There aren't many properties like ours in the area: a large 19th century house, traditional on the outside, modern inside, with spacious rooms and numerous communal spaces. It is surrounded by hills and vineyards, on the edge of a wine-making village with centuries-old rural traditions reflected both in its landscape and its mode of life.
The imposing maison-de-maitre dates back to 1874. We have lovingly restored it, added a swimming pool and 2 terraces, modern kitchen and lighting - and transformed it into today's stylish, modern house. It provides comfortable home-from-home accommodation, with a mixture of contemporary and antique furniture and two beautiful terraces for sitting out and dining, both facing the vineyards.
In spring'22 the house has undergone yet another stage of renovations, upcycled Poggenpohl kitchen was installed, terraces and a bathroom renovated to a high standard.
The house is spacious, with light-filled rooms and modern comforts. It is for 8 people only.
It stands on the edge of a picturesque wine-making village of Berlou, providing both privacy and access to the village facilities, which include a gastronomic restaurant, tennis courts and wine shop (the local Cave Cooperative produces some of the best wines in the area). Next to the house, there is a large garden with trees, a lawn, and a swimming pool with a terrace and chaise-longues for sunbathing. It is a place of relaxation and tranquility, there's limited wifi and no TV in the house.
If you like your French holiday home to be chic and individual rather than perfect, our house is for you to enjoy. It's beautiful, you won't find an ugly object inside. We've changed the roof a couple of years ago, but there are small marks on some walls from old leaks, and the door-handles are 19th century and squeak, but we love them.
We have re-tiled the pool a couple of years ago and now have the most beautiful swimming pool in the whole of Languedoc-Roussillon!
In June'22 we've installed an upcycled Poggenpohl kitchen, with modern AEG appliances. The kitchen is large and open plan, situated on the raised ground floor, with a table for 8, and a couple of large sofas for an after-dinner digestif. Or enjoy a glass of eau de vie in the adjacent salon-library, with 2 further sofas, 2 armchairs and a coffee-table. Large doors open onto a spacious terrace. It faces the vineyards and has outside table and chairs.
Next to the salon, on the same floor, there's a double bedroom with an adjacent bathroom (toilet and shower).
A curved staircase with cast-iron railings leads to the 1st floor, with 3 further bedroom (1 en-suite) and 2 bathrooms. One of the bathrooms was renovated in June'22. There is a large terraced garden with rows of lavender and fruit trees, and a large swimming pool (10m x 5m) with a terrace with sunbeds, table and chairs.
The house stands on the edge of the village, surrounded by vineyards and hills, you can step out and go cycling or hiking in the hills, soaking in breathtaking views all around.
The village of Berlou is conveniently located for walks, cycling, local markets and restaurants. It is also renowned for its excellent wines, being one of the best producers of St Chinian Appellation Contrôlée. Staying in Berlou, you can be guaranteed a proper, authentic French holiday! i