House in Saint-Julien, Occitanie

Old stone shepherd's house completely renovated, exceptional views

Old stone shepherd's house completely renovated, exceptional views

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Exterior
Exterior
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Living room

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9.4 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4538 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Saint-Julien, Occitanie
  • Popular LocationHaut-Languedoc Regional Nature Park1 min walk
  • Popular LocationGorges d'Héric10 min drive
  • Popular LocationMont Caroux31 min drive
  • AirportBéziers (BZR-Cap d'Agde)60 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Old stone shepherd's house completely renovated, exceptional views

La Bergerie is located in a small hamlet surrounded by vineyards on the slopes of the Caroux mountains in the Regional Park of Haut Languedoc, with covered and open private terraces giving breathtaking views of the Jaur Valley. Walks through beautiful scenery, with many hiking trails (including the GR7) nearby, spectacular gorges with waterfalls and water points among the rocks to swim. Canoeing, fishing, climbing, horse riding, rivers and lakes nearby. Beaches of the Mediterranean at one o'clock.
La Bergerie in 'Les Horts' was built in the 17th century as a stone shepherd's house in the beautiful Jaur Valley, which is now part of the Regional Park of Haut Languedoc. A few stone steps lead to the house of a narrow road with restricted access through the village, and has a secluded landscaped garden surrounding the property. The Bergerie has been imaginatively transformed and enlarged to accommodate four people in comfort with all modern conveniences.

The house is facing south, so very sunny. The basement was once the place where shepherds kept their sheep in winter. Today, it's a large, comfortable two-twin room or a large double bed, with a large vaulted stone ceiling and french doors leading to a sun terrace. The terrace has garden furniture, ideal corner to take meals outside, or enjoy the sun. This space is connected to the main part of the house by a spiral staircase in a modern 'atrium' glass.

Upstairs there is a well equipped kitchen and a comfortable living room with stone walls with exposed beams, a large fireplace with wood burning stove. A large covered terrace opens onto the kitchen and living room. From there, magnificent views along the Juar River valley stretch out as far as the eye can see. A small wooden staircase gives access to a mezzanine which offers the second bedroom above the living room. An unusual and charming space, with a double bed located under a vaulted ceiling with large Velux for cool nights under the stars. Air conditioning is available for scorching summer nights.

In the basement there is a modern bathroom with toilet, walk-in shower and a laundry area equipped with washing machine and dryer.

Hameau Les Horts is halfway between the picturesque historic town of Olargues and Mons-La-Trivalle, connected by the railway converted into a green road, making it an easy cycle or walk of 3km to the café, bakery or shop in both directions (but the return home involves a steep climb). Mons is at the foot of Heric Gorge, renowned for its beautiful scenery, climbing sites, and rocky water pools and waterfalls. The store in the village of Mons is particularly well stocked.

Most walks in the gorges or surrounding hills pass through old chestnut forests shaded by the summer sun, with the possibility of refreshing swim in the fresh water pools. There are also very wild isolated gorges on either side of Les Horts where it is possible to swim in nature.

For serious mountain bikers, Olargues now hosts two of the biggest competitions in Europe; the Enduro World Series and the Epic Enduro Radon, the toughest endurance races in France. At the other end of the line, the PassaPais Voie Verte offers more than 75 km of off-piste for all the family joining all the villages of the Valley of Bedarieux in Mazamet, with occasional cafes along the way.

A paradise for people who are looking for a lot of activities or want to rest.

Property manager

Juliet Gibbs
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Languages

English, French, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Outdoor Space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Escaliers dangereux pour les petits enfants

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Les chiens bien élevés sont les bienvenus, pas sur

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Ne pas fumer à l'intérieur de la maison

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
Onsite 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 information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Saint-Julien

Located in Saint-Julien, this vacation home is in a rural area and on a river. Gorges d'Héric and Lamalou-les-Bains Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Haut-Languedoc Regional Nature Park and Mont Caroux. Kayaking and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and mountain biking nearby.

What's nearby

  • Haut-Languedoc Regional Nature Park - 1 min walk
  • Plage Publique - 8 min drive
  • Gorges d'Héric - 10 min drive
  • Mont Caroux - 31 min drive
  • Canal du Midi - 54 min drive

Getting around

  • Saint-Pons-Herault Station - 30 min drive
  • Béziers (BZR-Cap d'Agde) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • Le Faitout - 20 min drive
  • La Mécanique des Frères Bonano - 11 min drive
  • Hôtel Bar Restaurant Laissac-Speiser - 6 min drive
  • Auberge du Caroux - 5 min drive
  • Le Lézard Bleu - 11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Old stone shepherd's house completely renovated, exceptional views pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Old stone shepherd's house completely renovated, exceptional views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Old stone shepherd's house completely renovated, exceptional views?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Old stone shepherd's house completely renovated, exceptional views located?

Situated on a river, this vacation home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Haut-Languedoc Regional Nature Park and within 12 mi (20 km) of Gorges d'Héric and Lamalou-les-Bains Golf. Polyclinique des Trois Vallees and Mont Caroux are also within 20 mi (32 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Dirk D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dipl.-Ing.
nice
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Dominique G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Maison originale avec vue splendide
Emplacement idéal pour pour les randonnées, à pied, vélo ou vtt, et pour descendre l’Orb en kayak. Et bien sûr pour visiter tous les villages alentour
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dominique V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Très agréable... as usual
Troisième année consécutive et le même plaisir du séjour, bâtiment au charme authentique, des propriétaires réactifs et une région toujours plaisante à découvrir.
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charme, calme et beau point de vue
Séjour très agréable dans cette très jolie maison de pays organisée sur 2 niveaux, chaleureuse et bien équipée. En bas, on profite de la terrasse, bien exposée, dans un berceau de verdure. En haut, on profite d'une vue panoramique sur l'autre côté de la vallée du Jaur, vert et sauvage. Merci à Juliet pour son accueil attentif à distance.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tolles altes Steinhirtenhaus
Im Ferienhaus ist wirklich an alles gedacht! Wir haben uns trotz anhaltenden Regens sehr wohl gefühlt! Die Stimmung am Kamin ist besonders!
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2022

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English, French, Spanish

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