Le Manoir & Le Vigneron together, Capestang

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The Languedoc-Roussillon Region

Capestang is a beautiful 13c village on the Canal du Midi, and is surrounded by lovely vineyards and woods for walking and cycling and riding. There are lots of very good markets in this area, both for wonderful fresh fruit and vegetables and general goods. The coast is 20 mins away with sandy beaches, some excellent fish restaurants and the fish market of Sete. For history there is the ancient walled city of Carcasonne, the roman town of Narbonne, and the city of Perpignan. Montpellier, the buzzing university town, is only an hour away. Spain is only an 1 1/2 drive away and has a very different style to France. Or just sit by the pool with a book.

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

There is a lively market that comes to the village every Wednesday and Saturday. Also a large supermarket on the outskirts of the village. Within easy walking distance there are a variety of sdmall local shops including a pattiserie, boucherie, boulangerie, various paharmacies and a tabac and small supermarket.

You will also be within walikng distance of at least 6 restaurants

Local activities surfing, swimming, tennis, walking, cycling, fishing, horse riding, golf, wind-surfing, water skiing, mountain biking.
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.).

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.

 

Getting There

HOW TO GET THERE
By rail
Check with Rail Europe or SNCF for special fares from London to Narbonne or Bezier. The Eurostar and TGV (high-speed rail that can take a car) are also available. With one change this takes only about 8 hours.
From Ireland you can also book directly through Iarnrod Eireann European rail section 01 7031885
The Eurostar which leaves regularly from London’s Waterloo Station and connects via the high-speed TGV (click here) at Lille (very simple - same station) or Paris (across town - not so simple) to Montpellier (1 hr), Beziers* (20 mins.) and Narbonne* (20 mins.) where it’s possible to rent a car. The trip is approx eight stress- free hours to Montpellier (and can be inexpensive - especially the TGV leg) and provides glorious views of the French countryside from a comfortable window seat or a stool in the bar car.

Of course you could combine the two and fly to Barcelona, pick up the train to Narbonne or Beziers and enjoy the magnificent scenery of the Pyrenees, too. Some people flying from Scotland or Northern Europe may find this much easier.

* If you’re taking the train to Beziers or Narbonne and because they are often not listed as stops on the TGV website (the train goes local after Montpellier), simply purchase a ticket to Perpignon and get off at either station - it’s all the same price after Montpellier. You can catch the return train there, too by simply checking the departure time from Perpignon.


By air
Carcassonne
Our nearest airport is Carcassonne, served by Ryanair from Dublin, London Stansted and Charleroi, Belgium. Taxis from Carcassonne cost about 85 euros one-way,

Perpignan
Ryanair also fly from London Stansted, Charleroi (Brussels) and Frankfurt (Germany) to Perpignan, which is almost as close to us.

Nîmes
If you're on a budget and/or keen to see more of the Midi, consider flying Ryanair from Stansted to Nîmes. These fares are often cheaper, and the airport bus connects directly with Nîmes railway station, from where trains run frequently to Narbonne, about 15km from our base.

Montpellier & Toulouse
Other airports in the general area are Montpellier (British Airways, Air France, Ryanair, etc) & Toulouse (Aer Lingus, www.aerlingus.ie British Airways, Air France, British European, BMI Baby etc). Both offer easy connections by bus and train to Narbonne, or Bezier.

Spain
Another holiday option would incorporate a charter flight to Gerona in NE Spain, or a budget airline flight to Barcelona .
Barcelona can be reached by Easy Jet from Luton, Gatwick, Liverpool, Amsterdam and Geneva, by Go from East Midlands, Stansted and Bristol, and by BMI Baby from East Midlands.
Only a 2 hour drive from Barcelona to our place

Nearest Travel Links

• Airport: Carcassonne (50 km)
• Railway: Narbonne & Beziers (15 km)

 

Suitable types of Holiday Capestang

• Fishing
• Horse riding
• Tennis courts
• Watersports
• Sailing
• Mountain Biking
• Skiing
• Swimming
• Walking

 

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Exterior Facilities in Le Manoir & Le Vigneron together, Capestang

• Balcony/Terrace
• BBQ
• Bicycles available
• Parking space
• Private garden
• Private outdoor swimming pool

 

Private outdoor pool in stunning garden with al fresco dining under a pergola.

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.).

 

Rental Details

Private pool and garden

 

Facilities in Le Manoir & Le Vigneron together, Capestang

• CD player
• Central heating
• Cooker
• Dish washer
• DVD player
• Fridge
• Hairdryer
• Highchair
• Internet access
• Iron
• Kettle
• Linen provided
• Log fire
• Microwave
• Telephone
• Television
• Toaster
• Washing machine

There are also two cots and high chairsd available

 

Bedrooms / Bathrooms

• Bedrooms (9)
• Bathrooms (2)
• Ensuite (6)
• WCs (1)

 

Sleeps a Maximum of 21 people:

• Single Beds (10)
• Double Beds (5)
• Sofa Beds (1)
• Cots (2)

 

Furniture

• Dining Seats (21)
• Lounge Seats (12)

 

Guest Book

A bit of heaven in rural France.
Nu Kildare.
Date Submitted: April 10, 2008 Date of Stay: March 2007
Privately tucked away behind a high wall, just a stones throw from the centre of the town and completely cut off from the world. One can enjoy French rural town life at it’s best. The town square is 100 yards away where one can stroll and enjoy a coffee or a glass of excellent French Wine in a traditional Cafe. There are many wonderful Restaurants where one can sample the delights of French cooking.

Surrounded by the rustic charm of the sprawling French Countryside beautifully complimented by its close proximity to the sea with its stunning beaches. The property itself is breathtaking.

On arrival one is taken on an intriguing journey through narrow town streets to be greeted by the imposing gates through which awaits a beautiful courtyard where one can truly appreciate the magnificent sight of the Main House. Instantly you feel as if you have stepped into a different time and place in the quiet of rural France. I look forward very much to my return visit.

seangall01 liverpool.
Date Submitted: April 07, 2008 Date of Stay: July 2007
Just a quick note to say that we had a great time in Capestang.

The house was fantastic, well equipped and very clean.
The village and surrounding area are beautiful.
The market was also a great experience.

We made good use of the pool and we took days out to Narbonne, Beziers and Valras Plage.

Didier at the sports bar looked after us very well and we had some nice meals in the Pizzeria also.

All in all the trip was a big success. Highly reccomended!