House in Les Cabannes, Occitanie

Maison Felix is an idyllic 18th century cottage at the foot of Cordes sur Ciel

Maison Felix is an idyllic 18th century cottage at the foot of Cordes sur Ciel

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Welcome to Maison Felix, looking out towards Cordes sur Ciel
The ground floor room
Maison Felix is on four floors
Maison Felix is set in a quiet village at the foot of Cordes
The village square can be seen from the front door

Overview of Maison Felix is an idyllic 18th century cottage at the foot of Cordes sur Ciel

9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 591 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill

Check out the area

Les Cabannes, Occitanie
  • Popular LocationGreat Squire's House13 min walk
  • Popular LocationGarden of Paradise15 min walk
  • Popular LocationMuseum of Sugar and Chocolate Arts16 min walk
  • AirportToulouse (TLS-Blagnac)81 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Maison Felix is an idyllic 18th century cottage at the foot of Cordes sur Ciel

Maison Felix is a well equipped cottage on four levels, with a comfortable kitchen and living area at ground level, a peaceful double bedroom with WC & bathroom on the first floor, a delightful salon with a breathtaking view of Cordes sur Ciel on the second floor (with a sofa bed) with separate shower and WC, and a spacious attic with double bed, and glorious views from the skylight. Just around the back is a garden with a sheltered area, with a table and chairs for al fresco dining.

The kitchen and comfortable room on the ground floor of Maison Felix, has a log burner for cooler autumn and winter evenings. Just around the back is the garden, with a tiled roof over the patio for summer shade. There is a fabulous view of Cordes from the salon on the second floor. The kitchen of Maison Felix is equipped with an induction hob, an electric oven, a washing machine, a coffee machine, a pretty Limoges dinner service, and ample pans, cutlery, and sundry equipment.

Les Cabannes is a beautiful village at the foot of Cordes sur Ciel (village préféré des Français 2014) and Maison Felix is an idyllic 18th century holiday cottage near the quiet square, by the river Cerou, a few minutes walk from restaurants, theatre and shops including fresh bread. Cordes is an easy walk away, and the 'petit train' runs through Les Cabannes in the summer months for those who would rather take a ride to the top of this wonderful bastide town. Maison Felix can be rented for your holiday.

There are a plethora of walks directly from Maison Felix, into the countryside, along the river banks, or up into the magnificent fortified medieval town of Cordes sur Ciel. You can use the bicycles to travel further afield, or to visit the Garrisou water park on the outskirts of the village. There are weekly markets in Les Cabannes and Cordes.

The Midi Pyrenees around Cordes sur Ciel is one of the most beautiful parts of France. Cordes has a classical music festival in July, and a big medieval fete each year. There are nocturnal torch-lit walks and traditional music performances and dances in the summer, a gallery of modern art, a museum, shops, and numerous restaurants. At the end of the village is a water sports centre le Garissou. There are marche aux puces or vide greniers in many of the surrounding villages, notably enormous events in Najac, and weekly flea markets in Albi. The tourist centre in Gaillac has most of the local wines available to buy or taste, and you can pick up a free map of the vineyards, to follow the trail. The vineyards welcome visitors. Albi is an interesting and beautiful town, with a very good shopping centre and a magnificent pink, brick cathedral. St Antonin, situated at the foot of a stupendous gorge, has a famous Sunday market which fills its medieval streets, several good restaurants, and canoes for hire, for an exciting and spectacular half day on the Aveyron (you are collected by a mini-bus at the end). There is a reservoir near the peaceful village of Monesties, Plan d’eau de Roucarie with supervised bathing, sailing and pedaloes. Toulouse is about an hour away by car or train (from Cordes Vindrac station) and Figeac is worth a visit in the other direction. The many bastide towns and villages in the area are worth visiting, including Penne, Castelnau de Montmiral, Bruniquel (with its Offenbach festival), Puycelsi and Najac

Maison Felix is a characterful 18th century house on four floors. The stairs are fairly steep. There is free safe parking very close. Facilities and equipment include electric heating, log burner, television (not BBC), DVD player, washing machine, iron & ironing board, hairdryer, oven, induction hob, fridge, wi-fi, crockery, cutlery, etc. bedding, towels, sofa bed, two bicycles, CD/tape machine, vintage gramophone, books. There are two bedrooms (2nd floor and top floor) with double beds, bathroom & wc (2nd floor), shower & wc (3rd floor),garden (not attached)

The base of Cordes sur ciel is 1.5km by road, and there is an easy (but steep) walk to the top from Maison Felix. There are shops locally and in Cordes. There is an excellent independent supermarket (Prim Frais), very near, between Cordes & Les Cabannes. There are plenty of shops and places to eat within an easy walk from Maison Felix.

As well as the water park, swimming is in the reservoir near Monesties, or in the river at Laguepie or Lagarde Viaur looking up at the spectacular village perched on the rocks above.

Toulouse is about an hour away by car or train (from Cordes Vindrac station) and Figeac is worth a visit in the other direction. The most convenient airports are Toulouse-Blagnac (about an hour away) or Rodez-Aveyron (about an hour and a quarter)

Property manager

Tim & Kate Wardle
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Languages

English, French
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

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

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Can hire an additional cot for fee

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 22 lb per pet (limit one pet total)
Please contact us for negotiation

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

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

About the area

Les Cabannes

Located in Les Cabannes, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tarn and Gorges de l'Aveyron, while Charles Portal Museum and Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Garden of Paradise and Château-musée du Cayla. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Charles Portal Museum - 13 min walk
  • Great Squire's House - 13 min walk
  • Great Huntsman's House - 14 min walk
  • Garden of Paradise - 15 min walk
  • Museum of Sugar and Chocolate Arts - 16 min walk

Getting around

  • Cordes - Vindrac Station - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • Le Bistrot Cordais - 2 min drive
  • Le PANORAMIQUE le BRIDE Cordes-sur-Ciel - 17 min walk
  • Auberge de la Halle - 16 min walk
  • Manufacture Gourmande - 13 min walk
  • Terrasse sur Ciel - 15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Maison Felix is an idyllic 18th century cottage at the foot of Cordes sur Ciel pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 22 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Maison Felix is an idyllic 18th century cottage at the foot of Cordes sur Ciel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Maison Felix is an idyllic 18th century cottage at the foot of Cordes sur Ciel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Maison Felix is an idyllic 18th century cottage at the foot of Cordes sur Ciel located?

This family-friendly Les Cabannes holiday home is located in a rural location, within a 15-minute walk of Charles Portal Museum, Garden of Paradise and Great Squire's House. Museum of Sugar and Chocolate Arts and Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Eileen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
4 Day stay
Had a lovely time - all good. Thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anthony P., Taynuilt, Argyll, Scotland

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, interesting house in a beautiful, peaceful village
We much enjoyed staying in a house whose history could be felt in every corner and every room. It was also thoughtfully and extensively equipped with all necessary aids to comfortable living. Les Cabannes itself is like a village lost in time, but its nearness to the wonders of Cordes cité, which could be seen spectacularly from the upper rooms, plus the amenities of its more contemporary lower area, made for an excellent holiday stay. The owners and their local representatives provided wonderfully complete information and briefings, which added to the our enjoyment. Anthony Phillips and Karine Georgian
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Duncan H., United Kingdom

A Lovely Town House close to Cordes sur Ciel
This house was perfect for our stay. We wanted to travel the area and to see Albi and Najac - both recommended as well as visit Cordes sur Ceil. The house provided and excellent base and is a short walk - 15 minutes to Cordes - easier of the way back as it is downhill! It has a well equipped kitchen and some lovely character rooms to enjoy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Annie-France B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Top moumoute!
Gîte très beau, confortable avec 1 accueil extraordinaire!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family enjoyed our stay here! Tim and Kate were great hosts!
Tim and Kate were very responsive and accommodated our extended stay. The house itself was perfect for the five of us! We enjoyed great food and wine at the restaurant next door. We can’t wait to come back and would stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Tim & Kate Wardle

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Kate manages the Petworth arts festival in the UK and Tim is an accountant. We love the countryside, music, wine, good food and France. We have been travelling to the medieval bastide town of Cordes sur Ciel, in the midi Pyrenees since 1998 in our 1969 MGB Roadster. We recently bought a beautiful little house at the foot of Cordes in the small village of Les Cabannes, walking distance from Cordes, and off a quiet square near the river Cerou.

Why they chose this property

This lovely village has all the advantages of being in Cordes sur Ciel, but is quiet and peaceful with easy parking.

What makes this property unique

We bought the property with all the contents and furnishings, and the previous owner had a real flair for interior design. We love it, and we hope that you do too.

Languages:

English, French

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