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Pretty house in Medieval village with castle views

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A table with a glass of champagne, a bottle of wine, a plate of pastries, and a vase with flowers.
A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, a wooden shelf, and a window with a view of greenery.
A cozy living room with a brown leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a fireplace. There is a wooden door leading to a kitchen with a sink and cabinets.
A cozy living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a fireplace, and a kitchen area in the background.
A bedroom with a bed, a wooden staircase, and a small window.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Nestled in the village, this vacation home features 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, accommodating 8 guests. Enjoy activities like fishing, rafting, and swimming nearby. Outdoor areas include a deck and patio, while skiing opportunities await sports enthusiasts. Explore attractions such as Château de Puilaurens and Gorges de St-Georges. Games are also available.

Highlights

  • The great outdoors

    Guests love the outdoor space here.

  • Games

    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.

  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Puilaurens, Occitanie
  • Place, Château de Puilaurens
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Galamus Gorges
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Place, Les Angles Ski Resort
    ‪60 min drive‬
  • Airport, Carcassonne (CCF-Pays Cathare)
    ‪98 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Black Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Boutique Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Ground Floor Bedroom

1 Double Bed

The White Bedroom

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Main bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet

Shower room

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Pretty house in Medieval village with castle views

'Maison Bleue' is located in the Medieval village of Puilaurens and has superb views of the Cathar castle.It accommodates 8 people over 3 floors with bathrooms at the top and base of the house. A centrally located kitchen and lounge area leads out onto a sunny terrasse, perfect for barbeques. This area overlooks the ancient village and river from the balcony, as well as the castle looking upwards(it is illuminated at night).
In the lower outside space there is a special place to play the popular game of boules, with a demarcated boules piste. The house is light and airy and decorated in a modern but traditoinal style. The dishwasher makes life convenient for nights in, however a short 15 minute walk down the hill takes you to a couple of good restaurants. The village also has a shop and a bar. A great place to relax within easy reach of Quillan and Carcasonne as well as Perpignan and the coast. The beautiful scenery of the valley is a classic wine growing area. There are places in the vicinity to enjoy wild swimming as well as an outdoor pool 10 minutes away at Axat. A little tourist train takes you through the area in open or closed carriages to enjoy different castles and scenery.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Care must be taken in the front garden

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

ONLY UNDER REQUETS!!

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Primarily a family property, groups of adults please ask first.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 14004*04
Property # 8334417
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
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

Puilaurens

Puilaurens is home to this holiday home. Esperaza Hat Museum and Musée des Dinosaures 'Dinosauria' are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Le Soula and Station de Ski Mosset - Col de Jau. Rodeoraft and Oxygen Aventure are also worth visiting. Rafting and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and cycling nearby.
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Puilaurens, Occitanie

What's nearby

  • Château de Puilaurens - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Galamus Gorges - 30 min drive - 26.5 km
  • Rennes-le-Château Church - 49 min drive - 39.7 km
  • Château de Peyrepertuse - 59 min drive - 46.7 km
  • Les Angles Ski Resort - 60 min drive - 66.7 km

Getting around

  • Quillan Station - 24 min drive
  • Carcassonne (CCF-Pays Cathare) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪BISTROY - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Le Central - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Les saveurs du terroir - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Le Cafe d'estifant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Le Village de Bugarach - ‬28 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pretty house in Medieval village with castle views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Pretty house in Medieval village with castle views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pretty house in Medieval village with castle views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pretty house in Medieval village with castle views?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Pretty house in Medieval village with castle views located?

Situated in Puilaurens, this holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Château de Puilaurens and within 9 miles (15 km) of Gorges de St-Georges and Rodeoraft. Le Soula and Oxygen Aventure are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Picture Perfect Puilaurens

A really well presented home with everything we needed for a comfortable stay. A pleasing mix of modern & traditional set against a stunning mountain backdrop. This is the perfect place for a peaceful getaway.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was straight forward. Kitchen facilities were excellent. Wifi access was straightforward. Lovely house, very comfortable and cosy with a decent sized balcony giving a great view of the mountains and the castle. The area was beautiful. Very peaceful and scenic with good access to tourist attractions.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug 2025
Thank you Rosalind. We are so glad you enjoyed our little home.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful setting

This house is set in a beautiful spot in Puilaurens, just below the Chateau. Lovely house with 4 bedrooms, full kitchen and terrace. The sound of the church bells was lovely, too. Instructions provided were very helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug 2023
So glad you enjoyed it. We love the house and its location.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Un appartement "presque " propre, le balai n'avait pas été passé partout.Sinon, la maison est agréable à vivre et bien située pour découvrir la région. Pas de climatisation- des ventilateurs pourraient être proposés.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in

Schönes Haus - aber....

Dieses Haus ist schön eingerichtet. Ledersofas, große Betten und edle Tische/Stühle. Aber sonst:Es beginnt mit der Schlüsselbox. Diese ist ebenerdig an einem Pfeiler vorm Haus angebracht.(Bild 1) Bei gutem Wetter schon schwer zu erreichen, bei strömendem Regen und knieend fast unmöglich. Ein freundlicher Nachbar half uns dankenswerterweise. Wenn man hereinkommt, steht man im 1. Schlafzimmer mit Dusche, Toilette und Waschmaschine.Im 1. Stock ist dann Küche, Wohn- und Essbereich sowie Terrasse. Die Küche ist schmuddelig und schlecht sortiert: Der Backofen ist dreckig (Bild 2); aus dem Kühlschrank riecht es seltsam süßlich. Der im Kühlschrank angebrachte Ventilator funktioniert nicht – vermutlich daher der Geruch. Die Oberfläche des Kühlschranks ist fettig-schmutzig (Bild 3).Zur Küchenschublade siehe Bild 4. Der grün-weiße Beutel enthält Wäscheklammern! Das tägliche Geschirr ist sehr übersichtlich (Bild 5).Im 2. Stock sind drei weitere Schafzimmer, eine Toilette und Badewanne mit Dusche. Die Dusche samt Schlauch musste erst 'installiert' werden – sie fand sich in einer Kiste unter dem Waschbecken. Die Toilettenbrillen sind schön, aber relativ klein, vermutlich aus Designgründen.Die Treppen sind sehr schmal (Bild 6) und für größere Koffer ungeeignet.Wir haben die Koffer deshalb im Erdgeschoss gelassen. Beim Handlauf für die Treppe mussten die Schrauben nachgezogen werden (Bild7)Wir vermuten, dass die Eigentümer das Haus länger nicht gesehen haben.
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Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug 2025
Thank you for taking the time to leave such detailed feedback. We’re really sorry to hear that your stay was not as comfortable as it should have been. This is not the kind of experience we want our guests to have, and we haven’t had feedback like this before. We truly appreciate you pointing out the issues with the key box and the shower setup. Your comments will help us make improvements so that future guests feel fully at ease from the moment they arrive. We’re grateful you shared this with us, and we’ll do our very best to make sure your concerns are acted on.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent moment passé dans cette maison

Maison bien décorée avec les lits et des fauteuils très confortable. Nous avons passé d'excellente vacances dans cet endroit.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

nice holiday home at Puilaurens

01.10.-15.10.2022 We (my wife, my three kids [19,14,11] and my parents-in-law) had a very nice stay and truly relaxing holidays. The house is clean (especially both bathrooms were in a perfect condition!), quite nice and well equipped. It's located at the foot of the mountain on which the Puilaurens castle controls the surrounding landscape. Landlady and -lord were very friendly, flexible and accomodating. Contact was very nice and helpful. We can only recommend this location (5*****) and the landlady/-lord (5*****).
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

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Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

De belles vacances à la découverte des Pyrénnées Cathare

Nous avons passé un très agréable séjour dans la maison de Deb et Ian, qui se sont montrés très réactifs lorsque nous les avons contactés pour une réservation tardive. Le gite est parfaitement situé, avec de nombreuses activités à faire à moins d'une demi-heure de route (visite de châteaux forts, le train rouge, musée de la préhistoire, activité aquatique) et beaucoup de jolies randonnées accessibles même avec des enfants petits (3 et 6 ans). La rivière passe juste en bas de la rue, les enfants ont été ravis de s'y mouiller les pieds. Le gite est joli et commode, les murs en pierre gardent l'intérieur relativement frais même lors des fortes chaleurs. Merci pour ce beau séjour !
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Casa muy chula

Muy bien, una zona muy cercana, pero que no conocia....la estancia eb la casa perfecta
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Location
Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

randonnée entre amis

Odeur d'humidité à l'ouverture du gîte Rupture d'un élément de la rampe d'escalier ( dangereux...) Deux cafetières hors service Un lecteur de DVD et une chaîne Hifi absentes... La présence d'une personne pour nous accueillir aurait été bienvenue
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2021
We are so sorry that you felt this way about a house that we adore and others find ‘perfect’ as explained in other reviews. The humidity smell could be the rock face as you enter or that the house has been shut for a while due to Covid. We can’t quite understand how the stair rope was broken but again we will fix this as safety is paramount for us. In fact, this is why no one came to the house on your arrival. We did not want to take any risks during this very difficult time of Covid infection. The absence of a DVD system is intentional as stated within our description. There is a speaker system for the enjoyment of music. The house is in a very beautiful location which provides its own entertainment. Thank you for feedback that will be acted upon quickly, especially as we intend to visit ourselves as soon as possible.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet, relaxing stay

A nice property at the top of a steep cul de sac, in a quiet tiny village. A lovely view of mountains from the terrace, and walking (uphill!!) distance to the castle which was really interesting.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

De l’authenticité et de la quiétude

Une belle maison au cœur du village, aménagée avec goût, sous domination du château de Puilaurens. Tout est réuni pour vivre un séjour tranquille où la montagne autour, nous appelle à la rencontrer...
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very quiet stay in Puilaurens

We enjoyed our stay very much. Lots of space, very quiet and in a beautiful environment. To be recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gemütliches, nett eingerichtetes Ferienhaus

Das Haus bot uns als fünfköpfiger Familie mehr als ausreichend Platz, es ist gut ausgestattet und wir haben die ruhige Lage sehr geschätzt.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Our family of three had a great time in this house. The location was excellent for us: situated at the end of a quit street in an agreeable little village. We spent a lot of time sitting outside on the patio, admiring the great views on the mountains. We where there during summer and where pleased to find out the area is great for hikes. Communication with Ian and Debra was fast and to the point. We liked this place a lot.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vacances en famille

Belle maison de village. À partager en famille.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great Stay

Charming house, well appointed and with great ambiance. Just where we wanted to be for our bi-annual get-together. Can highly recommend it as a base to visit nearby Cathar castles and the surrounding countryside.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Bon séjour

Très jolie maison. Merci pour l'accueil
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Encantadora casa en un bonito pueblo Cataro

Nos hemos sentido muy a gusto en esta casa. Muy amplia y tranquila. Para diafrutar de la zona es ideal . Esta a pocos km de muchas ciudades para visitar y si lo que quieres es este tranquilo ideal. Volveremos
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
So glad you enjoyed the house. We find the location so good for visiting many places.We will be very happy to see you return. Best wishes Deb and Ian
Archival

6/10 Okay

Belle maison, mais glaciale pour une réservation en hiver.

La maison est conforme aux photos, la décoration intérieure est très réussie. Mais l'annonce ne précise pas que le chauffage de la pièce commune au 1er (salon, cuisine, salle à manger) dépend entièrement du poêle à bois (les chambres ont des radiateurs). Il faut prévoir d'apporter ses propres bûches, ce dont le propriétaire nous a prévenus une fois la réservation faite. La montée en température est évidemment un peu longue et la première soirée ainsi que le 1er jour ont été vraiment froids (et les plombs avaient tendance à sauter avec la mise en route du chauffe-eau). Pour la cuisine, pas de grande casserole. Mais le boucher charcutier traiteur d'Axat fait de très bons plats cuisinés. Au total, la location doit surtout être extra en été.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
Thank you for your feedback. We are now adding extra cooking equipment to the house. N B : We are making this a summer only let until heating issues can be sorted.

About the host

Hosted by Ian and Deb Harris

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A close family that have created something magical in France

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