Welcome to the Loft du Vigneron : an imaginatively restored wine barn transformed into a 3-bedroom loft-apartment with a glorious terrace Reviews

Elaine and Chris, Hertfordshire, UK
A bit later than planned, but at last we got here (for our eleventh stay)! It is of course quite different in the Languedoc in late autumn, but just as beautiful as ever. We have had a lovely relaxing time - which we certainly needed! As always, Karen and Russell were wonderful hosts and we very much enjoyed their hospitality and their company. And great to see Mack and Mabel again. À la prochaine fois! (See you next time!).

Lauren and Yaman, Lisbon, Portugal and London, UK
Thank you so much for the most incredible stay at the Loft du Vigneron - it's so beautiful! We had the most amazing time and are so grateful for how above and beyond you both went in hosting us. It was also really wonderful to get to know you both and hear your brilliant stories! Hopefully we’ll see you again one day soon!

The Atkinson Family, Norfolk, London and Kent, UK
Thank you so much for our stay here, we've really had an amazing time. And the villa is something special! A fabulous time - we can't believe it’s time to go home!

Emily, Ed and Isabella, Wandsworth, London, UK
Many thanks for welcoming us at the Loft; we have had such a lovely stay here. You have taken such great care to ensure that the house is as comfortable as possible for your guests, and we have really enjoyed spending a peaceful week here. Your tips and suggestions for the local area were spot-on and we've had some delicious meals out, so thanks to you both! We also really enjoyed having a drink with you and exploring your next project - what an amazing house. We wish you all the best with that. Thanks again for making us all feel so welcome and for providing everything we needed to enjoy our time here.

My wife and I have been visiting France for over 20 years and The Loft is the best property we have stayed at. The photographs on the website do not do it justice. Russell and Karen have fitted out The Loft with wonderful taste and all of the bathrooms are top quality including the selection of toiletries left for their guests to use. Their attention to detail is second to none. We received an extensive welcome pack when we arrived at the house and Karen even delivered fresh pastries for breakfast on the Sunday morning from the local Boulangerie. Outside the house there is a beautiful pool and garden but the jewel in the crown is the large sheltered “porch area”. This is a half open and half covered space off the front of The Loft where you can choose sun or shade during the day. The BBQ is there along with a big dining table and also sofas for relaxing. It’s a fab place to eat and drink during the day or on an evening with a lovely view of the extensive gardens.
Rieux Minervois is a nice little town situated in the middle of the Minervois wine region It has a good Italian restaurant within 2 minutes walk from the house, which Karen kindly booked it for us for the night we arrived. The food was very good. The town is also well placed to visit Carcassonne, Narbonne and several of the coastal towns; we particularly enjoyed Gruissan. It is also surrounded by many other small villages with excellent restaurants if you want enjoy a lazy lunch during your holiday. Karen will even book them for you if you ask.
Overall we spent a lovely week in The Languedoc. Thank you Russell and Karen for your hospitality and for going to such lengths to make our holiday so memorable.

Adrian, Suzy, Elliot, Luke and Toby, Macclesfield, UK
What a fabulous villa! We had a great stay. Thanks for the warm welcome and a lovely holiday!

Paul, Deborah, Josh, Rosa, Rachel and Muneera, North London, UK
What a wonderful week we have had! Thank you so much for your incredible hospitality. The property you have out here is absolutely gorgeous and has been put together so beautifully. We have really appreciated all the finer touches - especially the wine on ice on arrival! We've had a great holiday with extraordinarily hot weather! Thank you for everything.

Bridgett, Darryl, Jacqueline and Jamie, Kent and Manchester, UK
Thank you so much for your incredible hospitality in your beautiful domaine, and also for all of the wonderful recommendations. We had an amazing visit and cannot wait to come back to explore more of this incredible region!

Andrew, Sarah, Rosie, Araminta and Cecily, Suffolk, UK
What a simply superb property you have out here. It far exceeded our wildest dreams and is the perfect pad to explore this part of France from. You are the most perfect hosts; seemingly nothing is too much trouble for you and your attention to detail is second to none. Thank you for your kindness and help, and here’s hoping that you might allow us to return!

Linda, Chris and Ivor, Geneva, Switzerland
Thank you so much Karen and Russell for your wonderful hospitality, kindness and care - it’s been lovely to have a drink, catch-up and laugh in your beautiful garden with you both and Mack and Mabel too! The Loft is stunning - with so many thoughtful touches from the beautifully chosen breakfast on the first morning to the extra adaptors. And not forgetting the stunning pool, beautiful garden and wonderful countryside! We hope to see you again one day, and the best of luck with the final renovations next door - not that you'll need it!!!