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Property #0457 - Cevennes 18th century stone property with pool, France
Charming country stone cottage and guest house with private swimming pool
5 bedrooms, 3 shower rooms, sleeps 9
18 - 29 credits
6 day minimum stay
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The house is approximately 200 years old and though it has undergone much modernization and improvement it still retains much of its rural character. In the main house for example the ground floor has a magnificent arched stone ceiling. Both the house and cottage feature open stone fireplaces and exposed beamed ceilings throughout. The grounds are landscaped and incorporate a swimming pool and cobbled sun terraces. The property is surrounded by open countryside and unspoilt wooded hillsides.

La Voute, main house: 150 sq. m on 3 levels. sleeps: 6

Ground floor: Under a beautiful vaulted ceiling:

- fully equipped kitchen with direct access to a terrace with breakfast table and hamac under pergola, dining room for 10, salon with large fireplace.

1st floor: double bedroom, separate WC, shower room, sofa bed on mezzanine, laundry room with washing machine.

2nd floor: - double bedroom with terrace, large shower room with WC and fitted wardrobes

Le Chalet guest house: adjacent to La Voute across a cobbled courtyard. 80 sq. m on 2 levels sleeps: 4

Ground floor:Large open plan including:

- equipped kitchen: washing machine, gas cooker, fridge freezer, microwave.

- dining area with a large table, lounge area with 2 sofas, sofa bed, coffee table, VCR and open fireplace.

1st floor: - double en suite bedroom with bath, separate wc, mezzanine with double bed

It is idyllically situated in a secluded valley surrounded by Oak and Sweet Chestnut clad hillsides. A network of footpaths enable visitors easy access into this unspoilt countryside. The property offers an ideal base from which to explore this beautifully scenic region of France, with its wealth of tourist attractions. The Carmargue, Cevennes National Park, Gorge du Tarn, Mt Aigoual (winter skiing), Cirque de Navacelle and many other areas of outstanding natural beauty are all within easy driving distance. Medieval villages where time seems to have stood still dot the landscape. Throughout the year the colourful local markets and craft fares are buzzing with activity, and the open-air cafes and restaurants offer the opportunity to slowly watch the world go by.

For those who are simply seeking to rest and relax in the sun the Mediterranean’s beaches are an easy drive away whilst the local rivers offer canoeing and many crystal clear swimming holes during the summer.

Le Vigan & Ganges, 2 closest towns (15 minutes drive)

Montpellier and Nimes are the closest cities

A car is essential since the closest train station or airport is Montpellier : 45 minutes drive.

There is also a train station in Nimes which is the closest connection from Paris: 3 hours by TVG (bullet train). The drive from there is 90 mns.

Car necessary: yes.

Local Activities
Sports :
Swimming (onsite)
Horse Riding (10 minute drive)
Fishing (5 minute drive)
Downhillskiing (40 minute drive)
Tennis (10 minute drive)
Hiking / Walking (onsite)
Bicycling (onsite)
Cross Country Skiing (40 minute drive)
Other :
Shops (10 minute drive)
Restaurants (5 minute drive)
Culture (10 minute drive)
Wildlife Viewing (onsite)

Activities notes : Canoeing, donkey rides, open markets.

Facilities
Bedrooms :
Bedroom 1 - 1 queen double
Bedroom 2 - 2 single's
Main House - 1 single, landing
Bedroom 4 - 1 queen double, main
Guest House - 1 double, mezzanine
sleeps a maximum of 9
Bathrooms :
Shower room 1 - bath with overhead shower, toilet, guest house
Shower room 2 - shower, toilet, main house 1st floor
Shower room 3 - shower, main house 2nd floor, toilet
General :
central heating
air conditioning
fireplace
linen
towels
sofa bed
baby high chair
baby crib
Hair dryer
Kitchen :
oven
hob / stove
dishwasher
washing machine
fridge
freezer
microwave
coffee maker
toaster
iron & ironing board
condiments/essentials
Cookware & Utencils
Entertainment :
tv
vcr
cd player/hi-fi
dvd player
video library
External :
parking
garden
balcony/terrace
outdoor grill
garden furniture
Private Pool
Vacation Theme
: Rural.
Suitability and Special Instructions
: No Smoking Inside, Pets Considered.
Credits
: 18 - 29 credits.

From August 30 to Sept 13 : 25 credits From Sept 13 to Dec 20 : 18 credits From Dec 20 to Jan 4 : 29 credits From Jan 4 to July/2009 : 18 credits These rates include bed linen and towels.

This includes final cleaning.