A spacious former silkworm loft within 10 minutes walk of the village centre
The gîte is in the hamlet of La Crotte in St Paul le Jeune. Situated within a 200 year-old farmhouse it is a former magnanerie (silkworm loft) which has been tastefully converted into a light and airy 2 bedroom gîte.
It is on the second floor of the farmhouse and external stairs provide access from the courtyard. There is a large vine-covered terrace providing welcome shade with table, chairs and BBQ exclusively for the use of the gîte. There are superb views over the village and foothills of the Cévennes mountains.
The gîte has a large open plan living space with well-equipped kitchen, dining and lounge areas, including comfortable seating for 5 with a TV ( UK channels) and DVD player. There is a selection of books, games and DVD's available.
The first bedroom has a double bed and has direct access onto the small sun balcony as does the kitchen.
The second bedroom has 2 single beds. A third full-size single bed or cot is available in this room at an additional charge. A high chair is available.
Both bedrooms still have their original terracotta tiled floors.
Between the bedrooms is a shower room with a spacious walk-in shower.
Free wi-fi is accessible throughout the gîte.
A path leads down a few steps from the courtyard into the back garden and the 9m x 4m swimming pool. It is a salt water pool and has a large paved area with sunloungers and chairs.
The pool & garden are shared with the owners of the house.
There are outdoor games and a table-tennis table in the garden.
Car parking is within the gated courtyard and in the garden to the rear of the property.
The gîte is a 10 minute walk to the centre of St Paul le Jeune with its local shops including a baker, butchers, 2 small supermarkets, newsagents and chemist. There is a small twice-weekly market for buying fresh local produce. There are tennis courts, a pizzeria, a couple of bars and restaurants.
The village is surrounded by chestnut and pine forests with many walking and cycling trails.
The medieval towns of Les Vans and St Ambroix are 12 kilometres away for more extensive shopping and weekly Provencal markets.
Nearby the Chassezac and Cèze rivers are wonderful for canoeing, swimming or just lazing by the river. It is a great place for taking part in many outdoor activites.
The Roman sites of the Pont du Gard, Nimes and Arles are within driving distance as is the city of Avignon, with its Popes' Palace.
A washing machine is available at a small additional cost.
Swimming towels are not provided but if you forget them they can be hired at an additional cost.
The property is situated on a hill and therefore may not be suitable for anyone with restricted mobility.
The rent includes - bed linen and towels (EXCLUDING pool towels).
Booking requires a 30% deposit; the balance with an additional refundable caution is due 6 weeks before arrival.
The property is available from 4pm on day of arrival and vacated by 10am on day of departure.
This property has been listed with Chez Nous for 7 years
La Crotte Property Features
Location Type
Accessibility
Housekeeping & Services
- Iron and Ironing Board
- Bed Linen Included
- Towels Included
- Fuel and Power Included
- Cot
- High Chair
- No Smoking
Bedrooms
- 1 Double Bedroom
- 1 Twin Bedroom
Pool
Kitchen
- Washing Machine
- Dishwasher
- Fridge
- Freezer
- Toaster
- Oven
- Hob
- Grill
- Coffee Machine
Internet Access
Entertainment
- TV - Satellite or Cable
- CD Player
- DVD Player
- Books
- Games
- Table Tennis
- TV
- Radio
Leisure Equipment
- Sun Loungers
- Patio Furniture
- Barbecue
Garden/Terrace/Play area
- Private garden
- Terrace / patio
- Enclosed garden / play area
- Outdoor games area
Parking available
Activities within 20min drive of the property
- Fishing
- Wine Tour
- Tennis
- Golf
- Hiking
- Caving
- Mountain Biking
- Horse Riding
- Walking
- Cycling
- Pub/Bar within 1 mile
Local Water Sports
- Swimming (outdoor pool)
- Canoeing
- Kayaking