Les Cigales, barn conversion in Capestang, a lively village on the Canal du Midi. Walk to 6 restaurants! Good market

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The Languedoc-Roussillon Region

This is a very popular holiday destination. The Midi region from Montpelier to Perpignan, and from the Haute Languedoc national park to the Mediterranean beaches, boasts a superb climate and a rich cultural heritage, and is the largest area of vineyards in the world. The area abounds with picturesque villages set in a magnificent landscape of vines, forests, river valleys and hillsides, with open views to the ocean and distant Pyrenees.

Within 30 minutes drive are:
Agde - the "black pearl" of the Mediterranean.
Beziérs - with its flight of 7 canal locks and aqueduct over the river Orb.
Bize - Olive oil cooperative and river bathing.
Colombiers - oldest canal tunnel in the world.
Golf - St Thomas, Beziers. Narbonne 18 hole short course
Fontfroide - Cistercian Abbey founded in 1145. Rose garden with over 2000 bushes
Narbonne - the oldest Roman city in France, with its imposing Cathedral and wonderful market.
Minerve - ancient and spectacular Cathar village on the river Cesse, once capital of the Minervois.
Oppidum Enserune - abandoned hill top city, dating back 2600 years.
Quarante – village with Romanesque church dating from 982.
Roquebrun - Mediterranean Gardens.
Reals - canoing centre on the Orb.
St Chinian - local wines and Sunday market.
Valras plage and other resorts with miles of sandy beaches.Waymarked walks and cycle paths. And numerous Chateaux and Domains producing excellent wines at reasonable prices.

Further afield:
Carcassonne - the most intact medieval city in Europe
Font Romeu and Les Angles ski resorts
Golf at Cap d'Agde, Carcassonne and Mazamet
Meze on the Etang de Thau with its oyster and mussel beds
Millau - The recently opened highest bridge in the world at 343 metres
Montpelier - one of the most vibrant cities in France
Pyrenees mountains - Mt Canigou 2784 metres
Sete - Fishing port with excellent restaurants
Spain and the Costa Brava (the Spanish border is less than 2 hours drive away!).

 

Capestang Area

Capestang is a lively and popular wine-producing village (population approx. 3500), with plenty of character and a friendly population. The village square at the foot of the impressive 13th century church has cafes and restaurants and is the setting for a twice-weekly market selling fresh local produce (olives, cheeses, wines and oysters to name but a few!). Capestang has all facilities (banks with ATMs, large supermarket, pharmacy, doctors, dentist, etc.). Easily accessible, with budget flights to Carcassonne, Montpellier and Perpignan airports about 1 hour's drive away, Toulouse and Girona 2 hours.

 

Getting There

Within 100 metres of the shady banks of the canal du Midi and 3 minutes from the village centre, a newly renovated bright and airy 2-level loft-style barn conversion with sunny terrace and barbecue, overlooking the roofs and gardens of Capestang, a lively Languedoc winegrowing village with 6 restaurants, cafes, shops and market. Great touring area, 20 minutes from Mediterranean beaches, plenty to see and do to suit all ages and interests.

Nearest Travel Links

• Airport: Carcassonne / Perpignan / Montpellier (+/- 100 km)
• Railway: Béziers (15 km)

 

Suitable types of Holiday Capestang

• Fishing
• Horse riding
• Tennis courts
• Walking

 

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Exterior Facilities in Les Cigales, barn conversion in Capestang, a lively village on the Canal du Midi. Walk to 6 restaurants! Good market

• Balcony/Terrace
• BBQ
• Parking space
• Secure parking

 

Rental Details

Rental Notes:
Change-over day Saturday, arrival time approx 3 pm or by arrangement. Special rates for longer lets in winter

 

Facilities in Les Cigales, barn conversion in Capestang, a lively village on the Canal du Midi. Walk to 6 restaurants! Good market

• CD player
• Cooker
• Dish washer
• DVD player
• Fridge
• Hairdryer
• Highchair
• Internet access
• Iron
• Kettle
• Linen provided
• Television
• Toaster
• Towels provided
• Video
• Washing machine

La Batelière overlooking the Canal du Midi - 0.3 kms
Fishing Nearby, Near the sea, Quiet, Rural/Village
1 Double Bedroom, 1 Twin Bedroom. The airy loft-style mezzanine with opening roof light can be used as a double bedroom or additional lounge, or both, to suit you. It has a bed-settee + soft seating & TV / DVD player.
2 Bathrooms both with full size shower, hand basin and wc.
Oven, Hob, Fridge, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Iron. The kitchen is open-plan onto the lounge /dining room / terrace, making for a friendly relaxed atmosphere while cooking!
Central Heating, House Linen. English-speaking owners Paul and Sue Pasco live nearby.
Seating for 6. Additional table and chairs on the terrace with barbecue overlooking the village. Perfect for outside eating or relaxing
Terrestrial TV, Video, Radio, CD System.
Terrace, BBQ, Garden Furniture. Off street parking.

 

Bedrooms / Bathrooms

• Bedrooms (2)
• Bathrooms (2)
• Ensuite (1)
• WCs (1)

 

Sleeps a Maximum of 6 people:

• Single Beds (2)
• Double Beds (1)
• Sofa Beds (1)

 

Furniture

• Dining Seats (6)
• Lounge Seats (6)