Villa Xavier
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Overview
Villa Xavier is not a villa that came to life by chance. It is the labour of love of a skilled, local carpenter who put all his passion and savoir-faire into the creation of his home. The result is a unique, modern home made from quality materials and craftsmanship throughout…and just 10 minutes from magical Nîmes.
This is a newly built home, spacious and comfortable offering several relaxation areas both indoors and outdoors and a stunning private, heated swimming pool. Every detail seems to have been meticulously and lovingly considered, in order to create a modern masterpiece.
The large heated swimming pool on the wooden terrace is a highlight as it blends in beautifully with the modern lines of the garden with bright lawn, white pebble paths and olive trees all dotted about with meticulous care. A bioclimatic pergola with outdoor sofas, a large dining terrace and barbecue plus a heated jacuzzi on the upper terrace complete the picture outdoors.
Indoors the owner shows off his private wine collection in an underground cellar visible through a glass floor – it has a tasting area for guests who are welcome to purchase the wines. And when the outstanding local food and wine needs to be worked off, you can do so in your own private gym!
Furthermore, a concierge service is available for organising extra cleaning, meals from an outstanding local traiteur, breakfast, fitness coaching, wine tastings and numerous other activities and attractions on offer. Keen golfers can try their luck at the Golf de Vacquerolles, just 10 minutes away.
Just a 10-minute drive away is magical Nîmes, which boasts France’s finest collection of Roman remains, including the impressive 2000-year-old arena, la maison carrée, the Temple of Diana and the Tour Magne. The famous arena is the stage to spectacular events even today, such as concerts and bullfighting (killing-free!) and one of these should not be missed. Besides the Roman ruins, Nîmes also has a charming historic centre, tree-lined boulevards, parks, cathedrals and one of the oldest city parks in France, Les Jardins de la Fontaine.
If travelling in early June or mid-September, be sure not to miss one of France's biggest festivals, the Féria de Pentecote, where the streets of Nîmes come alive with bull-fighting, music, concerts and dancing.
Nîmes is also a gateway to Provence, Pont du Gard, the Cevennes National Park and even the Camargue. The sea is only 40 kilometres away and Uzès and Arles are only 30 and 40 minutes away.
Villa Xavier is a thing of beauty in an area full of history, charm and beautiful landscapes topped off with great wines and cuisine made for enjoying in the Mediterranean sunshine which produced them.
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What you should know…
- One of the double bedrooms has a round bed (please refer to ‘Features’ tab for full details of bedrooms, sleeping arrangements and layout)
- Please note, the TV room contains a sofa bed and can sleep 2
- Please note, one of the bedrooms contains a sofa bed and is best suited to children
- Air-conditioning is available in the main bedrooms, the studio room and the gym only (the kitchen, dining room and the bedroom off the master suite have under-floor cooling system)
Property Features
House Interior (400m2)
Lower Ground Floor
- Studio with double bed, TV, mini-fridge, sofa-bed, en-suite shower room and WC. Independent entrance and opening onto south-facing garden
- Gym with running machine, power plate, fridge and TV
- Laundry room with washing machine, dryer and iron
- Private wine cellar with tasting area
Ground Floor
Entrance onto open-plan space comprising of:
- Living-dining room with billiard table
- Fully equipped kitchen (dishwasher, microwave, oven, coffee maker, Nespresso coffee machine, large fridge, freezer)
- Sitting area opening onto pool terrace
- WC
First Floor
- Master double suite with bath tub in room, A/C, TV, large terrace with heated jacuzzi, plus en-suite shower room with WC
- One double bedroom with sofa-bed, ideal for children (located off master suite)
- Two double bedrooms (one with round bed)
- Sitting area with sofa-bed and TV (can sleep 2, located between two double bedrooms)
- Shower room
- W.C.
Outside Grounds (3000m2)
- Enclosed grounds with lawn and trees
- Private heated swimming pool with hydraulic glass fence (size: 15m x 5m, depth 1.6m)
- Poolside wooden terrace
- Bioclimatic pergola with outdoor sofas and coffee table
- Barbecue area with large parasol, two large dining tables and chairs
- Heated jacuzzi (on the terrace by the master suite)
- Ping pong
- Table-football
- Parking space for up to 5 cars
Facilities
- Wi-Fi
- Heating
- Air conditioning (in the main bedrooms, the studio room and the gym only)
- Underfloor cooling system (in the kitchen, dining room and the bedroom off the master suite)
- Satellite TV and DVD player
- I-Pod docking system
- House I-pad (can be used to control music, lights, shutters)
- Alarm system
- Gym
- Portable massage table
- Heated jacuzzi
- Table-football
- Ping-pong
- Billiard
- Wine cellar
- Barbecue
- Cigar humidor
Location
About the surrounding area of Villa XavierIn the Languedoc-Roussignol region, yet with the Camargue and the Provence-Alps on its doorstep, Villa Xavier is located just 10 minutes from the old Roman city of Nîmes. Often referred to as the 'French Rome', it is a must see for those with an interest in history. Countless incredibly well preserved relics remain from the Roman Empire, including the ancient aqueduct bridge at Pont de Gard, the Roman temple of Maison Carrée, and, of course, the best preserved Roman amphitheatre in France.
One of France's biggest festivals, Féria de Pentecote, usually takes place in Nîmes in June and September. Enjoy bull fights, watching bull runs along the streets, brass bands, folk music, evening markets and dancing in the bodegas until late, eating paella with friends, free concerts, horse parades, watching water jousting and more.
We highly recommended a trip to the ancient town of Avignon (50mins), full of history, art, culture and life. Registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Popes’ Palace, the Bridge of Avignon and the Palace Square are just a few of the marvellous attractions on offer. It is said that once you arrive in Avignon, you will never want to leave… In the Summer, there is a famous Arts Festival, a great chance to enjoy films, theatre and street performers.
Around 30 minutes away by car, at the source of the Eure, lies the medieval commune of Uzès. The 11th century Tour Fenestrelle is a 42 metre high Romanesque tower that is the definitive landmark, and a must see on a trip to Uzès. The Saturday night market is also famous across the region, selling locally produced food, clothing and plenty of touristy delights.
The medieval riverside town of Orange (50mins) is a further day-trip option with plenty of Roman monuments, museums and a lively market every Thursday.
The sea is only 40km away and the Camargue is also easily accessible, not to mention all the exciting things to do and experience in the area: golf, horse-riding, kayaking, mountain-biking, markets, wine-tasting and more.
Staying at Villa Xavier means having it all: beautiful towns, vineyards and stunning Mediterranean coastline.
| Local Amenities | |||
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| Nearest Airport |
Nimes/Avignon/Marseilles
(19km-25mins/70km- 1h 30 mins/110km-1 h 10mins) |
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| Nearest Town/City |
Nîmes
(6km) |
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| Nearest Train Station |
St-Césaire
(9km) |
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| Nearest Beach |
(40km) |
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| Nearest Golf |
Golf & Résidence de Nîmes Vacquerolle
(5km) |
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| Nearest Restaurant |
Nîmes
(5km) |
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| Nearest Supermarket |
Nîmes
(5km) |
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| Nearest Tennis |
HDN Academy
(2km) |
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Region
The beautiful market town of Uzès is somewhat of a secret gem in southern France. Staying close to Uzès allows you to embrace the region’s traditional ambience, rich heritage, artistic vibe and wonderful cuisine, not to mention the idyllic surroundings of medieval villages, forests, olive groves and Côte du Rhône vineyards.
There’s no better place to start off than Place aux Herbes in the heart of Uzès with its café and restaurant terraces, shady plane trees and historic ambience – it is said to be one of the most beautiful squares in southern France. It is also home to a fantastic market on a Wednesday and Saturday morning when traders take over Uzès’ iconic main square to showcase a wealth of delightful products. This is the perfect opportunity to buy specialities of the region – look out for pélardon goats cheese from the mountains, Cévennes honey, sweet onions, local olive oil, cod brandade de Nîmes, Camargue rice as well as so many seasonal fruit and vegetables. The market on Place aux Herbes dates back to the 13th century.
Uzès is also so loved for its historic lanes, elegant architecture, art galleries, inviting shops and excellent restaurants. Admire Cathédrale Saint-Théodorit d'Uzès and its unique round bell tower, visit the impressive Duché d’Uzès, then climb to the top of the medieval garden’s Tour du Roi for panoramic vistas. For a change of scene, just outside the town is La vallée de l'Eure for walking and hiking in glorious nature.
Of course, another great highlight of this region is the Pont du Gard, a grand symbol of Roman engineering and now a UNESCO World Heritage site. Take a guided tour of this magnificent monument, follow the walking trail by the river, canoe beneath the aqueduct and enjoy atmospheric light shows on summer evenings.
Spend time pottering around picturesque French villages such as perched La Roque-sur-Cèze surrounded by vineyards, authentic Saint-Victor-la-Coste with its fortified château ruins and tiny Pouzilhac with its old ochre houses and cobblestone streets. Saint-Quentin-la-Poterie is just north of Uzès, the ceramics capital of France and home to enchanting lanes, pottery studios, galleries and La Musée de la Poterie Méditerranéenne.
Meanwhile, discover the many wineries and vineyards close to Uzès, part of the Languedoc-Roussillon wine growing region. From family-run estates and organic vineyards to large cooperatives, learn all about the great wines of the Pays d’Uzès and Côtes du Rhône.
Kids
Best Suited For: All AgesIn this glorious part of southern France there are lots of activities to appeal to a variety of ages.
Only 20 minutes away by car you will find the city of Nîmes, with a rich history and preserved architectural monuments from Ancient Rome, this will be sure to fascinate little historians! If you fancy a break from Roman buildings, head to Escattes Aventure, an adventure playground, or Parc Panda for some paintball!
In nearby Uzès you can climb to the top of the historic Bermonde Tower for amazing views of the town and surrounding countryside. Youngsters may also love the Musée du Bonbon, a museum owned by Haribo which gives you a great insight into the making of their famous gummy bears.
There are plenty of great places to canoe along the Gard river – take an excursion in the Gorges du Gardon, some of which include canoeing as far as the famous Pont du Gard. There are also plenty of places to have a picnic along the banks of the river whilst those seeking adrenalin fuelled activities can find rock-climbing and challenging mountain bike trails in the Gorges du Gardon nature reserve.
Baby and Toddler Equipment
- Cot(s)
- High Chair(s)
Kids Activities Close-by
- Water park
- Amusement park
- Kid-friendly museum
- Kid-friendly excursions
- Water excursions/Boat trips
- <1hr to Airport
- Watersports
- Canoeing/Kayaking
- Outdoor Pursuit & Activities
- Tourist Towns & Villages
- Historical Sites
Onsite Facilities
- Heated Pool
- Indoor Games
- Outdoor Games
- Table Tennis
- Table Football
- Pool/Snooker
- Fenced Grounds
Services Available
- Chef/Cook Available
- Maid Service Available
Extras
Oliver's Extras
- Chef/Cook Available
- Maid Service Available
- On-Site Concierge
- Breakfast available
- Wine-tasting available
- Complimentary welcome hamper
At Oliver’s Travels we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to babysitters we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
- Maid service/extra cleaning
- Private chef/cook/catering
- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge
- Local day-trips or tours
- Airport pick-up/drop-off
- Babysitting/childcare services
Extras available at this property:
- Complimentary welcome hamper
- Concierge service
- Maid-service
- Breakfast
- Delicious meals from an excellent local traiteur
- Wine tasting in the house wine cellar (wines are available for purchase)
- Fitness coach
- Massage and beauty treatments
- Day trips on the owner's private boat
Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfil your requests!
Oliver's Travels Chef Service: A Gourmet Dining Experience
Make hosting a memorable dinner party at your villa an absolute breeze with our superb Chef Service. Our chefs will take care of everything for you from start to finish so you can just sit back and enjoy the gastronomic experience. They will bring all the necessary ingredients, cook and serve the food and even clean up afterwards. To find out more visit www.oliverstravels.com/chefs
| Security deposit | €3000 charged to clients' credit card prior to arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection. |
| Arrival time | 4.00 p.m. – other times on request. |
| Departure time | 10.00 a.m. – other times on request. |
Terms & Conditions
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
| Security deposit | €3000 charged to clients' credit card prior to arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection. |
| Arrival time | 4.00 p.m. – other times on request. |
| Departure time | 10.00 a.m. – other times on request. |
| Energy costs included? | Yes. |
| Linen & towels included? | Yes, including pool towels. |
| End of stay cleaning included? | Yes, standard changeover clean included. Guests are required to leave the accommodation clean, tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival. Any extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or rubbish disposal required will be charged against the security deposit. |
| Changeover day | Saturday. All other changeover days on request. |
| Pets welcome? | Not allowed. |
| Smoking Allowed? | Outside only. |
| Minimum stay | 7 nights. All other durations on request. |
| Heating costs included? | Yes. |
| Other Ts and Cs | Weddings, stag/hen parties and other celebrations are not allowed. |
| Other Ts and Cs | Air-conditioning is available in the main bedrooms, the studio room and the gym only (the kitchen, dining room and the bedroom off the master suite have under-floor cooling system). |
| Other Ts and Cs | Guests wishing to purchase wine and/or cigars at the villa are required to pay locally (the security deposit will be charged for any unpaid items). |
| Pool heating charge? | No, extra payable locally. Please note that like all heated pools, pool heating and water temperature are reliant on weather and outside temperatures. |
| Tax | French Visitors Tax payable locally (typically costs €1-€3 per adult per night- please enquire if exact amount is required). |
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 12 people:
| Rental period | Weekly |
|---|---|
| Nov 18th 2024 - Jun 30th 2025 | £12,735 |
| Jun 30th 2025 - May 22nd 2026 | £12,735 |
Please note that these prices/rates are a guide only and may not be correct at the current date. For an accurate quote, please enquire.
Reviews
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Perfetto!
Bella casa e bella vacance. Sperano di tornare pronto.
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Superbe maison!
Super maison, on a passé des vacances très agréables qui nous laisseront de beaux souvenirs. Merci pour tout.
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Un séjour incroyable !
Un séjour de rêve dans une maison magnifique avec des prestations uniques, à la hauteur du descriptif! Aucune fausse note! Je recommande vivement Villa Xavier et nous y retournerons volontiers.
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Parfait!
Un service au top, des prestations à la hauteur de nos attentes, une déco et des aménagements moderne, une properté et des équipements irréprochables.
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Truly Wonderful!
Thank you so much for our stay. We made some wonderful memories there. Hope to come back soon.
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