Relax And Unwind In This Family Friendly Village Home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6111 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Check out the area

Castelnau-D'aude, Occitanie

St. Julian's and St. Basil's Church9 min drive
Corbieres Minervois Tourisme12 min drive
Abbey of Fontfroide32 min drive
Castres (DCM-Mazamet)90 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

Situated in rural languedoc-roussillon, the village of castelnau d'aude (pop.445) is quiet and peaceful, a small hamlet virtually a world apart from the hustle and bustle of city life. Our cozy holiday home has old world charm and modern amenities, without the distractions of wi-fi and satellite tv. We invite our guests to unplug and unwind - relax and enjoy the simplicity of the french countryside. Go for a cycle by the canal (less than a mile away), have a picnic by the river, or enjoy a glass of wine from our local winemaker on our rooftop terrace.

Castelnau d'Aude is situated midway between the historic cities of Carcassonne and Narbonne, in the shadow of the black mountains and surrounded by vineyards. The house is only 5 minutes from the Canal du Midi and 30 minutes from the Mediterranean.

A rural paradise, the village remains undiscovered by many from outside the region. The village is known for it's award wining winery Terres Georges run by Roland and Anne-Marie Coustal who offer tours and tastings twice weekly.

Lezignan-Corbieres (10 minutes away) has a host of shops, supermarkets, bars and restaurants. Both Lezignan and Olonzac (10 minutes away) have authentic, lively weekly markets. A five minute drive away is the beautiful canal side village of Homps, with a recreational lake ideal for sunbathing and swimming. It also has a cafe bar on the site with boat hire too. Along the canal at Homps there are some wonderful cafe/bars and restaurants.

The ground floor of the house consists of a living room with open plan kitchen and dining area (along with a with a queen sofa beds). The living room has a tv for playing dvd's. The winding stairs lead to the first floor with a small single bedroom, a large bedroom with a twin and queen bed, and an adjacent w/c with shower. Upstairs there is a large bedroom that looks out onto the rooftop terrace, a perfect spot dining or relaxing with a glass of wine on a lovely warm evening.

The home is located on a quiet road with little to no traffic. The village has a town hall, school, post office, grocery shop, as well as a weekly butchers van. Within a two minute walk of the house is a playground, basketball court and a football stadium.

Property manager

Sinead Finnerty-Pyne

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Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Free WiFi

Barbecue grill

Fireplace

Kitchen

Washer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No 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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

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

Castelnau-d'Aude

Located in Castelnau-d'Aude, this holiday home is in a rural area. St. Julian's and St. Basil's Church and Fabrezan Tower are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Domaine Les Penitents Bleu and Chateau Guery. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Castelnau-D'aude, Occitanie

What's nearby

St. Julian's and St. Basil's Church - 9 min drive
Corbieres Minervois Tourisme - 12 min drive
Abbaye Saint Guilhem Le Desert - 13 min drive
Abbey of Fontfroide - 32 min drive
Reserve Africaine Sigean - 41 min drive

Getting around

Lézignan-Corbières Station - 15 min drive
Carcassonne (CCF-Pays Cathare) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

Le Rivassel - 4 min drive
Château de l'Horte - 6 min drive
Le Ty'zac - 10 min drive
Le Bistrot Gourmand - 10 min drive
La Péniche - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Relax And Unwind In This Family Friendly Village Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Relax And Unwind In This Family Friendly Village Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relax And Unwind In This Family Friendly Village Home?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Relax And Unwind In This Family Friendly Village Home located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 1.9 mi (3 km) from Canal du Midi and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Domaine Les Penitents Bleu. Chateau Guery and St. Julian's and St. Basil's Church are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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2/10 Terrible

Helene F.

29 Aug 2018

vraiment decue....

La propriétaire ne parlant pas français,une partie des messages étaient incompréhensibles....Malgré sa bonne volonté visible,je pense que c' est à cause du traducteur! Avant notre arrivée nous avons appelé le gardien qui a raccroché trois fois au nez de mon Mari(Mon mari ne parle pas Anglais..et le gardien pas français!) Du coup jusqu'à notre arrivée à 22h30,(notre voiture est tombée en panne et nous étions très en retard),nous n''étions pas certains de pouvoir entrer.Nous avons deux enfants de 18mois et 4ans et demi... Enfin arrivé,j''ai mis un peu moins d'une heure avant de trouver le lit parapluie au fond d'une armoire... La maison sentait le renfermé. Par contre les draps étaient propre,les lits fait(Sauf pour bébé),et les matelas confortables. Nous ñ'avions pas réalisé que l' église étant proche de la maison,nous avons été réveillé toute les heures par les cloches. De plus nous entendions beaucoup les voisins d'en face jusqu'à 23h environ. La maison n' est pas adaptée aux enfants en bas âges à cause des escaliers Nous avons préféré écourter Notre séjour et repartir le lendemain matin. Cette location convient parfaitement pour des couples avec grands enfants appréciant la vie au coeur du village,calme mais sonore.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Heike K.

1 Aug 2018

Great place to relax

We stayed in this home for 14 days in July 2018. The house is well equipped and we had everything we needed. The neighbors are very friendly. We travelled with our 4 children from 7 to 14 years old and everyone of us enjoyed our stay. The terrace on the rooftop was a great place to have breakfast and dinner and do some table games in the evening. The location of this house is very good. You can reach so many important places of this area in 30-60 minutes by car (i.e. Narbonne, Minerve, Carcassonne, Montpellier, Perpignon, Abbey Fontfroide) and also the sea is reached in 40 minutes by car. The lake in Homps is also a nice place to go swimming, and it’s only 10 minutes to drive. The Canal du Midi is just 2 km away from this home and so you can easily reach it by foot and have a nice walk along the canal. We really had a great stay!

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra G., LONG BEACH

31 Aug 2016

A Quaint Three-Level Cottage in a Peaceful Village

My family and I stayed in this home for six nights in August 2016. Castelnau-d'Aude, where this home is located, is almost equidistant between the larger towns of Carcassonne and Narbonne, and is the perfect central location for anyone wishing to visit the Languedoc-Roussillon region for its history, as well as its vineyards. Most of the notable historic villages, and the seaside, are within a reasonable driving distance from this home. The home was clean, comfortable, and stocked with all the necessary supplies, such as towels, linens, and cooking equipment. The local caretaker left us a friendly, welcoming note, which also advised us where to find the village market and the nearest wine tasting. Our handy Cadogan Guide book listed some fabulous restaurants that were only minutes away from the home. The home was especially great for us because we were traveling with children and were able to do laundry at the home. One piece of advice for prospective visitors, especially those who are flying in on a Sunday: be sure to visit a Super Marche early in the day (perhaps before 5pm), otherwise you may not be able to pick up provisions until the next morning. Bon voyage!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jan H.

14 Nov 2015

Relaxing holiday home

We stayed here in August 2015 and had a very enjoyable stay. The house is well equipped with everything needed and the roof terrace was perfect for breakfast on those sunny mornings. There was plenty of literature showing the local tourist attractions. Castlenau is very well placed to visit the medieval city of Carcassone, whilst the sandy beaches of the Med are only 45 mins drive away. We also went on a boat on the Canal Du Midi, about 10 mins away. Definitely recommend this.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

John C., Reston, VA

12 Aug 2015

Cozy and quiet vacation retreat

We stayed in this house for the first time 11-23 July 2015, which was the third week of our 3-week vacation in France and Spain. It was a wonderful location to relax for the last week of our vacation. The house was spacious and well equipped, with all the comforts of home and very friendly neighbors. We will definitely stay again on our next visit to the area. After a 3.5 hour train trip from Bordeaux where we enjoyed a river cruise, we rented a car in Narbonne and drove about 40 minutes to Castelnau d'Aude via scenic country roads winding though vineyards, roman ruins, and fields of sunflowers. The house was a wonderful, central location from which to tour the area, which is rich in history, fine (and inexpensive) wine, beautiful and uncrowded beaches, castles and abbeys. We relaxed each evening on the terrance overlooking the town and surrounding vineyards. We highly recommend visiting the beach at Cap d'Agde, which is about a 70-minute drive, and the fortified city (Le Citi) in Carcasonne. The owner and the local managers arranged to have two bicycles in the house so we could enjoy riding along the Canal du Midi, which was about a 10 minute bike ride from the house - i was fun and very easy riding. We enjoyed rides on 3 mornings, watching the families waking up on canal boats and visitting numerous locks and small villages along the canal. Homps was a great spot to spend our last evening in the area, as we relaxed and watched people and canal boats from a small canal-side cafe.

About the host

Hosted by Sinead Finnerty-Pyne

Mother and daughter team Ann and Sinead fell in love with the small village and charming home after a trip to visit relatives in the village in 2001. Since purchasing the house that same year, they have spent time renovating and embellishing their home with regional finds and fond memories with their children, grand children, relatives and friends.

Ann is Irish born but has lived in Los Angeles since the late 1960's. Her daughter Sinead was born and raised in Los Angeles but calls Ireland and now France her second and third homes.

What makes this property unique

The home is compact and cozy and opens up further as you ascend the winding stairs. The rooftop terrace offers you a burst of light and a welcome retreat.

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