Villa Magalas, Villa Rental near Beziers, Languedoc, Air-Con, Private pool and Walking distance to Village [HE084A]

South of France Villa in Magalas with Amazing Views, sleeps 8.

This Languedoc holiday villa is spacious, has full air-conditioning, Wi-Fi, private gated swimming pool, huge terraced garden of 3000m with a summer kitchen and an amazing wrap-around shaded terrace with simply fabulous views. Sleeps 8 comfortably.

The villa is located in a small residential road on the edge of the beautiful village of Magalas set amongst the Languedoc vineyards - just 10 minutes' drive to the colourful market town of Beziers and 25 minutes' drive to a variety of Mediterranean beaches; Serignan, Portiragnes, Valras and Cap d'Agde.

The villa is approx 15 minutes' walk into the centre of Magalas for local shops and restaurants. A great base for exploring this part of the South of France.

South of France Family Holiday Villa to sleep 8 fully air conditioned

This spacious South of France villa with 260m2 of living accommodation and its enclosed garden of 3000m2 is located on the outskirts of the village of Magalas which has all amenities and a good restaurant. Fully air-conditioned in the living area and all bedrooms.

The villa decor has Moroccan influences which are reflected in the 'hammam-style' master bathroom and on the fabulous wrap around covered terrace which offers comfortable 'sofas' to enjoy the Mediterranean evenings.

Accommodation

4 bedrooms - 3 with double beds and one twin (it may be possible to add an extra bed to one of the doubles and the twin).

Ground Floor

Open plan living/dining area of 53m2 with sofas, occasional chairs and a flat screen TV, the dining table.

From the living area there is one step up to the kitchen.

The kitchen has a large island and is fully equipped with American style fridge freezer, a double oven, 5 gas hob (in the island), a microwave, all usual kitchen equipment and a bread oven. There are views over the garden and pool area beyond, doors lead out to the terrace.

Utility/laundry room off the living area with washing machine and tumble dryer

On this floor are 3 bedrooms:

Bedroom 1 - double room with ensuite shower and wc
(It may be possible to add an extra bed in this room at a supplementary cost).

Bedroom 2 - 2 single beds - this room is accessed only via bedroom 1 or an exterior door to the side terrace and has no window. This would be suitable as a 'family suite/parents and children' as the occupants of this room must traverse bedroom 1 in order to use the bathroom.
(It may be possible to add an extra bed in this room at a supplementary cost).

Bedroom 1 and Bedroom 2 share a shower room and wc.

Bedroom 3 - double bed with adjacent shower room and wc
Doors open out directly on to the terrace with stunning views

First Floor

16 steps lead to the upstairs:

Bedroom 4 - is a large master bedroom suite of 60m2 with a double bed of 160cm and a hammam-style 'Moroccan' bathroom with a walk-in Venitian shower, large bath, 2 basins and a separate wc.

Doors lead out to a fabulous terrace ideal for breakfast and taking in views over the lower terrace, the garden, pool and the village of Magalas. 

The villa is located in a residential street on the outskirts of Magalas and has video entry security.

Nothing prepares you from the outside for the lovely open plan feel as you walk through the front door to see the long views across the garden to the Magalas rooftops.

This is a no smoking property

This South of France Family Holiday Villa is well equipped

Air-conditioning throughout - living area and all bedrooms

Kitchen - open plan with large island well kitted out with:

Fridge freezer
Double oven and 5 gas hob
Microwave
Dishwasher
Food processor
Electric kettle
Bread oven

Utility/laundry room with:
Washing machine
Tumble dryer
Ironing board and iron

Dining area - large table to seat 8-10

TV with Satellite channels and internet connection (programmes from the internet can be shown on the TV).

Wi-Fi

Cot and high chair available on request.

Small summer kitchen by the swimming pool

Charcoal BBQ on the terrace

Parking in the drive for 3 cars (please ensure you park your cars on the drive and not on the pavement outside the house as the road is narrow) and close the gate behind you.

Great villa for family holidays in the South of France

The 'piece de resistance' of the villa, which has a strong Moroccan influence with its emphasis on the 'inside-outside' living, is the wrap around terrace (86m2!) and the stunning views. Partially covered and partially in the sun, it has an alfresco dining area and a fabulous outside relaxation area with sofas and coffee tables.  

The terrace affords views over the green 'ravine' towards Magalas and the village church tower, and when the moon is up it is simply breathtaking. When you are standing at the front door, because the property is on a residential street, you are totally unaware of the huge landscaped garden that is hiding on the other side.

Private gated swimming pool of 9m x 4m with Roman steps for easy access. The approach to the pool is down a winding path from the villa - this means it is 'up hill' to come back!

There is a small summer kitchen next to the pool with a sink and some crockery, a small fridge and small charcoal BBQ. There is also a dining table with chairs for an alternative lunch or drinks arrangement.

Pool terrace with sunbeds and parasols

Poolside solar shower

Lovely large terraced garden with plenty of shady places to relax or even to dine plus a flat area for children to kick a ball around.

Garden and pool lights

Charcoal BBQ on the terrace

Parking in the drive for 3 cars (please ensure you park your cars on the drive and not on the pavement outside the house as the road is narrow) and close the gate behind you.

Washing line to side of the villa.

There is an ornamental pond in the lower garden which has a net cover for safety.

South of France Family Holiday Villa sleeping 8

The house is approx 900m from the picturesque old village centre of Magalas. It is a typical Mediterranean wine-producing village with several excellent wine domaines.

There is a colourful local market on a Wednesday, a pharmacy, doctor, post office, Tabac and a cafés/bar with Wi-Fi and 2 Pizza outlets.

Beziers approx 12km. The cathedral dominates this busy market town, rising majestically above the river Orb. The lively Feria in August lasts five days; bull-fighting, paellas, flamenco dancing, and partying in the streets until the early hours of the morning.

Golf St Thomas, Beziers: approx 19km.

The Canal du Midi has extensive shady tow-paths to walk or cycle along.

Mediterranean beaches approx 25 km. Valras, Serignan, Portiragnes Plage, Vendres, Vias and of course Cap d'Agde.

Parc Naturel du Haut Languedoc approx 20km.

North of Magalas are the mountains and rocky gorges of the Caroux mountains. Great canoeing on the river Orb.

Agde approx 25km. Old historic town and fishing port, founded by the Ancient Greeks. Nice market, excellent seafood restaurants.

Cap d'Agde approx 30km. 'Aqualand' (huge water-slides, etc.)
27-hole golf course.

Pezenas approx 20km. Lovely Renaissance town centre, with artisans workshops, and plenty of restaurants. Good food market Saturdays.

Narbonne approx 35km. Once the capital of Roman Gaul. Famous cathedral.

Montpellier approx 65km. Large university town, great shopping.

Carcassonne approx 100km. Largest fortified medieval town - UNESCO site.

Nimes approx 105km. Roman temple and arena.

Perpignan approx 110km Palace of kings of Mallorca.

For more information about this region, please refer to our Languedoc Regional Guide

ACCESS

For information on reaching Languedoc, please refer to our South France Travel Information Guide

Beziers - the airport is only approx 20km from Cap d'Agde.
(Ryanair from Bristol, Luton, Manchester, Edinburgh).

Carcassonne - (Ryanair to Stansted, East Midlands, Glasgow, Liverpool, Manchester, Cork and Dublin).

Montpellier (international flights worldwide). Flights to Gatwick and Luton via Easyjet, and to Leeds/Bradford on Ryanair.

Perpignan (Ryanair to Stansted, Flybe - Southampton).

Nimes (Ryanair to Luton and Liverpool).

Toulouse and Barcelona (Spain) also have international & transatlantic flights.

Gerona (Spain) Ryanair to various UK airports

South of France by Rail:
Beziers and Agde have railway stations with nearby car rental.
Paris to Montpellier is 4,10 hrs by TGV (Train Grande Vitesse).

South of France by Road:
746 km south of Paris (about 6 hours drive non-stop)
1030 km south of Calais (about 9 hours drive non-stop)

South of France Holiday Villa ideal for families

The house is within walking distance of the picturesque old village centre in Magalas.

It is a typical Mediterranean wine-producing village where you will find several excellent wineries, a baker, a café-bar/pizzeria, a post office, pharmacy and a small Spar type shop, plus:

Restaurants:
Le Bistro de la Galerie by the Church (Tues-Sat lunch and dinner)
Excalibur Bar that serves food
Don Papa Spanish Tapas 
Pizzas available at Excalibur and Loriyan Pizza by the Church

There is a local market on Wednesday morning

Tennis courts in the village

Supermarket - large Intermarche apprx 800m

Adjacent to the supermarket is a Butcher/Baker that is open 7 days a week in the Summer from 06.30-20.00 - even on Sunday! and a Restaurant next door. - Brasserie Monsieur Pierre.

Riding just outside village of Magalas - Ecurie du Sud

Golf at Beziers St Thomas 15 km approx

Bike hire - Magalas apprx 2km near the Post Office, Beziers 15km approx and Portiragnes Village 25km approx

Another eating place in Puissalicon apprx 4km - Pica Mandil a Tapas Bar with a Wine Tasting Cave - indoor and outdoor seating - Tuesday to Saturday from 09.30-23.00 - coffee, drinks, lunch and dinner and you can buy home made bread and vegetables! 

Chateau Serjac towards Puissalicon also has a Restaurant

Canoe hire 15km approx

Windsurf 28km approx

Sea 25 km approx - great beaches in Serignan, Valras, Vendres and Vias and of course Cap d'Agde.

River 10km approx - family canoe trip on the Orb river is a must!

Lac du Salagou 40km approx