House near Claret , Hérault

Tel. Garden furniture, BBQ, sun loungers, ping-pong, children's outdoor games.

Fridge, freezer, oven and hob, toaster, coffee maker, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine, vacuum cleaner, iron.

The regional capital of Montpellier is deeply rooted in its history yet remains very modern. - The Place de la Comédie Montpellier’s central square. Also known as l’Oeuf (the Egg) because of its original oval shape, it is one of the largest pedestrianised areas in Europe. Many cafés, restaurants and shops make this square the heart of the city. - Faculty of Medecine Montpellier was only two centuries old in 1180, when Lord Guilhem VIII signed a surprising and far-reaching edict. He declared that anyone, regardless of religion or background, could teach medicine in Montpellier. The Peyrou -the royal square- The Peyrou esplanade is worth a visit, with its panoramic view, towering statue of Louis XIV, Arc de Triomphe, water tower, and the ancient arches of a Roman aqueduct, Les Arceaux. The Botanical Garden - An oasis of peace for poets, an island of greenery 
for Montpellier, the Jardin des Plantes is the oldest in France. Around Montpellier : The Camargue The famous wetland region of flamingos, bulls and white horses. Nîmes The Roman heritage. Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert The beautiful village on the route to Saint Jacques de Compostelle at the edge of the Gorges de l'Hérault. Viaduct de Millau The longest and tallest bridge in Europe and one of the largest in the world, with piers 342 metres apart! Sète The fascinating birthplace of Brassens and Paul Valéry,famous poets, situated between the sea and the Thau lagoon, famous for its oyster farms. Carcassonne One of the most beautiful medieval settings in Europe. Les Pyrenees Between Spain, Andorra and Ariège stand the Pyrenees, as beautiful in winter as in summer.

The house is situated on a 32 acre estate, 5 km from the village of Claret and the nearest shops and 30 km from the regional capital of Montpellier.

The village of Claret and its 1000 inhabitants benefit from an unspoilt environment of Mediterranean vegetation known as 'garrigues', pines, thyme and rosemary that make this part of the world one of the wildest in the region.

The Mediterranean sandy beaches are 30 km from the property.

Detached stone built property on one level located on a 16th century estate, 10 minutes from the village and the nearest shops, in the Hérault dpartment.

The house has 3 bedrooms to sleep 6, with 2 single beds and 2 double beds, a well equipped open plan kitchen and 1 bathroom.

The 36 m2 dining/living area with its fireplace is full of character and atmosphere.

The house has a telephone.

The huge 130 000 m2 park with garden furniture, BBQ, sun lounger, ping-pong, children's outdoor games and the shared swimming pool make this location a great place for calm holidays yet is only half an hour from the city or the Mediterranean beaches.

Shared solar heated swimming pool 7m x 13m.
Bar and enclosed poolside terrace.

Private parking.