Douceur de Vivre (TRU.30)

Douceur de Vivre is a 4/5 bedroomed villa, sleeping 6 + 2 under 14 (+ baby), on the edge of the village of Rodilhan (Gard), 5km E of Nîmes, 25km S of Uzès, 25km NW of Arles, 50km N of the coast at La Grande-Motte (Michelin map: 526 / 527). VFB is delighted to have featured this property since 2006. Saturday arrival.

A detached modern villa set in delightful, private grounds near a small village on the outer suburbs of Nîmes. On two floors, the interior is spacious and well equipped to provide accommodation of an excellent standard. Décor of cream and chocolate brown downstairs and the floral design of the bedrooms upstairs add to the overall contemporary style, while modern fittings and comfortable furnishings maintain a home-from-home ambience. Outdoor facilities here are second to none, with table tennis, barbecue, boules pitch, table football and private swimming pool (12m x 6m, depth 1m50 - 2m80) available on the spot, all enclosed within the sunny, walled garden, a short stroll from local shops and restaurants. All the sights of Roman Provence in Nîmes, Arles and Orange within half an hour's drive; the historic town of Avignon at 45km and the reputed beach of La Grande-Motte at 50km. A high quality, comfortable property with excellent outdoor facilities.

Accommodation: Ground floor: open-plan sitting/dining room, kitchen, conservatory, 1 double and 1 twin-bedded room, bathroom, separate wc. First floor: 1 twin-bedded and 2 single rooms, (the twin room is only accessible via one of the single rooms) shower room with wc, cot. This property is particularly suited to indoor and out-of-season living, due to a higher than average level of comfort.

Activities: Private swimming pool on the spot (available May – September), table tennis, table football and boules pitch on the spot. Tennis courts opposite the property (20€ per week, payable to the owner). Horseriding in the village. Golf course and leisure centre in Nîmes.

Services: Most shops and services in the village. Supermarket at 3km. All other shops and services in Nîmes. Market on Saturdays in Uzès and Arles, daily market in Nîmes. Parking for 2 cars in the garage, additional on-street parking.

Location
On the edge of the village of Rodilhan (Gard), 5km E of Nîmes, 25km S of Uzès, 25km NW of Arles, 50km N of the coast at La Grande-Motte. Michelin map: 526 / 527.
 
Activities
Private swimming pool on the spot (available May – September), table tennis, table football and boules pitch on the spot. Tennis courts opposite the property (20€ per week, payable to the owner). Horseriding in the village. Golf course and leisure centre in Nîmes.
 
Services
Most shops and services in the village. Supermarket at 3km. All other shops and services in Nîmes. Market on Saturdays in Uzès and Arles, daily market in Nîmes. Parking for 2 cars in the garage, additional on-street parking.
 
Description
A detached modern villa set in delightful, private grounds near a small village on the outer suburbs of Nîmes. On two floors, the interior is spacious and well equipped to provide accommodation of an excellent standard. Décor of cream and chocolate brown downstairs and the floral design of the bedrooms upstairs add to the overall contemporary style, while modern fittings and comfortable furnishings maintain a home-from-home ambience. Outdoor facilities here are second to none, with table tennis, barbecue, boules pitch, table football and private swimming pool (12m x 6m, depth 1m50 - 2m80) available on the spot, all enclosed within the sunny, walled garden, a short stroll from local shops and restaurants. All the sights of Roman Provence in Nîmes, Arles and Orange within half an hour's drive; the historic town of Avignon at 45km and the reputed beach of La Grande-Motte at 50km. A high quality, comfortable property with excellent outdoor facilities. Featured by VFB since 2006.
 
Accommodation
Ground floor: access via terrace up 4 steps to hall, telephone (incoming and local outgoing calls only)
 
·     Kitchen (4m10 x 2m50) with gas hob (4 rings), electric oven, microwave, fridge with freezer compartment, dishwasher. Tiled floor. Conservatory with comfortable seating, dining table and chairs
·     Living/dining room (8m50 x 5m10) with television, CD and DVD players. Tiled floor. Air-conditioning unit. Internet access
·     Bedroom 1 (4m x 2m90) with double bed (1m40), flat screen TV. Tiled floor
·     Bedroom 2 (5m15 x 3m05) with 2 single beds. Tiled floor. French window to garden
·     Bathroom with bath with shower attachment. Tiled floor
·     Separate wc
·     Conservatory – down 3 steps (6m x 3m70). Tiled floor, door to side terrace
·      Utility room with 2 washing machines and tumble dryer
 
First floor: landing with piano
 
·    Bedroom 3 (3m x 2m60) with single bed (1m20), ceiling fan. Tiled floor
·    Bedroom 4 (2m95 x 2m50) with single bed (0m90), ceiling fan. Tiled floor. Door to Bedroom 5
·    Bedroom 5 (accessed through bedroom 4 - 7m45 x 2m5) with 2 single beds (0m80), two free-standing fans. Tiled floor. (This bedroom is accessed through bedroom 4)
·    Shower room with wc. Tiled floor
 
Breakage deposit: 125€ Sleeps: 6 adults + 2 under 14 + baby MAXIMUM (cot & high chair available)
 
Bed linen and household linen included - Heating: gas central (not included) - Electricity and water not included - Wood not included.

Note:  Average water consumption is about 10€ per week.

At certain times of the year the property can be reduced in size by closing off the first floor.
 
Reference: TRU.30X   Breakage deposit: 125€   Sleeps: 4 + baby MAXIMUM (cot & high chair available)
 
Comments
“Many thanks to M & Mme Trullu for their warmth and hospitality. You will find that they are really lovely and happy to help.” “A most enjoyable two week stay. Villa was comfortable and we made the most of the pool, which was well maintained.”
      
Description updated May 2010