For Family Stays near Uzès Spacious, Stylish, Private Pool

Near Uzès, in the heart of an active French hamlet, enjoy the best of Provence, in Mas de Mon Coeur, a this 5 bedroom, 5 bedroom stone Mas, restored with love by it's talented decorator-owner. Welcome to Le Mas de Mon Coeur in Vers-Pont-du-Gard!


Enter and find a wonderful open plan kitchen with large island with seating. It is fully equipped with dishwasher, washing machine, gas hob, fridge, microwave, oven and everything you may need to prepare that perfect French meal. Or not, we can also book a gourmet cook! The kitchen is equipped to please the most rigorous demands. The central island is a cook’s dream and the extra seating around the island and in the kitchen area allows for group cooking sessions.


A large airy living area opens onto the garden and shaded terrace, overlooking the crystal clear pool, perfect for a cooling refresher in the midst of a summer's day. The courtyard garden has a second entry through a gate which gives onto a small impasse, perfect for coming in and out with bicycles.


Five double bedrooms with luxury linens and best of bedding and each with their own modern bathroom stocked with luxury bath products, makes this perfect for a group of adults or for a family. The house sleeps 10 people comfortably. However, small children can additionally be accommodated, totaling a maximum of 14.


This is a house to make memories to treasure for a lifetime.


But part of your holiday joy will come from your holiday setting. Vers Pont-du-Gard, is of course named for the World Heritage site that is a walk away, the famous two thousand year Roman Aqueduct, The Pont-du-Gard, visually spectacular, as well as historically and scientifically fascinating. In fact, the ancient aqueduct passed right through this town, and it is a wonderful hike to follow its traces to the actual Pont that crosses the Gard river on the way to Nimes, where it carried water to the larger population. There is a modern museum at the site itself. You will also find that swimming and canoeing in the river are popular activities to try and enjoy.


The village is active with bakery, pharmacy, wine bar, restaurants, post office, hairdresser, “tabac”, doctors, dentist, physiotherapist, osteopath, sports club and two wine producers (“caves”). Look for Patricia who sells fresh fruit and vegetables every Monday and Wednesday morning in the central square, Place de la Fontaine. On Saturdays her stall is joined by eight or ten others selling meat, fish, cheese, wine, Italian and Vietnamese produce, flowers, clothes, etc. These are opportunities to plunge into the warm and friendly atmosphere of the village by meeting the villagers, always present in the market. You will find everything you need to fill your shopping basket and prepare delicious meals.


More famous Wednesday and Saturday markets in nearby and larger Uzès, a three-star, "worth a trip" town in the Green Michelin, and whose shops, restaurants and well-kept tranquil streets exude charm and authenticity. The market is held in the famous and truly beautiful, "Place aux Herbes", with its Renaissance facades and its encircling Plane trees.


Further afield, you will also want to visit nearby Castillon du Gard, as well as Avignon, and Nimes, Les Baux de Provence, etc..


As far as Food and Dining, whether visiting local markets where local produce is an abundant delight, or choosing local bistros, cafes, or starred restaurants, you are in for a treat to the palate. The region is known for its fresh asparagus, melons, cherries, and apricots, but also its local truffles. The market's are full of wide selections of local cheese-makers, olives, and olive oil producers, as well as the farmers with their local products. Not to forget the famed wines!


You don't like cooking? We can book a cook as well as a cooking lesson, and help you choose amongst the many restaurants around. It will be our pleasure to help you plan your days and enjoy all the experiences this beautiful region has to offer.


Pool and Air-conditioning make it perfect for summer stays; A delightful inside ambiance and the pleasures of the area make it a delight all year round.


Services that can be arranged at your convenience:


Babysitter, Concierge service, Private Chef, Cleaning Service, shopping for basic arrival package, Meal in Fridge.


Distances:




Nimes 30 km,


Avignon 30km,


Montpellier 80km


Nearest Train: Avignon 30km.


Nearest beach: 5 mins to the Gardon or 1hr to the Camargue coast.


Nearest Golf course: Uzes 8km.