Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
This beautifully-presented and ever-so stylish village house is in Pouzols-Minervois, amongst the vineyards and yet close to the Mediterranean coast (25kms) and the city of Carcassonne (45kms). Every care has been taken with its renovation, decoration and furnishing to provide a minimalist, modern, yet comfortable, holiday home highly recommended.
Built in 1850 as a wine-producer's house, it has 4 bedrooms, an open plan kitchen, living and dining room, a bathroom and 2 shower rooms and 2 separate WCs. What's special here is that the house has a sunny interior courtyard (25 sq.m) accessible from all the ground floor rooms via sliding glass doors which can be left open when the weather is lovely. It's extremely private and great for sun-bathing and relaxing. There's even a mini-plunge pool 2m x 1m x 1.2m deep where you can cool off with a glass of champagne after sunbathing or a hard day's sightseeing. The property is decorated and furnished to a very high standard throughout.
The house is in the heart of Pouzols-Minervois, where the famous church of St Saturnin was built in the 11th & 12th centuries in the Roman style. Pouzols is associated with the production of wine and has a 'cave co-operative' and a small shop that sells bread. It is a very interesting place to stroll around. Other larger villages and towns within a very short drive provide shops, bars and restaurants.
Private courtyard and plunge pool
Sunny courtyard
Sitting room
Dining room
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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.
Pouzols-Minervois area
The village of Pouzols-Minervois, close to the Canal du Midi, is a great place from which to explore the lovely Minervois region, renowned for its wines. The beautiful, undulating countryside around the village offers the opportunity of lovely walks and bike rides - cycle hire is available locally - please enquire. Get up early and you can see the sun-rise over the Pyrenees!
Sports facilities - It's a fantastic area for mountain-biking and cycling, fishing, horse-riding, wind-surfing, sailing, diving and other water sports. The Mediterranean beaches at Narbonne-Plage and Gruissan are just 35 minutes drive away. At the more local Lac du Jouarres (15 mins by car), you can also walk, fish, swim and windsurf.
For sight-seeing days out there is plenty to chose from. Take a tour of the local 'domaines' and 'chateaux' for wine-tasting and buying wine direct from the producers - but do decide who's driving first. Spend a day seeing the medieval city of Carcassonne with its fantastic walls and towers. Visit the remains of the Cathar castles, many perched precariously on cliffs. Go to visit the lively city of Narbonne with its lovely indoor market - then drive over La Massif de la Clape to the long, fine sandy beaches at Narbonne-Plage and Gruissan. Both children and adults will enjoy a great day out at the African Nature Reserve at Sigean, where you can see over 3000 species of animals in close-to-nature surroundings. And don't miss the olive oil mill called the 'Oulibo' just down the road at Bize-Minervois.
Markets - Both interesting and colourful, there's loads of local produce to buy. There's a Tuesday morning market in nearby Olonzac (10 mins drive) and a Wednesday morning market in Lezignan Corbieres (20 mins drive). In the summer season there's a night-time market at Homps, a canal port, about 15 minutes drive away.
Restaurants - highly recommended by Joie de Vivre for that special meal - 'Les Oliviers' at the Bastide de Cabazac, 5 minutes away by car. There are numerous restaurants at Le Somail, another canal port (7kms). In the summer months, try the Cafe du Port at Paraza (10 mins) or La Forchette Folle at Roubia (15 mins).
Supermarket and shops - You’ll find the nearest larger supermarket at Olonzac (9kms) or at St Marcel Sur Aude (7kms). Olonzac has most other shops as well as two bars and a number of restaurants.
How to get there
By Car - The village of Pouzols-Minervois lies just 20kms from Narbonne. The nearest motorway junction is No: 25 (Lezignan Corbieres) on the A61 Auoroute des Deux Mers, or No: 36 Beziers Ouest on the A9 Languedocienne. The village is approximately 10 - 11 hours drive from Calais in normal traffic conditions.
By Air - Carcassonne Airport is the nearest, approximately 45 minutes drive away. Alternative airports are Montpellier and Perpignan both about 1 hour's drive. You can also use Toulouse airport - about 1 hour 40 minutes drive, Girona (N. Spain), Nimes or in 2008 Beziers - all serviced by Ryanair.
By Train - Please visit www.raileurope.co.uk for details of the overnight Motorail service to Narbonne (summer months only),
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Carcassonne: 45 km
Railway:
Narbonne: 20 km
Activities near Pouzols-Minervois
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Cycling holidays
Interior courtyard: Table and chairs, sun-loungers and a parasol. The courtyard is 25 sq.m.
Bedrooms: 4 - 3 double bedrooms and 1 twin-bedded room. All comfortably and attractively furnished.
Bathrooms: 1 bathroom with a bath tub. 2 shower rooms and 2 separate WCs.
Outside: No garden, but a very attractive and private, sunny internal courtyard, with quality furniture, plants etc.
Mini plunge pool: 2m x 1m x 1.2m deep. This can be covered by a grille for safety purposes.
Further details outdoors: NB Private internal courtyard and mini plunge pool as described above.
Further details
Electric, & water: are all included in the rental cost.
Winter heating: 500KW of electricity is included in the rental cost, which is often sufficient. If you use more there will be a charge made based on your metered consumption. This is payable direct to the owners.
End-of-stay cleaning: The owner asks for 50 Euros on arrival to cover your end-of-stay cleaning. If you clean the house yourself before departure, the 50 Euros will be refunded to you.
Bed & bathroom linen: is not included in the rental cost. Duvets are provided but covers, sheets and pillowcases are supplied for 10 Euros per week per bed. Please let us know when booking if you require them. The cost is payable direct to the owners. Towels are not included but can be hired for 5 Euros per set of 2 per person per week. Again, please let us know beforehand..
Damage deposit: The owner requests a damage deposit of 400 Euros on arrival and this will be refunded to you at the end of your stay, less the replacement cost of any breakages or damage.
Change over day: Normally Saturday, but please enquire out of July and August.
Long weekend stays: Sometimes possible in the spring and autumn - please enquire.
Pets: are not permitted at this house - sorry.
Smoking: is not permitted inside this house – sorry.
Conditions
Please see rental conditions above.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
SPECIAL OFFER FOR THE REMAINING 3 WEEKS IN JULY 2008 - less 20% on the normal rental price
Saturday - Saturday bookings preferred, but please enquire in Low Season.
Preferred payment methods: bank transfer (UK), credit card or cheque in Sterling. We can also accept payment in Euros - please enquire.
Availability notes
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Contact details for home 41362
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Sue Caddick
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