Mirepeisset holiday home rental with walking, balcony/terrace, rural retreat, TV, DVD

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Maison Colombier (house)

Home description

In the lovely courtyard of an elegant wine-maker's house, in the pretty village of Mirepeisset just a 1/2 hour away from the Mediterranean coast, is Maison Colombier, an attractive 3 bedroom holiday home sleeping 6 people in the utmost comfort. It has very recently been converted from an old barn and has been decorated and furnished to a very high standard. This house is totally independent and has its own private garden, terrace and swimming pool. In the courtyard there is safe parking for your car.

Shuttered French doors lead from the courtyard into a stunning and spacious sitting room which rises up to the roof of the old barn and features it's 400 year old stone wall. To one side of the living area is a staircase leading to a gallery walkway on the 1st floor which leads to and separates the upstairs bedrooms both with twin beds and en-suite shower rooms. The master double bedroom, also with en-suite, is on the ground floor. The large open plan living area has comfortable furniture and is equipped with a TV showing international channels, a spacious dining area for 6 and a fully equipped kitchen. The French doors from the kitchen lead out onto the terrace and private pool area.

The property is situated on the edge of Mirepeisset, a very attractive village with 2 restaurants and a small grocers/bakers. Within walking distance are another four restaurants and there's a supermarket and petrol station only 1 mile away. Mirepeisset's medieval ramparts and gateway still remain standing guard over the beautiful River Cesse - a clear-water river where you can swim - in fact the name Mirepeisset is an Occitan name meaning ''see the little fishes''. Narbonne and the Mediterranean beaches are but a short drive away as is the fascinating medieval fortress town of Carcassonne. This is a great base for sight-seeing in this beautiful region.

What is very special about this property is the care and attention given by the owners to ensure your comfort and the pleasantness of your surroundings with a beautifully maintained house, courtyard and garden, and quality garden and interior furniture. You will enjoy your stay here!

Private pool, terrace and garden	Kitchen
Sitting room	Maison Colombier

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The Languedoc-Roussillon / Aude region

This part of the Languedoc has a sunny Mediterranean climate. It can be hot in summer, but the temperature is often tempered by a breeze. Now the 3rd most visited region in France by British people, the Languedoc offers something for everyone. Miles of long, sandy beaches, coastal lagoons, vibrant cities such as Narbonne and Montpellier, historical sites such as Carcassonne and the Cathar castles, fabulous scenery, great cuisine and vineyards, vineyards, vineyards.

Mirepeisset area

The local village of Mirepeisset dates back from Roman times and its medieval ramparts, gateway and aqueduct remain today. The village nestles in the Minervois vineyards and is very close to the River Cesse which, in the summer, is dammed to create a clear water pool for swimming. Nearby is a picnic area with tables and barbeques. There's also tennis and basketball courts, a play area with swings and a pizza restaurant beside the River Cesse. The village has a small boulangerie and grocers for your morning croissants and small provisions.

Sports facilities - as well as the swimming pool at Maison Colombier, you can swim in the River Cesse. Horse-riding is also available in the village. All types of water sports are available on the Mediterranean coast, including sailing, wind-surfing, water ski-ing. You can play golf at Beziers and at Carcassonne - both about 30 minutes drive. This is a great area too for walking and cycling. Bicycles can be hired locally and delivered to your door - just ask us for details.

This is a fantastic base for exploring and sight-seeing in this lovely region. Narbonne is just 20 minute drive away - a thriving sea port in Roman times, but now inland, it has a beautiful cathedral and central square - lots of cafes and independent shops in the narrow streets which run either side of the Canal de la Robine. Ten minutes further on from Narbonne is the seaside town of Narbonne Plage with its fine, sandy beach and also the quaint, interesting fishing village of Gruissan. Locally, you can walk by the side of the Canal du Midi, busy with passing boats, and discover the interesting canal architecture in the nearby village of Le Somail. In less than half an hour by car, and to the North, you'll find the mountainous region of the Haut Languedoc. To the South, the Cote de Vermeille and the Spanish border is about an hour and a half's drive.

Markets are colourful here and full of local, seasonal produce - near to Mirepeisset you'll find one at Olonzac on a Tuesday morning, Lezignan Corbieres on a Wednesday morning, Beziers on a Friday, and Narbonne on a Thursday and Sunday. Narbonne also has a fantastic indoor market daily in Les Halles - well worth a visit.

Restaurants - Mirepeisset has 2 restaurants and there are several others by the side of the Canal du Midi in the neighbouring village of Le Somail. There are many other restaurants too in other local villages to suit all budgets and tastes - some serving Catalan dishes.

Supermarket - You’ll find the nearest supermarket at St Marcel sur Aude just 1 mile away.

How to get there

By Car - The village of Mirepeisset lies just 20 minutes north west of Narbonne and 25 minutes west of Beziers. The nearest motorway junctions are No's 36 Beziers Ouest and 38 - Narbonne Sud on the A9 Autouroute - the Languedocienne.

By Air - Montpellier, Carcassonne and Nimes Airports are the nearest - all serviced by Ryanair. Toulouse and Girona (N. Spain) are good alternatives.



· By Train - Please visit www.raileurope.co.uk for details of the overnight Motorail service to Narbonne (summer months only).



Full directions etc will be sent once you make a booking

Activities near Mirepeisset

Facilities

Further details indoors:
Living room: Modern, spacious and reaching high into the roof-space of this newly-renovated barn, there's comfortable furniture, a CD player and a TV with English satellite channels and a DVD.

Dining room: Open plan to the living area with dining table and 6 chairs.

Kitchen: Very well-equipped for the preparation of lovely meals and has a dishwasher and a washing machine. An iron and ironing board are also available for your use.

Bedrooms: 3 bedrooms. The master double bedroom with en-suite bathroom and WC is on the ground floor. Two further bedrooms both with twin beds are on the 1st floor and both have en-suite shower rooms with WC.

Bathrooms: See Bedrooms.

Additional accommodation: In another part of the courtyard is another lovely holiday property again with 3 bedrooms. This may be rented at the same time subject to availability for larger families or groups of friends. Please ask us for details.

Further details outdoors:
Outside: You have your own private terrace, garden, swimming pool, barbeque and garden furniture. In the courtyard there is safe parking for your car.

Swimming pool: The pool is 4m x 8m in an enclosed, landscaped courtyard. The pool is secured, and floats and pool toys are available for children. To ensure your privacy the pool and garden maintenance with be done at a time convenient to you.

Further details

Baby facilities: A cot and a high chair are available upon request.
Winter heating: Is not included in the rental cost. The charge is €40 per week, payable direct to the owners.
Gas, electric, & water: are all included in the rental cost.
End-of-stay cleaning: is not included in the rental cost. Guests are requested to leave the house clean when they leave.
Bed & bathroom linen: is included in the rental cost. Quality pool towels are provided for you, but not beach towels.
Damage deposit: The owner requests a damage deposit of £200 or the equivalent in Euros on arrival and this will be refunded to you at the end of your stay, less the replacement cost of any breakages.
Change over day: Saturday in high and peak season. Flexible at other times of the year, according to availability.
Long weekend stays and mini-breaks: May be available out of High and Peak Season according to availability, please enquire.

· Pets: are not permitted in the house - sorry.

Rental rates

Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
Low Season	10 Nov 08	19 Dec 08	625£ 625	0-	0-	1 Week
Low Season 2009	3 Jan 09	1 Apr 09	625£ 625	0-	0-	1 Week
Mid Season	1 Apr 09	1 Jun 09	938£ 938	0-	0-	1 Week
High Season	1 Jun 09	1 Jul 09	1156£ 1,156	0-	0-	1 Week
Peak Season	1 Jul 09	1 Sep 09	1562£ 1,562	0-	0-	1 Week
High Season	1 Sep 09	1 Oct 09	1156£ 1,156	0-	0-	1 Week
Mid Season	1 Oct 09	1 Nov 09	938£ 938	0-	0-	1 Week
Low Season	1 Nov 09	19 Dec 09	625£ 625	0-	0-	1 Week

NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.

Prices are quoted in good faith, but may be subject to change without prior notice.

Please enquire price for Easter week 2009.

Preferred payment methods: UK sterling cheque or bank transfer, or credit card. We can accept payment in Euros, please enquire.

Guestbook

Maison Colombier was exactly as described and very welcoming with plenty of local knowledge on tap. The accommodation was excellent and we were very satisfied. Mr T, Lincolnshire, UK, August 2007.

Availability

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Contact details for home 31058 Please mention Holiday Lettings
Name:	Sue Caddick
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