Le Gandil

Stunning secluded country house in its own grounds with 10m x 5m pool.
Sleeps 8
Gated access, plenty of parking.
PRIVATE LOCATION NEAR VIEUSSAN
Discover this beautiful stone country house, hidden in the hills above the village with views over the surrounding countryside. This large, spacious home is ideal for those of you who want to be left alone - secluded in the privacy of your own surroundings, just to simply enjoy, relax, be creative or take time out. It has every comfort you'd expect, with 4 fully equipped bathrooms 3 of which are en-suite.
Le Gandil has plenty of space. The main house has a welcoming and comfortable living room with open fire place. Large kitchen with a full range (for cooking for the crowds) and a separate dining room off the kitchen.

The main part of the house has an en-suite master bedroom, laundry room and storage room. You make your way upstairs to a second, huge, living room with plenty of space for everyone. From this living space you go up some wooden stairs to another spacious bedroom with 2 single beds.

The second part of the house - the guest wing, has 2 further double bedrooms with ensuite shower rooms, each distinctively decorated. One of the bedrooms leads out onto a terrace with table and chairs, the other from french window onto the garden terrace.

PERFECT FOR ENTERTAINING - OR SWIMMING
The outside area is magnificent, with plenty of terraces with seating for lazing around in the shade, taking your morning coffee, enjoying evening drinks or dining under the trees. You can swim in the large pool in tranquil private surroundings withour being overlooked.

In the summer, take your meals at the table in the covered porch just outside the main front door. There is seating for 8, with a combination of stone benches and chairs with cushions, a large cane chair and four wooden ones. there are canvas picnic chairs for sitting on the adjacent elevated terrace in front of the house.

It's peaceful, simple rural charm. This is la France Profonde after all!

But above all it is the most astoundingly beautiful place, right in the heart of nature.

FAMILY ACCOMMODATION OR INSPIRING SILENCE...
This house lends itself to larger families or groups who need plenty of space. It is also ideal for musicians, painters and writers who may need time to write and/or refresh the batteries ( we've had famous musicians stay here before)

GATED ACCESS
The house is secured with large gates at the entrance - and has a long driveway with plenty of parking.

YOU'LL NEED A CAR
Guests need to be aware that this house is secluded and situated up a steep hill accessible via a dirt track road. Private transport is therefore highly advisable, low slung cars such as sports cars will not be appropriate for the road up to the house. The nearest village is approx 5 minutes by car.

LINEN AND LAUNDRY
Laundry, towels and final cleaning is included. For longer stays you can request our laundry services midway through your holiday at an extra cost. Don't forget we can arrange heat and serve meals or even a private chef, massage and Yoga sessions, via our concierge services - please don't hesitate to ask

LOCAL ATTRACTIONS AND FACILITIES
The Languedoc-Roussillon region is full of history, culture and attractions.

With picturesque villages, fabulous local cuisine, excellent wines and glorious countryside, it's the perfect place to relax and enjoy the pleasures of life. Exactly what one should be doing whilst on holiday!

Vieussan sits on a peninsula around which flows the River Orb, surrounded by wooded mountains. Other local villages have a huge variety of attractions

There are wine and (in summer) vegetable outlets in Vieussan. The bakery and other shops are in the nearby village of Mons La Trivalle (7 minutes drive). The other direction down the valley is Roquebrun (10 mins) which has a fine Mediterranean Garden, 2 great restaurants, as well as a wine bar, a grocery store, a bar, newsagent, Pizzeria and baker.

The nearest market is on Tuesdays at Lamalou-les-Bains (15 minutes) and there are others every day of the week in neighbouring towns, while there are large Hypermarché a few kilometers in most directions.

Mountains, hills and gorges provide wonderful walking and birdwatching. It's just 40-45 minutes to the historic towns of Béziers and Pézenas. And don't forget that the Mediterranean is just an hour away.Guests need to be aware that this house is secluded and situated up a steep hill with a dirt track road. Transport is advisable and the nearest village is approx 5 minutes by car.