Title: Rare. An oasis of freshness at the gates of Carcassonne pool and shaded park. - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Rare. An oasis of freshness at the gates of Carcassonne pool and shaded park. Riverfront vacation home with private pool and kitchen ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30330000/30326000/30325978/0d4cfcc1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30330000/30326000/30325978/28cb6628.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30330000/30326000/30325978/2fe3d427.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30330000/30326000/30325978/4b51986e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30330000/30326000/30325978/3514f87c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location You can look forward to golfing on site, a garden, and laundry facilities at Rare. An oasis of freshness at the gates of Carcassonne pool and shaded park. . Adventurous travelers may like the bicycling and kayaking at this vacation home. Free in-room WiFi and babysitting service are available to all guests. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41076 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Kitchen - Fireplace - Washer - Parking available - Pool ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Rare. An oasis of freshness at the gates of Carcassonne pool and shaded park. A few kilometers from Lagrasse and Carcassonne, the Domaine de Montlaur is an oasis of calm and FRESHNESS in the heart of the Cathar Country. Located on the ground floor of the castle - but completely independent from the rest of the residence - LA SUITE DE LA BASTIDE accommodates 2 to 4 people as well as a small child. Classified 4 stars by the Gîtes de France, this charming and prestigious gîte with a surface area of ​​100 m2 consists of a very large bedroom with a king size bed (180 cm) and an old child's bed, an adjoining bathroom, a kitchen and a living room (with sofa bed/2 people/160 cm wide) overlooking the shaded park of the Domaine, one of the most beautiful gardens in Languedoc. Out of time, this place is an invitation to the sweet life. A stone's throw away, a grocery store, a pharmacy, a small organic market every Tuesday and the village restaurant, Vins de Dagne with tasty cuisine and the best Corbières wines. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - TV - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - One pet total (up to 22 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: Merci de ne pas fumer dans la suite. ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board - Safe ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - Near a zoo - Near the sea - On a river - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Bicycle parking - Bicycles - Golf - Kayak - Table tennis - Tennis - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Rafting nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bed sheets changed on request - Bicycle parking - Bicycles - Cleaning products are eco-friendly - Composting - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Local artist showcase - Locally-owned and organized tours and activities - Towels (changed on request) - Unit size: 1,076 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90170000/90164900/90164869/6e9adc74.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Canal View, superb gîte, Heated Pool near Carcassonne next to Canal du Midi. 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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 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 ### Property is also known as Montlaur Domain Charming Cottage Heart Cathar Country Domain Charming Cottage Heart Cathar Country Montlaur Domain Charming Heart Cathar Country Domain Charming Heart Cathar Country Montlaur Domain Charming Cottage Heart Cathar Country Domain Charming Cottage Heart Cathar Country Montlaur Domain Charming Heart Cathar Country Domain Charming Heart Cathar Country Montlaur Domain Charming Cottage in the Heart of Cathar Country Montlaur Domain Charming Cottage in the Heart of Cathar Country Domain Charming Heart Cathar ## About the area Located in Val-de-Dagne, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Le Musée de la Torture de Carcassone and Chapeau Rouge are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Vignerons de Camplong and Château l'Amiral. Discover the area's water adventures with rafting and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling. [Visit our Val-de-Dagne travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Val-De-Dagne.dx690184732311511040) [View more Vacation homes in Val-de-Dagne](https://www.expedia.ca/Val-De-Dagne-Private-Vacation-Homes.d690184732311511040-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C43.12782%2C2.55760&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=_91u5iiA6NHV4eg9R7yvkoTv1xU=) Montlaur, Occitanie ### What's nearby - Lagrasse Abbey - 17 min drive - 15.8 km - Saturday Open Air Market - 17 min drive - 15.8 km - Lac de la Cavayere - 21 min drive - 28.9 km - Château Comtal - 24 min drive - 32.6 km - Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne - 24 min drive - 32.6 km ### Getting around - Couffoulens Station - 30 min drive - Carcassonne (CCF-Pays Cathare) - 40 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive - ‪Le Top du Roulier - ‬10 min drive - ‪Café de la Promenade - ‬16 min drive - ‪O fil de l'o - ‬13 min drive - ‪Le Recamtou - ‬17 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Rare. An oasis of freshness at the gates of Carcassonne pool and shaded park. have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### Is Rare. An oasis of freshness at the gates of Carcassonne pool and shaded park. pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 22 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at Rare. An oasis of freshness at the gates of Carcassonne pool and shaded park. ? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Rare. An oasis of freshness at the gates of Carcassonne pool and shaded park. ? > Check-out is at 10:30 AM. ### Where is Rare. An oasis of freshness at the gates of Carcassonne pool and shaded park. located? > Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Vignerons de Camplong, Canal du Midi, and Fabrezan Tower. Saturday Open Air Market and Lac de la Cavayere are also within 12 mi (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Rare. An oasis of freshness at the gates of Carcassonne pool and shaded park. Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 5 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### jean pierre B. Nov 23, 2016 #### Que du bonheur Accueil efficace et chaleureux, la maison est vaste lumineuse et très propre, le petit bourg de Montlaur plein de charmantes surprises et loin de l'agitation des grandes transhumances touristiques. sans parler du petit Syrah de la coopérative voisine . Les belles promenades dans la garrigue sont au bout du village et il ya même tout près la possibilité de louer des chevaux chez "le plo outfitters" je recommande chaudement Jean pierre boulangin ##### jean pierre B. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### anne v. Aug 21, 2016 #### Superbe adresse La suite de la Bastide se situe dans le château au rez de chaussée face à une allée impressionnante de platanes ce qui donne un charme indéniable à ce gite. La propriété est magnifique, au calme et ombragée (fort appréciable au mois d'aout dans une région ou il fait chaud) avec une piscine superbe. Le gite est décoré avec soin et raffinement.La chambre principale est très agréable car grande et avec une literie haut de gamme. Nous avons été accueillis chaleureusement par Marianne et sa famille. Nous recommandons vivement ce gite, nous y avons passé une très belle semaine en famille (couple avec 3 enfants). ##### anne v. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marie-Caroline F. Sep 28, 2015 #### Havre de paix et de beauté Nous avons passé un séjour fantastique dans cette merveilleuse demeure. La suite attenant à la demeure principale est très belle et très bien équipée. Le jardin est absolument ravissant et la piscine très agréable. L'impression principale est celle de l'authenticité associé à un chic discret. L'accueil de Marianne et de ses proches fut plus que chaleureux. Je recommande vivement ce havre de paix et de beauté. ##### Marie-Caroline F. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christoph B. Nov 19, 2014 #### Oase der Erholung in stilvollem Ambiente Wir haben einen schönen zweiwöchigen Herbsturlaub in Montlaur verbracht. Die große, sehr geschmackvoll eingerichtete Wohnung befindet sich im Erdgeschoss der Bastide mit direktem Zugang in den traumhaften Park. Modern ausgestattete Küche mit umfangreichem Zubehör. Stilvoll eingerichtetes Schlafzimmer mit großem komfortablen Bett. Nur schade, dass der Kamin nicht in Betrieb genommen werden konnte. Die nächstgrößeren Städte sind für Tagesausflüge gut zu erreichen. Für den täglichen Bedarf ist im Ort alles vorhanden. Nous avons passé un très agréable séjour, au chateaux! ##### Christoph B.