La Riviere
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The house
Entry is through the large veranda, where there is room to dine or sit and relax. It comprises:
Sitting/dining area – is light and airy, with a wood burning stove for the winter months.
Bedroom 1 – a double bedroom leading from the sitting/dining area and up two steps. This bedroom has a large window with wonderful views of the garden and mountains beyond.
Kitchen – leads off from the living area and includes a four ring gas hob, dishwasher, combination microwave and fridge freezer.
Shower room – with shower, hand basin, WC and heater/heated towel rail.
Bedroom 2 – with two single beds.
Bedroom 3 – with large bunk beds
Registration code
(RP)
Facilities
- No smoking
- Local contact
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Tumble dryer
- Iron
- Pets welcome
- TV
- Internet
- Fireplace
- Hair dryer
- With swimming pool
Surroundings
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La Riviere is one of a complex of 4 self-catering Gites, built around an ancient Marble Mill it is the perfect location for those who want to simply unwind & relax or for those looking for a great base to explore the region with its pretty villages & markets, lakes and rivers, the picturesque Canal du Midi, historic Cathar castles, fantastic local wine Domains or beautiful Mediterranean beaches all no more than an hour away.
Twenty minutes from Carcassonne and a ten-minute walk into the historic medieval village of Caunes-Minervois with its Vineyards, Restaurants, Bars and Shops (Supermarket, Butcher, Bakery Pharmacy) & 9th century Abbey as well as a host of local artists, galleries and artisans Au Pont Romain is the perfect place to enjoy all that Aude and the south of France has to offer.
- Rural
- Mountainous
- In or near a village
- Near public transport
Restaurants, food & wine
A 10-minute walk to the beautiful medieval village of Caunes-Minervois will take you to a wealth of local restaurants which suit every taste and budget. The local restaurants offer everything from classic French cuisine, Tapas, regional delicacies, and delicious homemade pizzas, all made with fresh seasonal ingredients. Wine domains abound in the area so you can sample many local wines both from Caunes and the wider area.
Activities
Set in the foothills of the Montagne Noire, we are excellently placed for hiking, walking and cycling. Alternatively there are waterparks and lakes nearby as well as the famous Canal du Midi, within an ours drive you will also find many historic sites to visit.
- Bicycle
- Near hiking trails
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Additional price info and offers
Each gîte is supplied with a welcome pack on arrival which includes: Wine, Jam, Bread, butter, Cheese, Milk, Water, Eggs & fruit juice.
As standard we also supply: Hand soap
Bath, hand & Pool towels
toilet paper x4
Washing up liquid, sponge, dishwasher tablets & dishcloth
Tea towels
Tea, coffee, sugar & herbal teas.
We also hold BBQ & Pizza evenings in the Summer months (June-August) for guests to partake in if they wish (subject to an additional fee). It is usually a very convivial evening where we get to chat to and learn more about our guests and encourages all of our guests to interact.
Price includes
Cleaning fee, Towels, Bed linen