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Villa with private pool, pretty village on the Canal du Midi, Languedoc

Villa with private pool, pretty village on the Canal du Midi, Languedoc

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Overview of Villa with private pool, pretty village on the Canal du Midi, Languedoc

Reviews
9.2 out of 10 Wonderful
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 465 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Enjoy the area

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Ventenac-en-Minervois, Occitanie
  • Popular LocationNarbonne Cathedral19 min drive
  • Popular LocationRéserve Africaine de Sigean19 min drive
  • Popular LocationAbbey of Fontfroide22 min drive
  • AirportBéziers (BZR-Cap d'Agde)57 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Villa with private pool, pretty village on the Canal du Midi, Languedoc

Two bedrooms, family bathroom, sleeps 4, private garden and pool.

Set in private grounds in a small, picturesque village 2 minutes walk from the Canal du Midi (a UNESCO world heritage site) in the Languedoc region with restaurants, a wine chateau and a small shop a short distance away, Villa La Voila is the ideal getaway with a private garden, a small swimming pool and covered barbeque area.

Thirty minutes drive to Narbonne and Mediterranean beaches, 45 minutes to the Medieval town of Carcassonne.

Easy access from airports in Beziers, Carcassonne, Perpignan and Montpellier. Villa La Voila is in part of the Cathar region (Da Vinci Code, Labyrinth etc.).

Sleeps 4 with a family bathroom including toilet, bath, hand basin and separate step-in shower enclosure. The kitchen has a dishwasher, American fridge/freezer, and built-in appliances. Television has UK satellite TV and French TV via aerial, there is also a Blu-ray player. Wi-Fi is also available.

Private grounds with electric entrance gates offer secure parking.

Brief booking conditions: 25% deposit is required at the time of booking. Balance of payment due no later than 8 weeks prior to arrival. Damage deposit of £200 is required at the time of payment of the balance. This deposit is refundable less any amount required for damages, breakages or additional cleaning costs or charges. Linen, bathroom and kitchen towels, tea towels and beach towels are provided. Normal cleaning is included at the end of the stay.

Our local English caretakers, who speak fluent French, will be your contacts for any queries you may have during your stay.

The large basement has an additional toilet, wash basin and utility sink for use from the garden and outside barbeque area. The basement is where guests will also find a washing machine, tumble dryer and an additional fridge/freezer which is ideal for storing food and cold drinks for the nearby barbeque. There is also a full-size table tennis table in the basement and other games in the lounge.

Also in the lounge there is a Humax Freesat set top box, this has a built in recorder to allow the recording of programmes when guests are out.

To keep the villa cool most windows and French doors are fitted with external shutters. Windows are also fitted with retractable fly screens. Portable fans are provided for guest use as required.

The pool area has lighting and an alarm system that meets current regulations.

Nearby attractions: Ventenac is a small picturesque village of about 500 inhabitants on the Canal du Midi. Canal side shop, post office, wine Chateau and a restaurant are all within a 5 minute walk. Two other larger villages with bank, ATM, more shops, restaurants and facilities are within a few minutes by car.

Carcassonne - Medieval city 45 minutes by car, Narbonne - old Roman city with canals and Mediterranean beaches 25 minutes by car. Cathar castles and other ancients sites - all within an hour or two, Minervois wine route - on the doorstep, windsurfing - either on the Lac de Jourrais (30 minutes drive) or the Mediterranean.

All photographs are non-contractual.

Property manager

Doug Barrass.

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ventenac-en-Minervois

Located in Ventenac-en-Minervois, this villa is in a rural area. Musee de la Chevalerie and Musée Lapidaire Narbonne are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Château de Paraza and Chateau Tourril. L'Oulibo Olive Cooperative and Aquajet Parc Canaima are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours.
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Ventenac-en-Minervois, Occitanie

What's nearby

  • Château de Paraza - 3 min drive
  • Narbonne Cathedral - 19 min drive
  • Réserve Africaine de Sigean - 19 min drive
  • Les Halles de Narbonne - 20 min drive
  • Abbey of Fontfroide - 22 min drive

Getting around

  • Lézignan-Corbières Station - 12 min drive
  • Béziers (BZR-Cap d'Agde) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • L'o A la Bouche - 8 min drive
  • La Maison de l'écurie - 12 min drive
  • La Grillade du Chateau - 4 min walk
  • Auberge du Somail - 7 min drive
  • L'Escale du Somail - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa with private pool, pretty village on the Canal du Midi, Languedoc have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Villa with private pool, pretty village on the Canal du Midi, Languedoc pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Villa with private pool, pretty village on the Canal du Midi, Languedoc?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa with private pool, pretty village on the Canal du Midi, Languedoc?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Villa with private pool, pretty village on the Canal du Midi, Languedoc located?

Situated in a rural location, this villa is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Canal du Midi and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Château de Paraza. Chateau Tourril and Domaine de l'Herbe Sainte are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jörg B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wer Ruhe sucht, ist hier gut aufgehoben👍
Uns hat das Haus gut gefallen! Das Objekt ist zwar schon etwas in die Jahre gekommen, aber wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt! Wer entspannen möchte und Ruhe sucht, wird sich hier wohl fühlen. Das Objekt war sehr sauber, die Küche ist gut ausgestattet. Tolle Fahrradwege in der direkten Umgebung!
Stayed 19 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Timo K.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in
In die Jahre gekommen und nicht unterhalten
Wir sind leider zu einem Zeitpunkt angereist an dem das Objekt sichtlich nicht unterhalten wurde. Der Außenbereich sah einfach verlassen und ungepflegt aus, Unkraut verwilderte Beete dreckiger Pool, dreckige Außenmöbel. Der Innenbereich war den Bildern entsprechen, zwar alt aber sauber, jedoch muffiger Geruch, Lebensmittelreste im Kühlschrank, volle Spülmaschine etc. Also auch nicht den Ansprüchen einer Ferienunterkunft entsprechend. Wir haben uns so unwohl gefühlt das wir am Folgetag abgereist sind. Für uns schade und eine kostspielige Erfahrung.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely time.
We had a very enjoyable stay in Ventenac. Lovely house, lovely region and even beat my son at ping pong!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Christine D., Middlesbrough UK

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peace and quiet - shame about the mosquitoes!
This was a lovely property that had everything we wanted had a great pool, comfortable bed great location but despite taking every precaution we were badly bitten. We have been coming to France for the last 40yrs and have never ever been bitten like we were this year, and although haven’t been in the South for about 4 yrs Tiger mosquitoes were just starting to raise their heads at that time - sadly even with precautions of spray, candles, long sleeves we couldn’t sit out to eat during the evening without ending up with severe bites. Maybe cutting back some of the shrubbery or setting mosquito traps would help but if you come to this area be prepared !
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clarissa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gerne wieder!
Das Minervois ist kulturell und landschaftlich eine wunderschöne Gegend und das Haus ist ein super Ausgangspunkt, um die Gegend zu erkunden. Im Haus ist alles was man braucht, der Pool ist super für eine schnelle Abkühlung. Die Gegend ist sehr ruhig, man ist aber auch schnell in netten Dörfern oder am Strand. Wir waren zwei Wochen da, zu zweit und zu viert, und beides hat gut gepasst. Aufpassen: wenn man aus dem Pool steigt, können die Fliesen sehr rutschig werden...
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Doug Barrass.

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We, Douglas and Norma Barrass bought this property in 2019 and look forward to welcoming guests for the holiday season.
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