Mas Lucienne, Authentic South of France Holiday Gite, Beziers, Heated Pool and Air-Con [HE039B]

Traditional South of France holiday villa to sleep 10 in 5 bedrooms, on a Languedoc Domaine.

Friday arrival day, flexible off season

This lovely stone building has been renovated by the owner to provide comfortable self-catering accommodation, 1.5km from the traditional Languedoc village of Puimisson, near to Beziers and just 25 minutes from the beaches. This holiday home is perfect for a family break in the South of France.

The house has an authentic French style with a Provencal influence. The accommodation is on different levels with quirky mezzanine floors, great for older children to explore, the 5 bedrooms are spread around the property so great if you wish to be away from the snorers in the family! This house is perfect for families with adolescent children who want to have a 'dorm' in one of the mezannines.  

An industrial strength air-conditioning unit (programmed by the owner) cools the house in the evening and morning.

The heated above ground pool (6m x 5.5m) is gated and secure.

There is a sister property  Gite Lucienne HE039A  also on the domaine.

Extra accomodation can be provided for 2 people in the recently renovated tower, "la Follie" which will also have a hot -tun on the roof terrace! contact us for prices (La Follie can only be rented with this villa)

We have worked with this owner for over 14 years and know the domaine and owner very well so please do ask any questions.

Traditional South of France Holiday Villa to sleep 10

This French holiday home has been traditionally renovated with love and care. The accommodation is on various levels with quirky mezzanine floors, accessed by open wooden staircases (Sturdy, but not suitable for the very young or old, hand rails planned).

External stairs lead up to the entrance of the holiday property.

First floor
The huge open plan living area has a real country feel, many original features have been restored, Provencal furniture along with antiques highlight decor and a large modern sofa is the focal point.

The kitchen area has a large traditional dining table, a gas "piano" style cooker, dishwasher and fridge freezer.

The living area and kitchen open out on to a long balcony which runs the length of the house, offering spectacular views over the vineyards and South of France villages beyond. The perfect place for a French breakfast of coffee and a croissant.

Also on this level are 3 bedrooms.

1 bedroom has 2 x single beds (80cm x 200cm)
2 bedrooms are doubles 1 x 140cm x 190cm and 1 x 160cm x 200cm

The 2 bathrooms can also be found on this level:-

1 bathroom with corner Jacuzzi bath and an antique stone sink
1 shower room with a walk-in shower
2 independent wc's.

At the other end of the first floor, there is a "snug" with a table and chairs for 4. A great place to escape to and read your book or just take 5 minutes.

There is also a second kitchen which is not in full use, but there is a small fridge and a kettle to make a cup of tea for guests staying in 'the left wing'.

An open wooden staircase (hand rails to be fitted) leads from the snug to a mezzanine floor.

Mezzanine Accommodation

This Mezzanine is huge and covers the whole width of the house, there is a large double bed (160cm x 200cm)and 2 single beds of 90cm x 200cm.

A second Mezzanine can be accessed from the lounge area again by an open wooden staircase (hand rails to be fitted). Here there is a double bed (140cm x 190cm) and 2 single beds of 90cm x 200cm. Curtains will be added for privacy.

Part of the house is equipped with an industrial air-conditioning unit, which is programmed by the owner to cool the house in the evening and morning.

Dishwasher
Fridge/Freezer
Oven
Microwave
Electric kettle
Toaster
Iron
Washing machine (in the Games area)

TV
Wi-Fi

Garden furniture

Partially Air-Conditioned (No extra charge)

Heated pool (No extra charge)

Table football

Bicycles (available for rent by the owner)

Car Parking - shaded parking for cars 

This Languedoc Roussillon holiday Mas has its own private entrance with electric gates.

There are terraces on different levels and a courtyard, and you can relax on one of the sun-loungers, snooze in the shade on a day bed or take a dip in the pool.

Dine alfresco as there is a gas BBQ and an outside dining area.

The heated pool (no extra charge) is very secure for young children as it is raised above the ground and surrounded by a fence. It measures 6m x 5.5m, one could say it is almost like a large Jacuzzi without the jets!

Just outside the domaine you will find acres of vineyards, visit in September to see the harvest taking place.

Gite Lucienne HE039A is situated on the same domaine, however it has its own entrance and is separated by a large 2m fence.

The Domaine's owner runs an agricultural plant hire business on the other side of the Domaine (not visible from the house) there is a 'showroom' also within its enclosed walled space, so as not to affect the rental part in any way.

The Owner lives in a mobile home behind the domaine and is separate from the domaine. 

We have worked with the owner for over 14 years and he is very discreet, he can however help you with wine tasting, recommend restaurants and places to visit.

The Domaine is situated about 1.5km from Puimisson, a typical South of France wine-producing village with several excellent wineries, a baker, tobacconist, café-bar and post office.

The owner can organise, wine tasting, grape and olive picking on the domaine and guided walks in the surrounding countryside. There are also local antiques for sale at the domaine.

Beziers apprx 10km. 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.

South of France beaches apprx 20km.

Parc Naturel du Haut Languedoc apprx 20km north of Thezan are the mountains and rocky gorges of the Caroux mountains. 
Great canoeing on the river Orb. 

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

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

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

Montpellier apprx 75km. Capital of Languedoc

Carcassonne apprx 100km. Largest fortified medieval town.

Nimes apprx 105km. Roman temple and arena. 

Perpignan apprx 110km Palace of kings of Mallorca.

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

ACCESS

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

International airports are at:

Beziers - the airport is about 15km from this holiday villa.
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, Ryanair to Leeds/Bradford.

Perpignan (Ryanair to Stansted, Birmingham, Flybe - Southampton.).

Nimes (Ryanair to Stansted, Luton, East Midlands and Liverpool).

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

Girona (Spain) Ryanair to various UK destinations

Sourf of France by Rail:
Beziers has a railway station with nearby car rental.

Locally to this South France holiday property you will find:-

Puimisson village 1.5km apprx
Baker 
Newsagent/Tabac 
Cafe/bar
Fish Van on Thursday morning in the square

Pizza Van (pizza sup herb) on a wednesday evening, order from 1800h

Magalas 4km apprx
Supermarkets - Intermarche, Aldi
Adjacent to the supermarket is a Butcher/Baker along with a cafe that is open 7 days a week in the Summer from 0700-1930h - even on Sunday!

Centre of Magalas 4km apprx
Pharmacy 
Restaurants - Le Bistro de la Galerie (Tues-Sat), Excalibur- cafe/bar
that serves food/takeaway Pizza and a second pizza/bar
Bakers
Small Spar type shop

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 0930-2300 - coffee, drinks, lunch and dinner and you can buy home made bread!

Golf 20km apprx
Riding 6km apprx
Tennis courts 7km apprx
Canoe hire 10km apprx

Beaches: 
Sea 20km apprx
River 8km apprx
Lake 45km apprx

Other local places/activities, of interest:
Natural parc of the Languedoc
Aqualand at Cap d'Agde 
Beziers Cathedral
Narbonne
Medieval City of Carcassonne

The Owner can arrange Wine Tastings and Olive Oil Tastings on requested (supplementary charge).