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A paradise for nature lovers, 20 minutes from Carcassonne

A paradise for nature lovers, 20 minutes from Carcassonne

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Overview of A paradise for nature lovers, 20 minutes from Carcassonne

Reviews
9.4 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 485 sq m

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Greffeil, Occitanie
  • Popular LocationChateau Comtal25 min drive
  • Popular LocationCanal du Midi Harbor Master's Office25 min drive
  • Popular LocationNarbonnaise Gate26 min drive
  • AirportCarcassonne (CCF-Pays Cathare)38 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

A paradise for nature lovers, 20 minutes from Carcassonne

Located in the Lauquet valley on the edge of the village of Greffeil (two listed sites, the 18th century bridge and the 14th century roman church), a bioclimatic house, passive, comfortable, not overlooked, at garden level with swimming pool, with a nice view over the valley where the river offers beautiful swimming spots, adapted for couples (or with small child) nature lovers, people looking for calm or eager to discover good wines. A place to recharge your batteries, discover massages and taste local and organic products. Fans of cultural discoveries will enjoy visiting various tourist sites, for example the City of Carcassonne and the Canal du Midi, both designated as UNESCO World Heritage sites, the Cathar Castles, Rennes - the castle made famous by the Da Vinci Code, Limoux Berceaux de la Blanquette Saint-Hilaire Abbey and its various medieval villages...The site offers, for people interested in hiking, climbing, horse riding, cycling (mountain biking), white water sports (like canyoning, rafting, canoeing, kayaking and swimming in white water), gliding and skiing, various activities on site or a bit further (by car, the Pic de Buggarach (1h), Puivert (1h), the Pyrenees (2h), the Montagne Noire (Black Mountain, 1h) and the sea (1h)...Your host, who likes theatre, will help you find the best programme...Or, at the end of the day, you can relax on the terrace while drinking a good wine, enjoy the last rays of sunshine and breathe...

Property manager

Wagner Laurence
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Languages

English, French, Spanish
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Greffeil

Located in Greffeil, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Museum of the Middle Ages and Theatre Jean Deschamps are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Abbey of Saint-Hilaire and Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and hiking/biking trails.
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Greffeil, Occitanie

What's nearby

  • Carcassonne Golf - 21 min drive
  • Aude Gate - 24 min drive
  • Chateau Comtal - 25 min drive
  • Canal du Midi Harbor Master's Office - 25 min drive
  • Narbonnaise Gate - 26 min drive

Getting around

  • Verzeille Station - 17 min drive
  • Carcassonne (CCF-Pays Cathare) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • Le Kepi Blanc - 17 min drive
  • La Centaurée - 15 min drive
  • Auberge du Puits Fleuri - 1 min walk
  • Croco Pizzas - 13 min drive
  • Dézarnaud Louis - 19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A paradise for nature lovers, 20 minutes from Carcassonne pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A paradise for nature lovers, 20 minutes from Carcassonne?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A paradise for nature lovers, 20 minutes from Carcassonne?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A paradise for nature lovers, 20 minutes from Carcassonne located?

Located on the riverfront, this family-friendly cottage is 7 mi (11.2 km) from Abbey of Saint-Hilaire and 11.1 mi (17.9 km) from Carcassonne Golf. Canal du Midi and Raymond Chesa Leisure Park are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Clare C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
French ‘fix’ satisfied
We had a wonderful week. We were made so welcome by the friendly owner and her family. The property is well equipped, comfortable and provided us with the peaceful environment we were in need of. The pool was very welcome, considering the glorious weather we enjoyed, although we were so busy discovering the surrounding area we didn’t make as much use of it as we would have liked.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Martin T.

Peaceful, quiet location, great for a really relaxing holiday
Before we arrived at the property we expected peace and tranquility and this was exactly what we got. A lovely getaway complimented by everything we needed inside to be totally self catered.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Freddie B.

Nice little studio
Lovely studio to stay in for the week. Lovely views from the windows and lovely welcome from the owners.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

2/10 Terrible

Robert H.

Not happy with pool due to insects and flies were just horrible not giving you any rest
The picture is not what you see, the room is below the grandmothers accomodation and so you do not have the place to yourself plus the picture above needs to change to reflect the real picture as you are not staying in that building so you are sharing with others so not so peaceful or idillic
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Stephen & Nell D.

Lovely well-equipped gite in a peaceful setting
We had a lovely stay over the New Year period. The Gite was very comfortable, cosy and well equipped. Even at this time of year we were able to relax on the outside terrace enjoying the sunshine and lovely view. The owners were very friendly and helpful, and we would heartily recommend this gite for a visit, and we hope to return.

About the host

Hosted by Wagner Laurence

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Jean marc and Laurence, who have owned the pré des Jacques for 25 years, welcome your on their 3000 m2 property. Laurence is a choreographer but is also passionate about gardening and her botanical garden and vegetable garden are organic. She is searching for harmony with the help of her husband, who is master craftsman:
he is very resourceful when it comes to construction and built the buildings and the terraces by combining modern architecture and stones...
Both of them are culture enthusiasts and combine the richness of this land's heritage with their more contemporary ideas.
They will give you great ideas to discover the land away from the usual tourist areas.

Why they chose this property

Around 1980, they decided to settle down in Aude and to build their house as well as to express their jobs...They have three children and it was love at first sight with the valley.After raising their children, they decided to build an independent rental building to share with people who, just like themselves come from somewhere else, the quality of life in this valley...Conviviality is the emblem of this house...

What makes this property unique

The property is very comfortable, terraces, swimming pool, garden...Everything is full of details and beauty...The property was built on the hillside, with a terraced arrangement, surrounded by low wall stones, facing south and shaded in summer...really relaxing and far from the noises, this place is perfect to recharge your batteries...
The villagers are very welcoming with the visitors who take part in the local festivals in summer and in the Christmas markets in winter...

Languages:

English, French, Spanish

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