Country farmhouse for family holidays, pool, free wifi, close to Carcassonne

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Traditional stone cottage and sun-drenched swimming pool in heart of France.

Very sheltered and sunny terrace with outdoor dining area and BBQ.

Sunny swimming pool with lawn and natural stone surround. Perfect for children.

Outdoor dining and private sunny terrace. Have lunch by the pool and lawn.

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Popular amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Gym

Explore the area

Aigues-Vives, Occitanie

Canal du Midi Harbor Master's Office20 min drive
Chateau Comtal20 min drive
Narbonnaise Gate22 min drive
Castres (DCM-Mazamet)81 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

This beautiful farmhouse is set in the private grounds of Chateau Clos des Archers in the centre of a historic medieval village 15 minutes from the City of Carcassonne. The house is surrounded by beautiful sunny gardens and has a wonderful sheltered swimming pool. It is ideal for a family holiday and for a safe, quiet haven. The village is on the edge of the historic Etaing de Marseillette with miles of easy cycling on quiet country lanes to explore. It has a bakery & bar with excellent shops & restaurants close by. It is also the heart of the Minervois wine region & vineyards & close to the Canal du Midi. Only 45 minutes from the sea, the property is also close to the lakes & mountains & perfect for activity and family holidays or a quiet romantic break.

Activities: We can provide the following activities and services on request and subject to production of necessary licenses and/or insurance. Prices on request.

Canoes and Cayaking expeditions
Walking and cycling tours
Catermaran Sailing
4 x 4 Landcruiser Safari
Quad bike safari
Horse riding expeditions
Fishing with local guide in the lakes and rivers of Minervois
Wine tastings, tours, vineyard picnics and wine tuition.

Catering and Chef services: If you want a special dinner preparing we can also arrange this for you.

Property manager

Alex and Pipa Francis

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Amenities

Pool

Gym

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Outdoor space

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

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

We ask all guests to treat the property with respect and to leave in in the same clean state as on arrival, especially the kitchen. All rubbish shoul

Arrival and Departure dates should be Saturday or Sunday unless otherwise agreed.

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

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

Cashless transactions are available

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Aigues-Vives

Located in Aigues-Vives, this farm stay is in a rural area and near theme parks. Château l'Amiral and Château de Gourgazaud are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Haut-Languedoc Regional Nature Park and Canal du Midi. Jet skiing and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and hunting nearby.

Aigues-Vives, Occitanie

What's nearby

Le Musee de la Torture de Carcassone - 18 min drive
Aude Gate - 19 min drive
Canal du Midi Harbor Master's Office - 20 min drive
Chateau Comtal - 20 min drive
Narbonnaise Gate - 22 min drive

Getting around

Lézignan-Corbières Station - 25 min drive
Carcassonne (CCF-Pays Cathare) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

La Boutique - 9 min drive
Trattoria Napoli - 12 min drive
Les Vignes de Bacchus - 12 min drive
Le Pasteur - 11 min drive
Bar café - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Country farmhouse for family holidays, pool, free wifi, close to Carcassonne pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Country farmhouse for family holidays, pool, free wifi, close to Carcassonne?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Country farmhouse for family holidays, pool, free wifi, close to Carcassonne?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Country farmhouse for family holidays, pool, free wifi, close to Carcassonne located?

This family-friendly Aigues-Vives farm stay is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Château l'Amiral and Canal du Midi. Occitania Truffle House and Caunes Minervois Abbey are also within 9 miles (15 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Emeline G.

4 Sept 2023

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

Parfait !

Nos hôtes sont accueillants, disponibles, bienveillants. Ils ont restauré avec beaucoup de goût leur propriété : tout est fait pour passer un excellent séjour ! Encore merci

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea M.

30 Aug 2023

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

Lovely relaxing visit.

Had an amazing holiday. House is lovely and comfortable and pool is amazing. Pippa and Alex are wonderful hosts and nothing is too much trouble. Location is excellent for mountains, cities and coast. We will be back!!!

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph R.

10 July 2023

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

Truly Amazing and Authentic

This has to be the nicest place we have ever stayed in. The location of the property is very handy to local shops, amazing restaurants and the best thing about, France the patisserie's. Alex and Pippa are very welcoming and share great knowledge of the local area including recommendations for day trips, where to eat and good wine of course. The House itself is breath taking. A beautiful two bedroom cottage opposite the main house with the most stunning garden and refreshing pool. We spent all hours of the hot afternoons sunbathing and swimming. We would 100% recommend this place to anyone wanting to get away from the busyness of the city and truly immerse yourself into the village lifestyle. Thanks again for a unforgettable stay. J and C

Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laetitia H.

11 Aug 2020

Un super séjour

Nous avons passé 2 semaines exceptionnelles chez Alex et Pippa. La maison est spacieuse, très jolie et très bien aménagée. Il ne manque rien ! Les propriétaires sont très accueillants. Le jardin est très agréable avec la terrasse, la piscine et le trampoline. Le village est calme et plein de charme. Pratique pour partir en excursion dans les environs. La région ne manque pas de points d'intérêt. Impossible de s'ennuyer !

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Michael R.

9 Sept 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Merci pour le séjour inoubliable dans votre gite et gros bisous a Pobby.....

Wunderschönes herrschaftliches Objekt mit Salzwasserpool in toller Landschaft gelegen. Sehr freundliche Vermieter. Küchenausstattung und Matrazenrost hätten etwas besser sein können. Empfehlenswert!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

About the host

Hosted by Alex and Pipa Francis

We moved from London to France in 2003 with our six children and bought Clos des Archers in 2004. It has been a labour of love restoring this 19th century Maison de Maitre and the cottage and grounds. We work in the wine business and we wanted to be closer to our producers.

Why they chose this property

We were looking for a large family house and one which also offered the possibility of guest accommodation for friends and family. We fell in love with the lovely proportions of all the rooms, the space and quietness of the grounds and the huge potential of the house. We were looking for somewhere that was rural but not isolated and it is quite rare to find houses of this size in a village and with substantial outside space. Being just 20 minutes from Carcassonne is a big advantage.

What makes this property unique

The orientation of the property is such that there is always a sunny and sheltered corner to be found throughout the day. The high walls (Cloister) provide privacy and shade when needed. The terraces are in full sun in the summer, as is the pool. Having proper lawn is also a great advantage for lying out in the sun while the house provides much needed shade on the north lawn for small children to play outside. The house and bedrooms never get too hot in the summer.
The surrounding countryside is so beautiful,with many lovely walks and rides leading away from the village. Within a short drive you can be up in the mountains and lakes and streams or down at the coast. It is a really safe village and area for children and everyone looks out for each other.