Les Romarins - private pool and 3 bedrooms

Aniane has the usual selection of shops, bars and restaurants, all within walking distance. The Mediterranean coast is 40 mins to the south, whilst a short drive to the north will take you up into the hills and mountains of the “Causses” and the Cévennes. The vineyards and villages of the Hérault valley lie to the east and Montpellier is 30 mins away.


The Languedoc has an amazing diversity of scenery, activities and tourist sites all located in the sunniest area of France . It is also the one that produces the most wine! There are abundant holiday activities available - golf, tennis, cycle hire, riding, walking, fishing, swimming, and canoeing. For the less energetic, you can simply enjoy the views, the local cuisine (including excellent local seafood) and the wines of the area.

The villa is situated in a village in the fertile Hérault valley where vines and olive groves proliferate. It is ideally located to provide a relaxing holiday base and is within easy driving distance of the coast, local towns and activities.

Aniane is a small town (pop 1750) located in a picturesque area amongst the vineyards of the Coteaux du Languedoc and is a short distance from the foothills of the Cévennes and the “Causses” – limestone hills and plateaux that rise up to 700-800 metres. It has the usual selection of bakers’, small shops, Post Office and bars – most offering good value meals. There is also a produce market on Thursdays. Gignac (5 mins away), is the local tourist and commercial centre. It has a wider range of shops and restaurants, a supermarket and a wonderful Saturday market.

Anaine is only 5 mins from the “Pont de Diable” (the oldest mediaeval bridge in France) where the river has cut a spectacular gorge through the hills – Gorges de L’ Hérault . Along the gorge is the picturesque village of St Guilhem-le-Desert.

The capital of the Languedoc – Montpellier- is 30 mins away and the Mediterranean coast about 40 mins.


The Hérault Valley

Pleasant and leisurely days can be spent meandering through the vineyards, towns and villages, visiting the street markets, wine tasting and enjoying the local hospitality.

The Mediterranean coast and its beaches lies a short distance to the south. The lively and fashionable resorts of Sète and Cap d’Agde are linked by a long causeway with lovely sandy beaches on the seaward side. Inland is the Bassin de Thau – a large inland “sea” with a thriving shellfish industry. The lake is ringed by villages and towns selling the local produce and full of “fruits de mer” restaurants.

In the opposite direction, the hills and mountains of the Languedoc rise up from the Mediterranean plain. Here, where the weather is cooler, the scenery and communities are in sharp contrast to the coast.

Lac Salagou is a beautiful inland lake and provides a host of water sports and recreational activities.

Montpellier is the vibrant capital of the Languedoc. It has an interesting old quarter and a striking centre of modern buildings. It is easily reached by a modern “Tramway”.



Further afield is the stunning mediaeval city of Carcassonne, and the castles of the Cathars in the Pyrenees’ foothills. To the east are the Roman cities of Nîmes and Arles, the famous Pont du Gard viaduct and the open spaces of the Carmargue.

Les Romarins is a modern two-storey villa, situated on the edge of the small town of Aniane and facing parkland and woods. The villa is light, spacious and very comfortably furnished. The large lounge and dining area opens onto a south-facing terrace and pool area which enjoy sun virtually all day long. WiFi access.

Downstairs:
• Lounge - comfortable leather settees, TV- UK satellite ,DVD, video and hi-fi - radio/CDs/MP3 players. This is a very light and sunny room, opening via two large sliding double doors (with electric shutters) onto the terrace and pool area.
• Dining area – dining table and chairs that will comfortably seat six people.
• Kitchen – a modern “cuisine américaine” –large fridge, eye-level oven/grill, dishwasher, overhead extractor and electric hob.
• Study - patio doors onto the terrace, armchairs, desk, bookcase and hi-fi unit.
• Main double bedroom – double bed, large fitted storage cupboards and TV (UK satellite channels). En-suite bathroom (WC, basin, large shower).
• Separate toilet
• Storage area with fridge &freezer. Door to..
• Garage with utility area and washing machine.

Upstairs:
• Two good-sized double bedrooms – one with double bed, the other with two single beds.
• Bathroom with bath/shower and basin. Towels provided.
• Separate toilet.

The villa is completely equipped with all necessary items to ensure a comfortable holiday including hairdryer, ironing board, iron etc. There is a large library of books plus DVDs and videos. Folders including house information and appliance instruction manuals are available.

• Private pool - surrounded by a large tiled patio area and enjoys sun virtually all day long. The pool is available from early May to October and is serviced weekly by a pool contractor. Beach and pool towels not provided.

• Garden furniture —loungers, parasols, etc are provided to allow you to make the most of the Mediterranean sun!

• BBQ – large brick barbeque.

• Extendable, electrically-operated sun shade .

• Shaded terrace - runs along the side of the villa with access from the lounge and study. It has its own table and chairs and most meals are taken here in the summer.

• Garden -An area of fruit trees and shrubs surround the rear and one side of the villa. The front and other side are gravelled with ample parking for cars. There is private access via double opening gates and the property is entirely fenced.

What previous guests have said about "Les Romarins"...

"We had a wonderful holiday. The weather was superb and the villa perfect in every way. We were all very reluctant to come home!" - Mrs D Hannington

"We had an excellent stay in your lovely villa. Everything was just right, even the weather." - Mr A Harding

"We had a wonderful time there, the villa was delightful - a real home from home, only with sun! The facilities were excellent. “ - Mrs S Senior

• Downstairs:
• • Lounge - comfortable leather settees, TV- UK satellite ,DVD, video and hi-fi - radio/CDs/MP3 players.
• • Dining area – dining table and chairs that will comfortably seat six people.
• • Kitchen – fridge, eye-level oven/grill, dishwasher, overhead extractor and electric hob.
• • Study - patio doors onto the terrace, armchairs, desk, bookcase and hi-fi unit.
• • Main double bedroom – double bed, large fitted storage cupboards and TV (UK satellite channels). En-suite bathroom (WC, basin, large shower).
• • Separate toilet
• • Storage area with fridge &freezer.
• • Garage with utility area and washing machine.
• Upstairs:
• • Two good-sized double bedrooms – one with double bed, the other with two single beds.
• • Bathroom with bath/shower and basin.
• • Separate toilet.