Nestled down a quiet lane, Villa Charles sleeps 8 and is within walking distance of the beautiful Etang de Thau and the centre of Marseillan. The cycle path beside the Etang and the Canal du Midi, leading to the beach, is just 400m away. With a private heated pool, four double bedrooms, AC and UK satellite TV, and a stall selling fresh fruit and vegetables just100m away, our villa provides a great holiday home. It is ideally located for the beach, by cycle or car, just 5km away, and for the village centre and port, with all its restaurants, bars and shops, a 12 minute walk away.
The unique design of Villa Charles is just the start! Inside our one storey holiday home, built in 2012, you will discover a bright, airy open plan living space of more than fifty square meters, where the high spec kitchen is the focal point. A sleek, fitted kitchen with new integral appliances and Nespresso coffee machine awaits you, and the island with electric hob and bar stools is the perfect place for everyone to gather, whether to chat over apéritif, coffee or late night drinks, or just to relax and watch the chef at work. A perfect social space….as is the spacious lounge with its two 4 seater sofas, AC and satellite TV.
Off the kitchen is a storage room, with access to both the front and back of the villa. Here you will find a washing machine and you have the added benefit of a 2nd large fridge (this is a fridge/freezer) – cold drinks and a good supply of ice are must for days spent poolside and for when returning from a day out at the beach or exploring the area.
Large sliding doors from both the kitchen and lounge enjoy direct access to the outside fully decked area (18m x 6m) with its 7m x 3m heated pool. To make the most of the French outdoor lifestyle, there are 6 sun loungers with thick mattresses and 2 wooden recliners, all perfect for sun bathing. Pool/beach towels and throws are provided. To add to the options for relaxation, there is a comfortable corner seating unit with cosy cushions and an adjustable height table….from coffee table to dining table in seconds. There is also a dining table with eight chairs.
The master bedroom has a king size bed, access to the terrace and pool, a dressing area and ensuite shower room with twin basins and a walk-in shower. Bedroom 2 also has a king size bed, and bedrooms 3 and 4 each have a double bed. All 4 bedrooms have AC and electric blinds, perfect black out for a great night’s sleep, every night. There are also a separate toilet and a family bathroom with a bath with shower, twin basins and a newly fitted toilet.
Outside there are two bikes, private parking for 3 cars, gas BBQ, fully decked terrace and private heated swimming pool.
About Marseillan
Villa Charles is in Marseillan, a small, attractive port town in the Languedoc region of France, one of the few remaining unspoilt harbours in the South of France. The old town, in the heart of the village, is beautiful, with some of the houses dating from the 12th century.
The area is famous for oysters and mussels, which are harvested in the Etang de Thau, the large salt water lagoon beside which Marseillan is situated. The vineyards surrounding Marseillan produce Picpoul, a delicious dry white wine, which is exported throughout Europe. Look out for it on wine lists in restaurants in the UK. Cafes and restaurants line the port, with many perfect spots to sit overlooking the water, sample the local shellfish and wine and watch the world go by.
In the summer months, numerous festivals take place in the port, most famously the oyster festival and the rosé festival. Both are a must!
Marseillan is also where Noilly Prat, the number one vermouth in France, is produced, using a secret recipe. It is possible to join in a tour of Noilly Prat, where you will learn how the four different types of vermouth are made before having the chance to taste them. Produced only in Marseillan, Noilly Prat is exported worldwide. Be sure to book a tour during your stay.
The Mediterranean coast is nearby and easy to reach. A beautiful, wide sandy beach is to be found just 5km away at Marseillan Plage. Or explore further to discover the delights Cap d'Agde, Meze, Sete or Beziers. Bike hire, boat hire, canoe-ing, kayak, hydrofoil and various other water sports are available in Marseillan.
