Chateau du Fraissinet; Les Chataigniers - Riverside Chateau with four gites
Cottage with 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4, Garden, Swimming Pool
The chateau comprises four beautifully renovated gites with 1-4 bedrooms suitable for a couple or a large family group (see our links below). Choose all four apartments for a family reunion amidst the spectacular Cevennes hills. Swim in the river or pool and soak up the sunshine in the 6 acres of grounds.
Our natural pool (12x5m) was completed in 2007 and has proved a huge hit. Completely chemical free it is cleaned by a powerful UVC light and plant beds.
Children will make friends with the animals and enjoy the freedom. Join us for our weekly table d'hote or walk up to the bar or excellent local restaurant. The town with a market and all facilities is 5 mins by car. Horse riding, hiking, kayaking, markets, medieval towns and roman architecture are all nearby – the spectacular roman aqueduct the Pont du Gard is just a 35 mins drive. Surrounded by beautiful scenery we are still only just over an hour from the Mediterranean – ideally situated for a relaxing and varied holiday.
Lavender-lined drive
Making friends with the animals
Les Chataigniers - Interior
Les Chataigniers
Chemical-free pool 12m x 5m
Chateau Gardens
Fly Ryanair from Stansted, Luton, Nottingham or Liverpool. We're just an hour from Nimes or Montpellier! All four apartments have been thoughtfully renovated to offer both modern comfort and original features and each has its own independent entrance and outside terrace area. The apartments are cool in summer and in spring and autumn may be heated by wood fires or stoves. All except Les Pins are situated in the original Chateau buildings but this large apartment benefits from added accessibility and guests in wheelchairs may be welcomed.
The six acres of parkland surrounding the Chateau includes 150 metres of river frontage, an ancient water source, sweet chestnut trees dating back two hundred years and assorted friendly animals. Eggs and garden vegetables should be available for sale. The local bar and restaurant are only two minutes away and baby sitting can be arranged. The lake of Camboux is close by (2km) for fishing or swimming from the lake beach. Five minutes brings you to our nearest town where the supermarket has a range of products and a large market offering local produce including wine, honey and cheese as well as general goods. Alès (15km) boasts fountains, boutiques, cafes and restaurants all with cheap, easy parking.
Other attractions, less than an hour away, include a spectacular drive through the mountains to the historic town of Florac, a trip on the stream train from Anduze, or a day spent kayaking on the Ardeche - take lunch, swimming costume and sun cream! The Mediterranean is just over an hour. Visit the miles of sandy beaches at l’Espiguette or the pretty fishing port of Le Grau du Roi. See the flamingos and white horses of the Carmargue. Your hosts speak English and French and will be delighted to help out with local information to ensure you get the best out of your holiday. During the high season a regular table-d'hote will be offered enabling you to enjoy a relaxed evening with good food and local wine in company of fellow guests
Facilities for this holiday cottage in Ales, Languedoc-Roussillon
Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher. Well-equipped kitchen suitable for family catering. A laundry room is provided on site with two washing machines for use of guests.
General:
Real Fire, House Linen, Towels Provided, Internet Access. WiFi internet access is usually available (no pc for guest use - sorry)
Bed linen is available for hire and towels are provided.
Woodburning stove for cooler evenings.
Dining:
Seating for 6.
Entertainment:
Radio, CD System, Board Games, Table Tennis. Ball games area is provided and children of all ages will enjoy the space, the river and the animals.
Outside:
Communal Pool, Terrace, Garden, BBQ, Parking, Garden Furniture. Barbecue area available and each gite has its own terrace with garden furniture for dining 'en plein air'.
Suitability:
Children Welcome, Suitable For Elderly, Sorry - No Pets Allowed.
Smoking is not permitted inside the gites. There are seven steps with sturdy handrail leading to the gite. The gite itself is all on one floor.
Local activities in and around Ales, Languedoc-Roussillon
Whilst you can swim or fish from the Chateau itself and you may spend choose to spend much of your holiday relaxing in the sun, if you want to see more of the area there are lots of places to visit. Days out might include a trip to the Pont du Gard, the Roman aqueduct designated a site of international importance and featured on the French five euro note. Why not hire a kayak and see this famous monument from the river as you glide beneath it. Kayaking is more challenging along the Gorge de l'Ardeche (1hr) and the scenery is breathtaking. Visit the city of Nimes by car, or by train from our nearby station, to walk though the Water Gardens and admire the Roman amphitheatre. You may want to have lunch in one of the city's attractive restaurants but leave time to browse in the shops and boutiques. Avignon is another possibility for history lovers.
Kids willl love the Haribo museum, following the trail of these famous sweets from the very first strawberry bonbons originally made 150 years ago, to modern day sweet manufacture- the shop is also not to be missed. Or take the steam train from Anduze to the pretty town of St Jean du Gard - a trip of 13 km through the heart of the Cevennes. Stop off at the Bambouserie on the way. This 'corner of the Orient in the Cevennes' is unique in Europe and houses a fantastic collection of giant bamboo. All the family will enjoy a drive through the mountains to the historic town of Florac where you wander through stone passages and cobbled squares before heading back along the Corniche des Cevennes with its breathtaking views. The Gorge du Tarn (as impressive as the Grand Canyon according to american vistors!) is just over an hour as is Mont Lozere offering spectacular views across southern France. Hire a donkey and walk in RL Stevenson's footsteps. There are also caves, chateaux and museums to visit, wonderfully clear rivers to swim in and and of course we're just an hour's drive from the Mediterranean. Look out for the flamingos!
Gliding or Flying in the Cevennes
Gliding or flying in the Cevennes (just 5km) from Chateau. Incredible scenery.
Take a trip by Steam Train through the beautiful Cevennes hills from Anduze to St Jean du Gard. Stop off at the Bambouserie and marvel at this bamboo jungle.
Take the RN106 from Ales direction Florac. We are 15km from Ales after La Grand' Combe and Les Taillades. Cross the Gardon and turn left immediately at Cafe Nogaret.
Rental rates for this cottage
Price Per Week
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15 Mar - 23 May 2009
£290.00
€365.40
$469.80
23 May - 4 Jul 2009
£360.00
€453.60
$583.20
4 Jul - 22 Aug 2009
£550.00
€693.00
$891.00
22 Aug - 19 Sep 2009
£290.00
€365.40
$469.80
19 Sep - 31 Oct 2009
£235.00
€296.10
$380.70
Rental Notes: This apartment is called Les Chataigniers. All prices are per week Saturday 17.00 to Saturday 10.00.
Gas and electricity are included in the price. Wood for wood-burning stoves is available at a modest charge.
A basic supply of towels and tea towels is included but please bring your own towels for swimming. Bedlinen is available for hire at a cost of £8 per week per double; £6 per week per single.
Guests who book for a fortnight and choose linen hire will be charged for two sets of linen. A cot and high chair are available on request.
A deposit for each week of letting is required at the time of booking. The final payment together with the refundable breakages/cleaning deposit of £100/150€ is due 8 weeks before the letting.
Guests are asked to leave their apartments in good order. Cleaning charges between £25 and £60 depending on size of gite and length of stay. Short breaks may be possible in spring and autumn. Prices on request.
This unit is situated in or next to other properties
should you wish to holiday with a larger group.
The additional units are:
"Our two sons (16 and 20) have had a fantastic time whether we stayed here or went out. They particularly enjoyed off-road biking and the tree zip wires near St Ambroix. We loved the family of wild boar snuffling around at 11.30 pm and the midweek meal was wonderful." - Judith, Andy and Reuben, Birmingham
Availability of Chateau du Fraissinet; Les Chataigniers
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