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At the center of the Cathar country,Saint-André is an authentical and family mansion with a swimming-pool

Riverfront vacation home with private pool and kitchen

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Saint-André castle sits along the Aude river in historic Cathar country, offering an authentic escape. Relax by the 12-meter pool, explore the garden, play golf on the grounds, or go kayaking nearby. This family mansion provides free WiFi throughout for a comfortable stay.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

8 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12700 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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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.

At the center of the Cathar country,Saint-André is an authentical and family mansion with a swimming-pool

Every summer we rest in the shade of the plane tree, around the 12 meters long swimming pool part of an 330 hectares hunting estate which overhangs the Aude river.

Series of lounges and dining room, 6 bedrooms which open into a gallery « Directoire » and two bathrooms ( one with bathtub ),offer enought space to welcome 10 or 12 people.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Close to skiing

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
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Pets

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

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Table tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park 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% lighting from LEDs
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Unit size: 7,535 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 30

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
1 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)
Note from host: Sous votre entière responsabilité en cas de dégats

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Vigilance pour l accès des mineurs à la piscine

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
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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 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 elevators
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

About the neighborhood

Map
Cépie, Occitanie

What's nearby

  • Piano Museum - 9 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Abbey of Saint-Hilaire - 13 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Carcassonne Golf - 18 min drive - 18.9 km
  • Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne - 20 min drive - 21.3 km
  • Château Comtal - 22 min drive - 22.3 km

Getting around

  • Pomas Station - 4 min drive
  • Carcassonne (CCF-Pays Cathare) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Le Commerce - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bar l'Entre-Deux - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Le Grand Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪le relais de preixan - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does At the center of the Cathar country,Saint-André is an authentical and family mansion with a swimming-pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is At the center of the Cathar country,Saint-André is an authentical and family mansion with a swimming-pool pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at At the center of the Cathar country,Saint-André is an authentical and family mansion with a swimming-pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at At the center of the Cathar country,Saint-André is an authentical and family mansion with a swimming-pool?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is At the center of the Cathar country,Saint-André is an authentical and family mansion with a swimming-pool located?

Situated on a river, this vacation home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Piano Museum, Automaton Museum - Laboratory of Imagination, and House of Limoux Wines. Abbey of Saint-Hilaire and Domaine Begude are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

At the center of the Cathar country,Saint-André is an authentical and family mansion with a swimming-pool Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

8.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

florence d.

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

Agreable sejour entre amis

Très bon séjour dans une maison spacieuse, agréable et au calme Très bon contact avec les hôtes, qui ont su nous donner tous les renseignements sur la maison, les environs. Il y a une piscine et la rivière est un vrai plus! Attention toutefois aux lits 1 place qui ne conviennent pas tous à des adultes
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

karen l.

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

Extraordinary chateau

Authentically shabby chic chateau, an experience you will never forget. Excellent place for a large group (we were 12 most of the fortnight) and perfect for eating drinking and talking late into the night. The pool is good and needed in the summer (38 degrees while we were there). Despite the large indoor space it was the outdoor living that we particularly enjoyed. Not a place for people who want modern conveniences, but if you want authentic old french this is perfect.
Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Florence G.

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

Un séjour hors du temps

Nous avons passé un séjour très agréable dans ce château au charme désuet. Maniaques du confort matériel et du luxe, s'abstenir, amoureux des veilles pierres et d'un cadre authentique, n'hésitez pas. Deborah et Robert font tout pour vous rendre le séjour dès plus agréables et vous feront partager leur passion pour ce domaine familial. La région offre de multiples possibilités, tant pour les activités culturelles que pour les randonnées et autres escapades.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Alexa J.

Belle maison mais manque de confort

Nous avons apprécié le style de la maison et son côté figée dans le temps , ses beaux espaces mais côté détente et confort ça laissé à desirer: 7 chambres mais couchages vétustes, pas de salon ou pièce de vie avec canapé confortable, seulement 4 transats abîmés pour 6 adultes et 3 enfants... C'est rustique !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Authentic !

What a happy time we had at your beautiful house! There were 14 staying at one stage over the fortnight we were there and the house accommodated us easily! I still dream of the lofty ceilings, the sun peeping through our shutters in the morning, the cicadas droning through the drowsy afternoons, the birdcalls and murmur of voices as we prepared our meals together in the sunlit evenings....what an unforgettable holiday. Thank you Robert and Deborah, we will always appreciate your wonderful hospitality.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

Amazing chateau near Carcassonne

Amazing chateau near Carcassonne. We heard how the house dates from the 11th century, and it really does have so much character. Every room has high ceilings, huge windows and lots of light. The 3 or 4 different living rooms and 7 or 8 bedrooms are filled with beautiful vintage furniture which gives the place a real romantic and French feel. There were 12 of us staying here. The chateau is so big that there was more than enough space for everybody to do their own thing either in the house or outside. The grounds are fantastic and catch the sun all day. Although the pool was cold in September, it would be really refreshing on a hot day. We made ample use of the BBQ, sitting outside for dinner every evening on long wooden tables lit up by outside lighting. The Ping pong table was also popular, playing and drinking local wines long into the night. The house feels remote and private yet only 20 minutes to Carcassonne and only 5 to Limoux, where we sourced all our supplies for the week. Robert and Deborah were so helpful and friendly - proudly telling us all about the Chateau's history and urging us to make the most of our stay. We certainly won't hesitate to stay here again!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Annick H.

Merveilleuse

Wir, drei Familien aus der Schweiz, verbrachten eine Woche auf diesem schönen Landsitz in Puisse. Das Haus ist stilvoll eingerichtet und strahlt eine gute Stimmung aus. Die Bäume im Garten spendeten uns kühlen Schatten. Wir hatten 35 Grad warm. Am Mittag konnten wir uns in den kühleren Salon zurückziehen. Vom Garten aus sieht man zum Swimmingpool. Das Gute ist wiederum, dass der etwas abgesetzt ist - einfach in der grünen Wiese mit leichtem Salzwasser. Traumhauft. Auch der Pingpong Tisch wurde viel benutzt. 10 Minuten Autofahrt zum Bäcker und man hat frisches Baguette auf dem Frühstückstisch. Man kann viele Ausflüge machen (Burg in Carcassonne, Apéro auf dem Hauptplatz in Limoux, Alet les bain, Kloster St. Hilaire)- aber am schönsten und stimmungsvollsten ist es im und rund ums Haus. Hier konnten wir uns richtig gut entspannen. Deborath und Robert sind sehr angenehme und freundliche Vermieter- es hat alles reibungslos geklappt. Wir können das Haus wärmstens weiterempfehlen.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel d.

SEJOUR TRES AGREABLE

Séjour très agréable, maison encore mieux que sur les photos ,style d’autrefois très joli, confortable dans l’ensemble même si un lit avec montants en bois était un peu court pour un de nos amis ! Piscine bien intégrée dans le champ, eau très claire, et banquettes parfaites pour des bains de soleil Enfants ravis : un de nos enfants a fait ses premiers pas dans la grande galerie ! On a visité Limoux et Carcassonne ; on est allé à Gruissan plage et les enfants se sont baignés. On a regretté de ne pas avoir réservé en juillet pour le Festival de la Cité de Carcassonne et le feu d’artifice qui est parait il spectaculaire ! On reviendra avec nos amis.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Pierre V.

Superbe !

Accueil à la fois chaleureux et discret. Très grande maison (à 10 PERSONNES, on était très au large, et on aurait pu être facilement 15 ou 16) qui est restée dans son jus (meubles de famille, décors d'origine un peu décrépis, escalier à vis, belles cheminées, photos…). On avait vraiment l'impression d'être reçus dans la famille du propriétaire. 2 salles de bain avec une grande baignoire à pied. Grace au beau temps, et alors qu'on n'était qu'en juin, on a pu se baigner dans la piscine où les enfants n'ont pas arrêté de plonger. On connaissait déjà un peu la région : on est montés à Montségur; bien sur Carcassonne et on a fait de belles affaires dans une brocante recommandée par le propriétaire. Très belle adresse par rapport à ce qu'on voit d'habitude, mais une semaine dans cette région, c'était un peu court. On prévoit de revenir .