PALAJA · LANGUEDOC · EST. 1999

Your private country house
in Southern France

THE ESTATE

A private domaine in the Corbières hills, set amongst acres of unspoilt Mediterranean landscape. 

Domaine de la Vène is a family home in the foothills of the Pyrenees, discovered by James and his family in 1999 and restored slowly and thoughtfully over the years that followed.

The estate sleeps twenty-two guests across the main house and the adjoining Bergerie Cottage, and works beautifully in every season, from the long, warm days of summer to the cooler months when three fireplaces make it just as welcoming an escape.

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A Mediterranean-style house with stucco walls and tiled roof, surrounded by trees and lush green vines, with a gravel courtyard, steps with potted plants, and an outdoor dining area with a large umbrella.

One group at a time

The house, the grounds, the pool, and the terraces are all exclusively yours for the duration of your stay. There are no shared spaces, no other guests, and no set schedule to follow.

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A family-run home

The domaine has been James and his family’s home since 1999 and that sense of personal care runs through everything, from the antiques on the walls to the welcome you receive on arrival.

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A region worth exploring

Located in the foothills of the Pyrenees, the surrounding area is renowned for its natural beauty, with vineyards, olive groves, and lavender-covered hillsides as far as the eye can see.

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A bedroom with orange textured walls, white curtains, and a four-poster bed with white drapes and bedding. There are framed pictures on the walls, a small wooden nightstand with a lamp, and a white sofa at the foot of the bed.

THE ACCOMMODATION

Eleven bedrooms,
across two buildings.

The main house sleeps up to sixteen guests across eight beautifully appointed bedrooms, with seven bathrooms, two drawing rooms each with a fireplace, two fully equipped kitchens, and a cinema room with surround sound. The adjoining Bergerie Cottage sleeps a further six guests across three bedrooms, with its own kitchen, sitting room, and private courtyard.

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Outdoor wedding ceremony with couple standing in front of an officiant under trees, surrounded by seated guests on a grassy area near water, with hills in the background.

WEDDINGS

Say your vows at
Domaine de la Vène.

Domaine de la Vène hosts weddings throughout the year — family-hosted, entirely bespoke, and built around a stay rather than a day. If you are thinking about getting married in the south of France, we would love to hear from you.

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Private Stays

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Events

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Weddings

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Interior view of a spacious room with beige tile flooring, a staircase with black wrought iron railing, a large potted plant with dark green leaves, and classical bust sculptures on pedestals. A decorative gold-framed mirror and some paintings are on the walls, and a wooden table and chairs are visible in the background.

Corporate Retreats

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  • 'The most beautiful villa in a stunning, private location. Perfect to enjoy a weekend with friends and family. We loved using the pool and the outdoor dining space. The rooms were beautifully decorated and unique, most with en-suite bathrooms with plenty of space to accommodate us all. The villa is also very well situated for visits into Carcassonne and pastry runs in the morning.'

    Jess

  • ‘A little corner of heaven on earth! Rosie and James welcomed us to this magnificent residence with much kindness and generosity. The house and estate are even more beautiful in real life. We took advantage of the location to relax whilst discovering Carcassonne and the surrounding area. The quality of the facilities was far superior than our expectations.’

    Anonymous

  • 'We had the most wonderful week, thank you. An absolutely beautiful house in a fabulous location and seriously comfortable for us all.'​

    Alice

  • 'An enchanting place, a unique setting, and a welcome of exceptional quality. Domaine de la Vene has all the ingredients for a unique stay!'

    Carine

Domaine de la Vène has been
a family home since 1999.
We'd love to welcome you.

Get in touch with your dates and group size and the team will come back to you with availability and a bespoke quote.

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EMAIL
contact@domainedelavene.com

LOCATION
Palaja, Languedoc, France