Maison du Rocher, near Uzes.
About the home
Set in the beautiful, historic village of St. Siffret, the house is in the heart of the village, yet still has open views from its terraces. The house is built into the rock the village stands on with the oldest part of the house dating back to the early 18th century. At the end of a quiet lane (access only to residents) La Maison du Rocher allows you to enjoy the splendour of Uzes whilst staying in a beautiful village only minutes away.
The vaulted entrance leads to a large enclosed courtyard with a larger open terrace above, leading to a private pool surrounded by rock. The house itself offers 3 bedrooms (one large bedroon with a double and single bed, one with a double bed and a smaller bedroom with a small double bed), kitchen, summer kitchen and living room all simply decorated maintaining the character of the building and area. Weber gas barbeque available.
This is a perfect place to enjoy the scenes and sunshine of Provence while only being minutes from the beautiful town of Uzes and the myriad of activities and attractions the region offers.
| Size: | Sleeps up to 6, 3 bedrooms |
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| Access: | Car advised Nearest amenities: 500m |
| Family friendly? | Suitable for over 5s only Unsuitable 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: | TV, CD player, Satellite TV, Wi-fi available |
| Standard: | Kettle, Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer |
| Utilities: | Dishwasher, Cooker, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine |
| Rooms: | 3 Bedrooms, 1 family bathroom |
| Furniture: | Sofabeds (1), Double beds (3), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 6 |
| Other: | Linen and towels provided |
| Outdoors: | Balcony / Terrace, Private outdoor pool (unheated), BBQ |
| Access: | Parking space |
Further details indoors:
All rooms are decorated in a simple but high standard. Cotton bed sheets and towels provided.
Further details outdoors:
The design of this house embraces outdoor living. If you enjoy the sunshine you have the choice of the large upper terrace which runs the length of the house and leads on to the private pool, or the lower courtyard offering the choice of shade or sun. If the heat of the day gets too much there are a further 2 shaded patio areas where you can eat, drink or simply relax.
Further details
The property is perfect for all ages, however parents should be aware that this is an old house on several levels and therefore does have stone steps.
Smoking is not permitted inside the house.
The Languedoc-Roussillon / Gard region


This area offers you a quieter and more untouched Provence. With a warm and welcoming climate, you will find yourself nestled amongst vineyards, olive trees, cypress trees and lavender fields. The countryside is unspoilt and the towns a treasure. Culturally the area offers the Pont du Gard (10 minutes from house), the beautiful Roman city of Nimes which offers historical interest as well as diverse shopping opportunities, and the Papal grand city of Avignon (both 30 minutes away). Avignon, Orange and Aix-en-Provence all hold prestigious music and theatre festivals throughout the summer months and there is also the wonderful city of Arles, made particularly famous by artists such as Van Gogh and Picasso.
The wild beauty and endless, unspoilt beaches of the Camargue are less than an hour away. Famous for its wild white horses and pink flamingoes, and indeed seafood, the Camargue is a land like no other. Canoeing and horse-riding can also be enjoyed in the dramatic landscape of the Ardeche gorges to the north. With the beautiful walled city of Aigues-Mortes to discover as well as being less than an hour from Provencal treasures such as Isle-sur-la-Sorgue and Gordes, a holiday in this area is guaranteed not to disappoint!
The Uzes / St Siffret area
Uzes is internationally famous for its absolute and gloriously preserved grandeur. Allow yourself to get lost in its streets and it will open its secrets such as its impressive Duchy, its baroque-type Cathedral and Eglise St-Etienne. The striking 'Place aux Herbes' lies in the centre of the town with its vaulted arcades, its many restaurants and its renowned Provençal market twice a week.
Festivals are held in all villages and towns throughout the summer and all types of outdoor activities are available nearby. In summer there is also the famous bull run through the streets of Uzes. Be sure to discover the Gardon gorges just 6 kilometres away which not only offer a dramatic landscape but also the option of kayaking to the Pont du Gard.
The village of St.Siffret itself is an ancient but well preserved village with several restaurants, a bar, a village shop and post office.
How to get there
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| Nearest Travel Links | |
| Airport: | Nimes: 35 km |
| Ferry: | Calais: 1000 km |
Flights are available with Ryanair from London Luton, Liverpool and East MIdlands to Nimes and Montpellier.
Other airlines fly to Montpelier, Marseilles, Lyon and Nice.
TGV from Paris/Lille to Avignon/Nimes with links to Eurostar or, in summer, direct trains from London to Avignon.
Nimes airport is approximately 45 minutes from Uzes, the same for Avignon and 80 minutes to Montpellier.
Activities near Uzes
Tennis in town
Watersports
Waterpark
Horse Riding
Golf within 30 mins drive
Fishing
Walking holidays
Rural / countryside retreats
A winter sun break
City breaks
Cycling holidays
Reviews
![]() 29 Jan 2012 |
It felt a privilege to stay in Mark's beautiful home, which is only a few miles from the stunning city of Uzes. The house was charmingly furnished and we relaxed into our holiday instantly. The large, shady courtyard was perfect for long lunches, there was a cosy seated area for quiet reading and evening drinks, and a large terrace for lying in the sun. We had a wonderful week and would highly recommend this property. |
![]() 23 Jan 2012 |
This property is beautiful, clean and spacious. It has great charm and is in a quiet rural area - car rental is a must to get to surrounding towns. We took day trips to Nimes and Avignon, both easily accessible. The property is comfortable and the pool is a great bonus once you've worked up the courage to brave the cold. The roof terrace is where we spent most of the time, space for 6 loungers, blazing sunshine overhead....overlooking the table in the courtyard where we had put out lunch. One of the most relaxing and happy weeks I have ever had, recommend +++ |
![]() 22 Jan 2012 |
The only hesitation we have about talking about this place is that once people realize how wonderful it is, it may be booked up when we try to go back. The location was outstanding. There is a really great feel to the little town (St. Siffret), from the impressive restaurant just around the corner, to the cranky cat that appeared to be guarding our car. Both my wife and I were training for a race, so spent several days jogging in the area. It was so incredible to run past the sunflower fields, a short km away from the house. One morning, just to impress my wife and daughter, I ran into Uzes (5 km one way) and bought fresh croissants, prior to jogging back. We ate them in the sunshine of the little deck off the upper kitchen. It was too perfect. The layout of the lower area and the upper pool deck made just staying close to home an event. You have to look really closely at the pictures to get a feel for what really is (at least for us) a unique layout. Great spots to either lay in the sun, have an outdoor dinner in the shade under a stone arch, or sit in the separate outdoor sitting area reading a book or drinking the local wine (very nice rose on a hot day). We spent a few more dollars on this place than several of the others we went to over the past few years, but it was completely worth every penny we spent. It was just a wonderful experience for our family from top to bottom. |
Rental prices
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| Period | From![]() | To![]() | Weekly![]() | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
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| June | 16 Jun 12 | 30 Jun 12 | £ 900 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Summer | 30 Jun 12 | 2 Sep 12 | £ 1290 | - | - | 2 Weeks |
| Autumn | 2 Sep 12 | 28 Oct 12 | £ 1000 | - | - | 1 Week |
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
Saturday to Saturday only. A £250 security deposit is required which includes a deductable £50 cleaning charge
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Languages spoken ![]() The owner is based in France and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2012. This house has received 4 reviews from previous guests. ![]() |

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