A large traditional French style family home just on the outskirts of a village set over two floors. It has four large double bedrooms two of which are en-suite. There is also a separate WC and an upstairs shower room and kitchenette . The house benefits from a substantial living room with an inset wood-burner and a large kitchen/diner with access to the garden via a staircase. The beautiful landscaped gardens which surround the property include fruit trees and other mature trees and plants. All rooms have ample storage space for clothing. Linen and towels are provided for guests. There are two swimming lakes nearby; Lac Montbel 5mins from the house, which in addition to the beautiful scenery also offers various water sports and the other in Puivert which is 9kms away. Other activities available in the area include white water rafting, horse riding, adventure parks for teenagers and there are many other opportunities for exploring the area either by bike or on foot. The property is situated in the heart of Cathar country and is easily accessible to the various regions in the Languedoc; such as the famous fortified city of Carcassonne within an hour’s drive, the vineyards of Limoux and the chateau of Montsegur which are both 30 minutes’ drive from the house and the medieval town of Mirepoix a mere 20 minutes from the house where many delightful restaurants cafes and shops can be found. We are situated approximately one hour’s drive from the Pyrenees and an hour and a half from the Mediterranean coast. Spain and Andorra are also easily accessible. Located at the edge of a pretty village with amenities including a shop and 2 bars one of which serves food and a snack bar all within a short walk of the property in a quiet location on the river l'Hers. We are only 1km from the beautiful Lac Montbel which is fantastic for swimming and caters for various water sports and fishing. It is a terrific base from which you can explore this historic Cathar region and offers something for everyone.