I came here with a group of girlfriends last year and had the best time! In fact…

I came here with a group of girlfriends last year and had the best time! In fact, so good that we are coming back again this month. The Chateau is only an hour's easy drive from Montpellier (30 mins from Bezier) airport and we were sat enjoying drinks on the terrace before dinner. The house we had was very clean, well furnished and equipped and comfortable. Fabulous showers too. We spent a luxurious couple of days relaxing by the pool, which was heated and afforded beautiful views over the French country side. In the evening there was a choice of dining in the restaurant sitting under the shelter of the stunning chateau itself or simply relaxing at home - lovely to have the option to do both. The food in the chateau is fabulous, very traditional for the area, as is the local wine. All in all a great place to get away from the hustle and bustle and spend time catching up with friends.

A very, very lovely place that I would highly recommend. We stayed at this Chate…

A very, very lovely place that I would highly recommend. We stayed at this Chateau for a long weekend with friends, and arrived at this beautiful place (swathed in 27 degrees of sunshine) from rain soaked London at 14 degrees. It was like stepping into another world. We were exhausted and stressed from work and flew home refreshed and relaxed. The Chateau is a haven of peace and tranquillity, surrounded by lush vineyards and olive groves, exquisitely decorated in contemporary soft greys and crisp white linens, giant squashy sofas, fluffy towels, drench showers, posh bathrobes. After a chilled glass of Rose on the Terrace we drifted to dinner, al fresco - smart dinner tables – attentive and professional service. We slept like logs. For 2 days we chilled and walked, and swam and read and explored the interesting little hill towns, medieval castles, catholic cloisters, winding cobbled streets and artesan shops. There is so much to do - or just do nothing and unwind and drink in the atmosphere of this wonderful place. I loved it.

We stayed with friends in a 3 bedroom villa, with its own small pool and within …

We stayed with friends in a 3 bedroom villa, with its own small pool and within a few yards of the lovely main pool. We've never basked in such a well-heated pool. Lovely views towards Narbonne. Beautifully-appointed place with extremely comfortable beds and en-suite bathrooms. Self-catering is easy, but the restaurant does very decent food, and to stay in this area without eating out in the local restaurants esp along the Canal du Midi would be a crime. So much lovely food and wine. This area is full of cultural interest too, so there really is something for everyone. Take a Kate Mosse book or two along to help get into the atmosphere of the Pays Cathare if you haven't been to this part of France before.