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Le Théron lies in the foothills of the Montagne Noire with views over the vineyards of the Minervois to the Pyrenees and the snow capped peak of Mount Canigou.
"The Cottage" dates back to the 18th Century and once provided separate accommodation for three families. Now carefully restored into a three bedroomed cottage it provides first class vacation rental accommodation for six people in a quiet, rural setting.
The Minervois, in the Languedoc Roussillon Region , is a lovely spot to visit at any time of the year. Spring and autumn are balmy (the flora in Spring is superb). July and August are hot. Winter days are cool but usually bright with warm sun; you can sit outside for lunch on most days.
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Siran lies at the foot of the Black Mountain in the canton of Olonzac, half way between Roman Narbonne and Medieval Carcassonne. First established as a stopping-off point for the Roman Legions being sent into Gaul, retired legionnaires built villas here.
In the 13th century for want of a greater water supply and also for defence during the anti-Cathar crusades the village was moved a mile down the hill and became a chateau - a village surrounded by ramparts. They left their jewel of a 13th century church behind but continued to come back over the centuries to worship and care for it.
Our domain, Le Théron, nestles on the hillside below the 12th century church. Its name is Occitan (the original language of the Languedoc ) for "bubbling stream" and refers to the stream which runs through our "campagne" of 12 acres of pines, vines, meadows and hillsides covered in thyme and lavender.
We are quiet and secluded, about 1.5 miles along a quiet lane from the centre of the village. The lane ends at Le Theron so there is no through traffic to disturb your peace and calm. We consider it a perfect setting; private but with shops and services just a few minutes away.
The region around Le Théron is steeped in history; palaeolithic dolmens, Roman remains, Cathare castles, bastides, the Canal du Midi, the medieval fortified city of Carcasssone.
The countryside is magnificent. We have mountains, rivers, lakes and gorges all set in a sea of vineyards and olive groves.
Drive east for less then an hour and you'll find the sandy beaches of the Mediterranean, drive south if you want to ski in the Pyrenees in winter. Barcelona is only 2 1/2 hours away by motorway. Toulouse and Montpellier are even closer.
For those who wish to discover the delights of the local ‘pays’, we have established special relationships with many local businesses and people so that visitors may participate in varied activities. These can include:
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A comprehensive information package is available in the cottage with local information as well as suggestions for visits further afield.
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The cottage at Le Théron was the original farmhouse dwelling of the wine grower on the domain. It is at least 200 years old and stands in its own private garden with terrace looking south over the valley of the Corbières to the Pyrenees.
Recently renovated throughout, the cottage retains all the typical features of the Languedoc style - the exposed beams, stone staircase and open fire.
The beds have duvets and English sized pillows. A baby's cot can be made available. Equipment includes washing machine, vacuum cleaner, dishwasher, fridge freezer, microwave and conventional oven, electric toaster, electric kettle, barbecue, TV and full electric heating. There is a hair dryer for the ladies.
Ground floor :
Kitchen / diner: fully equipped
Sitting room: with open fire
Study / TV lounge
Downstairs toilet / washbasin
First floor :
Three bedrooms sleep six persons:
Bedroom 1: two single beds with its own shower room, toilet, wash basin;
Bedroom 2: double bed;
Bedroom 3: two single beds.
Bathroom: with bath / shower, toilet and washbasin.
Outside :
Terrasse, Furnished
Barbecue, Enclosed Garden
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Telephone : A prepayment telephone is available in The Cottage for outgoing calls. We are on an ISDN link so you get a good quality signal when you hook up your modem to stay in touch with your e-mail while on holiday, if you wish.
Fax facilities can be made available.
| In-coming calls can be received on : | 04 68 27 81 53 (from within France) (+33) 468 27 81 53 (from overseas) |
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