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As featured in the Sunday Time Travel Supplement Easter 2010 article on the Languedoc - full newspaper article on owner's website

also.... New Kitchen / Dining areas photos now on website

Situated between sea and mountains in a delightful fortified medieval village, this tastefully renovated stone house is built into the old village walls. The house is full of character with natural stone walls and timber beams and enjoys beautiful views of the countryside. There is a light and airy raised ground floor with 55m² of open plan living area. You can access lovely walks direct from the house along streams, through wooded hillsides and the colourful patchwork of vineyards. The area abounds with picturesque medieval villages with local markets and castles. Close by is Pezenas, described as one of the most beautiful towns in the French south west with its fine architecture and surprisingly inexpensive restaurants.

The village is situated in gently undulating countryside ideal for cycling. Two bicycles, stored in the large cellars, are provided for exclusive guest use.

Or you can simply slow down, relax and soak in the peaceful ambience of the local lifestyle, sitting in the house's enclosed quiet, private and sunny 40m² walled courtyard garden with a glass of wine and meals taken al fresco.

What recent guests have said about us.....

"What a great place!"

"The house is just superb and in a dream location particularly for cyclists"

"Les Eaux Calmes is a most amazing place. We felt at home as soon as we got through the door. The decoration, layout and facilities are fantastic."

"The village was very beautiful"

"We thought the countryside was stunning"

And a local property manager: "Our favourite house and the most tastefully done"

"We have returned to the US after a wonderful week in Les Eaux Calmes. We all loved your home in Gabian. We feel so special to be the first Americans to have stayed there. We went to the boulangerie every morning for our bagette…. we had fantastic weather every day, which in turn made the week even nicer. The house was very cosy and was decorated so cute and had all essentials that were needed.  We would definitely recommend it to anyone….  and we love Pezenas with the restaurant/bar area where they have entertainment every night.  Their market on Saturday was pretty amazing. Thanks again for the use of your home."  September 2009

Our average feedback score from guests for four categories: cleanliness, welcome, house facilities and value for money, each came to between 9 and 10 out of 10!

Enquire with owner for details of local village websites; local tourist office websites; local winegrowers website; classical music concerts and festivals website.

Ten reasons why “Les Eaux Calmes” in Gabian is an ideal location particularly for out of season and winter lettings

1. All year round, friendly village life (compared to almost closed up seaside resorts)
2. Rich culture of traditional medieval village festivals, markets and seasonal gatherings
3. Wonderful opportunity to experience the real France, its wines, cheeses, daily fresh bread and delicious locally grown produce
4. Attractive rolling hilly countryside overlooking the flatter coastal plain
5. Surrounded by miles of unspoilt natural garrigue (with varied shrub and wild flower habitat, displaying spectacular seasonal colour)
6. Delightful short country walks direct from the house and village
7. Fascinating architectural and historical interest
8. An ideal base for travelling to mountains, beaches and other places of interest
9. The hospitality of a peaceful, romantic house with the character of natural stone walls, timber beams and a real roaring log fireplace
10. Light and airy open plan living with all modern cooking and washing facilities

 

Watch our new short video - find the link on the "owners website" 

Accommodation detail

This house is so much more than just a basic gite. Rather it's a real second home, beautifully decorated and adorned with stunning artwork, and comprising the following spacious accommodation:

• Quality fitted kitchen: new for 2010, with tiled worktops, beautiful solid oak cupboard doors, and old beams all fully in keeping with rustic style; all mods cons including dishwasher, microwave, fridge freezer, ceramic hob (part induction) and built in oven. The kitchen, dining and lounge areas are together on a raised ground floor. In the lounge there is satellite TV, DVD and video player and a Hi Fi.
• 3 bedrooms: fully ensuite master double bedroom, double bedroom with option for additional single bed and twin bedroom. Quality bed linen provided freshly laundered and fully made up before arrival.
• 3 bathrooms: one with roll top bath; one separate shower room; and one full ensuite to master bedroom.
• Further separate 2nd WC: with washing machine

Highly efficient Brisach cheminee log fireplace - with underfloor central heating ducts to kitchen and dining areas - latest technology with ageless character, making for the ideal home all year round including for longer winter lets.

Large Velux  windows in main double bedrooms with remote controlled, solar powered, black out blinds - let the daylight in at the touch of a button as you lie in bed.

Two bicycles provided for guests use stored in large cellars

About the location

The house is situated in the heart of the old medieval village, with its westerly wall formed along the old fortified ramparts. It enjoys lovely views over the surrounding countryside and still waters below, where two rivers join above the picturesque local weir. Gabian has a history dating back to Roman times and is a fine example of a fortified medieval village known as a "circulade" with its maze of narrow streets and alleys. There are around 700 inhabitants and the village boasts a bar/restaurant, bakers, grocers, newsagent, post office, pharmacy and medieval church. This village is in the heart of a beautiful wine growing region known for its countryside, historic villages, castles and abbeys.

• 15 minutes from the town of Pézenas
• 10 minutes from Magalas with train station
• 10 minutes from beautiful lakeside swimming at Vailhan
• 5 minutes from the village of Roujan 
• 3 minutes to Chateau Abbey de Cassan
• tourist information offices at Roujan, Pezenas and Magalas
• supermarkets and restaurants at Pezenas and Magalas 
• 30 minutes to Mediterranean beaches & fishing villages
• 30 minutes to national park mountains
• 75 minutes to tallest bridge in the world designed by Sir Norman Foster at Millau

See Local guide and map for information on nearby towns and facilities.

How to get here

Fly to: Beziers Cap d'Agde (half an hour), Montpelier (+ one hour drive or train), Nimes, Carcasonne and Perpignan (+ one and a half hour drive), Gerona or Toulouse (+ two and a half hour drive).

Ryanair, Bmibaby or Easyjet

See Local guide and map for information on nearby towns and airports.

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Facilities

Facility	Details
Type	Village House (Self-catering)
Bedrooms	2 double, 1 twin
Baby cots	1
Bathrooms	3 bathroom(s)
Separate toilets	1
Capacity	7
Living Area	135 m²
Suitability	Non-smoking, Suitable for children, Unsuitable for wheelchair access
Linen	see additional pricing notes
Changeover day

Facility	Details
Internal facilities	Board Games, CD player, Central heating (electric), Computer, DVD player, English satellite TV, Exclusive rental, Hairdryer, Hi-fi system, Internet Access, Broadband Internet Access (Wi-fi), MP3 Player, Owner not on site, Radio, TV, VCR, Wood burning fire or stove
Kitchen facilities	Dishwasher, Electric hob, Electric oven, Fridge-Freezer, Ironing facilities, Microwave, Washing machine
Other	Large Velux  windows with remote controlled, solar operated, blackout blinds in main double bedrooms. from November 2010....Medieval meets Hi-Tech 1) unlimited free internet access via SFr WiFi connection 2)  latest 17.3" laptop and 3) latest 32" HD TV with all UK and French free-to-view channels
External features on site	Barbecue, Garden, Scenic views

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Additional price information

• Occupancy surcharge: £20 per adult, £10 per child, additional fixed charge per stay, to include house clean, beds made up with fresh linen, two bathroom towels per person, and personal "meet and greet" service on arrival and departure.
• Electricity usage charged at cost only
• Saturday changeovers in high season; flexible at other times of year
• Discounts for single or one couple only occupancy; please enquire.
• Sorry, no smoking or pets.

 

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