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Country house set in a rural location with terraced gardens and stunning pool

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Main House entrance
Main House - upstairs lounge windows and ground floor lounge
Entrance doors to hallway
Outside dining area and doors through to kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6160 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Aubaygues, St. Etienne de Gourgas, Occitanie
  • Lake Salagou
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Saint-Michel de Grandmont Priory
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Cirque de Navacelles
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Béziers (BZR-Cap d'Agde)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Country house set in a rural location with terraced gardens and stunning pool

The stone house is built into the hillside so cool in summer and warm in winter. It is set in tranquil, shaded terraced gardens leading down to a sun-filled pool area. Comfortable sleeps 6 with two lounges. Dining area inside and large shaded dining area on the patio. Access from the back of the house into Foret de Partlatges and many hiking / biking trails nearby. So much to do in the area such as kayaking at Gorge du Tarn, beaches 45 minutes away, cultural centres of Montpellier, wine tasting in Montpeyroux, St Guilleme le Desert, Mont Ventoux and even trip to Barcelona just 3 hours away.

Property manager

Ian Birks

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Gym

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Saint-Etienne-de-Gourgas

Located in Saint-Etienne-de-Gourgas, this holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Salagou and Haut-Languedoc Regional Nature Park, while Musée de Lodeve and Museum of Village d'Antan are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with rafting and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking.
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Aubaygues, St. Etienne de Gourgas, Occitanie

What's nearby

  • Lodeve Cathedral - 10 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Lake Salagou - 15 min drive - 17.7 km
  • Saint-Michel de Grandmont Priory - 17 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Cirque de Navacelles - 29 min drive - 26.6 km
  • St-Guilhem-le-Desert Abbey Church - 33 min drive - 42.3 km

Getting around

  • Lunas Station - 35 min drive
  • Béziers (BZR-Cap d'Agde) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Petite Fringale - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Hôtel de la Paix - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Entre Terre et Mer - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Cafe du Parc - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Epicerie Fleury - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Country house set in a rural location with terraced gardens and stunning pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Country house set in a rural location with terraced gardens and stunning pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Country house set in a rural location with terraced gardens and stunning pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Where is Country house set in a rural location with terraced gardens and stunning pool located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Lodevois & Larzac Tourism Office, Monument aux Morts and Arles Way. Episcopal Palace and Lodeve Cathedral are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Fiona J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic
This is our second stay at the villa and we came back for a reason. The property is great to come together as a family to cook, play some uno and share some great meals in front of the fire. But then people can spread out for their downtime to play pool or get stuck into a good book in a comfy chair. The views from the house can be enjoyed from almost every window and the patio is a great space to take in the quiet of the morning or to enjoy a cocktail in the early evening. Ian & Siobhan are great and provide all necessary info and are quick to respond. We would definitely recommend the property to family & friends and hope to be back again for future holidays!
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

charles D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Juste parfait !
Rustique, charmant, romantique, chaque recoin joliment décoré pour une ambiance cosy, et le tout bien équipé ! Dans ce gîte, on se sent comme chez soi, tout est à disposition, du barbecue aux tongues, aux palmes, aux bougies, et jusqu'à la crème solaire ! La terrasse et la piscine sont aussi très agréables. Le seul inconvénient propre à la région : les moustiques (prévoir lotion pour la peau et tortillons pour la terrasse). Félicitations et merci aux propriétaires pour ce lieu plein de charme et idéal pour de belles vacances !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Nicola H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic pool great area
The pool is definitely the selling point for this house.. it was used everyday and was so nice to have it to ourselves! We had a few issues on arriving but these were sorted very quickly, the house was lovely and cool after a hot day by the pool
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

René S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great!
Eine der schönsten Unterkünfte die ich je besucht habe. Sehr viel Platz und eine sehr ruhige Lage. Die Kommunikation mit Ian war hervorragend.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

sophie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacances en famille
Très belle maison avec beaucoup de caractère et un jardin magnifique. Bien située pour visiter la région et arpenter les nombreux chemins de randonnée. Le temps n’était pas propice aux baignades dans la piscine mais nous avons profité de ses abords idéalement ensoleillés l’après midi. Ping pong et billard à disposition. Beaucoup d’espace pour partager jeux , discussions et repas !
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Laurent D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Saint-Étienne-de-Gourgas
Agréable séjour dans cette spacieuse maison. Très bien équipée. Région magnifique offrant de multiples possibilités de balades. Place de parking peu pratique.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Again Wonderful
We have been again in this wunderful house. Thanks a lot to Ian and Siobhan.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

eliane r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
une maison pleine de charme
maison très agréable et très personnaliffsée qui en dit beaucoup sur ses propriétaires.A chaque séjour nous découvrons de nouvelles commodités comme le lave vaiselle et le micro-onde.C'est pour moi une source d'inspiration... et encore merci pour votre offre de prolongation bonne soirée et peut-être à une autre fois
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sehr erholsame zwei Wochen
Es hat alles gut gepasst! Vielen Dank!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Patrick C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Vacances au calme
Nous avons séjourné dans une maison atypique joliment décorée avec des coins et des recoins. Un super jardin arboré, en suivant le chemin au fond de celui-ci une piscine pour se rafraichir. Nous avons passé une semaine de déconnection totale, au calme entre ballade, apéro et piscine.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just the best.
Wow, Even better than the discription, this is a very quiet area. Beautiful. What else can I say.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meike F., Kiel, Deutschland

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Zwei wunderschöne Wochen!
Wir hatten eine tolle Zeit in diesem speziellen Haus. Ich liebe spezielle Häuser! Der Pool ist großartig, das Grundstück ist toll! Die Informationen des Vermieters zum Haus und zu möglichen Unternehmungen sind super. Auch Fragen zwischendurch wurden sehr schnell beantwortet. Das Preis-Leistungsverhältnis ist sehr gut!! Wir haben uns richtig wohl gefühlt, vielen Dank!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Eine paradisische Entdeckung!
Dieses Landhaus ist ein einziger Traum! Ruhig gelegen in unmittelbarer Nähe landschaftlich beeindruckender Naturparks des Languedocs, der Küste und Montpelliers bietet es den idealen Ausgangspunkt für zahlreiche Ausflüge. Die gepflegten, sorgsam bepflanzten Terrassengärten, die immer wieder neue Panoramen auf die Umgebung eröffnen, halten als Highlight einen riesigen, idyllisch gelegenen Swimmingpool mit moderner Salzfilteranlage bereit. Großzügige Gastgeber, die vorher viele hilfreiche Informationen zur Verfügung stellen und jederzeit per Mail erreichbar sind.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Dirk D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice House...great region!
Charmeful house....nice pool!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Namid S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay in rural French villa
We had a great stay at Ian’s property. The location is fantastic with lots of things to do. There was a storm one night that caused power to go off in the area but Ian's contact in the area was really helpful and provided us with a cool box to chill our food. Would definitely recommend staying. Thanks for a great week
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cycling trip
A very comfortable week - Lovely property & the bonus of ring able to cycle into the National park & up into the hills from the house without using a vehicle was fantastic. Some great cycling routes.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julien B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful country house for a peaceful stay
Everything we needed was in the house. We wanted peace and a restful place.. and that's what we found there! Be aware: do not expect to have a swim when its cold outside, the swimming pool is not heated unless by the sun.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Evertjan d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastisch
Het was boven verwachting, wat een fantastisch huis! We hebben ervan genoten.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fabian B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Un séjour en famille très agréable
Nous avons passé 8 jours en famille très agréables. De grands espaces bien aménagés. Il y a le nécessaire pour profiter des lieux et environs dès notre arrivée. Merci pour tout
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

valentine H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Parfait
Séjour très agréable A refaire sans hésiter
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Lorene R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bien
Maison conforme à l'annonce, très complet, bien pour un séjour. Maison très grande
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eva S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic holiday in Saint-Étienne-de-Gourgas
We spend to weeks in the house. We enjoyed the lovely house and garden with the pool. There are a lot of hiking opportunites nearby. We got the key for the tennis court at the town hall and could use the court without any extra cost. The host did answer our questions immediatly.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ralf S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rad Urlaub
Alles in allem ein gelungener Urlaub ( fünf Sterne 🌟
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Aufenthalt mit Kleinkind
Wir waren zu viert im Haus von Ian und Siobhan. Das Haus bietet zwei Doppelschlafzimmer sowie zwei Einzelbetten in enem Aufenthaltsraum. Es gibt aber einen zweiten Aufenthaltsraum (Küche + Sitzecke), so dass auch 6 Personen sehr gut in dem Haus untergebracht werden können. Besonders genossen haben wir den Billard-Tisch, aber auch sonst ist die Ausstattung sehr gut. Auf Grund des Wetters und der frühen Jahreszeit im Jahr (April) haben wir den Pool nicht genutzt. Der Garten ist wunderschön, genauso die Umgebung. Hier lassen sich tolle Wanderungen tätigen und andere Ausflugsziele in Hülle und Fülle anfahren. Danke Ian für das saubere und schöne Haus!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Luc d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Prachtige, charmante woning
De gastheer was zeer behulpzaam. Het is mooi en goed ingericht. Toegankelijkheid is wat minder door de vele trappen, maat dat vervalt in het niets met de vele faciliteiten. Heel veel kan en mag in dit huis: ik vermoed Britse hospitaliteit. Top locatie voor vakantie
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

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