Barbecue, CD Player, Fireplace, Phone, Private Outdoor pool, Television, Terrace, Video.
Price From:
A$6355 per week
This imposing 17th century large manor house has been in the same family for generations. Lovingly maintained and furnished with antiques, attractive artworks and sculptures, this is an impressive home in the dramatic Ardeche region.
The grounds of this large manor house are spacious, secluded and well manicured. A covered outdoor dining and barbecue area provides a wonderful shady place to enjoy a meal and a glass of local wine whilst enjoying the beautiful views towards the Cevennes mountain range.
Les Figuiers is in a tiny hamlet (population 21), which is on the path of many walking, cycling and horse riding trails through pine and chestnut forests. There is a horse riding stable less than 1 mile away. The nearby village of Lablachere has a ' Cave Cooperative' where you can purchase local wines. There are several restaurants within easy reach.
The endless pursuits available in the stunning Gorge de l' Ardeche are just 18 miles or so from this large manor house. The Mediterranean coast is within striking distance for a day on the beach, or the interesting Roman towns of Ales, Uzes and Nimes are within easy reach.
Sleeps 11, 6 bedrooms - 3 bathrooms, 1 shower room, 5WCs, private 10 m x 5 m pool.
Ground floor: Informal living room (TV, Video, CD), open fireplace, formal living room, grand piano, open fireplace, French doors to large terrace with covered outdoor dining and summer kitchen, far reaching views, dining room, open fireplace, well equipped, modern kitchen, study (ADSL internet), double bedroom (1.60m), large bathroom, WC, guest WC.
Spiral stone staircase to first floor: Large landing with seating, twin bedroom (0.80m), double bedroom (1.60m), bathroom , WC, twin bedroom (0.80m), ensuite bathroom, WC, double bedroom (1.60m), ensuite shower room , WC.
Grounds: Enclosed grounds, well manicured lawn and swimming pool set below house. Large terracotta tiled terrace overlooking pool and garden and Cevennes mountains with covered outdoor dining, barbecue, summer kitchen, ample parking.
Maid service: 6 hours per week included.
Extras at this large manor house: Telephone/ADSL internet.
Distances: Lablachere 2 miles, Joyeuse 5 miles, Rosieres 7.5 miles. Ruoms & Ardeche River 10 miles, Aubenas 23 miles, Privas 35 miles, Ales 32 miles, Nimes (airport) 58 miles, Avignon (TGV) 1 hour, Gorge de l' Ardeche 18 miles for canoeing, walking, cycling, rock climbing. Horse riding less than 1 mile.