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Cottage With pool, set in a private 5 hectare domaine, perfect for nature lovers
Family-friendly cottage in Cenne-Monestias
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9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
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Explore the area

Villemagne, Occitanie
- Place, Château de Saissac9 min drive
- Place, St-Papoul Abbey13 min drive
- Place, Saint-Ferreol Basin28 min drive
- Airport, Carcassonne (CCF-Pays Cathare)34 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Crib
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only
Shower room 1
Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Cottage With pool, set in a private 5 hectare domaine, perfect for nature lovers
The Domaine de Badens is a beautiful 5 hectare property, situated on the edge of the village of Cenne Monestiés in the southern French department of Aude. It is nestled in mature oak and pine forests and borders the Lampy river. Wildlife is abundant and the domain is very private, very calm and entirely at the disposition of the renters. The gite is situated 100 metres from the main house on the property, an old mill that was built in 1885; the other buildings onsite are awaiting restoration and yet not inhabited. The gite is newly renovated in a manner that respects local traditions but also assures comfort. The gite includes two principal bedrooms, each with an ensuite bathroom and an additional small study that can serve as a single bedroom or office. This room has beautiful views over the valley of Cenne Monestiés, with distant glimpses of the Pyrenees and the Pic de Bugarach. A fully equipped kitchen. A large open plan dining and sitting area with wood-burning fireplace. A high chair can be provided. The house is generally child friendly but parents of young children are encouraged to vigilant when outside. Dogs are welcome on the condition that they do not harass the wildlife or destroy furniture and fittings. Dogs should be restrained from chasing the owners' cat and the neighbours cats who are also occasional visitors to the property!
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
We have plenty of outdoor space for smokers
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
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
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
About the area
Cenne-Monestias
Located in Cenne-Monestias, this cottage is in a rural area. Château de Saissac and Abbey of Villelongue are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Canal du Midi Museum and Gardens and Écluse d'Herminis. Discover the area's water adventures with rafting and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and mountain biking.

Villemagne, Occitanie
What's nearby
- Château de Saissac - 9 min drive - 6.8 km
- St-Papoul Abbey - 13 min drive - 10.2 km
- Monastery of St. Mary of Prouilhe - 27 min drive - 24.3 km
- Saint-Ferreol Basin - 28 min drive - 18.9 km
- Port Lauragais - 35 min drive - 38.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- La Taverne - 12 min drive
- Île aux oiseaux - 14 min drive
- Thé&Co - 19 min drive
- Le Salon de Vauban - 18 min drive
- Auberge Monplaisir - 13 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Tim Collins
We are biologists who live and work for the most part in Africa. We formerly worked in Congo (Brazzaville) but also have a foot in Kenya, where Hild (who is Belgian) works on a project to census elephants. Tim (who is British) researches whales and dolphins in two regions - central west Africa and the Northern Indian Ocean. We have a young son who revels in being outside and being very very dirty. We are animal fanatics and our house contains a riot of various beasts. We love peace and quiet, being in nature and sharing long meals with friends and neighbours.
Why they chose this property
Tim's parents have lived in Aude for over 20 years and investing in a house in the region ourselves was not too difficult. We love the area, its people and its many traditions. We are wildlife fanatics and the property is alive with native European animals (deer, boar, badgers, foxes, martens, bats, owls, hares, red squirrels and a slew of amazing birds, occasional peregrines included. The village of Cenne Monesties is unashamedly arty, something we greatly appreciate, and its inhabitants include writers, artists, painters, sculptors, dancers and acrobats. The region is alive with history, including wonderful castles with suitably gruesome and/or romantic pasts (great for kids), cultural events (theatre, music, arts festivals), traditional markets, lots of outdoor activities (walking, cycling, golf, kayaking, climbing etc).
What makes this property unique
We enjoy the peace and quiet - the property can feel a million miles from anywhere yet the village shop is a quick 5 minute drive or cycle down the hill. There are pleasant walks, an abundance of quiet corners, beautiful views and the ever present sound of nature being busy. At night you might hear owls or the occasional deer barking, but not much else. The river is true Swallows and Amazons, and adults and kids alike can revel in exploring its sunlit pools and many fishing spots. The region has many good gites, but we struggle to leave ours and always look forward to going back. Its a special place.
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English, French, Dutch
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