Location: Ventenac-en-minervois, Languedoc-Roussillon, France, Europe (Ventenac en Minervois - 10 miles from Narbonne)
Accommodations: House, 6 Bedrooms + Den, 5.5 Baths (Sleeps 16)
Keywords: Home
Château Ventenac, available to rent for self catering holidays is ideal for several families, large groups, corporate or special events. Located in the Languedoc region, this holiday house boasts spectacular views over the southern France countryside including the UNESCO World Heritage Canal du Midi, Corbieres hills and the Pyrenees. The 6 bedrooms & 5 bathrooms provide superb accommodation for 16 people (ideally 12 adults + 4 children). This French Chateau offers elegant period charm of the 19th Century as well as modern conveniences including new cooking facilities and WiFi. The terraced gardens and private swimming pool are designed for family fun with generous spaces to play games, relax in the shade or soak up the ever present Languedoc sun. Dine on the terrace overlooking the Canal du Midi witha glass of our local wine from the Caveau of “Chateau de Ventenac Minervois” located a 2 minute walk from our front door. At Château Ventenac holiday home there are many places to explore by foot, bike or car. We are 35mins from the sunny Mediterranean beaches where there are various family resorts to visit such as Narbonne Plage and Gruisson which is famous for its unusual stilted chalets. Chateau Ventenac is available on a weekly, self-catering basis throughout the year, with a local chef available if pre booked. Please visit our website for more details on our holiday rental and what to do in the area or contact us directly.
Location
Ventenac is a delightfully peaceful and friendly village, perfectly located for exploring the Languedoc region. The village has two restaurants offering a wide choice of menus and informal dining. There is a post office, a bakery open every morning, playground for small children and boules pit. In nearby villages there are more restaurants, supermarkets, bakers, general stores, tabacs, cafés and bars. The pure sandy beaches of the Mediterranean Sea are about 35 minutes drive away, with a choice of family resorts such as Narbonne Plage and Gruisson, with its unusual chalets supported on stilts. From the house you can see the hills of the Corbières range, with the Pyrenees behind them – about an hour away by car. The famous medieval city of Carcassonne is 35km away, while the Cathar village of Minerve is even closer. The Romans, circa 1st century BC, first established our biggest local city, Narbonne, as a regional capital. Today Narbonne is a delightful market town to visit with good outdoor cafés, fine examples of heritage architecture and boasting a well preserved section of the Via Domitia - an original Roman Road that linked Italy to Spain.
Airports: Carcassonne and Beziers (both 40 mins); Perpignan (50 mins). Train Stations: Narbonne (20 mins). Motorail link to Calais. TGV link to Paris and Lille.
Accommodation
We provide a very high standard of accommodation. All bedrooms are south facing with stunning panoramic views across our gardens, the Canal du Midi and the southern France countryside. All linen and bathroom towels are provided. The 1st floor bedrooms are gloriously spacious with their own en suite and original restored features such as the polished oak floors and fireplaces. Each room is traditionally decorated with bedside tables, lamps, rugs, curtains, chairs, hairdryer and at least one table/desk. Second Floor bedrooms are furnished in a pretty French country style, which complements the original clay tiled floors and exposed beams. On the top floor is a delightful room with king sized bed, wardrobe, desk and chair. There is also a huge bathroom opposite with full bath, hydrotherapy shower and bidet. *Cots and high chairs are available on request at the time of booking.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer (3) : A well equipped laundry room located the cellar
- Dryer (3) : in basement laundry room
- Linens Provided : For a two week stay our housekeeper will leave spare sheets for you to change the beds as you wish.
- Off Street Parking : Visitors park in the Chateau courtyard where there is plenty of space
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer : In Chateau courtyard
- Wood Fireplace : In the downstairs drawing room, wood provided.
- Beds
- King Bed (4) : Our large beds are European King size = 160 cm
- Queen Bed (2)
- Twin/Single Bed (4) : 4 of the rooms have single beds as well as king size beds
- Crib : available on request only
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV : UK Freeview channels
- TV (No Cable/Satellite) : TV connected to DVD player for watching movies
- DVD
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Foosball
- Private Pool : Situated at the bottom of the garden the pool is 8m x 4m with a full depth deep end.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Our french style kitchen has large range type cooker, two large fridges, one of which is an American style with ice maker. Kitchen is fully equipped to cook for up to 20 people.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator (2)
- Dishwasher (2) : we have two dishwashers
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Catering Available : ask for details. American chef from San Francisco living locally may be available to cook on request.
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio : The terrace is down some steps from the kitchen and has glorious views over the canal du midi and the vineyards.
- Balcony : Wisteria clad shady space for sitting and watching the world go by!
- Gazebo : Next to the swimming pool this shady decked area is a very relaxing place to sit with a good book or a glass of wine!
- View/Location
- Waterfront, not Lake/Oceanfront. Ask for details : Chateau Ventenac sits beside and overlooks the Canal du Midi. watch the boats go by or maybe hire one yourselves.
- Mountain View : We have wonderful views of the Pyrenees mountains across the Minervois and Corbieres vineyards.
- Communications
- Telephone
- Computer : rather old, rather slow but guests are welcome to use it to check emails etc
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : Broadband wireless access is available
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Kid Friendly : Please bear in mind that there are lots of steps at Chateau Ventenac and small children will need to be supervised
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Horseback Riding
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
Rate Details (In Pounds Sterling)
Currency accepted GB pounds payable via Google Wallet with a credit card
Jan to March 2012 = £2100
March 27 to Juky 4th = £2500
July 5th to September 4th = £3250
Sept 5th to October 30th = £2500
November to December 17th = £2100
Christmas and New Year weeks = £2700
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 2004
We bought Chateau Ventenac in 2004 and it was a bit of a wreck in need of much love. We spent 3 years renovating it and it is now a really comfortable second home. I run the rental business myself as I think it is very important for our visitors to have a personal experience. I spend about 5 months of the year in France and just love this part of the world.
Why the Owner Chose Ventenac-en-minervois
Fantastic location on the canal...Fantastic weather.....great local wine....lots to see and do locally
Property Photos
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- Chateau Ventenac seen from gardens and pool - France Vacation Home Rental
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- Chateau gardens from Canal du Midi - France Vacation Home Rental
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- One of the first floor bedrooms - France Vacation Home Rental
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- Drawing Room
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- View from Chateau balcony in early spring
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