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Beautiful, contemporary 2 bed villa with private pool & stunning views

Beautiful, contemporary 2 bed villa with private pool & stunning views

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Mediterranean Living
Living Room with view over Corbières hills
Living room
7.5 x 3.5 metre pool
Pool

Overview of Beautiful, contemporary 2 bed villa with private pool & stunning views

4.7 out of 5 Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 475 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill

Check out the area

Durban Corbieres, Occitanie
  • Popular LocationNarbonnaise en Méditerranée Natural Regional Park13 min drive
  • Popular LocationReserve Africaine Sigean19 min drive
  • Popular LocationAbbey of Fontfroide30 min drive
  • AirportCarcassonne (CCF-Pays Cathare)66 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Downstairs twin

2 Single Beds

Upstairs double

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs ensuite

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Beautiful, contemporary 2 bed villa with private pool & stunning views

Villa Tamaris, under new ownership, is five minutes walk away from the centre of the village of Durban Corbieres near Narbonne and Perpignan and 30 mins drive from the glorious beaches of the Mediterranean. It is a short drive from the airports of Carcassonne, Béziers and Perpignan , a little further to Toulouse and Girona [Northern Spain]
The villa has a stunning panoramic view over the beautiful Corbiere Hills that stretch from the Mediterranean to the Spanish border and are steeped in Cathar history.
The area has long hot summers and mild winters with a wealth of castles, ancient monasteries, medieval cities and beautiful beaches.
Villa Tamaris is five minutes' walk from the centre of the lovely village of Durban Corbieres with a supermarket, boulangerie, bank, pharmacy, restaurant, bar and cave cooperative. There is also an organic wine producer a couple of minutes' walk away! The wines are excellent and very good value.
The villa is equipped to a very high standard with a brand new contemporary kitchen and new furniture.

The kitchen is equipped with: Electric hob and oven, fridge freezer, dishwasher, microwave, electric kettle, cafetiere, toaster and many other conveniences.

The living area is comfortably appointed and is complete with TV (with English TV channels and for use with Firestick) and DVD. Double French sliding doors open out onto a teak deck surrounding the private swimming pool, barbeque and outdoor seating area, which are south facing and sunny all day.

The dining area is part of the overall open plan living space with a large dining table, 6 chairs and is fully equipped with crockery, glassware, utensils and a stunning view of the Cathar castle which is lit up at night.

Bathrooms
The upstairs bathroom services the master bedroom and is equipped with shower,WC and handbasin. The downstairs bathroom services the twin bedroom and is similarly equipped.
Bedrooms
Upstairs in this lovely two bedroomed villa is the master bedroom. This pretty double bedroom has substantial (fitted) wardrobe space and wonderful views across the village and hills
Downstairs there is a twin bedroom with views across the hills and an ensuite bathroom.
Outside
Villa Tamaris is equipped with its own 7.5mx3.5m private pool. A teak deck surrounds the pool with a seating area and stone built BBQ. the side garden has lavender, rosemary and oleander planted.
Restaurants
Eating out is a gastronomique delight with restaurants varying from a three-star Michelin in Fontjoncouse to local restaurants proving exceptional cuisine at reasonable prices
Resort description
Visitors can immerse themselves in the ancient history of the area. Medieval castles like Chateau Queribus and Chateau Peyrepertuse sit high on mountainous outcrops commanding the area around them. The beautiful walled city of Carcassonne is a must to visit as are the monasteries at Lagrasse and Fontfroide. This area is Cathar country and historians will find a wealth of history to savour and enjoy. Nearby Narbonne and Beziers have a wonderful array of shops and fresh food markets. Just 15-20 minutes away is the lovely town of Sigean with its highly rated African Reserve. the nearest beaches of Le Franqui and Leucate are only 30 minutes away by car with beaches which stretch for miles and safe swimming in the Mediterranean waters.
Windsurfing and other maritime pursuits are also available.
There are lovely seafood restaurants along the promenades. Horse riding, golf, tennis and sailing are all within easy reach and the local hills are criss-crossed with delightful paths for hill walking. The Villa is an ideal base for skiing and winter sports for those who wish to travel to the Pyrenees skiing resorts and the famous principality of Andorra.
Wine in the Languedoc is fast becoming an important wine region and a tour round the region and the locality offer to the Chateau and Caves/cooperatives offer exceptional quality and affordable prices.

The villa is a new venture for us and we have replaced much of the furniture and installed a brand new kitchen. Some of the pictures are therefore older and don't show the lovely new kitchen and living room furniture we have installed.

Property manager

Gareth Davies

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 6:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Suitable only for children 4 years and over.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Unsuitable for babies and toddlers under 4 years of age because of the pool

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

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 carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector

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

Durban-Corbières

Located in Durban-Corbières, this villa is in a rural area. Fabrezan Tower and Abbey of Fontfroide are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Chateau de Lastours and Terra Vinea. Travelling with kids? Don't miss Reserve Africaine Sigean. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails, cycling and mountain biking nearby.

What's nearby

  • Narbonnaise en Méditerranée Natural Regional Park - 13 min drive
  • Reserve Africaine Sigean - 19 min drive
  • Abbey of Fontfroide - 30 min drive
  • Port-Leucate - 41 min drive
  • Gruissan Beach - 57 min drive

Getting around

  • Port-la-Nouvelle Station - 35 min drive
  • Perpignan (PGF-Perpignan - Rivesaltes Intl.) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chez Prano - 11 min walk
  • Auberge du Vieux Puits - 12 min drive
  • Goujon Gilles - 12 min drive
  • Place des Marchés - 9 min drive
  • L'Ame des Corbières - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Beautiful, contemporary 2 bed villa with private pool & stunning views have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Beautiful, contemporary 2 bed villa with private pool & stunning views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful, contemporary 2 bed villa with private pool & stunning views?

Check-in begins at 6:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful, contemporary 2 bed villa with private pool & stunning views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful, contemporary 2 bed villa with private pool & stunning views located?

This family-friendly Durban-Corbières villa is located in a rural location, 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from Narbonnaise en Méditerranée Natural Regional Park, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Reserve Africaine Sigean and La Maison du Rire. Chateau d'Aguilar and Chateau de Lastours are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

4.7

Exceptional

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4.8/5

Cleanliness

4.9/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

4.8/5

Location

4.9/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Kerstin U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Erholung pur
Sehra erholsamer Aufenthalt in dem hervorragend ausgestatteten Ferienhaus. Toller Blick, großartige Umgebung, viel zu sehen, wenn man möchte. Alle notwendigen Einkäufe kann man zudem problemlos zu Fuß vor Ort erledigen. Definitiv eine Empfehlung.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2023

5/5 Excellent

Bev and Mark W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house with lovely pool and fantastic location
We had a wonderful week at Villa Tamaris. The house is well laid out and well furnished, the views and location are absolutely amazing. The pool and outdoor area are just perfect. The owners have been very good at communication and were very helpful with hints and tips for our stay and their local concierges made sure everything was explained and the house was spotless on our arrival. The local village is delightful and there are plenty of very decent local wineries to work your way round. The village is an easy walk down the hill and there are loads of local footpaths and walks through the hills and vineyards surrounding Durban.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

3/5 Okay

Jessie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Belle Vue
Très belle vu, mais dommage que le lieu soit loin de tout pour notre part mais nous avons passés un bon séjour malgré qu'une piscine chauffée aurait été mieux sachant le lieu très venté.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021

5/5 Excellent

Céline B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super vacances !
Nous avons passé de super vacances à la villa Tamaris. Location identique aux photos et très propre, lits faits à l'arrivée. Le village est à quelques minutes à pied. La maison est très bien localisée pour visiter la région où il y a des tas de choses à faire : châteaux, randonnées, parc animalier, gorges et grottes, ... La vue de la maison est magnifique!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

5/5 Excellent

Vincent D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Maison très sympathique.
Très jolie vue sur les collines et le château de Durban-Corbières.

About the host

Hosted by Gareth Davies

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Val and Gareth bought Villa Tamaris in 2018 after a long search for their perfect holiday home. Location, views and a private swimming pool were the top criteria. We live in Devon but love our visits to rural France.

Why they chose this property

Villa Tamaris has magnificent views over the pantile roofs of the village, to the romantic ruined chateau and the beautiful Corbieres hills. The village has all main facilities: supermarket, petrol station, bar bistro, boulangerie, bank and so on. And three wine producers within walking distance, including an organic producer within 150 meters!
The Mediterranean and superb beaches are an easy 30km / 30 minute drive away.
The cycling and walking from the house, around the village and further afield are unsurpassed and the Corbieres hills are delightful.

What makes this property unique

Spacious private swimming pool, not overlooked, with superb views. Stylish, modern design and furnishings

Languages:

English, French, Spanish
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