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Villa La Cascade is a beautiful cut stone luxury villa overlooking the pretty village of Durban Corbieres and its medieval castle. With magnificent views and enjoying a peaceful private garden, this lovely house is the perfect location for an idyllic holiday in this still undiscovered yet easily accessible part of Mediterranean France.
Sleeping up to 6 in three beautiful en-suite bedrooms this is the perfect home from home in which to enjoy the unique pace and ambience of Languedoc.
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 perfect 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. Located in the heart of the Corbieres, Villa La Cascade overlooks a range of beautiful hills that stretch north of the Spanish border. Vineyards, ancient monasteries and medieval castles punctuate the landscape whilst the golden beaches of the Mediterranean are just a short drive away.
| Location : |
Durban Corbieres, Languedoc-Roussillon, France
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| Property Type : |
Villa |
| Car Hire : |
Recommended |
| Nearest Major Airport : |
Perpignan - 40 Kilometres |
| Nearest Beach : |
Le Franqui - 15 Kilometres |
| Nearest Ferry Port : |
Calais - 800 Kilometres |
| Nearest Railway station : |
Narbonne - 25 Kilometres |
| Nearest Motorway Junction : |
Sigean - 15 Kilometres |
| Nearest Supermarket : |
Durban - .5 Kilometres |
| Nearest Pharmacy : |
Durban - .5 Kilometres |
| Nearest Doctor / Hospital : |
Durban - .5 Kilometres |
| Low |
01-Jan-2010 |
02-Apr-2010 |
950 |
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1 Week |
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| Easter 2010 |
03-Apr-2010 |
10-Apr-2010 |
1800 |
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6 Days |
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| April |
10-Apr-2010 |
30-Apr-2010 |
950 |
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N/A |
1 Week |
GBP |
| May |
01-May-2010 |
30-May-2010 |
1500 |
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N/A |
1 Week |
GBP |
| June |
01-Jun-2010 |
30-Jun-2010 |
1800 |
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N/A |
1 Week |
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| July&August |
01-Jul-2010 |
31-Aug-2010 |
2500 |
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N/A |
1 Week |
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| September |
01-Sep-2010 |
30-Sep-2010 |
1800 |
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N/A |
1 Week |
GBP |
| Low |
01-Oct-2010 |
23-Dec-2010 |
950 |
N/A |
N/A |
1 Week |
GBP |
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| Notes to the rental rates : |
| A 30% booking deposit is required to secure your reservation and the balance is payable 8 weeks prior to arrival. We take payment in Sterling or the Euor or Dollar equivalent. You will be welcomed personally upon arrival and a refundable security deposit of €500 is payable. |
| Leisure activities: |
Wind-surfing, Walking, Tennis, Swimming, Mountain biking, Horse riding, Close to restaurants, Close to a Market |
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| Property Type : |
Villa |
| Accommodation Type : |
Self Catering |
| Meals : |
N/a |
| General : |
Sun loungers, Linen provided |
| Kitchen : |
Oven, Microwave, Hob, Grill, Freezer, Dish washer |
| Living Room : |
Fireplace |
| Dining : |
Dining Area |
| Entertainment : |
Satellite or Cable, Radio, DVD player, CD |
| Internet Access : |
Wireless broadband, Broadband access |
| Outside : |
Terrace, Parking, Garden, Cassita, Barbecue |
| Swimming Pools : |
Private pool, Outdoor pool |
| Long term renters welcome : | Yes | | Low allergen environment : | Yes | | Non smoking only : | Yes |
| Notes : |
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 Villa La Cascade provides stunning views in every direction. There is 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.
There's comfortable garden furniture and sun loungers, an outdoor solar shower and a range of fruit trees and a number of secluded seating areas all combining to ensure that should you decide not to leave the garden for the duration of your stay you will not be disappointed!
Please note that Villa La Cascade is not suitable for children under 12 and that we only accept bookings on this basis.
Past Guest Comments:-
"Beautiful - highly recommended. Great exceptionally well fitted out. Outstanding pool and terrace and a fabulous location. Lots to see and do in a particularly good wine region." - Andrew Taylor
"A really beautiful house and a great location beside the village but still completely private. The view from the terrace is memorable" - Brian McCaul
''Thank you for a great trip - this is definitely the best property we have stayed in anywhere in the Languedoc'' - Phyl and Alan Flett
'' We planned to see a lot more but by the end of our fortnight we realised that we'd spent most of the time outside in the garden because its so beautiful. It was hard to leave but we'll be back in 2009!'' - Henrik and Naomi
''Thank you Valerie. We had a most enjoyable two weeks at your beautiful villa. It's idyllic and we shall be recommending it to all of our wine loving friends as it really is the perfect base for exploring the area''- Barbara Byrne |
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| Things to See and Do |
| 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.
Corbieres
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 – more Catalan than French in atmosphere. Swimming and wind-surfing are available in the clear blue waters of the Mediterranean at Cap Leucate, just 30 minutes 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.
Durban
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.
Castles
Rising out of the Languedoc plain and guarding the old border between France and Aragon, the Cathar castles are not to be missed. Like ancient sentinels they gaze across a landscape barely changed since medieval times. Within a short drive of Villa La Cascade you can visit Queribus, Termes, Peyrepertuse and a host of other stunning monuments, each with a unique and often tragic history. Today, they are visible reminders of when this part of France echoed to the sound of horses’ hooves and cannon.
Food & Wine
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. |
| Getting Here |
| 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. |
| Ski Details |
| 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. |
| Languages Spoken : |
French, English |
| URL of listed Property : |
http://www.rentvillalanguedoc.com/ |
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