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Charming mansion of the 19th Century

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A street with outdoor seating and a bistro.
A large, classical building with a symmetrical facade, arched windows, and a central statue in a circular pond.
A rectangular pool with clear blue water, surrounded by a beige tiled deck. There are yellow lounge chairs along the poolside.
A table set with fine china and glassware, a gold-framed mirror, and a decorative vase.
A statue on a circular platform in a calm water body, surrounded by trees and greenery.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Ping pong on-site
    A rare find — challenge friends and family to endless matches.
6 bedrooms7+ bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Private pool
  • Kitchenette
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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Palaja, Occitanie
  • Place, Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Carcassonne Golf
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Aude Gate
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Carcassonne (CCF-Pays Cathare)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 7

1 Queen Bed

7 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Bathroom 5

Shower only

Bathroom 6

Bathtub

Bathroom 7

Toilet

Bathroom 8

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming mansion of the 19th Century

The Domaine de Gondal is a charming house located in a 20-hectare bicentennial park where peace and tranquility reign.

A haven of peace nestled in the middle of nature, ideal for a rejuvenating getaway.

This magnificent estate offers an idyllic setting, surrounded by greenery where calm and serenity are the order of the day.

Inside, the perfect combination of comfort and nobility reigns.

Book your stay in this corner of paradise now and let yourself be seduced by the beauty of the place!

Perfect for getting together with family or friends!

The house is arranged as follows:

In the main house:
* On the ground floor:
- 1 living room
- 1 dining room
- 1 kitchen
- 1 WC

* Upstairs
- 1 bedroom with 2 beds 90x200
- 1 bedroom with 1 bed 160
- 1 bathroom with shower and bathtub
- 1 bedroom with 2 beds 90x200
- 1 bedroom with 1 bed 140x200
- 1 bedroom with 1 bed 140x200 with its shower room
- 1 bathroom
- 2 toilets

In the appendix:
- 1 games room
- 1 bedroom with 1 bed 140x200 + 1 bed 90x200
- 1 WC
- 1 shower room

The exteriors:
- 1 swimming area with the large swimming pool
- 1 secure car park
- several dining/relaxation areas
- Hectares of nature

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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 allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

Property # 590585a
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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

Palaja

Located in Palaja, this villa is in a rural area. Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne and Aude Gate are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Téléski Nautique de Carcassonne and Carcassonne Golf. Rafting and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby.
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Palaja, Occitanie

What's nearby

  • Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Carcassonne Golf - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Aude Gate - 7 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Theatre Jean Deschamps - 7 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Le Musée de la Torture de Carcassone - 8 min drive - 5.5 km

Getting around

  • Carcassonne Station - 16 min drive
  • Carcassonne (CCF-Pays Cathare) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Taverne du Chateau - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant La Barbacane - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Le Trouvère - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪L'Escargot - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Maison Joseph - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Charming mansion of the 19th Century have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Charming mansion of the 19th Century pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Charming mansion of the 19th Century?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming mansion of the 19th Century?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming mansion of the 19th Century?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming mansion of the 19th Century located?

This family-friendly Palaja villa is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Museum of the Middle Ages, Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne and Parc Australien. School Museum and Basilica of St. Nazaire and St. Celse are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

Reviews

Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great mansion and beautiful setting

This large mansion is perfect for large family groups. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, relaxing by the pool, walking in the grounds / local woods and taking day trips out to Carcassonne, the Abbaye de Fontfroid and Latours. The rooms are beautifully decorated, clean, and the kitchen fine for cooking large family meals. We ate all our meals outside in the back of the house or at the side. The nearby villages of Cazilhac and Palaja are easy to get to and include Patisserie / bread shops, small supermarket and chemist..everything you need for your holiday. Isabelle was most helpful and the perfect host. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Mar, 2020
Thankyou very much for your comment. See you soon!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

1 semaine au calme, dans un super cadre !!

Très bon séjour dans une demeure agréable à vivre quand on est nombreux. A 5 minutes de Carcassonne, en pleine campagne. Pas de voisins proches donc, on était vraiment tranquille. Chambres spacieuses, salles de bain également grandes, cuisine fonctionnelle. Literie super sauf les 2 petits lits d'une chambres d'enfant. Maison fraîche même quand il fait très chaud. Extérieurs vastes. Piscine grande, très agréable. Maison idéale avec des enfants, avec des amis. Qqs petites remarques qui n'ont pour autant pas gâché notre séjour: pas de rideaux occultants, il fait plein jour à 7h du matin. Une partie de la demeure est habitée. Même les locataires étaient très discrets, ça n'est pas stipulé dans l'annonce.
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Mar, 2020
Les gardiens qui se trouvaient à coté de la maison sont partis et leur logement est désormais rattaché à la maison et loué en même temps aux mêmes vacanciers. Leur présence était signalée sur l'annonce à la case "concierge". J'ai mis des rideaux occultant dans les chambres pour que les vacanciers ne soient pas réveillés par le jour. Merci pour vos commentaires.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

A charming country villa with plenty of room for family and guests.

The large 5-bedroom classic country manor house is situated among the vineyards 10 minutes (6 kilometers) from Carcassone. The house had plenty of room for us to invite guests to visit and stay during our rental. The pool is well maintained and the grounds are peaceful and isolated. The closest neighbors are two chestnut-colored horses in a nearby pasture. Three of the bedrooms have queen beds and en suite bath areas. The other two bedrooms have double beds and share a bath area. All the bathrooms are newly remodeled. Plenty of towels are supplied. The furnishings in the house are handsome and comfortable. The house has wi-fi and TV and cell phone coverage. There is a spacious kitchen, a full range of cookware and dishes, the usual appliances, and a barbecue in back of the house. The house has a view of the valley and the colors in evening light are spectacular. We explored the medieval fortress (La Cite), the Centre Ville of Carcassonne and the surrounding area. The property has trails through the forest around the house. We also took walks through the vineyards to neighboring Palaja and Cazilhac (2 km). Morning coffee can be had in both, and the boulangerie in Cazilhac has almond croissants for under a Euro. Most enjoyable were the dinners al fresco in back of the house with as many as 15 guests. Barcelona or Provence are within reach by train and train service to and from Carcassonne is good. In summary, this rental is a very roomy classic French manor house in a peaceful location with an enjoyable pool, and has a very serviceable kitchen in which to cook for a crowd. This rental lends itself to gatherings of friends or family and makes a good base from which to see many interesting places in France and Spain (we even went to Andorra).
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Cadre ideal pour vacances reussies

La maison a beaucoup de charme et est située dans un cadre superbe, très calme, en pleine nature. La piscine est idéale pour petits et grands, et est suffisamment ensoleillée. La description donnée sur ce site correspond parfaitement a la réalité. Autre atout, cette location est très bien située pour découvrir cette belle région
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Très beau gîte

La maison est très agréable et la propriétaire des lieux très gentille. L'endroit est isolé dans la campagne et la piscine très belle avec un petit bémol : elle est trop ombragée ce qui est dommage. Concernant la maison, tout est tb équipé. Il y a suffisamment de salles d'eau, la tv et internet marchent tb. Il manque des rideaux ou stores aux salles de bain. La literie n'est pas excellente mais reste très bonne. C'est un gîte que je conseille bien volontiers pour passer une semaine dans le pays. Nous avons été très satisfait. Merci bcp !
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Mar, 2020
Merci pour vos remarques, elles m'ont permis d'élaguer l'arbre qui faisait de l'ombre à côté de la piscine et de changer la literie.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

About the host

Hosted by Isabelle Lestra

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