Car advised Wheelchair access Nearest amenities: 0.8 km
Notes:
Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
Les Hirondelles is a luxury villa set down its own private drive. Nestling in the lea of a hill, backing onto vineyards the villa faces south for all day sunshine. The villa is located in the historic, pretty part of Fitou village, just 5 minutes walk from the centre, with it's four restaurants, boulangerie, tabac, snack bar and supermarket and just 10 minutes drive from the Mediterranean's sandy beaches and ports.
The villa is light and airy and has been furnished to a high standard - the spacious, high ceilinged living room opens out on to a large covered terrace, beautiful pool and garden.
The comfortable, stylish interior is open plan with squashy sofas and armchairs, a huge dining table, and a fully fitted kitchen containing all the kit you would expect! Three double bedrooms are well appointed - two twins and a master with en suite. The villa also has English TV via satellite, a selection of games, DVDs and CDs and is fitted with reversible air-conditioning/central heating throughout.
Outside, the covered terrace by the pool is perfect for eating al fresco with views to the hills. Around the pool are comfortable sunbeds and low tables - a real sun trap. There is also a large 'Hot Spot' barbeque and a second shaded terrace with table and chairs.
If you decide that you've had enough lazing by the pool, BBQing and eating langorous lunches on the terrace - remember golden sandy beaches are just 10 minutes drive, the hills with views to the Spanish border are right behind the villa, and the Mediaeval chateau (and bar!) a short stroll away. Wine tasting is available at numerous Caves in the village, and the oysters fresh from the 'Etang' (salt lake) at Leucate are sublime.
So, just about your every need is catered for - with the best restaurant in Fitou, Cave D'Agnes, just a few minutes walk down the lane!
The region boasts 300 days of sunshine a year, and truly offers something for everyone whether families,couples or friends, sea or land lovers ....we would like to tempt you to a holiday in Fitou!
Les Hirondelles, beautiful terrace and pool
'Red & Cream' twin bedroom
Master bedroom, 4 poster bed and en suite
Looking across pool from villa to BBQ terrace
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The Languedoc-Roussillon / Aude region
The region boasts one of the best sunshine rates in France. Mount Canigou dominates the area with all the benefits of being near the mountains (walking/skiing/rivers/gorges) - yet the beaches are sublime, with miles of white sand, lakes/etangs for fishing, oyster beds or simply messing about in a boat. The beautiful freshwater gorge at Gouleyrous is well worth a visit.
The whole Catalan area is steeped in history with many ancient forts to discover, and the Roman Via Domicia which passes Fitou village, being the ancient route between Spain and France.
Walkers, wine lovers, sea and surf fanatics, history buffs, children and families will all fall in love with the region. You can involve yourself in local activities (brilliant African Safari Park, Adventure Park, Water Park) or lose yourself well away from the crowds in the wild and immense countryside and endless beaches. Kite-surfers abound, yet the sea bed shelves gently, particularly at La Franqui- great for kids.
Fitou area
Fitou is an ancient, world renowned wine village. It boasts it's own mediaeval chateau, with amazing views from the terrace bar over the mediterranian. The village is full of wine caves - so if you enjoy wine tasting (Fitou & Muscat at it's finest), you only need to totter from the front door of Les Hirondelles. Restaurants, boulangerie, bar a short stroll and supermarket in village. Hill walking from the doorstep, views to mountains and sea. Many beautiful white sandy beaches within 10-15 minute drive. Ancient forts, caves & vineyards, gorges, Roman remains (Narbonne/Via Domicia). Horse riding, fishing, surfing & kite surfing, sailing, boating, windsurfing, white water rafting, cycling, swimming, tennis, football, cinema, Safari Park, Water Park, Adventure Park - all nearby. Shopping (chic boutiques) in Perpignan and Narbonne. Under two hours to visit Spain or the mountain ski resorts of Les Angles and Font Romeau, one hour from the historic walled city of Carcassonne. Fitou is very hot on events, brocantes (street markets) occur regularly during the summer, plus wine festivals, Easter and Summer extravaganzas with live music and fireworks.
How to get there
FLIGHTS: Nearest airport Perpignan (20 mins) - then car hire or taxi Carcassonne (90 mins) Toulouse ( 2 hours) Flights also to Montpellier (90 mins) and Girona (90 mins) Barcelona (2 hours)
CAR HIRE RECOMMENDED
BY TRAIN: Alight at Leucate, just north of Perpignan. Or Perpignan, then car/taxi.
BY CAR: Exit off the A9 autoroute, signposted to Leucate. Then follow signs to Fitou.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Perpignan, Carcassonne, Toulouse,Montpellier
Railway:
Leucate: 5 km
Activities near Fitou
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Waterpark Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation Cycling holidays
Facilities
Luxuries:
DVD player
General:
Central heating, Air conditioning, TV, CD player, Table tennis, Satellite TV
Single beds (4), Double beds (1), Cots (1), Dining seating for 8, Lounge seating for 10, Sleeps maximum of 6
Other:
Linen and towels provided. Highchair available.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private outdoor pool (unheated), Private garden, BBQ
Access:
Wheelchair access, Secure parking
Further details indoors: Les Hirondelles is a light, airy, spacious villa, decorated in good taste throughout. There are no internal stairs, with everything on one level. The garden setting ensures privacy/ views from windows.
There are three double bedrooms, all opening onto the garden through french windows. The two twin bedrooms are tastefully furnished, with large wardrobes, drawers, mirrors etc. The master bedroom suite has a king size four poster bed, en suite shower room with basin and WC, dressing room, and patio doors opening out on to the garden.
The main bathroom has a bath with shower over and twin basin console. There is a separate WC with basin, and the en-suite to the master bedroom has a shower/loo/basin.
The kitchen is new with beautiful granite worktops and all appliances you would expect. The utility room contains everything you need for laundry with a washing machine, tumble drier, hanging internal dryer.
The high ceilinged, beamed living room is very spacious and comfortable - with three sets of french windows opening onto the terraces and garden. There is an inner hall with plenty of cupboard storage as you enter the villa.
Further details outdoors: Beautiful 7.5m pool - and the large pool terrace boasts all day sunshine.
The main covered terrace has a large table for dining, plus there is a secondary terrace (also covered) with table and chairs, ideal for children to play, or for a quiet snooze/read in the shade.
The driveway is entered by secure electric gates (which can also be operated remotely from inside the house). There is a covered terrace with folding Table Tennis table which can alternatively be used as shaded parking area for two cars.
Our keyholders are a charming English couple living locally, who also maintain the pool, and are availabe to answer any questions you may have.
Further details
PLEASE NOTE: This is a beautiful newly built villa, in it's very first summer of rental. The gardens are newly planted, and have yet to grow into their full potential. There is also a little building work going on down the lane (french law stops all construction during July/August holiday season. We have adjusted the rental rates downwards to give a much reduced price for this first year. All interior facilities are brand, spanking new and in peak condition!
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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Mid Season* Sept
6 Sep 08
4 Oct 08
800£ 800
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Low Season Oct-March
4 Oct 08
29 Mar 09
800£ 800
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Mid Season * Mar-June
29 Mar 09
27 Jun 09
1200£ 1,200
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Peak Season July - August
27 Jun 09
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1600£ 1,600
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Mid Season Sept
6 Sep 09
4 Oct 09
1200£ 1,200
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
Bedlinen and bath towels included. Beach/pool towels NOT included.
Reductions available for long bookings.
Damages deposit £250 / 300 EURO required.
* Please enquire for prices for Easter and Half Term weeks (usually at High/Peak Rate)
PLEASE NOTE: Prices are reduced for 2008 first season rental of the villa to take into account the newly planted garden and the fact that there is a little building work going on down the lane.
Guestbook
....Beautiful villa in a wonderful village, delicious days spent around the pool, relaxing, BBQing, and evenings star gazing! Early morning sortie's to get fresh croissants and baguettes, late night toddles back from Cave d'Agnes after a sumptuous supper......
....We had a wonderful holiday, made all the more special because we looked forward to "going home" to the house each evening....
....Thanks to your great information folder, we swam in the gorge at Tautavel, crept gingerly along the road at the gorge at Galymous, sunbathed and caught crabs at Le Franqui and Leucate, visited Perpignan, Narbonne and Carcassonne and many other smaller towns and villages....
Availability notes
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Contact details for home 8672
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Name:
Elizabeth Hopkins
Tel:
+44 (0)1323 811010
Fax:
+44 (0)1323 811987
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