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Le Trabet, a beautifully restored 18th-century winery, offers a tranquil retreat amidst vineyards and woodland. Unwind in the spacious living room with convertible sofa or dine al fresco on the south-facing terrace overlooking the garden and pool. With free internet access, an independent kitchen, barbecue facilities and outdoor seating areas.

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6145 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Le Palmier - luxury retreat near Carcassonne, family-friendly

Spacious ground floor character house (145m2) with exposed beams, nicely decorated with antique and modern furniture. Air conditioning (heat pump).
Private entrance via a large, south-facing terrace overlooking the garden and pool.
Master bedroom with open fireplace, kingsize bed. Fullsize bed in the spacious living room.
Second bedroom with twin beds; we can add a crib.
The kitchen is fully equipped with dishwasher, espresso machine etc.
Bathroom with shower and bath. Separate toilet.
The private terrace has outdoor dining table and chairs, Weber barbecue and lounge chairs.
French doors connect to the spacious dining/sitting room. The dining table with its candle-light chandelier seats 6 people.
A short drive from Carcassonne, Le Trabet, an 18th century former winery, was fully renovated. Large secured pool, park, direct access to vineyards and woodland, ideal for cycling and walking. Free internet access. Surrounded by vineyards, woodland and sunflower fields. Well-established gardens, woods and park. Le Trabet offers an ideal combination of a relaxed and active holiday. Glorious views to the Pyrenees and Montagne Noire. Golf courses and lakes nearby. The Mediterranean beaches are about one hour away. Only some minutes away from Carcassonne with its famous castle and close to the Canal du Midi where boats can be rented. Restaurants, village markets, Cathar castles, Mediterranean Sea and wineries all nearby.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Fenced private pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: outside on your private terrace

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Gym
  • Table tennis
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,561 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

to enjoy the countryside calm and plenty of birdsong - please use headphones when listening to music while outdoors

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: ask owner for approval

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: children's paradise, large grounds and fields

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Outside only on your terrace

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 37798776449FR

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

About the area

Located in Moussoulens, this holiday home is in a rural area. Church Saint-André and Abbey of Villelongue are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Tennis Asptt Carcassonne and Carcassonne Golf. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking. Visit our Moussoulens travel guide
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Moussoulens, Occitanie

What's nearby

  • This is one of the entryways to the medieval city at Carcassonne. When I visited, it had this art installation - those circles are physically there!
    Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne
    20 min drive - 19.3 km
  • Bram Archaeological Museum
    13 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Museum of Book Arts and Crafts
    14 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Écluse d'Herminis
    15 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Canal du Midi Harbor Master's Office
    18 min drive - 18.0 km

Getting around

  • Bram Station
    19 min drive
  • Carcassonne (CCF-Pays Cathare)
    15 min drive

Restaurants

  • Brioche Dorée ARZENS - AIRE ARZENS SUD A61
    21 min drive
  • Ambrosia, Penez
    8 min drive
  • Le Platane
    13 min drive
  • Le Petit Bramais
    13 min drive
  • La Farigoulette
    9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Le Palmier - luxury retreat near Carcassonne, family-friendly have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Le Palmier - luxury retreat near Carcassonne, family-friendly pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Le Palmier - luxury retreat near Carcassonne, family-friendly?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Le Palmier - luxury retreat near Carcassonne, family-friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Le Palmier - luxury retreat near Carcassonne, family-friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Le Palmier - luxury retreat near Carcassonne, family-friendly located?

This family-friendly Moussoulens holiday home is located in a rural location, 3 mi (4.9 km) from Canal du Midi, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Museum of Book Arts and Crafts and Church Saint-André. Abbey of Villelongue and Bram Archaeological Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Le Palmier - luxury retreat near Carcassonne, family-friendly Reviews

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This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Norman G.

Charming and well equipped property ideally situated close to Carcassonne and the Languedoc area..

Wonderful property with all that you would wish to have during a holiday. The owner Claudia was exceptionally friendly and made us feel right at home, even making sure that a bottle of Blanquette de Limoux was chilled and waiting for us to arrive. Claudia phoned to make sure we were happy with our choice of accommodation and knew how to locate the house. She ensured that our accommodation suited my group of friends. We asked specifically for certain items to be available and all were. Local supermarkets were just a few minutes drive away. The gîte was ideally situated for touring the local area and there was plenty of information and brochures for activities and visits in the area available to read and help plan our days out. Blessed by good weather, even in October, we thoroughly enjoyed our visit to the area. The swimming pool and other amenities were very well presented and we enjoyed meeting the other families and the extremely helpful staff and yes, we were able to swim in October! An ideal place to stay and I would recommend it wholeheartedly.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Notre séjour était très agréable, les pièces sont très spacieuses et très bien décorées et équipées. Le jardin est très grand, avec une magnifique piscine à débordement. Il y a de nombreux équipements mis à disposition pour les enfants, vélo, cabane, échelles, bouées... la propriétaire est très accueillante, à la fois discrète et disponible. Le coin est magnifique au milieu des vignes avec des parcours vtt et de très beaux villages à visiter aux alentours : Montolieu, Saissac... merci encore pour ce séjour !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jo J.

Relaxing family holiday

We stayed in La Palmier which was located at one end of the property which made it feel very private whilst still enjoying the enourmous garden and surrounding grounds. Fabulous accommodation, fully equipped for self catering with lots of 'extras' e.g., bikes, drinks in a fridge by the pool, table tennis table & boules games. There were sun loungers & a table and chairs on our terrace and lots of other seating areas around the grounds. The pool was lovely - large and very well maintained with a child proof gate for safety. The nearest supermarket, patisserie and butchers was a short 5 min drive or 15 min bike ride away. Carcassonne and Lac de la Cavayere both worth a visit within a 30 mins drive. We would definitely reccommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Stephen B.

A truly wonderful and memorable family holiday!

Le Palmier is a majestic property with a truly magnificent private large patio, stunning living room and master bedroom. Claudia provided BBQ fuel and a delightful welcome pack including patisseries and homemade jam. The second bedroom, was smaller but comfortably homed three girls in separate beds aged 13, 11 and 9. The grounds are extensive and beautiful; I celebrated my fiftieth birthday enjoying a candle lit BBQ around the Dovecot. The facilities were fantastic; amazing pool, great bikes, table tennis and romantic seating scattered throughout the grounds. Claudia is an amazingly hospitable hostess and very proud of her home and properties. My husband's baggage didn't arrive in Toulouse but Claudia supplied him with a pair of swimming trunks so our holiday could begin immediately! I would highly recommend this holiday destination.
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

fergus b.

Outstanding property in every respect.

Beautiful property surrounded by sunflowers, a very relaxing place to stay. We stayed in La Palmier - full of character and charm and well equipped - a truly stunning gite. The grounds are gorgeous and immaculate with an excellent swimming pool to relax in. Owners and guardians charming, helpful and informative. Lots of beautiful towns to visit including Carcasonne and a boat trip along the Canal du Midi is fascinating and relaxing. An excellent place to go on holiday we would love to return to Le Trabet.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Helene D.

Gite tout confort ,accueil agréable , petit déjeuner dans le jardin avec une vue apaisante

Nous avons pu profiter du calme de la campagne sur un terrain fleuri et agrémété de vieux oliviers de palmiers ... Calme et reposant sans être loin de la grande ville!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Katrina A., Canberra

Absolutely wonderful property, beautiful outdoor spaces, so wonderfully French in feel

I felt like I was living in a French movie for the week. Magnificent French manor with the most beautiful main bedroom and lounge room. We sat outside on a wonderful garden terrace all week for all meals,We also enjoyed walking through the surrounding farmland and vineyards as well as riding to the canal de midi. Claudia is very welcoming and generous with lots of small touches that made us feel so at home - we will be back as it was the most perfect relaxing holiday we have had in years
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

kate n.

A wonderful place to stay.

This is a lovely property, it has been charmingly renovated, and the grounds are beautiful and peaceful. Claudia has thought of everything, so our stay was very comfortable. We definitely hope to return! There is much to see and do in the area, but relaxing by the pool is also a strong draw.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Antoine P., Paris

Charmante demeure

Maison très charmante, idéale pour un repos bien mérité.. profiter de la piscine avec cette verdure immense, un vrai régal ! La maison est très bien décoré et nous avons passé 2 excellentes nuits !
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jamie L.

The best French countryside experience!

I spent nearly a week at Le Trabet and could not recommend a place any more! The property is absolutely gorgeous and furnished with taste, the owners are kind and extremely invested in the property and making sure guests have the best stay possible, and the nearby towns are accessible and quaint. There is enough to do both on and outside the property (not to mention a great pool!). Stay here if you want to truly experience countryside France!