constantia

Constantia is a traditional ivy-covered village property overlooking the Canal du Midi in the enchanting hamlet of le Somail. One of the most picturesque bridges in France straddles the canal which is home to a colourful flotilla of pleasure craft, and is now designated a World Heritage Site. Behind the house the vast vineyards of the Minervois stretch away north to the Montagne Noire, and to the west orchards of peach and nectarine provide delicious fresh fruit in season. There are two excellent canalside restaurants in Somail, a supermarket is just 2kms away, the lovely old town of Narbonne 13kms, and the Mediterranean beaches 26kms. Le Somail is a perfect location within easy reach of beaches, lakes and mountains and Constantia is an ideal base from which to explore this fascinating region.

A wooden staircase leads from the entrance up to its two bedrooms. Opposite the twin bedroom is a bathroom with shower whilst the master bedroom has an en suite bathroom with bath and shower. Across the landing is a magnificent split-level open plan living area with traditional beamed ceiling and windows on three sides. The well-equipped kitchen has a fridge/freezer, dishwasher, electric oven and gas hob. This is separated by a breakfast bar from the spacious dining area. Comfortable sofas face one another on the upper level to create a more formal feel whilst below there is relaxed seating with a television.

French windows open onto the roof terrace with barbeque, garden furniture and views across the vineyards. The washing machine is in the third bathroom located on the ground floor en route to the pool which is shared with the friendly couple next door who run a boat hire business on the canal.

 

2008 Weekly Prices for Constantia. (Price for 4)

From	4th January	25th April	9th May	6th June
Until	24th April	8th May	5th June	3rd July
	£349.00	£399.00	£549.00	£599.00
From	4th July	22th August	5th September	19th September
Until	21th August	4th September	18th September	31th December
	£799.00	£599.00	£549.00	£399.00

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2008 Short Break Prices for Constantia. (Price for 4)

From	4th January	25th April	9th May	6th June
Until	24th April	8th May	5th June	3rd July
	£244.30	£279.30	£384.30	£419.30
From	4th July	22th August	5th September	19th September
Until	21th August	4th September	18th September	31th December
	£559.30	£419.30	£384.30	£279.30

10/11 day holidays are 1 weeks price +1/2 of 2nd weeks price

• Pets are permitted at Constantia at no charge.

• Electricity and gas are included from 26th May to 22nd September.
• Bed Linen is included but towels can hired.
• A non-returnable Damage Waiver operates for this property.
  7 days or less - £31. 8 days or more - £46