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Canal View, superb gîte, Heated Pool near Carcassonne next to Canal du Midi.

Waterfront cottage with kitchen and patio

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In the picturesque French countryside, Canal View Cottage boasts enchanting views of the Canal du Midi and vineyards beyond. Unwind in the open-plan sitting area with a sofa, TV, and DVD player or soak up sunshine on your patio overlooking the canal.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

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

Canal View, superb gîte, Heated Pool near Carcassonne next to Canal du Midi.

Canal View Cottage has the advantage of fabulous views overlooking the Canal du Midi and across the vineyards to the “Montagne Noire” in the distance. You can sit on the patio watching the boats navigate their way up and down the lock on the canal and watch the French people go about their everyday life. At the edge of a lovely village in the south Minervois of the Languedoc, right alongside the spectacular Canal du Midi & only 15min away from the famous walled Medieval Cite of Carcassonne. Both are UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Both our independant gîtes 'Olive Tree' and 'Canal View' are fully equipped, each sleeping 4 + Cot, which can prove to be an ideal base to explore the many attractions in and around the area.

A large HEATED SWIMMING POOL 10m by 5m (32 x 16ft) with Roman steps for easy access and spacious surrounding terrace .(May - Oct) Both gîtes share the relaxing pool which is set in approx. 2 acre garden. 8 sun lounger’s and 3 reclining chairs are provided around the pool on the large decking and tiled surround, offering spacious and unobtrusive sunbathing area with extensive views of the hills and vineyards. Private off road parking in gated garden. Both gîtes have their own patios for BBQ and sunbathing. Ideal location for visiting the many attractions or just soaking up the sun. The Mediterranean Sea and beaches are 40min drive.

Chic boutique shopping in Toulouse, Beziers & Montpellier. 90 minutes from Spain

The 2 Independent gîtes have the highest Meubles de Tourism rating for their size - Trois étoiles with private patios, garden furniture,and large stone BBQ.

Canal View is well equipped with all essential items provided. Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Microwave, Induction Hob, Electric oven, large Fridge/Freezer, kettle, coffee maker, Toaster, Cool Box, Flat screen TV, DVD player, Radio/Hi-Fi. Free Wi-Fi, docking station for iPod/iPhone.

Large modern showers in each gîte. Clean, well maintained, freshly laundered bed linen & towels. We can provide Pool / Beach towels if you wish to save on luggage space.

Canal View has a patio for sunbathing and relaxing overlooking the gardens and canal. It has a dining table, two sunbeds and a stone BBQ for exlusive use. You can stroll along the tow-path of the Canal du Midi and watch the boats navigate their way through the lock. The gîtes are in the grounds of very friendly British owners who will respect your privacy.

Upstairs, Canal View offers a double and a twin bedroom. Towels and bedding provided. There is a rain head shower, washbasin + hair-dryer. Downstairs there is everything you need for a relaxing holiday away from home. Open plan area downstairs includes a sitting room area with sofa, armchair,TV/ DVD/VHS & discs, Radio/ CD player. Dining table & chairs with a kitchen offering all facilities. A full-sized oven / grill with induction hob and a large fridge/freezer. All crockery, cutlery and tea towels are provided as well as a microwave/ dishwasher/toaster/Coffee filter/washing machine. All crockery, cutlery + tea towels are provided


Our property is right alongside the Canal du Midi and great for walking or just sitting and watching the boats go by on the Canal du Midi. Supermarkets and shops are a short drive away but the village has a small shop selling different breads, cakes and a selection of groceries.

You are welcome to bring your bikes if you wish as there are some great routes for all abilities or alternatively bike hire can be obtained from the next village.

Its a perfect place to base yourself to explore the area.

We offer a weekly pizza evening at the property, homemade wood fired pizzas made to order with local wine on offer. Details sent with the welcome pack for the property.

Golf breaks: Carcassonne has, a beautiful 18 hole Par 71 - 5,758 metre golf course playable all year round with views of the Pyrenees and which is only a 20 minute drive away.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation

About the neighborhood

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Marseillette, Aude

What's nearby

  • Aude Gate - 18 min drive - 23.5 km
  • Le Musée de la Torture de Carcassone - 18 min drive - 21.4 km
  • Château Comtal - 18 min drive - 21.4 km
  • Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne - 18 min drive - 21.4 km
  • Narbonnaise Gate - 18 min drive - 21.4 km

Getting around

  • Lezignan Aude Station - 22 min drive
  • Carcassonne (CCF-Pays Cathare) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Le Pasteur - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Les vignerons de Bacchus - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Poissonnerie Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Le Top du Roulier - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Canal View, superb gîte, Heated Pool near Carcassonne next to Canal du Midi. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Canal View, superb gîte, Heated Pool near Carcassonne next to Canal du Midi. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Canal View, superb gîte, Heated Pool near Carcassonne next to Canal du Midi. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Canal View, superb gîte, Heated Pool near Carcassonne next to Canal du Midi. ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Canal View, superb gîte, Heated Pool near Carcassonne next to Canal du Midi. located?

This family-friendly Marseillette cottage is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Canal du Midi and Château l'Amiral. Domaine Les Penitents Bleu and Château de Gourgazaud are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

Canal View, superb gîte, Heated Pool near Carcassonne next to Canal du Midi. Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 89 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 89 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 89 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 89 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 89 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Karen T.

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Wonderful location

An excellent week. It was very comfortable and the location is great to explore local Minervois villages, Carcassonne and further afield Narbonne. We enjoyed watching the boats go through the lock. We were there in a heatwave so grateful for the beautiful pool.Thank you Sam and James and all the best in your new venture.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen S.

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We had a wonderful stay at Canal View. The location & view are amazing. It was great to be able to relax outside & watch the boats on the canal.Sam & James were very respectful of guests privacy but were available when needed. We enjoyed their freshly cooked pizza which was offered on a couple of evenings during our stay. Sam & James provided or offered many additional items e.g. cool box & ice blocks for picnics useful for those travelling by plane. It was very hot during our stay & fans are in both bedrooms although we were told they intend to upgrade to air conditioning in the future.One very minor issue is that neither the toilet or bathroom have locks on the doors.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

didier g.

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Happy stay

Beautiful unit on the shores of canal du midi. Good bedding, great kitchen, great location for multiple area visits. Quiet as can be. Wonderful walks on the side ofcthe canal. Just missed having English channels available but for sure Sam and James will correct. We were their first guests
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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Just beautiful!

This is a magnificent place to stay, right next to the canal du midi with beautiful walks out the front door. The hosts are wonderful, really friendly and helpful. The gite was well equipped and served us so well for a month stay. Highly recommended.
Stayed 33 nights in Jan 2025
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Amyn F.

Lovely house. Great location. Convivial hosts. Thank you!

We really enjoyed everything about this place!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Barry C.

Great property, quiet location but still close enough to amenities.

Wonderful place to relax and chill out. Ann-Marie and Adrian were very friendly and couldn't have been more helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Matt B.

Great location with added peace and tranquillity

Spent a relaxing short break in Canal View. Each day started with a short walk along the canal to the local boulangerie, followed by a coffee opposite. Ann-Marie and Adrian made us feel very welcome. The house was just perfect with easy links to Carcassonne and pretty Aude villages. Plenty of room for 4 persons and a complimentary bottle of wine.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

Lovely gite and well equiped

Adrian & Ann Marie have recently renovated the two gites and they are looking amazing. We were in France for Easter so it was too cold to try the pool but the location is good to visit the local surroundings for day trips e.g. the citadel, the old castles. The Gite itself is well stocked and had relaxing and comfortable furniture. Adrian & Ann Marie were excellent hosts and we would highly recommend.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

A wonderful spot in the world

Thank you to Adrain & Ann Marie for our stay at your Gite. We were in France for a wedding and had such a lovely stay, especially with our own pool! The area has some wonderful day trips including the old city of Carcassone, local vineyards and a wonderful freshwater lake as well. The Gite itself had a really well stocked kitchen, lovely furnishings and a great outdoor area for warm evening meals. I would highly recommend it to anyone traveling to the area. Thank you again!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Keith D.

Great location in a perfect gite

Lovely gite in an excellent location, you can relax in the garden with a glass of wine and watch the sun go down or go for a walk down the canal, watching people negotiate the locks. We hired bikes and rode in to Carcassonne, where we had lunch and then cycled back to Trebes. There are Caves to explore, local wines to taste and only an hour away is the beach, we had a fantastic time, with never a boring moment, oh and there's the pool, which we hardly used as we were so busy...guess we'll have to go back someday! Thank you both for creating such a lovely place for people to enjoy their holidays. Wishing you all the very best for the future and hopefully see you again. Keith, Diana & Kayleigh.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lucy M.

Highly recommended in Marseillette

As it says in the opening line of the 'Tips for Writing reviews', choosing the perfect place can be tough. After many hours spent trawling various websites and properties in the Languedoc region of France we opted for Pauline and Ken's gite in Marseillette. This property appealed because of its quiet location, yet was within walking distance of an essential boulangerie. The pool was private and sizeable and there was plenty of outdoor space for our two children (aged 4 and 7) to play. The gite was also within 30 minutes of various local attractions including Carcassonne and the beaches along the coast. On arrival, the gite exceeded our expectations. It was exactly as the photographs depicted, very clean and well maintained. Pauline and Ken were excellent hosts, there on arrival to greet us and a valuable source of local information, but respectful of our privacy. Beach towels were provided free of charge, which lessens the load if flying. Pleasant surprises included the lovely family who were staying in the adjoining gite. The way the gites have been planned allows for maximum privacy, one at the front and the other at the back of the property. The Canal du Midi also proved entertaining viewing and quiet cycle tracks for our family. The village was peaceful and the locals friendly and warm. The weather was glorious and even though temperatures reached 35 some days, there was no need for air-conditioning as the gites had shutters and felt very airy. Our favourite day trips included the Lac du Caveyene, or Carcassonne plage and Carcassonne cite. We would also recommend Minerve and evening meals at the local village of Trebes, which also had useful supermarkets and petrol stations. St Pierre sur Mer was a lovely beach too. So, if you're looking for a relaxing location for a peaceful holiday choose this property but book ahead of time as it fills up fast!

10/10 Excellent

Bart v.

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Leuke gîte, prachtig groot zwembad, altijd proper en goed onderhouden. Zeer vriendelijke gastheer en vrouw. Tof welkom met een fes rosé en voldoende ijsblokjes, zodat je onmiddellijk een gekoeld drankje kan maken. Mooi uitzicht op de canal du midi en het sas recht tegenover de gîte. Een aanrader
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette W.

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Beautiful gite right on Canal du Midi

Lovely gite, well equipped and spacious, inside and out. Great views from the house over Marseillette canal lock and distant Black Mountains. Supermarkets close by in next village. Friendly owners who will respect your privacy but are on hand for any help required. Thank you James and Sam.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

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Canal view

Wir haben unseren Aufenthalt sehr genossen. Die Lage des Hauses direkt an der Schleuse mit zT Blick ins weite Land hat uns sehr gefallen. Wir haben von hier aus verschiedene Radtouren entlang des Canal du Midi geplant Das gîte ist sauber und gut ausgestattet. Samantha und James, gerade erst aus UK emigriert, sind aufmerksame und freundliche Gastgeber, denen ich von Herzen einen guten Start in ihrem neuen Leben in Frankreich wünsche.Barbara
Stayed 11 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

LUCIANA O.

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Excelllent stay at Canal View

We had an excellent stay at Canal View. The house is very nice and clean, counts with all the amenities, fully equipped and decorated with care. Wi Fi worked perfectly. Adrian and Ann-Marie are very friendly hosts. Highly recommeded.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gillian J.

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Comfortable, well presented property with kind hosts

A comfortable, well presented property with lovely views of the Canal du Midi. It is ideally located for visits to Carcassonne, Cabrespine cave, lovely old French villages and wine tasting. Unfortunately, there was a strong wind during our stay so barbeques were not possible, however, the kitchen was well equipped to cook inside. Ann-Marie and Adrian were knowledgeable and kind hosts. We warmly recommend this property.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

M Christine P.

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belles vacances dans un joli gite

nous avons passé deux semaines à Canal View. Le gite est très agréable, bien équipé et joliment décoré. Merci à Ann Marie et à Adrian pour leur accueil et leur gentillesse. La piscine au milieu des oliviers et des lavandes est un pur bonheur.Nous recommandons vivement ce gite
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

margaret s.

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Fabulous Spot in superb location

What a beautiful property and so nicely located right on a lock of the Canal du Midi. The property is clean, very comfortable and the hosts are extremely welcoming, but entirely discreet. Cannot recommend staying here highly enough.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

ANNETTE G.

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Tres cooconing. Site sur le xanal superbe

Beaucoup de promenades bord du canal. Villages alentours et bien sur carcassonne.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra A.

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Lugar precioso

Cerca de Carcassone. Muy tranquilo y acojedor. Repetiremos.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

sietske p.

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Mooie locatei

5 sterren
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra S.

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Comfort by the Canal

Our hosts offered us a comfortable and relaxing spot from which to explore the region. Each day we experienced an adventure and then returned for a swim and an evening meal on the patio. Adrian and Anne Marie were very helpful with suggestions to explore. Thank you 😊
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ulrich S.

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Canal view

Our stay has been a pleasant experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claudia H., Deutschland

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Wunderschön

Wir hatten zwei tolle und erholsame Wochen in diesem wunderschönen Haus bei Carcassone. Der Pool war herrlich bei 40 Grad im Schatten und wir konnten trotz der Hitze beeindruckende Ausflüge machen. Besonders Carcassone war sehr schön. Ann-Marie und Adrian sind sehr nette und hilfsbereite Gastgeber und uns hat es rundum an nichts gefehlt. In ihrem sehr geschmackvoll eingerichtete Häuschen haben wir uns sehr wohl gefühlt und empfehlen "Canal view" gerne weiter.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

David L.

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Vacances en famille

Petit havre de paix pour découvrir la région .
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023