Charming converted 17 century silk factory cottage located in a peaceful little hamlet 15 minutes from Uzes.
Beautifully furnished with a simple modern touch, the house has 3 bedrooms (2 in the eves with low beams), a modern bathroom with walk in wet-room shower, fully fitted kitchen with dishwasher, washing machine, oven and hob, fridge and microwave.
The vaulted sitting room has a double futon bed and a contemporary design woodburning stove, TV, DVD, CD and full central heating.
Location
Situated in the Gard-Languedoc Roussillion region in the South East of France, to the West of the Rhone. With easy access from the A7, the cities of Avignon and Nimes are not far away.
The 12th Century medieval town of Uzes with its fine Chateau, Fenestral tower and fortress buildings is a delightful place to visit. There are numerous restaurants, bars, stylish shops and a huge Sunday market that radiates from the central Place au Herbes throughout the alleyways and the little lanes of the town centre.
Explore the valleys and gorges of the Ardeche to the north, the vineyards of the Cotes du Rhone and the world famous Chateauneuf du Pape to the east, the Cevennes mountains to the west and to the south, the rich wildlife of the Camargue, with its bulls, white horses, flamingos and long sandy beaches.
Activities
There are literally thousands of days out in the region to keep you entertained. Here are some of our highlights.
Grottes de Trabuc caves
Languedoc-Rousillion is honeycombed with caves and caverns, forming one of the richest areas of subterranean landscape in France. About 15 of them are open to the public. They contain extraordinary shapes, stunning colours, narrow passages and vast chambers.... and some surprising images that seem to be sculpted from rock, such as the hundred thousand soldiers of the Grotte de Trabuc, or the Medusa's head in the Grotte de Clamousse. In these mineral kingdoms, lakes and rivers sometimes appear.
Bouscarasse Childrens Water Park
This theme park, situated in the Bouscarasse Forest is open to the public from June to September. Swimming Pool, tube slides and lazy rivers as well as waterways, make this a good place to relax and have fun.
Nimes
2000 years old with numerous landmarks including the oval shaped amphitheatre and the famous Pont du Gard are mixed with the modern influences such as Norman Foster's glass vessel. Nimes is famous for the Camargue, bullfighting, textiles (denim originated here), gastronomy and shopping.
Local Markets
Famous throughout Provence, Uzes Saturday market is held in the Place du Herbes. Enjoy some fresh oysters bought to your table at a cafe from the stall across the road and washed down with a bottle of local white or rose wine. But ladies beware of the Brebi Cheese seller - you have been warned!
Golf
Golf Club d'Uzes, the 18 hole golf course is situated between the Camargue and the Cevennes, two steps away from the cities of Nimes and Avignon. From the imposing Gard Bridge, you will enjoy the beauty of Uzes with ts "Place aux Herbes", "Duchy" and "Tour Fenestrelle".
Ardeche River
Discovery of the Ardeche river, and initiation in to canoeing or kayaking from Salavas bridge to Chames, going under the Pont d'Arc archway.
Avignon
Home to the biggest Gothic Palace in the world, numerous art galleries, luxury shopping and many restaurants and bars. Famous for its festival 6-27 July. A show case of French and foreign contemporary drama and dance creations and stage productions, performing about 40 productions each year to an ever growing audience.
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