If you are looking for a large gite for long term rent in Languedoc, France, then this tranquil 18th century stone mill could be the perfect location. Situated in the Languedoc-Roussillon area of Southern France, close to Provence, the West Mill provides a little piece of paradise. The outside of this large gite for long term rent in Languedoc, France, contains a private swimming pool, hot tub, river front, and waterfall on 10 acres of secluded land.

Gite for long term rent in Languedoc France - Features

This large 6 bedroom gite with pool is set in picturesque surroundings, located 2km from the market town of St-Jean-du-Gard. The West Mill provides comfortable accommodation for 6-12 people, although this large spacious house has enough sleeping quarters for up to 17 adults and children. The rental price is also low enough for just one family that wanted to spend time in southern France over a longer period. If you are looking for a well priced gite for long term rent in Languedoc, France, then you can not do much better than the West Mill. Conveniently located to explore the sites of Languedoc, Provence and the South of France, this accommodation is perfectly set up for accommodating a large or small group.  The West Mill is comprised of the following rooms:

The kitchen is large and well-equipped. It is fitted with modern appliances including an oven, a professional gas stove, a microwave, dishwasher, washing machine, dryer and a full sized refrigerator/freezer with integrated ice-maker. This gite for long term rent in Languedoc, France, is fully equipped with utensils, cookware, plates and cutlery.

The dining room comes complete with a working fireplace, full-length farmer''s table with ten chairs, and a bar area with three stools.

The large living room has a double sofa bed and working fireplace. There is a phone, TV, VCR, Stereo and CD.

The West Mill has 6 bedrooms in total, providing comfortable accommodation for 6-12 people, with additional sleeping for up to 17:

Yellow Bedroom with 1 double bed and 1 single bed
Blue Bedroom with 1 double bed
Lavender Bedroom with 2 double beds
Orange Bedroom with 1 smaller double bed
Red Bedroom with 1 single bed
Beige Bedroom with 2 single beds. This is a loft room with restricted standing height. The room is suitable for older children.
The West Mill has three bathrooms (one bathroom has a separate room just for the toilet and another seperate room for a sink, so there is always a toilet and sink free even if everyone is using all three showers!

The West Mill also features a Hot Tub overlooking the river and a private Swimming Pool. Outside there is also a Charcoal Grill (BBQ). There is also a garage with space for car parking.

Gite for Long term rent, Languedoc France - prices

The West Mill is available for rent on a long term basis - minimum stay 2 months - on a monthly basis, September - May as follows:

From €1500 per month or 375€ per week - low price!

Gite for rent Languedoc France - Our verdict:

Last visited Spetember 2009. This large house is ideal if you want to find a gite for long term rent in Languedoc, France with a swimming pool in the South of France. The West Mill would make a perfect location for entertaining a large extended family or a group of friends. St Jean du Gard is conveniently located to explore the sites of Languedoc Roussillon and the South of France. The accommodation offers an idyllic setting in the beautiful South of France countryside. The West Mill is located just 50km from Nimes, 80km from Montpellier and 70km from Avignon. Nearby airports include Nimes, Avignon, Marseille and Montpellier. The high speed TGV stops in Aix-en-Provence and Nimes.

Gite for rent Languedoc is located 2 km from St. Jean du Gard at the picturesque 'Pont des Abarines', a Bridge built by Gustave Eiffel (the same person who designed the Eiffel tower). St. Jean du Gard is an unspoiled small town famous for its associations with Robert Louis Stevenson book and for its weekly market on Tuesdays.

The West Mill is located just 50km from Nimes, 80km from Montpellier and 70km from Avignon. Nearby airports include Nimes, Avignon, Marseille and Montpellier. The high speed TGV stops in Aix-en-Provence and Nimes.

Swimming - Take a dip in the pool in the back yard or wander down to the river and jump in. The West Mill (Le Moulin Ouest) is located on the Gardon River which is famous for its beauty and swimming holes. The river near the mill is particularly wide and ideal for swimming and sun bathing.

Hiking - France is known for its hiking and walking and this particular region is famous for the large number of paths and unspoiled beauty. There are numerous paths to choose from and for your convenience there is a a local guide book at the house for detailed routes. Also you can start from the West Mill because one of the local paths is near the property.

Cycling - With the Cevenes mountains at your doorstep there is wonderful road and mountain biking in the area. Most years the Tour de France goes near the house.

Fishing - The Gardon on the propery is great for fishing, particularly trout. There are 2 fishing poles at the property for your use should you wish to give it a go. In France there is a law that says you must have a fishing license which you can get at the St-Jean-du-Gard hardware store but I have never been asked for mine.

Canoeing & rafting - There is great canoeing and rafting in the area. I have enjoyed rafting on the river just in front of the West Mill. Florac has world famous white water rafting with many companies that you can rent a raft from.

Horseback riding - There is horesback riding near the West Mill and also near the Mediterranean in the Camargue Beaches. There are many signs along the road for companies offering horseback riding.

Eating & relaxing - You are in France. Rest and relaxation are a requirement!

Pont-du-Gard (40 minutes E), is an amazing ancient Roman aqueduct. You can not fully appreciate its size until you are standing next to it. "How did they build that?" If there is nothing else you see while you are at the West Mill you should not miss this.

The Camargue Beaches (70 minutes S), some of the most unspoiled beachs on the Mediterranean. One port you might choose to go to is Aigues-Mortes. You can see wild horses and pink flamingos on these beaches. Great place for horse back riding.

The Gorges du Tarn - on the way to Florac. Very beautiful gorges with a riven in the middle. A smaller French version of a US's Grand Canyon in Arizon except there are homes on the edge.

Restaurants - La Ferme de Cornadel, Anduze - One of my favorites. They have a fantastic appetizer sampler that is amazing, but save room for the dessert sampler - 3 scrumptious desserts all on one plate. I also particularly like the decor and atmosphere of this restaurant. (20 minute drive near Anduze)

To reach gite to rent Languedoc from Nimes Airport:(50 minutes to house) do the following. Upon leaving the airport, follow the signs for Centre Ville. However, do not go all the way into Nimes. Just after the football stadium you will go around a roundabout. Follow the signs for Ales. This will put you on the N106 for about 20 minutes and look for signs for Anduze. There will be other towns listed on these signs. Take the Anduze exit off the N106 and follow the round into Anduze.

From Montpellier: (1:30 to house) Take the A9 East Motorway to the N113 following signs towards Sommieres and Ales. Follow the N113 to the N110 towards Ales. After Sommieres, stay on the N110 and follow signs for Ales and then Anduze.

You have your choice of airports across the South of France to reach gite for rent Languedoc.  You can :

Fly to Montpellier (1 hour)

Fly to Nimes (45 mins)

Fly to Avignon (50 mins)

Fly to Marseilles (1 hour 15 mins)

Fly to Perpignan (2 hours)

Fly to Carcassonne (2 hours)

To make a booking a deposit for this gite for rent Languedoc 50% of the total  cost is due. Then 2 months before the start of the holiday the balance of the cost plus a returnable damage deposit of 1,000 Euros is due. Rent can be paid monthly.

The West Mill accepts payment by check/cheque or wire transfer in US Dollars, Euros or British Pounds. The West Mill also accepts credit cards including Visa, Master Card, Discover & American Express. (There is a 5% processing charge added to the bill for all credit card group bookings.)