General
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Durban Corbieres is superbly situated to make the most of the fascinating and varied landscape of Languedoc, from the 300 km of unspoilt beaches stretching from the Cote d'Azur to the Spanish border, over 40 of which have blue flag status, to the medieval castles of the Cathars. Not forgetting of course some of the best wine growing regions in France.
Superb Climate
Daytime temperatures in summer average 30 degrees and 20 degrees at night, making it just about the perfect climate for a holiday. This region boasts over 300 sunny days a year with an annual average of 22 degrees, great for a week away from the hustle and bustle at any time of year.
Interior facilities
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Central heating , Clothes dryer , Cooker , Dishwasher , Dvd player , Freezer , Fridge , Heating , Hi-Fi , Hob , Ironing board/Iron , Kettle , Linen provided , Microwave , Oven , Satellite/Cable TV , Shower , Stereo , Toaster , Towels provided , TV , Vacuum cleaner , Washing Machine , Wood burner
Note's on interior
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The Villa was built for the 2008 season and was loved by all who stayed there last year. The villa is fully furnished with comfortable seating for 4 adults inside or out in the living, dining and patio areas.
There is satellite TV showing the main UK channels in addition to about 50 other channels, a DVD player if you wish to bring DVD's and also a Bose sound-dock to play your ipod.
As it is built on a sloping site the villa is entered at first floor level. There is an open plan staircase down to the very spacious living / dining area. The open plan kitchen, fully equipped with fridge, freezer, oven, hob, microwave, dishwasher and washing machine adjoins this room. The master bedroom with large double bed and ensuite shower room is a mezzanine floor partially above this area and there is a further twin bedroom and house bathroom on the upper floor.
There are South facing doors opening onto the comfortably furnished, very private patio and pool area with sun loungers for lazy days, a table and chairs for al fresco dining and a large parasol for when the sun is a little too strong
Bathroom Facilities
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The master bedroom has a en suite shower room with washbasin and WC.
The house bathroom has a bath with shower over, washbasin and WC.
Exterior facilities
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Barbecue , Car Parking , Garden , Patio , Private pool , Terrace
Local information
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Car recommended , Chemist nearby , Family Holiday , Historical interest , Walking
Local Activity
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Tennis , Mountain biking , Culture , Bird watching
Suitability
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No pets allowed , Family holiday
Nearest Airport
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Perpignan - 25 miles
Location type
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The Cathar Way long distance footpath passes through Durban Corbieres and explores allthe main Cathar sites or for the less ambitious there are a multitude of walks through the vineyards enjoying the scents of the juniper, wild thyme, rosemary and lavender which grow in the wild garrigae landscapes of the region.
An unmissable Languedoc experience is to walk, boat or cycle along the tree lined Canal du Midi which passes just a few miles from Durban Corbieres.
The more active can find everything from tennis to kite surfing on the lagoons at Leucate.
As little as 70 miles away is the Pyrenean ski centre of Formigueres which has an enviable reputation for reliable snow and beautiful sunny weather.
Location
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Walking , Swimming , Rural , Countryside
Notes
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Durban Corbieres is situated less than half an hour fom the coast and within easy reach of the major cities of Carcassonne and Perpignan, both of which have direct flights from several UK airports served by a variety of airlines.
For those who wish to drive both the A9 and A61 autoroutes pass within about 20 minutes offering connection to the excellent French network of autoroutes.
As an alternative the excellent French rail network with its super fast TGV trains can whisk you to the South of France from Paris in just over 5 hours.