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Nestled in a vineyard, Le Trabet offers an idyllic setting for relaxation and adventure. Soak up the Mediterranean sun by the pool or explore nearby woodland and sunflower fields. Take advantage of free internet access, stroll through well-established gardens, or rent boats on Canal du Midi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8200 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

L'Olivier - a family-friendly luxury retreat in the countryside

Le Trabet, an 18th century former winery, with 3 spacious gites (sleep 4/8 people) was renovated to a high standard including air conditioning (heat pump). Large pool, park, direct access to vineyards and woodland, ideal for cycling and walking. Free internet access. Surrounded by vineyards, woodland and sunflower fields. Large, secured pool and well-established gardens, woods and park. Le Trabet offers an ideal combination of a relaxed and active holiday. Glorious views to the Pyrenees and Montaignes Noires. Golf courses and lakes nearby. The Mediterranean beaches about one hour away. Only some minutes away from Carcassonne with its famous castle and close to the Canal du Midi where boats can be rented. Restaurants, village markets, Cathar castles, Mediterranean Sea and wineries all nearby.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: smoking only outside on your private terrace

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Gym
  • Table tennis
  • Golfing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 2,153 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

countryside calm and plenty of birdsong - please use headphones when listening to music while outdoors

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: ideal for children, lots of space, secure pool

Events

No events allowed
Please check with me first

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking only outside on your private terrace

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
Note from host: please check with me first
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector 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
Property Registration Number 37798776449FR

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 Moussoulens, this holiday home is in a rural area. Tennis Asptt Carcassonne 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 Haut-Languedoc Regional Nature Park and Parc du Père Noël. Practise your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as mountain biking in the area. Visit our Moussoulens travel guide
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Moussoulens, Occitanie

What's nearby

  • This is one of the entryways to the medieval city at Carcassonne. When I visited, it had this art installation - those circles are physically there!
    Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne
    29 min drive - 20.3 km
  • Bram Archaeological Museum
    22 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Canal du Midi Harbor Master's Office
    27 min drive - 19.0 km
  • Château Comtal
    29 min drive - 20.3 km
  • Le Musée de la Torture de Carcassone
    29 min drive - 20.6 km

Getting around

  • Bram Station
    13 min drive
  • Carcassonne (CCF-Pays Cathare)
    23 min drive

Restaurants

  • Brioche Dorée ARZENS - AIRE ARZENS SUD A61
    21 min drive
  • Ambrosia, Penez
    8 min drive
  • Le Platane
    13 min drive
  • Le Petit Bramais
    12 min drive
  • La Farigoulette
    9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does L'Olivier - a family-friendly luxury retreat in the countryside have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is L'Olivier - a family-friendly luxury retreat in the countryside pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at L'Olivier - a family-friendly luxury retreat in the countryside?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at L'Olivier - a family-friendly luxury retreat in the countryside?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at L'Olivier - a family-friendly luxury retreat in the countryside?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is L'Olivier - a family-friendly luxury retreat in the countryside located?

This family-friendly Moussoulens holiday home is located in a rural location, 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Canal du Midi, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Écluse d'Herminis and Museum of Book Arts and Crafts. Church Saint-André and Abbey of Villelongue are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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L'Olivier - a family-friendly luxury retreat in the countryside Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 20 reviews
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9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

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10/10 Excellent

Jorge G.

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

Amazing property in a beautiful location

It’s a wonderful house with all the things you might need for a perfect vacation and even more, amazing location in between vineyards that provide with the peace and quiet of the country side but also perfectly connected to any needs of supply or amenities, Frank was very charming and helpful with everything we needed, and did made us have a great family vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Angela D.

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Lovely accommodation in a great setting!

We stayed in L’Olivier with our two boys aged 4 and 6 years. It was clean, very spacious and well equipped. Claudia met us on arrival, and was very welcoming without being intrusive. They had a fantastic pool and the grounds were extensive. There was plenty there to keep the boys entertained, and our eldest son even got to have a ride on the tractor with Claudia’s husband! It’s conveniently located for Carcassonne airport and its historic city. There’s a couple of patisseries and a local supermarket a few minutes drive away. All in all, a lovely gite in a very scenic setting. We hope to return next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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8/10 Good

Catriona R.

Beautiful, well equipped and spacious gite

This is the second year running that my family has shared this gite with my brother's family, which is recommendation enough. The property was spacious and well appointed enough to accommodate 8 of us with ease. Everything in the house is spotless and tastefully refurbished, while the grounds, pool, courtyard and sunflower filled surroundings are all similarly beautiful. Claudia, the owner, could not be more accommodating. We recommend Bareil the butcher (less than 10 mins drive away), Montolieu for wine (and cafes and books!), Carcassone for pastries and visiting local markets for veg to make the most of self catering in this wonderful place! There is also an amazing restaurant called Ambrosia again, less than 10 mins drive away and of course plenty of places to fill up on Cassoulet.....
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10/10 Excellent

gaelle r.

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Gîte très confortable et Hospitalité de notre hôte Claudia

Nous avons passé de belles vacances notamment grâce au gite confortable ainsi que la grande piscine et l’hospitalité de notre hôte Claudia.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Christophe M.

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Détente en pays Cathare

Claudia et Rainald sont des hôtes formidables qui font tout leur possible pour que le séjour se passe merveilleusement bien et sont très attentionnés et très amicaux. La maison est parfaitement équipée, avec des matériaux de qualité et très propre. La piscine est un vrai bonheur tout comme les immenses extérieurs. Les activités culturelles et sportives dans la région ne manquent pas pour découvrir un superbe coin de France. Nous avons passé un excellent séjour.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Pierre V.

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Excellent week-end

Très grande maison au coeur d'une campagne calme. Grand salon accueillant et meublé avec beaucoup de gout. Une très grande piscine, très bien entretenue. La maison est super bien équipée. Nous avons beaucoup apprécié notre séjour, et le très bon accueil de Claudia.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
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8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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Convivialité

Douceur, convivialité autour du feu ! Accueil charmant ! Disponibilité ! Literie parfaite et éléments d’équipements disponibles et fonctionnels. Bémol, problème avec cheminée principale, quelques ampoules grillées et disjonctions. Ensemble néanmoins très bien, à recommander !
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Adrian S.

Excellent, as advertised and more, very welcoming and relaxing, well done Claudia, thank you

Our stay in Le Palmier was a delight. The quiet and relaxing surroundings were perfect for us and our 2 border collie dogs (who settled very quickly and were made welcome). The garden was safe & secure, we had 2 outside eating areas to choose from and there was acres of walking around the growing vines. The inside facilities were excellent, all working to a high standard, and the spacious surroundings were very comfortable. Claudia's welcome and excellent orientation was just right. As for location, the spot is well located to explore the Aude region, Carcassonne and the mountains to the north and south. As for the pool, divine; sadly we only stayed the week!
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10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

Fabulous holiday!

What a great place to stay with friends! We've just had a wonderful week staying in L'Olivier - plenty of space for us to have a room each, fantastic grounds, fabulous pool, and scorchio to boot. Claudia and Rainaldt were great hosts: welcoming and helpful but not intrusive. They created a relaxed, hospitable altmosphere in their charming home. One of the best gites I have stayed at: really well equipped and large spacious rooms. We enjoyed exploring the surrounding countryside spectavular Carassonne but also Narbonne and the coast and the wonderful nearby Montolieu: town of second hand/antique bookshops. Highly recommended. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Tyler B.

Beautiful spot for seeing southwest France

We had a wonderful time at Le Trabet (the overall name of the property--each site is separately named). If you are considering a trip to the beautiful area around Carcassonne in Languedoc-Roussillon, this is the place for you. The gites are in a beautiful old country home down a little country lane. The house is perfectly situated for day trips in this interesting area. As you leave the house for your adventures, the snow-covered Pyrenees are clearly visible directly in front of you. We stayed in Le Palmier. It has a large main bedroom and a large living room. There is a small additional bedroom. The fireplace in our bedroom had the date 1791 carved in it, but all of the units have been tastefully updated with modern conveniences. Each unit has its own little terrace area opening to the beautiful grounds. The owner, Claudia, is from Germany, but after many years living in the U.S. speaks perfect English, as well as French and Spanish. We had interesting conversations with her over wine and cheese at the ends of several of our days exploring the area. She brought us fresh bread on the days she was going to the bakery in a nearby village. Carcassonne is the most famous site in the area, and it deserves its reputation. It is a beautifully restored medieval city with all of its walls and turrets in place. The gite was also a perfect base for day trips into the surrounding area which we found equally interesting as Carcassonne itself. There are many scenic places connected with the Cathars, an early Christian group that was wiped out by the Catholic church in the 1200's. The countryside is varied but consistently beautiful. This is the largest wine-producing area in France. We often took local wine, cheese, and bread for picnics along the way, but there are also three Michelin-starred restaurants within 15 minutes of the gite, so you can have it all--and without the crowds of tourists in more heavily visited areas like Provence. Tyler and Margot Baker Carmel Valley, California
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10/10 Excellent

Ruth Neave

Le Trabet is a beautiful place to stay!

We spent a lovely two weeks at Le Trabet. The grounds were peaceful and well tended, the pool was wonderful and the accommodation beautiful, comfortable and very clean. The local area is perfect for family holidays with plenty to do and places to visit. There are many vineyards. However, what really stood out was the warm, friendly welcome we received from Claudia and her family, who were outstanding hosts. We would highly recommend Le Trabet.
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10/10 Excellent

Jim G.

Brother concurs

As my sister (Catriona R.) noted in her review, this property is maintained to a very high standard. In particular, the swimming pool is kept spotlessly clean. Claudia and her family are the most gracious hosts you could hope to meet. Wonderful food, fields of sunflowers, vineyards, sounds of classical piano, who could ask for more.
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10/10 Excellent

Jon P.

Wonderful place to stay

Le Trabet is wonderful place to stay. The house, courtyard and gardens are very attractive. Our kids really enjoyed exploring the grounds. The pool, as the photo accurately depicts, is fantastic. Laurier is lovely. It's tastefully decorated to a high standard and very well equipped. We really appreciated the attention to detail and quality of both the gite and the wider property. If you like cycling then it's an excellent base for riding in La Montagne Noire.
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10/10 Excellent

Andreas R.

A Fantastic quiet corner in lovely countryside

Le Trabet was exactly what we were looking for: a nice quiet setting but close enough to local sites to go exploring. Carcassonne is only a short drive away but there is so much more to see! There are lots of castles and picturesque hilltop villages to see. The foothills of the Pyrenees are not far away. The owners were very friendly, always helpful and ready to suggest nice places to visit. The gites (Le Palmier) is spacious, comfortable and had everything we needed. There is heaps of space in the surrounding park lands, the pool was perfect for cooling down after hot day. It was an all-round perfect holiday and we'd love to come back some time. Highly recommended!
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10/10 Excellent

Victor v.

Nice and cosy apts-the location was just perfect

This place proved to be an ideal location to relax and for cultural visits to Carcassone as well as its surroundings, whichcan easily be combined with sportive activities like rural cycling and swimming. The apartments are spacious and wellcoming.They were clean, well-equiped for all your needs and everything was acording to the description. The landlord , a lovely woman, was extremely friendly, open and was alwalys willing to help with whatever questions one might have. She gave us lots of useful advice for daytime activities, short trips and excursions. I can only recommend this place and would absolutely stay here again!
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10/10 Excellent

Patrick d.

Best place to stay in the Languedoc area!

A charming property in the middle of a beautiful and quite countryside. Everything in Le Trabet is impressively spacious, confortable and immaculate: the bedrooms and bathrooms, the very well equipped kitchen and the large living room. Everything is as good as it looks in the photographs. There's also a magnificent swimming pool, a huge park and even a real barbecue place! Whether by walking, hiking, bike (provided) or by car, exploring the area is just exciting and there are lots of wonderful spots to discover not very far away, starting with Carcassonne, the fortified city on the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites. I would most certainly recommend this property to my friends. P d'Epenoux
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10/10 Excellent

Patrick d.

Magnificent place to stay

A charming property in the middle of a beautiful and quite countryside. Everything in Le Trabet is impressively spacious, confortable and immaculate: the bedrooms and bathrooms, the very well equipped kitchen and the large living room. Everything is as good as it looks in the photographs. There's also a magnificent swimming pool, a huge park and even a real barbecue place!Whether by walking, hiking, bike (provided) or vehicle, exploring the area is just exciting and there are lots of wonderful spots to discover not very far away, starting with Carcassonne, the fortified city on the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites. I would most certainly recommend this property to my friends. P d'Epenoux
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10/10 Excellent

Jean Marc V.

Trės belle demeure

Nous avons passé une très bonne semaine, le soleil était au rendez-vous. Nous avons tout particulièrement apprécié le cadre idyllique du domaine le Trabet, sa piscine refaite située dans un cadre verdoyant , sa roseraie, son pigeonnier équipé d'un barbecue où il fait bon dîner les soirs d'été. On a beaucoup aimé la qualité de l'hébergement, l'accueil de Claudia et les soins qu'elle a apporté à la décoration, tout en respectant le style de l'époque (XVIII siècle avec ses anciennes poutres et les murs de pierres apparentes) En même temps, nous avons trouvés tout le confort moderne dans notre gîte. *****Nous donnons 5 étoiles au Trabet.
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10/10 Excellent

Gaston F.

Amazing holidays

We spent two weeks at Domaine Le Trabet with my wife and our three children as well as my in-laws. The time spent in the gîte L'Olivier was fantastic: the house is very spacious, my parents-in-law had their bedroom and bathroom on the ground floor and we were upstairs in three bedrooms. The swimming pool was renovated earlier this year and is fabulous, it is quite large and very clean. The entire park was being looked after nicely and the roses were beginning to bloom. There is an assortment of bicycles and helmets one can use free of charge. The owner, Claudia, supplied us with all kinds of useful information about the region and the places to discover, thanks again! All in all, this place is ideal for large family gatherings during the holidays - we're already dreaming of going back . Gaston Ferrera
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10/10 Excellent

Absolutely lovely

The owners of Olivier were incredibly accommodating and friendly. The house was in immaculate condition, nicely decorated and completely clean throughout. Cooking in the kitchen was a real pleasure, as there is just about every utensil imaginable in the kitchen. We had a great week making use of the patio and the pool area, and there was plenty of room for 8 of us inside when it (unfortunately) rained. I would definitely advise getting a car, there is lots to see and do in and around the region and it's a 20 minute walk to the nearest village.