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Le Palmier - luxury retreat near Carcassonne, family-friendly

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infinity pool (7x15m) and a view of the park with its fig trees and persimmon
fragrant lavender and agapanthus growing by the pool
LE PALMIER view from the Master bedroom
LE PALMIER master bedroom detail
LE PALMIER entrance hall

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6145 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Moussoulens, Occitanie
  • Canal du Midi Harbor Master's Office
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Château Comtal
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Carcassonne (CCF-Pays Cathare)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom with twin beds

2 Single Beds

Master bedroom with fireplace

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Le Palmier - luxury retreat near Carcassonne, family-friendly

Spacious ground floor character house (145m2) with exposed beams, nicely decorated with antique and modern furniture.
Private entrance via a large, south-facing terrace overlooking the garden and pool.
Master bedroom with open fireplace, kingsize bed. Fullsize bed in the spacious living room.
Second bedroom with twin beds; we can add a crib.
The kitchen is fully equipped with dishwasher, espresso machine etc.
Bathroom with shower and bath.
Separate toilet. Outdoor seating on the covered courtyard terrace.
The terrace has outdoor dining table and chairs, Weber barbecue and lounge chairs.
From the terrace, French doors connect to the spacious dining/sitting room. The dining table with its candle-light chandelier seats 6 people.
A short drive from Carcassonne, Le Trabet, an 18th century former winery, was fully renovated. Large secured pool, park, direct access to vineyards and woodland, ideal for cycling and walking. Free internet access. Surrounded by vineyards, woodland and sunflower fields. Well-established gardens, woods and park. Le Trabet offers an ideal combination of a relaxed and active holiday. Glorious views to the Pyrenees and Montagne Noire. Golf courses and lakes nearby. The Mediterranean beaches are about one hour away. Only some minutes away from Carcassonne with its famous castle and close to the Canal du Midi where boats can be rented. Restaurants, village markets, Cathar castles, Mediterranean Sea and wineries all nearby.

Property manager

Claudia Löhner

Languages

English, French, German

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Gym
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children's paradise, large grounds and fields
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
Ask owner for approval
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Outside only on your terrace
to enjoy the countryside calm and plenty of birdsong - please use headphones when listening to music while outdoors

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
Property Registration Number 37798776449FR

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
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Moussoulens

Located in Moussoulens, this holiday home is in a rural area. Church Saint-André and St. Vincent Collegiate Church are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Tennis Asptt Carcassonne and Carcassonne Golf. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking.
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Moussoulens, Occitanie

What's nearby

  • Canal du Midi Harbor Master's Office - 18 min drive - 15.7 km
  • Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne - 19 min drive - 17.7 km
  • Aude Gate - 19 min drive - 17.7 km
  • Carcassonne Golf - 19 min drive - 18.3 km
  • Château Comtal - 20 min drive - 18.4 km

Getting around

  • Bram Station - 19 min drive
  • Carcassonne (CCF-Pays Cathare) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hôtel Restaurant La Bergerie - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Café-Restaurant le Romarin - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪L'Ile aux Oiseaux - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant la Rive-Belle - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Lotus 1 - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Le Palmier - luxury retreat near Carcassonne, family-friendly have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Le Palmier - luxury retreat near Carcassonne, family-friendly pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Le Palmier - luxury retreat near Carcassonne, family-friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Le Palmier - luxury retreat near Carcassonne, family-friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Le Palmier - luxury retreat near Carcassonne, family-friendly located?

This family-friendly Moussoulens holiday home is located in a rural location, 3 mi (4.9 km) from Canal du Midi, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Museum of Book Arts and Crafts and Church Saint-André. Écluse d'Herminis and Moulin à Papier de Brousses are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Communication

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Notre séjour était très agréable, les pièces sont très spacieuses et très bien décorées et équipées. Le jardin est très grand, avec une magnifique piscine à débordement. Il y a de nombreux équipements mis à disposition pour les enfants, vélo, cabane, échelles, bouées... la propriétaire est très accueillante, à la fois discrète et disponible. Le coin est magnifique au milieu des vignes avec des parcours vtt et de très beaux villages à visiter aux alentours : Montolieu, Saissac... merci encore pour ce séjour !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Norman G.

Charming and well equipped property ideally situated close to Carcassonne and the Languedoc area..

Wonderful property with all that you would wish to have during a holiday. The owner Claudia was exceptionally friendly and made us feel right at home, even making sure that a bottle of Blanquette de Limoux was chilled and waiting for us to arrive. Claudia phoned to make sure we were happy with our choice of accommodation and knew how to locate the house. She ensured that our accommodation suited my group of friends. We asked specifically for certain items to be available and all were. Local supermarkets were just a few minutes drive away. The gîte was ideally situated for touring the local area and there was plenty of information and brochures for activities and visits in the area available to read and help plan our days out. Blessed by good weather, even in October, we thoroughly enjoyed our visit to the area. The swimming pool and other amenities were very well presented and we enjoyed meeting the other families and the extremely helpful staff and yes, we were able to swim in October! An ideal place to stay and I would recommend it wholeheartedly.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jo J.

Relaxing family holiday

We stayed in La Palmier which was located at one end of the property which made it feel very private whilst still enjoying the enourmous garden and surrounding grounds. Fabulous accommodation, fully equipped for self catering with lots of 'extras' e.g., bikes, drinks in a fridge by the pool, table tennis table & boules games. There were sun loungers & a table and chairs on our terrace and lots of other seating areas around the grounds. The pool was lovely - large and very well maintained with a child proof gate for safety. The nearest supermarket, patisserie and butchers was a short 5 min drive or 15 min bike ride away. Carcassonne and Lac de la Cavayere both worth a visit within a 30 mins drive. We would definitely reccommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Stephen B.

A truly wonderful and memorable family holiday!

Le Palmier is a majestic property with a truly magnificent private large patio, stunning living room and master bedroom. Claudia provided BBQ fuel and a delightful welcome pack including patisseries and homemade jam. The second bedroom, was smaller but comfortably homed three girls in separate beds aged 13, 11 and 9. The grounds are extensive and beautiful; I celebrated my fiftieth birthday enjoying a candle lit BBQ around the Dovecot. The facilities were fantastic; amazing pool, great bikes, table tennis and romantic seating scattered throughout the grounds. Claudia is an amazingly hospitable hostess and very proud of her home and properties. My husband's baggage didn't arrive in Toulouse but Claudia supplied him with a pair of swimming trunks so our holiday could begin immediately! I would highly recommend this holiday destination.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

fergus b.

Outstanding property in every respect.

Beautiful property surrounded by sunflowers, a very relaxing place to stay. We stayed in La Palmier - full of character and charm and well equipped - a truly stunning gite. The grounds are gorgeous and immaculate with an excellent swimming pool to relax in. Owners and guardians charming, helpful and informative. Lots of beautiful towns to visit including Carcasonne and a boat trip along the Canal du Midi is fascinating and relaxing. An excellent place to go on holiday we would love to return to Le Trabet.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Helene D.

Gite tout confort ,accueil agréable , petit déjeuner dans le jardin avec une vue apaisante

Nous avons pu profiter du calme de la campagne sur un terrain fleuri et agrémété de vieux oliviers de palmiers ... Calme et reposant sans être loin de la grande ville!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Katrina A., Canberra

Absolutely wonderful property, beautiful outdoor spaces, so wonderfully French in feel

I felt like I was living in a French movie for the week. Magnificent French manor with the most beautiful main bedroom and lounge room. We sat outside on a wonderful garden terrace all week for all meals,We also enjoyed walking through the surrounding farmland and vineyards as well as riding to the canal de midi. Claudia is very welcoming and generous with lots of small touches that made us feel so at home - we will be back as it was the most perfect relaxing holiday we have had in years
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

kate n.

A wonderful place to stay.

This is a lovely property, it has been charmingly renovated, and the grounds are beautiful and peaceful. Claudia has thought of everything, so our stay was very comfortable. We definitely hope to return! There is much to see and do in the area, but relaxing by the pool is also a strong draw.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Antoine P., Paris

Charmante demeure

Maison très charmante, idéale pour un repos bien mérité.. profiter de la piscine avec cette verdure immense, un vrai régal ! La maison est très bien décoré et nous avons passé 2 excellentes nuits !
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jamie L.

The best French countryside experience!

I spent nearly a week at Le Trabet and could not recommend a place any more! The property is absolutely gorgeous and furnished with taste, the owners are kind and extremely invested in the property and making sure guests have the best stay possible, and the nearby towns are accessible and quaint. There is enough to do both on and outside the property (not to mention a great pool!). Stay here if you want to truly experience countryside France!

About the host

Hosted by Claudia Löhner

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We fell in love the first time we saw Le Trabet with its stone facade and blue window shutters.
Born in Germany where we attended the university, we have also lived in Wales and the US and are now happy to be at this beautiful property in the unspoiled countryside of the Aude province.

Why they chose this property

Le Trabet used to be a winery, dating back to the 18th century. The Domaine has been painstakingly restored to accommodate three luxurious holiday homes.
The estate is set in a park with establishes trees, shrubs and hedges. The infinity swimming pool is fabulous. This is a superb property located right in the unspoiled countryside of the Aude province.
As a photographer, I take advantage capturing the many beautiful details - or I just sit down and enjoy the view -
Please see for yourself and take a look at some of the photos on our website of Le Trabet.

What makes this property unique

There are over 250 years of history here and with it comes a sense of enduring quality: this is a house of stone which was built to last.
Blue window shutters and wrought-iron gates pick up the color of the sky.
An old barn with its wine cellar points to the former role as wine-making estate.
And then there are the large swimming pool, the park with its huge trees, a magnificent view of the Montagnes Noires and the snowy peaks of the Pyrenees in the distance.
What more could one want - there are numerous fantastic restaurants to discover, quaint ones and grandiose ones too: five Michelin-star restaurants are in the vicinity. Not to forget the ancient ruins and Cathar castles.
And of course there is the clear southern light and the unforgettable sound of the wind that plays with the palm trees -

Languages:

English, French, German