature and wildlife with our ancient past. While you will be able to enjoy the natural location, there are endless possible day trips to towns such as Toulouse, Albi, Cordes, Carcassonne and Mileau.
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| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 1 September 2010 - 31 October 2010 | €105 | 1 |
Accommodation
Notes on accommodation
The house is furnished with antiques through-out, using silks, marble and other luxurious materials to create a historic feel. While all modern facilities are available it is easy to feel that you have been transported back to a previous age.
All guests have the use of the Salon and Salle de Sejour.
We offer French and UK television.
Accessibility
We have one downstairs bedroom (the Templar Suite) that would be suitable for older guests or anyone with some limited mobility. Otherwise all rooms are up a spiral staircase.
Outside
We now have a solar heated swimming pool with an amazing view and BBQs are available. We are 10 minutes walk away from the local water-park that is open for the summer. We have 50 acres of land, including a formal garden with water fountain, hammock, seating areas with stunning views. We also have a large garden and woods that has a mixture of fruits and vegetables.
Coast/Beach
We are between 90 and 120 minutes away from some lovely beaches at Narbonne, Gruissan, Valras and Cap d'Agde. These are mostly sandy and can range from busy/lively to fairly isolated. Cap d'Agde is famous for the large naturist resort that is open to day visitors.
A beach trip can make a lovely day out with a stunning scenic dive through the Black Mountains.
Golf
There is a stunning local golf course available at Mazamet with a view of the Black Mountains. If you play golf, this is certainly one to try.
Skiing
Skiing is available 90 minutes away in the French Pyrenees. The nearest resort being at Ax-les-Thermes
Special interest holidays
We offer English Lanaguage courses for French studends via local language schools. Please email for details of our 2012 programme.
Travel
We are less than an hour from Toulouse airport and about 90 minutes from Carcassonne and Rodez airports. If driving we are around 10 hours drive from the port at Calais.
We would recommend that you have a car available, but we can collect you from a local train station and make bikes available at small extra cost if you prefer to be car free.
Distances
The local medieval town of Lautrec, one of France’s ‘prettiest villages’ is 3 km away.
A trip to Carcassonne, the fairy tale hill topped medieval, walled castle and village is 90 minutes away.
Albi, with it Cathar history and frightening cathedral is 30 minutes to the North.
Castres real southern French town is 20 minutes drive or a hour on a bike trail.
A farmers market is held every week in Realmont which is 20 minutes away on the road to Albi.
Further details
The area has a range of restaurants available. Here is a selection:-
Good value
Les Terraces bar [5 minutes drive] and restaurant in Lautrec provides pizzas and basic French meals, such as entrecôte
and frites, at an affordable price of around €10 without the need to reserve a table.
Medium Budget
The Cuq Bar Restaurant [5 minutes drive] provides a range of good quality, regional menus - including 3 course meal
options between €14 and €25. There is no need to reserve a table and English is spoken.
Fine Dining
Les Secrets Gourmands Restaurant [15 minutes drive] in Realmont provides fine dining menu options starting at €21.
Reservations on 0563790767.
Le Pescadou Restaurant [30 minutes drive] in Castres has an excellent range of fish dinners fresh from the coast for €18
plus. Reservations on 0563790767
L’Alter Ego Restaurant [30 minutes drive] in Labruguiere serves modern and elegant cuisine in a fine old Château from
€30. Reservations on 0563708000
Booking notes
50% deposit on booking (refunds up to one month before booking), balance on arrival.
All prices in Euros
Payment via cash or cheque
Paypal accepted
Credit cards via Paypal (+5%)
Pounds accepted at 1.1 Euros to £1.
Rates include continental breakfast, tea and coffee facilities and internet access. An extra bed can be added to the room for a small fee of 29 Euros.
Meals, beverages, refreshments and English breakfasts can also be provided for an additional fee and with 24 hours notice.
Guest comments
Ian and Carolyn "“We had a most enjoyable and memorable vacation. The château Brametourte and Lautrec are a real discovery. The château as a place to stay was great. It has character and atmosphere and we were made very welcome by Paul and Alison. The area is beautiful and there are so many places within easy reach that we will certainly return”.
Pete and Keri "An amazing experience at Château Brametourte. We banqueted like Vegan Kings and Queens".
Aline and Chris "A wonderful stay of 10 days has come to an end. Great company, food and scenery."
Owner profile
Alison and a sick cockerel!
About the owner
English couple with interests in history, France, sustainable living and restoration using traditional methods. We have been restoring this lovely château since 2006 and have now opened it as a B&B. We keep chickens for the lovely fresh eggs and use as far as possible local products or our own produce from our organic gardens and orchards, set in 20 hectares of parkland, gardens, woods and fields.
Year purchased: 2006
Why the owner chose a guest house in this location
Lovely friendly locals and outdoor cafes, historic buildings, great weather and food. We are near towns such as Albi, Cordes, Castres, Gaillac, Toulouse, Carcassonne and of course 'one of the prettiest villages in France' - Lautrec. We have wildlife, tranquillity, mountains and beaches. We also have a large pool complex with water slides just five minutes drive away called Aquaval - great for the family and a stunning lake amongst woods for romantic picnics and swimming and boating - just twenty minutes away. We are remote and can see marvels in the night sky and yet be in the melting pot of Toulouse in less than one hour.
Unique benefits of the property
Dating back to the 11 century, this medieval château is frozen in time, with arrow slits, giant open Gothic fires and enormous chambers. The château has been the home of Cathars, Knights of the Templar and a centre during the Wars of Religion and so is steeped in the voices of time. We have restored the château using a mixture of traditional medieval methods and state of the art 'green' technology. Often when guests are shown to their rooms - they are speechless with what they see!
For booking and further information
Property Ref FR5447
Paul Hunter
Tel: (France) + 33 (0)5 63 75 01 25
Tel: (UK) + 44 (0)7710 898941
Mobile: (France) + 33 (0)6 87 63 90 16
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