House in Portiragnes , Hérault

There are opportunities for horse riding and a variety of water sports at the plage. The whole area is perfect for walking, A short drive will take you to wonderful gorge walks and canoeing for the more adventurous. Nightlife can be found just along the coast at Valras & Cap d Agde 20 mins drive.

Cooker & Oven Fridge with freezer compartment Table and 4 chairs Large kitchen Windows open onto the quiet square creating a feeling of openspace Stereo CD & Radio

Local activities include tennis courts at the village sports ground walking and cycling along the canal either to the beach or into Beziers (bike hire at the plage) or just relax by the canal only a few steps away you will find Bars and Restaurants

This traditional 3 story village home restored in 2006 makes a wonderful base for that romantic/ chillout holiday away from the hustle and bustle.

Beach only 5 mins by car ideal for children no long car journeys!!!

A charming little house full character situated overlooking a small quiet square (no through traffic) in the old quarter of Portiragnes village,

There is a ground floor kitchen diner, fully equiped for those meals in,large kitchen Windows open onto the quiet square creating a feeling of openspace or alternatively try one of the local cafes or restaurants close by to enjoy the cafe culture.

First floor accomodation has the master bedroom and bathroom, and on the second floor you will find the lounge with views over the rooftops.The lounge has a double sofa bed ,TV & DVD bring your favourite films.

Access to the first and second floors is via a spiral staircase ( not suitable for very young children ). The house has been tastefully decorated & furnished with comfort being a priority.

Portiragnes Village
The village is approx 2 miles from the sea with miles of lovely sandy Mediterranean beaches backed by sand dunes. There are bars, shops and restaurants at the beach area.
The historic Canal du Midi made famous by Rick Stein?s recent BBC programme French Odyssey flows by the village before heading for the sea.

The village centre has shops, small supermarket, two bars and restaurants as well as wine caves selling local wine.


The Region

Said to be the sunniest in the whole of France and benefits from a Mediterranean microclimate. Vineyards surround the village and tasting the local produce is recommended. The closest town is Beziers 10 mins drive,a lovely old cathedral town with excellent shopping, other towns of interest are Carcassonne world heritage site 50 mins, Narbonne, Adge & Sete with its many waterways and lovely waterside restaurants all closeby.

Spanish border and Pyrenees are approx. 2 hrs drive away.

How to get there

Airports
Beziers 5 mins
Montpellier 45mins Carcassonne 50 mins
Toulouse 1hr 50 mins
Perpignan 2 hrs

Airlines incl. Easyjet, Ryanair, BA & Flybe

By Road
The village is easily reached by the motorway network.

By Rail
Beziers and Montpellier have railway stations (TGV) with nearby car rental.