Sorry - no pets allowed Not suitable for children under 5 Not suitable for elderly or infirm No smoking at this property Self-catering
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New to the self-catering holiday market is this pretty, stone cottage in the lovely village of Oupia. It's unique in that it is a detached property, unusual in a French village. It 's newly-renovated, decorated and furnished to a very high standard. You can enjoy relaxing and al fresco dining in the private, walled courtyard.
The owners have thought of everything here to make your stay more enjoyable - even down to supplying hairdryers and beach towels - great if you're flying with a low-cost airline.
The cottage dates from 1881 and has an 'old' exterior and has beamed ceilings, but otherwise it is modern inside with all new fittings and appliances, and great lighting. It has an unusual layout in that the kitchen/diner, twin bedroom and shower room are on the ground floor and the master bedroom, bathroom and sitting room are the first floor.
The sitting room is bright and airy and has french windows and a little 'juliette' balcony overlooking the courtyard. The layout of the house makes it ideal for two couples holidaying together, or a family with older children, as the bedrooms and bath/shower rooms are on separate floors.
The lovely hillside village of Oupia has fantastic views - to the Montagne Noir in the North, and over the plains to the South towards the Pyrenees. Vineyards abound here producing some rich red wines and delicious rose wines.
The village is only a 40 minute drive from both Beziers and Carcassonne airports and is a great location from which to explore this lovely region on foot, bicycle or by car. Just a very short walk will bring you to the village grocery shop where you can buy bread, or you can enjoy lunch or dinner in the village restaurant without needing to drive.
The cottage originally belonged to villagers who were in charge of feeding and taking care of the horses who worked in the vineyards. The red wine produced by Chateau Oupia in the village is very well-renowned worldwide. You can go and ring the bell at the 'cave' and go and buy some!
View of the cottage of the golden stones
Private walled courtyard
Facade of the cottage
Pretty planting
To see more photos please visit http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk/55487
The Languedoc-Roussillon / Herault 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.
Oupia area
The ancient, pretty, hillside village of Oupia (pronounced Oop-Yah) has just a couple of hundred inhabitants. You can walk down the narrow, windy streets to the small grocery store which sells bread, the post office, 'Le Regalade' restaurant, and the 12th century chateau producing a great selection of wines.
Just a couple of minutes away by car, or 10-minutes by bike, is the town of Olonzac which has a wider range of shops, restaurants and cafe-bars. The area has an abundance of vineyards where the various chateaux and domaines offer 'degustations' - wine-tastings.
Sports Facilites: Watersports lovers will find sailing, diving, wind-surfing, water-ski-ing etc at the Mediterranean coastal resorts about 45 minutes drive away, or more locally at Lac du Jouarres near Homps. Locally cycling and walking are fantastic things to do - just to enjoy the lovely views. Cycles can be hired locally and delivered to your door (please ask Joie de Vivre for details).
Oupia has a village boulodrome where you can play boules in the evening sunshine; and tennis courts are available in the park in Olonzac.
Sight-seeing Days Out: There is much to see and do in this lovely region - but a visit would not be complete without a trip to the medieval city of Carcassonne, a boat trip on the Canal du Midi, a walk around and perhaps lunch at the historic town of Minerve, a day out in the lively city of Narbonne with its fantastic indoor food market and even a day trip to Spain (the border is only about 90-minutes drive away). We will send you a full information when you book.
Markets: In this region they are colourful and interesting and full of fresh, seasonal produce. Olonzac has weekly market on a Tuesday morning - and Narbonne on a Thursday and a Sunday. Narbonne also has a fabulous daily indoor food market in Les Halles - open until about 1.00pm every day.
Restaurants: As well as the restaurant in the village, there's a good restaurant in the neighboroughing village of Beaufort within walking distance for the more active, if you don't want to take the car. Olonzac has further restaurants, as does Minerve, Azillanet, and Aigne. Further afield there's a wide selection to suit all budgets and tastes in other surounding villages and in Carcassonne and Narbonne. We will be pleased to recommend some of them to you.
Supermarkets: The nearest is in Olonzac - 2 kms and there's another in Homps - 5kms, and in La Redorte - 10 kms.
How to get there
By Car: Oupia is situated 2kms east of Olonzac - a town which is roughly halfway between Beziers and Carcassonne. Access is from Junction 36 Beziers Ouest on the A9 Languedocienne autoroute or from Junction 24 Carcassonne Est on the A61 Entre Deux Mers autoroute.
By Air: The nearest airports are Beziers and Carcassonne - both about 40 minutes drive. Other airports in the region are Toulouse, Montpellier, Nimes, Perpignan and Girona (N. Spain). All these are serviced from the UK by low cost airlines such as Ryanair and EasyJet.
By Train: Please visit www.raileurope.co.uk for details of the overnight Motorail service to Narbonne (summer months only).
Full directions will be sent to you once you make a booking
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Carcassonne: 42 km
Railway:
Lezignan Corbieres: 22 km
Activities near Oupia
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Cycling holidays
Single beds (2), Double beds (1), Dining seating for 4, Lounge seating for 4, Sleeps maximum of 4
Other:
Linen and towels provided.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, BBQ
Further details indoors: Living room: This attractive area on the first floor is decorated and furnished in a contemporary style. It has a beamed ceiling and a real wood floor. The french windows open to a juliette balcony which overlooks the courtyard. A comfortable leather sofa and 2 leather armchairs ensure your comfort and relaxation. There's a TV with UK satellite and French channels, a DVD player, an iPod docking station with speakers, and a radio/CD player. There's a selection of CDs, DVDs and books for you to enjoy.
Dining/Kitchen: This is on the ground floor - it has a beamed ceiling, a stone tiled floor and a door opening out onto the completely private courtyard. It has a newly-fitted and equipped kitchen, with a fridge/freezer, microwave, electric oven, 4 ring electric hob and a dishwasher and a washing machine. The glass dining table seats four in comfort. A lovely french dresser completes this attractive room.
Bedrooms: On the ground floor, next to the shower room, is an attractive bedroom with good quality twin beds, a wardrobe and two chests of drawers. It is a very light and attractive room having two windows. On the first floor, the master bedroom has a cathedral ceiling with original beams, a king size double bed, with bedside tables and lamps, storage and hanging. The master bedroom is directly next door to the main bathroom.
Bath/shower rooms: Fully tiled and with high quality fittings. The ground floor shower room is small but perfectly formed with a shower, washbasin and WC. Upstairs the spacious main bathroom has a large bath, a separate shower cubicle, a washbasin and a WC. Photographs are available of these two rooms - they are very smart, so please enquire.
Welcome Pack: On arrival you will find a welcome pack of coffee, tea. milk, sugar, mineral water and a bottle of wine.
Suitability Note: The property has a short central staircase from the hall to a landing, the staircases then divide both to the left and right. The left hand staircase leads to the sitting room. The right hand staircase leads to the master bedroom and bathroom. The property lends itself to adults and older, independent, children only. It is not considered suitable for young children or for the elderly or infirm.
Further details outdoors: Outside: Is a private walled courtyard ideal for eating and drinking, or relaxing with a book. It is equipped with a Weber barbeque, a quality acacia wood table and 4 chairs for dining and a large parasol. Two fold-up sun-loungers are also available for sun-bathing. Parking is on the quiet village road which runs by the side of the cottage.
Further details
Winter heating - is included in the rental cost from 1st October until 30th April. Heating is supplied by electric wall heaters.
Electric and water: Are included in the rental price.
End of stay cleaning: Is included in the rental price.
Bed and bathroom linen: Quality towels and bed linen are included in the rental price, with a complete change of linen mid-holiday if you are staying for 2 weeks. Beach towels are also available if required.
Internet: Sorry there is presently no internet connection here but there is an internet cafe just 2 kms away in Olonzac
Taxe de Sejour: in France, it is necessary to pay a Taxe de Sejour at the end of you stay. It has been included here in the rental price.
Damage Deposit: The owners request a damage deposit of 300 Euros or £250 on arrival. This will be refunded to you at the end of your holiday less the replacement cost of any breakages.
Changeover Day: Saturdays only during July and August. May be flexible at other times of the year depending on availability - please enquire.
Long weekend stays and mini breaks: May be available outside the Peak Season - please enquire for price and availability. There's a minimum stay of 5 nights.
Pets - sorry pets are not allowed in this cottage.
Smoking - is not permitted in the cottage or the courtyard - sorry.
Conditions
Damage Deposit: The owners request a damage deposit of 300 Euros or £250 on arrival. This will be refunded to you at the end of your holiday less the replacement cost of any breakages.
Payment can be accepted by UK cheque, or bank transfer. Payment by credit or debit card is welcome. Payment in Euros is also possible - please enquire.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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Low Season
13 Oct 08
1 May 09
539£539
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Mid Season
1 May 09
30 May 09
515£515
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High Season
30 May 09
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560£560
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Peak Season
4 Jul 09
29 Aug 09
699£699
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High Season
29 Aug 09
1 Oct 09
560£560
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Low Season
1 Oct 09
1 May 10
539£539
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
A discount is offered for any 2 week booking - please enquire. Please also enquire for the rate for shorter stays.
The rental price includes heating from 1st October to the end of April.
Please note the owners requirement for a damage deposit. There is a supplement for heating from 1st October to early May.
Payment can be accepted by UK sterling cheque or bank transfer. We can also accept payment by credit or debit card.
Guestbook
DELIGHTFUL HOUSE and well-equipped. Very peaceful and relaxing. Good area to buy wines and other produce. Great holiday!! Many thanks!! Mr and Mrs C. Essex, UK, SEPT 2008.
THE HOUSE WAS JUST PERFECT, thoughtfully equipped with everything we needed. We loved it and have really enjoyed living here for a week! Having rented many houses over the years, this house was infinitely superior, and in excellent condition. Stunning views everywhere - and the Canal du Midi is beautiful to stroll along. We would love to come here again and enjoy even more of the lovely weather and beautiful surroundings. Merci pour les vacances formidable. The family V. of Suffolk, UK, AUGUST 2008.
A VERY BEAUTIFUL HOUSE, with a very private and peaceful courtyard. The village is lovely with magnificent views - the Tuesday market in Olonzac definitely worth a visit! We have had a wonderful time and would certainly like to come here again! We would also recommend the house to others. Mrs D, Northern Ireland. AUGUST 2008.
This house was very easy to settle into and we relaxed almost immediately. We loved it - it was so comfortable. Everything you need is here! We had lost of barbecues in the courtyard which is so pleasant. Mrs. K. from U.K. July 2008.
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Contact details for home 55487
Please mention Holiday Lettings
Name:
Sue Caddick
Tel:
+44 (0)1509 600228
Mobile:
+44 (0)781 4656402
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Advertiser joined: 19 Dec 2006 This property added: 1 Jul 2008
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