Three spacious apartments in a holiday gite with terrace, computer and original art in a pretty village south of Carcassonne. Each apartment has a large main living area and own computer with free Internet access and music system. They are tastefully decorated in their own individual style and each include a kitchen/diner with washing machine, full oven and hob, percolator, etc. The lounges each have double sofa-beds and there are separate bathrooms and WCs. Each apartment has use of the south-facing terrace with river view.

Prices given are for the 1st floor, the ground floor and 2nd floor are cheaper, please contact us for details. Ground floor (sleeps 1-4) includes king size bedroom, bathroom with bidet, door onto terrace. 1st floor (sleeps 4-6) includes double & twin bedrooms, kitchen with microwave, dining table that expands to seat ten, so that if you book more than one apartment, large groups can eat together in comfort. 2nd floor (sleeps 1-4) includes bedroom with four-poster bed, wood-burning stove, high-beamed ceiling, microwave, separate shower and bath.

They have double glazing and are designed in the French style, to stay as cool as possible in the summer and as warm as possible in the winter, with fans in each lounge and every bedroom. There is a computer with broadband Internet access in each apartment, which is free to use, saving you the expense and inconvenience of a visit to the Internet Cafe. This makes it an ideal base from which to find local holiday attractions, locate French houses or keep in touch with clients or friends.

The terrace (55 m2) is a south facing sun trap with two trees that provide ample shade in the long Mediterranean summer. The terrace overlooks the river Salz, a gently flowing tributary to the Aude, where you can watch the sun go down over the village while sipping your favourite tipple. There is also river swimming a short walk away. All guests have use of the terrace. The gites are tastefully decorated and include several paintings by the artist in residence Allison Carmichael. Allison is a professional artist and happens to be the co-proprietor of Gite des Cathares.

Children and well-behaved pets are welcome, with a cot, toy box, high chair and plastic utensils available for children under five. Please note that the apartments are non-smoking throughout.