Consuls de Mer - Apartment for 2
General Description
· Ideal for a holiday or a business trip, these 3-Star studio apartments, sleeping 1 to 2 people, at the Residence Consuls de Mer in Montpellier are centrally located not only for visiting the beautiful, vibrant city of Montpellier (no need for a car - just use the new tramway!), but also the Mediterranean beaches, the mountains of the high Languedoc, Beziers, the Canal du Midi, the Camargue and the Pont du Gard.
· Available all year round, the studio apartments are in a modern building in the heart of the new administrative and business centre in Montpellier. They are very well designed and have a living room with either a high quality convertible sofa bed which converts to a large double, or 1 double bed, or 2 single beds. There is a bathroom with a separate WC, and a fully-equipped kitchenette with microwave and dishwasher, a satellite TV and a telephone. For your pleasure, there is a roof-top sun terrace and swimming pool for relaxing and enjoying the Mediterranean sunshine. The sauna and spa pool may be used for a small extra charge.
· One of the many benefits of staying here is that you have the choice to self-cater if you wish or you can enjoy the attractive, well-priced restaurant on the ground floor, where you can have breakfast, lunch and your evening meal without having to cook, or go out, if you don't want to. There is secure underground parking available for a reasonable charge.
The Local Area
· It's a 10-minute tram-ride, or a short drive to the centre of the charming city of Montpellier. Supermarkets, shops, banks, pharmacies, restaurants and bars are all within easy reach. Montpellier not only has a historic centre but a new, modern, centre 'Antigone', designed by the Catalan architect Ricardo Boffil. With lovely old and new architecture, fountains, water features, open spaces, lots of great shopping, fantastic restaurants, bars and night-life if you want it, Montpellier is well worth visiting. And to find a public transport system that really works is just great!
· Notable sights in Montpellier are - The Place de la Comedie, which is the focal point of the old city, the Musee (Museum) Fabre, the 14th century cathedral of Saint Pierre, the Port du Peyrou, a historic triumphal arch, the Aqueduc Saint Clement and the various chateaux and 'follies' built in the past by wealthy merchants which surround the city.
· The Mediterranean beach resorts of Palavas-les-Flots, Carnon-Plage, and la Grande-Motte are just a short drive away. As well as enjoying the beaches, swimming and the sunshine, you'll find lots of water-sports here.
· Within an easy drive is the Carmargue - an area of very distinctive natural beauty with pink flamingos, black bulls and white horses. Visit the fascinating town of Aigues-Mortes, founded in 102 B.C., and which was once a royal port during the Crusades. A visit to the port of Sete is also a great day out and if you are lucky you'll see the local sport of water-jousting. Also in the area is the famous Pont du Gard, an important aqueduct built by the Romans. Vists to Uzes, Pezenas, where Moliere wrote his plays, and the city of Beziers, the rugby capital of France, are also recommended.
· The local cuisine is superb - seafood is a speciality, particularly the Bouzigues oysters. The restaurants in Montpellier are many and varied with budgets to suit all pockets.
Facilities
· Living room: The living/dining room in the studio apartment is well-designed. It has either a high quality convertible sofa which makes a large double bed 160cm x 200cm, a double bed or two singles. There is a satellite TV and a telephone (calls chargeable)
· Kitchenette: Fully-equipped with two-ring hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher.
· Bathroom: With heated towel rail, and a hair-dryer. The WC is separate.
· Additional accommodation: Other apartments are available here for 4 people and 6 people some with balconies, please enquire. Also available are superior studio apartments where the decor and furnishings are upgraded, please enquire for price and availability.
· Swimming pool: There is a roof-top swimming pool and sun terrace for your use. Depending on the weather the pool will open in May or June and closes in September. There are sauna and spa facilities for a small extra charge, payable at the reception.
· Car Parking: There is a covered underground car park here which is available to guests for 25 Euros per week, payable direct
· Internet: A FREE WiFi connection is available for all guests.
· Telephone: There is a telephone in the room. Call charges apply, and are payable direct.
· Baby facilities: A cot and a high chair are available for 44 Euros per week, payable direct.
· Winter heating/summer air-conditioning: Is included in the price of your holiday.
· Electric, & water: are all included in the rental cost. Cleaning: If your stay is for 7 days, a mid week cleaning service is included. End of stay cleaning is not included in the rental cost. You have the option to clean the apartment yourself at the end of your stay or pay for the service at the reception desk. The apartment cleaning charge ranges from 28 - 84 Euros depending on the size of the apartment. A cleaning kit is also available at reception for 6 Euros per kit.
· Bed & bathroom linen: is included in the rental cost. Beds are made ready for your arrival.
· Taxe de Sejour: in France, it is necessary to pay a “Taxe de Séjour” at the end of your stay. The guide price is 1.00 Euro per person per day, payable direct.
· Damage deposit: The company requests a damage deposit of 260 Euros on arrival by credit card and this will be refunded to you soon after the end of your stay, less the replacement cost of any breakages.
· Change over day: Flexible according to availability.
· Long weekends / Mini breaks / Longer term stays: Subject to availability at the time of enquiry - please enquire for prices.
· Pets: are permitted if you wish for a supplementary charge of 30 Euros per week, payable direct.
How To Get There
· By Car - The Consuls de Mer Apartments are easily found from the A9 autoroute from the Montpellier East and Montpellier South exits. Private underground car-parking is available for a daily or weekly charge.
· By Air - Montpellier airport is the nearest (10-15 mins drive). There is public transport from the airport to the centre of the city. Montpellier airport is serviced by Ryanair and EasyJet from the UK. Other airports you can use are Nimes, Perpignan, Beziers, Carcassonne, Toulouse and Girona (Spain).
· By Train - The high speed TGV service runs directly to Montpellier.
Full directions etc will be sent once you make a booking
