It’s way better in person.
The first apartment is ready. The second one will be ready soon. The last i’s are being dotted and t’s crossed on the piles of paperwork.
The journey has been satisfying, especially when we see where we started. The before, below.

Wallpaper (flocked!) removed, wiring and plumbing completely redone, floors restored, windows replaced, furniture edited. Surprises along the way.

Here’s another angle:


Contrast the dining area:


No longer cramped, it’s the perfect place for breakfast…
or dinner.
No pets allowed, but there are plenty of animals:
The details are carefully preserved.
The elaborate mirrors echo…




The apartment is arranged as enfilade rooms, designed for a continuous line of sight as well as for cross ventilation.
The previous chandelier is now in the bedroom. We found a bigger, more sparkly one:

It really does have va-va-voom.
As is my wont, I changed the furniture around about eight times. I think I like it with the daybed parallel with the wall, rather than in the center of the room (as in the first photo). What do you think?
If you’d like to rent it for your vacation in Carcassonne, contact me here at taste.france@yahoo.com or at booking.carcassonne@gmail.com. It will be up on the holiday rental sites very shortly.
day bed as per last photo- definitely
Lookds beautiful C
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Thank you! I’m tallying votes for center vs. side placement.
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Side -on looks more open and welcoming , and highlights all that lovely space you have
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Ding, ding, ding! Definitely on the side. That leaves the openness for the enfillade to sing. As Madame DV said, “the eye has to travel.” There is no need to break or seperate this pretty space.
Lovely wall color.
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Thank you. I hope you can see it some time!
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sorry “looks”
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Great job. Even the ‘before’ looks great!!
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It really was pretty, which was why we fell for it, not knowing that under the surface was updated wiring. All replaced now.
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Great job on maintaining the character of the place while modernizing it. As usual, just great space.
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Thanks! I hope people will come. Carcassonne is magical, and we tried to make an equally magical place to stay.
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I have it on my bucket list 🙂
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We enjoyed a visit to Carcassoone over Christmas and New Years . It really is a magical place. Our room had a panoramic view with a balcony, which was a perfect spot to enjoy the Cite lit up. Stunning. The walk up to and around the castle was lovely in the early evening. Even in December, the streets were busy but not crowded. We enjoyed the cassoulet at Restaurant Comte Roger. Would love to visit again. I would enjoy visiting your apartment. You kept the historical charm with some comfort and safety updates. The day bed facing the window invites lounging with a lovely glass of wine.
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I hope you come back!
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Great job…..daybed against the wall I think.
Ali
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Thank you! Two votes for.
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I like the daybed against the wall, it makes the room more open whereas the other divided the room. You did a wonderful job with the drapes and everything looks perfect for your first guests.
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Thank you! Against the wall is winning. Can’t wait to tell the Carnivore.
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It looks wonderful! I love the mirror, especially the details
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We can’t take credit for the mirror; we bought it from the previous owner.
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Definitely the daybed against the wall it gives much more space, the whole apartement looks fantastic and almost regal (fit for a king or queen) It will make a wonderful holiday place and if ever we come to carcassonne I will certainly stop here and I hope you get lots of stayers, well done TOF x
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Thank you Roz! It’s nicer than our house!
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Beautiful and serene. Well done, you! – as they say on Downton Abbey. The drapes are very elegant, and all of it a labor of love. I’m curious to see what kind of artwork you may put on the wall behind the dining table.
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I have a big, beautiful painting by my mother, who studied art and painting in college. And then, I don’t know. We’re looking around. It has to speak to me.
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Looks like a gorgeous place to stay in Carcassone. Next time! Day bed on the side is my preference.
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Thanks for the vote. Maybe it will be your base during your hunt for a house.
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Everything looks Beautiful! I love your furniture. If I could go I would really enjoy the stay. Going to France has always been a dream for me! I like the daybed on side wall.
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Make your dream come true! Paris is wonderful, but there’s lots more of France to see and your money goes farther in the provinces.
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I think you have done a fabulous job, love the paint colour and the curtains are fantastic, a great achievement at a tiny fraction of the cost.
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Thanks!
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This is just gorgeous!!!
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I’ll take a look tonight!
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GORGEOUS!
I will keep this in the back of my mind!
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Thank you! We still have to find art and such, but all the necessities for comfort and practicality are in place.
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Well done! The place looks amazing!
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I’ll check it out. Thanks for the heads up!
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I love your posts and your photos. But the many gut doctor ads that appear over and over again are disconcerting, to day the least, and definitely detract from the enjoyment.
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Really? I had no idea! They are generated by WordPress because I use the free version. I wonder why that of all things?
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