If you have never heard of Pezenas in South France, then you should definitely put it to the top of your list as a location for a long term rental in France for 2024. Here we explain what the quaint Southern French market town of Pezenas has to offer both during the summer and the rest of the year. Pezenas is unquestionably one of the prettiest towns in the South of France and the perfect location to be based in for a long stay in France.

These 12 Pezenas houses to rent long term in France are all currently available for monthly rentals during 2024. Please check the availability calendars as we can not guarantee that the houses will always be vacant for the entire period of your long term let. If you have any particular questions about any of these houses, or you would like to help you find alternative properties close to Pezenas, then please send us a message using the link at the bottom of the page.

Pezenas is the perfect location to be based in for a long stay in the South of France. Pezenas is small enough to feel familiar, but also large enough to provide all the facilities that you will need. The town has a good range of shops, it has excellent transport connections, it is close to the Mediterranean beaches and it is full of life and activities all year around.

Pezenas is located just 20 mins from the sandy beaches of the Mediterranean coast, just south of the city of Montpellier, about 1 hour north of the Spanish border. The town is well connected with 4 airports nearby (Beziers, Montpellier, Carcassonne and Perpignan), a TGV train station about 15 mins away and the A9 and A75 autoroutes are on your doorstep. You can travel to Montpellier from Pezenas on the regular bus service and the ticket price is just €1.50 (yes €1.50 euros !).

Pezenas is set within the Languedoc vineyards (the largest wine production region in France) and the good vineyards of St Chinian, Faugeres and Picpoul de Pinet are not far away.

Pezenas provides all the charm of Provence, but without the price tag. It also has better weather, better transport connections and I would say, better wine. Pezenas is a beautiful historic town with cobbled streets, stunning 16th and 17th century French mansion houses, a good selection of restaurants and a fabulous weekly market. 

Pezenas itself is a joy to spend time in and soak up the atmosphere. Pezenas was once the capital of Languedoc, but after this period the town effectively stood still. The benefits today of this stagnation is a well preserved medieval town with plenty of windy streets and alleyways.

The climate in Pezenas is perfect. It enjoys long hot summers and mild winters. During July and August the daytime temperature regularly reaches 32-34°C (90F) and there is very rarely any rain. My favourite months are september to October and April to May. There are beautiful blue skies and the daytime temperature stays around a comfortable 24-26°C (75F). In the winter months of November through to February, the average nightime temperature can drop as low as 5-7°C (and you will occasionally get a cold snap for a week or so as the temperatures drop to near Zero), but for most of the time during the day you can still walk around in a light jumper or a T shirt and enjoy the sunshine and the clear blue skies. During the winter the average temperature in the day reaches a respectable 13-16°C (55F-60F).

History of Pezenas France

Pezenas was once the capital of Languedoc for a brief period (in the late 16th Century to mid-17th Century). Its association with the Govenors of Languedoc brought great wealth to the town and many large Mansion houses were built in Pezenas around this time.

It was also the period when the celebrated French playwright, Molière, first visited Pezenas (in 1650) performing to the Prince de Conti. He returned a number of times to Pezenas and the town is closely associated with him, holding regular productions of his plays during the summer in the open air theatre.

But after this golden period, Pezenas largely stagnated. In the years up to the French Revolution and during the early to mid-19th Century, the population of the town declined. Its fortunes revived a little with the arrival of the railway to the town and the growth of the Languedoc wine industry in the early 1900's.

Fortunately, Pezenas has been spared the ravages of war or the impact of rapid urban development. As a result the town today is very well-preserved, with plenty of 16th-17th Century stone built town houses and a maze of windy streets and alleyways in its centre. 

Pezenas in South France

Pezenas has a range of local amenities that you will need if you are planning a long term rental in France. There are a number of schools, a local hospital, plenty of restaurants, two large supermarkets and more pharmacies than you can shake a stick at.

The local villages around Pezenas are very pretty - often surrounded by vineyards and hills. Some of the more popular viilages surrounding Pezenas include:

• Nezignan l'Eveque - a very pretty village with around 1,800 inhabitants and a good range of services including a popular Pizza restaurant, a hotel with restaurant and a friendly local bar.
• Tourbes - just 2 kms from Pezenas and featuring a very popular restaurant at the old Cave Cooperative, as well as a pharmacy, boulangerie, primary school and local bar.
• Neffies - a small village perched on a hill. Neffies is home to two excellent restaurants and a popular wine bar.
• Alignan du Vent - an old village built around a circular street in the centre (called a Circulade).
• Caux - a good sized village also featuring a circular central street. Caux has a very good restaurant, a small shop, pharmacy and a local vineyard which sells wine direct from the producer.

The main spectacle however, is the fantastic Saturday market in Pezenas which takes over the whole of the town. Here you can buy all manner of local foods, flowers, clothes and nic nacs.

Pezenas is also in the heart of the Languedoc wine region  

Pezenas is also a bit of a sports town, with a local football team, rugby club, tennis club, an athletics stadium and numerous cycling clubs. The local football team has been enjoying a lot of recent success (promoted to 5th League in France). There is also a popular Rugby Union club - which features prominently in the annual Mardi Gras festival celebrations, (Le Poulain). There is also a newly refurbished swimming pool, with a heated 50m outdoor pool for the winter, which becomes lovely and cool during the heat of summer.

There is always a festival of some sorts going on in Pezenas - be it a theatre festival, antiques fair, film festival, wine festivalor medieval fete.

Pezenas long term rental properties in France

So in conclusion, if you are looking for an area of Southern France to be based for a winter rental or to rent on a long term basis, then Pezenas is a great option to consider. If I was planning a 6 month-12 month stay in South France, then Pezenas would be my pick as a place to live. In fact, what am I talking about !! It is the place that I chose to come and live in France. That was 12 years ago and we have never looked back since.

It is a wonderful place to live. The centre of town is beautiful and the town provides all the services you require for a long stay. If you would like to look at a few options for Pezenas long term rental properties in France, we have highlighted some popular Pezenas properties on Long Term Rentals in France that are available for long term rentals (3-12 months) from October 2024 and into 2025.

Please check the availability calendars as we can not guarantee that the houses will always be vacant for the entire period of your long term let.

1. Apartment Canabasserie long term rental Pezenas France with roof terrace (Ref: 1964)

Set right in the heart of the historic town of Pezenas, Apartment Canabasserie provides both old world charm with modern comforts. The apartment is located on the second floor of a 16th century Mansion house and comes with a large roof terrace providing spectacular views over the town.

Mediterranean beaches are just a short drive away.

Apartment Canabasserie is a charming 1 bedroom apartment with original stone work and features air conditioning, a modern fully-equipped kitchen, spacious living room and comfortable bedroom.

The 30m2 roof terrace is completely private and comes with a large patio table and chairs, sun loungers and a BBQ.

The villa comes with:

• 4 bedrooms
• 1 bathroom
• Large swimming pool 10.5m x 4m
• Fully enclosed garden
• Peaceful location
• Efficient wood burner

This long term rental apartment in Pezenas is available for long term rentals of 6-9 months from September 2024. The monthly rental price is €700 per month + bills. 12 month rentals may be available (enquire about price). Pets accepted by prior arrangement. Minimum stay is 3 months.

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2. Maison Lavande - long term rentals property South France (Ref: 2035)

Maison Lavande is a spacious long term rentals property in South France with a private pool. The property is located on the edge of a quiet wine making village, close to the historic town of Pezenas.

The house comes with 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms and can sleep 8 guests comfortably. Outside, there is a private garden, a lovely sun terrace and a large roof terrace with views over the local vineyards. There is private parking for several cars.

The Mediterranean beaches are just 25 mins drive. Within the village there is a cafe-bar, shop and wine cellar selling local wines. Further restaurants and shops are located in the neighbouring villages of Roujan and Gabian.

The house is ideal for a family or a couple and comes with:

• Wifi internet throughout.
• 4 bedrooms
• 2 bathrooms
• 10 mins drive to Pezenas
• 1 min walk to shop and cafe
• Fully equipped kitchen

This lovely house near Pezenas is available for long term rentals from October 2024 for 3-6 months. The monthly rental price is €1250 per month + bills.

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3. Cinema House - Pezenas 2 bed long term rentals in France Ref: 1993

The Cinema House is a stylish 2 bedroom long term rentals property in Pezenas, South France. The house is located in a quiet cul-de-sac, next to the old Cinema in Pezenas, just off the main market street. Shops, bars and restaurants are located just a few steps away. The house is a 300 year old property that comes with 2 bedrooms, a large living room and a well equipped modern kitchen.

This stylish Pezenas house for long term rentals in France, provides excellent accommodation for a couple or a small family. The house is fully equipped with everything that you could need during your stay and its situation in the centre of Pezenas makes it very easy to explore this lovely old French town. Perfect for long holidays or accommodation for house-hunting in the South of France.

The property comes with:

• 2 bedrooms
• 1 bathroom
• Fully fitted kitchen
• WIFI Internet
• Balcony

This Pezenas property is available for long term lets from 3 to 12 months. The monthly rental price starts from €750 pcm + bills.

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4. Rue du Porche cosy cottage to rent long term South France (Ref: 2114)

Rue du Porche is a cozy 18th century cottage located in the heart of the wine-making village of Servian. Servian is located just 10 minutes from Pezenas and 15 mins from Beziers. The Mediterranean beaches are just 20 mins drive.

The village of Servian has a good range of local services including a large supermarket, shops, restaurants, medical services and excellent sports facilities including an indoor swimming pool.

This 1 bedroom cottage is an ideal long term rental property for a single person or a couple. The cottage comes with a fabulous private roof terrace and a good sized living room.

The cottage contains:

• 1 bedroom
• 1 bathroom
• Private roof terrace
• Good-sized living room
• Wi-Fi internet
• Walking distance to shops, restaurants, cafes

This house is available to rent from March 2024 and the Owner will consider rental periods of 12 months+. The guide rental price is €550 per month + bills.

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5. Artist Apartment - Pezenas South France rentals long term Ref: 985

If I was planning a 6 month-12 month stay in South France, then Pezenas would be my pick as a place to live. The centre of town is beautiful and the town provides all the services you require for a long stay. The beaches are just 20 mins drive and the nearby A75 motorway provides easy access to explore the Languedoc region.

This beautiful 2 bed apartment for monthly rentals in Pezenas, is a great place to spend a few months in South France. Pezenas is undoubtedly the prettiest town in the South of France and this is a great long stay property for a single person or a couple. The centre of town is just a 2 minute walk.

The property comes with: 

• 2 bedrooms
• 1 bathroom
• Bright and airy living room
• Wifi throughout
• Washing machine
• Fully-equipped kitchen
• 2 mins walk into Pezenas town centre

This Pezenas property is available for long term lets from 3 to 12 months. The monthly rental price starts from €800 pcm + bills.

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6. St Pons 5 bedroom property for long term rentals in France (Ref: 592)

This large 5 bedroom house for long term rentals in France is located in a pretty village close to the medieval town of Pezenas in the South of France. The house has 5 double-bedrooms plus a twin bedroom room and can sleep up to 12 people. This large house for long term lets in France comes with a swimming pool and is situated on the edge of a medieval hilltop village of St Pons de Mauchiens. This large property benefits from internet, UK free view TV, stunning views and 2 kitchens. The house is surrounded by beautiful countryside and is just 15 mins from the South France beaches along the Mediterranean coast. If you are a large family looking for long term lets in France, then this house in St Pons de Mauchiens is a fantastic choice.

This large house to rent long term in Southern France features:

• 5 bedrooms
• 9m x 4m private pool
• Spacious interior (210m²)
• 3 bathrooms
• Underfloor heating
• Private parking
• WiFi and flat screen TV
• Large private garden
• Walking distance to boulangerie, restaurants

The house is available for monthly rentals from October through to May (the villa is not available during the high season period). In addition to the monthly rental price of €2500, there is a monthly provision of €350 towards the electricity, water, internet and communal taxes.

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7. La Cour - Pezenas long term rental property France (Ref: 2023)

La Cour is a newly renovated long term rentals property overlooking a private courtyard in centre of the historic town of Pezenas in South France.

Pezenas is one of the most beautiful towns in the South of France and it features a vibrant arts and theatre scene, popular weekly market and a large Antiques sector. This long term rental apartment is perfectly situated just 1 minute walk to the shops, restaurants and the Saturday market. The property is ideal for a couple or a single person. Available for 6 to 12 month rentals.

The property comes with:

• 1 double bedroom
• 1 bathroom
• Courtyard
• Good WIFI connection
• Large living room
• Parking nearby

The apartment is available for long term rentals throughout the year from €650 per month + bills. Available from January 2025 for rentals of 6-12 months.

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8. Le Patio 4 bed house for rent in South France (Ref: 2109)

Le Patio provides comfortable long term rental accommodation near to Pezenas for 6-9 months. The house is located in the wine-making village of Valros, 3kms from Pezenas, South France.

The beautiful market town of Pezenas is just down the road and you are close to the Mediterranean beaches and the cosmopolitan cities of Beziers and Montpellier.

Le Patio is a 4 bed house for long term rentals in the winemaking village of Valros, South France. The property comes with a lovely courtyard, spacious living room and 4 bathrooms.

Le Patio comes with:

• Enclosed walled garden
• 4 bedrooms
• 4 bathrooms
• Fast internet connection (18 Mbps)
• Well-equipped kitchen
• Washing machine and tumble dryer

Le Patio is available for long term rent between October to April from €1200 per month + bills.

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9. St Martial - long term rental property South France Ref: 1977

This 2 bed long term rental property in Herault, South France, is set within the leafy grounds of the Priory Saint Martial, which dates back to the 7th and 8th centuries. The priory was was built on the site of an ancient Roman villa and is surrounded by vineyards and open countryside. The property is within easy access of two motorways, 4 airports and 2 TGV train stations. The medieval town of Pezenas is just 5 minutes away.

This long term rental property in South France, provides comfortable accommodation for a couple or small family. The property is fully equipped for a winter rental and comes with:

• Private garden
• Air conditioning/heating. The property has been built with modern insulated bricks and full loft insulation.
• Good Wi-Fi connection
• Private parking. 

This spacious rental property provides 80m2 of living space and is laid out over 2 floors.

The property is available for long term rentals for 12 months from €1400 per month + electricity.

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10. Pezenas long term house rental France sleeps 4 (Ref: 1166)

This Pezenas long term house rental, France, is situated on a private gated residence on the edge of the medieval town centre. This house rental provides accommodation for up to 4 people in 2 bedrooms. There is a shared swimming pool (June to September), private parking, enclosed garden and WiFi.

The property is ideally situated for Pezenas, with the town centre just a short walk away. The Owner will accept pets through prior arrangement.

The property comes with:

• 2 bedrooms
• 1 bathroom
• Fully fitted kitchen
• WiFi Internet
• Garden & terrace
• Shared swimming pool and Parking

This Pezenas property is available for long term lets from 3 to 12 months. The monthly rental price starts from €550 pcm + bills.

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11. Neffies cottage for long term rentals France (Ref: 2013)

This beautiful 3 bed cottage for long term rentals is located on the outskirts of the sought-after village of Neffies in South France. Neffies is a well-equipped village coming with 2 good restaurants, a primary school, a small shop, wine bar and a small weekly market.

At the front of the cottage there is a small garden with olive trees and lawn. There is a parking area next to the road, with spaces for 2 cars (one covered space).

The cottage comes with:

• 3 bedrooms
• 2 bathrooms
• Good Wi-Fi connection,
• Reversible air conditioning
• Nice private terrace
• Parking for 2 cars.

The cottage is available for long term rentals between October to May from €850 per month + bills. Annual rentals maybe considered. The owner will allow a pet through prior agreement.

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12. Neffies villa for long term rentals Southern France (Ref: 1672)

This large 5 bedroom villa for long term rentals is perfect for a long stay in Southern France over the winter period. This beautiful sunny villa is located in the pretty Southern France village of Neffies, near Pezenas and the Languedoc coast. The villa has a large swimming pool, together with a separate spa pool. There is a large garden with plenty of privacy, a spacious lounge, well-equipped kitchen and a games room. This long term rentals villa is a pleasant 5 minute stroll into the village, where you will find an excellent restaurant, bar, wine cave, shop, tennis court and playground. The villa comes with secure parking, air conditioning (reversible), Wi-Fi and UK satellite TV. The beaches are 30 mins away and nearby there is superb walking, cycling, riding, windsurfing, sailing, tennis and golf. The villa comes with:

• 5 double bedrooms
• 3 bathrooms
• Private pool
• Beautiful village location
• Roof terrace

This large villa to rent in France, is available for long term rentals for 3-6 months and the Owners will also consider 12 month rental periods as well. The monthly rent will vary according to the length of the rental period and the season (guide price €1850 + bills).

Available from mid-September 2024 to June 2025.

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Moving to Pezenas in France during 2024 . . . ?

In my opinion, I would probably say that Pezenas is one of my top 2 or 3 locations for a long term stay in the South of France. It is small enough to feel familiar, yet large enough to provide all the facilities that you will need. The town is very beautiful and provides a good base for exploring the South of France - in 2 hours in all directions you can be in some of the most beautiful scenery in the whole of France. 

You can find out further information about Pezenas and renting in France long term at the following links:

• Visit all the Pezenas long term rentals in France
• Read our article on Moving to France with your family 
• Interested in long term rentals in the South of France? Check out our selection of Long term rentals France currently available for rent
• Find Large long term rentals in France

Contact Iain by Email if you have any particular questions you would like to ask about living in the South of France.