L’Oppidum

A converted winery with large garden and heated swimming pool, in the village of Paguignan, near Saint-Jean-de-Minervois. The house offers comfortable and spacious accommodation for seven persons. Three bedrooms, two bathrooms, heated swimming pool, terraces, garden, WiFi Internet access, bicycles available, sleeps 7.

The house is approached from the drive (space for three cars) at one end of the garden. As you walk up to the house, you'll notice the free-form swimming pool (10mt long) and the ancient olive tree beside it. The house is surrounded by terraces, so you can make the most of the outdoor living. The name of the house comes from the fact that it is built on the site of a Roman oppidum. From parts of the garden there are wonderful views over the countryside. There are many interesting walks and hikes in the immediate vicinity. Seven adult bicycles are available for guests free of charge. The owner lives next door and is able to cater lunches or dinners for you.

The front door leads into the living room, which is furnished with sofa and easy chairs, coffee table, Television, DVD player and a CD/radio/cassette player. The dining area is furnished with a large dining table and chairs, and a traditional buffet. The kitchen is fully equipped with gas cooker, electric oven, microwave oven, dishwasher and fridge/freezer, electric coffee maker, electric kettle, blender and toaster. From the kitchen, a door leads to the terrace at the front of the house, which is shaded by a grapevine covered pergola, and furnished with comfortable chairs for lounging and relaxing, and a dining table, chairs and sun umbrella.

The area between the house and the swimming pool is paved in a traditional way with river stones. Two large tables are set up, one on the terrace by the side of the house, which is pleasantly shaded, and another near the swimming pool. Sun loungers are available around the pool, allowing you to make the most of this tranquil and idyllic setting. A heat-pump allows the pool to be heated.

On the ground floor is the first of the three bedrooms. It is furnished with two single beds (90 x 200 cm), which can be placed together or apart. The mezzanine above is furnished with a further single bed. Adjacent is a bathroom with walk-in shower, marble wash hand basin, WC and washing machine. A door leads from this bathroom to the terrace and pool area.

Stairs lead from the kitchen to the first floor where two more bedrooms are located. The master bedroom is a vast room which overlooks the side of the house. It has a cool marble floor and the French door allows the sunlight to stream in. The king size bed can be split into two single beds. The second bedroom overlooks the front of the house. As in the master bedroom, the king size bed can be split into two single beds. Both bedrooms have access to the bathroom on this floor, which is equipped with a shower cabin, WC and wash hand basin.