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Charming, centrally located house close to Carcassonne, perfect for families!

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A narrow street with buildings on either side, featuring stone steps and a blue door.
A courtyard with a table and two chairs, a green door, and a staircase leading to a building with a tiled roof.
An indoor swimming pool with clear lane dividers, a bench, and a glass-enclosed roof.
A dining area with a round table, four chairs, and a bench. There is a staircase leading to an upper floor.
A window with a view of a town, a potted plant on the windowsill, and a metal railing.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms0+ bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Swimming pool
  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Capendu, Occitanie
  • Place, Château l'Amiral
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Parc Australien
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Lac de la Cavayere
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Carcassonne (CCF-Pays Cathare)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Study/Landing

1 Single Futon

1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Charming, centrally located house close to Carcassonne, perfect for families!

We are excited to reveal the beautiful renovations of Le Bijou, adding a beautiful downstairs living space with balcony, stunning views over the rooftops and vineyards and another comfortable bedroom for two! While our home won't be ready for the summer, please check back soon or message us for more details, photos and availability. We can't wait to welcome you back to your home away from home.

Welcome to Le Bijou de Capendu, a true gem in the South of France! This completely renovated home, with modern furnishings, is situated at the very heart of Capendu, a village circulade at the foot of Mount Alaric and just 15 minutes from the UNESCO World Heritage site of the Cite Medievale of Carcassonne.

With magnificent views over the vineyards and conveniently located to all the tourist attractions, our home is a perfect vacation spot for 2-5 guests. Positioned next to 10th century ruins and belltower, the village offers all of the basic amenities, including a community pool (currently closed for renovations) and supermarket, boulangerie, parmacy. The nearby town of Trebes has additional restaurants, supermarkets and shops to explore.

With a bright and comfortable living/dining area with TV and wifi, 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and WC, sleeping 4-5, Le Bijou has all the amenities you need to make your holiday comfortable. Capendu is conveniently located 15 minutes from Carcassonne and it's airport (budget flights from the UK and other European cities) and train station (with trains to Barcelona and Paris). The international airport of Toulouse is 60 minutes drive away. The beautiful city of Narbonne and the Mediterranean is 30 minutes away, and the spectacular Cathar sites and wine region of the Languedoc Roussillon region are all within a short drive.

For outdoor enthusiasts, the Canal du Midi and the Aude River are a short 2km walk away, and mountain biking and hiking trails are close by.

Sites to explore:
The Cathar castles of the region
Abbaye de Fontfroide
Gorge de Galamus
Narbonne and it's half finished cathedral
Leucate Plage
Lagrasse and Minerve, classified as most beautiful villages in France
Lastours with it's 3 Cathar towers
Wine tasting at the many vineyards
....and so much more!

Free parking is available at the top of the hill, on a first come first serve basis (or you can also park on the street).

We welcome you to stay at Le Bijou and make our home yours for the holidays!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking allowed in the house.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
I hope you enjoyed your stay. Please ensure all the windows and shutters are closed before vacating the house.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Our house is called Le Bijou de Capendu, our little gem in the South of France. Please treat our house as you would yours.
NOTE: parents of small babies/toddlers - the small window in the upstairs bedroom MUST remain closed.
No pets allowed. Strictly no smoking inside the house.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 6484872
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Capendu

Located in Capendu, this holiday home is near theme parks and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Narbonnaise en Méditerranée Natural Regional Park and Lac de la Cavayere, while Le Musée de la Torture de Carcassone and Chapeau Rouge are cultural highlights. Water tubing and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and cycling nearby.
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Map
Capendu, Occitanie

What's nearby

  • Château l'Amiral - 10 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Parc Australien - 19 min drive - 19.0 km
  • Lac de la Cavayere - 19 min drive - 18.4 km
  • Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne - 24 min drive - 22.7 km
  • Le Musée de la Torture de Carcassone - 25 min drive - 22.7 km

Getting around

  • Lézignan-Corbières Station - 17 min drive
  • Carcassonne (CCF-Pays Cathare) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Boutique - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Auberge Ô fil de l'Ô - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪La Boutique - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Les vignerons de Bacchus - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Charming, centrally located house close to Carcassonne, perfect for families! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Charming, centrally located house close to Carcassonne, perfect for families!?

As of 6 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming, centrally located house close to Carcassonne, perfect for families! on 8 Nov 2026 start from AU$478, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Charming, centrally located house close to Carcassonne, perfect for families! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Charming, centrally located house close to Carcassonne, perfect for families!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming, centrally located house close to Carcassonne, perfect for families!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming, centrally located house close to Carcassonne, perfect for families!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming, centrally located house close to Carcassonne, perfect for families! located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Canal du Midi and within 9 miles (15 km) of Château l'Amiral and Domaine de Mingraut. Domaine Les Penitents Bleu and Charles Cros Museum are also within 12 miles (20 km).

About the host

Hosted by Fiona Nieman

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I am British born, raised in South Africa and living in Nashville, USA! My love for France and the French people goes back to an early age when I studied French in school, was an au pair in Chambery at the age of 18, worked at EuroDisney (Disneyland Paris) and lived in beautiful Paris from 1992-1995. I visited the Languedoc region in 2008, fell in love and decided to own a house in this beautiful region. Le Bijou is our home away from home, and I hope it will become yours too.

Why they chose this property

My husband Steve and I visit our lovely home annually, and each time we come, we learn something new about this lovely town and region. Capendu has some fabulous wines and I encourage you to visit Le Terroir Cave on the main road where you can taste some of the best wines of the region.
Our favourite beach is Leucate Plage, and nearby Franqui, while driving there, take a detour to Bages, a gorgeous little hilltop village overlooking a lake.
Make sure you allocate a full day or more to explore the domineering Cathar castles and if you don't want to drive to this area, we encourage you to go to Lastours which is not far from Capendu.
We have a wonderful supermarket, Intermarche, 5 minutes from the house and a fully stocked pharmacy.

What makes this property unique

With it's quirky floor plan, rustic wooden beams, an updated decor and the modern technology of TV and wifi, Le Bijou has charm unlike any other. Step out the front door and you have the magnificent 10th century ruin of the church in front of you. Wake up to the bells ringing in the morning and enjoy the view over the terracotta tiled roofs of the village below.

Location is everything, and Capendu is truly a short drive to everything : the airport, the Cite de Carcassonne, the toll roads to Toulouse, Perpignan, the beaches and the Spanish border.

Languages:

English, French

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