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At the center of the Cathar country,Saint-André is an authentical and family mansion with a swimming-pool

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pool 12 meters long (40 feet)with alarm(NF standard)
Exterior
Pool
Sight with pool and fields after the harvest
Property grounds

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
8 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12700 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Outdoor barbecue

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

3 Single Beds

Bedroom 6

3 Single Beds

Bedroom 7

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 8

1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

At the center of the Cathar country,Saint-André is an authentical and family mansion with a swimming-pool

Every summer we rest in the shade of the plane tree, around the 12 meters long swimming pool part of an 330 hectares hunting estate which overhangs the Aude river.

Series of lounges and dining room, 6 bedrooms which open into a gallery « Directoire » and two bathrooms ( one with bathtub ),offer enought space to welcome 10 or 12 people.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Vigilance pour l accès des mineurs à la piscine
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 10 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Sous votre entière responsabilité en cas de dégats
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Pieusse

Located in Pieusse, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Piano Museum and Automaton Museum - Laboratory of Imagination are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at House of Limoux Wines and Domaine Begude. Rafting and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and mountain climbing nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Piano Museum - 10 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Automaton Museum - Laboratory of Imagination - 10 min drive - 6.6 km
  • House of Limoux Wines - 11 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Abbey of Saint-Hilaire - 14 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Carcassonne Golf - 20 min drive - 19.3 km

Getting around

  • Pomas Station - 4 min drive
  • Carcassonne (CCF-Pays Cathare) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Domaine Gayda - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant L' Odalisque - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Kat McGee's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪A Table Chez Marinette - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does At the center of the Cathar country,Saint-André is an authentical and family mansion with a swimming-pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at At the center of the Cathar country,Saint-André is an authentical and family mansion with a swimming-pool?

As of 9 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at At the center of the Cathar country,Saint-André is an authentical and family mansion with a swimming-pool on 17 July 2026 start from AU$828, 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 At the center of the Cathar country,Saint-André is an authentical and family mansion with a swimming-pool pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.

How much is parking at At the center of the Cathar country,Saint-André is an authentical and family mansion with a swimming-pool?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at At the center of the Cathar country,Saint-André is an authentical and family mansion with a swimming-pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at At the center of the Cathar country,Saint-André is an authentical and family mansion with a swimming-pool?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is At the center of the Cathar country,Saint-André is an authentical and family mansion with a swimming-pool located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Piano Museum, Automaton Museum - Laboratory of Imagination and House of Limoux Wines. Abbey of Saint-Hilaire and Domaine Begude are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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8.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

karen l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Extraordinary chateau

Authentically shabby chic chateau, an experience you will never forget. Excellent place for a large group (we were 12 most of the fortnight) and perfect for eating drinking and talking late into the night. The pool is good and needed in the summer (38 degrees while we were there). Despite the large indoor space it was the outdoor living that we particularly enjoyed. Not a place for people who want modern conveniences, but if you want authentic old french this is perfect.
Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2022
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8/10 Good

Riva B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Très beau séjour à Saint André, une vrai vie de château entre déjeuners autour de la grande table ombragée et rafraîchissement dans la piscine. Une semaine entre amis avec des ados grandement apprécié. Nous avons aimé la fraîcheur de la maison en cette semaine caniculaire, l’équipement de la cuisine adapté à de grandes tablées, l’espace que chacun avait pour les temps calme et l’accueil chaleureux de Robert et Déborah. On séjourne ici quand on aime les veilles pierres, la déco qui traverse les siècles et les continents.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

florence d.

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Agreable sejour entre amis

Très bon séjour dans une maison spacieuse, agréable et au calme Très bon contact avec les hôtes, qui ont su nous donner tous les renseignements sur la maison, les environs. Il y a une piscine et la rivière est un vrai plus! Attention toutefois aux lits 1 place qui ne conviennent pas tous à des adultes
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Florence G.

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Un séjour hors du temps

Nous avons passé un séjour très agréable dans ce château au charme désuet. Maniaques du confort matériel et du luxe, s'abstenir, amoureux des veilles pierres et d'un cadre authentique, n'hésitez pas. Deborah et Robert font tout pour vous rendre le séjour dès plus agréables et vous feront partager leur passion pour ce domaine familial. La région offre de multiples possibilités, tant pour les activités culturelles que pour les randonnées et autres escapades.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
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6/10 Okay

Alexa J.

Belle maison mais manque de confort

Nous avons apprécié le style de la maison et son côté figée dans le temps , ses beaux espaces mais côté détente et confort ça laissé à desirer: 7 chambres mais couchages vétustes, pas de salon ou pièce de vie avec canapé confortable, seulement 4 transats abîmés pour 6 adultes et 3 enfants... C'est rustique !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Authentic !

What a happy time we had at your beautiful house! There were 14 staying at one stage over the fortnight we were there and the house accommodated us easily! I still dream of the lofty ceilings, the sun peeping through our shutters in the morning, the cicadas droning through the drowsy afternoons, the birdcalls and murmur of voices as we prepared our meals together in the sunlit evenings....what an unforgettable holiday. Thank you Robert and Deborah, we will always appreciate your wonderful hospitality.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

Amazing chateau near Carcassonne

Amazing chateau near Carcassonne. We heard how the house dates from the 11th century, and it really does have so much character. Every room has high ceilings, huge windows and lots of light. The 3 or 4 different living rooms and 7 or 8 bedrooms are filled with beautiful vintage furniture which gives the place a real romantic and French feel. There were 12 of us staying here. The chateau is so big that there was more than enough space for everybody to do their own thing either in the house or outside. The grounds are fantastic and catch the sun all day. Although the pool was cold in September, it would be really refreshing on a hot day. We made ample use of the BBQ, sitting outside for dinner every evening on long wooden tables lit up by outside lighting. The Ping pong table was also popular, playing and drinking local wines long into the night. The house feels remote and private yet only 20 minutes to Carcassonne and only 5 to Limoux, where we sourced all our supplies for the week. Robert and Deborah were so helpful and friendly - proudly telling us all about the Chateau's history and urging us to make the most of our stay. We certainly won't hesitate to stay here again!
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10/10 Excellent

Annick H.

Merveilleuse

Wir, drei Familien aus der Schweiz, verbrachten eine Woche auf diesem schönen Landsitz in Puisse. Das Haus ist stilvoll eingerichtet und strahlt eine gute Stimmung aus. Die Bäume im Garten spendeten uns kühlen Schatten. Wir hatten 35 Grad warm. Am Mittag konnten wir uns in den kühleren Salon zurückziehen. Vom Garten aus sieht man zum Swimmingpool. Das Gute ist wiederum, dass der etwas abgesetzt ist - einfach in der grünen Wiese mit leichtem Salzwasser. Traumhauft. Auch der Pingpong Tisch wurde viel benutzt. 10 Minuten Autofahrt zum Bäcker und man hat frisches Baguette auf dem Frühstückstisch. Man kann viele Ausflüge machen (Burg in Carcassonne, Apéro auf dem Hauptplatz in Limoux, Alet les bain, Kloster St. Hilaire)- aber am schönsten und stimmungsvollsten ist es im und rund ums Haus. Hier konnten wir uns richtig gut entspannen. Deborath und Robert sind sehr angenehme und freundliche Vermieter- es hat alles reibungslos geklappt. Wir können das Haus wärmstens weiterempfehlen.
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10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel d.

SEJOUR TRES AGREABLE

Séjour très agréable, maison encore mieux que sur les photos ,style d’autrefois très joli, confortable dans l’ensemble même si un lit avec montants en bois était un peu court pour un de nos amis ! Piscine bien intégrée dans le champ, eau très claire, et banquettes parfaites pour des bains de soleil Enfants ravis : un de nos enfants a fait ses premiers pas dans la grande galerie ! On a visité Limoux et Carcassonne ; on est allé à Gruissan plage et les enfants se sont baignés. On a regretté de ne pas avoir réservé en juillet pour le Festival de la Cité de Carcassonne et le feu d’artifice qui est parait il spectaculaire ! On reviendra avec nos amis.
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10/10 Excellent

Pierre V.

Superbe !

Accueil à la fois chaleureux et discret. Très grande maison (à 10 PERSONNES, on était très au large, et on aurait pu être facilement 15 ou 16) qui est restée dans son jus (meubles de famille, décors d'origine un peu décrépis, escalier à vis, belles cheminées, photos…). On avait vraiment l'impression d'être reçus dans la famille du propriétaire. 2 salles de bain avec une grande baignoire à pied. Grace au beau temps, et alors qu'on n'était qu'en juin, on a pu se baigner dans la piscine où les enfants n'ont pas arrêté de plonger. On connaissait déjà un peu la région : on est montés à Montségur; bien sur Carcassonne et on a fait de belles affaires dans une brocante recommandée par le propriétaire. Très belle adresse par rapport à ce qu'on voit d'habitude, mais une semaine dans cette région, c'était un peu court. On prévoit de revenir .

About the host

Hosted by Robert et Deborah

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Why they chose this property

At the center of the Cathar country,Saint-André is an mansion form the XVth century, built on wisighot foudations and restored during the First Empire.

This 'fiefdom' - which is made up of numerous outbuildings and even a romanesque chapel- is the yearly meeting place of our cousins who are very fond of this family root.

Languages:

English, French, Italian, Spanish

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