Place du Casteillas - Stone house in Circulade Village
House with 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6, Garden, Swimming Pool
On a hill of Bas-Razès, nestled in a valley of vines, in the real Cathar country, this is the sunniest (300 days a year) and warmest region of France.
It is a restored stone built house originally part of the fortified castle walls (over 1000 years old), now with three double bedrooms, two bathrooms, kitchen dinning room and spacious lounge with working fireplace. There is an enclosed private large courtyard garden for relaxing and outside dining and also a superb roof terrace and sun lounge with stunning views across the vineyards. A outside Jacuzzi that seats 4 is useable from May to October.
There is lots to see locally including Carcassonne, la Cité, Abbeys, Cathar Castles , Grottos, Museums, The Canal du Midi, Hot spring baths .The Pyrenees and the Mediterranean beaches are within easy reach while a visit to Figueras (Dali museum),Spain and the Costa Brava or a shopping trip to Andorra offer alternatives for a day out.
Over 1000 years old Donazac has houses and a fortified church around a place which was originally a circular castle (the casteillas). The last occupant was the lord of Barry.
The house has a large kitchen / dining room which is fully equipped for inside cooking and dining as well as an outside dining table in the courtyard for eating lunch or dinner. Shade is provided by a fig tree which shelters the heated Jacuzzi and by Parasols. An outside gas barbeque is provided.
You can have a fire in the large fireplace in the Lounge - this is large and comfortably furnished room with ample seating ( 2 sofas and armchairs ) and english TV.
Stairs lead to an open plan office / library / dressing area with two double bedrooms leading off. One bedroom has an ensuite bath, shower and toilet and there is a large family shower room with WC. Finally you find a sunroom which overlooks the roof terrace (views across the village and the surrounding vineyards). There is another double bedroom on this floor.
The house is fully refurbished with double glazing, masses of country character and full electric central heating in every room. Because the walls are very thick the house stays comfortably cool even on the hottest summer days.
All the rooms have shutters to allow a cool breeze whist keeping the heat of the sun out.
Facilities for this holiday house in Limoux, Languedoc-Roussillon
Property
Type:
House
Nearest Airport:
Carcassonne - 30 kms
Nearest Port:
Narbonne/ Sete - 90 kms
Nearest Bar/Pub:
Villelongue - 4 kms
Nearest Restaurant:
Alaigne - 6 miles
Nearest Beach:
Gruissian - 88 kms
Nearest Golf Course:
Limoux / Carcassonne - 30 kms
Nearest Ski Resort:
Camurac - 40 kms
Location Type:
Fishing Nearby, Horse Riding, Near the sea, Quiet, Rural/Village
Bedrooms:
3 Double Bedrooms. Character bedrooms with linen , duvets and towels
Bathrooms:
1 Bathroom, 2 Showers. One ensuite bathroom and family shower room.
Kitchen:
Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Iron. Fully equipped country style.
General:
Real Fire, Central Heating, Telephone, House Linen, Towels Provided, Internet Access. Telephone and internet by prior arrangement.
Dining:
Seating for 8. Inside and outside dining and cooking facilities.
Entertainment:
Satellite TV, Video, DVD, Radio, CD System, Board Games. White water rafting, kayaking, fishing , tennis and golf all available locally.
Outside:
Private Pool, Terrace, Garden, BBQ, Parking, Garden Furniture. Heated Jacuzzi for up to four people in a sheltered courtyard for relaxing and eating. Plus there is a supurb terrace with vineyard views.
Suitability:
Children Welcome, Not Suitable For Wheelchairs, Suitable For Elderly, Pets Allowed, Smoking Allowed.
Extra cleaning charges will apply if necessary. Maid service is available by prior arrangement.
Local activities in and around Limoux, Languedoc-Roussillon
The excellent local markets include Limoux (Friday) Mirepoix (Monday) Esperanza ( Sunday) Carcassonne ( Saturday) and there are local festivals for wine and food virtually every weekend.
Attractions include several world heritage sites - Carcassonne and La Cité, Abbeys, Cathar Castles ,Grottos, museums, and The Canal du Midi (ideal for a boat trip or go for a stroll in the dappled sunlight along its canal side pathways.) .
As an area of vine growing the nearest degustation is within walking distance of the house and the area is famous for Blanquette a sparkling white wine that predates champagne.
In autumn there is the grape harvest, whilst in winter a trip to a ski resort for skiing or a meal is an easy drive. In spring nature lovers find all the wild flowers (including orchids). And don't forget the famous Limoux carnival - every weekend for three months from the beginning of January to the trial of the Carnival King just before Easter. This is then followed by the 'Toques and Clocher' festival.
Carcassonne is only 20 minutes drive away where you can visit the fairytale medieval city. Carcassonne has festivals in July and August, and a Christmas market. Don't miss a visit to Mirepoix, one of the most stunning medieval bastide towns. Castelnaudary is the 'capital' of the local famous dish 'Cassoulet' and even has a cassoulet festival in August. For Cathar history, there are castles to visit Peyreperteuse, Puivert, Puilaurens, Montsegùr, Queribus, Termes, as well as Rennes-le-Chateau for the Holy Grail stories.
33 Km SW of Carcassonne - By Road from the north take the autoroute des deux mers - the motorway of the 2 seas - exit Bram direction Limoux.
Rental rates for this house
Price Per Week
Quoted In
Approximately equivalent to
UK Pound
Euro
US Dollar
20 Dec - 3 Jan 2009
£395.00
€434.50
$592.50
3 Jan - 4 Apr 2009
£295.00
€324.50
$442.50
4 Apr - 18 Apr 2009
£395.00
€434.50
$592.50
18 Apr - 23 May 2009
£295.00
€324.50
$442.50
23 May - 1 Oct 2009
£395.00
€434.50
$592.50
1 Oct - 19 Dec 2009
£295.00
€324.50
$442.50
19 Dec - 2 Jan 2010
£395.00
€434.50
$592.50
Rental Notes: From May to September changeovers are on a Saturday. departure 10.00 am and arrival 15.00. At other times of the year alternative arrival/departure days and short breaks are possible.
Payment can be made by either Bank Transfer, Sterling or Euro cheque or Paypal. The rental price is for up to 6 people. Electricity and Gas are included May - Sept. In winter heating is not included and a supplement of 60 Euros a week applies from 1st Oct to 30th April.
The rent plus a £150 breakage / cleaning deposit, is payable 8 weeks before the booking commences. The deposit will be refunded, within 2 weeks of departure.
For bookings shorter than a week please ask for rates. Local Airports - Carcasonne with Ryan Air flights to.
UK , Brussels and Dublin. Other airports include Toulouse - British Airways, Easyjet and Airfrance , and Perpignan Stansted and Montpelier Airports - Ryanair. Cars can easily be hired at all airports.
Guestbook
"Wonderful Christmas holiday - very comfortable house" - Adelaide Mornington
Availability of Place du Casteillas
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Owner joined site on:
23 October 2008
Property listed since:
06 November 2008
Holiday House in france - Languedoc-Roussillon - Aude - Limoux - Donazac
