If you are looking for a good base for a holiday in the South of France, Carcassonne is ideal. Not only do you have the wonderful Carcassonne castle on your doorstep, but you are also in striking distance of the mediterranean beaches, cathar ruins, beautiful countryside and mountains. Go Languedoc has a number of villas and vacation rentals in and around Carcassonne to rent.

Carcassonne

Carcassonne's wonderful castle is one of the best sites in Languedoc. It is only when you arrive that you can get a true feel for the enormous scale of Carcassonne castle. The preserved and rebuilt town inside Carcassone castle provides an insight into what medieval life was like, even if it has been somewhat spoilt by tacky souvenier shops. But if you can look beyond the plastic suits of armour and tea towels you will be in for a real treat. Carcassonne is a magical place. There can not be a more impressive castle in Europe and it is worthy of a trip from all visitors to Languedoc.

Go Languedoc's Carcassonne villas and vacation rentals:

Les Courtals, 6 bed Farmhouse nr Carcassonne (sleeps up to 11) from €920 /£610 per week

Welcome to Les Courtals, a 150-year-old, 6-bedroom farmhouse in a quiet country neighbourhood just outside the village of Caunes Minervois. Nestled in 1 hectare of fruit & nut orchards and surrounded by vineyards, this gite has been tastefully renovated with all modern conveniences. The gite sleeps up to 11 adults & kids – perfect for a large family or two families holidaying together. The Minervois region is a popular wine making area and this villa is perfect for exploring nearby Carcassonne and the Canal du Midi.

La Charmante - Albine (5 bedrooms, sleeps 12) €1,000 / £750 per week

La Charmante is a charming and friendly gite set in the pretty village of Albine situated at the foot of the Black Mountains, 35km from Carcassonne. Set in the middle of the village's main street with ample space for up to 12 people in 5 separate rooms and 4 bathrooms. There are  two doubles, one twin and a huge family room with 'en suite' bathroom. This is a great vacation rental close to Carcassonne, with wonderful countryside to explore.

Les Petit Courtals - 3 bed house, nr Carcassonne (sleeps 6, with pool) from €700 / £500 per week

Les Petit Courtals, is a perfect self-catering vacation rental close to Carcassonne. The villa can comfortably sleep 6 people in 3 double bedrooms. The beautiful swimming pool is always a hit with guests, perfect for relaxing and barbeque parties. Just outside the grounds of the house are fruit orchards and vineyards. A 3-minute drive to the local village will take you to our favourite family restaurant, shops, and a medieval abbey.

So if you are planning a trip to Carcasonne come and stay in one of Go Languedoc's Carcassonne villas and vacation rentals.