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Péniche Mirage, Guest room

Houseboat in Carcassonne with a hot tub

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Outdoor dining
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hair dryer, towels, toilet paper
Miscellaneous
Miscellaneous

Entire house boat

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2140 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Carcassonne, Aude
  • Place, Écluse d'Herminis
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Château Comtal
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Carcassonne (CCF-Pays Cathare)
    ‪8 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Carcassonne

This houseboat places you next to Canal du Midi and Écluse d'Herminis. This houseboat welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and a hot tub.

What's nearby

  • Écluse d'Herminis - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne - 11 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Château Comtal - 11 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Aude Gate - 12 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Le Musée de la Torture de Carcassone - 12 min drive - 6.1 miles

Getting around

  • Bram Station - 16 min drive
  • Carcassonne (CCF-Pays Cathare) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Trib's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Le Roc Ouest - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Buffet d'Asie - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Le Jardin de l'Estagnol - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire house boat to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Péniche Mirage, Guest room

Looking for atypical accommodation? Mirage is an authentic grain barge from the 1950s, fully restored.
Its charm is matched only by the beauty of the ‘Canal du Midi’ where it is moored at the Herminis sluice in Carcassonne.
The barge can accommodate up to 6 persons in three comfortable air-conditioned cabins, equipped with queen size beds, their private bathrooms and restrooms.
On the deck, you can relax on the 50 m2 (538 sq ft) teak terrace turned into a real living room with its outdoor Lounge Chairs, comfortable armchairs, and hot tub. You will be able to enjoy the charm and peace of the canal's banks in the middle of the largest vineyard in Europe.

This floating guest house will charm you for a night or a stay. As a couple or with friends, come to discover this atypical and unusual place.

Whether sweet or salty, a breakfast that will satisfy all gourmets and gourmands will be served to you.

Just a few minutes from the center of the historical city of Carcassonne and its medieval city, a tourist hotspot classified by UNESCO, come and refill your batteries in the exceptional setting offered aboard Mirage
Guests can expect to find free WiFi.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 140 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near this houseboat?

This houseboat is located in Carcassonne and just steps from Canal du Midi and Écluse d'Herminis. You'll also find Canal du Midi Harbor Master's Office and Parc du Père Noël within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Péniche Mirage, Guest room?

As of Nov 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Péniche Mirage, Guest room on Nov 24, 2025 start from $200.32, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Will I be able to park at this houseboat?

No, this houseboat doesn't offer parking.

Is this houseboat adjacent to a casino?

No, this houseboat is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this houseboat?

No, this houseboat doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

Are there hot tubs at Péniche Mirage, Guest room?

Yes, this houseboat has a spa tub.

Does this houseboat provide breakfast?

No, this houseboat doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this houseboat allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this houseboat.

Does this houseboat have connecting rooms?

No, this houseboat doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to this houseboat?

The closest major airport to this houseboat is Carcassonne (CCF-Pays Cathare), which is 4.2 mi away (16 minutes by car). Another top airport is Castres (DCM-Mazamet), which is around 21.9 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Péniche Mirage, Guest room?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Péniche Mirage, Guest room.

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