Overview
Located off a quiet country lane in the Luberon Hills between Lacoste and Menerbes, this recently renovated 18th Century farmhouse offers all of the luxury and charm Provence can offer. Particular attention was paid to comfort and to decoration, where each piece is special or unique and the ensemble makes a lovely environment inside. Each bedroom has its own bathroom and comfortable, top quality linens.
The U-shaped building surrounds a lovely walled courtyard for reading a book on a chaise lounge or dining outdoors. The surrounding land is vast and natural with neighbors far from the property. There are shady areas to relax as well as grassy areas for playing or sun bathing. Enjoy a quiet haven in the Provencal countryside in luxury and simplicity.
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Bedrooms
4 bedroom/ 4 bathrooms sleeps 8
Ground Floor Bedrooms/ Bathroom Layout
- Bedroom 1 - King size bed, en-suite Bathroom with bath tub, shower, two sinks. Separate WC.
First Level Bedrooms/ Bathroom Layout
- Bedroom 2 - King size bed, en-suite Bathroom with shower and sink. Separate WC.
- Bedroom 3 - Two single beds, en-suite Bathroom with shower, 2 sinks.
Second Level Bedrooms/ Bathroom Layout
- Separate entry, at the end of a flight of old stones stairs:
- Bedroom 4 - Double bed, en-suite Bathroom with shower, sink, WC.
Features/ Amenities
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Outside Amenities
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Pool Information
Dimensions/ Depth: 10m x 4m
Security (Fence, Alarm): Alarm, stone wall and small iron gate
Salt water System: Yes
Heated?: Yes
Note: The pool is surrounded by oak trees; there are no neighbours, only the sound of wind and cicadas. You are in the very heart of Provence with its natural sounds and fragrances. Pool heating available in the cooler months for a supplement of 300 Euros per week.
Nearest Villages
| Closest Village | Lacoste | 3 KM | 1.86 mi | Map | Village Info |
| Nearby Village | Bonnieux | 5 KM | 3.1 mi | Map | Village Info |
| Nearby Village | Ménerbes | 5 KM | 3.1 mi | Map | Village Info |
| Nearby Village | Gordes | 13 KM | 8.06 mi | Map | Village Info |
Locale
Centrally located in the rolling hills of the Luberon Mountains near Lacoste and Ménerbes -- An ideal location for hikes, walks, cycling, touring or just relaxing.
The famous château belonging to the Marquis de Sade is situated in Lacoste. In 1771 the Marquis fled from Paris to escape the scandals created by his erotic writing and outlandish behaviour (too liberal for the era). He came to Lacoste and sought refuge in the château which belonged to his grandfather. This huge 11th century château, partly in ruins, belonged to a professor who has been restoring it for more than 30 years. Today the château belongs to M. Pierre Cardin, the famous fashion designer.
The château de Sade is not the only discovery to be made at Lacoste. The village has charming narrow streets, paved in "calade" stone and wandering around is a pleasant way to pass the time.
You will come across beautiful old stone houses, some of which are being restored.
Most are made from ochre, limestone and amateur geologists and history lovers will find it difficult to leave this engaging place.
Getting here:
The easiest way to get to Inland Provence from the US is to fly to Marseilles International Airport (MRS). If you would like to see Paris, fly to Charles de Gaulle Airport then connect directly to the TGV(high speed train) from CDG TGV2 to Avignon TGV(3 hours direct) and rent a car. You would plan to see Paris on the way back, taking the TGV from Avignon TGV to Gare de Lyon, getting a cab to your hotel in the city.
Things to do
Local Attractions
The Luberon Mountain villages and lavender fields
Local Markets
Morning Outdoor Markets
Sunday: L'Isle sur la Sorgue
Monday: Goult
Tues: Gordes
Wednesday: Merindol, St-Remy
Thursday: Rousillion, Les Beaumettes
Friday: Bonnieux, Lourmarin
Saturday: Menèrbes
Private Chef Services
Chef Ronald
Local Restaurants
Bonnieux
Gordes
Goult
Lacoste
Lourmarin
Ménerbes
Oppède
Roussillon
Within Walking distance
Sentiers de grande randonnée
Groceries
Stores in Coustellet and in Apt: 10 minutes' drive
2012 Season Prices per week
| Dec. 31 - April 28 | April 28 - June 30 | June 30 - Sept. 1 | Sept. 1 - Oct. 27 | Oct. 27 - Dec. 29 |
| € 3,000.00 | € 4,600.00 | € 5,400.00 | € 4,600.00 | € 3,000.00 |
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20% off the listed rates for the weeks of June 16-23 and June 30-July 7
Saturday end of stay cleaning + Intermediate cleaning (3 hours) on Wednesday included. Additional hours of cleaning available upon request for 15 Euros per hour.
Pool heating is included except from November 27 through April 28 when the pool is closed.
Terms and Conditions
Arrival: Saturday
Minimum Stay: 1 week, please inquire for exceptions
Includes: Final cleaning and any additional maid service as described above.
Confirming your reservation: We will send a rental agreement by fax, email or regular mail. The rental agreement will specify the rental price, the amount of security deposit and the maximum number of overnight occupants.
Initial payment: The signed rental agreement and payment of the 50% deposit using a check or bank wire transfer(preferred) must be received within 7 seven days to confirm the reservation. The second 50% is due 60 days before arrival - we will email you a reminder 75 days before your arrival.
Payment acknowledgment: Immediately upon receipt of your initial or final payment we will mail you an Acknowledgement of Payment. The Acknowledgement will note the remaining balance, if any, and when the payment is due.
Final payment The second half of the rent and any security deposit are due in our offices 60 days before the first day of your rental. We must strictly adhere to this procedure, and failure to comply could result in cancellation of the booking. Don't worry about forgetting -- we'll remind you if your payment is not received on time.
Cancellation Cancellation of a confirmed reservation is a painful event for both owner and renter. The renter cancels because of some unexpected hardship; meanwhile the owner may have turned away rental opportunities and thus lost revenue. We have a no refund cancellation policy, but usually succeed in rescheduling cancelled reservations to the Spring or Fall or booking the cancelled period to another group and refunding the party that cancelled. Failure to pay the final balance which is due 60 days before arrival may be deemed a cancellation with no refund due. Security deposits are fully refundable. Clients are strongly urged to take out Trip Cancellation Insurance with the carrier of their choice at the time of confirmation. We can send a Travel Insurance quote to US or Canadian residents for all or part of the cost of your trip. We would need the name, birth date, airline carrier, dates of travel and amount of money to be covered for each guest who would like to be insured. Please inquire for a quote.
Security Deposit: The security deposit is taken as a signed promise that we can charge your credit card for any unpaid damage or expenses incurred during your stay. It is very rare that we ever charge a card - we inform our guests before doing so. Reasonable wear and tear is not charged for, but the cost of missing or damaged items will be deducted from the deposit.
Extra Charges The rent includes taxes, standard utilities and maid service as noted above. Additional maid or other services can be arranged and are charged for separately. In cold months November through April there is an additonal 100 euro per week charge for heating cost.
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John and Lydia Dean
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