House in the village of Villegly-en-Minervois
Great base for exploring Cathar country
Sleeps 4/6 (2 Bedrooms + sofabed)
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A former blacksmith's forge built in the mid-nineteenth century, the house has all you need for comfort and convenience on your holiday. The ground floor extends to the entire length and breadth of the house. This was where the blacksmith would have originally worked, and the stone jambs by the front door still have notches which would have allowed carts to pass through. It has now been converted into a large kitchen and dining area with a modern fitted kitchen at the far end and a large space for dining at the front. Here, you can sit and plan your day at the table while having breakfast. Later in the day, meals can be prepared and served in comfort. The outside courtyard has a barbecue and a large table and chairs for you to eat al fresco. In addition, there is a separate WC/shower room, added in 2008 for extra convenience.
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| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 30 October 2011 - 31 March 2012 | £235 | - | ||
| 1 April 2012 - 30 June 2012 | £330 | - | ||
| 1 July 2012 - 31 August 2012 | £405 | - | ||
| 1 September 2012 - 31 October 2012 | £330 | - | ||
| 1 November 2012 - 23 March 2013 | £280 | - |
Notes on prices
30/10/11-31/3/12: up to 3 nights:£175, up to 5 nights:£205, for up to 7 nights:£235 (£30/night thereafter).
1/4/12-30/6/12, 1/9/12-31/10/12: up to 3 nights:£250, up to 5 nights:£290, up to 7 nights:£330 (£38/night thereafter).
1/7/12-31/8/12: up to 3 nights:£305, up to 5 nights: £360, up to 7 nights:£405 (£50/night thereafter).
1/11/12-31/3/13: up to 3 nights:£210, up to 5 nights:£245, up to 7 nights:£280 (£33/night thereafter).
Changeover day
Changeover day is flexible. Arrival preferred after 4pm and departure before 10am.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Bedroom 1 with double bed. Bedroom 2 with twin beds. |
| Bathrooms: | Main bathroom with twin washbasins, bath and separate shower. Separate WC. Additional outside shower room with WC and washbasin. |
| Kitchen: | Electric oven, gas hob, fridge, freezer, microwave, dishwasher, coffee maker, electric kettle, good supply of pots, pans, utensils, crockery, glasses and cutlery. |
| Utility Room: | Washing machine and tumble dryer. |
| Living Rooms: | Sky TV (free-to-air channels), DVD player, double sofabed. |
| Other: | Ground floor is open-plan with large dining area and kitchen at rear. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
Towels and linen included - property is cleaned and towels/bedding changed at beginning of rental. |
| Amenities/Facilities: | hob/stove oven fridge microwave dishwasher washing machine tumble dryer iron/ironing board satellite tv tv telephone internet access barbecue |
| Suitability: | pets accepted |
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Notes on accommodation
Electric heating. Children welcome.
Outside
Shady courtyard with palm tree and barbecue. Parking available directly in front of the house.
Coast/Beach
The nearest coast is about 45 minutes' drive away. The coast is very varied, with little fishing villages and wide, sandy beaches. The resort of Leucate is particularly recommended.
Travel
Carcassonne Airport is 20 minutes' drive away and is served by Ryanair from various airports in the UK and Ireland. Toulouse Airport is about 75 minutes' drive and Girona Airport in Spain is about 2hrs 15 minutes away. Use of a car is essential - car hire is often cheaper in Spain than it is in France.
Distances
Carcassonne is 15 minutes' drive away. Minerve (ancient village dating back to Roman times) is 30 minutes. The stunning Orbiel valley with the four dramatic Cathar castles at Lastours is 10 minutes away.
Further details
Villegly has local shops (bakery, grocery, butcher, tabac) which are within easy walking distance of the house. The nearest supermarket is Intermarché on the way to Carcassonne. There is a small pizza restaurant in the village - there is a great variety of places to eat in Carcassonne. The Lac de la Cavayère is 20 minutes drive, which has a manmade beach and is a very popular place for sunbathing.
Booking notes
Deposit: 25% of total payable immediately upon booking by either credit/debit card (PayPal), cheque in Pounds or Euros at the current rate or bank transfer (Non-refundable).
Remaining Payment: To be received as cleared funds 8 weeks prior to the rental period commencing. If paying by credit/debit card (PayPal) there will be an additional 3.8% charge to cover costs.
Guest comments
"Very nice character house in pretty small village, close to many beautiful walks, and the lovely city of Carcassonne." (Sept 2009)
"We loved the house, the medieval city and the lovely old ladies who sit outside in the evening!" (July 2010)
"Fabulous house, stunning scenery, good wine... We've found paradise!!" (August 2010)
"Plenty of facilities/equipment. Home from home." (June 2011)
"Very comfortable home! Lovely scenery, good central point." (July 2011)
"Wonderful time, loved the bakery and the Pizzeria." (Sept 2011)
"Enjoyed our week, especially your garden!" (Oct 2011)
"Lovely house - how much nicer than a hotel!" (Oct 2011)
Owner profile
About the owner
I am a teacher who enjoys travelling and love the Languedoc area. I enjoy peaceful, relaxing holidays with the option of venturing out or lounging around.
Year purchased: 2008
Why the owner chose a home in this location
I started visiting Carcassonne and the surrounding area in the mid-90s and I absolutely love it! There are so many things to see and do: Cathar castles, wonderful vineyards, great walks, picturesque villages and the coast is only a 45minute drive away.
Unique benefits of the property
The house is in a typical French village, with local bakery, butcher, groceries and tabac. The Moureau winery is very close by, which sells excellent Minervois red and rosé. The spectacular medieval city of Carcassonne is 15 minutes' drive away and there are great walks from the property itself. It is a great place to relax and read a book with plenty of scope for more active pursuits.
For booking and further information
Property Ref FR6000
Nick Stein
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