Property Type:
Villa
Sleeping Capacity:
6
Rates:
£900 - 2300
Description of Holiday Villa
Sleeping up to 6 in three lovely en-suite bedrooms this is the perfect Languedoc villa rental in which to enjoy the unique pace and ambience of this beautiful area.
A short drive from airports at Carcassonne, Perpignan, Gerona, Toulouse and Montpellier, the surrounding area has a wealth of attractions. Whether you want an activity packed holiday taking in vineyards, medieval castles and outstanding beaches or you're looking for a quiet hideaway in which to put your feet up - this is the ideal spot!
The villa is one a small group of cut stone houses built in the traditional style around a lovely courtyard. Beautifully appointed to the highest standards and fully equipped with every modern convenience the villa is just a few minutes’ walk to the pretty village of Durban. Vineyards, ancient monasteries and medieval castles punctuate the landscape whilst the golden beaches of the Mediterranean are just a short drive away.
On the ground floor the villa comprises an entrance hall, kitchen, sitting room, fully equipped utility room, guest WC and two beautiful en-suite double bedrooms. Upstairs there is a further double bedroom also with lovely views to the valley below. This bedroom also has an adjacent shower room and w.c.
This villa has WI-FI access, iPod docking station and the kitchen is fully equipped including dishwasher and microwave. The sitting room (complete with satellite TV, DVD home cinema system and a library of books and films) opens out onto a magnificent teak deck surrounding the swimming pool.
The pool and garden at provides stunning views with an outdoor kitchen complete with built in barbeque – just perfect for lazy wining and dining in the gorgeous surroundings. At the far side of the pool area is a table and chairs with wonderful views over the valley and vineyards below.
Beaches / Coast
Swimming and wind-surfing are available in the clear blue waters of the Mediterranean at Cap Leucate, just 30 minutes away.
Special Interest
Nearby, the thriving market towns of Narbonne and Beziers provide a wide range of shops and services, whilst the city of Perpignan offers a vibrant mix of influences . The snowy peaks of the Pyrenees rise dramatically the south and a range of winter sports are available in ski resorts only a 2 hour drive away. Golf, tennis, horse-riding and sailing are within easy reach and the hills are criss-crossed by lovely walks for every level, all with magnificent views to the foothills of the Pyrenees.
Down the hill just 5 minutes walk away is the village of Durban - a typically southern French affair, with a café, supermarket, bank, pharmacy and of course the local cave cooperative. The African Reserve at Sigean is one of the most highly rated wildlife parks in Europe and is a just 25 minutes drive from Villa La Cascade. The reserve provides an outstanding range of wildlife from lions, elephant, rhino and cheetahs and many more animals - all to be seen in a convincingly natural environment.
Disabled Access
1. You can drive straight to the door
2. Most of the villa is on one level - e.g. the entire ground floor including kitchen /dining/living area has no steps and a choice of 3. bedrooms and 2 bathrooms (one with bath - the other with fairly big shower/wet room area) plus a further w.c. There's also direct access to outside from one of the bedrooms (again no steps).
4. The courtyard to the front of the house, whilst accessible to cars, is gated and therefore quite a safe for biking
5. The pool does have Roman steps allowing for easy access (there’s also an outdoor solar shower which can be quite useful!)
Further Details
For lovers of food and wine, there's a wide choice. From local restaurants providing great food at reasonable prices to Michelin starred restaurants only a few minutes from the village. The rising star of Languedoc wine is the highlight for many visitors; numerous Chateaux providing ample opportunities for sampling and purchase at value for money prices that barely do justice to the exceptional quality. These are the reasons why we love the Corbieres. Combine it with the gorgeous climate, the lovely house and the uniquely relaxed pace of life to be found in the South of France and you have all the ingredients for the perfect holiday.
Location of Holiday Villa
This is Cathar country – one of the most inspiring and dramatic landscapes in Europe. Located in the heart of the picturesque Corbieres hills, Villa La Cascade is just perfect for either an activity packed holiday or a relaxing getaway. Within a short distance there are the ancient monasteries at Lagrasse and Fontfroide, medieval castles at Queribus and Peyrepertuse, the historic walled city of Carcassonne and the beautiful Canal du Midi meandering through the countryside north of the hills.
Directions to Holiday Villa
Villa La Cascade is a short drive from airports at Carcassonne, Perpignan, Beziers, Toulouse, Montpellier and Gerona. There are a wide range of flights from Britain, Ireland and the rest of Europe ensuring easy access to the area.
For those driving and taking the ferry from Britain, Durban Corbieres is easily accessible to the excellent French motorway network and a range of Channel ports. Ask us about the best options before you book and we’d be delighted to advise. Finally – all of our guests are welcomed to Villa La Cascade in person and we’ll send you comprehensive directions when you book.
Finally – all of our guests are welcomed to Villa La Cascade in person and we’ll send you comprehensive directions when you book.