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Old French Bakery |
Plaigne, Languedoc-Rousillon, France |
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Located in the tranquil hill top village of Plaigne, the old village bakery offers panoramic views over fields of sunflowers. Renovated in 2004 and 2007 yet retaining its true character including the original baker’s oven. The Old French Bakery is the perfect location to explore the medieval towns of Mirepoix and Carcassonne. |
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Property Info |
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Accommodation Type:
| House / Villa |
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Property Setting:
| Village / Rural |
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Holiday Type:
| Relaxing / Family / Sports & activity / Culture |
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Bedrooms:
| 3 |
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Guests:
| 7 |
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Catering:
| self-catering |
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General Info |
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The Old French Bakery offers both character, charm and high quality with its terracotta tiled floors, beamed ceilings, original bakers oven, new kitchen, spacious bedrooms and luxurious bathroom. Large open plan sitting and dining room, terracotta tiled floor with the baker’s oven giving the room character and a cosy feel. Plaigne is a quiet pretty village dominated by the 12 th century church and its bell tower. The village Cross is also an ancient protected monument dating back over one thousand years it has the 'Cathar hand' carved on the back. The nearest shops/restaurant are a 5 minute drive in Belpech. Most days a traveling Bakery visits the village where you can purchase fresh bread and croissants at your front door. The medieval town of Mirepoix is just 15 minutes by car. |
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Details on the area surrounding the property/accommodation |
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A food and wine heaven, foie gras, cassoulet, confit de canard, local vineyards of the Malepere, Corbieres, Minvervois and Fitou are all within easy reach. Stroll along the Canal du Midi and follow in the footsteps of Rick Stein, whose French Odessy took him along the Canal through Castelnaudary and Carcasssonne. French Leave with John Burton Race was filmed just 20 minutes from here. All the calories can be shed by the abundance of walking, riding and cycling available. Swimming, sailing, windsurfing and fishing can be enjoyed on nearby lakes or at the Mediterranean. Why not visit the nearby historic and medieval towns of Carcassonne, Mirepoix, Castelnaudary, Foix, Fanjeaux and just under an hour away is Narbonne, Beziers, Pezenas and Toulouse. Or you can just stroll around the local markets and then return and relax on the terrace with a glass of the local vin rouge and admire the stunning views. |
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Getting there & away/local amenities |
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Getting There:
| Plaigne is just 40 minutes from Carcassonne (Ryanair) airport and 1 hour from Toulouse (Flybe, Easyjet, BA, BmiBaby) airport. Perpignan, Beziers, Girona and Montpellier are also within 2-3 hour drive. |
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Nearest airports:
| Carcassonne 40 mins drive |
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Nearest train station:
| Castelnaudary |
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Nearest bus stop:
| Belpech |
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Car Hire:
| Essential |
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Nearest restaurant:
| Belpech |
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Nearest beach:
| Narbonne |
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Nearest shop:
| Belpech |
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Nearest market:
| Mirepoix |
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More Info |
Owner Info |
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Sarah Almroth |
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Contact Phone No. |
+44 (0)7920 500 450 |
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Accommodation details |
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Activities Nearby |
Birdwatching / Canoeing / Climbing / Cycling / Fishing / Horse Riding / Skiing / Walking / Watersports
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Interior Facilities |
Cot / Highchair / Dishwasher / DVD player / Internet Access / Linen provided / Television / Washing Machine
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Interior Details |
The original baker's oven gives a unique backdrop to the sitting and dining room. A large open plan room with wonderful terracotta tiles there are two large comfy sofas, one of which is a sofa bed. Large comfy sofas French/ UK TV, (BBC/ITV) DVD player and extensive DVD library. Dining room table and chairs to seat eight. Leading to new fully fitted kitchen with breathtaking views across the rolling countryside. First double bedroom, with king size bed, is spacious light and airy with two sets of French windows leading out onto south facing balcony with beautiful views. Second double bedroom with queen sized bed and panoramic views across hills. Access to the galleried bedroom is via an enclosed spiral staircase. It is a huge (4.5m x 5.5m) bright open room overlooking the landing, with velux roof light and window giving views over the church and rooftops of Plaigne. This room has three single beds.
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Exterior Facilities |
Balcony / BBQ / Garden / Parking / Terrace
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Exterior Details |
Huge terrace (35m2) which is private and enclosed with stunning views over the surrounding countryside, in addition there is a small terrraced garden. It is furnished with a table, parasol, chairs, BBQ and sun beds.
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Further Details |
There are lots of guide books, walking routes and local maps at the house. You will also find board games, DVDs, CDs and general books. We provide binoculars and a book on birds - one guest spotted 30 different types from the terrace!
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Conditions of
Rental |
Deposit of 25% or minimum £100 is requested at time of booking with balance due 8 weeks prior to arrival. A returnable deposit of £100 against breakages/damages is also required. Linen and bath towels are included as is a mid-stay change of linen and towels if you book two weeks or more. There is an additional cost for central heating.
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Other Information |
Child Friendly / Ideal for honeymoons / Short breaks available
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What visitors have said about Old French Bakery |
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We had a wonderful week in Plaigne and we all have withdrawal symptoms from our holiday! The house is perfect, we love the area and we very much hope to be able to go again next year. We'd certainly recommend it to friends and family.
Frances, Oct 2007 
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It is refreshing to stay in accommodation that has been so well thought out, tastefully decorated and equipped with the clear intention of ensuring guests make the most of their stay. It exceeded our expectations.
Adrian & Stephanie, Sep 2006
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We thoroughly enjoyed our week in the Old Bakehouse, and hope to be back! The house had everything we needed, and we spent a lot of time on the terrace and cooking in.
Kirsty, Oct 2008
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Just to say a big thank you for such a fab stay and we had a wonder full holiday. The old french bakery is wonderful,you've taken so much time to make it a fab place for your guests.
Susan, Nottingham, Jul 2010
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