LA MAISON D'OC
NEAR CARCASSONNE, LANGUEDOC
SOUTH FRANCE VACATION RENTALS
CARCASSONNE HOLIDAY
HOUSE
FOR RENT
SLEEPS 2 - 4
PLUNGE POOL IN PRIVATE GARDEN
ACCESS TO LARGE SWIMMING POOL ON DOMAINE
5 MINUTES FROM CARCASSONNE
WALK TO CANAL DU MIDI
Whether it be for a week or more, live your life to the rhythm of the
cicadas in the little "Maison d'Oc" of the Domaine Saint-Pierre
de Trapel.This pleasant old gamekeeper's cottage, completely renovated to high standards, has its own garden with plunge pool, and access to a large swimming pool. You are just 5 minutes drive from Carcassonne, with easy access to the airport, and the medieval cité. It is an excellent base to discover the Languedoc
La Maison d'Oc
The perfect place for 2 to 4 people, the "Maison d'Oc" on the edge of the domain, opens onto a shady private garden with plunge-pool and barbecue.
Each of the three storeys of the "Maison d'Oc" gives off an atmosphere of peace and authenticity.
Both bedrooms overlook the beautiful vineyards of the Minervois.
The warm orange-yellows of the upper-storey bedroom blend in perfectly with the superb open beamed ceiling and teak furniture to give a warm and radiant feeling.
The first storey is divided between the second bedroom with its rich reds and acajou furniture, and the marble-tiled bathroom.
Bathroom
The atmosphere of the kitchen-cum-living room on the ground floor is that of times gone by with its bijoux sink and the stone walls of the staircase.
Furnishings:
Kitchen area : 3 gas ring cooker with multi-function oven, dish-washer, washer-dryer, extractor fan, table and chairs.
Living area : sofa, TV, CD/radio-cassette player.
First storey bedroom : South exposure, 15 m2 double bed with 2 bedside tables, small bed-settee, desk and chair, wardrobe, armchair. Bathroom : wash basin, large tiled shower, WC.
Upper storey bedroom : queen size bed with 2 bedside tables, sitting-room area with 2 armchairs and a coffee table, a desk and chair, built-in wardrobe, cabinet, chest of drawers.
2 shaded private parking spaces. Access to the domaine's gardens and swimming pool.
Kitchen on ground floor
Bedroom
Bedroom
Large swimming pool on Domaine
Walk in the Domaine's park
Carcassonne
Canal du Midi
Situation of La Maison d'Oc
The magnificent walled cité of Carcassonne, was first fortified by the Romans, - it was later added on and strengthened during the middle ages. It was besieged in Charlemagne in 795AD, who withdrew due to the cunning of Dame Carcass - a Saracen princess. Later it became the center for Troubadour poets, and then was taken by Simon de Montford in his crusades against the Cathars. At the end of the 19th century the castle was saved from extinction by the architect Viollet-le-Duc. Recently it provided the inspiration for Walt Disney's Sleeping Beauty and Kevin Costners Robin Hood.
THE AREA
The Canal du Midi built in the 1660's borders the Domaine Saint Pierre de Trapel, - so one can take a bicycle and cycle to the center of Carcassonne. The canal reaches from Toulouse to Sete - creating a link between the Atlantic and the Mediterranean. Recently it has been given the accolade of a world heritage site by UNESCO. On either side of the canal run tall plane trees - some dating back 300 years, that provide the perfect place to picnic, and laze in the shade - whilst watching the boats cruise by.
To the north lie the Black Mountains - with abbeys such as at Caunes, splendid with marble that is found in the surrounding hills, near to are deep magical caves like the Grotte de Limousis and the 4 castles near Lastours (son et lumiere in the summer).
To the south is Limoux, home of sparkling white wine -that was the inspiration for Champagne; and Rennes Le Chateau - a mystical center of controversy - supposed site of the Holy Grail and other treasures. To the east within easy reach are the beaches of the Mediterranean, with the lively market towns potent with history of roman Narbonne, and Beziers (summer bull fights, and fetes).
ACCESS
La Maison d'Oc and Le Domaine Saint Pierre de Trapel are just northeast of Carcassonne. Pick up can be arranged at the airport if necessary (flights to Paris, Brussels, London). Otherwise closest airports are Toulouse (90 minutes), Montpellier (2 and half hours), Perpignan (2 hours). There is a railway station at Carcassonne (pick up can be arranged). There is no public transport between the Domaine and the city - so rental cars or your own transport is recommended
LA MAISON D'OC, NEAR CARCASSONNE SLEEPS 4 SWIMMING POOL
Payment is based on Euro Value - £GPB and $ are only approximate. Bed linen and towels provided. (Changed weekly for stays of over 7 days) Towels for the pool are NOT provided. The price includes all charges. Maximum capacity 4 persons. A 30% deposit is payable upon reservation. In the case of cancellation less than 8 weeks before the date of arrival, the deposit is non returnable. The remaining 70% of the total price is payable on arrival.
Arrival : from 4 pm to 8:30 pm. Departure : before 10 am.
| WEEKLY RENTAL (SATURDAY TO SATURDAY) 2010 | £ GBP | $ US | EURO |
| March, November, December | £495 | $720 | €550 |
| April, May | £625 | $915 | €700 |
| June, September | £717 | $1,045 | €800 |
| July, August | £940 | $1,375 | €1,050 |
 For reservations and more information contact lamaisondoc@southfrance.com Le Domaine Saint Pierre de Trapel Catherine and Christophe Pariset 11620 Villemoustaussou Tel: (33) 4 68 77 00 68 Fax (33) 4 68 77 01 68 For Bed and Breakfast, Chambres d'hotes, or rent a room with en-suite bathroom for a few days or a week see Domaine Saint Pierre de Trapel website |
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