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WHERE TO STAY

There are many hotels near airports as well as one in almost every town. We have listed below the telephone numbers of one or two hotels, chambres d'hote and gites for rental in the Carcassonne, Limoux, Quillan, Mirepoix, Puivert region. If anyone wishes to add their property to this list please do email us on the link above.

There is no charge for adding anything to our site.

FOR JOURNEY DOWN FROM NORTHERN FRANCE

Argenton Sur Creuse
www.appletonsfarmhousebandb.com
Only minutes from the A20
Paris / Toulouse Auto Route, Exit 17
Appleton's is situated on 2 acres of beautifully landscaped countryside with a variety of trees, shrubs and lovely flowering borders. Dining is a relaxing experience served alfresco under the garden pergola, weather permitting.All meals are freshly prepared and we can accommodate any special dietary needs and vegetarian meals.

Languedoc - coastal
Garrigae Resorts

Luxury hotels and accommodation in Languedoc, South of France








ALET LES BAINS

chloe@euro-controls.com
A 16th century cottage in picturesque & historic Alet-les-Bains, with a village swimming pool filled with mineral water! The cottage has its own garden and is situated in the centre of this small village.
Alet-les-Bains, (population 480) in the wine producing Languedoc-Rousillion region of southern France is a picturesque, medieval village in the department of Aude. It lies on the river Aude approximately 33 kilometres south of the historic city of Carcassonne with its 18 hole golf course. It is an ideal base for visiting the Cathar castles and the many historic towns. It is a 7km drive to Rennes-le-Chateau site of the mysterious Holy Blood & Holy Grail and Da Vinci Code mysteries

ANTUGNAC


B/B in Antugnac,a small village close to Rennes le Chateau and an ideal base for walking and visiting the Cathar castles.

Jill and Richard Sutcliffe
www.audemaison.com
Email:gillabdy@hotmail.com
Tel:0033 468 312298

BELPECH

Domaine Jean Coste

An ideal base in the Aude for househunting and factfinding. Relax at this spacious, modernised,comfortable farmhouse nestling in beautiful countryside with stunning views of the Pyrenees.
Home cooking, fine wines and a warm welcome await you.
Traditional and international cuisine prepared from local produce.
Secluded swimming pool and extensive grounds.

Phone Catriona now on 0033 468 94 3029 or visit www.jean-coste.com



BELVIANES

Chris Kenway B&B, 9 Quartier de la Condamine. www.chambresdhotes.com.
Tel:0033 (0)4 68 20 82 79
Rooms from 40 euros per night

CARCASSONNE

Gites at Palaja just a few minutes from Carcassonne: Jean Morrison 04 68 76 04 69 EMail: jean.morrison@wanadoo.fr

Bed and Breakfast

- Domaine de Maran : a beautiful and quiet chambres d'hôtes B&B near Carcassonne / Maison d'Hôtes de Charme et Gîte.

Henry et Alix de Sonis
Domaine de Maran
Route de Saint Hilaire
11570 CAVANAC - CARCASSONNE

Tél. : 00 33 (0)468 79 65 31
Mobile phone : 00 33 (0)661 11 12 03
e-mail : alix-de-sonis@wanadoo.fr
Website : http://www.domaine-de-maran.com


DOMAINE de CALVAYRAC
Bed & Breakfast in Cathar country
Gerard et Jacqueline Bavoux
11290 - Arzens - FRANCE
Email : dom@calvayrac.org
Web : www.calvayrac.org


DOMAINE DE LA COUME
11270 Plavilla
Aude
B&B, Half Board and Self Catering Accommodation in Plavilla 5 mins
from Mirepoix. We are Disabled (Handicappee) friendly having two double
bedrooms each with private shower and toilet facilities. We have nine
bedrooms in all and can accommodate up to 20 people. Our web site is
www.gitesRus.com
Tel: 0033(0)4 68 94 23 44

EMail:bookingenquiry@gmail.com


La Tuilerie du Balzac
5 mins from the medieval Cité of Carcassonne, 4 air conditioned rooms, 2 with king size double beds and ensuite bathrooms. Swimming pool, satellite TV, terrace, private parking, evening meal on reservation.
www.latuileriedublazac.com, Vincent Rico, email: ricovincent@wanadoo.fr

Chambres d'hotes between Narbonne and Carcassonne
La Corbière - 15 route ds Ferrals - 11200 Boutenac - Tél : 06.19.98.27.78 http://lacorbiere.boutenac.free.fr

SAISSAC - north of Carcassonne

The Campras gites in the heart of Cathar country the Aude region of France, is the ancient priory of SANCTA MARIA of CAMPO RASO and has an exceptional view of the chains of the Pyrenees. It is situated in a calm and quiet area at 10 miles from the Medieval City of Carcassonne, 1 mile from the village of Saissac, at an altitude of 1350 ft surrounded by meadows and forests. You will be able to enjoy many walks close by, several mountain bike tracks & a hiking circuit GR7

Gérard Calas
Ste Marie de Campras
11310 Saissac
Tel. : 00.33.6.13.44.75.06
00.33.6.63.98.32.41
www.gitesdecampras.com Email: infos@gitesdecampras.com




Air Motel Salvaza 04 68 10 35 50 (next to airport)
Grand Hotel Terminus 04 68 25 25 00 (next to station)

CHALABRE

Domaine de Falgas (chambres d'hote) 04 68 69 20 88
Hotel de France 04 68 69 68 60

PEYREPERTUSE

ed and Breakfast La Giraudasse
11330 Soulatgé

Tél : 33 - (0) 4 68 45 00 16
Fax : 33 - (0) 4 68 45 05 40
http://www.giraudasse.com
e-mail : info@giraudasse.com


Set in the heart of the cathar country, our 17th century bed and breakfast, is an ideal base for exploring the Corbieres and its cathar castles, to visit the vineyards or to go hiking around. Near the lofty castles of Peyrepertuse and Queribus and the spectacular Gorges of Galamus, our five bedrooms are comfortable, cosy and well equiped with quality bedding. Our south-facing terrace and garden provide the perfect place to relax and enjoy the surroundings. You will meet with dramatic, wild nature and cathar history.




RIVEL*

*Charming B & B accommodation for 2-3 people in delightfully peaceful village house, surrounded by tranquil countryside and forests. Close to the towns of Chalabre, Mirepoix, Lavelanet and Quillan. Carcassonne just under an hour away, and Perpignan and Toulouse just over an hour.*

*Large comfortable ground floor room with ensuite bathroom. Two large windows overlooking romantic garden, with secluded small terrace for guests’ own use. Enchanting décor with impeccable French touch, setting off antique furniture. French breakfast with bread and home-made preserves, served in your room or (according to your preference) on the terrace in Summer.*

*60 euros for two people, per night to include French breakfast. Extra adult using sofa bed 10 euros per night, to include breakfast. Use of sofa and breakfast for a child is at not additional cost.*

Régine Brzesc-Colonges*
Telephone : 0033 (0)4 68 69 29 25*
Email : regine.bc@free.fr*
Address: Place du Cazal 11230 Rivel*Aude – France*


Le Tresor, Sonnac sur l'Hers
Set in an idyllic village, surrounded by hills rolling to the Pyrenees, Le
Tresor offers a special place to stay. 4 beautiful bedrooms, including one suite with a free-standing bath. Enjoy a delicious, mainly organic
breakfast in the sunny square or terraced garden. Our rates are from 65
euros per night, bed and breakfast.
0033(0)4 68 69 37 94. www.le-tresor.com. Email: contact@le-tresor.com
Tilly Howard

GITES

St Colombe. House available for rental for up to 21 people and has a large solar heated pool
and lots of space. www.lesjongleurs.com. fiona@lesjongleurs.com.Tel 0033(0)6 23 39 22 95.





COUIZA

Chateau des Ducs de Joyeuses 04 68 74 23 50

ESPERAZA

La Maison du Chapelier
www.esperazabedandbreakfast.com
esperazareservations@hotmail.com
Andrew Richardson, chambres d'hote in Esperaza

FANJEAUX
La Chevaline, 11270 Fanjeaux
Kevin and Sally Hughes Tel: 04 68 24 75 33 Email: info@lachevaline.com web: www.lachevaline.com
Gites and camping

FOIX/LAVELANET/ ROQUEFIXADE

www.ariegebedandbreakfast.com
Tom and Trish Littman welcome you Las Coumeilles - wonderful views of the Pyrenees, both bed and breakfast accommodation and gite(4/8 people) offered - do visit their site site above or tel: 0033(0)5 61 026 194 or email:tomlittmann@hotmail.com

FOUGAX and BARRINEUF

Linda and Rog's bed and breakfast for walkers, skiers and general visitors to the beautiful Ariege Pyrenees region of France.

Our house, built in 1780, is situated in the picturesque village of Fougax et Barrineuf in the French Pyrenees. The village is the perfect base for exploring the Cathar castles of Montségur, Puivert, Roquefixade and Peyrepertuse.It is a walkers paradise, with trails to suit every ability - from low-level nature walks, to high mountain ridges and peaks.
Phone us: +33 561 01 34 87
Or you can e-mail us: info@tindleys.com
Tindleys Bed and Breakfast
www.tindleys.com


Andy, Caroline, Cian, Jude and Sonny would like to invite you to come and experience Ariege life from the comfort of their newly renovated Chambre D'Hotes/Bed and Breakfast. ( Don't worry about Sonny!! He's the softest dog you will ever meet).

We are situated in the village of Fougax-et-Barrineuf in the French Pyrenees.

Whether you want an action holiday or would prefer to meander amongst the beautiful Pyrenean valleys and towns, this is the place for you.We offer a warm, friendly atmosphere with five bedrooms (four of which are en-suite).

Andy can also arrange cycling for all and is also a qualified Reiki practitioner.

Andy & Caroline Walsh
2 Rue de Camaut
09300 Fougax et Barrineuf
05.61.03.84.43.
Email:andy.walsh@free.fr
www.latourcathare.co.nr


LAPRADELLE - PUILAURENS

Welcome to our site, the B&B/chambresd’hôtes “MAISON 1800”, so called after the date on the plaque in the front wall.

You can find us in Lapradelle, a small village at 400 metres altitude, on the D117 from Perpignan to Foix. We live at a one-hour-drive from Perpignan at one side and at a one-hour-drive from Carcassonne at the other. In our village you will find the baker’s next to us – here you can also buy the regional newspaper – somewhat further down the road is a small grocery, you can dine out at the local restaurant “Le Viaduc” at a few minutes’ walk and opposite is a bar.

www.maison1800.com
Tel: 0033468207966
email:anna.arkema@free.fr





LIMOUX

2 gites(one for 6 people and the other for 8 people) in beautiful domaine near Limoux
Domaine des Vallons 11300 LIMOUX www.bichonniere.com
Tél : +33 (0)4 68 31 20 42 Fax : +33(0)4 68 31 63 35
Mob :+33 (0)6 87 26 85 39 info@bichonniere.com

Hotel Moderne et Pigeon 04 68 31 00 25

Ecluse au Soleil (Sougraigne) 04 68 69 88 44

John & Maureen Taylor: Domaine St Georges
Our luxury chambres d'hote is in a former winemakers house with wonderful
views of the nearby vines and distant Pyrenees.
We are a very comfortable and convenient base for visiting all the Cathar
castles and other sites of interest.
Full details are on www.domainestgeorge.com or telephone John & Maureen
Taylor on 0033 (0)4 68 20 11 05.

LIMOUX

A beautiful in-town Moresque style villa.

One of the only in-town properties in the region offering the advantages of a large private park combined with a central location within close walking distance to stores and the town's historical centre for convenient shopping and dining. A perfect base to explore the region. For details and photos, please consult the website.

Website:http://www.villa-rental-france.info

Messages/Fax: +33 (0)4 68 31 49 72
Email: reservation@villa-rental-france.info

Contact: Thomas Judge






MIREPOIX

Auberge du Balestié - David and Sylvia Allett email: auberge-balestie@wanadoo.fr or look up details on www.ariege.com/balestie

Hotel de Commerce 05 61 68 10 29

Hotel Relais Royal – Mirepoix
www.relaisroyal.com
info@relaisroyal.com
4 star hotel in Mirepoix offering high standard of accommodation and service Tel: (0033)0561601919

Domaine de La Coume: B&B, Half Board and Self Catering Accommodation in Plavilla 5 mins
from Mirepoix. We are Disabled (Handicappee) friendly having two double
bedrooms each with private shower and toilet facilities. We have nine
bedrooms in all and can accommodate up to 20 people. Our web site is
www.gitesRus.com Tel:+44(0)1481722015
Email:bookingenquiry@gmail.com

Le Patio, a beautiful 14th century town house in the medieval bastide town of Mirepoix, offers you luxury chambres d'hotes/b & b. The house is in a unique position under the famous "couverts" and looks out over the pretty market square, the abbey & garden.
With it's backdrop of the majestic & often snow-capped Pyrenées, Mirepoix makes an ideal base for exploring one of the most stunning & unspoilt regions of France.

There are 3 spacious en-suite bedrooms & a large luxury suite which is ideal for families or couples wanting something special. Each room is decorate in it's own individual & charming style. Tea & coffee facilities in all rooms.

Double rooms - 75 euros per night
Luxury suite - 95 euros per night
Extra bed in room - 5 euros per night

Carcassonne 40 mins, Toulouse 50 mins. Nearest ski-slope 30 mins, mediterranean beaches 1 1/4 hours.
Contact: Alison Aris
Tel: 00 33 (0) 468 60 38 75 or 00 33 (0) 631 10 60 38
City: Mirepoix

SHORT BREAKS OFF-SEASON FOR HOUSE-HUNTERS
Contact Andy & Ros Morley (04 68 20 65 01) morley@wanadoo.fr www.laborde-treziers.net
La Borde d'Hercule, Treziers (near Mirepoix). Two bedroom, fully equipped cottage adjacent to owners available at reasonable off-season rates.
Please contact us with your requirements.


BELESTA


JOLI JARDIN Bed and Breakfast
Belesta, is an ideal place to stay whilst looking for your new home in France. We have made it a very comfortable 'home from home' with a lovely garden to relax in. Just take a look at www.joli-jardin.com and email janetcarey@joli-jardin.com or give us a ring on 0033(0)5 61 01 28 55 and we will do all we can to help you.

La Maison de Roquefort - Chambre d'Hote et Table d'Hote
This former ancient mill house is situated in the commune of Carla de Roquefort, Pay d'Olmes, at the junction of two of the most beautiful wooded valleys in the Ariege – Plantaurel and Douctouye. Ideally placed for sightseeing and activities, it is central to four main towns of the Ariege – Foix, Pamiers, Lavelanet and Mirepoix. Within 20 minutes drive you will find many highly recommended beauty spots, including the waterfalls at Roquefort les Cascades, Lac Montbel, the ancient town of Mirepoix and two magnificent Cathar monuments – Montsegur and Roquefixade
Accommodation & Rates:
There are 4 tastefully decorated and comfortable rooms - available throughout the year. Prices range from 35 euros (single) to 60 euros (3 persons). Table d'Hote also available at 18 euros per person
www.maisonderoquefort.com
Email: enquiries@maisonderoquefort.com
Tel: 0033 (0)561 012129



RIVEL*

*Charming B & B accommodation for 2-3 people in delightfully peaceful village house, surrounded by tranquil countryside and forests. Close to the towns of Chalabre, Mirepoix, Lavelanet and Quillan. Carcassonne just under an hour away, and Perpignan and Toulouse just over an hour.*

*Large comfortable ground floor room with ensuite bathroom. Two large windows overlooking romantic garden, with secluded small terrace for guests’ own use. Enchanting décor with impeccable French touch, setting off antique furniture. French breakfast with bread and home-made preserves, served in your room or (according to your preference) on the terrace in Summer.*

*60 euros for two people, per night to include French breakfast. Extra adult using sofa bed 10 euros per night, to include breakfast. Use of sofa and breakfast for a child is at not additional cost.*

Régine Brzesc-Colonges*
Telephone : 0033 (0)4 68 69 29 25*
Email : regine.bc@free.fr*
Address: Place du Cazal*11230 Rivel*Aude – France*


Anni and Gary have a gite on their smallholding about 10Km from Chalabre in a beautiful tranquil valley. The house can be let as a two or three bedroom gite. It is on three floors and consists of a large attic family room with 2 single beds and a double sofa bed with en suite cloakroom, a pretty single bedroom, an open plan downstairs living room/dining room and American style kitchen. There is a separate, large shower room and loo. The additional third bedroom with double bed has a luxury en suite bathroom. Good quality mattresses, pillows and bedlinen.
Prices range from £350 per week to £700 per week depending on the season and length of stay. Depending on availability we can do short notice lets for a minimum of 3 days.

Bed and breakfast also available from €35 per night.

Contact us on: 04 68 20 71 53, and see our website at www.gaillardetgarden.com





NARBONNE

Chambres d'hotes between Narbonne and Carcassonne
La Corbière - 15 route ds Ferrals - 11200 Boutenac - Tél : 06.19.98.27.78 www.lacorbiere.boutenac.free.fr



PAMIERS B&B, Ariege

1 hour from either Toulouse or Carcassonne. St Victor du Fau, a rural farmhouse in 20 hectares of wonderful countryside on a "reserve nationale", offering lovely B&B accommodation. Double bedroom with antique French double bed and ensuite bathroom with shower, WC & washbasin . Ground floor with private entrance. Views towards the hills and front garden. 8 kms from Pamiers town centre and not far from St Victor Rouzaud, Escosse and Madiere. Tea and coffee making facilities, bottled water. Continenal, Full English or Healthy breakfasts available.
See our website for further information at www.stvictordufau.com or call Sara Spencer on +33(0) 561 60 77 21 or +33 (0)6 17 05 25 17
- France


Gite:
Caudeval, nr Mirepoix: sleeping 6, old farmhouse with timbered ceilings, fully equipped, swimming pool etc. in 18 hectares woods and pastures to let. http://www.dbrown.demon.co.uk David Brown

SONNAC SUR L'HERS (south of Mirepoix)
Chambres d'Hotes Le Trésor, 20 Place de l'église, Sonnac sur l'Hers. Tel: 0033 4 68 69 37 94. www.le-tresor.com. Email: contact@le-tresor.com

Large comfortable airy attic bedsit room available in renovated farmhouse. Furnished with two single beds, sofa, table and chairs ensuite loo and washbasin. Television with DVD, music centre, radio with BBC world service and tea/coffee making facilities in room. Large library with books, CDs and DVDs available. Large Shower room downstairs.

The house is situated 4km from the village of Rivel and surrounded by fields and forests. Very tranquil. Close to the towns of Chalabre, Lavelanet and Mirepoix.

€35 per night for two to include French breakfast. €4 extra for full English breakfast. The sofa in the room will convert to comfortable double bed - extra persons cost €5 per person per night.
Anni Farror
Telephone: 00 33 (0)4 68 20 71 53
0844 6175828 – 2p per minute from UK on BT line
Email: annifarror@wanadoo.fr

Address:
Gaillardet
11230 RIVEL
Aude
France






MONTREAL

La Force: contact Keith Parry or see www.france4u.org.uk




PAMIERS

Pamiers B&B, Ariege
1 hour from either Toulouse or Carcassonne. St Victor du Fau, a rural farmhouse in 20 hectares of wonderful countryside on a "reserve nationale", offering lovely B&B accommodation. Double bedroom with antique French double bed and ensuite bathroom with shower, WC & washbasin . Ground floor with private entrance. Views towards the hills and front garden. 8 kms from Pamiers town centre and not far from St Victor Rouzaud, Escosse and Madiere. Tea and coffee making facilities, bottled water. Continenal, Full English or Healthy breakfasts available.
See our website for further information at www.stvictordufau.com or call Sara Spencer on +33(0) 561 60 77 21 or +33 (0)6 17 05 25 17
- France


PERPIGNAN
Arnold Stewart
www.mascamps.com
web@mascamps.com
Between Maury and Estagel(good for Perpignan airport)
Tel: 0033 4 68 29 10 77


PUIVERT

A delightful historic village set in the tranquil and picturesque foothills of the Pyrenees. In the heart of Cathar country, Puivert has its own castle, lake with lakeside restaurant, village market, patisserie and mini-supermarket.
This beautiful rural location is also close to the sea and
mountains and offers countless scenic day trips to many and
varied destinations in all seasons.

Gite sleeping 8 near Puivert in lovely surroundings contact Val Cook email: cook.valerie@wanadoo.fr
Website: www.vivelafrance.eu.com, tel:0033(0)4 68 69 37 78

Chambres d'hôte or B&B- Anni Farror, Rivel, 5 mins from the Lac de Montbel Tel: 04 68 20 71 53

“La Dame Blanche” is a pretty 16 th century village house, renovated and stylishly furnished to create a comfortable and luxurious holiday experience for up to eight guests. Contact: Bridget at bridgetking59@yahoo.com.au or 0412 999 941
Meredith at meredith@dk2.com.au or 0418 367 425
“THE RATES
All prices are for PER WEEK from SATURDAY to SATURDAY.
SEASON AUD EUROS* GBP*
High
June July Aug Sept 965 615 410
Mid
April May Oct Nov
Xmas New Year Easter 830 470 325
Low
Dec Jan Feb March 640 360 250
*Exchange rates may fluctuate but are correct at the time of press.
Linen and bath towels included.
ADDITIONAL COSTS
A charge of €75.00 for cleaning
A charge of €15.00 for laundry per bed



Relais des Marionnettes
Gite d'étape and group bookings in the village of Puivert - 25 beds or 10 rooms. In the village, Françoise and Michel Dubrunfaut,19 Route 117, 11230 Puivert. Tel: 0033 (0)4 68 20 80 69 or email: michdub@tiscali.fr

Plateau de Sault: Belvis. Julian and Sarah Lowe at Le Petit Jardin (B & B) 0033 4 68 20 57 86 or email: parsleylowe@hotmail.com


QUILLAN

Hotel Canal 04 68 20 08 62
Hotel Pierre Lys 04 68 20 08 65
Hotel Cartier 04 68 20 05 14
Villa Lileon (Chambres d'hote) 04 68 20 00 08
B&B or chambres d'hôte. Maguy Catroux-Chinot Email: maguy@casalys.com
www.casalys.com

Villa in the hamlet of Laval close to Quillan. Kitchen, large living/dining room, 4 bedrooms (sleeps 8), bathroom. Large garden. Please ring David Medley Smith:0033 (0)4 68 20 13 88

Belvianes et Cavrac: Chris Kenway B&B, 9 Quartier de la Condamine: email: info@chambresdhote.com Tel: 0033 (0)4 68 20 82 79

Gites de Granes David Goodey Email: tours@roughtracks.com Website: www.gitesdegranes.com





ST GIRONS : Ariege Villa detached on one level sleeps up to 6 people set in private garden with pool and views of mountains. Fully equipped

The villa is set in the beautiful Ariege in a small village backing onto the river Salat only a short distance from St Lizier and the bigger town of St Girons. The area offers a variety of activities including walking, fishing, climbing, gliding, canoeing and horse riding. The ski station of Guzet Neige is within an hour's drive. Within minutes of the villa is one of the jewels of the Romanesque Art in the South of France, the Gallo-Roman city of St Lizier. Other places of interest include Toulouse, Foix, Lourdes, Carcassonne, Perpignian and Andore.

Rental is Saturday to Saturday in the high season (July and August). Flights available to Toulouse and Carcassonne from UK.

Please contact Kathie Griffiths on 0044 1244 881658 or email on kgriff1151@aol.com for further details



HERAULT

GABIAN

The Village House bed & breakfast accommodation is nestled in the historic heart of Gabian. This picturesque and rustic village surrounded by vineyards and the open countryside of the garrigue sits at the foothills of the high Languedoc Natural park between mountains and Mediterranean. 3 rue du Théron, 34320 Gabian, Hérault, Languedoc Roussillon, France. téléphone: 00 33 (0)4 67 24 77 27 John Cook www.thevillagehouse.info















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