Situated between Carcassonne and the Mediterranean coast lies the small medieval town of Caunes-Minervois. ‘Au Pont Romain’ is situated in the foothills of the Montagne Noire and just a 15 minute stroll from Caunes with its restaurants, bars, shops, Art galleries and other local artisans.
We want you to relax and enjoy your holiday, therefore we offer on Sunday evenings a BBQ/Pizza evening , great home grown food & local produce, wines from the area, great company (we hope! ) and you don’t have to go far to get to bed.
Explore this web-site and we think you will agree that this is the just the place to spend a week or two!
La Riviere - A superb three bedroom Gite beside the river, which sleeps six people.
Entry is through the large veranda, where there is room to dine or sit and relax.
It comprises:
Sitting/dining area – is light and airy, with a wood burning stove for the winter months.
Bedroom 1 – a double bedroom leading from the sitting/dining area and up two steps. This bedroom has a large window with wonderful views of the garden and mountains beyond.
Kitchen – leads off from the living area and includes a four ring gas hob, dishwasher, combination microwave and fridge freezer, plus a coffee machine
Shower room – with shower, hand basin, WC and heater/heated towel rail.
Bedroom 2 – with two single beds.
Bedroom 3 – with large bunk beds
Outside
There is a large fully furnished patio with a gas BBQ & comfortable seating area.
Kitchenware Appliances
Fixtures & Equipment
External Features
Other Interior Facilities
Coffee machine
Local Attractions
Caunes Minervois - Caunes is a thriving small town with a selection of shops, including an ATM, Post Office ,Boulangerie and small supermarket with an award winning butcher. The Bar/Tabac is a popular and busy place with a restaurant. There are several other restaurants in Caunes and the surrounding villages. There is also a Pharmacy.
Caunes Minervois is famous for its imposing Abbey (founded circa780) and for its red marble, that adorns many of the Cathedrals and Churchs of the region.
Caunes is known as a popular place for Arts & Crafts, and there are several workshops to visit, including Bob Kimberley’s Jewellery Workshop, Nele’s Art Gallery and Lionel’s Pottery.
Events - There are many Exhibitions and Festivals taking place throughout the year, and many Concerts including the Bastille Day Fireworks and the July Carcassonne Festival.
La Cité - You cannot visit this area of France without wandering around the 13th century medieval castle in Carcassonne.
The Canal du Midi runs for some 240km from the
Rental Rates for this Property
Rental Period | Starting Date | Ending Date | Minimum Stay | Rate Per Month | Rate Per Week | Rate Per Week Day | Rate Per W/End Day |
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Low Season | Jan 1, 2025 | Apr 30, 2025 | 7 | EUR 721.00 | |||
Mid Season | May 1, 2025 | Jun 30, 2025 | 7 | EUR 966.00 | |||
Peak Season | Jul 1, 2025 | Aug 31, 2025 | 7 | EUR 1232.00 | |||
Mid Season | Sep 1, 2025 | Sep 30, 2025 | 7 | EUR 966.00 | |||
Low Season | Oct 1, 2025 | Dec 31, 2025 | 7 | EUR 721.00 |
Special Rental Conditions
For our gites, the minimum night stay during Low & Mid season is 3 nights. During High season (May-August) it's 7 nights.
If you wish to book a shorter break please see the details for our Chambre D’hote.
2. We would prefer it if you could plan to arrive at Au Pont Romain no earlier than 3pm on your first day (so we have time to get it all looking great for you) and be ready to leave at around 10am on your last day however we accept that due to flight scheduling this isn’t always possible so if you have an early or late flight please let us know so that we can accommodate your needs and provide you with facilities until you are ready to leave.
3. Your booking is not confirmed until we receive a 30% non-refundable deposit no later than 5 days after you make a provisional booking with
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Property Exterior
Local Attractions
Caunes Minervois is famous for its imposing Abbey (founded circa780) and for its red marble, that adorns many of the Cathedrals and Churchs of the region.
Caunes is known as a popular place for Arts & Crafts, and there are several workshops to visit, including Bob Kimberley’s Jewellery Workshop, Nele’s Art Gallery and Lionel’s Pottery.
Events - There are many Exhibitions and Festivals taking place throughout the year, and many Concerts including the Bastille Day Fireworks and the July Carcassonne Festival.
La Cité - You cannot visit this area of France without wandering around the 13th century medieval castle in Carcassonne.
The Canal du Midi runs for some 240km from the
In the area
This Property is situated in Aude, Languedoc-Roussillon
Nearest Airport: Carcassonne airport – 25km (30mins)
Nearest Station: Carcassonne (TGV) – 22km (25 mins)
Nearest Ferry: La Rochelle - 538km (5 hours)
Nearest Beach: Narbonne Plage - 67km (1 hr 7min)
Nearest Ski Resort: Andorra – 206km (3 hrs 25 mins)
Please note that the location on this map is an approximate guide, normally to the closest town or village.