Just relax and enjoy in the heart of the Cathar Country near Carcassonne

Holiday cottage Vent Tramontane, named after the north-north-west wind coming over the Pyrenees and blowing direction the "Golfe du Lion".

A very spacious and very comfortable apartment designed for 1 to 8 people, in the heart of the Cathar Country close to Carcassonne. The views from the lounge, the kitchen and the terrace are breathtaking. 

3 bedrooms:

a first bedroom with a queen size bed and ensuite bathroom with a walk-in shower, a sink and a toilet. 

a second one with a king size bed or two single beds 

a third bedroom with two single beds of 0.80 m or one double bed of 1m60. 

a second bathroom with bath/shower and sink. 

a second separate toilet. 

a comfortable lounge with a double sofabed. 

a dining area. 

a well equipped kitchen with: an oven - a ceramic hob (induction & gaz)- a microwave - a fridge - a coffee maker - a kettle- a dishwasher- crockery - cutlery - a toaster - etc. 

a beautiful terrace (semi covered) of 35 m² south orientated with fantastic views. An electric BBQ is available. 

a private laundry room with a washing machine, a freezer and a dressing room.  

free wireless internet access. 

television via Orange TV (languages: french/english) and Blu-Ray/DVD reader. 

access to the swimming pool area and garden. 

access to the playground. 

access to the laundry room with a washing machine and a dryer. 

a private parking with charging point for EV. 

a bike and motor bike storage with possibilities for charging E-Bike.

La Monèze Basse-, is situated in an oasis of peace, between the mountains and the sea, and is surrounded by vineyards. Discover the history of the Cathar Country, with its numerous castles, abbeys, medieval villages and the walled city of Carcassonne. Taste the rich flavours of the area, for instance, by enjoying a good wine tasting. Our property is located at the crossroads of some of the largest wine regions of France, among which most famously: the Corbières, Minervois, Razès, Limoux (Blanquette de Limoux), Malpère and Cabardès regions. There many more local delicacies to be enjoyed, such as a 'cassoulet', some 'foie gras', 'magret de canard', truffles, or something sweeter, perhaps, like the nougat of Limoux. Daily markets, such as the one held medieval town of Mirepoix allow for a discovery and tasting of all these local treasures. There are also seasonal fairs, like the winterly truffle fairs, the famous 'Toques et Clochers' in spring time (to taste the Blanquette and wines of Limoux), etc.

Given the central location of our domain, you can engage in numerous sports activities in a beautiful, natural setting:

kayak (in Alet les Bains), rafting (in Axat), mountain biking (in Limoux), fishing (Limoux), skiing (Ax-les-Thermes and Mont d'Olmes), speleology (Caves of Agazou and Cabrespine) and the numerous marked walks across the Upper Valley of the river Aude, some of which start at La Monèze. In the surrounding area (max 30 minutes by car): climbing, swimming, golf, hiking, mountain biking, cycling, horseback riding, sailing, (float ) flying, etc.