Carcassonne countryside: family-friendly luxury retreat

4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8200 sq m

Popular amenities

Pool

Breakfast available

Fireplace

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Enjoy the area

Moussoulens, Occitanie

Canal du Midi Harbor Master's Office18 min drive
Chateau Comtal20 min drive
Narbonnaise Gate22 min drive
Castres (DCM-Mazamet)74 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

The Downstairs Bedroom

1 Double Bed

The Green Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

The Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

The Red Bedroom

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

En Suite Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Ground Floor Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

A short drive from Carcassonne, Le Trabet, an 18th century former winery, with 3 spacious gites (sleep 4/8 people) was renovated to a high standard. 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 manager

Claudia Löhner

Languages

English, French, German

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Gym

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Ideal for children, lots of space, secure pool

Events

No events allowed

Please check with me first

Pets

No pets allowed

Please ask me first, we do like well-behaved pets!

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Smoking only outside on your private terrace

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

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Note from host: please check with me first

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

Property Registration Number 37798776449FR

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 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

Moussoulens

Located in Moussoulens, this villa 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 Canal du Midi. Practise your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as mountain biking in the area.

Moussoulens, Occitanie

What's nearby

Canal du Midi Harbor Master's Office - 18 min drive
Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne - 19 min drive
Carcassonne Golf - 19 min drive
Chateau Comtal - 20 min drive
Narbonnaise Gate - 22 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

Château de Pennautier - 14 min drive
Restaurant la Rive-Belle - 16 min drive
L'Ile aux Oiseaux - 11 min drive
Casquette et Chapeau - 13 min drive
Hôtel Restaurant La Bergerie - 20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Carcassonne countryside: family-friendly luxury retreat have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Carcassonne countryside: family-friendly luxury retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Carcassonne countryside: family-friendly luxury retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Carcassonne countryside: family-friendly luxury retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Carcassonne countryside: family-friendly luxury retreat located?

This family-friendly Moussoulens villa 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. Musee du blason - vitrail and Moulin à Papier de Brousses are also within 9 miles (15 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Angela D.

31 July 2023

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

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

10/10 Excellent

gaelle r.

10 August 2021

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Christophe M.

7 August 2021

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Pierre V., Bordeaux

27 May 2021

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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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

5 January 2020

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

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

About the host

Hosted by Claudia Löhner

We had been looking for a place in the south of France for several years and fell in love the first time we saw Le Trabet with its stone facade and blue window shutters.
As to ourselves, we have traveled far and wide. We were both born in Germany where we attended the university. We have lived in Wales and the US and are now happy to be at this beautiful property in the unspoiled countryside of the Aude province.

Why they chose this property

Domaine Le Trabet used to be a winery, dating back to the 18th century and has been restored to accommodate three luxurious gites.
The estate is set in a small park with establishes trees, shrubs and hedges. The infinity swimming pool is fabulous. This is a superb property located right in the unspoiled countryside of the Aude province.
As a photographer, I take advantage capturing the many beautiful details - or I just sit down and enjoy the view…
Please see for yourself and take a look at some of the photos on our website Le Trabet.

What makes this property unique

There are over 250 years of history here and with it comes a sense of enduring quality: this is a house of stone which was built to last.
Blue window shutters and wrought-iron gates pick up the color of the sky.
An old barn with its wine cellar points to the former role as wine-making estate.
And then there is the large swimming pool, the park with its huge trees, a magnificent view of the Montagnes Noires and the snowy peaks of the Pyrenees in the distance.
What more could one want - There are numerous fantastic restaurants to discover, quaint ones and grandiose ones too: five Michelin-star restaurants are in the vicinity. Not to forget the ancient ruins and Cathar castles !
And of course there is the clear southern light and the unforgettable sound of the wind that plays with the palm trees -