Your French 'home-away-from-home' is situated within the historic Bastide area of Carcassonne. Inside the converted 200 year old building, you will find a haven of comfortable quiet living space, with a modern interior and newly decorated rooms. This town-centre apartment has the unusual added benefit of a spacious private outdoor courtyard. All rooms newly decorated and furnished (Spring 2008). Apartment comprises a double bedroom, lounge, large bathroom with bath and shower, compact kitchen leading into spacious dining area and double doors to rear garden. All rooms have double glazed windows and electric heaters. Tiled floors keep the interior cool and a large palm tree in the garden provides shade for sitting outside. An assortment of books and games are available to borrow plus an ipod compatible music system (plug and play) and a radio. High chair and travel cots available on request. A guide to local shops, attractions, maps and useful contacts is also provided so everything you need for your holiday is ready and waiting : ) : The 40sq metre garden includes a large red brick paved area with outdoor seating (chairs, table and a bench) perfect for sitting or eating outside. A large palm tree provides shade for sitting outside in the heat of the day, and the shelter of surrounding buildings provides a lovely quiet and secluded spot for the evenings.