At this holiday home you'll be 2.4 km (1.5 mi) from L'Oulibo Olive Cooperative and 2.5 km (1.6 mi) from Haut-Languedoc Regional Nature Park. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a private pool and a washing machine. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and home features free WiFi, 3 bathrooms and a fireplace. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A patio, a sofa bed and a living room are also available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers an outdoor pool, a garden and barbecues. Plus you'll find laundry facilities. .With a stay at this Bize-Minervois holiday home, you'll be 3.6 km (2.3 mi) from Château d'Agel and 4.6 km (2.9 mi) from Domaine Lou Colombier.
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Stylish French renovated house with heated pool in historic Bize by river
A typical French townhouse, with high ceilings and light airy rooms, sensitively modernised (inc free wifi and satellite tv) whilst retaining it's original charming features. With private heated swimming pool, gas BBQ, seating for 10 and plenty of room for sunbathing. 6 double bedrooms, 5 bathrooms (2 ensuite) inc two baths and a walk in double shower on the ground floor. Fully equipped large kitchen with seating for 10, spacious lounge with TV and free broadband, extensive library in English. 5 mins walk away are 2 boulangeries, supermarket, weekly market, organic food shop and takeaway, 3 restaurants and bar. Plus doctor, pharmacy, dentist, hairdresser, beautician, and the river, with lifeguard in July and August. There's lots to do in the semi pedestrianised village, from swimming, horse riding, free tennis and boules and relaxing by the river to attending one of the many local Fetes. Or go kayaking, cannoning, quad biking or explore Cathar castles, monasteries, historic Narbonne with its great markets. For a day out Carcassonne Cite, Beziers or sandy Mediterranean beaches are just 45 minutes away.
Note from host: Please don't smoke inside or outside the property.
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
In a village
On a river
Things to do
Bicycles
Golf
Heated pool
Kayak
Optional golf privileges
Snow sports gear
Tennis
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Swimming nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Bicycles
Garden
Unit size: 2,153 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please strip beds used and put with towels in bags provided downstairs in the wet room.
Please leave bathrooms as you would like to find them.
Empty dishwasher and put spare key in bowl at foot of stairs, lock up and replace key in key safe.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
No bombing/diving in the pool please, we are on a water meter.
No additional guests to stay without previous notice/payment @£50 per night per person
Please do not take our English to French adaptors home with you, but leave for the next guests.
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Note from host: Supervise children by pool, lock windows. Max 4
Events
No events allowed
No parties are allowed in the property.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Please don't smoke inside or outside the property.
Important information
You need to know
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
Note from host: No parties are allowed in the property.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: No parties are allowed in the property. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.
We should mention
On-site cash transactions can't exceed GBP 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
Property is also known as
Stylish House Centre Medieval Bize River Swimming Bize-Minervois
Stylish House Centre Medieval Bize River Swimming
Stylish Centre Medieval Bize River Swimming Bize-Minervois
Stylish House Centre Medieval Bize River Swimming Bize-Minervois
Stylish House Centre Medieval Bize River Swimming
Stylish Centre Medieval Bize River Swimming Bize-Minervois
Stylish Centre Medieval Bize River Swimming
Frequently asked questions
Are there any beaches close to Stylish French renovated house with heated pool in historic Bize by river ?
The closest beach to Stylish French renovated house with heated pool in historic Bize by river is Centre de secours (14.2 km).
Does Stylish French renovated house with heated pool in historic Bize by river have a pool?
Stylish French renovated house with heated pool in historic Bize by river has a heated pool and a pool.
What luxury perks are available at Stylish French renovated house with heated pool in historic Bize by river ?
This property features a heated pool, as well as a private pool and a fireplace.
Is Stylish French renovated house with heated pool in historic Bize by river family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as a playground and laundry facilities, as well as children's dinnerware and children's books, it's no surprise that Stylish French renovated house with heated pool in historic Bize by river is a winner with our family travellers.
Is there a private hot tub at Stylish French renovated house with heated pool in historic Bize by river ?
No, but there is a private pool.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Stylish French renovated house with heated pool in historic Bize by river ?
No, Stylish French renovated house with heated pool in historic Bize by river does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Stylish French renovated house with heated pool in historic Bize by river ?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at Stylish French renovated house with heated pool in historic Bize by river ?
No, pets are not allowed.
Stylish French renovated house with heated pool in historic Bize by river Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 30 reviews
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jessica P.
24 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We had a lovely week in Bize Minervios staying in Libby's gorgeous home. The house was clean, spacious and had all the amenities we needed for a lovely stay. Communication with Libby was fantastic and check in and out was straight forward. I would fully recommend.
Jessica P.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kezia S.
18 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Family escape
I cannot fault this property or the hosts. From booking to check out they were so great. So much advice on what to do, things to visit, and clear instructions on the property. There were 5 of us with 3 under 12. So much to do locally for all ages. The house was a perfect base for lazy days eating and lounging by the pool broken up with days out. A perfect location for a French escape. Thank you!
Kezia S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Suzanne F.
14 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Three weeks in Bize
Property was extremely well equipped and didnt need for anything. Beds very comfortable and showers very good. The outside area was a decent size. I thought it might be a bit small frim the photos. Host was very responsive and helpful.
The village is great with plenty going on the weeks we were there.
Suzanne F.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Avril K., Salt Spring Island, Canada
28 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely family holiday
Well stocked, clean , comfortable, charming house and responsive host made this stay a wonderful holiday. The pool was delicious and the village was delightful. House was close to good restaurants and a boulangerie and the river. Thank you Libby!
Avril K.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Luke M.
14 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay in Bize
Beautiful, well equipped house, perfect for all ages and a fantastic garden and pool area to relax or have dinner in. The kids loved the toys - thanks for all the info Libby!
Luke M.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Peter R.
10 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Townhouse glamour and comfort in south of France
Beautiful spacious house with a pool and in the center of a small village. Everything you need is in the house - very well stocked kitchen, full bbq, games, and outdoor equipment, toilet roll and basic kitchen supplies like spices etc. Very quiet and a great base for exploring. Host provided an extensive list of local attractions and sites which was super.
Peter R.
Stayed 16 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Joakim B.
19 Aug 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Great house in nice village
We spent three great weeks in Bize. The house was excellent, we enjoyed both the spacious interior with all amenities as well as the nice patio and the pool for swimming. We also got lots of useful information from the owners on things to see and do in the beautiful surroundings. We would definitely consider coming back!
Joakim B.
10/10 Excellent
Sara O., United Kingdom
17 Sept 2018
Just fabulous!
We spent the last two weeks of August at this fabulous home and thoroughly enjoyed everything the house and the area had to offer. The house is well loved with a lovely creative flair and lots of small details which added to the enjoyment of our stay. The bathrooms are all exquisitely fitted and the bedrooms equipped with stylish and quality bed linen. If you enjoy cooking, the kitchen is equipped with all your needs for al fresco and indoor eating. The pool was a refreshing retreat from the heat and well maintained.
Having the beautiful river nearby as an alternative venue for a refreshing dip was a delight. Our children (19, 17 and 9) all enjoyed invigorating river swims and lazy picnics on the riverbank. The area is also great for cycling fans and our son clocked up many miles exploring the quieter villages nearby. Having a choice of good restaurants within walking distance added to the delights of the village. The owner recommendations of where to go and what to see are well thought through and invaluable. The owners were great at communicating beforehand, during our stay and since we have arrived home. Can’t recommend this home enough, hope to be back here.
Sara O.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018
10/10 Excellent
cherry H.
21 Aug 2018
Superb property in beautiful friendly village
Want to relax? Stay here! Had a fabulous family holiday at this well appointed village home with the perfect sized pool to cool off in the heat of the day. Lots of places to explore both in the friendly village and in the local area. House was clean and stylish with modern bathrooms and very well appointed kitchen completed with wine fridge suitable for foodies. Beds were comfortable and house stayed cool (despite the 42c heat) with tiled floors and a light breeze coming through the shutters. House has all the attributes of a family home rather than a stark holiday let, so there is a small library of books, games, DVDs, floats for the pool and beach chairs and mats for visits to Gruissan plage. The village had a great selection of restaurants, a village mini supermarket, bakers and swimming lake. Our teenagers aged 14, 18 and 19 enjoyed; trips to Carcasonne, days at the beach doing all the watersports, Narbonne market and cocktails at Le Grange. The village Olive Oil Festival was 12 hrs of fun and a real highlight and so were the summer festivals at Salleles -d'Aude and St Chinian complete with wine tasting! Came home feeling refreshed and both before and after the owners were helpful and attentive. Highly recommend this spacious property to any family looking to relax and have fun!
cherry H.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2018
10/10 Excellent
Matt H.
16 Aug 2018
Amazing house in Bize - we'll be back!
Everything about this house is superb. The location - 1 minute from river with rope swing and fresh water swimming. Quaint village with bar, restaurants, shops etc...but what really makes it is the house. It is equipped with everything you would want, the pool is perfect, the rooms spacious and beautifully decorated. Libby leaves you details of where to visit, what to do etc...We loved it so much we want to go back!
Matt H.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
10/10 Excellent
Michael W.
1 Jul 2018
Oasis in Occitanie
Our family spent a great week staying at this property. It is in a lovely little town within reasonable distance of all sorts of historical, outdoor and culinary activities. We found ourselves short on time to experience all of the different things the area had to offer! The location is ideal for visiting local olive and wine growers, visiting sites like Cathar castles and the medieval city of Carcassone, and relaxing at the beach or around the pool.
The house is great for a large group. The bedrooms and living spaces were very comfortable and accommodating for a family on holiday. All of the bathrooms are recently renovated. The kitchen was spacious, well equipped and opens up to a beautiful outdoor living space around the pool. The owners have done a great job decorating the house with tastefully selected antiques and comfortable textiles.
The owner’s guestbook/guide was our go-to resource when planning meals or outings. We were grateful for the restaurant and beach advice, the recommendations were spot on.
We would recommend this house for any group traveling to Languedoc!
Michael W.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018
10/10 Excellent
Charlotte S.
14 Nov 2017
Glorious few days in a fabulous location
We spent a few days in this amazing house - wonderfully situated in beautiful village with friendly bars and restaurants. There was a midsummer festival during our stay - such a dramatic spectacle. Local supermarkets had great variety of fresh produce and wine from the local cave was delightful! Worth visiting Narbonne and the lovely al markets in Olonzac - we will be back - thank you for a wonderful stay!
Charlotte S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2017
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
14 Nov 2017
Spacious and beautiful
I had a wonderful summer holiday in Bize-Minervois. Attending a couple village festivals was fun and a great opportunity to immerse ourselves in french culture. Going boating in the sleepy town of le Somail, a short drive away, on the famous Canal du Midi was another highlight of our fortnight stay. Also we had an excellent meal at La Grange, a 15 minute walk from the house. The property is spacious and light and fully equip, plus the modern art on the walls is great and I recognised a few pieces to be a local artist's work that is exhibited at l'Oulibo the local olive grove and gift shop. Reading in the courtyard in the afternoon sun by the pool is bliss. I couldn't recommend this holiday home more.
Verified traveller
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2017
6/10 Okay
Marieke K.
19 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great house, pool and location but bad nights
The lovely decorated house is at walking distance from the river, hard tennis courts, jeux de boule, bakery and a nice restaurant. Many nice locations to visit in the neighbourhood.
We enjoyed the large kitchen with everything you need and the garden with the great swimmingpool and nice table.
The host is very kind and easy to contact.
The chairs in the garden left black stains on a few of our shirts.
We didn’t sleep well. The beds are too small and they make noise at every move.
There are no vans so you want to leave the windows open at night to let the cool air in. But there is a lot of noise around the house, people arriving and leaving with their cars all night long, talking loudly. Dogs barking, church bell every day on at 7 am.
Recommandations:
Replace the beds for normal size boxsprings
Put a van in every bedroom
Put a coating on the garden chairs.
Marieke K.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
8/10 Good
Laurent L.
27 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Agréable séjour dans belle maison typique du Minervois
Maison avec de belles prestations, la propriétaire est très disponible. Nous avons passé un très bon séjour malgré un temps très chaud (en dépit de l'ancienneté de la maison la chaleur finit par s'imposer). Deux bémols mineurs : frigo trop petit quand on dépasse 4 personnes (surtout l'été), pas de prises électriques dans les salles de bains. Beaucoup de consignes sont en anglais, dommage car nous sommes en France. Bref vous ne serez pas déçus et nous reviendrons ...dès la climatisation installée! merci à Libby pour son accueil chaleureux!
Laurent L.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
delphine d.
13 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Jolie et agréable maison
Endroit idéal pour se retrouver a 2 familles. Comme a la maison, il y a tout sur place, la piscine, la rivière à côté. On a tous adoré!
A refaire 👍
delphine d.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Rita K.
25 Aug 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Très bon séjour !
Maison très agréable avec de beaux volumes et décorée avec goût. La région est magnifique. Libby est toujours disponible et rapide pour répondre à d’éventuelles questions.
Rita K.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020
10/10 Excellent
Cécile G.
18 Aug 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Maison de caractère très agréable à vivre , au sein d’un charmant village de l’Aude .
Excellent séjour dans une maison de village où nous avons passé une semaine de vacance très reposante .
On s’y sent comme chez soi !
Cécile G.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
10/10 Excellent
Florent M.
1 Aug 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Super séjour 😊
Très belle maison dans un très bel endroit. Les deux sont magiques.
Une propriétaire qui fait tout pour qu’on se sente à l’aise, tout est fait pour notre confort... comme si on était invités.
Florent M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
10/10 Excellent
Cedric R.
31 Aug 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Une propriété confortable et reposante
Des propriétaires très accueillants et sympathiques.
Une propriété superbe, magnifiquement décorée.
Un village charmant traversé par une rivière.
Nous avons passé des vacances très relaxantes.
Merci à Libby et Andrew