Title: Gîte de la Porte d'Aval Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Gîte de la Porte d'Aval Holiday home in Issel with kitchen and fireplace ## Photo gallery for Gîte de la Porte d'Aval ![Exterior - Gîte de la Porte d'Aval (ISSEL)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121800000/121791800/121791710/e8b27d12.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Gîte de la Porte d'Aval (ISSEL)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121800000/121791800/121791710/5bc13e2b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Gîte de la Porte d'Aval (ISSEL)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121800000/121791800/121791710/fe4ad524.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Gîte de la Porte d'Aval (ISSEL)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121800000/121791800/121791710/1aa8e125.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Gîte de la Porte d'Aval (ISSEL)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121800000/121791800/121791710/15d433f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Gîte de la Porte d'Aval provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathrooms2131 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - 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. ### Gîte de la Porte d'Aval The cottage includes: entrance hall, large living room dining room corner TV and independent kitchen, wc. Upstairs, 4 large bedrooms, including 2 communicating with an SE adjoining, independent water room and 2wc. 4 beds 90 and 2 beds 160 beds. Mixed heating: air conditioning in the rooms, radiators and chimney equipped with a woodstove in the ground floor. Sheets, towels and cleaning at end of stay in demand. Parking in the vicinity of the cottage. Half way between Carcassonne and Toulouse, 8 km from Castelnaudary, cottage of character with enclosed garden, organized in flower beds stacked at the foot of the old wall of the village. Access to the garden by a basement partially dug into the rock, which opens onto a large sun terrace. The cottage offers views on the landscapes of the Lauragais and the Pyrenees in the distance. The history of this remarkable building and the village will be offered by the owner, and you can travel across the country and to discover the heritage and gastronomy. Trails of walks from the village and Saint Ferréol Lake 14 km. Restaurants in the area 10 to 15km. Stores 40km to 8km and Carcassonne. No reservation within 4 days of arrival in low and mid season. Between rolling hills, landscapes opening onto the Pyrenees and hiking trails, you will discover a way of life marked by history and local gastronomy. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Shower ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 2,131 square feet ## Similar properties ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107290000/107280300/107280281/9260d6ae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Le Clôt , Charmante Propriété Barbecueparking Animaux de Compagnie Acceptés! 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 This property accepts cash On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation ### Property is also known as 11G2241 ## About the area Issel is home to this holiday home. Canal du Midi Museum and Gardens and Museum of Wood and Marquetry are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include St-Papoul Abbey and Saint-Felix-Lauragais Castle. [Visit our Issel travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Issel.dx3000038147) [View more Holiday homes in Issel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Issel-Private-Holiday-Homes.d3000038147-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%7C43.36771%2C1.98903&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=9KbXDZ_fxtmT27n8C2P7CW78Zl0=) ISSEL ### What's nearby - St-Papoul Abbey 8 min drive \- 4.9 miles - Church of St. Felix 15 min drive \- 11.6 miles - Saint-Felix-Lauragais Castle 15 min drive \- 11.6 miles - Saint-Ferreol Basin 15 min drive \- 10.0 miles - Canal du Midi Museum and Gardens 15 min drive \- 10.0 miles ### Getting around - Castelnaudary Station 14 min drive - Carcassonne (CCF-Pays Cathare) 42 min drive ### Restaurants - McDonald's 11 min drive - Cassoulet & Cie 12 min drive - McDonald's 11 min drive - Maison du Cassoulet 8 min drive - Le Petit Gazouilli 8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Gîte de la Porte d'Aval pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Gîte de la Porte d'Aval? ### What time is check-in at Gîte de la Porte d'Aval? ### What time is check-out at Gîte de la Porte d'Aval? ### Where is Gîte de la Porte d'Aval located? ## Have a question? 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