Description
Villa Xavier is not a villa that came to life by chance. It is the labour of love of a skilled, local carpenter who put all his passion and savoir-faire into the creation of his home. The result is a unique, modern home made from quality materials and craftsmanship throughout…and just 10 minutes from magical Nîmes.
This is a newly built home, spacious and comfortable offering several relaxation areas both indoors and outdoors and a stunning private, heated swimming pool. Every detail seems to have been meticulously and lovingly considered, in order to create a modern masterpiece.
The large heated swimming pool on the wooden terrace is a highlight as it blends in beautifully with the modern lines of the garden with bright lawn, white pebble paths and olive trees all dotted about with meticulous care. A bioclimatic pergola with outdoor sofas, a large dining terrace and barbecue plus a heated jacuzzi on the upper terrace complete the picture outdoors.
Indoors the owner shows off his private wine collection in an underground cellar visible through a glass floor – it has a tasting area for guests who are welcome to purchase the wines. And when the outstanding local food and wine needs to be worked off, you can do so in your own private gym!
Furthermore, a concierge service is available for organising extra cleaning, meals from an outstanding local traiteur, breakfast, fitness coaching, wine tastings and numerous other activities and attractions on offer. Keen golfers can try their luck at the Golf de Vacquerolles, just 10 minutes away.
Just a 10-minute drive away is magical Nîmes, which boasts France’s finest collection of Roman remains, including the impressive 2000-year-old arena, la maison carrée, the Temple of Diana and the Tour Magne. The famous arena is the stage to spectacular events even today, such as concerts and bullfighting (killing-free!) and one of these should not be missed. Besides the Roman ruins, Nîmes also has a charming historic centre, tree-lined boulevards, parks, cathedrals and one of the oldest city parks in France, Les Jardins de la Fontaine.
If travelling in early June or mid-September, be sure not to miss one of France's biggest festivals, the Féria de Pentecote, where the streets of Nîmes come alive with bull-fighting, music, concerts and dancing.
Nîmes is also a gateway to Provence, Pont du Gard, the Cevennes National Park and even the Camargue. The sea is only 40 kilometres away and Uzès and Arles are only 30 and 40 minutes away.
Villa Xavier is a thing of beauty in an area full of history, charm and beautiful landscapes topped off with great wines and cuisine made for enjoying in the Mediterranean sunshine which produced them. /n Security deposit /n €3000 charged to clients' credit card prior to arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection. /n Arrival time /n 4.00 p.m. – other times on request. /n Departure time /n 10.00 a.m. – other times on request. /n Energy costs included? /n Yes. /n Linen & towels included? /n Yes, including pool towels. /n End of stay cleaning included? /n Yes. However, guests are required to leave the accommodation clean, tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival. Any extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or garbage disposal required will be charged against the security deposit. /n Changeover day /n Saturday. Other days may be possible on request. /n Pets welcome? /n No. /n Smoking Allowed? /n Outside only. /n Minimum stay /n 7 nights. /n Heating costs included? /n Yes. /n Other Ts and Cs /n Weddings, stag/hen parties and other celebrations are not allowed. /n Pool heating charge? /n No. /n Other Ts and Cs /n Air-conditioning is available in the main bedrooms, the studio room and the gym only (the kitchen, dining room and the bedroom off the master suite have under-floor cooling system). /n Other Ts and Cs /n Guests wishing to purchase wine and/or cigars at the villa are required to pay locally (the security deposit will be charged for any unpaid items). /n Pool heating charge? /n No. Please note that like all heated pools, pool heating and water temperature are reliant on weather and outside temperatures. /n Tax /n French Visitors Tax payable locally (typically costs €1-€3 per adult per night- please enquire if exact amount is required).
