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Couple from Invercargill New Zealand
Length of stay 1 week - 28 Rue des Remparts
We had such a restful time in your cottage - thank you. I love your kitchen & bathroom and the décor.
Man from Halifax Canada
Length of stay 2 weeks - 28 Rue des Remparts
Well appointed, well done for a small space, good eye for detail. Marilyn & Steve you will soon be the new Trancavels!
Couple from Sydney Australia
Length of stay 2 weeks - 28 Rue des Remparts
We had a lovely time in the house - we found it very comfortable and the appointments are 1st class. We liked the décor and found the house charming. Thank you.
Couple from Auckland New Zealand
Length of stay 1 week - 28 Rue des Remparts
The most wonderful honeymoon we could have imagined! A lovely villa, and lovely generous hosts. Thank you for your gift, and for your friendly hospitality. We have loved the town and its people (especially Martine & Jean Pierre!) and the countryside. A most beautiful part of the world, which we will visit again, and we hope we see you again soon. A bientôt!!
Couple from Wellington New Zealand
Length of stay 1 week - 28 Rue des Remparts
A thoroughly enjoyable week. We love the house and its style. Amazing what can be done in a small space. Thanks a lot.
Couple from Sydney Australia
Length of stay 2 weeks - 28 Rue des Remparts
Being "our" house for two weeks wasn't long enough. The thought and flair within a small space is exceptional. All this in a village atmosphere - plus 21st century shower & kitchen! As a base to explore Languedoc and beyond it has been superb. We leave with the hope that we can come back to a wonderful setting and enjoy the hospitality of charming hosts.
Couple from Egham England
Length of stay 1 week - 28 Rue des Remparts
How wonderful to spend our first wedding anniversary back here in Trausse. The house is beautiful - perfect for a couple; really sweet and cosy which was a good thing due to almost three days of solid rain! It didn't spoil a second of our stay and we found some new places to eat, especially the restaurant by the Canal du Midi at Homps - "Les Tonneliers" which was fantastic. It was lovely to spend time with Marilyn and we enjoyed another memorable meal Chez Barlaud. We'll be back! A bientôt!
Couple from Sydney Australia
Length of stay 1 week - 28 Rue des Remparts
A cosy cottage for 2, such a great base for exploring the area & beyond - the boat trip down the Canal du Midi a great experience to top it off, enjoyed lunch at "Les Tonneliers"! Also enjoyed "Lo Cagorol"at Aigne. Minerve is a must see!
Couple from Sydney Australia
Length of stay 1 week - 28 Rue des Remparts
Drove from Vienna to Trausse to meet up with our friends from Sydney staying in 4 Rue de Minerve. Great fun, lots of laughs, beaucoup de vin!! When they left we found the village to be most tranquil - the perfect resting place before we launch on our next mega-drive southern Spain. Favourite side trips were winding through resting vines & countryside to Minerve and Mirepoix. Thanks to Marilyn &Steve for generous hospitality.
Couple from Yarramalong Valley NSW Australia
Length of stay under a week - 28 Rue des Remparts
Great to absorb the French village culture. Wonderful accommodation, food and company. Carcassonne & Mirepoix outstanding. Had a wonderful time with great old friends. Thanks
Family from Launceston, Tas Australia
Length of stay one week - 45 Rue des Remparts
Lovely week in and around Trausse - Carcassonne, Minerve, Gruissan, Foix, Niaux, Beziers, Montpellier & Caunes. Also lots of great local wine.
Marilyn & Steve thank you for your hospitality.
Couple from Sydney, Australia
Length of stay 2 weeks - 45 Rue des Remparts
Thank you for introducing us to Trausse. We have talked to you both over the years telling the delights of the country & it did not disappoint. It was nice to be your neighbours here as well as in Sydney. Thank you again - the house was just wonderful with the Steve & Marilyn touches.
Couple from California, USA
Length of stay 1 week - 45 Rue des Remparts
The area is beautiful! So much to see and do that a week is not nearly long enough! Steve & Marilyn - thank you for all the local tips and being our guides.

The open markets and of course the brocantes were fantastic. After a whirlwind week in Paris- this was what we needed. Days to roam the countryside seeing Minerve, Carcassonne, Mirepoix, Lezignan-Corbieres, and up-up-up to Peyrefiche! Picnics and of course your "tres magnifique" dinners - lapin a la moutarde - we will never forget!!! Thank you for wonderful memories!

Lady from Atlanta, USA
Length of stay 4 weeks - 45 Rue des Remparts
It was a delight to be able to return to Trausse just 3 months after my last visit. Four weeks alone to relax, soak in the village life, and do some thinking about the next few years. I feel at home in this wonderful cottage and the neighbours are always friendly.
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New excursions this trip were - Lastours, a wonderful site of four ancient towers only a short ride from Trausse. Peyrepertuse - a longer journey but well worth it and the steep climb to get to the top, and Montolieu - the "book village" full of lovely book shops. The highlights of this years second visit was experiencing the vendange and the grape leaves in colour and of course the hospitality of Steve & Marilyn.
Couple from Brisbane QLD Australia
Length of stay 2 weeks - 45 Rue des Remparts
Firstly thanks Marilyn & Steve for your great hospitality and help. We very much enjoyed our stay at no. 45, loved the house, the village, great walks - all directions - the lovely countryside & several interesting bus trips around the district. The house was always great to come home to.
Couple with a child & in-laws from Bermuda
Length of stay one week - 45 Rue des Remparts
Marilyn, We had a wonderful time and we loved the house and the overall region. The vacation couldn't have been better. Linda is a star; she is a really good cook and made our time there only more relaxing. It is such a huge help (specially travelling with a child) to get back home looking forward to a great meal without having to cook and clean. She was also really good at choosing the menu. I would definitely offer her help as an option to any visitors you have in the future. It was really great!
Family from Sydney Australia
Length of stay 1 week - La Bergerie
Arrived on Marcus' 21st for a wonderful dinner arranged by Marilyn in the local restaurant (l'Amandier). My brother's family were in 45 Rue des Remparts. Christmas lunch we used the fabulous La Bergerie kitchen to cook fresh geese and ducks bought in Carcassonne - and woke Boxing Day morning to the village covered in snow. Loved the wine tastings in the local vineyard and the Christmas markets and ice-skating in Carcassonne. All in all - a wonderful family holiday.
Family from Sydney Australia
Length of stay 2 weeks - La Bergerie
We have enjoyed a wonderful 2 weeks with our family in Trausse. After a long day travelling, it was a delight to arrive at La Bergerie to the warm & inviting atmospere of such a well presented house. There have been so many highlights that it's difficult to give a shortlist, but those of particular note were: Carcassonne - particularly the old city, the Canal du Midi - cruise from Homps, picnic at the locks at Puicheric and le Somail, Chateau de Peryrepertuse and Minerve. We also enjoyed the degustations with Luc & Sebastien. Our day trip to Gerona and return via the coastal route was also particularly interesting. To counter the busy "touristy" activities we also enjoyed the leisurely days walking & cycling around Trausse and just enjoying lounging in the sun-filled back garden. Thanks again Marilyn & Steve for your warm hospitality and our pleasant stay in Trausse.
Two couples - 1 from Canberra ACT & 1 from Sydney Australia
Length of stay 4 weeks - La Bergerie
We arrived in Trausse for a four week stay wondering if there were enough things to do and see in this period of time. We are now leaving after a wonderful month, with plenty more to do on another visit. We were able to go far afield to places such as Toulouse (Albert 1st, Rue Rivals is a good two star hotel right in the centre of Toulouse), Millau, Collioure and Albi, as well as visiting the many far flung Cathar Castles. It was always a joy to return to the warmth and beauty of La Bergerie - a real home away from home. We were also fortunate to be in residence at the same time as Marilyn and Steve who proved to be wonderful hosts, jovial and caring! Thank you Marilyn and Steve for such a memorable experience - so many wines - so little time!! We also enjoyed joining in the local festivities and meeting the locals - all very charming. For Peta and Ian, the walks with the Cappers and friends were truly memorable.
Three couples from Auckland, Lower Hutt & Wellington New Zealand
Length of stay 1 week - La Bergerie
A delightful house, crafted with vision & charm. Our stay was all too brief with so many places of interest to visit. Highlights were Alet-les-Bains and La Cite at Carcassonne, also an unexpectedly good meal at The Pizzeria in Caunes-Minervois - the name is misleading.

A visit to the Cathedral & Toulouse Lautrec Museum at Albi was another highlight - a "must visit". Enjoyed the Domaine Tour Trencavel wines & "discovered" Toulouse Sausicce (sausage). Special thanks to Steve & Marilyn for your friendliness, hospitality & assistance. This visit will live long in our memory.

One week was not nearly long enough for us having a great interest in, a love for, and an appreciation of fine wine. We cannot believe that in our time here we did not visit one vineyard. A visit to Cathedral of St. Cecile and a step from the 20th Century Square into the deep spirituality of bygone centuries was truly impressive. We shall recommend Trausse & its area to our friends. Thanks to Marilyn & Steve.
Couple from Melbourne Vic Australia
Length of stay 3 weeks - La Bergerie
Our 3rd visit to Trausse & 3 weeks was not sufficient! Priviledged to have stayed in La Bergerie to both celebrate our special "O" birthdays. Sincere thanks to Steve & Marilyn for their energetic hospitality & enthusiasm all "things" Trausse! The village continues to charm us with its ambience & very friendly locals & brilliant accommodation! Highlights include: Collioure - lunch at Amphytrier restaurant on outside terrace overlooking the Med & feast of local anchovies & amazing fresh seafood with a local bottle of Rose. Wine tour with Wendy - (brochure in La Bergerie or ask Marilyn & Steve) local wineries & very informative (great lunch) & you don't have to drive! Dinner at d'Alibert Hotel in Caunes-Minervois (host Frederic is a hoot!). Fantastic local markets - Mirepoix (Mon), Olonzac (Tues), Lez-Corbieres (Wed), Carcassonne (Sat).
Three ladies from Newcastle NSW Australia
Length of stay 1 week - La Bergerie
After a long drive, we settled into La Bergerie with great ease. We loved the house, the decor & appreciated the original features left in the house. We found the village quiet but friendly. We are envious of the people who were here when Steve and Marilyn were present as it seemed to add an extra dimension to their stay. We visited a number of villages close by as well as Carcassonne & although quiet we appreciated the lack of other tourists which made sight-seeing a pleasure. A week was far too short to experience all the area has to offer. Next time we'd like to stay longer & go further afield.