18th Century Artisans Cottage - featured in Sunday Times Best Gites 2018 & 2022 - Thézan-des-Corbières

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 350 sq m

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Thézan-Des-Corbières, Occitanie

Abbey of Fontfroide15 min drive
Corbieres Minervois Tourisme16 min drive
Reserve Africaine Sigean19 min drive
Carcassonne (CCF-Pays Cathare)43 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining Area

About this property

18th Century Artisans Cottage - featured in Sunday Times Best Gites 2018 & 2022

Listed in the Sunday Times 30 best self catering gites in France for 2022 and best 20 gites in the Languedoc 2018. Maison des Fleurs is a two bedroomed cottage with a sunny balcony where you can eat your morning croissant and watch village life go by. The cottage was formerly a vineyard worker's house and is now beautifully renovated and furnished with an eclectic mix of French antiques and practical modern furniture having a well equipped kitchen and wi fi - the top floor (bedrooms) has air conditioning.. The house offers all the amenities necessary for a relaxing holiday at any time of the year - it has air con and fans for the summer and, for the cooler winter evenings, radiators in all rooms. Should you be visiting with friends or family we have another gite just 9km away, please see Appartement de Roses et de Vignes..

Thezan des Corbieres is still a wine making village and vineyards surround the property offering enticing walks and bike rides. The village has all the amenities necessary, Boulangerie/Grocery Shop, Tabac/Post Office and a Pizzeria/Bar.It is only 15 minutes from the market town of Lezignan-Corbieres and 20 minutes from the larger town of Narbonne. Many airports serve this region, a testament to its popularity, Carcassonne and Beziers are the closest being about half an hour away, but Toulouse, Montpellier and Perpignan are also quite close being less than 2 hours drive.

Situated in the heart of historic Cathar country this area is a dream for those interested in history. Ancient abbeys such as Fontfroide (10 minutes drive) and World Heritage Sites like Carcassonne and the Canal du Midi are only half an hour away and, in Narbonne, you will find interesting evidence of the presence of the Romans when Narbonne was the centre of Roman Gaul. If, however, you just want to relax, there are also 44 beautiful beaches from which to choose, some only 16 miles distant. Just ten minutes away at St Laurent de la Cabrerisse is a fabulous river where locals and tourists swim and relax in the summer. For further information visit our website.

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Amenities

Kitchen

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Barbecue grill

Sunny private courtyard where you can enjoy your morning croissant

Kitchen

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 5

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Over 5 years of age

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Enjoy yourselves and have a happy and relaxing holiday

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Long-term renters welcome

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

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

Thézan-des-Corbières

Located in Thézan-des-Corbières, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Fabrezan Tower and Abbey of Fontfroide are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Reserve Africaine Sigean and Narbonnaise en Méditerranée Natural Regional Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Thézan-Des-Corbières, Occitanie

What's nearby

Narbonnaise en Méditerranée Natural Regional Park - 9 min drive
Abbey of Fontfroide - 15 min drive
Corbieres Minervois Tourisme - 16 min drive
Reserve Africaine Sigean - 19 min drive
Lagrasse Abbey - 20 min drive

Getting around

Lézignan-Corbières Station - 21 min drive
Carcassonne (CCF-Pays Cathare) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 14 min drive
Ô Mazette - 10 min drive
Auberge du Vieux Puits - 11 min drive
Muso - 10 min drive
Goujon Gilles - 11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 18th Century Artisans Cottage - featured in Sunday Times Best Gites 2018 & 2022 pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 18th Century Artisans Cottage - featured in Sunday Times Best Gites 2018 & 2022?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 18th Century Artisans Cottage - featured in Sunday Times Best Gites 2018 & 2022?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 18th Century Artisans Cottage - featured in Sunday Times Best Gites 2018 & 2022 located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Narbonnaise en Méditerranée Natural Regional Park and within 9 miles (15 km) of Fabrezan Tower and Charles Cros Museum. La Maison du Rire and Domaine de Mingraut are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Wonderful

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Ken C.

21 Jan 2019

Beautiful Little cottage in a wonderful area

The house has been lovingly restored to a beautiful little cottage filled with interesting objects picked up from the local markets. It is very comfortable and situated in a good area for touring round this part of France. The host, Diane was more than accommodating making sure we had adequate supplies for our first day and providing great advice on the local area and this part of France. I would have no hesitation in recommending a stay here, to enjoy the area, and the hospitality of the host

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Francis R.

4 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Francis remy

Super kleine Haus auf 3 stock. Haben wir uns gefühlt in mittelalter versetz . Einfach TOP

Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Elodie G.

16 Aug 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Maison des fleurs

Maisonette tres joliment décorée, adaptée que pour un couple située dans un village calme. Possibilité de faire de nombreuses visites aux alentours, voiture obligatoire.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Isadora, Cambridge, MA, USA

19 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heat wave vacation

My partner and I really enjoyed our stay in Thézan. The apartment was as described, clean, and ideal for our two week stay. Everything is small, but perfectly functional – it's possible to cook a full meal in the kitchen, and the house keeps relatively cool in the unbelievable heat because of how thick and solid the structure is (the beauty in staying in an old building!). Diane and Peter provided a binder of all the information about the area you could possibly need, which we referenced almost daily. Richard, the property manager, was also incredibly kind. The location was perfect for us for exploring all the region, and neighboring regions, have to offer -- the Mediterranean, all the way down to the Spanish border, Narbonne, Carcassonne, and all of the smaller cities and towns in between, and then south towards the Pyrenees and you're in the forest and mountains! So many beautiful swimming holes, and delicious food. Everyone that we met in Thézan was also extremely friendly. Overall, what more could you ask for?

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Carsten M., Landshut

1 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nettes Haus

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Maison des Fleurs

Why they chose this property

Listed in the Sunday Times 20 best gites in France for 2018.

What makes this property unique

We fell in love with Maison des Fleurs the minute we walked through the door - strange to most as the cottage was derelict and in a terrible state. It had, however, a lovely 'feel' to it. We have researched the history and found that it has always been a family home - at first it was a vineyard worker's house, the ground floor being used for the donkey or pony that would help the family till the vineyard. Later on the downstairs became a small shop where carts and bicycles were repaired, then it was converted again into a cottage where a family with 4 daughters lived. On the front door you can see initials carved by one of the owners who started their married life there - EH and PH.
We spent two years restoring this little cottage using materials that were consistent with the age of the cottage and keeping as many features as possible, such as the beams and floor tiles, it was a real labour of love. Every day someone from the village would pop in to see our progress, usually uttering 'bon chance' when they saw what we were doing and always offering advice! Gradually we could see the cottage as it had been, a warm, family home with great character. We added our brocante (antique shop) and vide grenier (flea market) finds and voila (!) it was finished.
Every single guest has remarked on the lovely ambiance of the cottage and the decor - all have found it a relaxing place to be with all the comforts of home. Everyone has also commented on how lovely it is to sit on the balcony and watch village life go by and how friendly people are in the village. Maybe that's because they feel they helped with the renovation by giving us advice!

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