This villa places you within a 10-minute stroll of Basilica of Saint-Nazaire and Château Comtal. The villa includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a balcony.
Le Musée de la Torture de Carcassone - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
Château Comtal - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
Narbonnaise Gate - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
Aude Gate - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
Getting around
Carcassonne Station - 6 min drive
Carcassonne (CCF-Pays Cathare) - 16 min drive
Restaurants
Le Trouvère - 11 min walk
Les Terrasses de la Cité - 12 min walk
Maison du Cassoulet - 12 min walk
Le Marcou - 11 min walk
La Taverne du Chateau - 11 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Villa with private pool in Carcassonne town, quiet area with castle views
With 3 large bedrooms and a couch bed in the living room, Maison Fortunat sleeps 6-8 adults comfortably. There is even extra space for a travel cot in two of the bedrooms. And the couch bed boasts a real double mattress. A spacious kitchen and living/dining room each seat 6 people round the table. Highchairs can be provided. The property is walled and private with its own swimming pool. Buggies and child car seats and toys are available. Maison Fortunat is only a 15-minute drive from Carcassonne airport and an hour's drive from Beziers or Toulouse airports. Most importantly, Maison Fortunat is in Carcassonne town itself, ideal for those who like to dine out and take advantage of the nightlife, as it is only a few minutes’ walk from the historic medieval city (la Cité). The house boasts views of la cité from the garden and sitting room. The house is only 10 minutes walk from a large shopping centre. A 20-minute walk or short bus ride will bring you into the heart of Carcassonne's Bastide, Place Carnot, Canal du Midi and the River Aude. Numerous bus routes run past the house. Carcassonne is a town of colourful festivals and events, wonderful food, wine and friendly local people, steeped in history and is a fantastic area to explore being only an hour from breathtaking walking, hiking, running, and beach destinations and two hours from ski locations.
The villa is heated and features a kitchen and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and a coffee maker.
Note from host: Non smoking except for designated outdoor area
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the city center
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near the sea
On a lake
Things to do
Water park
Basketball nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Ice skating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rafting nearby
Spelunking nearby
Swimming nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
Unit size: 1,292 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
This property welcomes pets
Dogs and cats only
3 total pets
Restrictions apply
For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals exempt from fees
Note from host: Chiens, chats accepté
Children and extra beds
Note from host: Baby equipment available. Lits pliables dispo.
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
Note from host: Amis autorisé pour manger, nager. Max 8 pou dormir
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
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: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 25
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
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.
Note from host: Amis autorisé pour manger, nager. Max 8 pou dormir
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.
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.
Property is also known as
Villa Carcassonne Town Quiet Area Castle Views
Villa Quiet Area Castle Views
Carcassonne Town Quiet Area Castle Views
Quiet Area Castle Views
Frequently asked questions
What is there to do around this villa?
Located steps from Basilica of Saint-Nazaire, this villa is in Carcassonne, and within a 10-minute walk of Château Comtal and Narbonnaise Gate. You'll also find Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne and Le Musée de la Torture de Carcassone less than a mile away.
Will I be able to park at this villa?
No, this villa doesn't offer parking.
Is this villa adjacent to a casino?
No, this villa is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this villa?
No, there is no indoor pool at this villa; however, the accommodation features a private pool.
What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Villa with private pool in Carcassonne town, quiet area with castle views?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside villa include a private pool and a kitchen along with a garden.
Does Villa with private pool in Carcassonne town, quiet area with castle views have a hot tub?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this villa.
Does this villa offer breakfast?
No, this villa doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this villa allow pets to stay for free?
Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this villa.
Does this villa have connecting rooms?
No, there aren't connecting rooms at this villa.
How far is the airport from this villa?
The closest major airport to this villa is Carcassonne (CCF-Pays Cathare), which is 4.1 mi away (16 minutes by car). Another top airport is Castres (DCM-Mazamet), which is around 24.3 mi away.
Can I book a room with a balcony at Villa with private pool in Carcassonne town, quiet area with castle views?
Yes, every villa at Villa with private pool in Carcassonne town, quiet area with castle views comes with a balcony.
Villa with private pool in Carcassonne town, quiet area with castle views Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 36 reviews
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Philippa G.
Sep 4, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location, amazing property
We stayed at this property for 2 weeks in August 2024. It is a lovely house with a gorgeous pool. The host Susan is the perfect mix of present but unobtrusive.
The surrounding area has so much to do, from caves and underground chasms to beautiful villages and Mediterranean beaches.
Highly recommend!
Philippa G.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lis B.
Aug 28, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Well equipped and ideal location.
Susan was a superb host, very helpful both before and during our stay. The house was very well maintained and equipped with everything you could possibly need, including an extensive book and DVD collection. Only a 10 minute walk the castle and to the local Aldi and Lidl, also close to the several bus routes. The pool was very well used throughout our stay and was clean and well maintained.
Thank you Susan, we had a wonderful time.
Lis B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Paul K.
Aug 28, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Villa with great private pool
Susan, was very welcoming. The villa was great, spacious and clean with everything we needed and the pool was fantastic to cool off in on the hot afternoons. Carcassonne itself was a delight with the Cite itself a short 10 minute walk away.
Paul K.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Robert L., Rotherham England
Jul 7, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Super house, pool and location
We had a lovely week staying in Maison Fortunat. All adults and our three year old granddaughter loved swimming and relaxing around the clean and well proportioned swimming pool which was especially welcome during some daytime temperatures of 30C plus. Although situated near a fairly busy road this did not impact on our enjoyment. It is a short walk into the Cité which is well worth exploring. The Bastide Saint-Louis is also within walking distance. This part of Carcassonne is also worth visiting especially on market days. We used the bus stop across the road to travel to Lac de la Cavayère (line 2a) which has a sandy beach, several adventurous activities and a beautiful circular walk around the lac.
Susan is an excellent host and provided plenty of helpful advice. All the rooms are spacious with ceiling fans. The kitchen is well equipped and the lounge which has a small balcony is a comfortable space to sit, relax and dine. Thank you Susan for a memorable stay in your property. A taxi from the airport to the property cost around 18 euros.
Robert L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Hilary N.
Sep 13, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
The property and pool were larger than I was expecting. Handy location with a bakery and Lidl 10 minutes walk away. We caught the bus just across the road to the lake and enjoyed the water park and inflatables there. Great to be able to walk to the castle. Susan was very kind and helpful.
Hilary N.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Andrew Q.
Sep 8, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Fab stay In Carcassonne
We had a wonderful holiday staying at this lovely villa. Great host and lots of tips for places to go.
We would love to stay here again.
Fab.
Andrew Q.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
8/10 Good
Michele C.
Aug 22, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely house, great location
We stayed in this well-equipped house as a family of four (2 adults and 2 teenage girls) in August. The property was very comfortable, with lots of spacious rooms and a great outdoor space. The pool was very refreshing after sunbathing in the complete sun-trap of a garden. We also enjoyed relaxing in the lounge after returning home from an evening out. (Lovely new sofas not shown in photos.) There were well-stocked bookshelves, and lots of dvds and games.
The house is an easy ten minute walk from La Cité, which is a beautiful place to visit. We dined out here most nights, and enjoyed exploring the little streets, restaurants and shops. The ramparts tour was fabulous and highly recommended - amazing views.
We also liked the Lower town which is a twenty minute walk away. Lots of shops, and a lovely square to sit and people watch whilst enjoying a drink or meal.
The fab boulangerie on the main road is a four minute walk away, and it's a ten minute walk to Lidl. We also liked the little Vival sipermarket on the walk back from the Lower town.
Susan was a lovely host - helpful but 'invisible'. Speedy responses to texts, and happy to book the taxi back to the airport for us.
We had a great holiday, and would happily stay at Maison Fortunat again if we ever returned to Carcassonne.
Michele C.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Matthew S.
Aug 19, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location and friendly host
We would highly recommend staying here! The property, was not only very large for a group of 4, it was also very well equipped with everything you need for a weeks stay. The pool area is fantastic; which given the 35 degree heatwave was great for relaxing and cooling off in.
Locations wise, the property is close by to an excellent bakery and two supermarkets. Carcassonne castle, which has an abundance of restaurants and shops within the walls is a very easy 10 minute walk away.
Susan the host was very welcoming and helpful, providing us with plenty of recommendations and also helping us with booking a taxi.
Thanks for a great stay! We would certainly come back!
Matthew S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
10/10 Excellent
Agustin M.
Aug 27, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
The best hub to explore pays de Cathares!
We wanted to have the right location to explore not only Carcassonne but also all sights related to pays Cathares. And we found it!
The house is great in all dimensions: location (15 min walk from Medieval cite of Carcasssone), space, facilities (great pool! - 5 min walk bakery - 5 min drive Lidl, etc) you name it.
On top of that Susan is an ideal host. She was great in helping us organise our schedule for the 8 days and gave us some fantastic tips in terms of locations and restaurants. And she was “invisible” even if she lives with her family on site.
I would thoroughly recommend Maison Fortunat and Carcassonne!!
Agustin M.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2019
10/10 Excellent
Natalie R., Surrey
Aug 26, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, lovely villa, amazing pool
We stayed at this villa for 10nights in August and it definitely didn’t let us down. There was 5 adults, 1 child and a dog. Rooms were spacious, living room was great looking over the pool and huge kitchen great for dining in. The most important thing we look for when booking a villa is the pool/outside area... and the pictures don’t do it enough justice, the pool is a great size which was well used due to amazing weather +35*c and great shady area to get out of the sun if needed. We walked to the castle ( Cité de Carcassonne) pretty much every night which is a 10 minute walk full of little shops, restaurants and bars great atmosphere and amazing sights. Susan was a great host and made us feel really welcomed in her home, she also helped us with organising a trip to the vets which was close by too. Would definitely recommend staying here if you want a chilled, historical and amazing holiday. Thank you Susan
Natalie R.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2019
10/10 Excellent
James Davids
Oct 8, 2018
Great stay
The property was spacious and clean. Susan was an excellent, attentive host and we had a fantastic weekend.
James Davids
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018
10/10 Excellent
Matt H.
Sep 17, 2018
The Villa is ideally located in Carcassonne for all the attractions
Susan made us most welcome and answered various questions giving good advice of places to visit. Ideal family Villa. We had a lovely time here and would recommend this Villa for other families. We had a party of 8 including 3 children. Thank you very much 👍✌️️😎
Matt H.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
6/10 Okay
Kevin B.
Aug 22, 2018
A Home From Home
Homely maison , comfortable and inviting . Nice pool area .
Susan made us very welcome and she is very helpful with any requirements . Castle is just a short walk away from house and town is a little further but also easily walkable .
The castle area is stunning and can be visited again and again, nice restaurants etc . We would hire a car next time to see more of the area but this visit we just wanted to relax .
The Celt Pub is also worth a visit , in town, a lively Irish bar !! ( Susan co- owns it, it's good )
Anyway thanks to Susan again , we enjoyed our stay at Maison Fortunat very much .
Kevin and Linda Barker
Kevin B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
10/10 Excellent
Brendan C., Dublin
Aug 7, 2018
Great property in an excellent location
This was a great property. It was large and spacious, and had everything we could have needed for our stay there. The private pool was great to have and was of a decent size. Also, the location of the house couldn't have been better especially seeing as we weren't hiring a car and were traveling everywhere by foot. The Medieval City was a short walk away, as was the town centre, two large supermarkets, a fantastic bakery, and countless restaurants. The house was perfect for our stay and I would gladly stay there again if visiting Carcassonne.
Brendan C.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2018
8/10 Good
Rowena G.
Oct 10, 2017
Super spot for a short break in the Languedoc region.
The villa is spacious, homely and well equipped with lots of little extras. Even small things like matches, salt, washing up liquid, which means less shopping to think of. The pool is great on a hot day, unfortunately we only had one in our September stay! The owners live in the basement flat and are there if needed. The villa is a short walk to La Cité and a 15 - 20 walk to the town centre. Apart from the Ramparts Museum in La Cité we particularly enjoyed an afternoon watching Carcassonne rugby team, a trip to Narbonne and a visit to a local vineyard Chateau de Pennaultier.
Just a couple of points to mention. There is a busy road outside the property which spoilt the enjoyment of the pool slightly but didn't stop us getting a good nights sleep. If you read about a super bakery nearby which other travelers used then just to let you know it isn't open for business anymore but there are other shops a short walk away.
Overall a lovely weeks holiday.
Rowena G.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017
8/10 Good
Gemma Jamieson
Jul 19, 2017
Lovely, well-situated villa
Fantastic property very close to the Cite! Susan was so helpful and went above and beyond to make our stay great. Thanks Susan, we will be back to Carcassonne!
Gemma Jamieson
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
8/10 Good
Caroll W., Abbotsford, BC. Canada
Jul 5, 2017
Great location!
It was perfect for our vacation, with the people we were with the rooms worked. Pool was awesome for the hot days. We had one rainy evening and so chose a video. There was a wonderful DVD collection. All in all a great rental.
Caroll W.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2017
10/10 Excellent
Hugh W.
Jun 22, 2017
Maison Fortunat was perfect!
We spent a week in Maison Fortunat from 1st - 7th June 2017, we had visited Carcassonne to run in the 3rd Carcassonne Marathon and had chosen this as our base. I'm not always lucky in my choice of accommodation but in this case I was, and I was more than delighted! This villa was typically French with high ceilings (many with fans - very welcome addition!), beautiful tiled floors and all the modern appliances you would expect. The bedrooms were spacious (again all with fans) and the master was kitted with a very decent shower and large sink. The décor was tasteful and really made the place feel like home!
When in France one of my guilty pleasures is a visit to the boulangerie, Maison Fortunat is lucky to have a modern boutique-style one just 90 seconds walk away. All breads (and cakes) are made fresh daily, so I promptly return with an armful of baguettes, croissants and choclatines. We enjoyed breakfast on the cute balcony overlooking the pool with the sun in our faces - throw in some rich coffee and...perfect. Breakfast lasted a lonnnnng time on that balcony!
The pool is the perfect size, large enough to swim, play volleyball or simply jump in and out a thousand times! We found ourselves lounging on the sunbeds quite a lot here (sunshine all day as the pool is south facing). Adults and kids will love this pool, not to mention the shaded chill out area or the bar-b-que spot, this "yard" as we would call it back in Belfast, pretty much had all we'd need for a great relaxing time.
We didn't have our own boys with us this time - at 15 and 12 with exams :( but we will be returning, with them in tow. Kids of all ages will find Maison Fortunate a great place to stay. As I mentioned the pool is perfect, there are any number of DVD's and satellite channels to watch on the large screen TV (not that we did, but they're there if needed), but more importantly Carcassonne itself is full of amazing places to visit - but that is for another blog! In short Carcassonne is large enough to have lots for everyone but is close enough to some other major French cities should you require greater stimulation.
The castle is worth spending at least a day at.
Thank you Susan and Matt for the warm friendly welcome, Maison Fortunat was exactly what we needed (ps the multiple books and guides were a massive help too). We're very much looking forward to visiting next year again!
Hugh Watters & Edel Scanlon
Belfast, NI
Hugh W.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2017
10/10 Excellent
Breda McColgan
Jan 11, 2017
We had expected Maison Fortunate to be nice, but it was wonderful..
We spent two weeks at the property from 5-19 September 2016. The house was really tastefully decorated yet was homely and comfortable. It was equipped with everything we needed. Susan was welcoming and we knew we could call on her if we had a problem, needed information about the area or anything else. The house is ideally located for walking into town or driving further afield - some of us were only too happy to spend time basking in the sun by the gorgeous pool in the beautiful garden! Lots to do and see in the area, though. We hated leaving, but returned home relaxed and refreshed and feeling that we'd had a really good holiday. We can't recommend this property and its owner, Susan, too highly.
McColgan family - London
Breda McColgan
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2016
8/10 Good
Alexander C.
Jan 21, 2016
Large family villa with private pool
We stayed in this villa for 2 weeks in September and had various family members arriving and departing at different times.
Susan and Matt made us feel very welcome and were very helpful providing transport to and from the airport for all our visitors. Although their home was attached they were very discreet and if we needed anything we just had to ask. Susan gave us advice on travel and good restaurants in the area. The villa had everything you could need and Susan had left wine and beers in fridge for when we arrived . The villa is close to Carcassone Old Town which has many restaurants and gift shops, there is a wonderful bakery a 5 min walk from villa and supermarkets are 10 mins away, we didn't hire a car as Carcassonne has great train links, to Toulouse, Narbonne and we even visited Barcelona for 2 days. We would stay in this villa again.
Alexander C.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2015
10/10 Excellent
Mickael G.
Jul 31, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
vacance a Carcassonne
superbe propriété, on a passé de très bonne vacance, hôte super sympas a l'écoute; proche du centre ville et commerce tous près de la cité médiévale et restaurant. Je recommande cette propriété
Mickael G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
4/10 Poor
Yasmine Y.
Aug 27, 2023
Disliked: Cleanliness
Maison OK mais piscine très très sale
Maison conforme à la description, bien agencée et propre. Le GROS problème INACCEPTABLE : la piscine impropre à notre arrivée (il n’y avait pas de locataires avant nous les propriétaires en profitaient avant notre arrivée). Durant 1 semaine nous avions une piscine ultra trouble impossible de voir les marches à cause des particules en flottaison. L’entretien n’est pas dûment réalisé et la propriétaire n’a pas l’équipement adéquat pour aspirer les particules au fond. Pour le prix loué c’est inacceptable. Nous avons aspiré tous les matin/ soir et acheté les floculants pour pouvoir nous baigner. Malgré nos efforts impossible d’avoir une piscine un minimum propre. Malgré la saleté avec 43 degrés on à du se baigner malgré tout. A noter en plus pas de lave vaisselle et pas de climatisation nous avons soufferts pendant la canicule. Le seul confort les ventilateurs au plafond. Ce n’était pas dans la description donc pas de mensonge mais ça mérite d’être précisé clairement dans l’annonce car à ce prix là on s’attend à un certain standing. Propriétaire habite en RDJ. Le quartier n’est pas calme du tout contrairement à la description. La maison est à l’angle d’une route ultra passante, beaucoup de passages nocturnes véhicules et piétons. Le vrai + c’est la distance à pied à 800m de la cité, la surface habitable et la literie. Expérience très désagréable, du jamais vu en piscine privé. Photo d’annonce ancienne. Réelle déception malgré une propriétaire sympathique.
Yasmine Y.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
baux k.
Sep 15, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Une parenthèse enchantée
Suzan nous a réservé un accueil souriant, nous nous sommes sentis chez nous dans cette très belle maison, où notre chien était le bienvenu ! La maison était très propre, les extérieurs et la piscine aussi. Un très bon séjour, nous reviendrons. Merci Suzan.
baux k.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Christine B.
Aug 14, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
agréable séjour !
Une maison spacieuse, propre et fraiche. Idéalement situé prés de la cité accessible a pied. Une très belle piscine. Mais surtout les bons conseils de Suzan pour les sites touristiques.
Un séjour très agréable que nous aurions aimé plus long
Christine B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
SIMON S.
Aug 14, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
A deux pas de la cité médiévale
Localisation exceptionnelle à 10 minutes à pied de la cité médiévale. La piscine par 38 degrés est très appréciable, surtout en ville. Merci à Susan pour sa gentillesse et sa disponibilité. Nous recommandons vivement cette propriété pour tous ceux qui souhaite découvrir Carcassonne.