Long Term Let in Roquebrun, Languedoc - France.

Marguerite - Roquebrun House
Herault, Languedoc
2 bedroom sleeps up to 7

Short term Languedoc holiday lets also now available!

Marguerite is a newly renovated, charming stone fronted village house in the heart of the old medieval village of Roquebrun. The house benefits from having the living and eating areas at the top of the house to make the most of the wonderful light and views.

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Top 7 Holiday Destinations in France*

1) The Languedoc Roussillon
The Languedoc-Roussillon is bounded by the Auvergne, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, the Mediterranean sea, Spain and the Midi-Pyrénées.

The Massif Central is the north western border. The Cévennes Mountains cover much of the old province, reaching their highest point in the northeast. The southern part is a low coastal plain along the Mediterranean Sea, where the region enjoys a Mediterranean climate.

Throughout the original Roussillon area, Catalan is widely spoken - French, the official language, is spoken with a heavy Catalan accent. Regional cuisine relies heavily on olive oil and garlic and the warm winters and hot, dry summers produce vast quantities of inexpensive wine. Béziers is the centre for the wine trade in the Hérault department.


2) Brittany (Bretagne)
Situated in the extreme northwest of France, the Region of Brittany is known for its scenic villages, towns and picturesque landscapes.

Its rugged indented coastline is littered with small and pretty fishing villages. To the north the region has a rocky landscape and to the south sandy, sun swept beaches.

Fishing, farming and tourism are the important sectors of Brittany's economy and of the three, fishing is the mainstay. Rennes is the capital of Brittany.


3) The Aquitaine - Dordogne
From the flat, sandy plains and pine forests of the Landes to the beautiful lagoon of the Bassin d'Arcachon... Aquitaine is immensely diverse.

Bordeaux is one of the best and most established wine growing regions in France, with brandy lovers visiting the town of Cognac.

Towards the Pyrenees a Spanish feel takes hold in the popular resorts of Bayonne and Biarritz and the valley of the Dordogne provides a sharp contrast. With its old stone houses, gentle rolling hills and high quality of life, the Dordogne region - and the town of Eymet in particular - is a magnet for Britons looking to start a new life abroad.


4) Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
The Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region is located in the south-east of France. The western border of the region consists of the plains of Comtat, Crau, and Camargue.

The regions boundaries are the Rhone River to the west, the Mediterranean Sea to the south and Italy to the east, which is dominated by the Alpes. The region is rich in flower fields, vineyards, orchards and olive and mulberry groves. The capital of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur is Marseille and other principal cities are Aix-en-Provence, Arles, Cannes, Nice and Toulon.


5) Poitou Charentes
Poitou-Charentes, located in the west of central France, is bounded by Pays-de-la-Loire, Centre, Limousin, Aquitaine and the Bay of Biscay.

The areas of Poitou and Charente are joined by the Charente River valley, which hosts the vines of the Cognac on the right bank. Poitiers is the capital of Poitou-Charentes.

The Massif Central and Massif Armoricain, cover the regions southeast and northwest respectively and the area in between is a lowland plateau that hosts the Vienne and Clain rivers.


6) The Limousin
If you are looking for rural France head to the Limousin with its woodland, green hills, pasture land, rivers & lakes.

Located in central France, Limousin sits on a series of rolling plateaus in the northwestern Massif Central. It is bounded by the regions of Centre, Auvergne, Midi-Pyrénées, Dordogne and Poitou-Charente.

The Blond Mountains are located in the southwest, between the Vienne and Gartempe rivers, and rise to more than 1600 feet. The Ambazac Mountains (Monts d'Ambazac), to the east, rise to more than 2300 feet.


7) The Pays de la Loire
By road, the region of the Pays-De-La-Loire is easily reached in a few hours from any of the Channel crossings, though the ports of St. Malo and Caen (sailings from Portsmouth) offer the shortest drive. Nantes also has an airport.

The Pays de la Loire includes the part of the Loire valley downstream from Saumur. The ancient houses of Anjou and Plantagenet held sway here, and history lurks on every corner.


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Self Catering Holiday Homes In France

The choice of self-catering holiday homes in France is huge and you can find a French villa in historic towns of Brittany, Normandy and Bordeaux, beautiful Chateaux in the Loire valley and ski chalets in the breathtaking French Alps and Pyrenees.

Throughout France you will find glorious countryside regions like Dordogne, the Loire Valley and Provence. Travelling in France, you can find both upmarket resorts and ‘away from it all hideaways'. There are stylish holiday villas in France, and pretty French Gites with a pool and also farmhouse cottages to rent. The pace of life and outdoor living is simple and you'll soon acclimatise. Although French cuisine has a great reputation, regional variations do exist, but you'll rarely go wrong with a ‘Plat de jour', or dish-of-the-day.

Vibrant cities such as Paris and Marseilles offer an exciting buzz and provide a great choice of top hotels and private apartments, all in a cosmopolitan atmosphere which is ideal for a short stay or city break. If you are touring, remember that France produces many of the world's best known wines, all from its famous vineyards in Burgundy, Bordeaux, and the Rhone valley.

In terms of summer holiday accommodation France offers numerous opportunities for holidaymakers to rent properties to suit your pocket. Located near seaside resorts or scattered around the coasts, some will easily tempt you to visit France for your next vacation. If you take a drive along the Cote d'Azur, you'll see it's the celebrity playground for the rich and famous. You'll love St Tropez, Nice and especially Cannes, a beautiful resort with stylish hotels, lavish restaurants, and fabulous yachts, laying silently moored in the Marina.

During winter, you'll find an abundance of great holiday resorts to choose from. If you are keen on skiing or just love the snow, there are beautiful resorts in the Haute-Savoie Rhone-Alps that will satisfy the most demanding skier. France also boasts opportunities in Val d'Isere and the Pyrenees, providing quality ski-lift facilities and great accommodation throughout. The mountain regions are superbly organised and ensure the quality of all chalet-accommodation is maintained, whilst providing spectacular snow-covered scenery for you to enjoy the perfect family ski holiday.

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Poitou Charentes, France

Poitou-Charentes, located in the west of central France, is bounded buy Pays-de-la-Loire, Centre, Limousin, Aquitaine and the Bay of Biscay. The areas of Poitou and Charente are joined by the Charente River valley, which hosts the vines of the Cognac on the right bank. Poitiers is the capital of Poitou-Charentes. The Massif Central and Massif Armoricain, cover the regions south east and north west respectively and the area in between is a lowland plateau that hosts the Vienne and Clain rivers.

Long term lets.
Follow the links to see our extensive, growing selection of properties for long term let in the Poitou Charentes region. For your convenience the listings are arranged into the four departments Charente, Charente Maritime, Deux Sèvres and Vienne.

Short term holiday lets.
If you're looking for shorter term lets or holiday rentals in the Poitou Charentes you can visit the short term section again arranged into departments of the Charente, Charente Maritime, Deux Sèvres and the Vienne.

Holiday Villa in the Cote d'Azur

Villa Cap Sud
Cote d'Azur
3 bedrooms, sleeps 6

Beautifully furnished apartment with 3 large bedrooms and a lounge/dining area that offers stunning views of the Med. Benefiting from a superb swimming pool to relax by, this place is well worth a look. Please follow the link for more information and direct contact with the owners of this holiday apartment in the South of France.

Villa for long term let in the Languedoc

Villa Vergeze
Gard, Languedoc
3 bedroom, sleeps 6

Located just 25 minutes from the Mediterranean coast the Villa Vergeze is in an ideal location in the Languedoc to explore Europe. The Languedoc-Roussillon is one of the most stunning regions of southern France and is a melting pot of different European people & cultures, from the ports of Marseille, Camargue, Sete into northern Spain, St. Sebastian. Follow the link for more inforation and direct contact with the owner of this long term let in the Languedoc.

Villa Vergeze can also be let short term as a holiday villa in the Languedoc.

Holiday Gite in Normandy, France

Les Petites Ondes Holiday Gite
Manche, Lower Normandy
1 bed plus mezzanine, sleeps 2 to 4
This Gite is also available for Long Term Lets in Normandy

On the Normandy/Brittany border, 'Les Petites Ondes' is a cottage situated on the edge of Pontorson, 10km from the Mont Saint Michel. This granite built holiday gite (now also available for long term lets) has been renovated and furnished to a very high standard. Cosy and ideal for 2 to 4 people, this self catering cottage also offers you a lovely southern view across farmland.

Follow the link for further details and direct contact with the owner of this delightful holiday gite in Normandy.

Holiday Cottage In Brittany

La Cour - Jasmine Cottage
Morbihan, Brittany
2 bedroom, sleeps 5

Located in the quiet hamlet of Paimbu, just 1km from the village of Masserac. This delightful gite is well situated for reaching the many beaches and attractions of southern Brittany and the Loire Atlantique. Jasmine Cottage has an open plan living area with traditional log burner, English satellite TV, DVD player and CD player. Follow the link for more information and owner contact details for this Gite in Brittany.

Travelling on the Paris Metro

Paris isn’t as large as London or New York, but you still might find yourself in need of public transportation for your holiday in Paris. For that you have the Paris Metro. The Metro came about in 1845 although the first line wasn’t completed until 1900. Since then it has made quite a name for itself as one of the most comprehensive subway systems in the world. Efficient as a means of public transportation, the Paris Metro has 211 km of tracks and 14 lines in total. Shuttling a whopping 3500 cars between the 380 stations across Paris, the Metro has a stop at almost every attraction, neighbourhood and park in the city. In fact, it is said that every building is within 500 metres of a station entrance.

Over time the Paris Metro has become a sightseeing attraction of its own. Some of the stations are amazing in architecture and design. For example, the station stop for the Louvre makes you feel like you have pulled right into the museum with marble walls and art replicas. The station stop for the Rodin Museum has a replica of The Thinker. Line 12 even has a spiral staircase leading to Art Nouveau entrance. Travelling the Metro can be an experience in its own right, but before you get on there are some travel tips that you may want to consider.

* Keep in mind that a single ticket is valid for your whole trip including connections so you need to keep your ticket on you at all times until you leave at the final destination. If you lose it or drop it, it can be an instant cash fine.
* Always guard yourself against pick-pockets who are very creative like the city itself. Although crime is low, just be careful particularly on the escalator up to the street. Men should keep their wallets in their front pocket and ladies should hold their purses securely with their hands.

To find your way around the Paris Metro is very easy. The signage is plentiful and simple to follow. Every station offers a large map to show you where you need to go and all the lines are colour coded for easy to read transits. There are numerous connections so you can get on and off at will and chances are you won’t get too lost, and with moving sidewalks between lines you won’t have to walk too far either. Some stations even have computerised route finders to help you find several routes to your destination.

The tickets for the Paris Metro can be bought at station counters each time or you could choose a book of tickets that will last you over the course of your holiday to Paris, saving you money at the same time. These books can be bought at many different retailers around the city. Lastly, you have the choice of buying an unlimited daily pass available in several denominations so that you can hop on and hop off whenever you choose from the morning till when the Paris Metro closes at night which is around 1:00 am.


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