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Canal View, superb gîte, Heated Pool near Carcassonne next to Canal du Midi.

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Canal View
Sunbeds and Sun umbrellas
view of the property and pool
view of the property overlooking the canal du midi
living room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Marseillette, Aude
  • Place, Château Comtal
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Narbonnaise Gate
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Carcassonne (CCF-Pays Cathare)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Canal View, superb gîte, Heated Pool near Carcassonne next to Canal du Midi.

Canal View Cottage has the advantage of fabulous views overlooking the Canal du Midi and across the vineyards to the “Montagne Noire” in the distance. You can sit on the patio watching the boats navigate their way up and down the lock on the canal and watch the French people go about their everyday life. At the edge of a lovely village in the south Minervois of the Languedoc, right alongside the spectacular Canal du Midi & only 15min away from the famous walled Medieval Cite of Carcassonne. Both are UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Both our independant gîtes 'Olive Tree' and 'Canal View' are fully equipped, each sleeping 4 + Cot, which can prove to be an ideal base to explore the many attractions in and around the area.

A large HEATED SWIMMING POOL 10m by 5m (32 x 16ft) with Roman steps for easy access and spacious surrounding terrace .(May - Oct) Both gîtes share the relaxing pool which is set in approx. 2 acre garden. 8 sun lounger’s and 3 reclining chairs are provided around the pool on the large decking and tiled surround, offering spacious and unobtrusive sunbathing area with extensive views of the hills and vineyards. Private off road parking in gated garden. Both gîtes have their own patios for BBQ and sunbathing. Ideal location for visiting the many attractions or just soaking up the sun. The Mediterranean Sea and beaches are 40min drive.

Chic boutique shopping in Toulouse, Beziers & Montpellier. 90 minutes from Spain

The 2 Independent gîtes have the highest Meubles de Tourism rating for their size - Trois étoiles with private patios, garden furniture,and large stone BBQ.

Canal View is well equipped with all essential items provided. Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Microwave, Induction Hob, Electric oven, large Fridge/Freezer, kettle, coffee maker, Toaster, Cool Box, Flat screen TV, DVD player, Radio/Hi-Fi. Free Wi-Fi, docking station for iPod/iPhone.

Large modern showers in each gîte. Clean, well maintained, freshly laundered bed linen & towels. We can provide Pool / Beach towels if you wish to save on luggage space.

Canal View has a patio for sunbathing and relaxing overlooking the gardens and canal. It has a dining table, two sunbeds and a stone BBQ for exlusive use. You can stroll along the tow-path of the Canal du Midi and watch the boats navigate their way through the lock. The gîtes are in the grounds of very friendly British owners who will respect your privacy.

Upstairs, Canal View offers a double and a twin bedroom. Towels and bedding provided. There is a rain head shower, washbasin + hair-dryer. Downstairs there is everything you need for a relaxing holiday away from home. Open plan area downstairs includes a sitting room area with sofa, armchair,TV/ DVD/VHS & discs, Radio/ CD player. Dining table & chairs with a kitchen offering all facilities. A full-sized oven / grill with induction hob and a large fridge/freezer. All crockery, cutlery and tea towels are provided as well as a microwave/ dishwasher/toaster/Coffee filter/washing machine. All crockery, cutlery + tea towels are provided


Our property is right alongside the Canal du Midi and great for walking or just sitting and watching the boats go by on the Canal du Midi. Supermarkets and shops are a short drive away but the village has a small shop selling different breads, cakes and a selection of groceries.

You are welcome to bring your bikes if you wish as there are some great routes for all abilities or alternatively bike hire can be obtained from the next village.

Its a perfect place to base yourself to explore the area.

We offer a weekly pizza evening at the property, homemade wood fired pizzas made to order with local wine on offer. Details sent with the welcome pack for the property.

Golf breaks: Carcassonne has, a beautiful 18 hole Par 71 - 5,758 metre golf course playable all year round with views of the Pyrenees and which is only a 20 minute drive away.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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
Long-term renters welcome
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

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

About the area

Marseillette

Located in Marseillette, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Le Musée de la Torture de Carcassone and Museum of Fine Arts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include St. Julian's and St. Basil's Church and Old Bridge. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling.
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Marseillette, Aude

What's nearby

  • Aude Gate - 17 min drive - 23.5 km
  • Le Musée de la Torture de Carcassone - 18 min drive - 21.4 km
  • Château Comtal - 18 min drive - 21.4 km
  • Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne - 18 min drive - 21.4 km
  • Narbonnaise Gate - 18 min drive - 21.4 km

Getting around

  • Lezignan Aude Station - 22 min drive
  • Carcassonne (CCF-Pays Cathare) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Le Pasteur - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Les vignerons de Bacchus - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Poissonnerie Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Le Top du Roulier - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Canal View, superb gîte, Heated Pool near Carcassonne next to Canal du Midi. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Canal View, superb gîte, Heated Pool near Carcassonne next to Canal du Midi. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Canal View, superb gîte, Heated Pool near Carcassonne next to Canal du Midi. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Canal View, superb gîte, Heated Pool near Carcassonne next to Canal du Midi. ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Canal View, superb gîte, Heated Pool near Carcassonne next to Canal du Midi. located?

This family-friendly Marseillette cottage is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Canal du Midi and Château l'Amiral. Domaine Les Penitents Bleu and Château de Gourgazaud are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 87 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 87 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 87 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 87 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 87 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Lovely gite with pool and enjoyed watching the boats go through the lock. Well equipped gite. Good central location for local sights.Visit to Minerve is a must. James helped organise bike hire which was great with two wonderful routes all on GPS.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay at a beautiful gite. James was extremely informative and helpful but discreet also. We used the pool everyday and this was always clean and tidy. Fascinating being so close to the canal and the lock. Fab week at a fab location. Highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clarissa R.

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Wir hatten eine sehr schöne Zeit am Canal du Midi. Das Haus ist sehr schön, gut ausgestattet, die Nachbarschaft mit den Vermieter*innen funktioniert sehr gut. Die Lage ist sehr ruhig, man kann aber ebenfalls in bis zu einer (guten) Stunde schöne Städte und Dörfer und den Strand erreichen. Und der Canal hat für uns eine besondere Stimmung. Insgesamt sehr empfehlenswert.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bart v.

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Leuke gîte, prachtig groot zwembad, altijd proper en goed onderhouden. Zeer vriendelijke gastheer en vrouw. Tof welkom met een fes rosé en voldoende ijsblokjes, zodat je onmiddellijk een gekoeld drankje kan maken. Mooi uitzicht op de canal du midi en het sas recht tegenover de gîte. Een aanrader
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Karen T.

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Wonderful location

An excellent week. It was very comfortable and the location is great to explore local Minervois villages, Carcassonne and further afield Narbonne. We enjoyed watching the boats go through the lock. We were there in a heatwave so grateful for the beautiful pool.Thank you Sam and James and all the best in your new venture.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ulrich S.

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

Canal view

Our stay has been a pleasant experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annette W.

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

Beautiful gite right on Canal du Midi

Lovely gite, well equipped and spacious, inside and out. Great views from the house over Marseillette canal lock and distant Black Mountains. Supermarkets close by in next village. Friendly owners who will respect your privacy but are on hand for any help required. Thank you James and Sam.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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Just beautiful!

This is a magnificent place to stay, right next to the canal du midi with beautiful walks out the front door. The hosts are wonderful, really friendly and helpful. The gite was well equipped and served us so well for a month stay. Highly recommended.
Stayed 33 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martial D.

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Très bien placé endroit silencieux

Décoration intérieure superbe,propreté nickel et propriétaire sympa
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Delphine M.

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

Séjour impeccable

Pour notre 2ème séjour dans ce gite toujours rien à dire au niveau propreté, confort et accueil
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

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Canal view

Wir haben unseren Aufenthalt sehr genossen. Die Lage des Hauses direkt an der Schleuse mit zT Blick ins weite Land hat uns sehr gefallen. Wir haben von hier aus verschiedene Radtouren entlang des Canal du Midi geplant Das gîte ist sauber und gut ausgestattet. Samantha und James, gerade erst aus UK emigriert, sind aufmerksame und freundliche Gastgeber, denen ich von Herzen einen guten Start in ihrem neuen Leben in Frankreich wünsche.Barbara
Stayed 11 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karin K.

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Peaceful and picturesque

The rental process was very easy both with Verbo and the owners, the gite was just what we wanted, the facilities were good and the owners were very friendly and helpful, we highly recommend this property
Stayed 42 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at Canal View. The location & view are amazing. It was great to be able to relax outside & watch the boats on the canal.Sam & James were very respectful of guests privacy but were available when needed. We enjoyed their freshly cooked pizza which was offered on a couple of evenings during our stay. Sam & James provided or offered many additional items e.g. cool box & ice blocks for picnics useful for those travelling by plane. It was very hot during our stay & fans are in both bedrooms although we were told they intend to upgrade to air conditioning in the future.One very minor issue is that neither the toilet or bathroom have locks on the doors.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

margaret s.

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Fabulous Spot in superb location

What a beautiful property and so nicely located right on a lock of the Canal du Midi. The property is clean, very comfortable and the hosts are extremely welcoming, but entirely discreet. Cannot recommend staying here highly enough.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

didier g.

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Happy stay

Beautiful unit on the shores of canal du midi. Good bedding, great kitchen, great location for multiple area visits. Quiet as can be. Wonderful walks on the side ofcthe canal. Just missed having English channels available but for sure Sam and James will correct. We were their first guests
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

LUCIANA O.

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Excelllent stay at Canal View

We had an excellent stay at Canal View. The house is very nice and clean, counts with all the amenities, fully equipped and decorated with care. Wi Fi worked perfectly. Adrian and Ann-Marie are very friendly hosts. Highly recommeded.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra A.

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Lugar precioso

Cerca de Carcassone. Muy tranquilo y acojedor. Repetiremos.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

M Christine P.

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belles vacances dans un joli gite

nous avons passé deux semaines à Canal View. Le gite est très agréable, bien équipé et joliment décoré. Merci à Ann Marie et à Adrian pour leur accueil et leur gentillesse. La piscine au milieu des oliviers et des lavandes est un pur bonheur.Nous recommandons vivement ce gite
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra S.

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Comfort by the Canal

Our hosts offered us a comfortable and relaxing spot from which to explore the region. Each day we experienced an adventure and then returned for a swim and an evening meal on the patio. Adrian and Anne Marie were very helpful with suggestions to explore. Thank you 😊
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gillian J.

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Comfortable, well presented property with kind hosts

A comfortable, well presented property with lovely views of the Canal du Midi. It is ideally located for visits to Carcassonne, Cabrespine cave, lovely old French villages and wine tasting. Unfortunately, there was a strong wind during our stay so barbeques were not possible, however, the kitchen was well equipped to cook inside. Ann-Marie and Adrian were knowledgeable and kind hosts. We warmly recommend this property.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

colin ashley A.

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Perfect Base for Exploring The Canal du Midi

Our 2nd visit to Canal View - 8 Years apart! It has everything you need for a relaxing break. Adrian and Anne-Marie are brilliant hosts and a great source of useful local knowledge. Unreservedly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

ANNETTE G.

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Tres cooconing. Site sur le xanal superbe

Beaucoup de promenades bord du canal. Villages alentours et bien sur carcassonne.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Delphine L.

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Excellent séjour

Le gite, idéal pour une famille de 4, est situé dans un environnement calme (proximité du canal très agréable), tout en étant à proximité de nombreux sites à visiter (Lastours, Minerve, Narbonne, Carcassonne, ...). Il est confortable et très bien équipé. La piscine, entourée d'oliviers et de lavandes, est appréciable en fin de journée, après les visites. Ann-Marie et Adrian, les propriétaires, sont discrets, sympathiques et serviables. En résumé, nous avons passé un excellent séjour !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Claudia H., Deutschland

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Wunderschön

Wir hatten zwei tolle und erholsame Wochen in diesem wunderschönen Haus bei Carcassone. Der Pool war herrlich bei 40 Grad im Schatten und wir konnten trotz der Hitze beeindruckende Ausflüge machen. Besonders Carcassone war sehr schön. Ann-Marie und Adrian sind sehr nette und hilfsbereite Gastgeber und uns hat es rundum an nichts gefehlt. In ihrem sehr geschmackvoll eingerichtete Häuschen haben wir uns sehr wohl gefühlt und empfehlen "Canal view" gerne weiter.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

sietske p.

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Mooie locatei

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Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

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