Maison Beaufort: A Sunny Garden and Vineyard Views – Home 3821451 House
- 3 bedrooms
- 6 sleeps
- 7 nights min stay
Maison Beaufort: A Sunny Garden and Vineyard Views – Home 3821451
- House
- 3 bedrooms
- sleeps 6
- 7 nights min stay
Key Info
- Nearest beach 30 mi
- Swimming pool
- Child Friendly
- Car advised
- No pets allowed
- Private garden
Description from owner
Description
Maison Beaufort is a beautifully restored 19th century village house surrounded by the vineyards of the famed Minervois wine region in the south of France. This two storey home has been lovingly renovated by four Canadian friends who carefully maintained its original character and its connection to the inspiring landscape. Maison Beaufort is now available for you to rent as a holiday home throughout the year.
Holidaying in a small village is the best way to experience France the way the French do. We line up with our neighbours to buy bread in the morning; after dinner we walk the same country paths they do; we watch them working in the vineyards; we wave to them as they come back home for lunch; we visit them for wine tasting; we shop with them at their local market.
Most houses in villages in the south of France are attached to each other, a great feature when the inhabitants needed protection from invading armies or from the heat of the sun. Our house sits alone on a large property, though, very private but open to the sun - better for holidays. The house is only a few feet from a 12th century chateau, a designated heritage site that dominates Beaufort and ensures that the village will retain its historic character.
Close by, the Canal du Midi offers daily boat tours; there is wine tasting at neighbourhood vineyards and wineries; the castles of the Cathars offer hiking and climbing destinations: the Mediterranean beaches are 40 minutes away at Narbonne; there are prehistoric cave drawings at Niaux; Roman ruins and earlier relics can be found within minutes of the house.
Four of us, friends who love France, bought and renovated this lovely home in 2003. We spend several weeks each year at Maison Beaufort with our own families but it's a great pleasure to share the house with others who want to experience life in a French village.
The house was in rough shape when we bought it but two of us are interior designers and we managed to oversee the renovations from Canada when we couldn't be there ourselves. We wanted the house to be all we imagined a French village house should be, so we decorated in soft Mediterranean colours and styles, keeping it simple but pretty, and as comfortable as possible. Establishing a garden was important, too, and we didn't know how fortunate we are to have such a spacious, sunny and private one. We don't have the room or the climate at home for the fruit trees, the giant fig tree, the almond trees, palms and bamboo we've planted in our French garden, so exciting! Most of all, we're very lucky to have found a housekeeper who takes care of the property as if it were her own, greeting each new visitor for us and making sure their stay is all they anticipated.
So many wonderful holiday essentials come together in this part of France - beautiful scenery, great food, amazing wines, friendly people, thousands of years of history, a variety of cultures, colourful markets, delightful towns and villages, easy travel and all kinds of shopping. We never tire of exploring the neighbourhood but the largest walled city in Europe, Carcassonne, is just 30 minutes away and the nearby Autoroute takes us to Barcelona in 2 hours. Even the TGV stops in Narbonne, which means Paris is just a 4 1/2 hour train trip away. Most of all, though, 320 days of sunshine every year means it's a perfect place to visit any time.
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Families
- Great for children of all ages
- No pets allowed
- Crib
Bed & bathroom
- Bedroom 1: King bed
Bedroom 2: King bed
Bedroom 3: 2 Twin beds
Beds in other rooms: - 2 Full baths, 1 Half bath
Amenities
- Wireless Internet
- Private outdoor pool (unheated)
- Private garden
- Grill
- Patio
- Bicycles available
- Internet access
- Stove
- Fridge
- Microwave
- Toaster
- Kettle
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron
- Stereo system
- Ceiling Fans
- Linen provided
- Towels provided
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Access
- Parking
- Secure parking
- Not suitable for wheelchair users
Getting around
Interaction with guest
Policies
- Check in time: 14:00, Check out time: 10:00
- If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
- Payment
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This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
Damage deposit: ($365.36) $500.00 - Smoking
- No smoking at this property
Cancellations
Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.
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Booking confirmed |
100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
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No refund If you cancel, any money you have paid cannot be refunded.
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About the owner
Nancy E.
- Response rate:
- 100%
- Calendar last updated:
- 29 Dec 2023
- Years listed:
- 13
- Based in:
- Canada
- Overall rating:
Languages spoken: English
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Reviews
Excellent
– based on 19 reviews
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19 reviews
- Excellent
- 17
- Very Good
- 2
- Average
- 0
- Poor
- 0
- Terrible
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“Fabulous renovated home with beautiful gardens and exquisite views”
We had the pleasure (two couples) of staying at Maison Beaufort for a week in mid September of 2019. We fell in love with this beautiful property upon arrival. The pool was such a treat, as the temper… More
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Response from the owner Thank you for your thoughtful comments and we're especially happy to know you'll think of returning to Beaufort. Sharing this lovely spot is a joy for us and we appreciate your support.
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“An oasis in Languedoc”
This lovely home in Beaufort, near Olonzac, is a fabulous place to stay. It has a well-equipped kitchen, three bedrooms, and 2 1/2 bathrooms as well as a beautiful pool overlooking the countryside. … More
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“Heaven In the French countryside”
Maison Beaufort is ideally situated, with views of grape vines, olive groves and small villages in the distance. Truly heaven. We’ve been twice in the past 5 years and still have not done all … More
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“We loved it so much we booked the same two weeks the next year.”
From Maison Beaufort you can make endless day trips to Narbonne, Carcassonne, Mirepoix or the Mediterranean coast at Sete for the best Mussels you will every eat. Another easy outing takes you to the … More
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“Amazing home in picturesque village!”
Our family has travelled to Maison Beaufort 3 times in the past 6 years, each time sharing our stay with friends and/or a new addition to our family. The house is very well appointed and has everythin… More
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“De magnifiques vacances”
Nous avons passé deux très belles semaines de vacances dans cette maison avec nos jeunes enfants. La maison est très bien équipée en particulier la cuisine. On peut … More
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“Exquisitely decorated house inside and out. Phenomenal views an”
Set in an authentic, historic French village and nearby villages that offer delicious fine dining options. A fabulous holiday, an adventure to be remembered.
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“A perfect French retreat in a beautiful place”
House was amazing. Location was beautiful. Weather was delightful. Our first family holiday abroad and definitely one that will hold many wonderful memories for ALL of us. We will definitely be back- … More
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“Fantastic house, beautiful garden and pool, stunning landscape”
I've just come back from holiday - I don't usually get around to writing reviews but Maison Beaufort was really fantastic! A stunning place in a great quiet little village. Great views, eas… More
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“Absolutely wonderful!”
The house is well kept and clean and very comfortable. We (3 couples) were there during the first hot spell of the summer and thoroughly enjoyed the pool and eating every meal outside, overlooking the… More
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FAQs
- How do I find more info about the property?
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You can get in touch with Nancy (the owner) through the contact form on this page.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to send the owner a message.
- What if I have questions before I book?
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Send Nancy (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
- How do I contact Nancy (the owner)?
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Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to view Nancy the owner's contact details or send them a message.
- What's the difference between 'Book your stay' and 'Contact the owner/manager'?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online and send Nancy (the owner) a booking request. You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then
Or send Nancy (the owner) an inquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.
- What is a booking request?
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When you pay online through the Ready to book? form, a booking request is sent to Nancy (the owner). You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- How do I know my booking is safe?
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To book this property you need to pay through the Flipkey website. Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection. This means that in the unlikely event that you’re prevented or denied access to the property when you check in, we’ll offer a full refund for the stay.
- How do I know what it will cost for my stay?
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Simply enter your dates in the Ready to book? form to calculate the cost of your stay.
Click Book now to see a full breakdown of the price.You can also request a quote from Nancy (the owner) through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.
- How do I know if my booking request has been accepted?
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You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.
- How do I pay for my vacation?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Nancy (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.
If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your booking.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- Why can't I call Nancy (the owner) before booking?
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You can exchange contact details with the property owner/manager once your booking is confirmed and you’ve paid in full. Paying and communicating only through our platform allows us to ensure that your booking is covered by our Payment Protection policy.
If you have any questions before booking, you can send the property owner/manager a message via the contact form on their listing. Once you’ve booked, you can discuss the rental and make arrangements for your trip by logging into Manage your booking.
- How do damage deposits work?
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In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.
Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.
- How can I view and manage my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your booking or cancel it if you need to.
- How do I pay the balance of my booking?
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You can pay the remaining balance of your booking at any point. Simply go to Manage your booking and click Pay now.
We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage your booking to see when the payment will be taken.
- How can I withdraw my booking request?
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You’ll need to contact Nancy (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your booking or through the contact form on this page.
- How do I cancel my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.
- How do I make changes to my booking?
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You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Nancy (the owner) a message.
If Nancy (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.
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