Surf beaches and miles of prestigious vines.....

From the regal and fashionable seaside resort of Biarritz, the endless beaches of the Côte d’Argent hold irresistible appeal for holidays by the sea. Surfers flock here to ride the Atlantic breakers on France’s ‘California coast’ while families enjoy carefree days on sandy shores. Learn to surf on the superb beaches or go sailing and windsurfing on inland lakes and find excellent golf courses in scenic settings.

Vast pine forests back onto these beaches, towering dunes rise into an incredible desert like setting near Arcachon and inland lagoons promise all kinds of water sports in scenic surroundings for walking and cycling. Savour plump local oysters from the Bassin d’Arcachon. How does that sound to you? Has that whetted your appetite for a beach villa in Biarritz.

This corner of France is also wine country. The historic city of Bordeaux is surrounded by 1000 square kilometres of carefully tended vineyards with over 5000 wine châteaux scattered throughout the precious landscape. Enjoy the full bodied St. Emillion, lighter Médoc reds, dry-white Entredux-mers, sweet Sauternes and make an appointment for tastings at prestigious Pauillac châteaux including Lafitte Rothchild, Mouton Rothchild and Margaux. What better to enjoy a glass or two when you are lunching by the sparkling pool of your luxury French villa rental.

The Pyrénées Atlantique provides a mountainous backdrop in the south, climbing to a dramatic natural border with Spain and with sheer cliffs plunging to the sea on the coast. The ancient riverside city of Bayonne is the capital of the French Pays Basque and there is a distinctive character to the tall, half-timbered houses and traditional coloured shutters in red and green. Of the local specialities, the smoked Bayonne ham has a distinctly Spanish flavour or visit the famous Chocolate Factory.

We have an exciting selection of houses ranging from a full hotel style service in a former stately home; a fabulous apartment right on the beach; a stunning property in Bidart with amazing views to a delightful house set within a forest with a pretty garden and pool and close to a sandy beach. Escape the General Election and book your French villa holiday now!!

If you would to talk to one of our experienced staff about your luxury villa in France contact our office on 01442 870055 or visit our website www.qualityvillas.com

Gill Woolsgrove
Regional Manager
France & Morocco

Sete – The Venice of the Languedoc with Quality Villas

Mention Mediterranean France and everyone automatically thinks of the Cote d’Azur and Provence. Beautiful areas to visit but why not venture further west and sample the delights of quaint fishing villages, lively cities and at affordable prices. Why not consider this marvellous region for your family villa in Languedoc.
As part of my portfolio of houses across various regions of France the one area that I have always felt that I am on holiday in, even though I am working, is Sete and the surrounding coastal towns and small villages. We have many luxury villas in Languedoc and some still with summer availability.

I have visited Sete many times plus the coastal town of Marseillan where I have had the best moules frites ever to the pretty town of Meze north of Sete and famous for wonderful oysters from the Bassin de Thau – again the best oysters I have ever eaten!!

However, Sete is special and my favourite!! Once a small fishing village on the island of Mont St Clair it’s become the definitive Languedoc fishing port for France on the Mediterranean. This warm and colourful town is known as the Venice of Languedoc with its canals and small bridges. The charm of Sète is in the canals, the sea, the streets and the restaurants. You can walk and discover fishing boats, busy with their catch, or find a restaurant to eat and watch the fishing boats go out to sea. Walk down the Saint Louis Pier and look for yachts vie for space. Here you will see some of the fastest sailboats in the world, as it is here that the French train for the America's Cup. For families there are 12 kms of sandy beaches that stretch from Sete to Cap d’Agde. There is so much to do in and around Sete from sailing trips, water sports, micro light flights, tennis, golf, horse riding, museums, theatres and a casino if you fancy a try at the tables!!

We have two new luxury villas in Sete on the horizon, both quite stunning with modern interiors, fabulous pools, gymnasiums, saunas and their own cinemas. More on these villas very soon!!

Why not consider this pearl of the coastline for your family villa holiday. Our two new villas mentioned above will be available to rent from May so look out for them on our website www.qualityvillas.com
If you would like to speak to a specialist on a French villa holiday or where best to visit, do visit this site on line : http://www.qualityvillas.com and contact our office or email us.

Gill Woolsgrove
Area Manager
France & Morocco

There's a lot to do in the Lot !!!!

The Lot Valley is one of the most beautiful regions in France, a perfect holiday destination for your rural French farmhouse holiday. The area has remained fairly untouched by 20th century development and tourism and the rural way of life continues very much as it has for centuries. Local farmers seem happy to live a fairly subsistence lifestyle, and village markets continue to flourish. This is due, no doubt, to the local taste for fresh ingredients and traditional methods of regional cooking. Although medieval villages and towns are starting to be discovered by tourists looking for a more authentic France, they have managed to retain their old-world charm. Visitors are drawn to the stunning countryside, pâté, truffles, foie gras and fine wine. A perfect place for your family farmhouse in South West France!!!

The summers are hot and the pool is a great place to sunbathe and cool down. Music and wine festivals and village fêtes go on throughout this time. Canoeing along the river Lot is a lovely way to while away a day – in search of the perfect spot for a picnic, French style. And, talking of food, what better way to indulge in the region’s gastronomy than to install ones self at a local restaurant that specialises in foie gras, magret and cassoulet. How perfect to be here in your very own South West France Villa!
This area boasts many beautiful villages and the scenery is without a doubt truly stunning. It’s a perfect area to enjoy a wonderful family holiday in a countryside villa with your very own swimming pool. This region is vast but its worth mentioning just a couple of areas of interest.

The ancient city of Cahors sits on the River Lot and steeped in history. It is now a fashionable town with some superb restaurants, nice shops and an excellent Saturday market, bursting with local produce. Across the river is the town's signature piece, the Pont Valentré. This magnificent fortified bridge was built between 1308 and 1500 and features a trio of towers, battlements and seven pointed arches. The Cathédrale St-Etienne dominates the old town and features a sculptured Romanesque north portal, which was carved around 1135. Today the town is best known for its excellent cuisine and the fine deep red wine that is made in the surrounding vineyards. A good excursion from Cahors is the stunning cliff-edge village of St-Cirq-Lapopie, (31km) to the east. Perched high above the south bank of the Lot, the village, with its cobbled lanes, half-timbered houses and gardens, it is best visited village in history!

Why not book your South West France farmhouse today so you can enjoy the beauty of the Lot Valley. We have a few rural French farmhouses still with high season availability.

If you would to talk to one of our experienced staff about your luxury villa in France contact our office on 01442 870055 or visit our website www.qualityvillas.com

Gill Woolsgrove
Regional Manager
France & Morocco

A spot of tennis anyone !!

We at Quality Villas are always searching for the perfect house, you know, the one in a village with super restaurants, your own sparking blue swimming pool and your very own private tennis court. Well, I have found just that (well, I found it last year) and it’s perfect for your Dordogne villa holiday. Just think no driving so you can sample the heart Cahors wine and be your own Andy Murray on your own private tennis court!!

Le Pelerin is a stone-built private tennis villa in Dordogne with a large, mature garden, just a short stroll from the centre of the pretty village of Saint Sozy. Once a convent, the house has been completely refurbished in a traditional French style, enhancing the charm of the house whilst providing modern facilities.
The delightful village of Saint Sozy sits against a backdrop of the Monts Alentours. This is a lively village with 5 restaurants, a bakers and grocers shop among others. This villa is ideally placed to explore the delights of the Lot and Dordogne which has long been favoured by the French themselves for the stunning scenery, wonderful towns and fabulous cuisine. For more information on this click on this link
http://www.qualityvillas.com/refPR994.php

Nearby Rocamadour is a magical town with golden houses clinging to the side of the cliff over the Alzou Canyon. This is France's second most visited village after Mont St Michel in Brittany. Take a boat ride through the ancient and spectacular Gouffres du Padirac caves just 30 minutes drive from Le Pelerin. Visit the medieval town of Sarlat-le-Caneda with its famous Saturday market. There is plenty to do and see in this region, and plenty of good food and wine to enjoy along the way!

This luxury Dordogne villa still has availability from June to September so why not contact us now www.qualityvillas.com either by email or telephone.

Gill Woolsgrove
Manager
France & Morocco

Wall to wall sunshine in sunny Agadir !!

Quality Villas has recently expanded into Agadir, one of Morocco’s most visited Southern cities. Agadir is not your typical city of traditional Morocco, but it is a modern, busy and dynamic town with well maintained beaches and palm-lined boulevards. There is a very western feel about the place with its beachfront bars, promenades and long sandy beaches. We have luxury beachside villas, both in a residential complex and offer quality accommodation with comfort in mind. As the weather is so good all year round why not book your Morocco luxury villa now!!

With a moderate climate with Mediterranean-like weather throughout the year with warm temperatures and plenty of sunshine, the dry summers are the best time to visit, and an ideal time to take advantage of the miles of wonderful beaches and extensive tourist facilities. However, as Agadir boasts over 300 days of sunshine each year then it’s an ideal holiday destination at whatever time of the year for your beach villa holiday.

Spring temperatures see highs of around 17C-19C, with Agadir receiving only a maximum of around 40mm of rain during April and May. Rainfall during the summer months is practically non-existent, and during these dry summer months the sun shines for an average of 10 hours a day, with an abundance of cloudless blue skies. The region sees average temperatures of between 20C and 23C's between June and August, and occasional highs reaching 28C. Southwest trade winds blow along the coastline, serving to keep the temperatures down a little, and together with an average water temperature of 18C, help to create excellent surfing conditions for enthusiasts. Autumn sees temperatures slightly higher than those in the spring, averaging around 19C-21C. The winters tend to be mild, with Agadir still experiencing a minimum of 7 hours of sunshine each month. Perfect for your Agadir beach villa holiday.

If you would like to speak to a specialist on a Morocco villa holiday or where best to visit, do visit our site http://www.qualityvillas.com and contact our office or email us.


Gill Woolsgrove
Manager
Morocco

I do like to be beside the seaside.....

Agadir is Southern Morocco's most visited city and a very popular tourist destination. Its sandy shores and modern coastal city is a huge attraction and it draws crowds of Europeans during the winter months. In fact while most people flock to the Canaries they forget that Agadir lies adjacent with beautiful parks, luscious gardens and beautiful beach front villas. The long sandy beach is swept every morning and kept spotlessly clean. The south end of the main beach has jet-skis for rental. Alternatively, dry activities like horse & camel riding, quad biking and beach buggies are also available and very popular. Stroll along the wide promenade where there are a number of bars and café's selling drinks and renting out sun-beds and umbrellas. Quality Villas has a portfolio of luxury Moroccan villas with two very special villas near Agadir.

I will be visiting Agadir very shortly to view our villas in Aglou Plage with its beautiful beaches with memorable sunsets. One such villa, that I will be staying in is Dar Aglou. This Moroccan family villa is spacious and beautifully equipped with its own private pool and situated in grounds which overlook a wonderful sandy beach. Tastefully furnished to a high standard, Dar Aglou offers the opportunity to enjoy winter or summer sunshine in a fabulous location. There are beach cafes and restaurants in Aglou Plage, whilst nearby there are opportunities to enjoy activities including windsurfing, deep sea fishing, hang gliding, horse riding and quad biking: all just two kilometres distant. For sightseeing the local town of Tiznit, with its famous Silver Souk, is a mere 15 minutes away. If, on the other hand, relaxation is your aim, then the pool and gardens will offer the perfect opportunity for relaxation. Optional full maid service, which can include some cooking if you wish, ensures that domestic cares will be abandoned is also available!! To view this villa click on www.qualityvillas.co.uk/refMO750.php

Why not escape the doom and gloom of the forthcoming General Election and fly on a budget airline plane to one of our luxury villas in Morocco. You won’t regret it!!

If you would like to speak to a specialist on a Morocco villa holiday do visit this site on line: http://www.qualityvillas.com or contact our office or email us – we are awaiting your call !!


Gill Woolsgrove
Regional Manager
France & Morocco

South West France – unspoilt beauty at its finest!!

This green and fertile corner of France is well known for its hilltop bastides and fortified villages. There are incredibly beautiful and unspoilt places with tumbling flowers, painted shutters and carved stonework dotted across the rolling landscape, intermingling with stone built farms, gaggles of foie gras producing geese, the occasional chateau, vineyards, sunflowers and fruit orchards. This is my home in South West France – unspoilt beauty at its finest. It is here where we have family farmhouses with pools to rent, converted stone barns and Manoirs.

These houses stand dazzling white against green, ochre and sunflower-yellow fields, and the deep red of an occasional poppy. It is peaceful, tame countryside, the idyllic by product of centuries of rich farming.
Quercy Blanc, takes its name from the white limestone which colours the soil. Many villages are built of Quercy Blanc, the beautiful local white stone.

Famous for its sunflowers, peaches, kiwi, asparagus, cherries, nectarines, melons, vines and prunes, the local countryside changes weekly from the lush greens and delicate blossoms of early spring through to the fields of ripening wheat and barley edged with poppies, to the vivid yellow of the summer sunflowers. Can you not think of anything more lovely to have your France villa holiday in one of properties?

We have a former Presbytery built of Quercy Blanc stone to rent in this gorgeous region with full summer availability. This house sleeps 8, has a large garden, a sparkling pool and its on special offer too! To read more click http://www.qualityvillas.com/refPR670.php

Amongst the many places local to the property are markets, night markets, leisure lake, local tennis court, horse riding centre, golf courses, parachute school and vineyards. Book now for your family farmhouse in France now!

If you would to talk to one of our experienced staff about your holiday in France contact our office on 01442 870055 or visit our website www.qualityvillas.com

If you would like a copy of our new 2010 brochure call our office on the number above or order a copy via our website www.qualityvillas.com

Gill Woolsgrove
Regional Manager
France & Morocco