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Gite Jade
General Description
· This countryside gite for 4 people is situated adjacent to the 'Maison de Maitre' on an organic wine-producing 'domaine' on the edge of Cascastel-des-Corbieres, a village 30 kilometres south of Narbonne, nestling in the rolling hills and beautiful scenery of the Corbieres. The owners will share with you their love and knowledge of the wine produced from almost 30 acres of vines, all with 'Appellation d'Origine Controllee' - AOC Fitou, Corbieres, Rivesaltes and Muscat de Rivesaltes..
· Stone walls, terracotta tiles, rush-matting and period furniture blended with modern, give this gite a rustic feel. You can savour life as it's always been in this un-spoiled beautiful region of France.
· Whilst set in the midst of Cathar Country, this property is only 25 kms (30 minutes drive) from the Mediterranean beaches. It is one of 3 holiday properties on the domaine, all with completely separate facilities. Located on the edge of Cascastel, it's only a short walk to the village restaurant, and the local baker delivers the bread.
· The gite has 2 bedrooms, each with its own bath or shower room and a separate WC. The owner will provide either double beds or single beds on request. Outside there's a small enclosed courtyard garden with table and chairs and a barbeque. The outside Jacuzzi (available in July and August) is a great place to relax after a day's sight-seeing.
The Local Area
· Cascatel-des-Corbieres is a small village associated with the production of wine. It has a chateau, an 11th century church, along with a grocer, a 'tabac', a post office and a restaurant. There are further shops and facilities in Villeneuve-des-Corbieres (2km) and in the little town of Durban Corbieres (6km).
· As well as walking, or mountain-biking in the Corbieres hills, or playing boules in the village square, you can play tennis at Villeneuve-des-Corbieres (2kms). Within an hour and a half are the ski-slopes of Font Romeu, Pyrenees 2000 and Les Angles.
· When sight-seeing, you can discover the Cathar Castles of Aguilar, Queribus, Peyrepertuse, Villerouge-Termenes, as well as visit the fabulous medieval city of Carcassonne and the romanesque abbeys of Fontfroide and Lagrasse. Both children and adults will have a great day out at the African Nature Reserve at Sigean where over 3,000 different species of animals can be seen in close-to-nature surroundings. And don't forget to visit the fine sandy beaches of the Languedoc coast and, further south, the more dramatic coastline of the Cote Vermeille and the lovely fishing village of Collioure.
· There's a Saturday market at Villesque, 10km away. And it's also well worth visiting Narbonne on a Thursday morning to shop at the large outdoor market, but also to buy fresh food at the fascinating indoor market 'Les Halles'.
· It's just a short stroll down to the restaurant in Cascastel called 'Le Clos de Cascastel'. You'll find another restaurant nearby in Villeneuve-des-Corbieres, and also at Fontjoncouse, where there's restaurant with 2 Michelin stars.
· The nearest supermarket can be found at Durban Corbieres, 6kms away.
Facilities
· Living room: A pleasant room with stone walls, terracotta tiles, a comfortable settee, a TV and radio/cassette.
· Dining room: There's a dining table and chairs for 4 people. Period furniture is mixed harmoniously with more modern pieces.
· Kitchen: There's a double-basin sink unit, cooker, dishwasher, washing machine/drier, fridge/freezer, microwave oven, toaster, coffee-maker etc.
· Bedrooms: There are two bedrooms; one with a double bed, the other with two single beds, bedside tables, hanging and storage.
· Bathrooms: One bathroom with bath, basin and WC. One shower room with shower, basin and separate WC.
· Outside: A small courtyard garden with a lawn, teak table and chairs, two sun-loungers and a barbecue.
· Swimming pool: No pool, but there is an outside jacuzzi available during July and August. Close by you have a natural swimming pool just 7km away, a public swimming pool at Durban (6kms) and the Mediterranean beaches (just 30 minutes drive).
· Internet: You can connect to the internet here via WiFi and your own laptop.
· Telephone: Sorry - there is no telephone here.
· Baby facilities: A cot and a high chair can be provided on request.
· Winter heating: This is included in the rental cost.
· Electric, & water: are all included in the rental cost.
· End-of-stay cleaning: is included in the rental cost.
· Bed & bathroom linen: is included in the rental cost.
· Taxe de Sejour: in France, it is necessary to pay a “Taxe de Séjour” at the end of your stay. It has been included here in the rental cost.
· Damage deposit: The owner requests a damage deposit of 500 Euros on arrival and this will be refunded to you at the end of your stay, less the replacement cost of any breakages.
· Change over day: Saturday
· Long weekend and short stays: Are available outside the summer season. Please enquire for price and availability.
· Pets: are not permitted in this gite - sorry.
How To Get There
· By Car - Cascastel-des-Corbieres is situated 10 minutes from the town of Durban Corbieres about 30 kms south-west of Narbonne. The nearest motorway exits are on the A9 Exit No. 39 Sigean, or the A61 Exit No: 25 Lezignan Corbieres.
· By Air - Perpignan, Beziers, Carcassonne and Montpellier Airports are the nearest - approximately 50 minutes drive away. Girona Airport in N. Spain is also a good option. All are serviced by the low-cost airlines from the UK and Ireland.
· By Train - Please visit www.raileurope.co.uk for details of the overnight Motorail service to Narbonne (summer months only).
Full directions etc will be sent once you make a booking
