The Swift's Return - VEZ102
Prices from £2,800 - £4,180
Guests: 6 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 3
A great find, brand-new to the 2023 rental market! Lovely old house cleverly renovated to offer spacious accommodation right in the centre of beautiful, characterful Vézénobres. Vézénobres is a 'perched village' with views across the vale of the Rhône and a good choice of restaurants niched in its ancient stone walls. The Swift's Return has arguably the biggest garden in Vézénobres. and stunning views towards the Cévennes and Nîmes. Saltwater pool. Air conditioning throughout. 3 en suite bedrooms. Pets allowed on request.
Visited by Caroline
Vézénobres is a small but very pretty village that seems to be almost unchanged since medieval times. An exploratory stroll down the tiny rues and ruelles of Vézénobres is to walk back in time. The village is also home to a number of artists and artisans who keep the old crafts alive within a contemporary setting. The Swift's Return is unusually and eclectically furnished. This is not a 'standard' villa, and that is part of its attraction. But attention to detail and design elevate this property above the norm. A lovely pool area and air conditioning throughout mean that living in a medieval village does not have to mean suffering a medieval lifestyle! I really liked this house and can happily recommend it.
About The Swift's Return
This lovely old house is a great find! Cleverly renovated using natural materials of stone, lime and wood and offering spacious accommodation with arguably the biggest garden in Vézénobres, this is a luxury property with a touch of 'boho chic'. The owners approached the renovation with aesthetic vision and have achieved a successful blend of Georgian London Townhouse with Medieval Mediterranean Villa.
Each bedroom has its en suite bathroom and the entire house is air conditioned.
Enter into the spacious kitchen with large marble-topped central island and separate dining area. There is a double stove with three ovens, butler sink, fridge-freezer, dishwasher, DeLonghi coffee machine etc.
Move through to the living room with open fire and Smart TV. This room accesses the terrace which has dining for 8 guests and a large barbecue. The stonework for which Vézénobres is well-known is very much in evidence here. The arches beside the terrace were built at least 350 years ago, possibly more.
Then up some steps (stone, of course!) to the garden and pool area. Here you can relax in the shade of the plum trees and enjoy the views across the viilage rooftops. What will strike you here is the quiet! It may be the centre of the village but you will hardly hear anything beyond the twittering of the swallows.
On the top floor is an office located in the renovated pigeon-tower, with a convertible bed for additional guests. The pigeon-tower has stupendous 360° views of the village, the surrounding countryside, and out to the Cevennes. This would make a superb spot for working on your great novel, teenagers to hang out in, or simply a bit of quiet relaxation with a gentle Provencal breeze wafting through the windows.
Vézénobres is a 'destination' village, well worth a visit in its own right as it is 'classé'. The centre of the medieval village is winding streets and all the houses are built of the same stone, creating a beautiful, harmonious and ancient effect.
The Swift's Return is just a couple of minutes' walk from some good restaurants and the village also benefits from a bar/café, a snack bar and pharmacy. There is a bakery 600m away, which also sells basic groceries (milk, eggs, juice, wine)
Facilities and Features
- Aircon
- WiFi Internet
- Satellite TV
- Easy Walk to Shops
- Winter Heating
- Saltwater Pool
- Private Pool
Layout
3 bedrooms with private bathrooms.
Bedroom 1: 160cm bed. Opens direct onto second terrace. En suite bathroom with bath and shower over, WC, Turkish hand-painted basin. View to garden.
Bedroom 2: Master bedroom. 180cm bed. En suite bathroom with elegant freestanding bath and well-equipped shower. WC. Turkish hand-painted basin.
Bedroom 3: 180cm bed. En suite bathroom with large shower, sink, WC.
Location and Map
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Nearest supermarket about 2.5km.
Several good golf courses nearby: Golf Club d'Uzès, Golf Club Alès Ribaute, several clubs in Nîmes including Golf Nîmes Campagne.
Vézénobres is the perfect spot from which to explore the valley of the Rhône, the gateway between Languedoc and Provence.
Uzès, always a very popular destination is just half an hour away.
Amazing Roman Pont du Gard 45 minutes.
The Cevennes National Park is within one hour of the village.
Also:
35 minutes from Nimes,
45 minutes from Avignon
50 minutes from Montpellier.
Nearest TGV stations are :
Nimes Centre (30 minutes),
Nimes Pont du Gard (45 minutes)
Avignon (1 hour).
Nearest airports :
Nimes (35 minutes)
Montpellier (1hour)
Marseille (1.5 hours).
Weekly rates and Extra Charges
Prices
| rental period | weekly rate |
|---|---|
| 01 Nov 2024 28 Feb 2025 | £2800 |
| 01 Mar 2025 09 May 2025 | £3300 |
| 10 May 2025 27 Jun 2025 | £3520 |
| 28 Jun 2025 26 Sep 2025 | £4180 |
| 27 Sep 2025 31 Oct 2025 | £3520 |
Extras
| Item | Cost | Per | Optional/ Mandatory | Payment Due |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pets | £50 | Per Week | Mandatory | With Balance |
Fees and conditions
- Security Deposit: £350
Availability Calendar
Further Information
Concierge service available.
Parking: There is a private locked garage at the property and public parking just 100m away.
The house is accessible by either the cobbled main street of the village, from which you enter a grand central staircase, or by a side entrance, from which you enter directly into the lower courtyard.
Not suitable for people with reduced mobility.