Domaine de Palats

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Scored 9.3
Rated superb

Free WiFi

9.9

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About this property

Historic Charm: Domaine de Palats in Laure-Minervois offers a recently renovated country house housed in a historic building. Guests enjoy a swimming pool with a view, sun terrace, and lush garden. Comfortable Accommodations: The property features family rooms, a fitness room, and a games room. Free WiFi is available throughout, ensuring connectivity for all visitors. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves British, French, and Mediterranean cuisines, including vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. Breakfast is highly praised by guests. Activities and Attractions: Guests can enjoy fishing, yoga classes, walking tours, hiking, and cycling. Nearby attractions include Abbaye de Fontfroide (50 km) and Grotte de Limousis (14 km). Carcassonne Airport is 22 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet, Breakfast to go

Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 double bed
Bedroom 1
2 single beds
Bedroom 2
1 large double bed
Bedroom 3
2 bunk beds
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 futon bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Tomas
Belgium Belgium
“We liked everything, place, accommodation, breakfast, owners, wine...we will come back...”
Ewan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“25 minutes from airport. Located about 5 minute drive from bakeries, and slightly longer for a supermarket. Pleasant walks around location. Plenty of local restaurants close by, just need to explore, which was part of the fun.”
Joost
Netherlands Netherlands
“Location was perfect, good possibilities for going on a hike but also everything was within easy driving distance. Nice to have an appartment with a kitchen.”
Regine
Norway Norway
“Fantastic place for a peaceful and relaxing stay. We truly enjoyed the atmosphere surrounded by everything France has to offer: vineyards, lovely walks nearby, and great food in the local villages. The room exceeded all expectations, spotlessly...”
Richard
Czech Republic Czech Republic
“A wonderful place in the heart of Minervois countryside run by a lovely couple. Many thanks.”
Emma
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Glorious, relaxing property with exquisite pool and private spaces to get all the R & R you’d ever need. Jodie, James and family were charming and welcoming, and their dog Peritus is my new best friend! Perfect spot for exploring the area.”
Gower-smith
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Jodie and James are lovely and so helpful. My room was so cool and comfortable and it was a relief to have no communication barrier because they're British. Breakfast was a feast every day and the dinner their mum in law cooked was delicious....”
Olivia
France France
“The best place we have stayed in a very long time!The location was incredible. It was so beautiful and peaceful. We came as a family of four (2 and 4 year old) and the whole family were so lovely and welcoming from the minute we arrived to when we...”
Jelena
Serbia Serbia
“Everything was great, the room was clean and spacious, the bed large and comfortable. We enjoyed our time at the pool. Breakfast was great. The hosts were very nice and friendly.”
Jennifer
Germany Germany
“The owners of the property are very welcoming. Our accommodation was equipped with everything that we needed and was very cozy. And it was really value for money. The breakfast was good. And the whole property is good with kids as you can keep...”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Domaine de Palats

Company review score: 9.8Based on 217 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

The estate is owned and run by the Drinkwater family. We have lived and worked all over the world, and our move here in 2015 is the culmination of a dream to share our experience of quality service, accommodation and food with you.

Property information

Domaine de Palats is a historical country estate and former priory located near Carcassonne in the Aude department of Occitanie. The domaine retains much of its original rustic charm, and combines delightful period details with all the modern amenities you would expect, amidst spacious natural surrounds of 25 acres. There is a large private pool and summer house, covered courtyard, ample parking facilities, numerous picnicking and BBQ areas, gardens, terraces and panoramic views.

Neighbourhood information

Surrounded by vineyards, this property is ideal as a peaceful, relaxing holiday for families or couples. Local activities include sightseeing, wine tasting, fine dining, watersports, fishing, walking, hiking, cycling, horse riding, golf, or simply lazing under the Occitan sun. Easily accessible by plane, train or car, Domaine de Palats is just 20 mins from Carcassonne and its airport, one hour from the coast, and a breath away from countless cultural and historical sights. Domaine de Palats is the perfect destination for people of any age and parties large or small. We offer you an environment where you can truly relax and unwind in tranquil surrounds that are full of character, culture and history.

Languages spoken

English,French

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Table d'hote
  • Cuisine
    British • French • Mediterranean • Russian • International • European
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Traditional • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00 to 22:00
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Cards accepted at this property
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

You are advised to bring your own vehicle as this property is not serviced by public transport.