A holiday home cradled in the foothills of the Black Mountains in the picturesque village of Villeneuve Minervois in the south of France

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Close to numerous famous attractions, this beauty spot is not far from the famous city of Carcassonne and the medieval citadel of La Cite. The third biggest attraction in France after the Eiffel tower and Disneyland. The pink city of Toulouse; Beziers, Narbonne and Perpignan, all lie within a comfortable day’s outing. Smaller and easily accessible towns of Minerve, Limoux, Mirepoix, Caunes Minervois, and Olonzac offer weekly food and flower markets; fetes, parcours des arts, classical concerts, jazz concerts, with spectacular scenic views on your way to and from them.

From this holiday home, you can explore a fascinating region of France and you will have an abundance of choices. The Canal du Midi and its charming ports are nearby. Visit the spectacular Cathar castles perched on impossible mountain tops, swim in rivers and hike through the valleys. Famous ancient Abbeys, wine producing châteaux, cafes, restaurants abound. Mountain hikes, lake swimming, wild swimming, white water rafting, canoeing, kayaking, and sandy beaches of the Mediterranean with all kinds of water sports, spoil you for choice.

Luxury products from inovative local artisans include carved olive wood or marble serving boards, soaps, essential oils, olive oil, olives, vinegar, honey, herbs, ice cream, patisseries, the list is endless…