A luxury house to rent in Languedoc-Roussillon, France

This pretty house is surrounded by vineyards and set on the edge of a small village with cobbled streets and traditional shops on the Chemin de Compostella.

The Canal du Midi is only 3km away and the region is full of things to see and do, from ancient ruins and wine tastings, to the Mediterranean beach of Valras Plage and Meze Bouziques, all only a short drive away.

The house is well organised, very comfortable and stylishly decorated. There are several different living areas and a formal dining room with air conditioning, along with a very well equipped kitchen. All the bedrooms are beautifully done and have air conditioning. The pretty guest cottage has its own little kitchen and seating area.

The house is surrounded by lovely gardens and has a range of outdoor seating and dining areas. The good-size pool can be heated (with a supplement) and has a hard cover and is gated.

This is an excellent house for those who love the charm of rural France, the proximity of a traditional French village and the comfort of a well-put-together property. It’s perfect for a family reunion or for two families to share.

A luxury house to rent near Carcassonne, Languedoc-Roussillon, France

We love this beautiful and elegant country home that’s been lovingly restored in typical Provencal style.

It’s set in 630 acres of land (part of a designated conservation zone) in hills close to the medieval city of Carcassonne, within easy reach of the Mediterranean and the beaches of the Languedoc. 

The house is very spacious and all the reception rooms, bedrooms and bathrooms are more than generous in size, with lots of windows overlooking the magnificent views.

It’s all furnished to a high standard with very good beds, lovely linens and a clever mix of antiques and family heirlooms that blend together to create an elegant and uncluttered ambiance. 

Adjoining the main house is a charming cottage, perfect for a romantic escape. The cottage can be rented as part of the main house for larger groups, or on its own during the off season. 

A wonderful family kitchen dominates one side of the elegant hall and has a big dining table that can be extended. There is also a formal dining room as well as outside dinning for 22. 

The pool is set slightly away from the house and has a good pool house with plenty of seating and sunbathing space, music and a karaoke machine. 

The area provides a raft of activities for those looking for an active holiday. It’s especially good for horse riding as horses can be brought right up to the house.

Guests can use the courts at the local tennis club and the owners have all sorts of suggestions for lovely days out, from trips to nearby Mediterranean beaches, to cultural activities in UNESCO-listed Carcassonne, which has a packed summer programme of festivals, concerts and fairs.