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Le Mas des Oliviers (1 bed)
General Description
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Situated within 200m of the town of Uzés, these apartments are ideally situated for absorbing the local history and culture.
- Here in the beautiful Cévennes hills, there is an abundance of nature, from fields of olive trees and lavender, to the sunflowers and vineyards that surround you.
- The apartments are available in three different configurations, making them comfortable for between 4 and 7 people. Each apartment is equipped with satellite TV, (for a small supplement), internet access, air conditioning and a well-equipped kitchen.
- They all have their own terrace or balcony so you can relax with your evening aperitifs, accompanied by the song of the cicadas that inhabit the beautiful countryside.
- You also have access to some superb facilities including a swimming pool, solarium and well-kept garden, stocked with native plants.
The Local Area
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The property is just 200m from the centre of Uzés, which is a protected historical monument, thanks to its mixture of medieval stone houses and 16th century architecture. Being a reasonably sized town, there’s also loads of shopping on your doorstep!
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There’s loads of culture right on your doorstep: musical soirées in Uzès, theatre in Avignon, dance and classical music in Montpellier, jazz in Junas, French songs in Barjac and the ‘Chorégies d’Orange’ opera festival.
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There are plenty of local markets to visit. All the big ones are nearby: Avignon, Aix-en-Provence, Marseilles and the melon centre of the world, Cavaillon! The smaller local farmers markets, found in all the villages on different days, are also well worth a visit. There’s also a biweekly market in the town of Uzés itself, (Wednesday and Saturday), which is well worth a visit.
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For a Roman theme, how about Saint Remy de Provence or Les Baux de Provence (the 2nd most visited attraction in France)? Alternatively, there’s the magnificent Palace of the Popes in Avignon, the tranquil bamboo gardens at Anduze, and there’s even a working steam train that runs through the Cévennes hills!
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Sports and activities include excellent canoeing, walking, cycling, fishing, tennis, golf and horseriding.
Facilities
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Living room: The tastefully decorated living room is equipped with a sofa bed and coffee table, as well as satellite TV, (at a supplement). The lounge is also equipped with air conditioning.
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Kitchen: The kitchen includes pretty much everything you’ll need - a dishwasher, refrigerator, 4 ceramic cooking hobs and microwave grill. Washing and drying machines are available on site, (tokens on sale from reception).
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Bedrooms: Within apartments of this size, there is a double bedroom with either a double bed or twin beds. Additional accommodation is provided in the form of the sofa bed in the living room.
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Bathrooms: The apartment has a bathroom with heated towel rail, along with a separate WC.
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Outside: The outside is a treat. There is a large terrace for all guests with loungers, so that you can relax in the heat of the Provencal summers, as well as a well-tended garden, containing many plants that are native to the South of France. In addition, each apartment has its own private terrace or balcony, with supplied furniture.
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Parking: There is secure underground car park (for a supplement of 49 euros per week) or outdoor parking spaces provided free of charge.
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Swimming pool: Guests have access to the property’s indoor heated swimming pool, (11m x 6m), and solarium, as well as the supplied furniture for lounging about in the Provencal sunshine!
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Internet: An internet connection is provided at the reception area of this property.
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Baby Facilities: a cot and high chair can be provided free of charge, please let us know when you book.
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Telephone: Unfortunately, no telephone connection is provided at this property
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Gas, electric, & water: These are all included in the rental cost.
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End-of-stay cleaning: The owner provides end-of-stay cleaning for a charge of between 56 Euros and 98 Euros, depending on the size of the apartment. Please enquire about this when you book.
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Bed & bathroom linen: Bed linen can be hired for 8 Euros per person per week, and towels can be hired for 7 Euros per person per week.
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Taxe de Sejour: In France, it is necessary to pay a “Taxe de Séjour” at the end of your stay. This is approximately 1 Euro per person per day.
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Damage deposit: The owner requests a damage deposit of 260 Euros on arrival and this will be refunded to you at the end of your stay, less the replacement cost of any breakages.
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Change over day: The change over day is Saturday during the high season, although during the low season flexibility is possible
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Long weekend stays: These are not usually permitted during the high season, although flexibility is possible during the low season.
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Pets: Pets are permitted at this property, although there is an additional supplement, (25 Euros per week), so please let us know before you bring yours.
How To Get There
- By Car – Uzés is situated just off the A9 autoroute, near to Avignon
- By Air - Nimes Airports is the nearest - approximately 50 minutes drive away – although Marseille is approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes away.
- By Train - The high speed TGV service runs directly from London or Paris to Avignon, approximately 25 minutes away
Full directions will obviously be supplied once you have made your booking
