August 3, 2007
La Maison Blanche
Reference 6700066 Property Sleeps 8
Our village house at Villedubert is 8 kms from Carcassonne, close to the Canal du Midi. It is a haven of peace and offers :
4 good sized bedrooms - 3 doubles, 1 twin - one has a metal action sofabed.
Baby package available (travel cot with linen, pushchair, high chair, dining chair attachment, loo trainer seat, toddler tables+ chairs & crockery).
A spacious lounge with log-burning fire, and patio doors leading onto the terrace.
A spacious well-equipped kitchen with large dining table, large fridge/freezer and dishwasher.
Wi-fi internet.
Utility room with washing machine, tumble dryer and storage space
A first floor bathroom and downstairs shower room & wc.
A private walled rear garden with splash pool & vine-clad pergola.
Gas central heating & double glazing.
A terrace with Rose of Judea tree (deep pink blossoms in April/May – perfect for shade)
Built-in BBQ and garden furniture.
Friendly neighbours (French, English, German).
A garage and bike hire.
Bed linen provided (pillow, sheet & duvet with cover)
Please respect this as a non-smoking house.
There’s a bread van every morning for fresh baguettes and croissants (listen for the klaxon at 8.30am).
There is a sunny terrace at the front of the house, with shade from a mature tree. The BBQ & wooden dining furniture will tempt you to eat al fresco, or why not make the most of relaxing with a book and a glass of wine.The private walled rear garden has a 3m plunge pool, perfect for soaking up the sun, and outdoor table tennis for the more energetic! For the smaller guests there is a toddlers paddling pool. In the evening admire the splendid views of La Cité Carcassonne while you enjoy a BBQ or a glass of the local Minervois wine……… delicious!
Villedubert is a small tranquil village in the heart of vineyards on the Aude plain & close to the World Heritage Canal du Midi, making cycling and walking a comfortable and pleasurable experience. Beyond, are the Montagnes Noires to the north & the Corbières Hills to the south, with the Pyrenees beyond. Carcassonne & its impressive World Heritage medieval Cité is visible from the house and is only 8kms away. Transport links excellent - flights to Toulouse & Carcassonne. Rail and motorway links provide access from ports, to the coast, the Pyrenees & Spain. Daily bread delivery to the village. The small town of Trèbes (3kms through the vineyards) has restaurants on the Canal, banks, post office and shops. Villedubert is an ideal base for exploring Cathar castles in the region. Alternatively, chill in the plunge pool & enjoy a glass of wine from the Minervois or Corbières region.
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