Title: A stunning former Ambassador's home in the heart of Carcassonne Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6050702&destination=Carcassonne%2C+Aude%2C+France&selected=67452469&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # A stunning former Ambassador's home in the heart of Carcassonne ## Photo gallery for A stunning former Ambassador's home in the heart of Carcassonne ![Exterior detail - A stunning former Ambassador's home in the heart of Carcassonne (Carcassonne)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67460000/67452500/67452469/8cad717c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - A stunning former Ambassador's home in the heart of Carcassonne (Carcassonne)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67460000/67452500/67452469/5afbb431.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - A stunning former Ambassador's home in the heart of Carcassonne (Carcassonne)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67460000/67452500/67452469/w1200h1460x0y0-05658a4c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books, stereo - A stunning former Ambassador's home in the heart of Carcassonne (Carcassonne)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67460000/67452500/67452469/504fb2e1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![6 bedrooms, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - A stunning former Ambassador's home in the heart of Carcassonne (Carcassonne)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67460000/67452500/67452469/67fcd3a9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In the heart of Carcassonne, La Maison de l'Ambassadeur offers a unique blend of history and luxury. This former ambassador's residence features a private bar, fully equipped kitchen, 2 spacious reception rooms, and a secluded garden perfect for al fresco dining. ## Reviews 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire home 6 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 164844 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### A stunning former Ambassador's home in the heart of Carcassonne La Maison de l'Ambassadeur is the former home of the French ambassador to Finland situated in the Bastide in central Carcassonne. Built during the reign of King Louis IX, it famously acquired its unique Art Nouveau facade in 1910\. Sleeping up to 12 guests comfortably, it has a bar for private use, fully equipped kitchen and 2 generous reception rooms (one with a large dining area) leading out on to a private, secluded garden with outside seating. The house offers 450 square metres of space for its guests. Featuring high ceilings, intricate plasterwork, marble fireplaces and a sweeping marble staircase, it is an architectural gem. The generous rooms and hallways are testament to its past function as a place for entertaining important dignitaries. The dining room has enough space for 16 to dine. The interconnecting lounge has plenty of seating, 50" Smart HD TV and bluetooth stereo. The kitchen is equipped with washing machine, drier, dishwasher, American style fridge-freezer, range cooker, crockery, cutlery, glasses and lots of storage space. There is a snug private bar area with seating. The secluded and shady garden is equipped with barbecue and enough dining space for 12 or more people. Four bedrooms are en suite with access to balcony space. Two bedrooms share a bathroom. All have air conditioning The layout is as follows: Ground floor: Reception room with private bar, kitchen, lounge, dining area, paved courtyard garden with outside seating. First floor: Two interconnecting double bedrooms at the front, each with balcony overlooking the street and soundproofed internal shutters. They share a generous bathroom and changing area. Two large double bedrooms to the rear; the Marble Suite with an integral shower and the Ambassadeur Suite complete with a roll top free standing bath and ensuite shower, both having access to large private balconies overlooking the garden. All of these rooms have air conditioning. Second floor: Two bedrooms to the front, one with balcony. Both have en suite bathrooms and sound proofed internal shutters, and air conditioning in each room. A two bedroom flat with shared bathroom with shower to the rear. These bedrooms (double and small double) can be let for an additional fee of 150 euros per night. They do not have air conditioning. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Breakfast available for a fee - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 6 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Meal delivery service ### Location highlights - In the city centre ### Safety features - 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Parties and events (including family gatherings and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 16 Note from host: Only include paying guests Keep noise to minimum Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property La Maison de L'ambassadeur in Beautiful Carcassonne Carcassonne ## About the area Located in Carcassonne, this holiday home is in the city centre. Theatre Jean-Alary and Maison des Memoires are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Old Bridge and St. Vincent Church. [Visit our Carcassonne travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carcassonne.dx6050702) [View more Holiday homes in Carcassonne](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carcassonne-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6050702-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C43.21193%2C2.35207&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=CttmtGMwg3EU52MgiA3_dQK0GOE=) Carcassonne, Aude ### What's nearby - ![Carcassonne showing a castle and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6050702/9f8010a7-9d10-4d26-b8d2-89bc54506ce6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Place Carnot 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![This is one of the entryways to the medieval city at Carcassonne. When I visited, it had this art installation - those circles are physically there! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6050702/761a03af-262a-4220-879b-9d489ee4c6c8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne 14 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Theatre Jean-Alary 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - Maison des Memoires 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Canal du Midi Harbor Master's Office 8 min walk \- 0.4 miles ### Getting around - Carcassonne Station 9 min walk - Carcassonne (CCF-Pays Cathare) 21 min drive ### Restaurants - Cafe Cornella 4 min walk - La Cantine Du Saint-Roch 2 min walk - Brasserie A 4 temps 2 min walk - La Comédie 1 min walk - Brasserie des Platanes 3 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is A stunning former Ambassador's home in the heart of Carcassonne pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at A stunning former Ambassador's home in the heart of Carcassonne? ### What time is check-out at A stunning former Ambassador's home in the heart of Carcassonne? ### Where is A stunning former Ambassador's home in the heart of Carcassonne located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## A stunning former Ambassador's home in the heart of Carcassonne Reviews ## Reviews ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 7.6 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachel A. 9 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect, spacious and beautiful property for group of friends A central, clean and truly impressive property for a lovely trip with friends. So much space with en suite bedrooms and a breathtaking outdoor courtyard which I know is uncommon in the city. It felt really opulent and special to be staying here. The communication with Jane was exceptional and reassuring. Little things like fresh flowers, bottles of water in fridges in bedrooms and a picnic basket ready for a lunch at the lake were such lovely touches. We would love to return. ##### Rachel A. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### David W. 15 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy A very pleasant despite the high temperatures. The property is obviously historic yet well-kept and cared for, with attention to the overall appearance and condition. The rooms were spacious, spotless, and beautifully decorated. The beds were incredibly comfortable. The staff were incredibly attentive and made us feel very welcome. Being close to attractions, shops, restaurants and transportation the building managed to provide a peaceful and quiet atmosphere when you closed the front door - We had a truly enjoyable stay and would highly recommend this place to others! ##### David W. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### ARMANDO R. 4 Jan 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Cleanliness #### Fabulous house Fabulous house Located in the center of Carcassonne, this house is beautiful, with a lot of charm and antique furniture, as shown in the photos. The rooms are spacious and very well decorated. However, it is a pity that the house was so dirty - a lot of dust, food stuck in the microwave oven, bad smell and leftover food in the refrigerator. It needs a deep cleaning for the house to be 5 stars. Fabulosa casa Ubicada en el centro de Carcassone, esta casa es preciosa, con mucho charm y muebles antiguos, tal como se muestra en las fotos. Las habitaciones son espaciosas y muy bien decoradas. Sin embargo, es una lástima que la casa estuviera tan sucia - mucho polvo, comida pegada en el horno microondas, mal olor y restos de comida en el refrigerador. Necesita una limpieza a fondo para que la casa sea 5 estrellas. ##### ARMANDO R. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### jane s. 6 Dec 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Special place A joy to stay in this historic townhome so well located at the heart of a beautiful city. For a group of friends, the set up is perfect and a delight to experience. ##### jane s. Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2021 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jacquelin R. 4 Nov 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fête famille Bel espace et bonnes vibrations dans la maison! ##### Jacquelin R. 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