Villa near Lamalou-les-Bains
About the home
This is an excellent, modern villa of 220m² floor area suitable for one or two families. It is set in private grounds, with remote control gates and mature gardens of 1300m² area and with a fully enclosed private pool . The pool in particular is a swimmer's pool as the depth ranges from 1.2 metres at the shallow end to 2 metres at the deep end.
The house is located on the edge of a small village in the lovely valley of the Orb River.
There are beautiful views from the property - there is a viewing terrace at the rear of the pool area which looks westward up the valley towards the spectacular Mont Caroux - ideal for watching the sunset each evening.
There is spacious accommodation to sleep 9 maximum and the focal point of the property is the fantastic pool area that features a 10x5m pool and delightful covered terrace with large dining area and BBQ - all serviced by the adjoining, fully equipped summer kitchen with oven, fridge freezer, dishwasher and separate bathroom with shower.
| Size: | Sleeps up to 9, 5 bedrooms |
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| Nearest beach: | Valras Plage, 40km |
| Will consider: | Long lets Short breaks |
| Access: | Car advised Nearest amenities: 3km |
| Family friendly? | Suitable for children of all ages Suitable for people with restricted mobility |
| Notes: | No pets allowed No smoking at this property Self-catering |
Facilities
| Luxuries: | Log fire, Internet access, DVD player |
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| General: | Central heating, TV, Satellite TV, Wi-fi available |
| Standard: | Kettle, Toaster, Iron |
| Utilities: | Dishwasher, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Washing machine |
| Rooms: | 5 Bedrooms, 3 bathrooms of which 3 family bathrooms |
| Furniture: | Single beds (5), Double beds (2), Cots (1), Dining seating for 8, Lounge seating for 8 |
| Other: | Linen and towels provided Highchair available |
| Outdoors: | Balcony / Terrace, Private outdoor pool (unheated), Private garden, BBQ, Bicycles available |
| Access: | Secure parking |
Further details indoors:
Entrance hall:
Kitchen with table and chairs, views south to the forest, dishwasher, hob and oven, fridge freezer. Dining Room with large refectory table and chairs (to seat 8), double aspect, French-windows to front terrace and garden, French-windows to side balcony and terrace.
Separate bathroom with bath, shower, WC and hand basin. Separate Cloakroom with hand basin.
Living Room with sofas, UK satellite TV, fireplace, three sets of French-windows to rear terrace and balcony.
Lovely summer kitchen with fridge freezer, oven and hob, plus dishwasher
Bedroom 1, double
Bedroom 2, double
(Stairs down to garage, and laundry room with washing machine and ironing facilities, access to pool area).
Stairs up to 1st Floor: large landing with cot.
Bedroom 3, two singles (suitable for adults or children) - beautiful view out over the forest.
Bedroom 4, two singles (more suitable for two children but can take two adults)
Bedroom 5, one single (suitable for one child)
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All rooms have insect screens.
Separate bathroom with bath and shower, WC, hand basin.
Further details outdoors:
EXTERIOR:
Property is fully enclosed with remote control gates
Front garden with grassed areas, flowers and mature trees. BBQ.
Large covered terrace with table and chairs
Balcony / terrace runs around the house from front to rear
Private parking, garage
Enclosed pool area with swimming pool 10 x 5m. There is a full shaded area for outdoor dining with a Barbecue.
The pool is a swimmers pool and is close to 2 Metres deep at the deep end and 1M deep at the shallow end. There is open terracing around the pool for sunbathing with sun loungers and chairs.
Further details
An English-speaking representative is available locally who will maintain the pool twice a week and answer any questions in relation to the house and its facilities.
A Telephone connection can be made available on request at cost.
Conditions
A deposit of 25% of the rental is due on reservation in order to secure the booking.
The remainder of the rental is due in full eight weeks before the date of rental.
The preferred Changeover day is Saturday (especialliy in the peak season).
Please depart no later than 10.00 and arrive no earlier than 15.00.
(These can be negotiable under special circumstances)
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The Languedoc-Roussillon / Herault region


The Languedoc is the sunniest area of France and one of the biggest wine producing regions in France and the world. The beaches of the Languedoc are huge and uncrowded - they stretch for miles from Cap D'Agde almost to the Spanish border. The best nearby resorts include Valras and Serignan.
The nearest wine towns include Faugeres which is a 10 minute drive away - and produces many fine red wines which are already competing well with the finest Bordeaux wines.
The Lamalou Les Bains area
Surrounding the house is the spectacular scenery of the Languedoc National Park and Forest.
All amenities including a superb choice of restaurants and bars are just 2 km away in the Spa Town of Lamalou-les-Bains and in the town of Herepian.
The village of Les Aires (population 546) is situated amongst the vineyards in the foothills of the Montagnes Noires, 30 mins north of Béziers and between Montpellier and Carcassonne.
The charming Spa town of Lamalou-les-Bains has many shops, supermarket, bakeries, newsagents, a casino, and a great choice of café bars and restaurants. There is also a beautifully scenic golf course open to the public every day.
Further supermarkets, restaurants and bars are in Hérépian 3km and Bédarieux 6 km.
Restaurants that offer superb cuisine and excellent value are L'Ochre Rouge in Herepian, Auberge de L'Abbaye (in Villemagne l'Argentiere just beyond Herepian), Auberge De Combes (for lunch in order to enjoy the fantastic views of the mountains from their terrace), Le Forge in Bedarieux, and Les Marronniers in Lamalou-Les-Bains. All these restaurants get a mention in the Michelin Red Guide.
To work off the effects of the fabulous cuisine, there are many spectacular walks in the Languedoc National Park which surrounds the property. Don't miss the amazing Gorges d'Héric with superb freshwater swimming and kayaking at Tarasac where the Orb river meets the Heric river.
Lake Salagou (25 mins) is nearby for all water sports, freshwater swimming, beaches, lovely scenery. A great alternative to the busy Med beach resorts.
A huge range of Mediterranean beaches are 45 mins drive from the house. There is a huge choice of child-friendly beaches with all activities and entertainments, waterside cafés and restaurants from Valras to Cap d'Agde.
Cap d'Agde is 50 minutes drive away for nightclubs, further beaches, boat trips, casino, theme parks and a large water park, 'Aqualand'.
How to get there
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| Nearest Travel Links | |
| Airport: | Beziers: 40 km |
| Railway: | Bedarieux: 6 km |
Beziers Airport is just 40 minutes drive away from the house, and Ryanair flies direct to Beziers from London and Bristol.
Montpellier Airport is 60 minutes drive away and Ryanair flies there direct from London.
Carcassonne Airport is 75 minutes drive away and Ryanair flies there direct from London, Liverpool, East Midlands and Ireland.
Gerona airport across the border in Spain is 110 minutes drive away from the house, and Ryanair has direct flights to Gerona from nearly all the airports it services in the UK and Ireland.
All these airports have Hertz Car Hire facilities and there are excellent weekly rates available from Ryanair.
If you are driving from the UK, you can choose the main route south through France on the A6 / A7 / A9 autoroutes or alternatively the newly completed A71 / A75 autoroute which is more scenic and less busy - and exit the A75 at Lodeve or Clermont l'Herault for Bedarieux.
Either way it is preferable to make an overnight stop on your way down through France as it is circa 1000 Kilometres from Calais to Monptellier.
Activities near Lamalou Les Bains
Tennis in town
Watersports
Waterpark
Horse Riding
Golf within 30 mins drive
Fishing
Walking holidays
Rural / countryside retreats
Beach or lakeside relaxation
Cycling holidays
Guestbook for Villa near Lamalou-les-Bains
Here are three recent references from satisfied families
1.
"Paul,
We returned on Sunday from Montpelier via Paris, - 7 of us.
We had a great holiday, and loved your house and particularly the pool and its environs.
We went to the Orb at Tarassac, visited Combes,the market in Pezenas, Roquebrun, all 7 did the 7km canoe/kayac ride to Ceps,- a memorable trip,enjoyed the Boucherie restaurant in Malagas. We did not make it up to St Michel. There is so much to see.
Anne G"
2. "We all had a fantastic holiday, with great weather for the whole time. The house itself was perfect, and had loads of room for us. Malcolm (the pool maintenance man) was extremely helpful and it was nice to know that, should any problems have arisen, that he was only a phone call away. Luckily however, we never needed to call him!! "
3. "Our client Mr. King has just returned from his holiday at Les Aires and has had
a very enjoyable time. He has asked me to confirm available dates for next
summer as they would like to come back."
Rental prices
| Rental prices originally quoted in: Euros € | Convert to: |
| Prices for group size 9 | ||||||
| Period | From![]() | To![]() | Weekly![]() | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
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| October to December 2011 | 29 Oct 11 | 1 Jan 12 | € 750 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Jan to May 2012 | 1 Jan 12 | 27 May 12 | € 750 | - | - | 1 Week |
| May to June 2012 | 27 May 12 | 24 Jun 12 | € 1250 | - | - | 1 Week |
| End June to End August | 24 Jun 12 | 1 Sep 12 | € 1495 | - | - | 1 Week |
| September to October | 1 Sep 12 | 28 Oct 12 | € 950 | - | - | 1 Week |
| November to December | 28 Oct 12 | 1 Jan 13 | € 750 | - | - | 1 Week |
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
Please plan to pay by direct bank transfer in Euro.
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Contact the owner
* Required fields Please check the following errors: | 3 years listed You are contacting Paul Murphy
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