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9.6

Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Outdoor space

Free WiFi

Explore the area

Carcassonne, Occitanie, Occitanie

Canal du Midi Harbor Master's Office6 min walk
Chateau Comtal5 min drive
Narbonnaise Gate7 min drive
Toulouse (TLS-Blagnac)71 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining Area

About this property

This is a beautifully restored apartment on the top floor, where mellow character and lovely original features are allied to contemporary light and creature comforts. It is the ultimate getaway, with the lovely private peaceful sun terrace where you can sit and watch the sunset and views of St Vincent Cathedral in all its glory whilst enjoying an aperitif.
There is an open plan layout .The kitchen is fully equipped with all you need to create a gourmet meal (although the restaurants are plentiful in the vicinity) or just have a simple snack.
Following on from this is the comfortable lounge which extends onto the sun terrace. There is British_French TV avilable DVD player, music centre (including ipod docking station) and a range of books and magazines to enjoy.
There is a good sized double bedroom with fitted wardrobes and vanity unit with hairdryer supplied.
There is a modern twist to the bathroom with an ergonomic luxury power shower with body jets and overhead spray
Les Bottes Cachees,(the hidden boots)
Situated in the Bastide de St. Louis in the center of Carcassonne This 16th century house with original features and modern facilities, has separate secluded sun terraces. Carefully restored into separate apartments, with lots of original character. The perfect location to reach La Cite, Canal du Midi, cafes, restaurants and places of interest. Toulouse, Narbonne and the Mediterranean all within an hours reach.

Property manager

Richard Mallard

Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)

Minimum age to rent: 5

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

There is a extra charge of £10 a night for the use of the sofa bed linen towels etc .(this can be paid on arrival)

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

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

Carcassonne

This apartment is located in Bastide Saint-Louis, a neighbourhood in Carcassonne. 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 Canal du Midi and Parc du Père Noël.

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Carcassonne, Occitanie, Occitanie

What's nearby

Canal du Midi Harbor Master's Office - 6 min walk
Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne - 20 min walk
Aude Gate - 4 min drive
Chateau Comtal - 5 min drive
Narbonnaise Gate - 7 min drive

Getting around

Carcassonne Station - 7 min walk
Carcassonne (CCF-Pays Cathare) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

‪L'Artichaut - ‬3 min walk
‪Le Longchamp - ‬4 min walk
‪The Celt - ‬3 min walk
‪Bistro Blasco - ‬4 min walk
‪Restaurant le 104 - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is apartment 1(merlot)sleeps2 (4) pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-out at apartment 1(merlot)sleeps2 (4)?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is apartment 1(merlot)sleeps2 (4) located?

Located in Bastide Saint-Louis, this apartment building is steps away from Auditorium - Ancienne Chapelle des Jesuites and St. Vincent Church. Place Carnot and Canal du Midi are also within 5 minutes. Carcassonne Station is 7 minutes by foot.

9.6

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Maggie P.

16 Oct 2023

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

Great location. Quiet except for the bells which I loved!

Great location. Quiet except for the bells which I loved! Be prepared for a narrow set of stairs but worth the trouble.

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Glenda D., Sydney, australia

8 Oct 2022

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

Beautiful Carcassone in Merlot

Such a very sweet place to stay - for one or two people - plenty of room - everything you want is there . Back terrace looking to St Vincent and it’s bells is fantastic . Kitchen /Bathroom very well equiped . 3 flights narrow stairs but it’s worth the climb .

Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sylvie R.

28 May 2024

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

Parking situation

We spent a very nice time in the house. The description is accurate and the place is very convenient. But it is worth mentioning for people arriving with a car, that all legal parking places close to the house have to be paid for. On top of that, it is not possible to pay for more than 5 hours at once, but re-payment is allowed. The parking fees are very reasonable.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia v.

8 Nov 2023

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

Very nice appartment

Exactly as advertised. Best for a couple, sofa bed linens are charged extra. Very quiet and cozy with a nice little terrace/balcony. Highly recommended.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela H.

2 Oct 2023

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Wonderful apartment with balcony

Lovely apartment for 2 people. Spotlessly clean and well equipped. In a good quiet location within easy walking distance of restaurants and old city. The balcony is a great bit bus especially at breakfast time.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine S.

29 Sept 2023

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

Super

Perfect location to visit beautiful carcasonne. Very quiet street..short walj to the main square . Owner very helpduk. Beautiful balcony to sit out on reallt made our stay. Would love to return

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

DANY D., 17340 YVES

28 Aug 2023

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

Séjour agréable

Ma compagne et moi avons passé un très bon séjour.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas F.

14 Aug 2023

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

Good central location - Very good customer service

Couple of minor issues when we arrived, dealt with very very quickly by the owner - can't fault the customer service! Nice clean apartment near the town centre on a quiet street. Lots of parking nearby. Lots to do in the area especially if you enjoy history and castles. Municipal lake nearby for swimming.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John G., Verwood UK

5 Aug 2023

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

Great Find

We were very pleased with this great small apartment which was in a perfect location. Easy to reach the canal, railway station and the main square with lots of restaurants. Also only a pleasant 20 minute stroll to the medieval city which is well worth a visit. We appeeciated the lovely balcony at the rear of the property overlooking greenery and the church and enjoyed the bottle of wine left by Richard the owner. Thank you Richard. The apartment was equipped with eveything you needed including a fan which was greatly appreciated as it was very hot during our stay. Highly recommended.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Barbara V., Victoria, BC, Canada

13 May 2023

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

A good place to stay

We arrived early and were lucky to be able to check in before 4. Unfortunately, the check in was hurried and we did not get any information about the unit. Also, the stairs are very tight and steep so be careful with luggage. The apartment itself is a good size with a nice bed and extra pillows and quilts. The windows block out street noise well. The back patio is a real treat and the bells from the nearby church are delightful. Our biggest issue was that the internet was terrible. Richard was very quick to respond to our concerns but they were not resolved.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Clio R.

6 Nov 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Très bon séjour

Appartement bien placé et agréable

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Connie S.

24 Sept 2022

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

Great location in the city.

Fantastic balcony with flowering trees and shrubs. The view of the St Vincent tower is special and if you are a fan of church bells, you’re at the right address! Enjoy your stay, Raymond is the perfect landlord!!

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

ALASTAIR RANKEN

20 Sept 2022

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

Lovely Apartment

Really enjoyed our stay here. The apartment was immaculate through out. The terrace was a welcome bonus to relax after a day sight seeing with a glass or two! Raymond collected us from the airport and gave us information on Carcassonne which was very helpful. The apartment is in the centre of town, so handy for sight seeing and lots of restaurants nearby. We would certainly stay here again and recommend others to do so. Raymond and Julie are perfect hosts

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

22 Aug 2022

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Nice apartment in the Bastide!

Lovely apartment in the heart of Bastide. Parking was easy outside the apartment and there is also more free parking nearby. Raymond met us to check in and provided really useful information on local area. We really appreciated the bottle of wine, baguette and butter on arrival also! We slept on the sofa bed and my daughter took the bedroom - both comfy. Balcony is great bonus and there are good cooking facilities. We were there in the middle of a heat wave and it was warm but fans were provided which really helped. Great place and would stay again!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Sandra D.

16 Aug 2022

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Vue sur terrasse très belle

Spacieux et bien agencé avec une belle terrasse Le propriétaire très accueillant

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brendan Cotter

16 Aug 2022

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

Lovely!

Lovely apartment in the centre of town. Clean, comfortable and well equipped. Loved the terrace overlooking a wild garden and the church tower. The owners Raymond and his wife were extremely helpful and welcoming. Would highly recommend.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Louise A.

25 July 2022

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Fantastic place to relax and explore

Quick summary: Brilliant stay here. Terrace is just what was needed for evening wine and cool air. From initial correspondence with Raymond we were immediately at ease that our booking was going to go well. Raymond was helpful at each stage and very willing to answer questions or reply to emails, usually within an hour. Raymond arranged to meet us at the train station arrival and as good as his word, Raymond and Julie were there with bottles of cold water for us (it was a very hot day). We took a short walk (5minutes) to the apartment, with Raymond pointing out landmarks and other useful information for our stay. The apartment was on the top floor up the authentic spiral staircase, with some lovely featured such as beams and the much sought after terrace. We got a lot of information about our location, activities, places to eat etc. There is an excellent welcome folder and box of leaflets covering the local area and slightly further afield. Raymond and Julie were ery helpful with information about public transport and pointed out a number of locations on the map. There was a very welcome bottle of wine left for us, which did not make it past the first night. Flat is fully equipped for self-catering but you are less than a 5 minute walk away from the main square and many lovely places to sit and eat. The flat is not air conditioned but does have electric fans. When we were in the apartment we usually opened a kitchen window and the terrace doors which created a cool breeze that sorted temperature out - we visited on probably the hottest week of the year. The apartment is on a quiet street and the terrace overlooks a green and flowery garden (I'm told underneath this is a resident car park but you can't see it) and St Vincent's church tower which is lit up at night and is a lovely view. We visited primarily to see the Tour de France end a stage in Carcassonne and could not have had a better experience. Genuinely lovely place to stay in a great location with everything we needed. I'm sure the terrace alone could sell the place but Raymond and Julie are fantastic hosts that definitely look after their guests. 5 star rating is truly deserved and I hope to be back in the future.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dave P.

11 Apr 2022

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

Great Location

Fabulous apartment in a great location. The host was most welcoming and picked us up at the airport before giving us a quick tour of Carcassone.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christina H.

13 Aug 2021

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Super gelegene FeWo mit sehr netten Vermietern

Wir haben 3 Tage in der Unterkunft verbracht als Familie mit 2 Kindern. Die Wohnung selbst ist top ausgestattet mit allem was man braucht und sehr gemütlich. Perfekt ist der kleine Balkon zum Frühstücken und Abends einen Wein trinken. Zu Fuss ist man schnell auf dem Hauptplatz mit vielen Restaurants und in 20min auch in der Cité. Sehr zu empfehlen!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pedro José A.

11 Dec 2019

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

Estupenda Elección

Hemos pasado unos días estupendos. Gracias al propietario por sus facilidades a la hora de poder alargar unas horas la estancia por un problema con nuestro vehículo. Todo fueron facilidades por su parte. En cuanto a la vivienda nada que objetar, muy bien situada (se puede ir andando a todos lados), limpia y cómoda. La recomiendo sin duda, sobre todo por la atención.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alan T.

21 Nov 2019

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

Convenient in Carcassonne

This apartment was an ideal base from which to explore Carcassonne's Cité and Bastide areas. The walled city was about a 20-minute stroll (longer if you were diverted by the shops). Within a very short walk was Place Carnot, containing some great looking places to eat, a small Carrefour supermarket and a wonderful fruit and vegetable market on Saturday. If you have a car there is on-street parking immediately opposite the apartment. You have to pay, using a nearby machine to obtain a ticket, but it's not expensive and Raymond can explain the easiest way to get the maximum time for your money without having to buy several tickets. We were in the apartment on the top floor of the building, accessed via a winding staircase, the last few steps of which at the top have a very narrow tread so care needs to be taken when going up or down. Once inside, it feels spacious because of the high ceilings and all rooms were in great condition, with comfortable furniture. The weather was cold during our visit but there are electric wall heaters in all rooms so we were always warm enough. The apartment has a useful balcony space which would be great for eating outside during warmer weather. The nearby bell tower of St Vincent's church, from which there is apparently a great view of the city, made its audible presence regularly felt but we didn't feel disturbed by the bells and they were silent through the night. Raymond's communication with us in the weeks and days before our trip was really useful and he was kind enough to meet us on arrival to help with luggage and familiarise us with all aspects of the apartment. He also gave us advice on the best sights to visit and places to eat, the details of which were on business cards and in the helpful welcome book. In conclusion, the apartment and its most welcoming host would make any visit to Carcassonne a genuine pleasure.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

6 Oct 2019

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

Highly recommended!

Very well appointed, spacious, and filled with natural light. Convenient location, easy access to a supermarket, bakery, shops and restaurants. 15 minute pleasant walk to La Cité.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Valérie D.

28 Sept 2019

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Genau wie beschrieben

Wir haben zu zweit ein paar sehr schöne Tage in Carcasonne verbracht. Die Lage der Wohnung ist hervorragend, zu Duss ist elles zu erreichen. Wir haben die Morgende auf der kleinen Terasse sehr genossen. Die Wohnung ist gut ausgestattet, alles ist vorhanden.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

joelle D.

17 July 2019

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Excellent pour quelques jours.

Bel appartement bien rénové et situé idéalement pour visiter Carcassonne. Literie très confortable. Dommage que le quartier soit aussi bruyant!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mark P.

15 July 2019

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July 2019

Thoroughly enjoyed our short in Carcassonne. Apartment very central with lots to see and do nearby. Would highly recommend this apartment to anyone thinking of visiting Carcassonne. It has everything you need including outside space.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

About the host

Hosted by Richard Mallard

After holidaying in the area for many years, we decided that the laid back French way of life was definitely for us. We came across the property a few years ago. It was in a terrible, run-down state and we have worked hard to lovingly restore this property to its former glory. We hope our guests enjoy the area and that they appreciate the hard work we have put in to restore this charming 16th Century house and retaining most of the original features.

Why they chose this property

We loved the fact that the property was right in the heart of Carcassonne, with all the amazing shops, restaurants and cafes on our doorstep.
We love spending weekends down on the Mediterranean which is just 45 minutes away.
There are many lovely villages to explore nearby, especially the famous book village, Montolieu and Saissac with its amazing Chateau.

What makes this property unique

We spent a lot of time making sure that the property retained its original features but also had all modern facilities.
The lovely terrace is perfect to enjoy a glass of wine or simply enjoy the views of St.Vincent Cathedral. It is very rare to get outdoor space in the heart of Carcassonne and that is one of the reasons that we were attracted to this property.
La Cite is just a 15 minute walk away, and there are so many restaurants and shops to explore nearby. Place Carnot is particularly nice to sit and enjoy a drink and watch the locals going about their business.