House in Small, Picturesque Hill Village
Everything Available for Tots and Babes
Sleeps 6 + 2 Babies
|
|
David and Caroline welcome you to stay at their delightful French house set in the middle of a small picturesque hill village full of rustic charm. Their home has stone walls, a wood burning stove, vaulted caves and high-ceilinged silk rooms. It is situated in a peaceful courtyard, where alfresco meals can be enjoyed, and then the afternoon siesta under the cool arch. A garden barbecue, fountain and exterior lighting all add to the enjoyment of life outside. Please have a view of this beautiful property with a virtual tour on our website (see link below).
|
|
| Rental periods | 6/8 persons plus 2 babies | 10% discount if you book 2 weeks between 1st June & 30th June 2010 |
| 26 October - 27 March 2010 | €500 | autumn/winter |
| 27 March - 1 May 2010 | €550 | spring |
| 1 May - 2 July 2010 | €600 | early summer |
| 3 July - 3 September 2010 | €700 | high summer |
| 4 September - 29 October 2010 | €600 | late summer |
| 30 October 2010 - 26 March 2011 | €550 | autumn/winter |
Notes on prices
Prices for the property are per week in Euros.
Prices may be negotiated in £'s sterling if required.
We offer discounts for long weekends etc during the autumn and winter.
Prices includes linen and electricity (in high season) but not cleaning.
Changeover day
Saturday - out of high season this is negotiable.
Arrival after 4.30pm and departure by 10am.
Notes on accommodation
The List below shows you the available equipment etc for babies and toddlers:
Equipment
Cots - 2
Highchairs - 2
Booster seat - 2
Potties - 2
Steriliser - Yes
Baby monitor - Yes
Bumbo - No
Plastic cutlery - Yes
Plastic step - Yes
Changing mat - Yes
Stair gate - Yes
Socket guards - Yes
Non slip bath mat - Yes
Baby bath - Yes
Childrens toys - Yes
Microwave - Yes
Inside and outside games for all ages
We will provide everything that you want to make this a hassle free baby holiday..including nappies!
6 Rue du Chateau is a tastefully restored 15th Century silk mill, retaining the high vaulted silk rooms, caves and much of the original flooring. The house is furnished to a very high standard.
Outside
A beautiful sunfilled courtyard retaining all the original features; a fountain, outside shower, old stone seat surrounded by Anduze pots and the smell of banxia roses. A cool sitting/eating area with table and chairs under the arch with an excellent Weber barbecue. Outside paddling pool and games for young children. Play area in the village with swings and slides and outdoor Ping-pong
Coast/Beach
The sandy beaches of the Camargue are a sbort distance away with the camargue horses and flamingoes..and fish meals to die for!
Travel
By Air:
Nimes (45 minutes to the house by car).
Montpelier (60 minutes to the house by car).
Marseilles (2.5 hours to the house by car).
Carcassone (3 hours to the house by car).
Beziers (2.5 hours)
Train:
Eurostar, Waterloo - Paris/Paris - Nimes (3 hours).
From £114 return (approximately 12 trains per day).
By Car:
Calais - Nimes, approximately 950km. Motorway via the A26, A5, A31, A6, A7 and A9.
If you are not bringing your own car, we recommend car hire when you arrive.
Distances
There is a general store in the village where most things can be found: the shop is open from 7-12 pm every day except Thursdays. Also an excellent restaurant open Thursdays - Saturdays. Reservations necessary.
Further details
5 minutes away you will find shops and restaurants in Ledignan, Sommieres, Lezan, the medieval town of Sauve and Quissac. There are local markets almost every day. There is an English speaking guardian who looks after this property and will be there to meet you when you arrive. To see more information on the house, please visit our personal web site details below.
Booking notes
A booking form will be sent to you on confirmation of your holiday dates. There is a security bond of 350 euros. Initial deposit of 30% with booking, final payment 8 weeks before arrival. We recommend you take out insurance in case of cancellation. 5% discount book now.
Guest comments
Comments from Alastair Sawday Publishing 'Special places to stay. French holiday homes'
Behind the arched blue door lies a restored 15th-century silk mill, its vaulted cellar rooms intact. It is an Aladdin's cave, an intoxicating mix of French, English, Moroccan and Indian treasures. Escape the blistering heat into this cool, calm space; the village is cooly perched in the foothills of the Cévennes and you are in the middle of it. No garden, but a peaceful gravelled courtyard with chairs for dozing, a barbecue, a fountain and a summer shower. Inside, your gaze drifts to mellow yellow-washed walls, tiles - the best of old and new - and lofty ceilings. The sitting room is cavernous but is cosy in wintertime: a wood-burning stove, William Morris-covered armchairs, comfy sofas, books, an upright piano. Arched doors lead from the well-equipped kitchen into the courtyard where you may eat. Up a floor and those lofty old silk rooms have magically become bedrooms.
Owner profile
About the owner
My wife and I retired to this beautiful part of France in December 2006: Having worked as a lawyer and podiatrist respectively we decided we wanted a complete change in our lives and have never regretted moving here.
Year purchased: 2001
Why the owner chose a home in this location
We chose this beautiful hill village silk mill because we were completely charmed by the region and the panoramic views over the vineyards and the best restaurant in the area actually in the village! Its close proximity to both Nimes and Montpellier made it a must for us. We arrived down on a Thursday evening in March 2001, fell in love with the property which had not been lived in for 50 years, and spent the next two years renovating it! Please come and see us there one day!
For booking and further information
Property Ref FR35
Mr and Mrs Nolder
Tel/Fax: (France) + 33 466 244 443
Mobile: (France) + 33 650 268 399
Owners Website: Click here
Send an email to owner
This form may only be used for genuine enquiries about renting this property.
Use of this form for other purposes including unsolicited commercial marketing is strictly prohibited.
Your message will be sent by email to the property owner.
Owners Direct also retains an archive copy for the property owner to refer to.
If you do not receive a reply to this email within 2 or 3 days, please try contacting the owner by telephone.
Your email address will be added to our mailing list, for receipt of occasional newsletters and holiday information.
If you do not wish to be added to this mailing list, please uncheck the box above.
Please refer to our privacy policy.
International Dialling Access Codes:
From Europe dial 00 in place of +
From USA dial 011 in place of +
If phoning from outside Europe or USA please consult your telephone directory for international dialling access codes.
This advertiser joined Owners Direct in November 2002,
and has advertised this property with us since November 2002.
Property Ref FR35
When contacting the owner please mention that you saw this property on Owners Direct Website.