Property Apartments
Sleeps 6
Single/Double 4 / 1
Bathrooms 1
Pets Allowed
Pool Yes
Self Catering Holiday Gites to rent in Caunes-Minervois, Aude, Languedoc / La Riviere Sleeps 6 people
At Au Pont Romain we offer four self-catering gites to rent in stunning and peaceful surroundings, in the beautiful Languedoc region of the South of France. There is a large enclosed pool with stunning views of the mountains within the large garden area. It is a wonderful area of France to be on holiday at any time of the year! We are situated between Carcassonne and the Mediterranean coast in the small medieval town of Caunes-Minervois. We are a 10 minute walk, along a quiet road, from Caunes Minervois, with it's historically famous Abbey. There are many varied walks and Cycle routes for all ages in the Minervois region which includes the Montagne Noire and the Canal du Midi.
We aim to make it a relaxing and enjoyable experience for everyone who stays. During the summer we offer three evening events. On the Friday night we offer you a free wine tasting, sampling some of what we feel is our regions finest. Should you wish to do so, you can purchase them from us at a very competitive price, either to drink here or take home. On Sunday evenings we have a BBQ, serving great food and wine. On Wednesday evenings we offer a three course evening meal and an optional two course meal for the children. This has proved very popular with our guests on their last night, or after a busy day mid holiday.
LA RIVIERE is a lovely well appointed 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.
The gite 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.
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.
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Self Catering Holiday Gites to rent in Caunes-Minervois, Aude, Languedoc / La Riviere
Swimming pool
Outside La Riviere
Rear Garden area
The Canal du Midi
The Roman Bridge in spring
A view of Caunes and it's Abbey from the Mountains
La Riviere - Main Bedroom
La Riviere - Veranda
La Riviere - Kitchen
La Riviere - Seating Area
La Riviere - Patio Area 1
Kitchenware Appliances
Fixtures & Equipment
External Features
Other Interior Facilities
TV Satellite, DVD Player, CD Player, Internet Access, Wifi Access
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. This red marble was transported from the quarries on the outskirts of Caunes to amongst others, the ‘Au Pont Romain’ marble cutting Mill. Alongside the mill streams in the garden sit large uncut pieces of the marble, reminding us of the history of ‘Au Pont Romain’.
Caunes is a thriving small town with a selection of shops, including a Bank, Post Office and Boulangerie. The Bar/Tabac is a popular and busy place with a restaurant. There are several other restauraunts in Caunes and the surrounding villages. Caunes is known as a popular place for Arts & Crafts, and there are several workshops to visit, including our own on site where Su creates Stained Glass Work. You can watch things being made at these workshops and indulge yourself if you wish to purchase anything.
There are many Exhibitions and Festivals taking place throughout the year, and many Concerts, the July Classical Concerts in the Caunes Abbey gardens on Friday evenings are a must.
‘Au Pont Romain’ is a great place from which to explore the region and below are some of the places we and our previous guests have enjoyed:
La Cité – You cannot visit this area of France without wandering around the 13th century medieval castle in Carcassonne. From there it is a pleasant stroll down across the river Aude to the newer area of the City. This vibrant city has as you would expect an interesting selection of shops, Cafés/Bars and Restaurants. The main square ‘Place Carnot’ is a great place to sit in and people watch, with a coffee or beer. There is a thriving Market on Saturdays and Tuesdays, where you can sample and buy many of the local produce.
The Canal du Midi runs for some 240km from the river Garonne at Toulouse, via Castelnaudary, Carcassonne and Béziers, to the Mediterrianean at Agde or Séte. You can bike or walk along the meandering towpaths or take one of the relaxing boat trips. Great in the hot weather as you get pleasant shade from the many Plane and other
trees that line the Canal.
The Mediterranean is about 1 hrs drive from us if you head to Narbonne Plage, but a little further takes you to some of the many interesting fishing villages along the coast, with pretty Marinas and stunning beaches.
The Montagne Noire Caves are very interesting and there are several incredible caves for you to see, just a short drive from us. Cabrespine is 10 mins away and is the largest, at a phenomenal 250 metres high.
The Cathar trail is great for people interested in the local history, the famous Cathar castles are a must. Montsegur, Quéribus and Peyrepertus being the most famous and the climb to the top of them is well worth the effort and the views are breathtaking. The small town of Minerve (being the last standpoint of the Cathars) is at the meeting point of two gorges and with it’s ‘Pont Natural’ is an amazing place to visit.
City trips to visit by car:
Albi 2 hrs
Toulouse 1 hr 25 mins
Beziers 1 hr
Montpellier 1 hr 45 mins
Limoux 1 hr 25 mins
If you wish to leave the car behind there are many local walking and/or cycling circuits to enjoy, and being keen walkers ourselves we are happy to offer you advice on walks and have many Information sheets and Maps as well as a selection of bikes.
Minervois Wines - if you are interested in finding out more about the wines of our region, we are also happy to help you and will kick start this with our Friday evening wine tasting. We can also book or recommend places for you to go for a Tasting.
Golf - there are 18 hole Golf courses at Carcassonne, Beziers and Toulouse.
For outdoor activities, Museums and other places of interest there is a large selection of information leaflets in our gites and we are happy to help you if you need to book or require more information on anything.
You will not be short of things to do if you manage to tear your self away from our pool!
Special Rental Conditions
We only accept pets in La Riviere upon request.
All our apartments have everything you will need to cater for your holiday.
The kitchens are well equipped and have a refrigerator, 4-burner gas hob, Microwave and crockery, cutlery, glasses, pots and pans etc.
The apartments also have a TV, DVD player and Music centre with a small selection of CD’s and DVD’s, there is also a hair drier.
Each apartment has it’s own furnished patio with a gas BBQ.
All linen and bathroom towels are provided and a change of them offered weekly but towels for the pool are not provided by us.
There is a washing machine and tumble drier available for your use @ € 7 a load including the washing liquid. And use of an iron and ironing board.
There is a cot and High Chair available on request but for your own peace of mind please supply your own bedding for the cot.
The swimming pool is 5×10 metres and is equipped with an Ionisation filtration system which means only a small amount of Chlorine is added, great for the skin and hair!
If at the end of your stay you do not wish to clean your Gite we will do it for you, for just € 40.
Our Friday night wine tastings are free. The BBQ’s on Sunday evenings including all food and drink costs € 22 for adults and €11 for children over five.
The three course evening meal on Wednesdays costs € 25 for adults, and a children’s two course meal costs € 12.This also includes all food and drink.
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Property Exterior
Local Attractions
Caunes is a thriving small town with a selection of shops, including a Bank, Post Office and Boulangerie. The Bar/Tabac is a popular and busy place with a restaurant. There are several other restauraunts in Caunes and the surrounding villages. Caunes is known as a popular place for Arts & Crafts, and there are several workshops to visit, including our own on site where Su creates Stained Glass Work. You can watch things being made at these workshops and indulge yourself if you wish to purchase anything.
There are many Exhibitions and Festivals taking place throughout the year, and many Concerts, the July Classical Concerts in the Caunes Abbey gardens on Friday evenings are a must.
‘Au Pont Romain’ is a great place from which to explore the region and below are some of the places we and our previous guests have enjoyed:
La Cité – You cannot visit this area of France without wandering around the 13th century medieval castle in Carcassonne. From there it is a pleasant stroll down across the river Aude to the newer area of the City. This vibrant city has as you would expect an interesting selection of shops, Cafés/Bars and Restaurants. The main square ‘Place Carnot’ is a great place to sit in and people watch, with a coffee or beer. There is a thriving Market on Saturdays and Tuesdays, where you can sample and buy many of the local produce.
The Canal du Midi runs for some 240km from the river Garonne at Toulouse, via Castelnaudary, Carcassonne and Béziers, to the Mediterrianean at Agde or Séte. You can bike or walk along the meandering towpaths or take one of the relaxing boat trips. Great in the hot weather as you get pleasant shade from the many Plane and other
trees that line the Canal.
The Mediterranean is about 1 hrs drive from us if you head to Narbonne Plage, but a little further takes you to some of the many interesting fishing villages along the coast, with pretty Marinas and stunning beaches.
The Montagne Noire Caves are very interesting and there are several incredible caves for you to see, just a short drive from us. Cabrespine is 10 mins away and is the largest, at a phenomenal 250 metres high.
The Cathar trail is great for people interested in the local history, the famous Cathar castles are a must. Montsegur, Quéribus and Peyrepertus being the most famous and the climb to the top of them is well worth the effort and the views are breathtaking. The small town of Minerve (being the last standpoint of the Cathars) is at the meeting point of two gorges and with it’s ‘Pont Natural’ is an amazing place to visit.
City trips to visit by car:
Albi 2 hrs
Toulouse 1 hr 25 mins
Beziers 1 hr
Montpellier 1 hr 45 mins
Limoux 1 hr 25 mins
If you wish to leave the car behind there are many local walking and/or cycling circuits to enjoy, and being keen walkers ourselves we are happy to offer you advice on walks and have many Information sheets and Maps as well as a selection of bikes.
Minervois Wines - if you are interested in finding out more about the wines of our region, we are also happy to help you and will kick start this with our Friday evening wine tasting. We can also book or recommend places for you to go for a Tasting.
Golf - there are 18 hole Golf courses at Carcassonne, Beziers and Toulouse.
For outdoor activities, Museums and other places of interest there is a large selection of information leaflets in our gites and we are happy to help you if you need to book or require more information on anything.
You will not be short of things to do if you manage to tear your self away from our pool!
In the area
This Property is situated in Aude, Languedoc-Roussillon
Nearest Airport: Carcassonne - 25 Minutes
Nearest Station: Carcassonne
Nearest Ferry:
Nearest Beach: Mediterranean beach - 50 minutes
Nearest Ski Resort:
Please note that the location on this map is an approximate guide, normally to the closest town or village.
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