Maison De La Malepere
Architect-designed countryside villa with a private pool, light-filled interiors and en suite bedrooms, only half an hour from Carcassonne.
Key Highlights
- Surrounded by open countryside with views of the distant Pyrénées – a true rural escape, yet a short stroll to a bistro-bar
- Architect-designed interiors with flowing open-plan spaces and natural light throughout
- Lounge beside the 10-metre pool or dine al-fresco on the terrace scented with lavender.
- All four attractive bedrooms feature en-suite bathrooms, with two opening onto private terraces upstairs
- It’s a scenic drive to local vineyards, market towns and Carcassonne’s iconic UNESCO-listed cité
Maison Interiors (215m2)
- Entrance hallway
- Living room with sofa and doors to garden
- Living room with sofa, chairs, TV with DVD player and wood-burning stove
- Office with desk and chair
- Separate WC with sink
- Kitchen, well-equipped including oven, hob and microwave
- Utility room with fridge freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and dryer
- Dining area with doors to terrace and garden
- Bedroom 1 with double bed, doors to garden and ensuite shower room with WC, shower and sink
- Bedroom 2 with double bed and ensuite shower room WC, shower and sink
First Floor Mezzanine Level (via glass and metal spiral open-tread staircase)
- Bedroom 3 with double bed, doors to private terrace and ensuite bathroom with WC, bath/shower and sink
- Bedroom 4 with double bed, doors to private terrace and ensuite shower room with WC, shower and sink
Outside Grounds (some steps)
- Swimming pool (10x5m)
- Poolside terrace with sun loungers
- Pool house with summer kitchen (sink and gas hob), barbecue and covered dining area
- Separate WC
- Al-fresco dining area
- Private parking
Set among the Languedoc countryside with the Pyrénées shimmering on the horizon, Maison de la Malepère is a bright and spacious home on the edge of the charming village of Cailhau. Designed by a local architect, this contemporary villa offers generous interiors filled with natural light and plenty of room to unwind both indoors and out with its gorgeous swimming pool.
The living spaces flow effortlessly on the ground floor, from the striking glass and metal staircase to two comfortable lounges and an open dining area that spills out onto the garden terrace. Thoughtfully decorated and well proportioned, the house feels stylish yet understated. Lavender borders the terrace where meals can be enjoyed al fresco, and the gentle scent carries through to the pool area beyond. With its 10-metre swimming pool, shaded dining terrace and sweeping views of the surrounding countryside, the garden is made for slow afternoons and long summer evenings.
This holiday abode accommodates up to eight guests across four attractive double bedrooms, each with an en-suite. Two of the upstairs rooms open onto private terraces, perfect for morning coffee in the sun or a quiet evening aperitif.
From your doorstep, it’s less than a 5-minute stroll to the village bar where locals gather for casual meals and a glass of wine. Essentials are within a short drive in Belvèze-du-Razès, while Limoux and Carcassonne offer bustling markets, lively cafés and a taste of Occitanie’s rich culture and good wine. The walled UNESCO listed cité of Carcassonne, with its summer festivals and cobbled lanes, lies just half an hour away.
For those seeking a relaxed and scenic base with a touch of modern flair, this is a home where life moves gently with the sun.
- A unique metal and spiral open-tread staircase leads up to a mezzanine level with access to the two first-floor bedrooms with private terraces – children will need to be supervised.
