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OVERLOOKING A RIVER, SHEPHERD'S HUT, AUTHENTIC AND FAMILY-FRIENDLY, WIFI

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Property grounds
Exterior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Dining
Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher

Check out the area

Map
Pieusse, Occitanie
  • Popular LocationCarcassonne Golf17 min drive
  • Popular LocationChateau Comtal21 min drive
  • Popular LocationNarbonnaise Gate22 min drive
  • AirportCarcassonne (CCF-Pays Cathare)25 min drive

Space details

2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, sleeps 5
80 sq m
Bedroom 1
    2 single beds
Bedroom 2
    1 double bed
Bathroom 1
    Shower
    Bath

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

OVERLOOKING A RIVER, SHEPHERD'S HUT, AUTHENTIC AND FAMILY-FRIENDLY, WIFI

In the heart of CATHAR COUNTRY, a restored shepherd's house nestled in nature AVAILABLE WIFI: stays that will be remembered whatever the season! Also ideal for visiting the sites of the Cathar castles and the medieval city of Carcassonne, hiking, fishing ... and rest.

In an atmosphere where the logs crackle, a large fireplace allows, in winter, to organize large outbreaks of Christmas, New Years, Carnival or Easter holidays, in a setting that is both romantic and comfortable , and after returning, for example, from a visit to a Cathar castle or the City of Carcassonne, a long walk in the woods or the colorful Limoux Carnival.


From spring and until All Saints' Day, the beautiful exposure on the river is ideal for lunches outside followed by sunbathing, or naps in the shade according to the taste of each, and before going fishing in the stream.

The 'teens', for their part, will' enjoy 'sailing in kayaks on the sports site of Alet les Bains, 20 minutes' drive away, and in the evening going to the rock scene of the Carcassonne International Festival or on the Place de Limoux which brings together many young people from all countries.

The Gite, rehabilitated in the style of the past and comfortable, is organized on 2 levels connected by wooden staircase:
- the living room (with a convertible sofa and a dining table, and with a fireplace and a large mirror) is located on the ground floor, as is the kitchen ( a 2-burner hob, an oven, a microwave, a refrigerator, a dishwasher ...) and the bathroom (a claw foot tub, a large sink and toilet, as well only a towel dryer and a washing machine);
-the night part is organized on the 1st floor, with 2 separate spaces (see photos) by a whole series of old openwork beams, with on one side a double bed equipped with a box spring and a 140 mattress cm wide, and on the other 2 old iron beds 80 cm wide (sheets and towels are provided)
The house overlooks a clearing, without any opposite on one side as on the other, and is located 50 meters from a place in the shade by the river. It is made available to visitors a table and chairs for meals, deckchairs, a parasol and a charcoal barbecue.
This Gite is ideal for a family with 2 children, plus if necessary a teenager sleeping on the convertible sofa in the living room.
Many couples without children particularly appreciate its decor, its romanticism, and its location in the heart of a very peaceful countryside.
Groups of adults (3 or 4) also had excellent stays in the house.
This Gite will appeal to families who appreciate the charm, authenticity and comfort of old houses (see photos); it is not suitable for visitors who prefer "modern" houses or rehabilitations "which imitate the old".

Property manager

Robert et Deborah

Languages

English, French, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 22 lb per pet)
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • Next to a golf course
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Snow sports gear
  • Water sports equipment
  • Kayaking on site
  • Golf on site
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Cave exploring nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Locally owned and organised tours and activities
  • Unit size: 861 sq ft (80 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 22 lb per pet)
Note from host: sous votre responsabilité en cas de dégats

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: vigilance de mise dans la surveillance des enfants

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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 recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Overlooking A River House OF Shepherd Authentic Family Wifi
Overlooking River House Shepherd Authentic Family Wifi Pieusse
Overlooking River House Shepherd Authentic Family Wifi
Overlooking River Shepherd Authentic Family Wifi Pieusse
Overlooking River House Shepherd Authentic Family Wifi Pieusse
Overlooking River House Shepherd Authentic Family Wifi
Overlooking River Shepherd Authentic Family Wifi Pieusse
Overlooking River Shepherd Authentic Family Wifi
Overlooking A River House OF Shepherd Authentic Family Wifi
Overlooking A River House OF Shepherd Authentic Family Wifi
Overlooking A River House OF Shepherd Authentic Family Wifi

About the area

Pieusse

Located in Pieusse, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Domaine Begude and Carcassonne Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Écluse d'Herminis and Musee des Dinosaures 'Dinosauria'. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

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

Getting around

  • Pomas Station - 10 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 - 7 min drive
  • Le Relais de Preixan - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is OVERLOOKING A RIVER, SHEPHERD'S HUT, AUTHENTIC AND FAMILY-FRIENDLY, WIFI pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 22 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at OVERLOOKING A RIVER, SHEPHERD'S HUT, AUTHENTIC AND FAMILY-FRIENDLY, WIFI?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at OVERLOOKING A RIVER, SHEPHERD'S HUT, AUTHENTIC AND FAMILY-FRIENDLY, WIFI?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is OVERLOOKING A RIVER, SHEPHERD'S HUT, AUTHENTIC AND FAMILY-FRIENDLY, WIFI located?

Situated in Pieusse, this golf holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Piano Museum, Abbey of Saint-Hilaire and Domaine Begude. Carcassonne Golf and Domaine Gayda are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gerben d.

quiet and charming house
The house is a nicely restored old building. It is charmingly decorated with old and new furniture. Downstairs is large living room which stays nice and cool in the hot summer months. Also a small kitchen and bathroom are downstairs. Upstairs are the two bedrooms, although they are completely open to each other. The house is located along a fairly quiet road, with a nice play to swim in the rivier a few minutes walk from the house. The river here is shallow, perhaps just over a meter deep at most, and flows quite fast. It is very refreshing to take a quick dip after a hot day. The area is well situated to visit Carcasonne and Limoux. There are various other attractions nearby, such as several abbeys and the Cathar castles. We enjoyed the underground river of the Labouiche cave, where you are transported on small boats in the cave.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016

10/10 Excellent

PATRICIA C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Idéal pour découvrir la région Limouxine
Nous avons séjourné près d'une semaine dans cette petite maison de berger restaurée avec goût à proximité de l'Aude. L'accueil était parfait (merci à Robert pour ses attentions), le cadre idyllique. Plaisirs simples mais tellement essentiels : baignades dans l'Aude, canoë, de bonnes tables à Limoux, des domaines viticoles à perte de vue, des paysages variés, du calme, etc... Quelques jours qui permettent de se reposer et de se faire du bien. Très belle découverte.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marion N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Parfait
Très bon séjour ! Encore merci pour l’accueil. Nous conseillons cette location pour découvrir la région.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laetitia G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Parenthèse nature
Nous avons passé une très bonne semaine dans le gîte de Robert et Deborah avec nos deux garçons. L'accueil par Claudine a été très sympathique, et la maison nous a charmés par son authenticité. Les couchages sont confortables et malgré les températures élevées dehors la maison reste tempérée. Les photos sont tout-à-fait conformes à la réalité et le jardin est même plus grand que ce qu'on avait imaginé, complètement protégé des regards. Il faut effectivement traverser la petite route en bas de la maison pour accéder à la rivière mais ça n'a pas dérangé nos ados qui ont adoré y pêcher et y plonger (il y a une anse un peu plus loin avec plus de profondeur). Robert est venu nous saluer avec un beau panier de légumes (merci, ainsi que pour la bouteille de crémant à l'arrivée!) et nous a fait visiter son domaine. Les services sont proches (Limoux est à quelques kilomètres) et Carcassonne très facile d'accès. En ce qui nous concerne, ce fut une semaine dans un petit coin de paradis !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beate V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Alleinlage
Wir hatten als Familie (2Erwachsene, 2Kinder 14+11) 12 wundervolle Tage in dem Häuschen. Die Alleinlage ist himmlisch, wir haben viel unterommen in der Gegend, am Fluß und sind aber auch mehrmals am Meer gewesen. Empfangen wurden wir von Claudine mit einer Flasche Crémant. Tolle Gastgeber, Robert kam am nächsten Morgen vorbei und hat ein Körbchen mit frischem Obst, Gemüse und Kräutern gebracht. Vielen Dank an Robert und Deborah, dass wir unseren Hund mitbringen durften , obwohl er riesig ist (irischer Wolfshund) und eigentlich nur kleine Hunde erlaubt sind. Wir hatten eine tolle Zeit und würden jederzeit wiederkommen. Lg Beate, Helge, Henri & Greta mit Chap
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annegret D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Romantisch, gemütlich
Etwas ganz besonderes, tolle Lage, einfach und fast schon abenteuerlich. Nicht zu empfehlen für Familien mit kleinen Kindern, aber für große (über 8) ganz sicher ein Vergnügen!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Coulon A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Accueil au top
Maison atypique comme nous recherchions et reçu aux petits oignons
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Annemarie T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Authentieke vakantiewoning
Goed en vriendelijk contact met de tussenpersoon en de gastvrouw ter plekke.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

6/10 Okay

Adélaïde G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Jolie maison mais le service n'est pour l'instant pas à la hauteur...
Nous avons passé deux semaines dans cette jolie maison simple et bohème, rénovée de façon astucieuse et authentique et avec beaucoup de goût (photos conformes). Le jardin a un côté sauvage charmant, on voit plein de papillons, d’oiseaux, de libellules, d’écureuils….Attention la maison n'est pas du tout isolée comme l'annonce le laisse entendre: elle est juste au-dessus d'une route (certes départementale mais relativement passante même en plein mois d’août) et le domaine familial est juste au-dessus avec d'autres locations (plus ou moins bruyantes selon les locataires). Certes il n’y a pas de vis-à-vis (en dehors de la route) mais malheureusement ce n'était pas aussi calme ni aussi isolé que nous espérions. Difficile de déconnecter totalement. Par ailleurs, attention il faut traverser la route pour accéder à la rivière (a priori un peu dangereux avec de jeunes enfants). Très bon accueil (avec de la blanquette) et bons conseils. Néanmoins nous avons eu l'impression que tout était un peu 'dernier moment': la connexion internet ne fonctionnait pas (comme dans le domaine), quelqu'un aurait pu s'en apercevoir avant les locations estivales (!……) alors que c’est marqué haut débit sur l’annonce et que le propriétaire nous avait assuré qu’il y avait internet, dont nous avons besoin, non pour regarder des vidéos, mais pour des raisons professionnelles….cela a compliqué aussi l’organisation de nos visites dans la région car on avait beaucoup de mal à capter avec le réseau téléphone… le four fait systématiquement sauter les plombs et donc inutilisable...l'accès à la rivière est agréable mais il n'a été aménagé que quelques jours après notre arrivée.. il n’y a pas de ventilateur en pleine canicule et dans une région très chaude donc nous avons eu des nuits difficiles (oui la pièce du bas reste fraiche mais la chambre en haut est sous les toits)….il y a des voilages transparents sur les fenêtres donc impossible de dormir sans lumière (des volets intérieurs pourraient résoudre le problème)…Tout cela révèle au mieux un manque d'anticipation, au pire une certaine négligence. Dommage. La maison a du charme, le domaine a une vraie histoire intéressante et la région est très belle mais cela ne suffit pas pour en faire une location agréable… Le prix en août ne nous a vraiment pas semblé justifié étant donné tous ces problèmes. Nous espérons que ce commentaire permettra moins de déconvenues aux prochains et plus de précisions en amont sur l'annonce.

8/10 Good

Francois G.

Liked: Cleanliness
très beau séjour
un grand merci pour l'acceuil très sympatique! la maison est telle que décrite, et fraîche, très appréciable pendant les grandes chaleurs! cadre bucolique et l'accès privé à la rivière est très agréable
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019