| Summary |
The Mas de L'Elze is a rambling collection of old stone buildings, clinging to a sun-drenched, south facing slope on the edge of the Ardechois Cevennes. In the past, these buildings served a multitude of purposes typical of the local countryside: a silk-worm loft, a drying and smoking area for chestnuts, a barn for storing hay and raising geese and ducks for the "gavage". Now, they have been painstakingly and lovingly transformed into a set of completely independent luxury houses, from which you can fully appreciate the beauty and tranquility of the surrounding countryside. We three dwellings to receive visitors. Two - La Clede and La Magnanerie - are small, open plan houses for 2/4 and 2/3 people respectively, while the third - La Grange, is a larger house which sleeps 6. All houses share a 15x5m shared swimming pool....so you don't even have to go to the rivers to find water! They also share a 5-person jacuzzi. The latest addition is a gym, complete with treadmill, cross-trainer, rower, bike, stepper and a multi-gym - so you can stay trim while eating and drinking to excess!!!! There is also wireless ADSL access in all gites. |
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| Property Name | Mas de L'Elze, la Clede | |
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| Bedroom(s) | 1 Bedroom(s) Sleeps 4 | |
| Nearest Town |
Rocles, Rhone-Alps, France |
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| Pool | Yes | |
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| Detail |
La Clede provides comfortable accommodation for 2/4 people.It was originally used to dry chestnuts; a fire was lit on the ground floor which heated the chestnuts on the floor above. Now, the sleeping area is found on this floor, with a lounge/diner, open-plan kitchen and shower room underneath. Outside, there is a sheltered, south-facing private terrasse under one of the chestnut trees that supplied La Clede with its raw material. Accomodation details: ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Living Area: Sofa & chairs Coffee table Small table Bookcase Dining table & chairs Cassette/Radio Convector Shower room: Shower Sink Bidet WC Radiator Kitchen: 4-ring hob (3 gas, 1 electric) Oven/Grill Fridge Microwave Coffee machine Various electrical appliances Bedroom: Double bed with pillows (French-style) & duvet Bedside tables with lamps 1 or 2 single beds if required Wardrobe Chest of drawers Convector 2 chairs Useful extras: Iron Ironing board Hoover Barbeque Garden furniture Washing machine (in cave of la Grange) |
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| Location |
The Mas de L'Elze is situated roughly halfway between Largentiere and Valgorge, some 30 kilometres south-west of Aubenas, in the Department of the Ardeche. It is easily reached by road, the main A6 (Autoroute de Soleil) being only 75 minutes away. Attractions and Activities ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ The closest town to the Mas de L'Elze is Largentiere, dating back to medieval times, retaining its walls, gates and ancient winding cobbled streets. En route from there to Aubenas, you will find Balazuc, designated one of the most picturesque villages of France. The Tour de Brison, dominating the countryside to the south of L'Elze, has an interesting wartime history. The majestic gorges of the Ardeche, famous for their natural beauty, are a short drive away. Closer by are the valleys of the Beaume, Drobie and Chassezac, less well-known, but no less beautiful. The mountain range of the Tanargue forms a backdrop to the setting sun in the west. An unusual natural phenomenon to be found nearby is the Bois de Paiolive, a labyrinth of white rocks eroded into strange and fantastic shapes. You can enjoy the countryside while relaxing in the sun with a glass of local wine; alternatively, should you wish to get a little closer to nature, many opportunities for horse-riding, mountain-biking and hiking are available in the region. Canoeing is very popular and bathing (or fishing?) in the clear, cool local rivers is a pleasure not to be missed. Gastronomy ~~~~~~~~~~ The Ardeche is famous for its chestnuts. Privas, named "The World Capital of the Chestnut", is renowned for the production of chestnut puree and marrons glacees. You will find that this local produce forms the base of gateaux, cremes and even ice cream, as well as appearing in the form of stuffings and soups. A local speciality is the "caillette", a sort of meatball which also contains "blette", a vegetable whose leaves resemble spinach and whose stalk is not unlike celery. As you would expect from a country region, the production of cheese and charcuterie is common. Coucouron (blue) and Tomme are among the cheeses produced from cow's milk; in addition, many farms produce small quantities of goat's cheese. Unlike its neighbours of the Cotes du Rhone, the "Vivarais" Ardeche wine is not world-famous. It is nonetheless very drinkable! For example, the white Chardonnay is excellent as an aperitif or with white meats or fish, while the full-bodied Cabernet provides a fine accompaniment to game or red meat. |
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| How to get here | Please view our own site | |
Last Minute Bargain |
20% off for all UK residents | |
Special Offer |
20% off for all UK residents | |
| Prices |
The holiday prices shown below are the cost of the rental for the first week of The holiday prices shown below are the cost of the rental for the first week of occupancy;for subsequent weeks deduct €30 per gite. All prices are in Euros. 30 Aug - 26 Sept 500 27 Sept - 10 Oct 425 11 Oct - 19 Dec 350 20 Dec - 2 Jan 2009 500 3 Jan 2009 - 3 April 350 4 April - 15 May 425 16 May - 3 July 500 4 July - 28 Aug 750 29 Aug - 25 Sept 500 26 Sept - 9 Oct 425 10 Oct - 18 Dec 350 19 Dec - 1 Jan, 2010 500 We ask for a 20% deposit on reservation.We will refund your deposit if you have to cancel your holiday up to 6 weeks before the period reserved; after that time, we regret that the deposit is forfeit. |
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