Horizons Verts is one-of-a-kind, set in 2.5 hectares of meadow and woodland, but less than five minutes' walk from the village and restaurants. It's a perfect place for children to play and adults to relax. Horizons Verts is a working small-holding, and you'll always find something going on in the organic orchard, vegetable and herb gardens, and meet our friendly chickens, guinea-pigs, rabbits and cats. But there are lots of quiet places too, surrounded by wild-flowers and birdsong in the meadows and woods, or relaxing on the terrace. There are picnic tables and barbecues around the grounds, hammocks among the trees, a fire-pit, and a summer kitchen in the poolhouse with a hob, fridges, sink and brick barbecue. There are plenty of walks and outdoor sports nearby - or of course you can just borrow a book from our little library, pour a drink, and relax on a sun-lounger by the pool!

Hello, we are Ruth and Peter. We are originally from the UK, but have lived in France for several years and really love it here. This is such a beautiful area, and we are very happy to have an opportunity to share it with guests who appreciate staying in a quiet, friendly place surrounded by nature. We look forward to meeting you!

Puivert is a small, friendly village with lots going on! Set in stunning surroundings in the Haute Vallée de l'Aude, it has a Cathar castle, a pretty swimming lake, restaurants and cafés, an artisinal brewery with a bar and regular live music, and events and night markets throughout the summer. There are walking trails, a gliding club, horse-riding and fishing. In winter, the nearest ski station is half an hour's drive away. A few kilometers away you will find markets, medieval towns, watersports, rock-climbing and sailing - not to mention vinyards with wine-tasting, pre-historic caves, and the historic site of Montsegur castle. This is a great place for children. Plenty of space to explore, build camps, toast marshmallows around the campfire, play in the wooden "Cathar castle" or on the swings, help feed the animals and collect the eggs in the morning - and of course there's the pool to splash around in. The sandy beach and swimming lake are close by, there's horse-riding near Puivert castle, and there are children's activities at the village museum and medieval re-enactments at nearby Chateau de Chalabre.