At the center of the Cathar country,Saint-André is an authentical and family mansion with a swimming-pool

At the center of the Cathar country,Saint-André is an authentical and family mansion with a swimming-pool

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pool 12 meters long (40 feet)with alarm(NF standard)
Exterior
Pool
Sight with pool and fields after the harvest
Property grounds

Overview of At the center of the Cathar country,Saint-André is an authentical and family mansion with a swimming-pool

Reviews
9.4 out of 10 Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Explore the area

Cépie, Occitanie
  • Popular LocationCarcassonne Golf17 min drive
  • Popular LocationChateau Comtal21 min drive
  • Popular LocationNarbonnaise Gate22 min drive
  • AirportCarcassonne (CCF-Pays Cathare)24 min drive

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4

Bedroom 5

Bedroom 6

Bedroom 7

Bedroom 8

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

At the center of the Cathar country,Saint-André is an authentical and family mansion with a swimming-pool

Every summer we rest in the shade of the plane tree, around the 12 meters long swimming pool part of an 330 hectares hunting estate which overhangs the Aude river.

Series of lounges and dining room, 6 bedrooms which open into a gallery « Directoire » and two bathrooms ( one with bathtub ),offer enought space to welcome 10 or 12 people.

Property manager

Robert et Deborah
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Languages

English, French, Italian, Spanish

Amenities

Pool
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Vigilance pour l accès des mineurs à la piscine

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 22 lbs per pet (limit one pet total)
Sous votre entière responsabilité en cas de dégats

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Pieusse

Located in Pieusse, this castle is in a rural area and on a river. Piano Museum and Musee Beaubois are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Domaine Begude and Domaine Gayda. Écluse d'Herminis and Musee des Dinosaures 'Dinosauria' are also worth visiting. Rafting and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain climbing nearby.

What's nearby

  • Carcassonne Golf - 17 min drive
  • Canal du Midi Harbor Master's Office - 20 min drive
  • Aude Gate - 20 min drive
  • Chateau Comtal - 21 min drive
  • Narbonnaise Gate - 22 min drive

Getting around

  • Pomas Station - 4 min drive
  • Carcassonne (CCF-Pays Cathare) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • L'Odalisque - 8 min drive
  • Le Grand Cafe - 8 min drive
  • Brasserie le Concept - 8 min drive
  • McDonald's - 6 min drive
  • Bar l'Entre-Deux - 8 min drive

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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8.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

karen l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Extraordinary chateau
Authentically shabby chic chateau, an experience you will never forget. Excellent place for a large group (we were 12 most of the fortnight) and perfect for eating drinking and talking late into the night. The pool is good and needed in the summer (38 degrees while we were there). Despite the large indoor space it was the outdoor living that we particularly enjoyed. Not a place for people who want modern conveniences, but if you want authentic old french this is perfect.
Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Florence G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Un séjour hors du temps
Nous avons passé un séjour très agréable dans ce château au charme désuet. Maniaques du confort matériel et du luxe, s'abstenir, amoureux des veilles pierres et d'un cadre authentique, n'hésitez pas. Deborah et Robert font tout pour vous rendre le séjour dès plus agréables et vous feront partager leur passion pour ce domaine familial. La région offre de multiples possibilités, tant pour les activités culturelles que pour les randonnées et autres escapades.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Alexa J.

Belle maison mais manque de confort
Nous avons apprécié le style de la maison et son côté figée dans le temps , ses beaux espaces mais côté détente et confort ça laissé à desirer: 7 chambres mais couchages vétustes, pas de salon ou pièce de vie avec canapé confortable, seulement 4 transats abîmés pour 6 adultes et 3 enfants... C'est rustique !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Authentic !
What a happy time we had at your beautiful house! There were 14 staying at one stage over the fortnight we were there and the house accommodated us easily! I still dream of the lofty ceilings, the sun peeping through our shutters in the morning, the cicadas droning through the drowsy afternoons, the birdcalls and murmur of voices as we prepared our meals together in the sunlit evenings....what an unforgettable holiday. Thank you Robert and Deborah, we will always appreciate your wonderful hospitality.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

Amazing chateau near Carcassonne
Amazing chateau near Carcassonne. We heard how the house dates from the 11th century, and it really does have so much character. Every room has high ceilings, huge windows and lots of light. The 3 or 4 different living rooms and 7 or 8 bedrooms are filled with beautiful vintage furniture which gives the place a real romantic and French feel. There were 12 of us staying here. The chateau is so big that there was more than enough space for everybody to do their own thing either in the house or outside. The grounds are fantastic and catch the sun all day. Although the pool was cold in September, it would be really refreshing on a hot day. We made ample use of the BBQ, sitting outside for dinner every evening on long wooden tables lit up by outside lighting. The Ping pong table was also popular, playing and drinking local wines long into the night. The house feels remote and private yet only 20 minutes to Carcassonne and only 5 to Limoux, where we sourced all our supplies for the week. Robert and Deborah were so helpful and friendly - proudly telling us all about the Chateau's history and urging us to make the most of our stay. We certainly won't hesitate to stay here again!

About the host

Hosted by Robert et Deborah

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Why they chose this property

At the center of the Cathar country,Saint-André is an mansion form the XVth century, built on wisighot foudations and restored during the First Empire.

This 'fiefdom' - which is made up of numerous outbuildings and even a romanesque chapel- is the yearly meeting place of our cousins who are very fond of this family root.

Languages:

English, French, Italian, Spanish

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