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Domaine de la Barre offers a peaceful retreat amidst the French countryside, featuring a private terrace with views over the pool and surrounding landscape. Guests can unwind by the large pool, explore expansive gardens, or enjoy local activities like water sports and golf nearby.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Domaine de La Barre - peace and tranquility near to Carcassonne and Mirepoix

  • Domaine de la Barre is the perfect getaway, it offers a lovely retreat to relax and enjoy the beautiful French countryside whilst still being within easy distance of all the places of interest. The gite is detached from the owners property giving a sense of privacy but the reassurance that the owners are close by if needed. Recently renovated the property offers a high standard of accommodation and it benefits from a large private terrace with stunning views over the pool and surrounding countryside. Please feel free to make use of the large pool, covered terrace, summer kitchen, expansive gardens and the countryside beyond. There is also ample parking for cars. Locally you have the choice of many fine restaurants, sightseeing, water sports, golf, and other activities, not forgetting the world famous Carcassonne city and the canal du midi made famous by Rick Stein's adventures. Domaine de la Barre is just 25 minutes from Carcassonne airport and a stones throw away from many fascinating cultural and historical sights. If you're interested in history you can visit the Cathar castles and monuments of the region and learn more about it's intriguing past.
    We've got the beautiful Lac Montbel nearby where you can swim or take advantage of the water sports on offer, the pedalos with a slide are great fun! Horse riding is also available round the lake. Just 15 minutes from us at Bram is a teleski business set on a lake, where you can water-ski, it's a really good way to pass an afternoon. The lake at Carcassonne offers swimming, water sports, accrobranching and of course the inflatable park (brilliant!) so there's plenty to keep you entertained.
    You can be on the beach within an hour enjoying the lovely atmosphere of the French coastal resorts or heading an hour in the opposite direction you can discover the Pyrenees and the stunning scenery of the mountain resorts and their picturesque towns.
    The lovely medieval town of Mirepoix is only 15 minutes away, where you can find excellent restaurants and it's Monday morning market is well worth a visit.
    For wine enthusiasts out there, Limoux, just 20 minutes away is the home of Blanquette, with many good local vineyards nearby you can pass away a few hours sampling the local wines.
    There's plenty to keep you busy whatever your interests and I'm sure that you'll love exploring this beautiful part of France.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Pool

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

if bringing in children under 3, please contact us before booking.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Hounoux, this cottage is in a rural area. Domaine Gayda and Carcassonne Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lac de Montbel and Plage de Montbel. La Ferme Aux Bisons and The Bamboo Park are also worth visiting. Waterskiing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking nearby. Visit our Hounoux travel guide
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Hounoux, Occitanie

What's nearby

  • Ruisseau d'Escueillens
    8 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Monastery of St. Mary of Prouilhe
    17 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Maison des Consuls
    20 min drive - 20.9 km
  • Mirepoix Cathedral
    20 min drive - 20.9 km
  • St. Vincent Collegiate Church
    24 min drive - 19.2 km

Getting around

  • Bram Station
    22 min drive
  • Carcassonne (CCF-Pays Cathare)
    33 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pizza le Rol
    12 min drive
  • Le Chêne Vert
    12 min drive
  • A'kotee
    15 min drive
  • Dotty Kitchen
    16 min drive
  • I B A
    13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Domaine de La Barre - peace and tranquility near to Carcassonne and Mirepoix have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Domaine de La Barre - peace and tranquility near to Carcassonne and Mirepoix pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Domaine de La Barre - peace and tranquility near to Carcassonne and Mirepoix?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Domaine de La Barre - peace and tranquility near to Carcassonne and Mirepoix?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Domaine de La Barre - peace and tranquility near to Carcassonne and Mirepoix?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Domaine de La Barre - peace and tranquility near to Carcassonne and Mirepoix located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 12 miles (20 km) of Monastery of St. Mary of Prouilhe, Domaine Gayda and St. Vincent Collegiate Church. Maison des Consuls and Mirepoix Cathedral are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Domaine de La Barre - peace and tranquility near to Carcassonne and Mirepoix Reviews

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9.6

Location

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10/10 Excellent

carol l.

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Fabulous gite

Lovely clean, well equipped gite with wonderful pool, summer kitchen and terrace in a beautiful rural location. We had a fab week and would love to return
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Joanne v.

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Our home for the 2 weeks was wonderful, just as shown in photos, very clean and the bed was so comfy.The pool was great, pity the weather didnt hold up.Sarah was a fantastic host, always their to answer any questions either in person or on the phone/text with lots of recommendations too. Will tell all our friends. As it says the property is in the middle of fields so a car is needed to explore. 10/10 all round
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amy F.

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Wonderful stay in the beautiful countryside

What a wonderful stay we had with Sarah. Communication with Sarah was quick and friendly, and check in was straightforward. The gite was perfectly clean, and so well equiped. They had a travel cot, highchair and all sorts of other bits and bibs for our little ones to enjoy. The setting itself was beautiful, well into the countryside and so peaceful. We loved playing in the gardens and in the pool. Everything was so well kept and cared for. Plenty to see and do in the local area, but car definitely needed to get anywhere. The wifi was patchy on occasion but only to be expected when you’re so rural, and never a problem for us. Would absolutely recommend a stay with Sarah.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Wonderful stay at Domaine de La Barre

We had a wonderful, relaxing weeks stay at Domaine de La Barre. The setting is idyllic and the gite was exceptionally clean and tidy with everything we could have needed at hand. Our hosts were great and couldn't have been more helpful and friendly. They were extremely knowledgeable on the area, places to visit and recommendations on places to eat. A great place to stay, relax and unwind!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Galen D.

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Exactly what we wanted!

I do not think I can add or subtract from the excellent reviews that have already been given. Overall, we had a very pleasant week at La Domaine de la Barre. We especially enjoyed the pool which is exactly as it is pictured. We also appreciated Sarah's attentiveness to our needs and responsiveness to our questions. We would definitely stay there again.
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10/10 Excellent

Neil E.

Perfect peace

A beautiful setting for a holiday location that offers peace and quiet alongside stunning views and the opportunity to explore the South of France. Sarah, Kevin and family were perfect hosts offering advice and help when needed without being intrusive. First time in this area and this was a location and gite that we would definitely return to. Following Sarah's advice on places to visit delivered some great days including Lagrasse and rennes le chateau and Carcasonne was everything you would expect.
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10/10 Excellent

Heather and Mark J.

Peaceful and relaxing with ideal location

We spent an enjoyable late April break here and can highly recommend the gite as a place to stay and as a location for touring the area. Everything about the site is as described … a lovely balcony area for relaxing / sunbathing / BBQing. A fully equipped kitchen, good shower room, comfortable bedrooms and a living area if you are spending the evening indoors. All modern and spotlessly clean. The pool area looks fabulous and although open in late April only our brave teenagers took the plunge. We can only imagine how wonderful it is when everything has warmed up. There’s plenty of shade by the pool too for those hot days. Domaine De La Barre is in a great location. We came into Toulouse via Easyjet and that’s about 75 mins in the car via the not expensive toll motorway. As we flew in with only so much luggage allowed, it was good to see little extras like picnic blanket and cool bag in the gite. It's not far to so many places you’ll want to visit like Mirepoix, Carcassonne and Montsegur. You can even jump on the railway at Bram if you want to avoid car park hassles at Carcassone.
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10/10 Excellent

Marguerite G.

Beautiful cottage/beautiful setting

Booking a cottage for three weeks is always a gamble and this time it paid off. Domaine De La Barre exceeded our expectations and gave us three glorious weeks of relaxation in beautiful surroundings. Sarah and Kevin keep their property in pristine condition and look after their guests in a very friendly but unobtrusive way. They have thought of everything that might make for a good holiday and even suggested we help ourselves to produce from their kitchen garden and fruit tress. The nearest towns (Fanjeaux, Mirepoix, Bram and Limoux) differ from each other so there always seems to something new to see. Carcassonne is only a 40 minute drive away and, as well as the famous Cite, has a lot to offer with restaurants and shops galore in the lower town. We enjoyed a fair bit of cycling along the old towpaths of the Canal du Midi and also some walks on part of the Chemin St Jaques (look for the scallop shell). Narbonne is only an hour away and is an interesting, busy town with a fantastic indoor market where food is served all day. However……..our little cottage with its lovely garden and swimming pool was just so lovely that some days we just chilled!
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10/10 Excellent

Becky T.

Perfect gite, perfect hosts, perfect location.

We have just returned from a fabulous 2 week holiday at Domaine de la Barre. The property was super in every way and we are very picky holidaymakers! The gite is fully equipped with everything you could possibly need and more. There is a beautiful view from the large terrace where you can eat, relax and watch the night sky and the added benefit of the summer kitchen is a real asset. The pool is stunning and is exactly as it looks in the pictures. The gite is quiet and rural with the gorgeous town of Mirepoix only 20 minutes away which has a fantastic market and cafes and restaurants for people watching. During our stay we cycled down the Canal du Midi, kayaked on the Aude, visited Carcassonne, Narbonne, Limoux, Rennes les Chateau, Rennes les Bains and swam in the Mediterranean and lots of rivers and lakes not to mention a stunning day and firework display in Collioure near Spain. There are still lots of places that we never got to see such as the Pyrenees and other historical sites. Our children aged 14 and 11 were never bored and loved the area as much as us. Sarah, Kevin and the boys are wonderful hosts. As others have said, they are perfectly discreet but there if you need them and have some top tips if you ask. The added bonus of enjoying some home grown peppers, beetroot and cucumbers was utterly delicious. We cannot recommend this little spot of paradise more highly. This is a gem of a property in a gem of an area of France.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Ines M.

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Wundervoller Ort

Wir haben die Zeit an diesem idyllischen Ort einfach nur genossen. Alles passte: die Gegend, die Wohnung, der tolle Pool, die großartige Terrasse, sternenklare Nächte und tolle Gastgeber. Danke!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Bart S.

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Fantastisch

Zeer comfortabel huis met een prachtig uitzicht. Het zwembad en de tuin zijn eveneens zeer verzorgd. Er was ook een leuke moestuin waar we gebruik mochten van maken. Hier is echt aan alles gedacht. Praktisch was de buitenkeuken met extra koelkast, maar ook de informatiemap met nuttige tips. De zeer sympathieke gastvrouw Sarah en haar familie zorgden voor een warm welkom, maar bleven voor de rest heel discreet. Dit adres is écht een aanrader.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Bertel F.

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Découverte et repos en pays cathare

Un gite magnifique, terrasse avec vue sur la piscine ( immense! ) et la campagne environnante, une cuisine extérieure très bien équipée, un très beau jardin et potager en libre accès ( merci pour les légumes). Il faut prendre la voiture pour tous les déplacements mais la région est magnifique, coup de cœur pour la cité de Carcassonne et la visite guidée de Montsegur. Merci à nos hôtes pour cette trés belle semaine. A refaire.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

MICHEL C.

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Séjour très agréable

L'hébergement du domaine de La Barre est parfait aussi bien le confort, l'équipement,la propreté, son environnement calme, apaisant concourt à un séjour serein, délassant et à proximité des sites cathares ( Fanjeaux, Mirepoix, Camon, Montsegur...) de belles balades. Nous recommandons vivement. Merci Sarah pour l'accueil et l'accompagnement très réactif. Josette et Michel.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

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A beautiful quiet retreat, perfect to get away and relax

Could not rate Sarah’s place higher. We spent a wonderful two weeks in the peace and tranquility of the countryside. The property is clean and well equipped. We particularly enjoyed the terrace and spent many evenings with a beer watching the sunset. The pool is superb with lots of toys, great for two young kids learning to swim. Also enjoyed the outdoor kitchen with BBQ and pizza oven. It was a perfect place to set up base and explore the surrounding area, and we went to the beach, Andorra shopping, wine tasting in the Malpere region, and visited the space museum at Toulouse. Overall, a superb family holiday and would love to return.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Yannick L.

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Très bon séjour

Nous avons passé un très bon séjour chez Sarah. Le gite correspond parfaitement aux photos, il est très très calme et bien placé pour rayonner et voir Carcassonne, Toulouse, le canal du midi, les châteaux Cathares et bien plus encore si vous avez du temps.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Mathieu M.

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Top!

Wij waren te gast van 10 tot 24 juli en keerden volledig ontspannen terug. Nette en goed uitgeruste gite. Voldoende schaduwplekjes. Leuke buitenkeuken, gezellig ontbijtterras en mooi groot zwembad. Sarah de gastvrouw is super sympathiek en deelt graag haar info over de bezienswaardigheden in de buurt. Kevin zorgde er elke ochtend voor dat het zwembad netjes was en hun zoontjes zijn ook heel vriendelijk. Wij raden deze plaats zeker aan als je houdt van prachtige vergezichten en je het niet erg vindt om wat afgelegen te verblijven. Wij komen zeker terug!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Chris D.

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Late summer last minute holiday

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this lovely part of France. The gîte was well specced, the exclusive use of the summer kitchen was unexpected and great giving us space to store our bikes. Fans are provided in each room to keep cool, a blind on the lounge window would be an idea to help stop the direct sunlight In this space. The pool area is beautiful and serene with absolutely loads of space. Sarah very kindly offered us to help ourselves to any salad and vegetables that were growing which is such a lovely thought. Sarah is friendly and available but totally discreet at same time, a perfect combination.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Roel B.

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Super vakantie!

We hebben een fantastische week beleefd in Hounoux. De verblijfplaats was zeer mooi en zeer praktisch. Het huis en het zwembad zijn zeer goed onderhouden. Sarah is een heel attente vriendelijke gastvrouw. In de omgeving valt zeer veel te beleven. Samengevat in één woord: perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Dominique V.

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relax en veilig

Zeer mooie cottage. De woning is niet groot ( er is wel een heel mooie buitenkeuken) maar wel voorzien van alle comfort. GasBBQ - pizza oven - prachtig zwembad - mooie tuin
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
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10/10 Excellent

laetitia n.

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Séjour parfait

Nous avons passé un très bon séjour au calme. La maison est très jolie et la piscine vraiment agréable. Les propriétaires sont très discrets et aimables. Merci pour votre gentillesse.
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10/10 Excellent

Silvio H.

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Urlaub mit purer Entspannung

Sehr gepflegte Anlage, tolle Gastgeberin , idealer Ort mit Ruhe und Comfort zum Entspannen und als Ausgangspunkt für Erkundungen in der Nähe und auch weiter weg in dieser tollen Landschaft
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Gregor M.

Fantastic break. Great property in beautiful surroundings

Lovely property. Everything you could hope for and more. Kids loved the swimming pool right outside. Nice to sit in the summer kitchen and have dinner. Lots of places to visit. Sarah and family great hosts. We will be back!
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10/10 Excellent

Margaret P.

Fabulous gite with fabulous hosts. Excellent pool in peace and tranquility.spent

Spent a great week in a well-appointed gite. The pool and gardens were immaculate tended by Sarah, Kevin and the boys. Although always on hand to ask advice, they were never intrusive. Thoroughly enjoyed our time there and would highly recommend a visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Marion C.

Tolles Haus! Empfehlung!

Wir haben 2 Wochen in diesem wunderschönen und sehr gut ausgestattetem Haus verbracht. Die Terrasse, der Grill, der Pool, die Außenküche, der Garten sind unschlagbar. Das gesamte Anwesen ist sehr schön und gepflegt und liegt inmitten einer abwechslungsreichen Landschaft. Guter Ausgangspunkt für alle möglichen Aktivitäten! Die Besitzer sind sehr hilfsbereit, liebenswürdig und gleichzeitig diskret. Die beiden Jungs der Familie sind klasse! Wir können einen Aufenthalt hier nur jedem empfehlen!! We spent 2 weeks in this beautiful and very well equipped house. The terrace, the barbecue, the pool, the outdoor kitchen, the garden are unbeatable. The entire property is lovely and well maintained and is surrounded by a varied landscape. Good starting point for all sorts of activities! The owners are very helpful, kind and at the same time discreet. The two boys of the family are great! We strongly recommend this place !!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Richard G.

Excellent Accommodation.

What a fantastic property and an amazing host. We lived our stay and would definitely return should we be in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2018