Limoux
Limoux is an attractive market
town in the Aude département with a handsome church and interesting
weekly (Friday) market. It lies on the River Aude some 30 km due south
of Carcassonne. The river flows through the town from north to south and
there are a number of interesting bridges connecting the east and west
halves. 
This is a white wine producing area set amidst beautiful
rolling countryside. The most famous wine from this region is the
sparkling Blanquette du Limoux, which has been in production since
before 1531 and claims to be the first sparkling wine predating Dom
Perignon’s accidental production by about half a century. However the
original production method is not the same as that used for Champagne or
any sparkling wine made ‘mèthode traditionnelle’. The method originally
used to make these wines and one that is still used by many producers
is called ‘mèthode ancestrale’.
We have found some lovely places for you to stay in the Limoux region
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Maison Laurent - A luxury bed & breakfast
Maison Laurent is a typical Maison de Maître, a grand French house with its own private garden, set in a small village in the wonderfully unspoilt countryside of Languedoc-Roussillon. The ancient, historical village of Pieusse is surrounded by vineyards in the world’s largest wine producing area, which boasts over 300 days of sunshine a year. Maison Laurent offers comfortable, air-conditioned rooms with wonderful showers and luxury baths, a secluded garden where you can relax, read or chat, a heated swimming pool, sunny terraces and shady corners, great food and wine and, above all, a relaxed and informal atmosphere that feels like home.
Maison de l'Orchidee
Maison de l'Orchidee is located in the pretty village of Saint Hilaire close to Carcassonne and Limoux. Its an ideal base for walking and cycling holidays and to visit the vineyards of the Aude. The B&B offers a variety of comfortable and versatile holiday accommodation. The house has b&b chambres suites for couples and b&b chambre suites that can take up to six people. With tasteful decor and large beds for relaxing in, Ceiling fans for summer cooling and Centrally heated for comfort in winter. All rooms are en suite with showers and have Satelite TV with DVD and tea and Coffee making facilities in each room. Evening Meals are available.
Les Marguerites - A luxury bed & breakfast
Les Marguerites is situated near to Carcassonne, Limoux and Rennes le Château. This luxury Bed and Breakfast / Chambres d'hote is ideally located in the medieval village of Alet Les Bains to tour the Cathar countryside . Open all year round and serving evening meals your hosts Antoinette and Keith offer you peace and tranquillity in one of their 4 luxury bedrooms all of which have large modern en-suite bathrooms. Les Marguerites is set in landscaped gardens with magnificent fir trees as the
centre-piece and with direct views of the mountains that surround the property. It’s just a 300 metre walk to the centre of the village with its medieval buildings and the river where the white-water and kayaking club, tennis courts, children's play area and picnic spots are situated. There is also a newly refurbished and freshwater swimming pool that is open in the summer months.
Domaine St-George
Domaine St-George is available as B&B or a whole house rental for up to 10 people accommodated in the 5 en-suite bedrooms. The Domaine is a former winemakers house dating back to the end of the 17th century and although the house is in a secluded location, it is only 4 minutes by car from the lively market town of Limoux. It is set amongst the rolling vineyards producing the unique, sparkling Blanquette de Limoux. Domaine de St George has been extensively renovated but has retained many of its' original and charming features and is furnished with traditional French furniture. Every guest suite has been decorated individually and is very comfortably furnished.
Colours of Pays Cathare 
Colours of Pays Cathare A warm welcome awaits you in this traditional village house full of charm and character. Close to Carcassonne with its medieval châteaux, villages and abbeys, beautiful landscapes, vineyards, gorges and mountains. This is a B & B with comfortable 3 en-suite rooms.
Chez Dyna
Chez Dyna was once a maison de maitre dating back to the 18th century, Chez Dyna is a charming house in the quiet village of Alaigne. It has been lovingly restored retaining many of its original features and offers elegant, comfortable and relaxing B&B accommodation as well as two self catering holiday rental cottages from which to explore the delights of Cathar country in Languedoc, and its 1000 year old history. It are just 30 minutes from Carcassonne, 15 minutes from Limoux and 20 minutes from the famous Rennes-Le-Chateau. Chez Dyna B&B offers a choice of three beautiful suites, each light, airy and individual in style and decore and can accomodate single, double, triple and family occupancy
The "cottege" gitesat CHEZ DYNA offers all year round self catering
holiday rental accommodation for 2 / 3 people plus an infant. (Cot available). in a delightful relaxing self contained rental cottage.The cottage is an ideal base not only for exploring the delights of Cathar country but also for experiencing life in a truly French village, with its infants school, bakery, post office, weekly meat and fish van, children's play area, choir, cafe/bar and local vigneron from whom it is possible to buy wine directly all with a f riendly and relaxed laissez faire attitude. Downstairs the tasteful restoration comprises an open plan living / dining area with wood burning fire as well as a fully equipped kitchen. Upstairs, the bedroom has a double bed and a day bed suitable for a child. The ensuite bathroom has a bath and shower. There is a small space outside for sitting, however we welcome guests to use the garden of our home next door where we run a "Chambre d'Hotes" (B&B) - and offer the option for guests to take breakfast or Dinner with us on those days when you feel like being spoilt!
The ancienne forge at chez dyna is a beautifully renovated 100 year old forge situated in the heart of the peaceful village of Alaigne which offers all year round self catering holiday rental accommodation for up to five people plus a baby. Designed with an emphasis on quality, individual style and harmony with the original building the former forge provides modern facilities and comfort and provides a relaxing environment for an enjoyable holiday in this histoic area of France. The ancienne forge is an ideal base not only for exploring the delights of Cathar country but also for experiencing life in a truly French village, with its infants school, bakery, post office, weekly meat and fish van, children's play area, choir, cafe/bar and local vigneron from whom it is possible to buy wine directly all with a f riendly and relaxed laissez faire attitude.
Le Patio Les Senteurs
The owners of Le Patio les Senteurs have enjoyed many trips around the World and these experiences gave them the conviction that the best moments were spent in small locations where welcome and service were really effective. Their three rooms are large with en-suite bathrooms and include the little things that make you feel comfortable and relaxed throughout your stay with us such as books, magazines, tea bags and kettle, bathrobes, soaps, and original Knickknacks. You are staying in an ecological house (solar water heater, boiler with wooden granules, own water with UV sterilization, sorting of the waste, hybrid vehicle) and they try to limit our impact on the environment. The price includes a copious handmade breakfast. In addition to the guest house they also offer the Porcelain Painting workshops.
Period Gite in Espéraza
Period cottage (gîte) in Espéraza situated on a quiet side road in the centre of the small historic market town of Espéraza, near to Limoux deep in the South of France. The gîte lies just off the main square, overlooking trees and gardens, near to the River Aude. Car parking (including disabled car parking) is available, off the main tree-lined square.
Cathar Country Cottage 
Cathar Country Cottage close
to Limoux. The house is situated on a path in a quiet part of a
village typical of rural Southern France. It has recently been
thoroughly renovated to a very high standard whilst retaining the
character and softeness of the buildings rustic origins. While retaining
many period features the accommodation is luxurious and offers modern
conveniences. Recent refurbishment has used top quality natural
materials making use of the local chestnut wood, recycled oak and also
cedar - a customary local wood dating from the Crusades, when it was
found that cedar not only 
provided a wonderful fresh subtle
aroma, but also deterred insects. While retaining many of its original
features such as exposed beams, window fastenings, large quarry floor
tiles and canal-tile roof. The walls are rendered with natrural lime
plaster. Even the insulation is natural hemp.
La Cortanela
La Cortanela is a luxury Bed and Breakfast in the heart of the Aude region of S.W. France close to Limoux. You will be staying in the guest room of our beautiful new home situated 2kms from Limoux (Aude) set up high, with a commanding view of the Pyrenees. Start your day with breakfast in the courtyard (homemade bread and jams) before you go off to explore the lovely countryside, the old City of Carcassonne and the Cathar Castles. The Mediterranean is only an hour away offering many uncrowded beaches, watersports and seafood restaurants. For an additional charge, we also offer private French lessons for an hour each morning. Feel relaxed while speaking French and learn useful phrases rather than just words from a book.
Tournou le Haut
Tournou le Haut is
a private chateau that lies in the Languedoc wine region of Southern
France, south of the historic
medieval town of
Carcassonne, on a hilltop in the foothills of the Pyrenees. It has been
lovingly restored and expanded into a modern year-round residence of
7,000 sq.ft, a massive wine cellar with climate control, an infinity
pool overlooking the valley, a walled vegetable garden, a 0.8 km private
drive guarded by a massive iron gate. And the international airport at
Toulouse is only 1hr 15min away. Throughout the interior, modern
furnishings abound, from the finest fabrics to handmade solid oak beds,
wardrobes, tables and furniture. The "Great Room" has a huge fireplace,
leather sofas and comfortable seating areas, all surrounded by the warm
natural stone of the original structure. The house consists of six
bedrooms, 
two ensuite bathrooms, a
large bathroom with tub and shower, two toilets, a spacious fully
equipped kitchen, dining room with a custom made table that seats 12
comfortably, a family room with fireplace and entertainment system with
satellite dishes, garage with electric door opener, internet and library
with wet bar on the top floor, alarm system, secure wine cellar with
climate control, workshop and wood storage.
French-House
French-House is a very popular large house with a 26’ garden and barn in the village of Saint Hilaire available by the week, all year round. Sleeps six. Ideal location, fifteen minutes from the medieval city of Carcassonne, thirty-five minutes to the beaches of the Mediterranean and the Pyrenees. The house is one of the oldest in the village according to the neighbours. It is really a house and two barns, but one of the barns has become part of the house. Every room has oak beams and original features.
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