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Beautiful 19th Century Cottage in Ariège in the countryside

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A stone building with blue shutters, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
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A two-story house with blue shutters and a garden with flowers.
A bedroom with a wooden bed, white bedding, a nightstand with a lamp, and a bedside table with a lamp.
A swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Enjoy the heated pool
    A rare find in this area - swim in comfort or have a relaxing dip.
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Ski lift privileges
  • Private pool
  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Lavelanet, Occitanie
  • Place, Musée du Textile et du Peigne en Corne
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Lac de Montbel
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Place, Pyrenees Ariégeoises Regional Natural Park
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Airport, Carcassonne (CCF-Pays Cathare)
    ‪83 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful 19th Century Cottage in Ariège in the countryside

Les Tournesols, or the sunflowers, is a 19th century estate, 2300m2, located in the lush countryside of the beautiful Ariège. It consists of a main house and an attached gite/cottage. At the moment only the gite/cottage is for rent, but the main house will never be occupied during your stay, giving you plenty of privacy to enjoy the beautiful garden and swimming pool.

The gite which is attached to the right side of the house, is self sufficient with 2 bedrooms, a kitchen and 2 ensuite bathrooms. There is central heating throughout the cottage. It has a private, sunny terrace attached, with tables chairs and sunloungers. The main garden has a heated swimming pool , which is completely private to you during your entire stay.(open July-Sep weather, conditions permitting). Parking on the property.

Nearest Facilities:
The estate is located close to Lavelanet (15min walking/short drive) which has supermarkets, boulangeries, post office, banks and a fresh food market every Friday. Carcasonne is 65 km away and Toulouse 90km, both of which have an airport.

Nearest sights:
- Lake Montbel: is a short 30 min drive, and provides facilities for kayaking, sailing and fishing.
- Mirepoix and Foix: famous Ariège medieval cities
- Montsegur: historic Cathare site (ruins) 20 minutes
- Monts d'Olmes: 23 km of ski pistes, altitude 1400-1900m, 30 minutes drive
- Andorra, 114 km, 2 hour scenic drive
- Saint Lizier: white water rafting, 70 min drive

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 6845731
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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

Lavelanet

Located in Lavelanet, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. Musée du Textile et du Peigne en Corne and Quercorb Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Château de Roquefixade and Château de Montségur. Discover the area's water adventures with rafting and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and cycling.
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Lavelanet, Occitanie

What's nearby

  • Musée du Textile et du Peigne en Corne - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Château de Montségur - 19 min drive - 16.4 km
  • Lac de Montbel - 25 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Pyrenees Ariégeoises Regional Natural Park - 25 min drive - 24.8 km
  • Les Monts d'Olmes - 41 min drive - 27.1 km

Getting around

  • Saint-Jean-de-Verges Station - 29 min drive
  • Carcassonne (CCF-Pays Cathare) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪A la Patate Qui Fume - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪l'auselou - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Palais Cathare - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Au P'tit Creux - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Beautiful 19th Century Cottage in Ariège in the countryside have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful 19th Century Cottage in Ariège in the countryside?

As of 22 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful 19th Century Cottage in Ariège in the countryside on 4 Oct, 2026 start from S$1,230, 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 Beautiful 19th Century Cottage in Ariège in the countryside pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beautiful 19th Century Cottage in Ariège in the countryside?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful 19th Century Cottage in Ariège in the countryside?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful 19th Century Cottage in Ariège in the countryside?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful 19th Century Cottage in Ariège in the countryside located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Musée du Textile et du Peigne en Corne and within 9 miles (15 km) of Circuit International de Lavelanet and Lac de Montbel. Château de Roquefixade and Château de Montségur are also within 9 miles (15 km).

About the host

Hosted by Cornelis Geboers

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We are a Dutch couple, and have travelled extensively before persuing our dream of owning a house in southern France. After a 3 year search, viewing over 80 properties in the region, we fell in love with this property. It's main advantages being a lovely French house in an unspoiled and charming countryside. Also with lots of attractions nearby (a lake, caves, skiing, Andora, medieval cities, historic ruins)

What makes this property unique

The estate located close to Lavelanet (15min walking/short drive) which has supermarkets, boulangeries, post office, banks and a fresh food market every Friday.
Les Tournesols is located in the middle of Cathare country, with it's unique history and historic buildings (e.g. Montsegur).

The location at the foot of the Pyrenees mountains provides lots of possibilities for outdoor activities, e.g. (electric) cycling, walking, climbing. Other nearby sights encompass:
- vineyards at Limoux and nearby carcasonne
- Lake Montbel: is a short 30 min drive, and provides facilities for kayaking, sailing and fishing
- Mirepoix and Foix: famous Ariege medieval cities
- Monts d'Olmes: with ski pistes, altitude 1400-1900m, 30 minutes drive
- Andorra, 114 km, 2 hour scenic drive
- Saint Lizier: white water rafting, 70 min drive
- Carcasonne is 65 km away
- Toulouse 90km
- Narbonne and Perpignan beach are a 1.5 hours drive.

Languages:

English, French, German, Dutch
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