Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Late deal: 23 Aug 2008 to 5 Sep 2008. £350 per week.
Home description
Located in the heart of Leucate Village, still unspoilt by tourists even in the busy summer months. It has a beach/French theme with hand painted furniture and a selection of beach pictures throughout. NON-SMOKERS ONLY! For families with small children I can also supply a travel cot and child's table seat chair.
Lounge
Kitchen/Dining Room
Bathroom
Bedroom
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The Languedoc-Roussillon / Aude region
Leucate Village is a year round destination, with mild temperatures even in the winter months. On average the area receives 300 days of sunshine a year. We stopped for lunch on our way to Perpignan and ended up buying a house here. It's a traditional French/Catalan village with a big personality and unlike anywhere else I have visited in the South of France. The locals are friendly/welcoming and even in the summer months it's not taken over by tourists. It's an ideal place if you want to discover the real France. Excellent restaurants, cafe's that spill out onto the main village square and the perfect place to people watch. There's also a large wine operative in the village where you can sample the local wines. In Autumn the new season of wines (such as Corbiere, Fitou, Muscat de Riversaltes and Minervois) can be sampled. Leucate Beach (the nearest beach) is uncrowded even in high season and there are several smaller more intimate beaches which are a closely guarded secret (see the visitors book in the house). And La Franqui is the Aude's oldest seaside resort and has various sailing competitions throughout the season, whilst La Plage des Coussoules has wild beaches and sand yachting. This area has a wealth of history and very picturesque with some designated cycling and walking areas. Cap Leucate is also a landmark for migrating birds.
Leucate area
In the winter the temperatures are mild and there are also several large events during low season - Mondial du Vent, Sol y Fiesta, La Generalli. It's also a mecca for watersports including windsurfing, kitesurfing and there's also a wakeboard park closeby. There are also designated cycling routes and excellent walks. And several good fishing areas. The uncrowded beaches are an obvious attraction but this area has alot more to offer............. Wine lovers can also visit various Chateaux situated closeby to sample the local award winning wines. Leucate Village also has it's own traditional market on Tuesday, Friday and Sunday mornings in the Place de la Republique. And shopaholics the larger towns of Perpignan and Narbonne are excellent. Other places worth visiting are Carcassonne (the fortified medieval city), Fitou, Collioure (built upon Roman foundations, the castle was once the summer residence of the Kings of Mallorca), La Franqui. And for the best views for miles around a walk to ancient ruins of the fortified castle (built in 1036) that overlooks Leucate Village is a must; here you can see magnificent views of Les Corbieres, the Salses Lake and Mont Canigou. If you have children there's an African Reserve (Zoo) in Sigean, Go-Karting, a Water Park and Adventure Park all a short drive away. Holiday rental is very scarce to find in the village, so this is a unique opportunity to sample this traditional gem. Port Leucate has thankfully been built a few kilometres away from the village, it's very easy to find properties to rent in this purpose built area, but it's inhabited solely by tourists.
KITESURFING/WINDSURFING For further information on kiting/windsurfing and the weather:- www.chinook-leucate.com (Kitesurfing lessons available in English with Phillippe) www.mondial-du-vent.com http://central.windsurf.free.fr/ - offer windurfing lessons (all levels), in English
WAKEBOARDING - there's a wakeboarding park nearby
BIRD WATCHING - Cap Leucate is a landmark for migrating birds.
SOL Y FIESTA - 17th-19th May 2007 - http://www.leucate.net/Fiesta/programme.html The whole village is overtaken with a three day French/Catalan street carnival spectacular. Dancing, constumes, fireworks, a fantastic weekend for all ages.
How to get there
By Air: Several low cost airlines fly to various airports in this area. Perpignan - approximately 15 minutes by car. Low cost airlines Ryanair and Flybe Carcassonne - approximately 1 hour by car. Low cost airline Ryanair Toulouse - approximately 1 and half hours by car. Low cost airline Easyjet Montpellier - approximately 1 hour by car. Low cost airline Ryanair and British Airways. Nimes - Ryanair It's also possible to fly to Gerona in Spain and drive up to France - I have never personally done this journey. All the major car rental companies have offices at all of these airports.
By Car: Calais to Leucate - takes approximately 12 hours St. Malo/Caen to Leucate takes approximately 8 hours Bilbao to Leucate takes approximately 4 and half hours It's also possible to take the car on the train from Calais to Narbonne. Narbonne is approximately 20-30 minutes drive.
By Train: Main TGV run frequently from both Perpignan and Carcasonne to the nearest local station - La Franqui
Taxi - from Perpignan Airport currently costs 60euros - fixed price.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Perpignan: 20 km
Railway:
La Franqui: 2 km
Ferry:
Bilbao
Activities near Leucate
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Waterpark Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Beach or lakeside relaxation A winter sun break Cycling holidays
Facilities
Luxuries:
DVD player
General:
TV, CD player
Standard:
Kettle, Toaster
Utilities:
Cooker, Fridge, Freezer
Rooms:
Bedrooms (1), Bathrooms (1), WCs (1)
Furniture:
Sofabeds (2), Double beds (1), Cots (1), Dining seating for 4, Lounge seating for 4, Sleeps maximum of 5
Other:
Linen and towels provided. Highchair available.
Further details indoors: Brand new kitchen and bathroom. It has a beach feel and the furnishings are all brand new and of a good quality. There are two sofa beds at the property - one is the main sofa that converts into a double bed and there's also a single futon.
Further details outdoors: Traditional old village house, fully equipped with good quality furnishings. For families with small children I can also supply a travel cot and child's table seat chair.
Further details
Cheques must be cleared before rental begins. Any damage must also be paid for. Towels and sheets also available on request. We can also supply a welcome pack on arrival which includes basics like: milk, tea, coffee, sugar, bread, cheese, ham, biscuits/snacks. (at extra cost) You can arrive anytime after 3pm on the day of arrival and you must vacate by 10am on the day of departure.
Conditions
Cheques must be cleared before rental begins. Any damage must also be paid for. Towels and sheets also available on request. We can also supply a welcome pack on arrival which includes basics like: milk, tea, coffee, sugar, bread, cheese, ham, biscuits/snacks. (at extra cost) You can arrive anytime after 3pm on the day of arrival and you must vacate by 10am on the day of departure.
Rental rates
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390£ 310
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion. Weekend and midweek lettings are available in Low and Medium seasons from £160EUROS.
Note: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
One set of towels per person & bed linen and are included in the price.
A deposit of 30% of the rental will be due at time of booking. The deposit is non-refundable. Insurance cover is strongly recommended.
Discount available for longer bookings:- For bookings of 4- 8 weeks - 15-25%. For bookings over 8 weeks - 30%.
Changeover days are flexible OUT OF SEASON. But typically to allow for change over, the earliest arrival time is 3:00 pm and the house should be vacated by 10.30 am on day of departure.
Guestbook
"Fantastic accommodation, exceptionally clean and really well equipped. Thank you also for all your local recommendations. " Nathalie Kinley
"This area was recommended to us by a friend. It's exceptionally beautiful and we were surprised that it's still possible to find places like this in the South of France. The villagers were very friendly and the accommodation excellent. Thankyou." Simon and Katie Atkins
"Great accommodation, excellent location and fantastic watersports. We will be back soon!" Mike and Sarah Parker
Availability notes
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Late deal: 23 Aug 2008 to 5 Sep 2008. £350 per week.
Contact owner
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Contact details for home 22933
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Name:
Karen B Thomas
Tel:
+44 208 4047700
Mobile:
+44 7900 885585
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Advertiser joined: 2 Feb 2007 This property added: 12 Mar 2007
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