Set against the rolling hills and framed by wide skies that stretch all the way to the Pyrénées, Villa Lauriole is a contemporary villa set in vast grounds. Stylish interiors meet sociable terraces and fragrant pine trees, creating a space that’s beautiful as well as modern. From the gardens, the views are panoramic, each sunset casting soft golds and purples across the valley.
Inside, the villa is designed for ease and comfort, with an open-plan kitchen and living area that spills out onto two separate terrace. Air-conditioning runs throughout, and a Smart TV with Netflix and Wi-Fi ensure relaxation indoors is just as inviting.
Four bedrooms across the main house and an air-conditioned pool house offer flexible sleeping arrangements for 8 to 10 guests, ideal for family holidays or a group of friends seeking space to reconnect. The charming little pool house, home to the fifth bedroom, is included in peak season rate (or is otherwise available for a supplement).
Outside, life centres around the 10-metre private pool, complete with Roman steps, sun loungers and an outdoor shower. A jacuzzi bubbles beside the pine trees, and terraces invite leisurely lunches, barbecue evenings or late-night stargazing. Younger guests will love the swings and teepee hideout, while adults will appreciate savouring local wines with uninterrupted views of the valley and distant mountains.
Just over 600 metres from the enigmatic ‘Curiosity of Lauriole’, a mind-bending optical illusion in the road, the villa sits near the edge of the Languedoc National Park. Local villages such as Siran, Minerve and Olonzac offer charming cafés, street markets and medieval history. For grander adventures, Carcassonne and Narbonne are each a 45-minute drive away, while the Mediterranean beaches of Narbonne Plage await just beyond.
Whether exploring ancient hilltop towns, cycling along the Canal du Midi or lounging beneath the pines, Villa Lauriole offers an effortless blend of style and sunshine. For those in search of a contemporary countryside escape with soul, this villa is the perfect place to press pause.
