Charming Studio Apartment in Hillside Village with Quiet, Private Courtyard

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2538 sq ft

Popular amenities

Outdoor Space

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Paziols, Occitanie

Chateau d'Aguilar10 min drive
Museum of Tautavel European Center of Prehistory12 min drive
Château de Quéribus19 min drive
Perpignan (PGF-Perpignan - Rivesaltes Intl.)30 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

L'Ecurie is situated in the village of Paziols in the hills of Cathar Country. The Canadian owners, Susan Martin and Adrian Hussey would be delighted to welcome you to enjoy a perfect rental holiday home, ideal for a couple or small family.

This studio apartment offers unique, comfortable and charmingly decorated living for a quiet getaway. L'Ecurie has a small well appointed kitchen, a bathroom with shower, toilet and sink. The rest of the apartment is one large room divided into a dining area that comfortably seats 6, a sleeping area with 2 twin beds and across from the sleeping area, a sitting area with a couch that converts to 2 twin beds. It is perfect for 2 people or a family of 4 who do not mind sleeping in close proximity to each other.

The house features a private courtyard nestled behind old stone walls, which beckons visitors to enjoy quiet relaxation or a gathering for an alfresco dinner. Have a drink. Sit back. Relax...

Keywords: Village Stone House

Property manager

Susan Martin

Amenities

Kitchen

Outdoor Space

Barbecue grill

Hot Tub

Kitchen

Pet friendly

Outdoor Space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

No cats permitted.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Keys must be kept in the lockbox and only used for the first entry to unlock the door and last exit to lock for the last time.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Paziols

This apartment is located in Paziols. Domaine du Grand Arc and Mas Amiel are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Museum of Tautavel European Center of Prehistory and Oxygen Aventure. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.

Paziols, Occitanie

What's nearby

Chateau d'Aguilar - 10 min drive
Museum of Tautavel European Center of Prehistory - 12 min drive
Château de Quéribus - 19 min drive
Reserve Africaine Sigean - 38 min drive
Port-Leucate - 47 min drive

Getting around

Perpignan Station - 45 min drive
Perpignan (PGF-Perpignan - Rivesaltes Intl.) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

Le Commerce - 16 min drive
Les Maitres de Mon Moulin - 15 min drive
Cafe le globe - 5 min drive
Bar du Vigneron - 15 min drive
La Table du Curé - 15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Studio Apartment in Hillside Village with Quiet, Private Courtyard pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Studio Apartment in Hillside Village with Quiet, Private Courtyard?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Studio Apartment in Hillside Village with Quiet, Private Courtyard?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Studio Apartment in Hillside Village with Quiet, Private Courtyard located?

Situated in Paziols, this apartment building is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Verdouble Gorges and within 9 mi (15 km) of Chateau d'Aguilar and Musee des Premiers Habitants de l'Europe. Museum of Tautavel European Center of Prehistory and Domaine du Grand Arc are also within 9 mi (15 km).

8.4

Very Good

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8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

7.6/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jul 12, 2015

A fabulous vacation property

We spent two wonderful weeks at Le Sommet. The house is very comfortable and well equipped. It has some upgrades but maintains many original features like stone walls and timber beams. The house has a fabulous upper balcony that overlooks the rooftops of the town below. After spending the day biking, hiking, or exploring neighbouring towns it was a pleasure to sit on the balcony sipping wine and watching the setting sun light up the surrounding hills. Despite some fabulous local restaurants, most nights we stayed in and cooked dinner. The shop in the centre of town is a 5 minute walk and carries most anything you need; fresh baguettes and croissants for breakfast and duck and local vegetables for dinner. Le Sommet provided a quiet and restful environment; the bed was wonderfully comfortable and I haven’t slept as well in ages. We definitely want to come back to your beautiful home and enjoy the experience of life in a small French village.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ted R., Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Oct 26, 2013

Lovely Home in a Spectacular Setting

I recommend La Serre completely and without reservation. Paziols provides a true immersion into French country life, and the house offers a fantastic base from which to explore a remarkable part of the world that joins French, Spanish, and Catalan cultures. The apartment (one of three in the house) offers all you need, and the photos on VRBO give an excellent representation of what you'll find. It's fully contained and outfitted, and the owners provide all the information you'll need to take full advantage of your stay. Before this experience, I'd never rented directly from an owner and I was a bit hesitant, but the owners of La Serre made it a positive experience. Don't hesitate to take advantage of all that La Serre and Paziols have to offer.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne R., Montréal, Québec, Canada

May 8, 2013

LOVED IT, LOVED IT, LOVED IT

This studio is exactly what we, two older women, wanted: a nice place to stay in a small village in the south of France with a garden to eat outside, a village café place to go and be greeted with a "bonjour mesdames" with the accent. We loved it! Well equipped kitchen, super beds, a bottle of wine on the table upon arrival, neighbours that each morning greeted us and a nice housekeeper always there to answer our needs . We loved to buy the saucisson and the boudin noir done by traveling butcher in his truck once a week... I am hoping to go back one day because the village of Paziol is so charming, and the studio was great to come back each night since we did 2000 km all over the area, from Narbonne to Carcassonne to Perpignan in a rented car from Perpignan airport. Mirepoix village was our "coup de coeur" and so was our gastronomic dinner at the Abbaye de Camon between Mirepoix and Paziol. We swam in the river when tired of driving, we walked around the village, we visited the local vignoble in Tuchan and tasted lots of wine and we had wonderful days at the beach nearby. The description is exactly what you get, a warm and comfortable little gem for a few weeks to visit the Languedoc Roussillon, l'Aude and l'Ariège as we did; driving is just so easy, well marked and we never got lost.

10/10 Excellent

Sabine M.

Aug 28, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

l'Ecurie

Beau séjour, endroit calme

Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

CHRISTINE S.

Aug 22, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Communication

Séjour agréable.

L’endroit est calme nous avons très bien dormi. Il y a tout ce qu’il faut dans cette maison. Petit bémol l’entretien du jardin.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Susan Martin

We are Susan Martin and Adrian Hussey, Canadian owners of La Serre. We are retired and live in Owen Sound, Ontario Canada. We spend 3 months a year in our French home. We love to travel, enjoy fine dining, wine tasting and immersing ourselves in the local French culture. We also enjoy trips to Spain which is only an hour away! Adrian explores the region via mountain bike and we both like to hike and swim in the local rivers.

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with this part of France as it is stunningly beautiful, off the typical tourist radar and has lots to see and do. It is also a prime grape growing region, home to many small vintners who make really good, reasonably priced wine. The people in our small town of Paziols are very friendly and welcoming. The area is quiet and peaceful. We like to be physically active and there is lots of hiking, cycling, swimming in the local rivers and lovely Mediterranean beaches. It is a great part of the world for bird watching. For excitement, it is only an hour's drive away to Spain, 1 hour to Figureres, 1.5 hours to Girona, 2.5 hours to Barcelona. Toulouse is 2 hours drive, Montpellier 1.5 hours, Narbonne and Carcassone one hour's drive and Perpignan 45 minutes drive. We also love the excellent, award winning local wines and superb restaurants and food!

What makes this property unique

The village of Paziols is a rustic, charming, hillside village which encourages a laid-back lifestyle and boasts plenty of sunshine in which visitors can enjoy the stunning surroundings and cool off in the local swimming hole. The village is well placed for exploring the beautiful beaches of the Mediterranean, taking a day trip to Spain, hiking, or discovering the fascinating history of the Cathars. Superb local restaurants explore fresh regional cuisine to accompany the region's award-winning wines.

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