Title: The Cathar Cottage, Pennautier - Lovely, Traditional Village House Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6337075&destination=Pennautier%2C+Aude%2C+France&selected=34580230&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Cathar Cottage, Pennautier - Lovely, Traditional Village House ## Photo gallery for The Cathar Cottage, Pennautier - Lovely, Traditional Village House ![Exterior - The Cathar Cottage, Pennautier - Lovely, Traditional Village House (Pennautier)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34590000/34580300/34580230/3e21968c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - The Cathar Cottage, Pennautier - Lovely, Traditional Village House (Pennautier)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34590000/34580300/34580230/dd036bb2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![DVD player, books - The Cathar Cottage, Pennautier - Lovely, Traditional Village House (Pennautier)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34590000/34580300/34580230/2a223d41.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - The Cathar Cottage, Pennautier - Lovely, Traditional Village House (Pennautier)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34590000/34580300/34580230/w801h598x1y1-db7ed9fb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - The Cathar Cottage, Pennautier - Lovely, Traditional Village House (Pennautier)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34590000/34580300/34580230/0c481f77.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to the charming village of Pennautier at Cathar Cottage, a perfect haven for exploring the medieval La Cité of Carcassonne and sipping wine from the region. Discover local flavors with nearby bakeries, butcher shops, and cafes within walking distance or retreat to your cozy home away from home with free Wi-Fi. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Cathar Cottage, Pennautier - Lovely, Traditional Village House Whether it's your base for exploring the ruins of Cathar Castles, walking through beautiful nature, strolling the battlements of the medieval La Cité of Carcassonne, cruising along the Canal du Midi on a barge or sampling the beautiful wines of the region – the Cathar Cottage is your perfect home away from home! The Cottage is located in the village of Pennautier which is found 5 minutes drive North of beautiful Carcassonne. Pennautier has been known as such since 1781, however its history wends it's way back through the Middle Ages and Roman Occupation into pre-history. The Cathar Cottage is an attached village house on 3 floors. The ground floor consists of the entrance, kitchen and dining area, along with a full bathroom. The first floor comprises the Master Bedroom, Sitting Room, Terrace and second toilet. The second bedroom is contained on the second floor - please note there are fairly steep steps to the second floor which would not be suitable for older persons or very young children. The Cottage has free Wi-Fi. Pennautier has all the basic services within walking distance, including a newsagent, grocery store, bakeries, butcher, cafe, pizza restaurant, pharmacy, and doctor. The Chateau de Pennautier is on the edge of the village (2 min walk from the Cottage) and dates back to 1620 - a wonderful place to engage in a bit of 'wine tourism'!. Parking is available within meters of the house. Keywords: French, village, intimate, historic, services, shops ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games ### Outdoor areas - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village - Near a zoo ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Motor boating nearby - 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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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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 USD 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property The Cathar Cottage Pennautier Lovely Traditional Village House ## About the area Located in Pennautier, this cottage is near theme parks. St. Vincent Church and Maison des Memoires are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Haut-Languedoc Regional Nature Park and Parc du Père Noël. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and horse riding. [Visit our Pennautier travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pennautier.dx6337075) [View more Cottages in Pennautier](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pennautier-Cottages.d6337075-aaCottages.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%7C43.24570%2C2.31830&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=8ZRWyEI2gc88kk4Wi6f_I6Ww5xc=) Pennautier, Occitanie ### What's nearby - ![Place Carnot](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 8 min drive \- 4.5 miles - ![Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne](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 10 min drive \- 5.3 miles - Écluse d'Herminis 7 min drive \- 2.6 miles - Canal du Midi Harbor Master's Office 8 min drive \- 4.5 miles - Château Comtal 10 min drive \- 5.3 miles ### Getting around - Carcassonne Station 10 min drive - Carcassonne (CCF-Pays Cathare) 10 min drive ### Restaurants - Burger King 6 min drive - Le Jardin de l'Estagnol 6 min drive - Buffet d'Asie 5 min drive - Domino's Pizza Carcassonne 5 min drive - Saquette by fred du Bristol 7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Cathar Cottage, Pennautier - Lovely, Traditional Village House pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at The Cathar Cottage, Pennautier - Lovely, Traditional Village House ? ### What time is check-in at The Cathar Cottage, Pennautier - Lovely, Traditional Village House ? ### What time is check-out at The Cathar Cottage, Pennautier - Lovely, Traditional Village House ? ### Where is The Cathar Cottage, Pennautier - Lovely, Traditional Village House located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Cathar Cottage, Pennautier - Lovely, Traditional Village House Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional 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 35 8 - Good 11 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 9.2 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 2 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Gorgeous Cathar Cottage Cathar Cottage is a sweet and cosy little home, tucked up a narrow winding lane. It is conveniently close to Carcassonne, but far enough away to be peaceful. Our time was measured out by nearby church bells ringing the hours. Our hosts communicated regularly from when we booked, offering suggestions and advice. They ensured there were provisions on hand, in case of holiday shop closures, as well as heating the place before we arrived. A wonderful home with fabulous hosts. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Myriam J. 5 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great visit! Very easy check-in & out; accurate description of lodging. ##### Myriam J. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Benjamin M. 26 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful village and spot The owners were very communicative and helpful. It was easy to reach them and get suggestions and help. This was a cozy home and a highlight of our trip. ##### Benjamin M. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 Archival ### 8/10 Good #### Cheryl W. 9 Oct 2014 #### Cottage with character Close to major sites like Carcassonne and the beach at Narbonne. Loved walking to the bakery every morning for our baguette and croissants! Worked well for family of four. The stairs to the upstairs bedroom were very steep so probably not suitable for very young children. Loved the stone walls and the character of the home! ##### Cheryl W. Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Stéphane L. 28 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Logement très calme et très propre. Beaucoup de marches et la chaleur dans la chambre du haut est insoutenable. ##### Stéphane L. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### ROLLANDT f. 20 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy excellent séjour ##### ROLLANDT f. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Benoît H. 22 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Très bien accueilli dans ce lieu chaleureux et bien pensé. ##### Benoît H. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alexandra L. 22 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Ravi du séjour au cottage cathare Nous avons beaucoup apprécié ce gîte, son côté typique, son emplacement, tout était parfait ##### Alexandra L. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fabien A. 10 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Séjour au top séjour au calme. Parfait! ##### Fabien A. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steve H. 11 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Pennautier village étonnant avec des rues TRÈS étroites. merveilleuse ville historique. installations très limitées (bars, cafés, etc.). merveilleux hébergement rustique. un deuxième ventilateur serait utile ##### Steve H. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Guillaume P. 20 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Bien mais rue étroite Bien dans l'ensemble, La rue est un peu étroite, nous n'avons pas osé y aller en voiture. Le défaut majeur est que c'est assez sombre et rustique. ##### Guillaume P. Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Olivier D. 19 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Très bien Très bien ##### Olivier D. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Martine B. 1 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Maison au calme et très bien située. Cottage agréable et bipied aménagée ##### Martine B. Verified ### 8/10 Good #### MARIA EUGENIA C. 29 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Una casa típica, antigua y muy limpia Bien localizado, pueblo tranquilo y agradable. ##### MARIA EUGENIA C. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### helen a. 18 May 2019 #### interesting property overall we enjoyed our holiday in pennautier,but only one bed made up and I didn't want to share with my daughter, we left message with local agents but never received a reply. we wanted to use public transport but would advise visitors to use own transport. I think maybe we were a little early in the season, and it was a local holiday in this area. small supermarket open when we arrived on Saturday 27th april ,were told they would be open again on Monday but did not open again until Thursday, the rustique bar/café only did food if they had enough customers, but were very helpful friendly. great meal at winery restaurant. did lots of walking. Aragon worth a visit. thankyou for the wine which we enjoyed, another reason to drive, would have liked to bring some home with us. Helen ##### helen a. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marissa B. 13 Oct 2018 #### The town was beautiful and the locals were very friendly and helpful Spacious and clean space. We felt very relaxed and comfortable. The property is well stocked with the little things one needs at a pinch. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and absolutely would recommend it to others. ##### Marissa B. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### jean luc c. 23 Sept 2018 #### Correct Locaux un peu sombre, manque d équipements cuisine et un peu spartiate. Maison bien située dans village agréable à proximité immédiate de Carcassonne. ##### jean luc c. Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tomas C. 20 Sept 2018 #### Sehr gemütliches Häuschen in der Nähe Carcassonnes Wir haben uns in den beiden Nächten dort sehr wohl gefühlt, alles sehr liebevoll eingerichtet, das kleine Häuschen ist ein Erlebnis. Vielen Dank auch an die Vermieter, alles war hervorragend organisiert. ##### Tomas C. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Aniruddha C. 4 Sept 2018 #### clean comfortable accommodation in good location with excellent hosts clean comfortable accommodation in good location with excellent hosts ##### Aniruddha C. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### José Ignacio L. 11 Jul 2018 #### Casa con estilo propio, restaurada con mucho encanto. Es una casa restaurada con mucho encanto, las escaleras para subir son un poco empinadas, pero hasta eso le da su estilo particular. Sin grandes lujos, pero se está muy cómodo. Lo único es que no había televisor, pero estando en una zona tan preciosa no hay tiempo para eso, no fué un problema. El pueblo es pequeño pero su gente muy amable. A la llegada nos encontramos un regalo de bienvenida!!. Repetiría sin dudarlo. ##### José Ignacio L. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018 Archival ### 8/10 Good #### Eduardo d. 24 Dec 2017 #### Casita bien acondicionada y tranquila a 15 minutos de la City 10/12/2017 Una casita cerca de Carcassonne muy agradable y calentita con todos los utensilios en la cocina y baño, hemos estado dos noches muy agradables y con un gran detalle del anfitrión encontrarnos las estufas encendidas y una botella de vino . La única pega es el tramo del último piso que es un poco incomodo. Gracias por todo.Eduardo. ##### Eduardo d. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017 Archival ### 8/10 Good #### Gregor H. 11 Oct 2017 #### Quaint little town house We enjoyed our stay at this quaint little town house, which is well equipped from top to bottom. The stairs were quite steep and we both felt that older residents may suffer trying to get up and down. Whilst we really enjoyed our stay the lack of access to an outdoor space proved claustrophobic and as such we spent most of our time out and about. That said I suspected there was limited access to an outside seating area prior to our visit so I blame myself in this respect. It was spotlessly clean with a superb shower and constant hot water, you could not ask for more at the price ##### Gregor H. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017 Archival ### 10/10 Excellent #### STEPHEN T. 20 Sept 2017 #### Fantastic traditional house in lovely village I stayed at Cathar Cottage with my wife and children, aged 7 and 4, for a week at the end of August. This is a wonderful traditional French house, and the photos on the site do not do it justice. Pennautier is a lovely French village with a butcher, 2 boulangeries, a mini market, a tabac and one bar. We loved going to the boulangerie every morning and for a drink at the bar in the evening. Everyone we met in the village was very friendly, and always fussed over the kids which was really nice. Be prepared to speak French in the village, as many people don't speak english! Again, we saw this as a plus as our son has just started French at school. The village is 10 minutes from Carcassonne and a great base for exploring the region. My one piece of advice is do not take your vehicle down the Rue Victor Hugo to the front of the house. The street is horrifically narrow at the bottom and we scratched our wing mirror on the hire car. Park at the top or bottom of the street in the parking bays on the main road - we never had a problem getting parked and it is a short walk to the house. While we were there a light broke for the bathroom which I reported one morning. We went out for the day and when we returned it had been fixed which was fantastic. We had a fantastic experience at Cathar Cottage, a real feeling of being in real France, and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it ##### STEPHEN T. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017 Archival ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniel C. 28 Aug 2017 #### Confortable, typique nous avons aimé. Confortable, typique nous avons aimé. ##### Daniel C. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017 Archival ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karine R. 27 Aug 2017 #### Super! Endroit très agréable et calme. À recommander. ##### Karine R. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017 ---