THE LANGUEDOC-ROUSSILLON
Explore one of the most beautiful and authentic regions of France
THE LOCAL AREA
Between the mountains and the Mediterranean
Set amongst 630 acres of hills and woodland in the Corbières, Domaine de la Vène feels wonderfully secluded, yet Carcassonne is only 15 minutes away. The Mediterranean coast can be reached in under an hour, with the vineyards, villages and Cathar castles of the Languedoc in between and the Pyrenees beyond.
From swimming in rivers and exploring medieval villages to cycling through the vineyards, visiting local markets or settling in for a long lunch, the Domaine makes a natural base from which to discover this part of southern France.
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.
YOUR EXPERIENCE AT THE DOMAINE
Good food, expansive grounds, and
a rich local region
FOOD & DRINK
Three kitchens and one of the best culinary regions in France
The domaine has three fully equipped kitchens, including a professional Château Cornue cooker and a long dining table that seats sixteen. A private chef can be arranged on request. For dining experiences beyond the domaine, the Languedoc is one of the finest food and wine regions in France, with Michelin-starred restaurants within easy reach.
Ten acres of garden, and 630 acres beyond
Enjoy a beautifully maintained ten-acre garden with a large pool, stone terracing, and shaded dining areas. The pool has a sound system and the grounds can be floodlit at night for relaxed evening gatherings. Beyond the garden, 630 acres of protected conservation land is home to expansive meadows, cedar forest, and hillsides covered in thyme, rosemary, and lavender.
Real France, without the crowds.
The Corbières is one of the most unspoilt parts of southern France, with all the warmth of the Mediterranean climate, but without the crowds of other similar regions. Carcassonne is twenty minutes away, the coast is under an hour away, and opportunities for cycling, hiking, horse riding, wine tastings, and cultural landmarks are all on your doorstep.
Ready to start planning your stay?
Get in touch with your dates and group size and the team will come back to you with availability and a bespoke quote.
EMAIL
contact@domainedelavene.com
LOCATION
Palaja, Languedoc, France