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Beautiful base for walking, swimming and relaxing

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Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi
Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library
Dining

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6140 sq m

Explore the area

Map
Mons, Occitanie
  • Popular LocationGorges d'Héric1 min drive
  • Popular LocationPlage Publique11 min drive
  • Popular LocationMont Caroux29 min drive
  • AirportBéziers (BZR-Cap d'Agde)69 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beautiful base for walking, swimming and relaxing

La Casèla is a 17th century stone house which we refurbished for our family in 2002-3 and to which we return each year. It is set on the edge of a friendly, small hamlet (Mons) which nestles on the side of Mont Caroux. The scenery is beautiful - vineyards line the valley, chestnut forest flanks the slopes which rise to the heather-covered mountain top. The house is perfect for exploring the area on foot, or as a base to enjoy swimming in nearby rivers and gorges, canoeing, riding, cycling on the long distance cycle path along the valley or mountain biking for the more adventurous, or venturing further afield to the beach or wine-tasting tours.

The house is very comfortable inside: the bedrooms and bathroom are light and pretty and the kitchen is very well equipped. The living room is spacious with a smart TV, sofa and chairs for relaxing and a wood burning stove for colder times. There is plenty of outside space for sunbathing and relaxing - either on the terraces or in the garden.

Mons La Trivalle is a small community in the Hérault. The ancient part of the village is called Mons and it is located very close (1km) to the beautiful Gorges d'Heric. This is where our house, La Casèla, is located and there is a lovely footpath straight from the house through chestnut woods to the Gorges, where you can swim, rock climb or hike. The environment is very tranquil and the perfect location for a family holiday. At the bottom of the valley (5 minute walk) is La Trivalle, where you find a bar, baker, grocery shop and restaurant. There is also a long distance, traffic-free cycle route through the village extending for 30km in either direction.

The river Orb runs through the bottom of the valley and provides wonderful opportunities for canoeing, swimming and sunbathing.

All in all the house is a great location for anyone looking for a relaxing holiday with good access to outdoor activities. In addition, the house is very comfortable and if you don't fancy going out at all, the terraces and garden provide the perfect location for reading and relaxing.

Property manager

Alex MacGillivray

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Golf privileges
  • Bicycle on site
  • Golfing on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Golf nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Cave exploring nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1507 sq ft (140 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs are available on request at the property

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Great Base for Walk Swimming Relaxing
Great Base for Walk, Swimming and Relaxing Mons
Great Base for Walk, Swimming and Relaxing Private vacation home

About the neighborhood

Mons

Located in Mons, this vacation home is in a rural area and on a river. Gorges d'Héric and Terre Liquide are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Haut-Languedoc Regional Nature Park and Plage Publique. Rafting and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Haut-Languedoc Regional Nature Park - 1 min walk
  • Terre Liquide - 18 min walk
  • Gorges d'Héric - 1 min drive
  • Plage Publique - 11 min drive
  • Mont Caroux - 29 min drive

Getting around

  • Saint-Pons-Herault Station - 28 min drive
  • Béziers (BZR-Cap d'Agde) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • Le Faitout - 17 min drive
  • La Mécanique des Frères Bonano - 8 min drive
  • Hôtel Bar Restaurant Laissac-Speiser - 4 min drive
  • Auberge du Caroux - 14 min walk
  • Le Lézard Bleu - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful base for walking, swimming and relaxing pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Beautiful base for walking, swimming and relaxing?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful base for walking, swimming and relaxing?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful base for walking, swimming and relaxing located?

Situated on a river, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Haut-Languedoc Regional Nature Park, Terre Liquide, and Gorges d'Héric. Plage Publique is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Aralena L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, cozy maison de village
We (family of 5) stayed for 5 days in this lovely home, with plans to discover the parks of the Haut-Languedoc. The house itself was beautifully renovated, very clean and well-equipped - we lacked for nothing in terms of cooking, relaxing and sleeping. The beds were very comfortable, the bathroom is nice and large, and the selection of books - nonfiction, folio, fiction, children's... - is more than large enough to keep everyone entertained without screens! We took advantage of the location of the gite to walk to the Gorges d'Heric, and within a short drive were able to visit other spectacular hiking trails and the Voie Verte (we didn't bring our bikes, but there's a bike rental spot in the village). All in all, a wonderful, cozy, charming home in a nature-lover's paradise that we thoroughly enjoyed.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hilary Appleton

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Mons
We spent two wonderful weeks in this tiny medieval hamlet. Nightingales called constantly outside. The village store, down the hill, was remarkably well stocked; the bar a welcoming place. It was nice to meet Lilli the day we arrived, who was very helpful. We had wonderful walks, both from the house itself, or short drives away. The characterful house is spacious, the beds are comfortable; there is constant hot water. Well stocked kitchen; fantastic amount of books and maps. Choice of sun or shade on the terraces. Utter peace. The only thing we did start to miss after a week or so was a TV.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Francis B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hillside heaven
This is a lovely spacious and comfortable old house with real character, located on the hillside above Mons. It is a great place to explore the area either by walking out of the front door or hiring a bike in the village. There are many places to swim in the afternoon either In the Gorge d’Heric or in the rivers. It is really worth getting up early and climbing up to the viewpoint on the Caroux. For anyone still feeling adventurous it is possible to walk back to the house through the hills via Douch and Heric. We had a wonderful holiday, and having such a lovely place to stay was a big part of that.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Martin W.

"A home from home"
Thankfully I'd done my homework & with Lilli's excellent guide we were able to pinpoint the exact location of this beautiful gem. At the end of your journey you're just looking to sitting down, relaxing & start taking it all in. "La Casela" has exactly all that. The home feels warm, its exactly how it should be decorated & very well equipped & kept. The walk from La Trivalle is challenging but if you're a walker it's good exercise. We stayed in a very warm period so careful management of the balance between letting air in & keeping heat out was needed. This was our second stay in the region so allowed us much more scope to explore. The local community are welcoming & very friendly despite our poor command of French we were helped along well. Overall a fantastic holiday in a beautiful location. Thank you for sharing your fabulous home.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

john r.

Lovely, lovely.
We and our little dog had a great time. The cottage is sympathetically restored, comfortable, charming and well equiped; except for no ice making facility (G&Ts). Lillie was very helpful. The village and area is beautiful and interesting with much to see and do. The food, wine and people are all great.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2017

8/10 Good

Ed Z.

Very Nice
It is in a beautiful area and views from upstairs windows are particularly nice. Walking to the home from where you park the car is a bit of an effort but that's part of the overall charm. The home was very clean, there was a welcoming bottle of wine, the internet was good, the bed was comfortable and the home is spacious and authentic. Owner responds quickly via electronic communication. Excellent centrally located area for hiking. There is no freezer, not even a tiny one, in the small refrigerator. Not an huge problem, but I wish we had known ahead of time before shopping for groceries. A late, but final disappointment was that when we paid the required 300£ security deposit it was US, $397.33. When the 300£ deposit was credited back the £ had dropped and we got only $366--a direct additional $33 charge. Ah Brexit. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 15 nights in Oct 2016

10/10 Excellent

Stephen B., Montlaur, 11220 Franceinfo

A very special place to stay
We were looking for an old country cottage with character and ambience where we could have a few days rest and relaxation with our two dogs. We found exactly that! The house is a couple of hundred metres from the Church car park and up a winding stone path. It oozes history but also is well equipped and comfortable. It is a lovely place just to BE.. We loved sitting on the spacious terrace in the September sunshine, watching the dogs stretched out on the cool flagstones after leaping over the stone walls and playing with the autumn leaves on the walk to the gorge . The views from the upstairs windows are stunning. The village shop ( 20 minute walk) is brilliant and the cafe bar very friendly. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2016

10/10 Excellent

Jean B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Semaine en famille
Nous avons passé une semaine délicieuse dans cette maison authentique décorée avec goût. Les propriétaires ont été très disponibles lorsque nous les avons sollicités. Le village est calme, et très joli. Nous espérons y retourner un jour.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

laurence d.

Liked: Cleanliness
a so lovely house
C'est je crois la 6ème fois que je séjourne à la Casela, et comme à chaque fois, je m'y plais beaucoup et ne cherche qu'à revenir ; j'apprécie son charme d'une maison ancienne joliment rénovée et décorée, le silence (que les oiseaux !), les terrasses au soleil (je préfère celle en pierre coté sud ouest) le wifi confortable, la proximité des chemins de randonnées vers les gorges d'Héric,la voie verte Passapaïs toute proche pour faire du vélo tranquillement, et ce que j'aime par dessous toute : le chemin qui descend depuis l'église et donne à voir sur le paysage doucement vallonné vers l'ouest, en direction d'Olargues et de St Pons de Thomières
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Dorthe l.

Liked: Cleanliness
meget atmosfærde
Dejligt ophold i et smagfuldt indrettet hus i en hyggelig by. Vi havde meget varmt vejr, og da er det virkelig varmt at sove på 1. sal trods fan i loftet da der også er en del myg, hvis vinduerne er åbne. Meget udførlig beskrivelse af boligen og dybt chamerende område. Dejligt at bade på campingpladsen og i gorges.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023