La Ruche, Le Vigan near Nimes and Montpellier - Sleeps 2-3
An old stone cottage is a picturesque riverside hamlet, recently converted by its architect owner. Attractively furnished with many local antique pieces and fully equipped for 2-3 people.
The Market town of Le Vigan is 6km and Nimes and Montpellier are approximately 50kms.
Self catering holiday accommodation
Ground floor
Living room with open fire place and log burning stove, large dining table and sofa bed.
French doors open directly onto a large terrace running the length of the house which has an outdoor dining table and 4 chairs. The kitchen is all electric, with hob, small oven/grill and refridgerator.
First floor
Bedroom with 4ft double bed and single bed. New bathroom with bath and shower.
The local area
The local market town, Le Vigan is 6km away. It has two supermarkets, and a good range of smaller shops. It has a Saturday market which is worth a visit for local produce such as goats cheese, honey, herbs, sweet chestnut products, as well as local crafts. Local restaurants are not Michelin four star but have good country food.
Nimes and Montpellier are approximately 50km away, thriving with sophisticated centres and worth a visit to admire carefully restored historic quarters and a variety of new buildings and urban design.
This is an area of unspoilt old-fashioned countryside with fasinating history. Part of the National Park of Cevennes it is marvellous country for walking, cycling, river bathing and canoeing. The variety of wild flowers and mushrooms is extraordinary.
Most of the nearby villages are built in local stone dating back to medieval times. There are some notable Romanesque churches.
Galary is a small hamlet by the river Coudoulous, in a valley full of apple orchards. Normally very quiet but busier in July and August as it is a popular area for people of Montpeilier and Nimes to come and enjoy the 'Mountain air' (1,400 ft above sea level).
Getting there
The nearest airport is Nimes
Ryan Air via Stansted, is very good value.
or
Montpellier BA via Gatwick or Ryan Air via Stansted. Approximately 1hr 45 drive.
or
Marseilles BA or Ryan Air. Approximately 2hr 30 drive.
Trains to Nimes or Montpellier (TGV) or car on train service to Avignon.
Infrequent bus services to Le Vigan from Montpellier or Nimes.
Prices
Peak Season
July, August, plus Easter and May Bank Holiday - £290 per week
29 April to 1 July and 1 September to 5 November - £260 per week
April and 5 November onwards - £230 per week
Low Season for short let
December to April £160 per week (plus heating bills).
No children under 10 (very steep slope from the terrace).
No pets.
All prices include electricity, water rates, use of phone for local calls, logs (except low season).
The house will be cleaned before and after your visit.
Linen and towels can be provided at an extra charge of £10 per week.
My French house keeper lives nearby and is available to advise you if there are any problems.
£100 deposit is required with a firm booking. Full price of stay to be sent 4 weeks before departure, plus a £150 deposit against loss or breakages.
