19th Century riverside chateau with six beautifully renovated gites and natural pool situated on the edge of the stunning Cevennes National Park. Each gite comprises well-equipped accomodation with its own outdoor dining area and wood-burning stove. Our bio UV pool (12x5m),fed by source water and cleaned by a powerful UVC light and plants, was completed in 2007 and has proved a huge hit. Other nearby swimming options are the river (adjacent) and nearby lake (2km) with beach, cafe and boat hire. Children will make friends with the animals (donkey, pony, ducks and hens) and enjoy the freedom of our large grounds. Fresh eggs and home grown fruit and veg are often available. Friendly bar and excellent local restaurant are just a two min walk away. For a peaceful night out, baby sitting can be arranged. The local town with a market and all facilities is 5 mins by car. Adventure parks, horse riding, hiking, kayaking, markets, medieval towns and roman architecture are all nearby. To reach us fly Ryanair, Flybe or the TGV - we're just an hour from Nimes or Montpellier. 2 hrs from Marseille and Avignon.
Accommodation Facilities
Bedrooms:
4 bedroom:
1 - Double bedroom (140 x 190 cm)
2 - twin bedroom (2 x 90 x 190)
3 - bunk bedroom (2 x 90 x 190)
4 - family bedroom (3 x 90 x 190)
all the room are comfortable with adult-sized beds - so suitable for a groups of adults as well as families with children.
Bathrooms:
Bathroom with two basins, two shower cubicles and two separate wcs.
Kitchen:
Well-equipped American kitchen with dishwasher, washing machine, microwave, gas cooker, coffee machine, double sink etc.,
Living Rooms:
Very large living space with DVD area for children and comfortable seating area for reading or enjoying a glass of wine.
The living area includes a large dining table and chairs ideal for large family meals or group catering.
Other Rooms:
NB: this property is all on one floor with no steps and is very suitable for the elderly or infirm.
Cleaning/Towels/Linen etc:
Change-over day: Saturday
Cleaning charges £55 (one week stay)
£75 (two week stay)
Linen is hired at £8 per single/ £10 per double per week. Guests staying for two weeks will automatically be given two sets of linen per bed.
Cots and high chairs are available on prior request at no extra charge.
Outside:
Terrace area with large outdoor table and chairs for dining al fresco. Communal barbecue area available for all guests situated in courtyard. Plenty of space for children to play while adults finish their meal!
View of pony/donkey field.
(NB: very dry summers mean we have to be exceptionally careful where barbecue facilites are placed).
Additional notes (if any):
Internet access (wi-fi) is available free of charge at the Chateau but due to thick walls it may not be possible to access it from inside the gite.
Change over day Saturday. Shorter or mid week breaks often available in low or mid-season
Property Location
Local Area / Activities
The Chateau is very centrally situated for a varied holiday with lots of exciting options less than an hour away.
Kayaking - on the Tarn, Ardeche, Gardon or the Ceze
Canyoning and rock climbing
Adverture parks - three different parks with ropes and zip wires suitable for children from 4 upwards.
Horse riding
Beautiful local walks.
Nimes - fantastic Roman buildings and great shops and cafes.
Pont du Gard - famous Roman aqueduct that feature on the 5 euro note (lots of river swimming possibilities here too).
Steam train - very popular little train that runs through stunning Cevennes scenery and stops at the Bambouserie en route.
Gliding, paragliding and go-karting at the nearby Pole Mechanique are also possible.
And fantastic sandy beaches 90 minutes away.
