A large house in a village a short distance from Narbonne, just off the main street in a narrow dead end that is a bit awkward to get to (or from) with a car, but ultimately perfectly feasible. You have to park across the street at a short distance (maybe 100m), but there is ample space. Just watch as you cross on foot - the main street has lively traffic. You get a spacious old-fashioned room with equally spacious bathroom, a key to the side door to go in and out as you please, a generally rustic country decor throughout, a wonderful little garden with decorative fish in a little fountain and colourful and chatty lovebirds in a netted enclosure, and a cute little dog named Chou-Chou for company. Wifi works in both the room and the garden. The very welcoming hostess, Marie Pierre, recommended and kindly booked a very good local restaurant a few minutes' walk away along the main street, and in the morning prepared an excellent (typically French) breakfast. It may be a bit remote for a long term base, but for one night while driving around the country it beats staying in town.

Stayed in April 2025

Beautiful relaxing place to unwind. Lots of nice places to visit nearby suggested by the host.

Stayed in August 2024

We were served every morning with a selection of breads, fruit, preserves, cheese, fresh juice. We also had some lovely pancakes and scrambled eggs. Our host was so helpful, nothing was a problem. The room was so beautiful looking out on the garden, we woke to the soft sounds of the fountain and birdsong. I would highly recommend this accommodation.

Stayed in May 2024

Nothing - just loved it.

The accommodation was wonderful, and our hosts could not have been more accommodating. The home made breakfast was exquisite.

Stayed in October 2023

Some of the African masks

Well considered - thoughtful - adapted to my likes

Stayed in July 2023

Having to leave!

What a wonderful place to stay with all the comforts, advice on where to go for sights, wines and restaurants, and delicious breakfast (homemade juice, jams, lemon cake, and yoghurt as well as fresh croissants and baguette). Big comfortable bed, large airy rooms, and beautiful gardens with a plunge pool. Lovely hosts in Marie-Pierre & Phillipe, along with Lou-Lou, the attentive King Charles Spaniel. We will be back!

Stayed in September 2023

The only challenging bit was the parking. Like most small French towns, the lanes and alleys aren't really built to accommodate a lot of vehicles. The good news is that there's a new parking lot being constructed just up the road - which will solve a lot of the parking struggles in the town.

Hosts Marie-Pierre and and Phillipe were wonderful. We used this place a a base for a number of day trips in the region and they always had helpful ideas, advice and recommendations. The breakfast each morning was great, freshly squeezed orange juice, home made croissants, jam and sweet breads, and of course coffee. Our room was large, comfortable, with a great bed, overlooking the sensational terraced garden and the pool - what a great place to wake up every morning. We were a bit concerned with the heat of the day and no AC that the room might get hot & stuffy. But with good windows and shutters it was no problem at all...it was cool and great for sleeping. Overall it was a really great stay and we'd happily stay there again when we return to the south of France

Stayed in July 2023

no drawers for clothes only a wardrobe, would have preferred kettle in room for tea and coffee but both minor points

We were visiting friends nearby and this was the perfect base. Very welcoming hosts, huge and beautiful room with a view to the lovely garden. Very comfortable bed. Breakfast was great - something different and extra every morning. If the weather had been better the garden would have been fantastic to spend time in - a little oasis in the village

Stayed in May 2023

There is a fountain in the garden and doves liked to pay it a visit at least twice a day. Nothing else really.

Nice old house with beautiful garden. Large room with windows to the garden hence very quiet. Breakfast was typical French (croissant, café) plus a bit such as self-made jam and brioche or cake. No problem to have lunch or dinner in the garden. A small selection of wines is available in the guests's fridge. Good location to explore the various places around. While there is no private parking on the premise there are plenty of options around.

Stayed in September 2022

Saint Marcel is a very drab town. We booked it for access to the Canal Du MIdi and Minerve and Nabonne There may be better options You will need a car and unfortunately the surrounding streets are narrow and parking is very difficult. Palmier Cache is located in a narrow lane. No parking nearby in the five days we were there. Avoid the host’s garage. We have the first damage to our car after 8 weeks and 4000km trying to exit it. Only one good restaurant in town

Very friendly hostess and a good sized room although it was on the top storey. Lots of stairs. Breakfast was excellent. Palmier Cache itself is good value for money but the location is difficult to access Do visit La Somail. A gem of a village on the Canal Du Midi with five or six restaurants and best if all their famous bookshop.

Stayed in September 2022

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Stayed in July 2025

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Stayed in April 2023