Languedoc-Roussillon
LE DOMAINE DE VERCHANT
Montpellier
NIMES - 30 MILES , AVIGNON - 55 MILES , NARBONNE - 60 MILES , AIX-EN-PROVENCE - 91 MILES , CARCASSONNE - 96 MILES , TOULOUSE - 152 MILES , PARIS - 470 MILES .
Le Domaine de Verchant
To approach five-star Le Domaine de Verchant , you cruise under the leafy canopy of a tree-lined boulevard and watch as the sight opens up to reveal a refined country mansion . This Relais & Châteaux property is a welcome retreat just removed from the pace of Montpellier , languishing in the subdued countryside . The estate dates back to the 16th century , and the hotel ’ s façade sits , elegant in its own simplicity , atop a sloping lawn with broad verandas perfect for surveying the views . Interiors are not what you might expect , filled with ultra-contemporary furnishings and a modern mix of monotone hues and vibrant colour infusions . The minimalism seen here is quite artistic , while original features such as exposed stonework , wooden beams and antique mosaics remain intact . There are 26 rooms , suites and apartments to choose from during your stay and each is individually decorated and features cutting-edge amenities . Their style is in-keeping with the hotel ’ s overall design , creating the perfect setting for romance . Within the grounds , a vast commune of vines contributes in the production of house red , white and rosé wines . These Verchant wines form the backbone of the experience at Le Domaine de Verchant , where the restaurant ’ s Mediterranean cuisine may be washed down with local labels . In-depth wine tasting events are also available . Other pastimes at Le Domaine de Verchant include swimming in either indoor or outdoor pools – the latter in the serene environment of the spa .
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LE DOMAINE DE VERCHANT EXH1502 Our Personal Opinion : " A countryside retreat with a unique combination of old and new , tradition and modernity " Official Category : Five star Open : All year Location : On the outskirts of Montpellier , under 10 minutes ' drive from the centre and 15 minutes from Montpellier Airport . At Hotel : 26 Rooms and Suites , Restaurant , Bar , Outdoor pool , Indoor pool , Spa , Massages and treatments , Sauna , Hammam , Tennis courts , Wine tasting , Car park , Internet , Vineyard , Indoor garden , Shop . Local Interest : Ancient monuments and architecture of Montpellier . Under 30 minutes ' drive from the coast and nearby golf courses . French Expressions include : Bed and breakfast . Holiday Prices : Best possible prices will be provided at the time of enquiry taking into account , seasonality , special offers and your own individual requirements .
RELAIS DES CHARTREUSES
Le Boulou
CÉRET – 6 MILES , PERPIGNAN – 14 MILES , COLLIOURE – 16 MILES , BANYULS-SUR-MER – 21 MILES , FIGUERES ( SPAIN ) – 22 MILES , PARIS – 562 MILES
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Perfectly situated for exploring the many delights of Catalonia , north and south of the France-Spain border , the Relais des Chartreuses is an unexpected hidden gem nestled deep in the foothills of the Albères . Overlooking the surrounding hills of the Vallespir Valley , the hotel is set in 5,000 square metres of tranquil parkland , complete with outdoor swimming pool . The hotel is within striking distance of Perpignan and the artist haunts of Céret , Collioure and Figueres , beloved by Picasso , Matisse and Dalí respectively . This 17th-century Catalan farmhouse has been lovingly renovated and refurbished to offer stylish and contemporary accommodation of three-star standard . The 14 rooms are decorated in a subtle , neutral colour palette and are accentuated by fine regional and Louis XV and XVI furnishings , whilst the former dovecote in the garden has been converted into a beautiful suite . Dinner is an intimate and tasty affair , with a simple yet appealing seasonal menu offering Mediterranean-inspired cuisine using the freshest local produce and accompanied by some of the finest Languedocian vintages . There is also a wellness centre within the grounds , offering beauty treatments and massages . A short drive from the French coastal resorts of Collioure , Banyuls-sur- Mer , Argèles-sur-Mer and Port-Vendres and close enough for a day ’ s excursion to the Spanish seaside villages of Cadaqués , Roses and Empuriabrava or the fascinating towns of Figueres and Girona , the Relais des Chartreuses offers a convenient and most attractive base for exploring the region .
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RELAIS DES CHARTREUSES FE1001 Our Personal Opinion : " A hidden gem , perfect for exploring the delights of both French and Spanish Catalonia " Official Category : Three star Open : 5 March to 31 December Location : Le Boulou , a 2 hrs 30-minute drive from Toulouse airport . Girona airport is 85km from the hotel and Perpignan is about 30 minutes away . At Hotel : 13 Rooms and 1 Suite , Restaurant , Beauty Treatments , Outdoor pool , Complimentary Wi-Fi . Local Interest : Céret and its Musée d ’ Art Moderne and Saturday market , Perpignan , the coastal resorts of Argèles-sur-Mer , Collioure , Port-
Vendres , Banyuls-sur-Mer , Cadaqués and Roses , the surreal Dalí Museum in Figueres , Besalú . French Expressions include : Bed and breakfast . Holiday Prices : Best possible prices will be provided at the time of enquiry taking into account , seasonality , special offers and your own individual requirements .
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