This vacation home places you next to Pyrenees Ariégeoises Regional Natural Park and Calvary Chapel of Castillon-en-Couserans. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a dining area.
Calvary Chapel of Castillon-en-Couserans - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
Pyrenees Ariégeoises Regional Natural Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
Lac de Bethmale - 12 min drive - 7.3 miles
Pharmacy of the 18th Century - 20 min drive - 11.2 miles
Station du Mourtis - 39 min drive - 21.7 miles
Getting around
Touille Station - 34 min drive
Blagnac Airport (TLS) - 91 min drive
Restaurants
Relais Montagnard - 10 min drive
Le Picolo Bar - 3 min walk
La Maison du Valier - 20 min drive
Boulangerie Pâtisserie aux délices des 4 vallées - 5 min walk
Le Sainte-Hélène - 4 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
The coustou refuge
Want to cocoon and beautiful walks? Traditional family house with a breathtaking view of the couserans mountains, the coustou refuge, renovated with passion, welcomes you in the heart of the Ariège Pyrenees regional natural park, for stays of a week or more.
On several levels, you have a large living room very openwork with a glass stove at your disposal, very pleasant for an evening by the fire, a modern and equipped kitchen with a breathtaking view of the mountains and open to the garden . The bedrooms: one bedroom with double bed and electric box springs in the old barn with its cob wall, a dormitory with 4 single wooden beds, a large bedroom with a superb balcony and two double beds, a large bathroom, separate WC. The house enjoys the sun all day.
The whole of the accommodation is accessible as well as the gardens, an essential place to live in the shade of the lime tree for a quiet lunch, to admire the view or to play with the family.
In the garden you have at your disposal a barbecue, a garden furniture, deckchairs and a large table with its chairs and parasol.
We are at your disposal for any questions about your stay or for outdoor activities. A person on site in the village can intervene if necessary.
The refuge is located on the heights of the village of Castillon en Couserans, on the hiking path which leads to the Saint-Pierre church, chapel of the Calvary which dominates the village. The shops and the village center can be reached in a few minutes on foot.
On several levels, you have a large living room very openwork with a glass stove at your disposal, very pleasant for an evening by the fireplace, a modern and equipped kitchen with a breathtaking view of the mountains and open to the garden . The bedrooms: one bedroom with double bed and electric box springs in the old barn with its cob wall, a dormitory with 4 single wooden beds, a large bedroom with a superb balcony and two double beds, a large bathroom, separate WC. The house enjoys the sun all day.
The whole of the accommodation is accessible as well as the gardens, an essential place to live in the shade of the lime tree for a quiet lunch, to admire the view or to play with the family.
In the garden you have at your disposal a barbecue, a garden furniture, deckchairs and a large table with its chairs and parasol.
You have all the amenities of our home as if you were at home. You are in our family house with all the objects specific to these houses that we want warm and welcoming. You will also have all the facilities like dishwasher, washing machine, TV, wifi, oven, induction hob, microwave, stove, heating, bath, walk-in shower, garden furniture, barbecue, wood for the stove glazed for your outbreaks (for a fee).
The refuge is located on the heights of the village of Castillon en Couserans, on the hiking path which leads to the Saint-Pierre church, chapel of the Calvary which dominates the village. The shops and the village center can be reached in a few minutes on foot.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board. Housekeeping is available on request.
No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Housekeeping (on request)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 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
1 total (55 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
Service animals exempt from fees
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 indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 25
Property Registration Number 08520001
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.
Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.
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
The Refuge of Coustou
The coustou refuge Property
The coustou refuge Castillon-En-Couserans
The coustou refuge Property Castillon-En-Couserans
Frequently asked questions
What is there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Castillon-en-Couserans and just steps from Pyrenees Ariégeoises Regional Natural Park and Calvary Chapel of Castillon-en-Couserans. You'll also find Lac de Bethmale nearby.
Is there parking available at this vacation home?
No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.
Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
What amenities will couples enjoy at The coustou refuge?
Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a kitchen and a smart TV as well as a garden.
Are there hot tubs at The coustou refuge?
No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.
Does this vacation home offer breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?
Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.
Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
Are there rooms with balconies at The coustou refuge?
Yes, every accommodation at The coustou refuge comes with a balcony.
The coustou refuge Reviews
Reviews
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Wonderful
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 16 reviews
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Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
M W.
May 6, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful views
The property is delightful, with stunning views of the valley, particualry towards the Pyrenees; the snow capped peaks you could see in the distance. Very well equiped kitchen. The village is charming. A perfect base if you particualry love walking.
M W.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Christian F.
May 21, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing views in a charming village!
The house is very beautiful and cozy. It has a wonderful rustic charm. The outdoor space is lovely. There is a patio with table and chairs and a small yard. And there is a small balcony on the second floor with a stunning view. The host and property manager were very helpful and quick to respond!
A few things to note that weren't explicit in the listing: the towels and linens are not provided in the VRBO price. Our group opted to bring our own towels and linens (sheets and pillow cases) to avoid the extra charge. We also opted to tidy the space ourselves (not a deep clean) to avoid an additional cleaning charge.
A stock of fire wood for the wood stove in the living is available for an additional charge as well.
Overall, my group and I had an incredible stay! It was a relaxing environment and an accomodating host.
Christian F.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Catherine T.
Mar 20, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Gîte confortable avec très belle vue
Gîte tranquille et confortable avec une très belle vue sur les montagnes du Couserans.Nous y avons passé quelques jours en famille et avons apprécié la proximité des commerces de Castillon accessibles à pied, la terrasse très ensoleillée (nous avons même pu déjeuner dehors mi-mars alors qu'il avait neigé dans la nuit), la cuisine toute vitrée et ouverte sur l'extérieur, le séjour/salon et son poêle à bois, les chambres joliment équipées et décorées et la grande salle de bains avec douche italienne et baignoire, bien qu'un peu fraîche car située au niveau -1. Nous nous y sommes sentis bien.Seul inconvénient : l'impossibilité de se garer tout à côté pour décharger. Mais on ne peut pas tout avoir et cela n'enlève rien au charme de la maison, où l'on se sent comme chez soi.. Notre petite fille ne voulait plus partir...Nous reviendrons certainement !
Catherine T.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lachuries B.
Mar 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Refuge et village typique montagnard.
Idéal pour de belles randonnées et gouter de bon produits de la région.
Lachuries B.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
8/10 Good
patricia c.
Oct 2, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Bon séjour
Gite confortable sur les hauteurs du village, avec une très belle vue. Bonne literie. Très bon accueil.
patricia c.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mayte S.
Aug 27, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect house for a few days in the mountains
Very complete house, very comfortable beds. Perfect garden for eating outdoors and enough space inside if the weather is not permitting. Two separate toilets and a room with a bathtub and shower. The surroundings are incredible. We will return.
Mayte S.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Corinne A.
Jun 27, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Séjour dans les Pyrénées ariègeoises
Nous avons beaucoup apprécié le refuge du Coustou à Castillon-en-Couserans : maison de famille où l'on se sent bien, aménagée, meublée et décorée avec goût, bien équipée (électromenager, belle vaisselle ancienne...), belle terrasse où il est agreable de prendre ses repas à l'ombre du tilleul, lieu très calme, bel environnement, vue magnifique sur la montagne, bonne situation pour découvrir les Pyrénées ariègeoises. Le village est agréable, doté des commerces essentiels, les habitants sont sympas.
Nous garderons un très bon souvenir de ces vacances.
Corinne A.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
catherine J.
Aug 8, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Un très beau gîte
Au calme, avec une vue superbe. Un gîte chaleureux, très bien équipé et meublé, avec une âme. À savoir, on doit se garer au pied de la chapelle (à visiter), le gîte se trouve en contrebas. Idéal de 7 à 70 ans. Castillon est un beau village aussi. Nous y reviendrons avec plaisir.
catherine J.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
8/10 Good
patricia h.
Jul 16, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Très beau gîte, literie confortable avec tout ce dont nous avons besoin,
L escalier pour descendre au gîte est raide.. randonnées sympa à faire avec des enfants proches de Castillon
Très belle vue depuis le gîte
patricia h.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Chloé D.
Feb 18, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Superbe séjour
L’hôte a été très réactive et a su répondre à toutes nos interrogations en amont du séjour. Stéphanie qui nous a accueillis sur place était également très arrangeante et sympathique.
Superbe chalet, tres confortable, avec une mention spéciale pour la cuisine et la terrasse qui bénéficient d’un magnifique panorama sur les monts ariégeois !
Chloé D.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
2/10 Terrible
Fabian S.
Oct 11, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Achtung: Wundervolles Objekt grauenhafte Gastgeberin
Wir empfehlen dringend nicht hier zu mieten! So not rent here!
Das Haus ist wirklich toll, modern, gut ausgestattet und tolle Lage.
Die Vermieterin ist aber wirklich, und wir können es kaum deutlich genug betonen, die schlimmste Person die man sich bei einer Vermietung nur vorstellen kann.
1. Hat sich die Vermieterin strikt geweigert uns eine Rechnung auszustellen, die wir als Pfadfinder für kirchliche Zuschüsse dringend brauchen. Für uns bedeutet eine fehlende Rechnung teils einen Verlust von mehreren hundert Euro Zuschüssen. Auch bei Kassenprüfungen ist dies ein enormes Problem.
2. Haben wir versehentlich einen Spiegel kaputt gemacht und dies auch direkt mit Foto und Zusicherung der Zahlung gemeldet und dennoch haben wir eine sehr emotional aufgeladene und unprofessionelle E-Mail bekommen. "Böse Personen", "Diebe", "Unehrlich", "Respektlos". Wir können uns für den Spiegel nur entschuldigen, das war wirklich ein versehen und gezahlt haben wir ihn auch aber diese Nachrichten waren absolut unangemessen.
3. Hat die Dame im Nachgang unzählige angebliche Schäden gefunden, die sie uns betrügerisch in Rechnung stellen wollte.
Die Gesamterfahrung wurde durch diesen tragischen Kontakt unglaublich geschmälert weswegen wir dringend jedem abraten dieses Haus zu mieten.
Wer sich weigert Rechnungen für durchgeführte Zahlungen auszustellen und Schäden erfindet sollte nicht auf hiesigen Plattformen vermieten dürfen!
Fabian S.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Ronald S.
Jul 26, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Très agréable
Lieu très agréable sur les hauteurs du village. Très belle vue de toutes les pièces. En particulier de la terrasse et de la cuisine. Un petit ruisseau murmure agréablement en dessous d'une des chambres. Un lieu de retraite agréable à tous points de vue, avec tout le confort moderne. La salle de bains est également très belle. Nous avons passé un séjour très agréable.
Ronald S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
8/10 Good
Philippe A.
Aug 11, 2021
location agréable dans un emplacement avec tres belle vue
Beau gite, probable ancienne maison de famille avec mobilier d’époque (pas de contact direct propriétaire), que nous avons surtout apprécié pour sa vue sur la vallée (notamment depuis la cuisine) et le village de Castillon.
Philippe A.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
8/10 Good
Yves L.
Dec 26, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Gite très agréable
Gite très bien équipé et situé dans le joli village Castillon en Couzerans. Et en bonus neige le jour de Noël !
Yves L.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020
10/10 Excellent
Thomas D.
Jul 24, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
A hidden pearl ... worth discovering
Refuge de Coustou is a charming, spacious, authentic house with modern comfort (bathroom, kitchen, high speed internet, cable, BBQ, ...). It has a stunning gardenview over the valley. The situation in the village makes it a quite relaxing place. Stores available in village. Parking is no problem in village.
Owner responds quickly and correct. Check-in contact is very friendly and helpful. Sheets and towels were clean and pleasant to use. House is furnished in authentic style.
One must not hesitate to book a stay there!
Thomas D.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2019
10/10 Excellent
lola D.
Apr 30, 2017
Maxi confort dans une superbe vallée!
Le gite du coustou est encore mieux que sur les photos! La maison est magnifique et tres confortable. La vue est superbe. Si je peux me permettre, il manque simplement un parasol pour passer plus de temps sur la terrasse, tres bien exposée. Nous etions 4 adultes et 4 enfants et la maison etait bien adaptée à la circulation permanente. La patisserie de castillon fait des sablés maison et des croustades à gouter absolument. La vallée propose de multiples randonnées pour tous les niveaux, avec tjrs une vue imprenable sur le Vallier. Super sejour et un grand merci a Aurelie et à Isabelle pour leur gentillesse et disponibilité.