Property for rent in Herault Herault Languedoc-Roussillon France.
A tiny three storey house in this delightful, friendly, rural Languedoc village, 18km from NARBONNE and 20 km West of BEZIERS. Sleeps 2-possibly 4 but it IS small! Near the Minervois wine growing area and the spectacular Languedoc National Park, yet only 25 minutes from the Mediterranean beaches.
The little house has three storeys and thick stone walls to keep you cool and is in a very friendly quarter. You will soon improve your French with the friendly neighbours especially if you invite them for a drink!
What is there to tell you about the house itself? It is VERY French. Full of character. If you want a villa with gold taps and a pool this house is not for you! Dried flowers and old beams abound! There is no garden but you can put chairs in the road as there is very little traffic. On the lower (ground floor) is the kitchen / dining room with fridge, gas cooker, sink, cupboards, table and chairs. We keep the shutters shut during the day and then put chairs outside in the street so we can chat to the locals. The middle floor is a bedroom/lounge with a sofa and "pull out" bed. The upper floor has a double bed and a separate shower/bathroom. The small rooms are joined by a spiral Languedoc staircase. Not far from the house is a picnic spot in the shade overlooking the plain towards the Pyrenees. You can easily eat there and return to the house for a siesta!
All you need take are some bed linen and towels, unless you would prefer us to provide these at extra cost. You will not need a lot in the summer. The house is ideal for two or even three if friendly. What about a second honey moon? Or even a first one!
The surrounding countryside is superb. There are many, many vines and it is a beautiful ride of about 30 km to the spectacular Languedoc National Park. The Mediterranean beaches are about 20 minutes away, the famous walled citadel of Carcassonne is about 50 km away and is a great day out. You must visit the magnificent Canal du Midi which is 4 km away. There are many picnic spots in shaded areas beneath the parasol pines. The nearest swimming is not far away in Bize -Minervois where the locals swim in the fresh crystal clear water and relax in the shade of the plane trees. It is a good idea to go between 12.00 noon and 2.00 pm when everyone is eating but then this is true of anywhere in France!
There is a book in the house of good places to visit and we would ask you to add to it. Do please let us know of any special restaurants you find, places of geographic or historic interest or places suitable for a good day out. You must visit the Oppidum, a Gallo Roman settlement high on a hill overlooking the Canal du Midi. Further afield are the wonderful citadels of Minerve and Lagrasse. You are not far from the Corbieres, Cathar castles and the spectacular "Little Yellow Train".
Whatever your interests you will find something for you to enjoy in this wonderful region. All we ask is that you enjoy yourselves and don't smoke in the house!
Property Details
Address Quarante
Location France > Languedoc-Roussillon > Herault
Postcode -
Breakage deposit£ 0.00
Number of bedrooms 1
Number of bathrooms 1
Max people 2
Check In 4pm
Check Out 10am
Nearest airport Beziers
Distance to Airport 20 kms
Distance to Beach 25 minutes
Price From£ 330.00 (Weekly)
Herault Area Information
Quarante is a delightful, picturesque Languedoc village whose winter population is 1460. In summer this grows considerably as sons and daughters and their families return for holidays and to visit their parents and grandparents.
It is about 18 km North of Narbonne and about 20 km West of Beziers.
The centre of the village is the square by the large old church which dominates the steep narrow streets. You can get an excellent (midday ) meal in the bar. Our friend and neighbour, Nadine is a wonderful cook and if you wish she will make you a meal so you can come back after a day out and enjoy her fantastic cooking. By the way she speaks English having worked in large hotels in England. Not at all expensive and you can order what you want! Post office and shops (butcher, baker, little supermarket etc) are up past the narrow streets near the square. For bigger food shopping you could try "Intermarche" supermarket 8 km away in CAPESTANG.
NARBONNE (market on Thursdays), BEZIERS (superb flower market on Fridays) and PERPIGNAN (about 5 degrees warmer than its surroundings) are lovely nearby interesting towns to visit.

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