Maison & Village Quarante France

About the Accommodation Maison & Village in Quarante is a character-filled, three-storey village house set on a quiet pedestrian street in the heart of a small, working wine village.

It’s the kind of place where mornings start with the sound of the Marie (town hall) bells, neighbours say bonjoir as they pass, and everything you need is just a short stroll away.

 Inside, the house unfolds over three levels — airy, light-filled spaces with a mix of vintage finds, comfortable furnishings, and those small touches that make settling in feel effortless.

There are rooms for relaxing, rooms for working, and rooms for simply slowing down, each with its own view of rooftops, vines, or our little courtyard.  Step outside and you’re moments from vineyard walks, the local bakery, the wine cave, and the rhythm of daily village life. Whether you’re here for a long stay, a creative break, or a sun-soaked adventure through the Languedoc, this is your base for living like a local — with comfort, charm, and a pace that feels just right.

When you arrive, our lovely French housekeeper Vanessa is on hand to meet you, help you settle in, and share a few local tips — from where to buy the best baguette to which vineyard has the nicest terrace that week.

Quarante is a small, working wine village, so expect a relaxed pace: church bells, friendly neighbours, morning markets, long quiet evenings, and starry skies. Shops close for lunch, people chat in the street, and life moves gently. It’s all part of the charm. We’ve put together a guide to help you find everything easily — parking spots, cafés, walking trails, brocantes, and our favourite places for a good glass of rosé.

You’ll have everything you need for a smooth, comfortable stay. If anything comes up, we’re only a message away.
Nikki and John

Quarante is a small, lived-in wine village with real charm — the kind of place where you can wander quiet lanes, greet neighbours on their morning stroll, and pick up your baguette from the bakery two minutes away.

The village centre has everything you need: a  Patisserie, Epicere (Deli), Superette,  a café/bar, and a weekly market stall for fresh produce.  Vineyards wrap around the edges of the village, giving you instant access to walking and cycling trails, while nearby Capestang and Cruzy offer extra cafés, canal-side dining, and shops.
It’s peaceful, authentic, and perfectly placed for exploring the best of the Languedoc — all at an easygoing village pace.

Getting to Quarante is pleasantly simple. From Paris, take the fast TGV or Intercités train to Béziers, then pick up a rental car from Avis at the station. The drive to Quarante is an easy 30 minutes through vineyards and countryside.

Prefer not to drive?
You can also arrive in Béziers and take the local bus straight to Quarante — perfect if you’re travelling light and happy to settle straight into village life.

Parking
There is parking in the village (5 mins walk) as the house is on a pedestrian street.  

Driving Times from Quarante
To Béziers
• City Centre – 25 minutes
• Train Station (Gare de Béziers) – 25 minutes
• Béziers Airport (BZR) – 35 minutes
• Fonseranes Locks (9 Écluses) – 20 minutes

To Narbonne
• City Centre – 25 minutes
• Les Halles Market – 25 minutes • Narbo Via Museum – 25 minutes

 Saint-Chinian
• Town Centre & Market – 15 minutes

 Canal du Midi • Closest access point (Capestang or Poilhes) – 10–15 minutes

 Capestang
• Village Centre / Canal-side cafés – 12 minutes
• Sunday Market – 12 minutes

 Poilhes
• Riverside restaurants & canal path – 10 minutes

 Cruzy

Beaches
• Village Centre – 10 minutes Mediterranean Beaches
• Valras-Plage – 35 minutes
• Gruissan Plage – 40 minutes
• Narbonne Plage – 40 minutes Wine Villages & Domains
• Assignan (Village Castigno) – 20 minutes
• Puisserguier – 8 minutes
• Cessenon-sur-Orb – 20 minutes Historic & Scenic Spots
• Minerve – 35–40 minutes
• Roquebrun – 30 minutes
• Oppidum d’Ensérune – 18 minutes Shopping & Essentials

• Large Supermarkets (Béziers or Narbonne) – 25 minutes
 • Local Shops (Capestang, Puisserguier, Cruzy) – 5–12 minutes