Holidays in Lagrasse

This was our fourth visit to these fabulous apartments - why look anywhere else when we have discovered the perfect place in such a gorgeous village? This time we stayed in the Pool View apartment, which is very comfortable - light and airy with a small private balcony and well equipped kitchen (though we often ate down in the courtyard where it was cooler). We thoroughly enjoyed the En Blanc et Noir piano festival which we’d stumbled upon by accident when visiting back in 2015. It’s an annual festival - 15 free concerts in the Place de La Halle with amazing young pianists and other musicians from many countries. Even if you’re not a fan of classical music or jazz, it’s worth going along for the atmosphere - a glass of wine, swallows soaring overhead and warm sunshine - what’s not to like? We had excellent meals at La Cocotte Felee, Le Bastion and Le Temps de Courges this time; there’s a great choice of restaurants and bars for every taste in the village. There is plenty of interest further afield - Cathar castles, Carcassonne and the coast within driving distance, but having visited those on previous visits we enjoyed just relaxing, walking in the local area, swimming in the river and the pool and reading in the lovely courtyard. Claire and Guy are great hosts - everything you could need for a self-catering holiday is provided, and they can advise on all sorts of activities, eating places etc. We are already looking forward to our next visit!

This spring, it was the second time we spent some wonderful days in the terrace apartment in Lagrasse. We loved the stay. The apartment is modern, spacious, tastefully furnished and clean. It leaves nothing to be desired. The view from the terrace into the garden with the cherry tree in bloom was admirable. Lagrasse is beautifully situated on the banks of the river Orbieu and is a good starting point for exploring the Languedoc-Roussillon with its beautiful hiking areas, its Cathar castles, and so much more that can be discovered. The hosts, Guy and Claire, are welcoming and helpful. We are looking forward to coming back.

Splendid architectural windows. Stone feature walls. Tall ceilings. Wood beams. Tile and hardwood floors. Lovely bed-linens. Spacious bedrooms. Lovely ensuites. I enjoyed several weeks through the winter months in the Arch apartment. And coming from North America, (where there is very little grace in the age of architecture) I was in awe of the darling ancient town and this charming 800 year old home. The suite met all my needs with modern fixtures/appliances, but so much more it provided an artful aesthetic in which to bathe. I felt inspired, delighted, and indulged. The hosts are lovely. I would happily return.