MAISON DU MIDI
Lezignan
Languedoc Roussillon
France
4 bedrooms
Sleeps 10 people
Pets NOT accepted
- NO disabled access
PROPERTY DETAILS
Paraza is a unique village in the Aude department of the Languedoc, lies on the Canal du Midi with a back drop of the black mountains behind. To the north the hills rise to meet the densely wooded Parc National Haut Languedoc; to the south the open garrigue descends to the vine-covered plains around Narbonne (15 mins), with the Mediterranean a further 10 minutes from Narbonne.The area is renowned for its wildlife, birds, innumerable varieties of butterflies and of course, Bird Watching, Cycling, Drawing and painting, Golf, Gourmet dining, Hiking, Mountain biking, Rambling, Rock climbing, Sightseeing, Swimming, Walking, Wine tasting, Wine touring.
Minerve - A few miles away and a major tourist attraction with its history of the burning of the Cathar Castles. The Cathars were the locals who rebelled against the ethics of Rome and the Pope. The Pope sent out Simon de Montforte on his Crusades against the Cathars (who built many Castles to protect themselves). Minerve was the scene of burning of the Cathars during a major seige. You are in Cathar Country.
Beaches - 10 minutes from Narbonne is Gruissan my favourite beach village with three beaches and the scene of the film ' Betty Blue'.
Etangs - Along the coast there are lakes that are a sanctuary for birds and boating enthusiasts. Look for the pink flamingoes.
For walkers and hikers Stunning views of the hills as well as the Pyrenees from the top of the hills.
Shopping - CARREFOUR shopping complex in Narbonne and markets everywhere in the local villages - one for every day of the week.
Wine and Olive Tasting - Everywhere!!!
Tourist Train - From Bize Minervois into Narbonne and return - a good day out without the car.
Canal du Midi - Monsieur Riquet's wonderful construction running from the Mediterranean to the Atlantic. Le Somail is 10 mins from Paraza and here you can hire boats, cycle or walk the tree-lined Canal. Boating on the canal.
Maison du Midi is a delightful and spacious property set on the edge of the sleepy village of Paraza just minutes from the town of Lezignan and just a few miles from the larger towns of Narbonne and Carcassonne and the historic village of Minerve. Centrally located for everything you need. The house has been totally refurburbished and will be ready for rental in July 2008.
Spacious village house with stunning views of the countryside and facing the Canal du Midi.
The tranquillity of the Canal du Midi will greet you every morning from your covered terrace.The village has three chateaux producing great deep red wines.You have an uninterrupted view of the vineyards and the Pyrenesse mountains beyond.
Enter via the hall way and straight ahead you will find:
The living room incorporates an American style kitchen and dining area and is open plan. Cooking and water heating are by electric and heating is by a new oil fired boiler which is in the cellar.
The downstairs guest room with it’s own shower room with toilet with door to cellar and workshop.
First floor
Bedroom 2: room for a double bed and storage
Bedroom 3 room for single bed and storage (access to the master bedroom is through this area
Family Bath room with bath WC and washbasin.
Bedroom 4 - Master bedroom with it’s own WC and basin
Second Floor
Terrace room with kitchenette and the most fabulous views you will ever see in the region and separate area for further guest bedroom. 5th bedroom area (if required)
By air: Ryanair offer discounted flights to Carcassonne, Montpelier, Nimes, Girona and Perpignan from many UK airports.
BA go to Toulouse from Birmingham and Montpelier from London Gatwick and Heathrow. BMI BABY go from East Midland and Birmingham to Toulouse. Flybe have just started up and have new routes to Perpignan and Gerona.
By train: Many of our clients travel to Narbonne station. They travel on the TGV or on the sleeper.
By car: The fastest route is ten hours from Calais.
TV, Microwave, Fridge/freezer, Washing machine, Iron/ironing board, Central heating
live availability
night specials
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