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Property 2615
2 Bedrooms
4 Bathrooms
Cottage
floor area 100 sq m
Sleeps 4 + 2
In heart of historic market town near Rennes-le-Château
Located in a wine growing region in the foothills of the Pyrenees Esperaza is a small historic market on the River Aude.
Architecture in local stone dates from Middle Ages. D118,
passes out of sight and hearing, but gives rapid access to Cathar Castles, Rennes-le-Château, Carcassonne, Perpignan, Corbieres, ski, Spain, Andorra and Mediterranean. Easy parking. Great testimonials
Accommodation: Self Catering |
Charge Currency: Euro| No Rates available
The Property
SELF-CATERING COTTAGE (GÎTE) IN MARKET TOWN FOR HOLIDAY LETS
Espéraza, Aude, Languedoc-Roussillon, Southern France
In the High Valley of the Pyrenees only a two-hour ramble across the hill from mysterious Rennes le Chateau. The cottage is located just around the corner from Esperaza square where people gather on the terraces of the nearby Cafés, or sit on shaded benches. Kitchen is well equipped to sample the seasonal fruit and vegetables available locally and from the nearby Catalan, Corbiere and Ariege regions. ADSL broadband connection is included.
Matresses are superior quality and books and games are provided.
The cottage can be equipped for baby on request.
Within two minutes walk you will find boulangeries, patisseries, tabacs, newsagents, bars, restaurants, banks, a post office, a grade I listed church and two museums catering for children.
Dinosaur relics, pre-historic man, Cathar castles, markets, scenic villages, fishing, cycling and water sports (kayaking, swimming and white water rafting) facilities, clubs etc., are nearby.
Horse riding is also widely available.
Thousands of kilometers of public footpaths and bridle ways thread the richly varied terrain; natural hot springs, forests, meadows, orchards and vineyards. Local producers offer a cornucopia of traditional and organic produce from wines, to fruit and cheese, to cosmetics. In summer Espéraza is at the hub of many local village fetes and summer fairs and there are at least half a dozen good restaurants locally. Every Sunday the square seethes with the good produce and buzz of the Sunday Market.
At least six ski resorts are reachable in between one and two hours, as is the Mediterranean coast, Andorra and the Spanish border.
The cottage website can be found at www.esperaza.info
Bedrooms
Bedroom 1
Sleeps 2
1 Double
Bed
Ensuite with Toilet, Bath
Bedroom 2
Sleeps 2
1 Double
Bed
Ensuite with Basin, Shower
Extra Beds
2 Single
Beds
1 Cot available
Notes
A single fold up bed is available in the second double bedroom. There are reading lights and a garden view
Bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet, Basin, Shower, Bath
Bathroom 2
Basin, Shower
Notes
Two WC's, double sinks, shower and bath all with natural light and clean fresh fittings.
Other Rooms
Kitchen
Laundry Facilities:
Washing Machine, Drying Rack, Iron, Ironing Board
Catering:
4 ring stove, 2 ring stove, Double Oven, Grill, Microwave, Coffee Maker, Fridge
Dining:
Dining room table seats 5, LoungeDiner table seats 2, High Chair
Entertainment:
DVD, Video, CD Player, Radio
Comfort:
Electric Fans
Services:
Telephone, Broadband, WiFi, Cleaning Weekly, Towels provided, Linen provided
Suitability:
Children welcome, Pets considered, Restricted Smoking
Not Suitable for:
Elderly or Infirm
Notes on Facilities:
The cottage is comfortably furnished and equipped. Visit www.esperaza.info to read testamonials. Tourist information and maps are provided and the helpful owners live nearby. The kitchen is well equipped for explore the superb local produce.
There are two WC’s, and two bathrooms. The main bathroom is equipped with bath with shower, twin wash basins, a hairdryer and an electric shaving socket. Each bedroom is on its own floor and has a fan, a mirror and reading lights. The cottage can be equipped for baby on request.
There is no charge for use of ADSL connection.
We are very happy to advise you on your sight seeing and activity planning
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Within two minutes walk you will find boulangeries, patisseries, tabacs, newsagents, bars, restaurants, banks, a post office, a grade I listed church and two museums catering for children.
Dinosaur relics, pre-historic man, Cathar castles, market, and scenic villages, fishing, cycling and water sports (kayaking, swimming and white water rafting) facilities, clubs etc., are nearby,
http://www.languedoc-france.info. Horse riding is also widely available.
At least six ski resorts are reachable in between one and two hours, as is the Mediterranean coast, Andorra and the Spanish border.
How to get to Esperaza
Fly to: Carcassonne (45 mins.), Perpignan, Girona (2 hours) Montpellier, Barcelona (under 3 hours).
Fly from: Stansted, Gatwick, Heathrow, Birmingham, Dublin, Southampton airports.
By train: the cottage is a seven-minute walk from Espéraza SNCF train station (45 minutes due south of Carcassonne).
Within a 40-minute drive:
Mirepoix, Carcassonne, Limoux and Chalabre and the sites of major Cathar castles such as Queribus, Perypeteuse, Puivert, Aguila, Puilaurens and Montsegùr.
Day trips:
Girona, Barcelona, Lourdes, Toulouse, Montpellier, Camargue, Narbonne, Collioure, Costa Brava, Andorra, Perpignan
The cottage website can be found at www.esperaza.info
Location Details
Location Type:
Village, Romantic, Historic, Away from it all, Relaxed, Activity, Inexpensive
Ideal for:
Young Children, Teenagers, 18 to 30s
Things to see and do:
Swimming, Wind Surfing, Paragliding, Rambling Routes, Cycling, Climbing, Golf, Sightseeing, Canoeing,
Horse Riding, Tennis, Boating, Snow Skiing, Snowboarding, Historic Buildings, Museum
Amenities:
Restaurant <0.5km, Bar <0.5km, Cafe <0.5km, Sandy Beach 7km, Rocky Cove 10km, Park <0.5km, Lake 9km,
Supermarket <0.5km, Local Store <0.5km, Doctor <0.5km, Hospital 10km, Pharmacy <0.5km
Getting there:
Nearest Airport:
CARCASSONNE@40km
Nearest Railway Station:
ESPERAZA@.5km
Nearest Motorway junction:
CARCASSONNE@40km
Nearest Coach terminus:
QUILLAN@9km
Getting around:
Car:
Recommended
Local Bus Service:
Limited
Taxis:
Can be booked
Organised trips:
Some
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Preferred charging currency is Euro.
Other currencies accepted:
( GBP - Pounds Sterling )
( USD - US Dollars )
Normally available Saturday to Saturday
Discounts are available for long term stays and for last minute reservation.
TESTIMONIALS
We've been here 3 times & have thouroughly enjoyed each time. Do all the amazing sightseeing but make a point to meet the people in the town.
Boots & Carole, Georgia USA, February 2008
Thank You ... We truly had a wonderful time ... it feels like we've been here for months as we feel well rested, rejouvenated and energized. We've gone to visit many villages, markets, abbeys, etc each day and have put almost 2,500 km on our rental car!! This trip has stimulated all our senses ... great food, gorgeous views meandering through the countryside. Sadly, it is now time to go back home, but already we can't wait to come back!!
Sharon & Jerry, Totonto, Canada, December 200
This is our last night in this lovely cottage. We have had a wonderful holiday. Loved the Sunday market. Highlights:
_. Nebias - fantastic two and a half hour nature walk ... beautiful picnic spots ... Highly recommended;
_. Gorge de Galamus - incredible views. Don't forget to stop to walk down to the Ermitage de St-Antoine which is beautiful.
_. George St-George - lovely drive along the aude
_. Chalabre has two boulangeries. One sells amazing chocolates
We loved the fact that nearly everyone we met stopped to admire or coo at our baby. People are very friendly.
Fionula & Ross, Ireland, October 2007
... thank you for a wonderful and peaceful stay in the Espéraza Cottage. We enjoyed our week very much!!!. First we did the "musts": Château de Queribus, Rennes-le-Château and Carcassonne. We found in this wonderful place a lot of inspiration. ...
Michael, Sabine and Alicia, Germany, October 2007
Enjoyed our seven nights in the gîte. We were very lucky to arrive on the weekend of the delayed festival. Really enjoyed the dancing on the Sunday night in the square. ... Store next to bar [in the square] is well stocked and very friendly people. Patiserie near by is great too. ... Sunday market a highlight ... some fabulous jewellery and there was a "juggler with glass balls" who was awesome.
Trip to Andorra was great - especially as we went by the route of Day 14 of the Tour de France. ...
Thanks to previous directions to Rennes-le-Château [in the visitors' book]. Great walk both ways.
Wine tasted at Sieur d'Arques just out of Limoux. Very nice and well priced.
Carcassonne - touristy but worth it - even the 20 year old enjoyed it.
Carol & Rob, Justine & Mike, Australia + New Zealand, October 2007
Enjoyed our 2 week stay at Espéraza. ...Enjoyed eating out at a varying range of establishments.
Enjoyed various walks in the area.
Anne and Andrew Both, England, June 2007
Thankyou for a wonderful stay in the Espéraza Cottage!
We look forward to coming back!
We had a wonderful time in Espéraza and loved the cottage. It had everything we needed and Sophie went out of her way to help whenever she could. We didn't have a car but found that our stay was still not long enough. So yes, plenty to do on foot or bicycle.
... wonderful walk to Rennes-le-Château. Beautiful views and we didn't come across anyone else on the walk, so was nice time-out.
... We will be back and we will tell friends!
Sharn and Adam, Australia, May - June 2006
Enjoy your stay here - we have.
Peter and Catherine, New Zealand, May 2006
The cottage was wonderful. It gave us the "French" experience we wanted.
Michael & Shannon, USA, Spring 2006
We had a wonderful time in Espéraza and loved the cottage. It had everything we needed and Sophie went out of her way to help whenever she could.
Sharn and Adam, Sydney, Australia, 2006
We enjoyed our week in the Espéraza cottage and thanks to Sophie for making us feel so at home.
Lynda and Jan, Australia, 2006
An ideal centre for excursions to Toulouse and beyond; north-east Spain; Carcassonne; the High Pyrenees; Camargue and also the Pays de l'Aude and to the other scenic areas which encompass this town.
Our week here was full and uplifting for the spirit.
Eileen & Paul, Australia, October 2005
Beautiful scenery. We particularly liked being here in autumn, we could sleep with our windows open and enjoyed the changing colors of trees and leaves on grapevines ...
The cemetery, abbey and the old town itself Alet-les-Bains is a lovely visit.
Barbara & Quentin, USA, October 2005
The gîte has a lovely, slightly rustic feel but is comfortable and has everything in it anyone could possibly need allowing us to cook lovely meals in between forays to the wonderful restaurants…thanks for being so approachable and friendly.
Jenny and Scott, England, September 2005
Ms Sophie Duncan
Tel: +33 (0)468 200337 between 8am and 10pm
Languages spoken:
English, French
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