My wife and I spent four nights at La Maison du Chapelier in mid-August. We had a really nice time in this lovely old house. Andy couldn't have been more helpful - going out of his way to help us and providing much the best breakfasts of our two week holiday in France. The room was large, the pool was terrific and the Pottery/Creperie in Esperaza was well worth a visit.
Looking for a base in Languedoc-Roussillon? Look no further than La Maison du Chapelier.

This is a real gem. A fantastic property of real character and charming decor. We spent two nights so as to have a rest day during a touring holiday. And it was perfect for that, with a big twin bedroom and plenty of space for guests in a drawing room and the garden with pool. Andy and Louise were wonderfully welcoming, fed us splendidly, and provided an atmosphere of casual relaxation. I confess we enjoyed making use of the TV and DVD player available to guests. Esperaza is great as a very French village rather than a cutesy, chocolate box place full of English people like the Dordogne. This is real France. Small enough to walk around in minutes. But big enough to have shops, a couple of bar-cafes, a good pizzeria, and an excellent creperie. So good not just for an overnight stop but for an extended stay. There is even a railway station so you can get there by train from Carcassonne if not driving.

Calme et discrétion des propriétaires, nous avons apprécié la chambre 3 pour son espace et ses vitraux. A découvrir!!

We stayed here for 1 week and couldn't recommend it more. The house is really beautiful with lots of space so you don't feel cooped up in your room. My daughter was delighted to find the grand piano to play in the living room. A+