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Le Mûrier - Gîte Holiday Rental in Lussan, Provence Gard, France

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$817 - $1,783 Per property per week (Rates)

Capacity 4

Bedrooms 1

Bathrooms 1

Suitability Non-smoking, Suitable for children, Unsuitable for wheelchair access

Property highlights Barbecue, Garden, Scenic views, Swimming pool (shared use)

Access  No public transport available, Car Essential Car hire

"At the foot of an ancient hill village sits Mas de la Bousquette - a beautiful old stone French fa..."

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  • The exterior of the house with spectacular views
    The exterior of the house with spectacular views
  • The romantic bedroom
    The romantic bedroom
  • the living room
    the living room
  • Bedknobs!
    Bedknobs!
  • Books and games
    Books and games
  • Fully equipped!
    Fully equipped!
  • Starter supplies
    Starter supplies
  • The heated pool safely enclosed within a lovely garden
    The heated pool safely enclosed within a lovely garden
  • A wonderful roofscape from the gite terrace
    A wonderful roofscape from the gite terrace
  • The koi lake. Hammocks in a shady place
    The koi lake. Hammocks in a shady place
  • The Garden with the meadow beyond
    The Garden with the meadow beyond
  • The spectacular courtyard is the heart of the house
    The spectacular courtyard is the heart of the house
  • help us with our rare breed hens
    help us with our rare breed hens
  • a corner of the gardens
    a corner of the gardens

Where is it

Provence Gard
 

Ancient Provençal Mas with Two Luxurious Gîtes and Heated Pool

Set in 7 acres of gorgeous gardens and natural meadowland, Mas de la Bousquette looks out over rolling countryside to Mont Bouquet and the mountains of the Cevennes from its position nestling at the foot of the  Huguenot hilltop village of Lussan, close to the lovely mediaeval town of Uzes in the Gard Provencal. With its tranquility and sense of timelessness the mas has been superbly and lovingly restored with every care taken to preserve its unique character. There is a large heated pooland it is an idyllic place to stay at any time of the year.

Our charming gites are furnished with style and equipped to the highest standards. Beds are top quality;  towels, bathrobes etc are provided along with top range toileteries. The kitchens have everything you might need. Our prices are completely inclusive of absolutely everything including all linen, 'starter' pack, books, games etc and a very special 4 course dinner with us and other guests on your first evening.

Outside there are 7 acres of lovely grounds with fish ponds, meadows, orchard, gardens and a large, safely enclosed heated pool. Our grounds are safe and parents are always happy to let their children loose in our meadow perhaps with our 2 dogs. Alternatively, they can help us feed and collect eggs from our flock of rare breed hens. This is a place to relax and feel free. No pressures, just plenty of peace and calm. No TVs, just books and games and toys for our younger guests.

We are in a lovely area with easy access to some fabulous ciites: Nimes, Avignon, Montpelier, Aix, Arles are all an easy drive. Uzes, our local town is a renowned unspoiled mediaeval delight with spectacular markets twice a week. The countryside is fabulous; we are at the foothills of the Cevennes and Ardeche mountains and our roads and tracks are perfect for hiking or cycling. We offer free loan of bikes to our guests. There are 3 rivers nearby with wonderful canoeing between Easter and October.

We have just been awarded 5 stars by the French tourism authority, one of only 38 places in France to achieve this.

We do not complete the availability chart on this site as our gites are flexible and we can often accommodate you.  Please send us your dates and we will get back to you without delay.

 

Holiday Accommodation at Le Mûrier

(1 bedroom, sleeps 2/4)

The gîte has tremendous charm, created from the old silk farm within the north-west tower, with unique views of the village of Lussan. A truly romantic bedroom makes it an ideal place for a honeymoon.  ( special offer available for weeks 16 and 30 June - contact us for details)

The accommodation comprises:

  • Entrance - through roofed terrace overlooking internal courtyard
  • Bright sitting/dining room - spacious and comfortable with fireplace and sofa which converts to double bed. Music system provided.
  • Kitchen area - fully fitted with built in oven, hob, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, microwave.
  • Bedroom - very romantic with an antique iron and brass king-size bed, vaulted ceiling, built-in wardrobe cupboard. Doors lead to private terrace, (a sun-trap even in winter). En- suite bathroom with superb view of the village from the bath!

Magnificent views from le Mûrier up the hill to the village of Lussan.

Included in the rental

Please refer to Le grenier.

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About Lussan in Provence Gard, Provence - Cote d'Azur

This is Provence as it used to be: unspoiled, uncrowded - just lovely.  Perfect in summer  - vibrant and lively  with constant clear blue sky  and warm temparatures. However,  it is at its loveliest out of season with an abundance of pure clear air and light. Even in winter the sun continues to shine most of the time. If you are looking for somewhere inspirational to take time out to write, paint or just "be", come and visit us for an extended stay between October and the end of May and become part of the real Provençal way of life.

Easily accessible from Montpellier, Nîmes and Marseilles airports, equidistant between Nîmes and Avignon, Lussan provides a perfect holiday location for all interests.

Within the village there is a post office, small general shop and two restaurants,. Fresh baguettes, croissants and pastries are delivered straight from the oven to the basket on your  front door every day; free-range organic eggs from our own chickens and other  organic produce avilable

The nearest town, Uzès - France's oldest duchy - is about 15km south of Lussan and here can be found many cafes and open air restaurants as well as the famous Saturday market. The vibrant cities of Avignon, Nîmes and Orange, with their Roman sights and internationally-acclaimed music festivals are about 45 minutes drive. The spectacular Pont du Gard, a Unesco World Heritage site, is only 20 minutes drive away.

For wildlife enthusiasts the area abounds in unique habitats; the mas itself sits in 7 acres of of gorgeous gardens and unspoilt meadowland, alive with colourful butterflies attracted by the wild herbs typical of Provence, as well as rare bee orchids in the spring. Regular visitors also include kites, buzzards, eagles, vultures, wild boar and a host of other wildlife. The wild open spaces of the Camargue, famous for its white horses and pink flamingos, are about 75 minutes away.

Off season the area can be seen at its very best, with spring and autumn being particularly beautiful, and winter very short - cold but sunny. Extended off-season lets will appeal particularly to bird-watching enthusiasts, where the spring and autumn migrating periods are of particular interest. With an abundance of pure, clear Provencal light, the quieter off-season months will attract artists or anyone just wishing to experience the "real" France.

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

How To Get To Lussan in Provence Gard, South of France and the Riviera

Fly    Threre are airports at Avignon, Nimes, Marseille, and Montpellier - all within a  90 minute drive.   Ryanair, Easyjet, Flybe and BA all fly to these from most UK regional airports.  International flights to Paris, Lyon and Nice   all have easy connections by rail 

 

Train - take the Eurostar from London Waterloo to Lille, then change to the TGV direct to either Avignon or Nîmes ( direct on  Eurostar  London – Avignon in the summer).


Whichever way you travel, a car is essential. Best to make arrangements before you leave, but cars can be hired from all airports and TGV stations.

By car - Lussan is approximately 1,000 km from Calais and about 40 minutes from the Bollène exit of the A7. Full instructions and a map of the area will be sent to you on receipt of the booking deposit.

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

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Guest Reviews Of Le Mûrier

Kate Purcell
11/5/11

At the foot of an ancient hill village sits Mas de la Bousquette - a beautiful old stone French farmhouse looking out over fields of sunflowers up to the walled ramparts of Lussan. Here Tim and Pippa Forster have created two luxurious and very well appointed gites in one wing of their warm and inviting family home. The gites are very comfortably and tastefully furnished, equipped as well as a family home. The setting is delightful and the emphasis is very much on relaxation...there are shady corners everywhere around the mas or in the beautiful grounds where you can retreat, and a lovely swimming pool with sun beds when you want to soak up the sun. It is truly a sanctuary for all age groups.

Tim and Pippa are welcoming and thoughtful hosts entertaining guests to a delicious supper on their first night, baking bread every morning for lazy holiday breakfasts on the terrace, and are full of ideas for interesting places to visit in the immediate surrounding area. The major sites of Avignon, Pont du Gard, Nimes and Montpellier are also within easy reach. The gites should appeal to everyone from couples on a romantic getaway to families with young or older children. The whole mas is also perfect for larger gatherings. Our mixed age family group was enchanted and we will return.

5/5

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Facilities at Le Mûrier

Facility Details
TypeGîte, Country house (Self-catering)
Bedrooms 1 double
Spare beds 1
Bathrooms 1 bathroom(s)
Capacity 4
SuitabilityNon-smoking, Suitable for children, Unsuitable for wheelchair access
Linen High quality linen (including beach/pool towels) is provided without charge and changed weekly.
Changeover day Saturday
Facility Details
Internal facilities Board Games, CD player, Central heating (electric), Electric heaters, Fans in rooms, Hairdryer, Hi-fi system, Hot Tub, Wi-Fi Broadband Internet, MP3 Player, Owner on site, Radio
Kitchen facilities Cooker, Dishwasher, Fridge-Freezer, Ironing facilities, Microwave, Tumble dryer, Washing machine
Other

We believe in giving our guests nothing but the best. So with your comfort in mind you will find absolutely everything you need - exquisitely comfortable beds with luxuriously cool white cotton sheets, fluffy towels for bath and pool, ceiling fans and a high standard of equipment in the kitchen.
External features on site Barbecue, Garden, Scenic views, Swimming pool (shared use)
Other

 We have 7 acres of beautiful grounds, enclosed and safe for children. We have preserved 2 acres of meadow  as a nature reserve and this is heaven for children to romp in perhaps with our friendly dogs.

Our pool is safely enclosed in a walled garden, is heated and usually open from march to november.

There are bikes for you to use free of charge and miles of walks on our doorstep.

Pippa runs cookery courses for your children. Take a day off while they learn how to prepare supper for you! She will also do courses for adults.

Tim will take you on a tour of our local vinyards taking in some of the sights and lunch in a local restaurant.

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Availability at Le Mûrier

Changeover day: Saturday

Availability last updated on: - Monday, May 28, 2012

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Rates

Accommodation rental period Tariff
6 June 2012 - 30 June 2012 €1,040.00 per property per week
(£881 $1348)
1 July 2012 - 31 August 2012 €1,375.00 per property per week
(£1165 $1783)
1 September 2012 - 29 September 2012 €1,040.00 per property per week
(£881 $1348)
30 September 2012 - 31 October 2012 €860.00 per property per week
(£729 $1115)
1 November 2012 - 31 March 2013 €630.00 per property per week
(£534 $817)

Additional price information

  • All prices are per week, Saturday to Saturday.
  • We do not use this availability chart  as  we can often  meet your needs using one or other of our gites.
  • For the convenience of all guests it is requested that arrivals are after 16.00 and departures before 10.00.
  • Preferred method of payment - euro or sterling cheque or bank transfer.
  • Deposit - a deposit of 50% of the full rental period is required at the time of booking, 
    the balance to be paid in full a minimum of 4 weeks before arrival. No damage deposit required.
  • For July and August, only bookings for 2 weeks or more.
  • Discounted rate for taking both gîtes together for longer than two weeks.
  • £/€  300 security deposit is required
  • Special rates for long off-season lets.
  • Included in the Rental:  We are providing an exceptionally high standard of accommodation and service with everything included:
  • Heating by electricity
  • Use of heated swimming pool & leisure facilities
  • Use of dryer for laundry during wet weather
  • Bicycles, croquet and boules available without charge for guests' use
  • A welcome basket of essentials awaits guests' arrival
  • Guests are also invited to join us and our other guests for dîner à la provençal  the evening they arrive.
  • A cot, high chair and baby monitor are available if required at no additional cost.

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Pippa Forster

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Tel: + 33 (0)4 66 72 71 60

Languages spoken by owner English, French

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