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Spacious 3 Bedroom Villa with Sea Views in Fitou, Languedoc - Villa Saureto

Weekly Rental:From GBP 1150 to GBP 1300

Property

Villas

Sleeps

6

Single/Double

4 / 1

Bathrooms

2

Pets

Not Allowed

Pool

Yes

Villa Saureto in Fitou (on the French Mediterranean) is about half way along the coast between Narbonne and Perpignan, South of France, on a modern residential/holiday site within the protected environment of the Languedoc-Roussillon 'garrigue'. The region enjoys more sunshine than any other in France. Located in the Corbière foothills of the Pyrénées, our holiday villa is 1 km from the village centre, with its many wine ‘caves’ and Xth century chateau; and just a few kms from extensive sandy beaches.

The location of the villa is perfect for exploring the fortified city of Carcassonne, Canal du Midi, historic Perpignan, the old port of Collioure , the Pyrénées, as well as cross-border day trips to Barcelona and Andorra.

This wonderful semi-detached, self-catering, air-conditioned holiday rental offers 3 bedrooms and free wifi throughout. The extensive sandy beaches of the Mediterranean just 10-15 minutes drive, with salt-water lakes and marshes and wild, rugged, semi-mountainous terrain 'on the doorstep'.

Enjoy spectacular views of the lake and Mediterranean from the twin-aspect lounge of our self-catering French Mediterranean holiday villa, which is tastefully furnished with two settees, a console table, coffee table, flat-screen satellite and internet tv, a CD/DVD system and a dining table which seats 6. Books and DVDs are also provided.

The kitchen is well equipped with mod cons including an oven with ceramic hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dish-washer and washing-machine.

Bedroom 1 is a double, with a large fitted wardrobe, chest of drawers, bedside cabinets, a glazed and shuttered door to the Mediterranean garden and an iPhone speaker/dock. Bedroom 2 has two single beds, bedside cabinets and a shuttered glazed door to the garden. Bedroom 3 has two adult bunk beds, a large fitted wardrobe, chest of drawers and includes a mini iPhone/iPod/MP3 speaker dock.

There is a bathroom adjacent to the bedrooms, comprising a bath with shower attachment, vanity unit, whb and toilet.The villa also has a separate shower room, comprising a shower, whb and toilet. We regret that the bathroom and shower room are not wheelchair-friendly.

The air-conditioning is integral to the construction of the villa and is therefore silent (no noisy bolt-on units or fans). It can be used for cooling or heating, and has individual room controls in the lounge-diner and bedrooms.

Large patio doors on two sides of the villa lounge open out to the wrap-around terrace - ideal for breakfast in the sunshine and lunch under cover, with gorgeous sea views. The French Mediterranean garden comprises irrigated rockeries, with lavender, olleander, broom, saureto, oregano, parsley, rosemary and thyme. There's an area for garden bistro tables, the barbeque and sun-loungers, and a corner for relaxing with your favourite book and a glass of 'Fitou'.

Our self-catering holiday rentals villa is located on a private residential/holiday site, perched above the wine village of Fitou, comprising villas, a small number of very low-rise apartments, a swimming-pool complex including a toddlers' pool, and communal landscaped areas. One pool is heated in April, May, June, September and October. 

The villa site is adjacent to the renowned Fitou vineyards and surrounded by the protected environment of the Languedoc-Roussillon 'garrigue', with spectacular panoramic lake, sea and mountain views. The area, forming part of the vast Regional Natural Park of Narbonne in the Mediterranean, is within reach of the Pyrénées and has more days of sunshine, on average, than anywhere else in France.

The villa is 1km from the centre of the village, its Xth-century chateau and many wine 'caves' (vineyard outlets). Several delightful and affordable restaurants within a reasonable walking distance.

This is 'Cathar country', on the border of Northern Catalonia; the scene of many historic wars between France and Spain, and conflicts between the Cathars and Catholics. The ancient Spanish border fort at Salses (now French) is just a 10-15 minutes drive to the south, and the current border about 35-40 minutes.

This exciting, rocky and environmentally-protected Mediterranean coastal region of France provides for a wide range of leisure activities and cultural holiday pursuits. Wind/Kite-surfing is particularly popular at nearby Leucate and La Franqui just 10-15 minutes drive. Surfing equipment and bicycles can be hired there.. Storage space is available in the garage for sports equipment.

Bed linen, towels (exc. pool/beach towels), and normal cleaning are included in the prices. The usual changeover day is Saturday, although there may be some flexibility during off-peak periods.

Tourist Tax (Taxe de Séjour): The new "Corbières Salanque Méditerranée" regional authority has introduced a small tourist tax (stay tax) which we are obliged to collect. The tax is additional to the rental and identified in your quotation/invoice.

PHOTOS

Kitchenware Appliances

Cooker/Hob Fridge Freezer Microwave Toaster Kettle Dish Washer High Chair Washing Machine

Fixtures & Equipment

Hairdryer Iron Central Heating Air Cond TV Satellite Video Player DVD Player CD Player Internet Access

External Features

Shared Pool - Heated Childrens Pool Private Garden Sea Views Mountain Views BBQ Sun Loungers : Yes Suitable for Children

Other Interior Facilities

Wifi, Kitchen Roll, Basic Soaps, Pantry Items, Coffee Maker, Dishwasher Tabs, Washing Tabs, Video Library, Toys, Books, DVD Player, European Satellite TV, Integrated Silent Air-Conditioning, Two Large Cots

Local Attractions

The region enjoys more sunshine than any other in France. Located in the Corbière foothills of the Pyrénées, our holiday villa is 1 km from the village centre, with its many wine ‘caves’ and Xth century chateau; and just a few kms from extensive sandy beaches.

This is Cathar country, bordering Catalonia - wild, rugged, exciting, and full of history; the scene of many ancient Franco-Spanish wars, and of conflicts between Cathars and Catholics. Castles, once destroyed, were rebuilt as defences against the Cathars and Aragonese forces; some only to be destroyed again during later Protestant and Catholic wars.

The old Spanish border forte of Salses is within 10-15 mins and the current border 45 mins.

This coastal region offers beautiful Mediterranean beaches within 10-15 mins of the villa, nearby mountainous terrain, wind-surfing lakes and coastline, great restaurants, opportunities for wine-tasting, hill-walking, mountain-biking, horse-riding, painting, and exploration of the breath-taking Cathar castle sites.

Our villa on the French Mediterranean is convenient for exploring the fortified city of Carcassonne, Canal du Midi, historic Perpignan, the old port of Collioure , the Pyrénées, as well as cross-border day trips to Barcelona and Andorra.

Fitou in the Lanquedoc-Roussillon region, borders the Pyrénées Orientales, in the southern-most corner of the South of France, just a few kms (10-15 mins) from the Mediterranean and its extensive sandy beaches, and an hour and a half from Spain's Costa Brava.

Amenities in Fitou village
Fitou has a small supermarket, launderette, surgery, bar/tabac, village shop, boulangerie, pizzeria and several very good restaurants.

There are many wine-tasting 'caves' within walking distance! Enjoy the heady atmosphere in Fitou and nearby villages during the 'vendage' (grape harvest) in the Autumn, or the Fitou Wine Festival, held over two days in late July or early August (check dates with the Fitou tourist office).

The 10th century chateau, within comfortable walking distance, has a bar and a children's museum and a terrace with spectacular sea views.

It takes 10-15 minutes to walk into the village and 20 minutes to walk back, uphill; so you need not feel guilty when buying croissants!

Leucate
Nearby Leucate (within 15 minutes) offers an abundance of good restaurants, a few bars, tabacs and all the usual amenities of a medium-sized Mediterranean village in the South of France.

Spectacular!! The Soly y Fiesta is usually held in Leucate towards the end of May.

At Leucate Plage, a couple of kilometres beyond the village, you will find extensive sandy beaches, some beachside bars and restaurants.

At Port Leucate, 'Les Terraces' night club/disco is open evenings all week during July and August

Lake Leucate (a salt lagoon), separated from the Mediterranean Sea by only a narrow strip of land with extensive sandy beaches and is famed for its oysters. It also provides a great site for windsurfing enthusiasts. Equipment can be hired locally, but if you have your own it will save costs - and you can store it in the garage at the villa.

Leucate railway station is reached within 10-12 minutes, and is on the main line between Narbonne and Perpignan, if you fancy a rest from driving.

Port Leucate and Port Bacarès
Port Leucate and Port Bacarès, 15 and 20 minutes from the villa, offer more sandy beaches, plenty of sailing and wind-surfing facilities, bars, a water park, night clubs/discos and numerous restaurants.

A bus runs from Fitou (near the villa site) to Port Leucate, including a late return in high summer.

Narbonne and Perpignan
For shopaholics seeking chique French fashions, Narbonne and Perpignan, each reached within ½ hour, offer a wide range of quality merchandise, and regular markets. Out-of-town shopping centres are found en route, just off the N9 and A9. Perpignan has a very strong rugby club, reached within 30 minutes. A link to the club's website can be found on our Travel page.

Carcasonne
Carcassonne (45 minutes) is a must. Transport yourself back in time; take lunch under the trees and around the walls of this spectacular fortified city, walk the cobbled streets , and absorb the atmosphere. Check with the tourist office for concerts and festivals. Its a regular stage destination for the Tour de France.

Collioure
Forty-five minutes drive South will take you to Collioure, close to the Spanish border. This very attractive small town, with its backdrop of the Albères mountain range, and narrow alleyways with craft shops and bistros, has its fortified church built almost in the sea. Here you can lunch on seafood delicacies, and enjoy a glass or two in one of the beachside brasseries. Collioure has attracted visitors and residents such as Braque, Matisse and Picasso. Many artists still frequent the town today.

Spain and Andorra
From here in the South of France you can drive to Barcelona in 2 hours ( 1.5 hrs to Barcelona Girona airport) or to tax-free Andorra in 3 hours. You can take a ride on the 'Little Yellow Train', which struggles up deep ravines, over sky-high viaducts and through spectacular mountain scenery not far from Andorra.

Golf
Saint-Cyprien, approximately 50 kms (31 miles) from Fitou, offers 27 holes over 2 courses (par 73) at Etang-Canigou on "links"; while nearby "La Forêt" offers a 9-hole course (par 35) in the heart of the forest. Tel: (0033)(0)4 68 37 63 63 Fax: (0033)(0)4 68 37 64 64. e-mail: contact@golf-st-cyprien.com


Visitor information - Links to tourist offices
The Travel section of this website provides further links to local tourist offices in the South of France


Breakfast, language lessons and more....
Would you like time off from self-catering, continental breakfast delivered to your door, or some provisions brought in? Do you need to brush up on your French, or start from scratch? Our local villa managers may be able to help with some of these, including on-line one-to-one tuition in French . These services are offered subject to availability and independantly of the villa rental contract; and can be arranged directly with our local villa manager. Contact details are available in the villa or can be supplied, in advance, on request.

Special Rental Conditions

Bed linen, towels (exc. pool/beach towels), and normal cleaning are included in the prices. The usual changeover day is Saturday, although there may be some flexibility during off-peak periods.

Tourist Tax (Taxe de Séjour): The new "Corbières Salanque Méditerranée" regional authority has introduced a small tourist tax (stay tax) which we are obliged to collect. The tax is additional to the rental and identified in your quotation/invoice.

Arrival can be any reasonable time from 16:00 hrs on the first day. The end date of the rental period shown is the day of departure, when the property should be vacated by 10:00hrs.

Reservations
Reservations held with 25% deposit or 10% if booked 6 months in advance.

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Property Exterior

Shared Pool (Heated):
Yes
Childrens Pool:
Yes
Private Garden:
Yes
Sea Views:
Yes
Near a Beach:
Yes
Mountain Views:
Yes
BBQ:
Yes
Sun Loungers:
Yes
Safe for Children:
Yes

Local Attractions

The region enjoys more sunshine than any other in France. Located in the Corbière foothills of the Pyrénées, our holiday villa is 1 km from the village centre, with its many wine ‘caves’ and Xth century chateau; and just a few kms from extensive sandy beaches.

This is Cathar country, bordering Catalonia - wild, rugged, exciting, and full of history; the scene of many ancient Franco-Spanish wars, and of conflicts between Cathars and Catholics. Castles, once destroyed, were rebuilt as defences against the Cathars and Aragonese forces; some only to be destroyed again during later Protestant and Catholic wars.

The old Spanish border forte of Salses is within 10-15 mins and the current border 45 mins.

This coastal region offers beautiful Mediterranean beaches within 10-15 mins of the villa, nearby mountainous terrain, wind-surfing lakes and coastline, great restaurants, opportunities for wine-tasting, hill-walking, mountain-biking, horse-riding, painting, and exploration of the breath-taking Cathar castle sites.

Our villa on the French Mediterranean is convenient for exploring the fortified city of Carcassonne, Canal du Midi, historic Perpignan, the old port of Collioure , the Pyrénées, as well as cross-border day trips to Barcelona and Andorra.

Fitou in the Lanquedoc-Roussillon region, borders the Pyrénées Orientales, in the southern-most corner of the South of France, just a few kms (10-15 mins) from the Mediterranean and its extensive sandy beaches, and an hour and a half from Spain's Costa Brava.

Amenities in Fitou village
Fitou has a small supermarket, launderette, surgery, bar/tabac, village shop, boulangerie, pizzeria and several very good restaurants.

There are many wine-tasting 'caves' within walking distance! Enjoy the heady atmosphere in Fitou and nearby villages during the 'vendage' (grape harvest) in the Autumn, or the Fitou Wine Festival, held over two days in late July or early August (check dates with the Fitou tourist office).

The 10th century chateau, within comfortable walking distance, has a bar and a children's museum and a terrace with spectacular sea views.

It takes 10-15 minutes to walk into the village and 20 minutes to walk back, uphill; so you need not feel guilty when buying croissants!

Leucate
Nearby Leucate (within 15 minutes) offers an abundance of good restaurants, a few bars, tabacs and all the usual amenities of a medium-sized Mediterranean village in the South of France.

Spectacular!! The Soly y Fiesta is usually held in Leucate towards the end of May.

At Leucate Plage, a couple of kilometres beyond the village, you will find extensive sandy beaches, some beachside bars and restaurants.

At Port Leucate, 'Les Terraces' night club/disco is open evenings all week during July and August

Lake Leucate (a salt lagoon), separated from the Mediterranean Sea by only a narrow strip of land with extensive sandy beaches and is famed for its oysters. It also provides a great site for windsurfing enthusiasts. Equipment can be hired locally, but if you have your own it will save costs - and you can store it in the garage at the villa.

Leucate railway station is reached within 10-12 minutes, and is on the main line between Narbonne and Perpignan, if you fancy a rest from driving.

Port Leucate and Port Bacarès
Port Leucate and Port Bacarès, 15 and 20 minutes from the villa, offer more sandy beaches, plenty of sailing and wind-surfing facilities, bars, a water park, night clubs/discos and numerous restaurants.

A bus runs from Fitou (near the villa site) to Port Leucate, including a late return in high summer.

Narbonne and Perpignan
For shopaholics seeking chique French fashions, Narbonne and Perpignan, each reached within ½ hour, offer a wide range of quality merchandise, and regular markets. Out-of-town shopping centres are found en route, just off the N9 and A9. Perpignan has a very strong rugby club, reached within 30 minutes. A link to the club's website can be found on our Travel page.

Carcasonne
Carcassonne (45 minutes) is a must. Transport yourself back in time; take lunch under the trees and around the walls of this spectacular fortified city, walk the cobbled streets , and absorb the atmosphere. Check with the tourist office for concerts and festivals. Its a regular stage destination for the Tour de France.

Collioure
Forty-five minutes drive South will take you to Collioure, close to the Spanish border. This very attractive small town, with its backdrop of the Albères mountain range, and narrow alleyways with craft shops and bistros, has its fortified church built almost in the sea. Here you can lunch on seafood delicacies, and enjoy a glass or two in one of the beachside brasseries. Collioure has attracted visitors and residents such as Braque, Matisse and Picasso. Many artists still frequent the town today.

Spain and Andorra
From here in the South of France you can drive to Barcelona in 2 hours ( 1.5 hrs to Barcelona Girona airport) or to tax-free Andorra in 3 hours. You can take a ride on the 'Little Yellow Train', which struggles up deep ravines, over sky-high viaducts and through spectacular mountain scenery not far from Andorra.

Golf
Saint-Cyprien, approximately 50 kms (31 miles) from Fitou, offers 27 holes over 2 courses (par 73) at Etang-Canigou on "links"; while nearby "La Forêt" offers a 9-hole course (par 35) in the heart of the forest. Tel: (0033)(0)4 68 37 63 63 Fax: (0033)(0)4 68 37 64 64. e-mail: contact@golf-st-cyprien.com


Visitor information - Links to tourist offices
The Travel section of this website provides further links to local tourist offices in the South of France


Breakfast, language lessons and more....
Would you like time off from self-catering, continental breakfast delivered to your door, or some provisions brought in? Do you need to brush up on your French, or start from scratch? Our local villa managers may be able to help with some of these, including on-line one-to-one tuition in French . These services are offered subject to availability and independantly of the villa rental contract; and can be arranged directly with our local villa manager. Contact details are available in the villa or can be supplied, in advance, on request.

In the area

This Property is situated in Aude, Languedoc-Roussillon

Nearest Airport:

Nearest Station: 10 mins

Nearest Ferry:

Nearest Beach: 10 mins

Nearest Ski Resort: Font Romeu and Les Angles 1hr 45mins

Please note that the location on this map is an approximate guide, normally to the closest town or village.


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