Far from the razzmatazz and glitz of the Côte d'Azur, the Corbière region is a quiet land of contrasting landscapes and historical masterpieces, including Cathar castles and medieval Abbeys. Less than an hour from long sandy beaches of the coast, the romantic Canal de Midi, and the fortified city of Carcassonne, the region has a lot to offer the adventurous and curious traveller. At the elegant Le Clos des Vignes, lazing by the pool with a glass of Corbières red is a perfect reward for a day of exploring, in a home that combines historic location with contemporary style.