In the heart of the Cévennes National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Mas de Guérit is located above the village, away from prying eyes and decibels, and can accommodate 10 to 12 people (6 bedrooms). The place is magical, one hectare of terraced gardens and a view… as far as the eye can see. Far from the world, close to everything... Large private swimming pool secured by electric shutter to current standards, wide beaches with deckchairs. Untouched nature, rediscovered serenity, absolute freedom. The space A typical Cevennes old magnanerie, this house unfolds on 3 levels: 6 bedrooms, 12 beds, 3 bathrooms, 3 toilets (1 per floor). Each level has direct access to the outside. Main level (in the middle): - Large living room, 6m ceiling height, space and volume. Fireplace, hifi channel, board games, free wifi, good mobile phone coverage. - Like a summer living room, a large terrace on the same level as the living room for meals and naps in the shade of the trellis. BBQ nicely integrated into the stone walls. - Kitchen with old-world charm, but very well equipped: large table, LV, LL, fridge-freezer (plus a 2nd), 2 Nespresso + filter coffee, oven, microwave etc. - 1 bedroom, 160 bed - 1 bedroom, 90 bed + 120 bed The 2 bedrooms are connected. - 1 bathroom and separate toilet, accessible via a covered outdoor passageway. High Level: - 2 bedrooms 180 beds - 1 bathroom and separate toilet - Mezzanine with balcony above the living room (child safety alert): a desk and an organ (a collector's item!) for musicians, and a large-screen TV (computer to be connected via HDMI cable) - Terrace and parking space at the back of the house Low level, independent, connected to the main level by external staircase: - 1 Bedroom 140 Bed - 1 bedroom with 2 90-cm beds, ideal for children or teenagers - 1 shower room with toilet The rooms have direct access to the garden and communicate with each other. These rooms may be cooler if it rains, before June 15, and then in September. They are not available until May 26: the house can therefore only accommodate 8 to 10 people for the Ascension weekend. - The pool is at this level: children must always be under the responsibility of an adult. Musicians will appreciate the beautiful and valuable antique Gaveau baby grand piano! You need to take great care of it... And for quiet moments, there are plenty of board games for young and old alike. For sports enthusiasts, weight bench, gym mat, dumbbells and ping-pong. Numerous walks on foot from the house, swimming spots at the river at the bottom of the road, 5 min walk. Unspoiled nature, wide open spaces, newfound serenity, absolute freedom... - Possibility of cleaning during the stay with extra charge. - Umbrella bed, highchair, baby bath available on request. No pets please. Smokers are welcome to smoke outside. Events are not allowed. Amenities in and around the village: - In the village: a grocery store where you can find almost everything, even bread and newspaper, an excellent itinerant butcher every Wednesday and Saturday, post office, tennis court, coffee and pétanque in the shade of plane trees, midday and evening grills, pizza in the village square. - 2 km away: Nathanaël, the best baker in the world... - 14 km away: supermarkets (drive-through or delivery available), all types of food shops, a flea market, a hairdresser, a beauty salon, banks and ATMs, gas stations, a café, and restaurants. - Picturesque local produce markets in and around the village (Saint-Jean-du-Gard, Anduze, Saint-André-de-Valborgne, Lasalle, etc.). Beautiful taste surprises! And for fun: possibility of in-home massages by state-certified masseuse. The Cevennes, a region still untouched, full of charm and mysteries, rich in cultural heritage and playful activities that will delight young and old: - Maison Rouge Museum in St-jean-du-Gard, Musée du Désert, Maison de l 'Eau, among other discoveries... - Bambouseraie, Caves de Trabuc, Caves des Demoiselles, - Steam train between St-Jean-du-Gard and Anduze, - Accrobranches, canoeing, kayaking, canyoning at the Gorges du Soucy, climbing wall of Mialet (6a to 7b), horse or donkey rides on the paths of Stevenson (GR70), hikes of an hour or a day, many passes to discover on foot or by bike (Col de l 'Asclier, du Mercou, Saint Pierre etc). Not to mention the spectacular Corniche des Cévennes... - Bike, ATV, motorbike routes - The sea, the Camargue, Arles, the Pont du Gard, Mont Aigoual, the Causses are 1h30 and Uzès and other wonders at 1h00... Occitanie, Gard, Cevennes, south, sun, pool, mas, magnanerie, authenticity, charm, nature, rest, disconnection, relaxation, sports activities, hikes, excursions, fun, culture, slow tourism Guest access - Nîmes and Montpellier train station 1 hour 15 minutes away - Alès station 45 minutes away - Nîmes and Montpellier Airport - A bus connection is provided between Nîmes and Saint Jean du Gard several times a day. See Lio coach website, line 112 Other things to note - Mandatory: end-of-stay cleaning = €250 (this does not exclude the current cleaning that must be done by the tenants. The house must be left in a good condition, trash emptied, fridge clean, dishes washed, barbecue cleaned). - Comfort option: bed linen + towels = €15/person We entrust you with our house in a spirit of mutual respect, and hope you enjoy it as much as we do!