Domaine du Renne, exclusive Gites in tranquil surroundings in Limoux, near Carcassonne

Domaine du Renne - 2 self-contained gites

Set amidst beautiful rolling countryside with views of the Pyrenees, Domaine du Renne is an oasis of peace and calm in the heart of the Languedoc.  With use of our salt-treated swimming pool you could be forgiven for not wanting to leave this little haven.

We have 45 acres of natural woodland with cleared pathways for you to stroll along and enjoy the views and wildlife - red squirrels inhabit our oak trees and deer forage in the undergrowth!

Le Renne is only 10 minutes from the market town of Limoux where you will find a good selection of shops, bars, restaurants, a bustling market on Fridays and several excellent wine caves.  For fresh bread Alaigne is only 5 minutes drive away.

The countryside of the Aude is one of the most diverse in France.  A 15 minute drive can take one into the gently rolling wheat fields of the Lauragais, vineyards of the Limouxin, or wild mountains and gorges of the Corbieres, always with the Pyrenees as a backdrop.

We are surrounded by castles and ancient fortified towns, the greatest of which is Carcassonne, less than 30 minutes away.  The mediaeval town of Mirepoix with its Monday market in the arcaded square is also nearby.

Cycling, canoeing and walking are favourite pastimes and lakes offer the chance for leisurely swims and picnics.  We provide a set of self-guided walks in each gite. Scenic Mediterranean fishing villages and fine beaches are just over an hour away.

The Properties

2 Gites sleeping 2, 4 or 6

A semi-detached building within the grounds of our home and having full use of our 12m x 6m salt treated swimming pool, complete with sunbeds and shade.

Le Chene

The larger of the 2 gites, this has 1 double bedroom with fitted wardrobe and 1 twin bedroom with fitted wardrobe. There is a shower room with washbasin and shower, a separate WC and a large, spacious open plan sitting room/dining area/kitchen. The kitchen is fully equipped with full size cooker, microwave, fridge, dishwasher and has an ample supply of crockery, glasses, cutlery etc. There is a comfortable sofa and a couple of armchairs if you wish to sit inside and of course for winter when you may wish to use the woodburning stove. Background heating is provided in the bedrooms and bathroom. A CD player, Satellite TV & video are provided for your use. For those lovely balmy evenings one expects in the summer months in the South of France there is a private terrace with a table and chairs for outdoor eating - the terrace leads from the sitting area.

LE CERISIER

The smaller of the 2, this gite has 1 double bedroom with a wardrobe just outside the door, shower room with washbasin, shower and WC. There is a large open plan sitting room/dining area/kitchen. As in Le Chêne the kitchen is fully equipped with full size cooker, microwave, fridge, dishwasher and has an ample supply of crockery, glasses, cutlery etc. A comfortable sofa in the sitting room with a CD player, Satellite TV & video and woodburning stove complete the interior of this cosy property. Outside there is a private south facing terrace with table and chairs leading from the kitchen/dining area. Background heating is provided in the bedroom and shower room.

There is a separate laundry room with an automatic washing machine, iron and ironing board for all guests' use.

The 2 gites have an interconnecting door making it an ideal property for a party of 6 who maybe still want their own space and privacy.