House description
Charming cottage with wooden cladding, classified 3*, located in a renowned wine estate. Small private pool on a panoramic terrace, usable from June and the end of September. And from November to May, when the swimming pool is no longer usable, a jacuzzi and a sauna are available free of charge, and to be shared between the 3 cottages of the same capacity. Table d'hôtes on request in low season.
The cottages are located on a hill offering open views over the village of Roquetaillade and the 11th century castle. The surrounding valleys enjoy a temperate climate, more spared from high temperatures than the coast. The Hautes Corbières are part of the great vineyards of Corbières, and it is there that the famous blanquette de Limoux is produced. The wines of the estate are also renowned, listed in wine guides and presented in the best Parisian restaurants.
It is the heart of the Cathar country, in a still preserved environment where nature lovers can find great satisfaction. Many white water sports around, fishing and hiking are essential. Possibility also of many cultural discoveries: the medieval city of Carcassonne (listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site), several Cathar castles, the site of Rennes-le-château where the mystery of the strange Abbé Saunière still hovers (rendering famous by the Da Vinci Code) and medieval villages to visit, such as Mirepoix...
The domaine has 3 independent cottages, built on different levels and without overlook.
The exterior is arranged like a chalet with a wooden terrace partly sheltered. The back of the cottages offers a view of a few wind turbines located on the other hill. Each cottage has 70 m² and built on the same level and very comfortably fitted out for 4 people. This cottage is the highest one. Large living room of over 40 m² with kitchen area, lounge and dining area, 1 double bedroom with private bathroom and toilet, 1 twin bedroom and 1 separate shower room with toilet.
The private pool of 5.50mx3.50m and 1.20m deep, facing south to take advantage of the heat, is open between the from beginning of June and the end of September. Secured by an alarm, it is surrounded by a wooden beach equipped with deckchairs. It is extended by a large shaded wooden terrace with a dining room and a small lounge.
For the off season :
The Nordic Spa and the Sauna can each accommodate 4 people. Slot reservations will be made directly on site and can be used between the 3 cottages.
They are both heated with wood. This requires preparations approximately 1 hour before the first use of the day.
The sauna is in the middle of nature, in the middle of the vineyards, and enjoys a soothing view.
The jacuzzi is located under the trees, near the dining room and not far from a shower and toilet area. It is equipped with led lamps and can therefore be used in the evening. The water, treated with chlorine, is renewed every weekend.
These are life experiences in the middle of NATURE, common in Scandinavia, and much rarer in the South of France.
The table d’hôtes is provided by Sophie, in the estate’s former cellar, by the fireside at 100m away from the cottages. It offers home cooking mainly with local products, most often organic, and predominantly vegetarian, but not only... Evening menu at 25€ per person with starter, main course, desert.
Sophie can also make dishes at your request.
Wine list of the estate, champagnes, wines from Spain and spirits bar by the fire.
Reservation before 2 p.m. the same day.
Wifi by mobile data amplifier.
our opinion
I have been attracted by the quality environment and the interior neat and very "decorative". Ideally located between nature and culture. There is no doubt that wine lovers will be happy in this area.
KNOESTER
22/07/17
Door de route-aanwijzingen te volgen was deze accommodatie gemakkelijk te vinden. De eigenaar spreekt goed Engels en dat maakte het contact natuurlijk toch net iets gemakkelijker. Wat ontzettend aardig was, was dat hij op enig moment voor de gasten van de drie huisjes een rondleiding en wijnproeverij organiseerde alle verschillende wijnen van het domain JLD werden geproefd. Het huisje zelf was schoon en compleet en wat ons betreft een prima prijs-kwaliteitsverhouding. Tijdens ons verblijf werd wifi (per satelliet) geïnstalleerd wat toch handig was voor de e-mailtjes, het weerbericht en het nieuws. Juist omdat het telefoonbereik toch wat zwak is, was dit toch plezierig. De eigenaar doet in ieder geval zijn best om het iedereen zo goed mogelijk naar de zin te maken. Ook bij ons vertrek wilde hij weten of er nog iets ontbrak, of waar hij nog verbeteringen kon aanbrengen. We hebben ook wel erg geboft met het weer (maar drie bewolkte dagen in twee weken) en het zwembadje was dan ook heerlijk. Het is een heerlijk, rustige streek, een half uurtje van Carcassonne en anderhalf uur van de kust. Slechts 10 minuten van Limoux, een gezellig Frans provincieplaatsje, voor de dagelijkse boodschappen. Een aanrader voor de echte rustzoeker.
MULDER
20/05/2017
Heerlijk rustige plek, er is geen internet in de woning, en weinig mobielbereik, echt vakantie dus. Keurige woning van alle gemakken voorzien en de eigenaar is uiterst vriendelijk en behulpzaam. Was mijn 4e keer en zal er volgend jaar weer heen gaan. Mooi wandelgebied en veel te zien en te doen in de omgeving. Limoux is de plaats voor boodschappen en uit eten gaan e.d. op 10 minuten afstand.
SWAAK
15/07/2017
Mooi huisje bovenop berg in grote wijngaard. Wel stuk rijden tot aan eerstvolgende dorp voor boodschappen en brood.
DENIS
10/07/2017
Le propriétaire était vraiment très gentil et avenant. Seul petit bémol - plus de vaisselle (ustensiles, etc.) aurait été apprécié. Très joli gîte avec une vue imprenable.
CULTURAL DISCOVERIES
The Cathar castles are nearby, the closest is Arques at 20 km, the medieval citadel of Carcassonne (UNESCO World Heritage) at 23 km, the pink city of Toulouse at 100 km, the famous history of l'abbé Saunière at Rennes le Chateau at 18 km, the medieval village of Mirepoix at 35 km.
SPORTS ACTIVITIES
VTT/byke rental : Limoux, 8 km
Golf : Carcassonne, 31 km
Nautic sports : Carcassonne, 33 km
Fresh water sports : Limoux, 8 km
Beach : Gruissan, 96 km
Fishing : Aude, 6 km
Hiking : à proximité
Biking : à proximité
River : Aude, 6 km
Lake : Carcassonne, 33 km
Mini golf : Gruissan, 96 km
Ski : Font romeu, 96 km
Accrobranche : Alet les bains, 16 km
Swimming in the lakes of Arques at 22 km and Puivert at 32 km with picnic area. Few good truit rivers in vicinity. Many hiking paths in the wide part of corbières with outbreathing spot views and some good driving roads.
SHOPPING
Distance to main shops : Limoux, 8 km
Distance to shopping center : Limoux, 8 km
Distance to market : Limoux, 8 km