Villa FR5083

Details of the Villa

The wide stone walls and modern comforts such as the swimming pool on the stone terrace will transport you to simpler times. From the ancient stone stairs to the stained glass windows, the architecture of this 4 bedroom villa is really something special. The low arched ceiling featured in the living room make this the perfect spot for a snug family movie night. Nestled in a rural spot between the Cevennes National Park and Provence, the quiet village in which this villa is located is a true rural escape. Grottes de Trabuc is 45 minutes from the villa, with its caverns offering interest to the whole family. The perfect spot for hikers with the beautiful scenery, there will be so much to do. Uzes (30km), is the perfect destination for metropolitan delights, where a market runs on Wednesdays and Saturdays, whilst restaurants and shops are set in the beautiful scenery. Interior of House Ground Floor - Sitting room - Dining room - Kitchen First floor (via stone staircase) - Double bedroom - Small double bedroom - Bathroom with antique tiles Second Floor (via stone staircase) - 1 x triple bedroom (3 single beds) - 1 x small double bedroom - Shower room Outside Grounds - Swimming pool (15m length, depth approx 80cm-2m10), fenced off - Gardens (including one of the oldest micocoulier trees in the region) - Al-fresco dining terrace Thanks to the original thick stone walls the interiors stay cool in the summer. Nestled between the Cévennes National Park and Provence, this holiday home feels like a true rural escape in a quiet little village. You have spectacular views of the valley and Cevennes mountain range from the garden, pool and terrace, where you can enjoy some incredible sunsets. Every day in the village (except weekends) there is a little van that passes the village square for bread and croissants. There is also a little shop attached to a nearby campsite, about 3km away, which sells most groceries and bread/pastries and is open seven days a week, usually open from early April to early September. You can also drive to Salindres (8km) for a small supermarket and further to St. Ambroix (14km) or Alès (15km) for town facilities and larger supermarkets. Hikers will be most at home with hectares of wild garrigues/countryside around the village plus there is horse-riding, quad biking and a tree-top activity centre within half an hour by car. There are of course some wonderful towns and cities to explore in the area and beyond.  Heading west, at the foot of the incredible Cévennes National Park, is the charming town of Anduze (30km) with its pretty shops in the medieval centre, specialising in local products such as pottery. Visit on a Thursday to experience market day or simply wander around the interesting historical town. Combine a visit to the nearby caves Grotte de Trabac (33km) and the Prafrance Bamboo Gardens (30km) with a ride on the magnificent steam train (open Easter to October) through the surrounding countryside. You may also wish to explore further afield such as the amazing Le Cirque de Navacelles (99km), a UNESCO world heritage site and a must-see spectacle of nature.  Just 30km south-east is the remarkable Uzès, undoubtedly one of the best preserved and restored medieval towns of France or head down to impressive Nimes (48km) with its stunning Roman architecture and UNESCO world heritage site Le Pont du Gard (44km). Further Provencal highlights include Van Gogh’s precious Arles (80km), beautiful Avignon (70km) or further south to some of the idyllic villages of Les Apilles National Park such as St-Remy-de-Provence (92km) and Les Baux-de-Provence (100km).