Places to Stay in the Minervois
The Minervois spans 2 departments, the Aude and the Herault and stretches from Carcassonne to Narbonne and northwards towards the Montagne Noire from the Canal du Midi. It is a place of fantastic beauty with an incredible history. At its heart is the village of Minerve which 800 years ago sheltered a small group of Cathars from the Popes mercenary Simon du Montfort. The siege ended in a bloody massacre and the lives of the people are remembered with a stone-carved dove outside the little church in the town of Minerve. Minerve is perched over the meeting of 2 rivers the Cesse and the Brian. These rivers have tunnelled through deep gorges and are surrounded by garrigue smothered hills. You can also visit Caunes-Minervois famed for its pink marble and the picturesque abbey and surrounded by vineyards and hiding little chapels and churches amongst them. 
All the vineyards face south in this beautiful part of the Languedoc and the resulting wines are often elegant and brimming with fruit and the perfume of the herbs growing in the wild garrigue. In 1998 the first and so far the only cru of the Minervois was created, La Livinière. The area lies in the foothills of the Montagne Noire surrounding the pretty village of the same name.
Vineyard Touring
We are based here in the Minervois in the village of Caunes-Minervois where we run not only tours but also regular wine courses. You can choose to tour the Minervois with us or from here we can take you to any of the regions. Take a look at the tours that are available
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We found some of the finest places for you to stay
in the Minervois
Pure France
Pure France holiday rental French villas with private pools in the Languedoc Roussillon.
Domaine de Palatz
Domaine de Palatz is situated in the Minervois region close to Carcassonne. It is set amongst the vines where you will find tranquillity and peace. Here there are three luxury stone-built cottages available to let as well as luxury bed and breakfast accommodation.
This is one of our most popular hotels and is ideal for clients who prefer some self catering facailities.
Le Domaine aux Quat’Saisons
Le Domaine aux Quat'Saison offers impeccable accommodation in a fully restored 19th century country mansion, in true Languedoc style. The house was built in 1882 and retains its original features: flamboyant marble fireplaces, encaustic tiled floors, and wood panelling. The house has its own 2 acre private landscaped garden, swimming pool and vineyard and the rooms have been designed with true style and comfort in mind. Guests can stay in self catering or bed and breakfast accommodation and dinner with regional wines is offered 3 times a week.
Au Pont Romain
'Au Pont Romain' is situated in the foothills of the Montagne Noire and just a 15 minute stroll from the village of Caunes-Minervois and offers wonderful chambre d'hote, apartment and gite accommadation. There are a number of apartments available such as 'Le Jardin' which is a bright, spacious suite with 2 bedrooms. La Montagne is a lovely two storey Gite with a large patio, La Riviere is a superb three bedroom Gite beside the river, which sleeps six people. Le Pont has specular views of the garden and mountains beyond and Le Moulin is a characterful one bedroom gite on two floors. Finally there is L'Olivette situated just opposite Au Pont Romain and nestling in a hillside of olives. This is a completely private villa with absolutely stunning scenery. The villa has its own private pool, both Main House and Apartment have a private terrace with umbrellas, furniture and BBQ.
Le Vieux Relais
Le vieux Relais is a beautifully restored 18th century coaching inn with courtyard garden and swimming pool in a traditional village offering luxury catered holidays and B & B in the heart of the Languedoc.
Our House In France
Beautifully restored rental cottages in the village of Trausee in the Minervois. Our houses are perfect for people to use as a base to explore this whole area of France as there is a lot to see.
Château La Villatade
Château La Villatade is a Working vineyard in Minervois region of the Languedoc and offers charming B&B and house rentals and is ideally situated for those looking for authenticity and Cathar ruins in the Aude region and is only 15 Km from Carcassonne and its walled fortress.
Manoir Theron
Manoir Theronoffers a luxurious self catering retreat in the heart of the Minervois. The house, having been recently refurbished, sleeps up to 12 persons in 6 bedrooms, each with their own bathroom or shower room. The Manoir has its own private pool in a south facing garden, ideal for relaxing and alfresco living. Take a look at their web site which has lots of photos and information.
Chateau Du Puits Es Pratx
Chateau Du Puits Es Pratx is between Carcassonne and Narbonne this Napoleonic 3rd Chateau was once the largest wine domaine in Ginestas. The current owners have preserved it’s unique character and offer both Chambres D’Hôtes du Charme and self-catering accommodation within 6 acres of gardens and vineyard with heated pool. A friendly, 'home from home' environment has been created that is relaxed and informal and the original wine ‘Cave’ has been restored as a superb restaurant called ‘L’Es Pratx’ from which Wine tasting tuition, Creative courses and musical soirées are held.
La Celeste
La Celeste is a well presented villa surrounded by vineyards with a lovely terrace and private pool. The house is self contained on both levels and is particularly ideal for two families, couples or groups holidaying together but who are also able to enjoy their own space and privacy. The villa is situated on a winding country lane leading out of the village of Marseillette, which enjoys the distinction of having the famous Canal du Midi running through one side of the village and the river Aude through the other.
Maison Minervois
Maison Minervois is set in the wonderful village of Caunes-Minervois close to the world heritage site of La Cité, Carcassonne, this recently rennovated, delightful village house stretches over 4 storeys. It has 2 terraces over-looking the medieval village of Caunes-Minervois with its twisting narrow streets that surround the magnificent 8th century Abbey that lies at its heart. It is in the grounds of the Abbey that delightful open-air classical music concerts take place from July to early August each year. The property has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and sleeps 6 in comfort. It has been thoughtfully and stylishly renovated in 2008 and benefits from a new kitchen and new bathrooms, whilst still retaining many of the original features of the house. It’s just a few steps away from the centre of village and the attractive shops where you can buy bread, meat and all your day-to-day needs.
Parc de Lignieres
Parc de Lignieres is a traditional 17th century Maison de Maitre situated in the middle of an ancient village, Trausse de Minervois, in the Languedoc region. 
The village is surrounded by vineyards, and is only a few minutes walk from the foothills of the Montaigne Noir. This former wine maker’s family house, which covers 250 square meters inside, is simply laid out. Upstairs there are five double bedrooms sleeping 12 comfortably. The large swimming pool in the rear garden was build in 2007 and is set in an area where there is maximum sun during the day. To the front of the house is a private courtyard, surrounded by the walls of the house and barns. The courtyard is very private and can be a sun trap. All the shuttered doors to the house open onto the courtyard, and you can enjoy breakfast on the lawn. Twelve Lime and Chestnut trees provide shelter from the summer sun, and are often nested in during the Spring.
La Gaillard
La Gaillard Try out French village life in this lovingly restored 2 bedroomed, 2-bathroomed house in the medieval heart of Caunes Minervois. It has thick stone walls, huge wooden beams, an old claw-foot tub, a charming garden for outdoor 
dining and a kitchen fireplace you could roast a pig in. The comfortable upstairs and downstairs bedrooms, each have an adjoining bathroom, with the kitchen and living room on the floor in between - perfect for two couples travelling together. Walls are original stone, or hand-plastered and painted in soft pastels. The garden is accessed from the living room. The house is fully equipped with pots and pans, maps and guidebooks, and everything else you'll need for a comfortable stay. You can even use the bicycles!
Le Bijou
Le Bijou Your own pied-a-terre in Languedoc's Minervois wine country! The thick stone walls remind you that it was once a farmer's remise, but this contemporary re-model features an entire wall of sliding glass 
doors, an open-air dining terrace, a washing machine and high-speed wireless internet. The little house is on tiny Impasse Montgaillard in the medieval center of Caunes Minervois, a traditional village in the heart of Languedoc-Roussillon. Caunes is famous for its vineyards, red marble quarries, 8th-century abbey, and more recently, its thriving arts and music scene. Caunes Minervois is just 20 minutes from bustling Carcassonne, but has everything you need for comfortable village living. Around the corner from Le Bijou are a baker, a green-grocer, the local bank, and the town café. Romantic mountain castles, picturesque villages, the Canal du Midi and dozens of wineries are a few minutes drive from town; Mediterranean beaches are only an hour away.e Bijou features a quiet downstairs bedroom with plenty of storage space, and an upstairs kitchen - living-room combination. It's perfect for single travellers or a couple. Original stone walls are set off by contemporary lighting and eclectic furnishings. The upstairs living area opens via sliding doors onto the spacious terrace. The house is fully equipped with everything you'll need for a comfortable stay.
Villa des Rosiers 
Villa des Rosiers is a delightful, newly-refurbished villa in a peaceful village, surrounded by vineyards, in the Minervois. With great views of the Montagnes Noir, the fully-equipped Villa des Rosiers offers generous, superior accommodation for 6 adults: 3 bedrooms (all en-suite), large kitchen and dining area, spacious lounge and shady loggia overlooking the pool, gardens and wonderful countryside beyond.
Lou Ciganlou
Lou Ciganlou is a beautifully restored village house with garden and view over the vineyards, near Minerve situated in the quiet hamlet of Babio at a mere 3 kms from La Caunette and around 8 kms from Minerve. The house has a fully equipped kitchen (dish washer washing machine, induction cooker, oven, coffee maker etc), dining room with French windows onto terrace, lounge, 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The lovely shaded garden is just across the quiet little village road from the terrace. It has romantic corners to sit and relax and a delicious view on the vineyards and the distant hills. There is ample garden furniture and of course a fine BBQ. Just the place to read or to have dinner under the stars accompanied by the music of the cigales...
The owner has a well developed sense of styling. She has furnished and decorated the house with a wonderful eye for detail. A well balanced combination of modern comfort and brocante furniture. The walls have been painted with delicate pastels: beige, lavender and pale yellow. A wonderful French village house.
Midihideaways.com
MidiHideaways.com - The holiday properties for rent on this site are all located in the Languedoc-Roussillon. Whether you are looking to rent an apartment, a village house or a villa with swiming pool for your holiday, you'll be able to find something to suit your needs. We have highlighted one of their cottages Les Remparts below.
Les Remparts in Bize-Minervois
Les Rempartsis a traditional village house in the centre of Bize Minervois, close to amenities and the wonderful river pool. The house was built into the fortifications of the village, which can be noted by the thickness of some of the walls. Les Remparts offers comfortable accommodation for four persons (two bedrooms) and has a fantastic roof terrace.
Hortensia Cottage
Hortensia Cottage is on the edge of the charming village of Siran, in the heart of the Minervois wine region. Hortensia Cottage is tucked away in a quiet corner, within easy walking distance of the village centre where there is a small shop, boulangerie, friendly bar & an excellent restaurant. This 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom holiday cottage in France is an old stone cottage with two totally private walled courtyards to the front & rear with jasmine, hydrangea and garden furniture.
Estival
Estival is an independent English family run gite complex in Sainte Valiere in the South of France that attracts holidaymakers in peak season ( May - Sept) & provides the perfect haven for those wanting to relax. Also available in the winter months. It also offers the perfect short-term home for perspective buyers looking to move to the area with owner's Harry & Neica Sleep's excellent knowledge of French life, having set up this home and business in Sainte Valiere over 9 years ago. The enclosed complex of Ancient stone buildings have been exquisitely converted to give two tastefully designed house's and one secluded studio all with their own patio's overlooking landscaped gardens, south facing, and a gated Swimming pool, with on site secured parking.
Sous d'Olivier
Sous d'Olivier is owned by Deborah and Georges who welcome you to their charming bed and breakfast in Trausse. The old winegrower's house is situated in the heart of the Minervois. Sous l'Olivier is a charming 'stop off' with its lovely sunny patio overlooking the garden and private pool. In this peaceful setting breakfast is served with the Black Mountain as a backdrop. The three bedrooms, all with shower/WC are on the first floor.There is a private car parking area and also a large garage for cycles and motorbikes.
Les Cyprès
Les Cyprès in Caunes-Minervois is a charming gite for up to four people. It is peacefully situated in extensive gardens, with pool, but just a five minute walk from the centre of the attractive village of Caunes-Minervois with all amenities.