Chez Jerome

LE BARRY, near Gignac

At a glance

Chez Jerome is a lovingly restored former winery, built in 1631, in the medieval hamlet of Le Barry. 

All services, shops, restaurants and a Saturday morning market, which is one of the best in the area, can be found in the town of Gignac, 7 kms.  The cool, inviting river Hérault provides an excellent swimming spot 5 kms away, with a natural, pebbly beach and canoe hire.  Lake Salagou for swimming, fishing and non-motorised water sports, is a 20 minute drive, Mediterranean beaches 35 minutes. The surrounding countryside is ideal for walking.

The property has been well restored recently to an exceptionally high standard and is very well equipped with all modern comforts, whilst keeping much of its original character.  All accommodation is on the ground floor, with a superb vaulted ceiling and terracotta tiled floors.  Features include some exposed stones and the original ancient stone sink.  Entry is through French doors directly off the little street into the spacious kitchen/dining and living area of 40 sq m.   Comfortable seating, mood lighting and careful choice of furniture and decoration combine for a chic yet relaxing ambience.

 The vaulted ceiling with feature exposed stones extends into the terracotta toned, fully tiled shower room with WC and hand washbasin.  This opens through to the bedroom with queen size bed and French doors out to the laundry, covered terrace and the garden.

The 60 sq m garden, with lovely views across the vineyards and open outlook, is surrounded by an old stone wall and has the original old well.  Steps lead up to the 25 sq m terrace, with a super view, gas BBQ, outdoor dining furniture and sun lounges.

Equipment includes:   Dishwasher.  Washing machine.  Clothes dryer. Cooker with oven and 4 hotplates.  Microwave.  Satellite TV.  DVD/CD player.  Short wave radio/cassette player.  Telephone for incoming calls. Hairdryer.

NB: Whilst the owners sometimes live in the top part of the property, they will not be in residence when the apartment is let.