A character home in the medieval village of Caunes Minervois, nestled at the foot of the Montagne Noire National Park in the heart of the Languedoc wine-growing region.The house, built over centuries but stripped back to the medieval walls, has a secluded outside courtyard, views of the Romanesque abbey, and the Pyrenees. It sleeps 6, has 2 bathrooms, living, dining, kitchen, all newly upgraded, and a lovely library/2nd lounge on the top floor.The historic village, 20 minutes from Carcassonne, is a fabulous base from which to explore the spectacular Cathar castles, access a network of spectacular cycling roads, in pristine condition,.cycle Tour de France stages, visit the ancient cities of Carcassonne, Narbonne, Beziers, walk, indulge in fresh village food, markets, and the wines of the region. The beach is just 45 minutes away.