Surrounded by vineyards and Corbières hills, this rustic home offers panoramic views, a private pool and authentic village charm.
Key Highlights
- Step back in time at this traditional French house with gorgeous gardens and a wonderful swimming pool
- The panoramic views of the surrounding hills and valley are beautiful
- This region is a paradise for wine enthusiasts, keen hikers or simply lovers of history, nature and culture
- The village is on the Cathar Castle route, Château de Quéribus looms above the village just over 4km away
- Further afield, wonderful day trips include the vibrant city of Perpignan, the Catalan coastal town of Collioure and even artistic Cadaqués across the Spanish border
House Interiors (entrance level via steps)
- Entrance hall
- Living room with fireplace, TV, DVD player and Wi-Fi
- Kitchen, well-equipped including microwave, fridge/freezer, oven, hob, dishwasher and breakfast table
- Bedroom 1 with double bed
- Bedroom 2 with two single beds
- Bedroom 3 with bunk-bed
- WC and sink
- Shower room with WC, shower and sink
A fourth bedroom is available on request
Outside Grounds
- Swimming pool (9x4m)
- Poolside loungers and shaded/open dining areas
- Rear shaded dining terrace
- Large barn / garage with washing machine, table tennis and darts
- Private grounds (1.3 hectares) with panoramic views, fruit trees and Mediterranean plants
- Private parking
Set on the edge of the storied hilltop village of Cucugnan, Maison L’Auzina is a traditional French home that offers timeless simplicity in one of southern France’s most characterful landscapes.
Encircled by the rolling Corbières hills and vineyards, this old-fashioned retreat evokes a slower pace of life, where days begin with fresh pastries and bread from the village bakery and end with panoramic views from the terrace, perhaps accompanied by good local wine.
This stone house remains faithful to its rustic roots. With accommodation on one level (reached via steps from the road), wooden beams frame the living room ceiling, a nod to the region’s pastoral heritage, while the crackle of the fireplace in cooler months hints at its cosy, countryside charm. A well-equipped country kitchen and dining area lies alongside three comfortable bedrooms and a modern family bathroom.
Outside, over a hectare of private land stretches into the surrounding hills, where fruit trees and Mediterranean flora give way to uninterrupted valley views. The terrace, with both shaded and sunlit spots for al-fresco dining, invites long lunches and leisurely evenings. At the centre, a private swimming pool is edged by a sun terrace, ideal for lazy afternoons with a book or a glass of local Fitou. A table tennis table and darts board in the barn add a dash of classic holiday fun.
It’s around a 10-minute stroll to the heart of the village. Overlooked by the medieval ramparts of Château de Quéribus, Cucugnan’s intimate charm belies its growing reputation as a hub for wine lovers and history seekers. Two restaurants, a café bar, a general store and boulangerie are waiting for you. Beyond the village, Cathar castles and hiking trails await while nearby vineyards tempt with tasting tours along the famed Corbières and Fitou wine route.
For those yearning for an authentic escape in the heart of southern France, Maison L’Auzina offers a truly unhurried and memorable stay.
- On the edge of the village, the house is set on the road leading to the heart of Cucugnan – it’s around a 10-minute walk up to the bakery, shop and two restaurants (as is typical in France, there is no pavement along this country road).
- You have to be able to manage steps both up to the property entrance and the raised grounds.
