Gîte in New Complex with Shared Pool

Les Bastides d'Uzes details

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Les Bastides d'Uzes is a new residence complex, built in typical Provencal style and situated on the outskirts of the delightful medieval hill town of Uzes. The residence is set in landscaped gardens with a shared pool. It is within an easy ten minutes walk of the centre of Uzes along a quiet lane bordered by villas and fields with views of the Gorge d'Alzon and the Tour Fenestrelle.

External features on site

• Barbecue
• Garden
• Scenic views
• Swimming pool (shared use)

Accommodation detail

Entrance to the complex is via a remote controlled security gate and there is a designated parking space for each property.

The pool is open from mid May to the end of September. Very young children will need to be supervised as there is no shallow ‘paddling’ end.

Ground floor open plan comprising:

• Kitchenette - well equipped with sink, worktop, cupboards, fridge, 4 ring electric hob, microwave oven, coffee maker.  Full set of cooking utensils, cutlery, crockery, and a butcher’s block for BBQs outside.
• Dining area - table and four chairs + two stools to enable 6 person setting.
• Lounge area - double sofa bed, two easy chairs, footstool, pine dresser (housing games and information on the area), bookcase, radio/cassette/CD player. TV and DVD.
• Toilet - with wash hand basin.
• Laundry room - with washing machine.

First floor

• Master bedroom – double bed, bedside units, chest of drawers and built in wardrobe
• Second bedroom – twin beds, chest of drawers and hanging rail
• Bathroom – bath with overhead shower unit

External

The property has a patio area for sitting out, large gravelled area with table and chairs, loungers and a garden area planted with local shrubs and flowers.

 

About the location

Uzes is in the heart of the beautiful department of Gard in the Languedoc region.  Within easy reach, for a day's outing are the Gorges of the Ardeche and the Cevennes mountains to the north and the Pont du Gard, Orange, Avignon, Camargue and Mediterranean beaches to the south.  The countryside around Uzes, the Uzege, is a varied mixture of herb scented garrigue interspersed with almond and olive groves, fruit orchards and vineyards.

There are many opportunities to taste the local wines at small privately owned caves and larger village co-operatives.

A wide range of cuisine is available including, India, Chinese, Italian, Creperies, Pizzerias, Tapas bars as well as typical French restaurants. There are large Carrefour and Intermarche hypermarkets on the outside of town as well as a good selection of smaller supermarkets in Uzes itself.
Boulangeries, for bread, croissants and cakes are abundant throughout the town: the nearest being five minutes from the gite.

Uzes itself has been designated one of the most important small medieval towns in France and the pedestrianized centre is a conservation area. With its towers, Cathedral and Duchy (castle) Uzes stands out proudly from the surrounding countryside. 
It is a bustling market town, (markets being held on Wednesdays and Saturdays) with local life going on all year round. The Saturday market in the Place aux Herbes is a must for every visitor as it is the biggest in the area. Throughout the season there are countless festivals and exhibitions in the town.

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

Activities near by

Bird Watching, Canoeing, Ceramics, Cycling, French tuition, Golf, Gourmet dining, Hiking, Horse riding, Kayaking, Rambling, Riverside activities, Rock climbing, Shopping, Sightseeing, Swimming, Tennis, Walking, Wine tasting, Wine touring

See Activities and attractions for more information on nearby activities and places of interest.

How to get here

Distances:

• Calais 1000 km
• Nimes 23 km
• Avignon 35 km

Flights are available from Luton, Liverpool and East Midlands to Nimes with Ryanair. Car rental is available at the airport.

There is also good public transport going to Nimes and then through to Uzes.

Flights are also available to Montpellier which is only a short distance away.

A map and directions for whichever method of travel can be supplied if required.

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