Villa FR5442
This stunning property boasts 600 acres of private land, a special setting nearby to the amazing city of Carcassonne.
An exquisite holiday home surrounded by natural beauty, this glorious property boasts a swimming pool with unspoilt views.
The poolside kitchen is ideal for spending lazy days by the barbecue, or explore the gardens and the tranquil spots it has on offer.
Evenings can be enjoyed on the terrace as you enjoy some of the regional delights on offer here.
Hikers will love exploring the walking trails of this huge estate.
The inside of this property is full of antique furnishings and old paintings, whilst modern features such as a home cinema are found in the fantastic lounge.
Candle lit dinners can be enjoyed in the characterful dining room, with food prepared in the superb kitchen.
The main house is home to eight bedrooms and a number of bathrooms, ranging in size from grand master bedrooms to pretty twins.
A UNESCO world heritage site is just 15km away, in the grand Cite de Carcassonne, where you can explore the history it has to offer.
There are many idyllic village to discover in the Languedoc region, whilst active guests will love trying the cycling, horse riding and wine tasting of this region.
Main House Interiors (1100m2) - eight bedrooms
Ground Floor (split-level)
- Entrance hall
- Living room with fireplace and TV
- Kitchen, fully equipped including dishwasher, high-end cooker and barbecue, TV and table for up to 24 guests (with extension)
- Back kitchen with dishwasher, second cooker, fridge, washer and tumble dryer
- 2 x WCs
Upper Floors (via three sets of staircases, various wings)
- Living room/cinema room with fireplace and surround system
- Master bedroom with emperor-size double bed, living area and en suite bathroom with walk-in shower, bath, double sinks and WC. Door from bathroom leads outside (close to swimming pool)
- Bedroom with double bed and en suite bathroom with bath and WC
- Bedroom with double bed and en suite bathroom with bath and WC
- Bedroom with double bed and private bathroom (across hallway) with bath and WC. Sloping ceiling and courtyard view
- Bedroom with twin beds and juliet style window/balcony
- Bathroom with bath and WC (shared between the twin bedrooms)
- Bedroom with twin beds with sloping ceilings and small window (this bedroom is on the top floor, accessed via stairs near the other twin bedroom)
- Bedroom with queen-size double bed and en suite bathroom with bath/shower and WC. Leads to turret with table and chairs
- Bedroom with four-poster double bed, sofa and en suite bathroom with bath/shower and WC
Separate Cottage Interiors (accessible to guests with limited mobility) - two bedrooms
- Living room with sofas and TV
- Kitchen-diner, fully equipped
- Bedroom with double bed
- Bedroom with twin beds
- Bathroom with bath and WC
- Courtyard with outside dining area
Stand-alone Bedroom (just outside the cottage, uses cottage bathroom) - one bedroom
- Bedroom with twin beds
Outside Grounds
- Swimming pool (7x15m, depth: 1.2-2.5m) with two safety alarms. Open approximately April to October
- Sun-loungers (x18) and deck-chairs
- Pool house with BBQ, al-fresco dining area and surround system
- Terrace with al-fresco dining area (for up to 22)
- Second BBQ
- Courtyard
- Outside games
- Garden (10 acres)
- Private land (630 acres) with streams, lake, woodland, hills, two grazing horses
- Outbuildings
- Caretakers' lodge
- Private parking
Facilities
- Wi-Fi (via satellite) in main house, cottage and pool house
- Heating
- 3 x working fireplaces
- Fans (bedrooms)
- TVs (with International channels)
- Cinema room with DVD/CD player and surround system
- PS4 in cinema room
- Hi-Fi
- Surround system (pool house)
- Board games
- Books and DVDs
- Outside games
- Table tennis
- Hairdryers (in bathrooms)
- Washing machine and dryer
Surrounded by over 600 acres of private land, Domaine Des Arômes is a rural paradise in the dreamy Languedoc countryside, yet only 15km from the fine historic city of Carcassonne.
There is already so much to see in the stunning grounds, whether exploring the pine-filled forests, discovering the small lake and streams or walking across the garrigue-covered hills. Come across wild lavender and thyme, olive trees, vines and glorious meadows. Discover the abundance of wildlife, flora and fauna (this is a protected conservation zone) and spot rare birds. Take an evening picnic up to the top of a hill and watch the sun set.
Keen hikers can also follow some wonderful trails in the surrounding area whilst cyclists can ride various routes and discover the breath-taking scenery (bike hire, including electric and mountain bikes, can be arranged with plenty of advance notice). There is also an equestrian centre in one of the local villages, offering treks for all abilities which the owners can help book for you (this area is known for horses grazing on the pastures - there are even two rescued horses within the domaine).
The nearest villages are around a 10 to 15-minute drive away where you will find small grocery stores, a boulangerie for morning bread and pastries as well as a couple of restaurants. Larger supermarkets can be found towards Trèbes and Carcassonne. In the great city of Carcassonne itself you will find a range of amazing restaurants, some featuring Michelin stars, as well as wonderful markets selling fruit, vegetables, local meats, cheeses and all sorts of regional delights.
The medieval Cité de Carcassonne is a UNESCO World Heritage site and attracts visitors from all over the world. Walk along the citadel’s 3km long walls, explore the narrow lanes filled with little shops, bars and restaurants and visit its museums. In July look out for the Festival de Carcassonne as well as the Bastille Day fireworks, some of the best in France.
There are also many idyllic villages across the Languedoc. Visit the beautiful abbey in Lagrasse, also a great spot for summer riving swimming in L’Orbieu (or head up to nearby Ribaute where you can cool off by the little waterfalls).
The Minervois region offers spectacular landscapes, wild gorges and pretty villages such as Aigne with its wine-tasting caves and Minerve, one of France’s ‘Plus Beaux Villages’ with a fascinating Cathar history. There are of course many Cathar fortresses across this part of France including the famous Château de Quéribus and Château de Montségur.
Limoux is home to some excellent restaurants, has a lovely weekly market on a Monday morning and hosts some great wine-festivals in the summer. Toulouse, the ‘rose-city’ is another fantastic day out with its historic sights and brilliant shops.
Beach-lovers can be by the sea in an hour with the likes of Gruissan Plage just outside of Narbonne and the coastline around the Parc Naturel Régional de la Narbonnaise easily reached. Leucate Plage is an especially picturesque spot with an excellent beachside bistro serving freshly caught seafood and other delights.
Closer to home, other activities nearby include an 18-hole golf course in beautiful surroundings, tennis courts in Carcassonne as well as go-karting, a tree-top activity centre, an aquapark at a local lake as well as kayaking and canoeing on nearby rivers. If staying in the winter then Les Monts d'Olmes offers skiing on the edge of the Pyrenees, just under two hours by car.