This 19th-century château, near Carcassone, has a variety of lovely rustic style, self-catering accommodation on a famous Languedoc winery with nearly 300 acres of vineyards and olive groves.
Their wines are highly prized and they do a full program of wine tourism activities: tours of the vineyards and wine cellars, tasting sessions, etc.
Even if you have very little interest in such things Château Canet is still a very pleasant, sociable place to stay with a lovely peaceful setting and plenty to do and see both around the estate and in the surrounding area.
THE ACCOMMODATION:
They have a great range of accommodation on offer, mainly cottages but with some small apartments, too.
All are very charming, comfortable, and clean and come in various sizes, with the largest covering 250 m² and which can sleep up to eight comfortably.
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The accommodation mixes rustic and modern styles well and generally doesn’t stray too far from the traditional French farmhouse look.
They are comfortable, homely, and well equipped and there is plenty of outside seating, dining and lounging space plus BBQ facilities, a swimming pool, tennis courts, a boules court, and a playground for the kids.
Beyond the gardens there are some small sections of farmland and woodland, but the estate is mainly comprised of vineyards and olive groves.
Château Canet is very well known in the region and has won numerous awards for both wine and olive oil.
Their Minervois (an AOC in this area of Languedoc-Roussillon) is a mixture of white, reds, and rosé.
Olive oil tasting sessions and educational tours are available, as well as a full program of wine tourism activities.
THE LOCATION:
The chateau is very near Carcassone, just 15km from the city centre, in fact, and so makes a good base for enjoying the spectacular fortress city while also avoiding much of the daily tourist hordes.
The accommodation is self-catering and shopping for food supplies etc. can also of course be done there.
The charming little town of Trèbes is less than five minutes away, and is a good place to arrange a long leisurely boat trip along the famous Canal du Midi, one of France’s most popular boating destinations.
The Languedoc is of course more famous for wine and food and a whole host of related activities too can be arranged. The helpful staff at Château Canet will be on hand with advice and recommendations.
WHAT OTHER GUESTS SAY:
“Fantastic break to relax and enjoy the culture, food and wine of France…”
“Extremely welcoming place, very helpful staff and an excellent insight into the wine making process. Very tranquil setting and plenty of activities for kids and adults alike….”
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