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Great Old Bastide: A Magical Gathering Getaway in a Perched Hamlet with Views

Great Old Bastide: A Magical Gathering Getaway in a Perched Hamlet with Views

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View on the Medieval and authentic Hamlet of Esparon, where the houe is located.
Bedroom 1: La Suite is a Master Bedroom with is adjacent to the Office Suite.
Outdoor dining
Terrace 2 with breathtaking views. An outdoor table with chairs.
Bedroom 5: "Chambre Mérovingienne": 1 Double Twin with 2 Single beds for 2

Overview of Great Old Bastide: A Magical Gathering Getaway in a Perched Hamlet with Views

4.6 out of 5 Wonderful
8 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 16390 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Bez-Et-Esparon, Occitanie
  • Popular LocationMusee Cevenol9 min drive
  • Popular LocationCausses and the Cévennes, Mediterranean agro-pastoral Cultural Landscape13 min drive
  • Popular LocationCévennes National Park20 min drive
  • AirportMontpellier (MPL-Montpellier - Mediterranean)115 min drive

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1: La Suite

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2: L'Albizia

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3: Le Nid d'Aigle

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4 : Le Studio

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 5: Mérovingienne

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 6: Carolingienne

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 7: Le Moine

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 8: La Glycine

1 Queen Bed

Office 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 5

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining Area

About this property

Great Old Bastide: A Magical Gathering Getaway in a Perched Hamlet with Views

You are in the South of France and you feel you are on the top of the world, between mountain and sky. Perfect for gentle family living, with friends between mountain and sky. La Bastide d'Esparon is spacious with high ceilings and has an Indoor-Outdoor feeling. You will all have your privacy, even if you are amongst family or friends.

Two great big old houses converted for gentle family living, linked by a terrace outside, doors inside: ideal for a family or a group of up to 16 friends with 8 bedrooms and 11 beds, plus 2 Sofa beds on 380 square meters with 3 outdoor terraces.

La Bastide d'Esparon is a haven full of breathtaking views in a uniquely authentic medieval hamlet perched on an eagle's nest at 650 meters high.
The hamlet has a medieval church, oven and running fountain. It is an authentic Cevenol hamlet with eagle's views onto the Cevennes mountains and Les Causses.

La Bastide is a typical Cevenol stone house. A very well restored and refined atmosphere, with high ceilings, white walls, and a great feeling of luminousness. Some say it was the location of the old Merovingian castle. The house still has old sinks, carved stones, vaulted ceilings, which attest to its past history.
You are in the South of France and you feel you are on the top of the world, between mountain and sky. You are living indoor and outdoor with constant views from the windows and terraces on the untouched and intact sunny countryside of Les Cevennes Meridionales with its rolling mountains, high plateaux and big sky.

A well-restored place, much loved by the creative, colour-conscious family who have owned it for 50 years. Everywhere are lovely Kilim rugs and pieces brought back from the owners' travels – fine old wooden chests, antique wardrobes, contemporary art and books. A most atmospheric, esthetic retreat from the busy world cooled by mountain breezes in the blistering summer, with superb walks, rivers for swimming or canoeing down in the valley, unusual excursions galore - and just 6 kilometers from all shopping.

The hamlet of Esparon is an untouched medieval village dating from the XI th century in a very picturesque ensemble of 25 houses with a chapel and a running fountain, and remains of ramparts and towers. It is located in The Parc National des Cevennes protected by the UNESCO World Heritage for its authentic natural landscapes.

La Bastide d'Esparon is situated in the Languedoc-Roussillon. 40 minutes from Montpellier and Nîmes airports, bus and train stations. From here, you can visit the area of The Languedoc, Les Cevennes, Les Causses and go to all the great summer festivals of theatre in Avignon, photography in Arles and Sete, lyrical opera in Aix or just take great walks and enjoy the fantastic rivers and trails as well as the untouristy quality of the region.

DESCRIPTION OF THE HOUSE
Two great old houses converted for gentle family living, linked by an inside staircase as well as terraces outside: La Bastide has been created to accommodate for friendly and family gatherings.
The Bastide d'Esparon is a special place to stay for up to 16 guests with two independent stone houses which were probably one years back and which I reunited.
I linked the 2 houses by terraces outside and staircases inside with two separate entrances and kitchens allowing for the perfect privacy of one or two families or a group of friends.
The house is on two floors:
Le Haut (the top) and Le Bas (the lower) which are connected by a terrace and an interior staircase with a door. Each floor has a separate entrance for the privacy of each party. There is an additional Guest House which is independant and connected by a terrace to the Le haut and Le Bas.

THE HAMLET OF ESPARON
La Bastide d'Esparon is located in the untouched and intact hamlet of Esparon which is a 'Village Classé'. It is a dead end, you reach it after 3 kilometers uphill and then you are at 700 meters--the eagle’s-eye views are amazing and it is genuine rural France overlooking the National Park of the Cevennes as well as the high plateaux of Les Causses.
The area of the Cevennes is part of the UNESCO World Heritage for its authentic natural landscapes. La Bastide d'Esparon is situated in the Languedoc-Roussillon in the Deaprtement of Le Gard.
40 minutes from Montpellier and Nîmes airports, bus and train stations. From here, you can visit the area of The Languedoc, Les Cevennes, Les Causses and go to all the great summer festivals of Avignon, Arles, Sete, Aix or just take great walks and enjoy the fantastic rivers and untouristy quality of the region.

WHAT WE DO THERE AND YOU MIGHT ENJOY ALSO
We usually leave for the day and either go to one of the many local rivers with a picnic, or we head off one of the many trail discovering new vistas, or we go to the many cultural cities in the environment, or we go in the Camargue for a swim in the Mediterranean or we just read a good book on the terrace or we take a walk in the village or we go to the local market, or we go to the Brocante, or we go horseback riding, or we go canoeing..
And more:

-Walking distance from many GR Walking trails and local farms and refreshing rivers. ?-In The Parc National des Cevennes. Esparon is a Village Classe. In the UNESCO World Patrimony. 1-0 minutes from Le Vigan for shopping and local farmer's market.

-20 minutes from beautiful rivers in La Vis or l'Herault -30 minutes from Le Cirque de Navacelles, The Templar Village of La Couvertoirade. -
-30 minutes from Le Mont Aigual. -
1:30 minutes from Nimes, Montpellier and Millau.
-2:30 hour from Avignon, Marseilles, La Camargue and The Mediterranean.

You will live inside and outside with the 3 terraces. Your sleep will be perfect. The local market is fantastic with only local products, most organic. Perfect for nature-lovers who love to walk and hike on the great trails, go to the surrounding rivers and picnic. Cook at home and enjoy the sunsets and sunrises.

Property manager

Martine Fougeron

Languages

English, French, Spanish
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: less than 22 lb per pet (limit one pet total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bez-et-Esparon

Located in Bez-et-Esparon, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Musee Cevenol and Silk Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Les Accros d'Anjeau and Acro Roc des Infruts. Scuba diving and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cave exploring and mountain biking nearby.

What's nearby

  • Musee Cevenol - 9 min drive
  • Causses and the Cévennes, Mediterranean agro-pastoral Cultural Landscape - 13 min drive
  • Les Accros d'Anjeau - 16 min drive
  • Cévennes National Park - 20 min drive
  • Le Jardin des Sambucs - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • Café des Cévennes - 10 min drive
  • Le 999 - 6 min drive
  • Camping le Val de l'Arre - 12 min drive
  • Le gîte du moulin - 11 min drive
  • Brasserie d'Assas - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Great Old Bastide: A Magical Gathering Getaway in a Perched Hamlet with Views pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 22 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Great Old Bastide: A Magical Gathering Getaway in a Perched Hamlet with Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Great Old Bastide: A Magical Gathering Getaway in a Perched Hamlet with Views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Great Old Bastide: A Magical Gathering Getaway in a Perched Hamlet with Views located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Musee Cevenol, Les Accros d'Anjeau and Causses and the Cévennes, Mediterranean agro-pastoral Cultural Landscape. Le Jardin des Sambucs and Cévennes National Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

4.6

Wonderful

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4.8/5

Cleanliness

4.5/5

Check-in

4.8/5

Communication

5/5

Location

4.3/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

4/5 Good

OLIVIER F.

Superbe bastide dans un lieu magnifique
Un groupe de 15personnes coutumie de ce type de location nous avons vraiment apprécié cette bastide de part sa decoration et son ambiance.Nous avons pleinement profite des différentes terrasses .Nous avons également apprécié les nombreux sentiers au départ de la bastide.Accueil conviviale et sympathique .Nous conseillons vivement cette location
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

4/5 Good

Martine C.

Région magnifique
Nous avons passé un séjour très agréable au calme. Cette bastide offre une vue magnifique sur les Cévennes. La maison est tellement grande qu'il vous faut plusieurs jours pour apprivoiser tous les recoins. Vous aurez le choix même si vous venez nombreux comme nous à 14, pour avoir des espaces de tranquilité, de détente. Petit bémol pour notre petit fils agé de 20 mois, les marches en pierre sont très hautes sur les terrasses et demandait beaucoup de surveillance ! Pour les activités, de belles randonnées sont à faire au départ de ce site mais aussi visiter les gorges de la Dourbie, le mont Aigual, le cirque de Navarelles : paysage époustouflant ! Vacances vraiement réussies !!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

5/5 Excellent

Jo J.

Great house in spectacular location
Our Party of 12 adults spent a wonderful 10 days at la Bastide d'Esparon. Everyone was delighted with the house, the restoration, furnishings and lovingly placed artefacts. The property is clean and well maintained and the caretaker very helpful. The whole place has a very special ambiance and every day started and ended with very convivial breakfasts and dinners on the terraces or around the table in the living room. The house is in a superb location with stunning views and although it is quite a steep road to reach it, the road was always empty and it was never a problem. There is a supermarket within 10 mins drive and shopping was easy. We walked every day, both from the house and on the GR's within a 25 km radius. There are some classic walks, spectacular views and lovely villages. It was a very happy stay in a very special place.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

5/5 Excellent

Florence R.

Staying at Esparon is a wonderful experience
Staying at Esparon is a wonderful experience. The location of the village is exceptional and makes you feel like staying at the top of the world, contemplating the wilderness from above, enjoying beautiful sunrises and sunsets, watching eagles in the sky. The house itself has very good vibes, with many terraces and great views on the countryside. It is decorated with lots of taste, artistic touches and much charm. The kitchen is large and great if you love cooking, the rooms are comfortable and very quiet, the living area is huge at it is outside and inside. The nature around is delicious, you can swim in fresh rivers or do great walks. I was very happy to have finally discovered the Cevennes, a place that many of my friends rave about. Martine is a great person with a wonderful sense of hospitality, something you can feel in every corner of her amazing house

5/5 Excellent

Odile I., Saint Ismier France

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paix et découverte
Parfait pour découvrir les Cévennes du Sud,ses villages ,ses rivières ses sentiers magnifiques et très bien entretenus. La maison est superbe dans la splendeur des vielles pierres,des générations passées avec un sentiment de paix. Chacun a trouvé son espace avec la joie de nous retrouver pour des repas en terrasse.. Une reussite
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Martine Fougeron

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I am a fine art photographer. I like spaces and colors. I was born in Paris, France and presently live in New York. I studied at LFNY, l’Institut d’Études Politiques de Paris, Wellesley College and the International Center of Photography.

The house in the South of France is a family house where i have spent my summers since I was 5 years old. I am a photographer working in New York. This has been my country house where I have spent many summers and it is a perfect contrast from the city life. I like the perfect calm and the luminous space I have in this house with the great views on the rolling hills and the light on the mountains of the Cevennes and the high plateaux of the Causses.
This house is my sanctuary. I love the evenings watching the sunset with a glass of rose on the southern terrace, going to the rivers with a picnic, hiking in the mountains or just reading Petrarque.

Why they chose this property

We have owned this property for 50 years. It is our haven. it is a luminous house full of breathtaking views on untouched rolling mountains. A most atmospheric, æsthetic retreat from the busy world, cooled by mountain breezes in the blistering summer, with superb walks, rivers for swimming or canoeing down in the valley, unusual excursions galore - and just 9km from all shopping.
The Local market is fantastic with only local products, most organic. Perfect for nature-lovers who love to walk and hike on the great trails, go to the surrounding rivers and picnic.

La Bastide d'Esparon is on two floors: Le Haut and Le Bas connected by a terrace and an interior staircase. Each floor has a sperate entrance. The Guest House is independant and connected by a terrace.

Breathtaking 360 degree views on the mountains and high plateaux. At sunset, I can never marvel enough with my glass of rose and the local roquefort.
Great walks and rivers.
Fantastic sun and fresh air.
Beautiful medieval hamlet.
Untouched region. Few tourists.
Perfect calm
A haven
Living indoor and outdoor
For nature lovers
Medieval hamlet with 25 Typical Cevenole Houses with XIth century chapel and fountain
House is comfortable and refined, high ceilings, big with 3 terraces.

What makes this property unique

Bastide d'Esparon is located in the small and untouched hamlet of Esparon 6 kilometers from Le Vigan in the untouched Cevennes Meridionales. The eagle’s-eye views are amazing, the calm absolute, genuine rural France; Situated in The Parc National des Cevennes in the Departement du Gard (Languedoc Roussillon Region). 40 minutes from Montpellier and Nîmes by train or plane.
A most atmospheric, æsthetic retreat from the busy world, cooled by mountain breezes in the blistering summer, with superb walks, rivers for swimming or canoeing down in the valley, unusual excursions galore - and just 9km from all shopping. The Local market is fantastic with only local products, most organic.
Perfect for nature-lovers who love to walk and hike on the great trails, go to the surrounding rivers and picnic and yet like to be in a refined home, well decorated which has a very spacious feeling. With its 3 terraces and big windows, you feel that you are living outside in Nature from the house.
Located in The Parc National des Cevennes, you can walk in the hamlet without cars, go and see the XI century roman chapel and into a pine forest on the top of the eagle's nest, or head off for one of the many GR Trails which start from the hamlet.

Bastide d'Esparon is located in the untouched and intact XI century hamlet of Esparon which is a 'Village Classé'. You are at 700 meters--the eagle’s-eye views are amazing and it is genuine rural France. This part of the Cevennes is a UNESCO World Heritage.

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