This large, beautiful holiday home in Courniou is ideal for families and can sleep up to 11 people in complete privacy. Built into the hillside, it offers splendid views from its large stone terrace and swimming pool. On request and for a fee, the pool can be heated for maximum enjoyment. There is a covered outdoor dining area which is particularly pleasant in the hot summer months. The garden is floodlit and the 7-hectare private estate allows nature lovers to explore the surrounding area. Inside, you'll find a sitting room with fireplace where you can gather and watch TV or listen to music. There is a dining room with a large farmhouse table and a second fireplace. Upstairs, there are three beautiful, rustic and comfortable bedrooms, and two more on the ground floor. There is a shower room on each floor and a third bathroom in the pool house. The kitchen is fully equipped with all you need. Challenge yourself at the table tennis table or borrow a bike (3 provided). There is a footpath at the entrance to the property, which you can walk or cycle to Mazamet (30 km away). From Courniou, there are many worthwhile activities and day trips. The nearest supermarkets and restaurants are in Labastide Rouaroux (5 minutes' drive). Nearby are Saint-Pons-de-Thomières and its farmers' markets (10 minutes' drive), the medieval town of Mazamet with its large suspension bridge, and the picturesque town of Olargues (30 minutes' drive). the Héric gorges, 30 minutes away, where you can swim and go cliff-jumping. There is also a tennis club in Mazamet with several indoor and outdoor tennis courts, as well as all amenities. The beaches of the Mediterranean are just an hour away, and the extraordinary walled city of Carcassonne 1h30. For wine lovers, Saint Chinian and Minerve produce classified growths within 40 minutes of the house. You will enjoy the entire property and swimming pool. The caretaker, Fred, lives 15 minutes away and is available if you need him. To avoid unnecessary delays, we advise you to inform the property manager a few hours before your planned arrival time. Linen change included once every 7 nights. _______________________________________________________