Bastide Des Vignes
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Overview
Owned by a local winemaker, Bastide Des Vignes is a beautiful home exuding historic elegance surrounded by the glorious landscapes so typical of the Luberon.
On a hillside overlooking the Luberon valley, the views from this handsome bastide with its heated swimming pool are wonderful. Passing a driveway lined with olive trees, head through the arched entrance and be captivated by this estate. There is a great feeling of privacy around you with nine hectares of rural fields – some years you may see summer sunflowers, other times vines may be growing.
Step inside this bastide to be greeted with stylish interiors, air-conditioned throughout, and spacious areas for living, dining and cooking. The country kitchen is especially impressive with its wood-beamed ceiling and hearty wooden table whilst there are two dining areas for feasts with family or friends.
Across eight bedrooms, all with king or super-king double beds and many with their own bathroom, Bastide Des Vignes sleeps 16 guests. The estate also features a gym whilst on the very top floor is a fantastic relaxation area with sofas, a 75-inch TV, table football, a large table for board games or crafts and a little play area for younger kids. There is also table tennis by the pergola outside.
Choose to dine in the courtyard shade by the summer kitchen and plancha or venture down towards the heated swimming pool with its glorious terraces for sun-bathing, lounging and more al-fresco dining by yet another outdoor kitchen, this time with a barbecue. Guests will love the 400-year old olive tree standing proudly by the swimming pool.
The nearby hilltop village, just over 2km away, is full of the historic charm you would expect in the Luberon with flower-filled lanes, ancient doorways and a small handful of inviting restaurants and shops. Discover picturesque walks in and around the village and try the local cherries sold in village shops and nearby markets – the region’s largest market takes place on a Saturday morning in historic Apt, only 7km away by car.
Venture north towards the lavender fields of Sault in the foothills of Mont Ventoux or stay slightly closer to home visiting iconic perched villages such as Roussillon, Gordes and Ménerbes, admiring the Luberon landscapes of vineyards, olive trees, orchards and forests as you explore.
Beyond the Luberon, soak up the charm of L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue’s waterways and antique shops, canoe or kayak along the Sorgue River close to Fontaine-de-Vaucluse or even head to the small city of Avignon, loved for its restaurants, wine-bars, markets and two of France’s UNESCO World Heritage sites, the Palais des Papes and Pont d’Avignon.
What you should know…
- Please note that published rates are only valid for the current year. Any bookings for subsequent years will be on request only and correct rates will be confirmed at the time of booking.
- Please note that your booking will only be confirmed once we have checked availability with the owner or their property manager.
Property Features
Bastide Interiors
Main Floor (some steps)
- Lounge with TV
- Dining area with table for 12-14 guests leading to smaller dining area for 6-8 guests and reading nook
- Kitchen, fully-equipped
- Utility room
- WC
- Bedroom with king-size double bed (180cm) and en suite bathroom with shower, two sinks and WC
First Floor Bedrooms
- Bedroom (also accessed from garden) with super king-size double bed (200cm), seating area, fireplace, TV, dressing area and en suite bathroom with bath, shower, two sinks and WC
- Bedroom with super king-size double bed (200cm) and sofa
- Bedroom with king-size double bed (180cm)
- Bathroom with shower, two sinks and WC (shared between above two bedrooms)
- Bedroom with king-size double bed (180cm) and en suite bathroom with shower, two sinks and WC
- Bedroom with super king-size double bed and en suite bathroom with shower, sink and WC
Second Floor Bedrooms
- Bedroom with king-size double bed (180cm) and en suite bathroom with shower, two sinks and WC
- Bedroom with super king-size double bed (200cm) and bathroom with shower, sink and separate WC
Top Floor
- Games and TV area with 75-inch TV, sofas, table football and play area with mini tepee and table
Outside Grounds
- Heated swimming pool (10x10m)
- Shaded poolside terraces with sun loungers, lounge and dining area
- Poolside summer kitchen with fridge-freezer, hob and oven
- Barbecue
- Courtyard with summer kitchen, plancha and dining table for 14 guests
- Kitchen garden
- Table tennis
- Courtyard fountain
- Grounds and fields (9 hectares)
Facilities
- Wi-Fi
- Air-conditioning
- Gym with running machine, bike, rower and yoga area
- Table football
- Table tennis
- Washing machine (x2) and dryer
Location
About the surrounding area of Bastide Des VignesBastide Des Vignes is set on a hillside with views of the Luberon valley, surrounded by 9-hectares of rural grounds and whatever may be growing that year (summer sunflowers one year, vines another and so on). Just 7km north of the historic market town of Apt, this is a stunning part of the Vaucluse department in Provence.
It’s just over a 2km drive up to the local village, a gorgeous place home to charming restaurants, a Spar grocery store, bakery and beautiful architecture. Stroll through the village passing ancient doorways and walk up towards the historic ramparts of the village’s old château. Try cherries produced from the many orchards surrounding the village and truffles from forests nearby. There are many wonderful walks in and around the village including the Aiguiers hiking trail.
Head to the historic town of Apt (7km) on a Saturday morning to experience the atmospheric market, the largest in the Luberon and specialising in many local delicacies including candied fruit. There’s a smaller Farmer’s market on a Tuesday but it’s an attractive town to visit on any day of the week with its historic lanes, fountains and lovely shops.
The iconic perched villages of the Luberon all await to be explored within half an hour from nearby Roussillon (10km) and Gordes (17km) to Ménerbes (25km) and Lourmarin (26km), all of which are classified as four of France’s ‘Plus Beaux Villages’.
The summer lavender outside Abbaye Notre-Dame de Sénanque (23km) is yet another example of the Luberon’s natural beauty or drive north towards Sault (25km), in the foothills of Mont Ventoux, to visit Provence’s famous lavender fields and distilleries.
Still in the Vaucluse, L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue (33km) is a picture-perfect historic town with its waterwheels and antique shops, home to a highly regarded Sunday morning brocante, whilst Fontaine-de-Vaucluse (34km) is loved for its hiking, canoeing and kayaking opportunities.
Food and wine lovers can experience a wealth of delightful weekly markets and Luberon wineries or venture further afield to Avignon (54km), known for its fantastic restaurants and daily markets, the gateway to the vineyards of Rhône valley.
| Local Amenities | |||
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| Nearest Airport |
Marseille Provence Airport
(86km) |
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| Nearest Airport 2 |
Nimes Airport
(98km) |
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| Nearest Village |
(2.4km) |
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| Nearest Town |
Apt
(7km) |
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| Nearest City |
Avignon
(54km) |
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| Nearest Restaurant |
Local village
(2.4km) |
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| Nearest Shop |
Grocery shop in local village
(2.4km) |
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| Nearest Golf |
Bill Owens Golf
(27km) |
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| Nearest Tennis |
(2km) |
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| Nearest Beach |
Plage de la Lave
(89km) |
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Region
The Provençal way of life is one that’s deeply tempting for anyone who’s been feeling the need to get away from it all. This is a place where the Mediterranean weather turns fields of corn and lavender into picture-perfect backdrops, where you can sip your locally bought wine and enjoy the landscapes before heading out and tackling them head-on with a range of great activities for families, groups of friends and adventurous foodies. Better yet, our range of villas in Provence and chateaux and holiday homes in the Côte d’Azur make the perfect base to explore this enchanting region!
Kids
Best Suited For: All AgesFrom gorgeous walks and cycle rides through the Luberon to canoeing or kayaking along the Sorgue River, this part of Provence offers a variety of activities for families with children.
There are many marked walking tracks across the Luberon, some manageable for younger families, others better suited to experienced hikers. If visiting Roussillon, come across a marked trail through the ochre cliffs, Le Sentier des Ocres, if you can manage the steps and dusty tracks, and be rewarded with the most stunning landscapes around you. There are cycling trails too including the family-friendly Véloroute du Cavalon slightly further south, a voie verte following a former railway line.
There are also various attractions around Fontaine-de-Vaucluse, around half an hour away, not only canoeing and kayaking, but also a tree-top activity centre, mini-golf and the little amusement park, Nestor Le Castor, open in the height of the summer for inflatables and little rides.
Another pleasant family day out is to the lavender farms around Sault where you can tour the distilleries and often make your own lavender based products as well as admire the beautiful scenery.
Baby and Toddler Equipment
- Cot(s)
- High Chair(s)
Kids Activities Close-by
- Amusement park
- Canoeing/Kayaking
- Tennis Nearby
- Cycling
- Horse Riding
- Outdoor Pursuit & Activities
- Tourist Towns & Villages
- Historical Sites
Onsite Facilities
- Child-Safe Pool
- Heated Pool
- Indoor Games
- Outdoor Games
- Table Tennis
- Table Football
Extras
At Oliver’s Travels we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to babysitters we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
- Maid service/extra cleaning
- Private chef/cook/catering
- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge
- Local day-trips or tours
- Airport pick-up/drop-off
- Bike Hire
Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfil your requests!
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Please note that any event rental may be subject to additional charges, venue hire fees and to a hig...
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Please note that any event rental may be subject to additional charges, venue hire fees and to a higher security deposit, which will be in addition to any published rental rates and fees.
All events are on request only and subject to prior agreement from the owner, who reserves the right to refuse all events without their prior authorisation.
| Security deposit | €6000 charged to client's credit card as a pre-authorisation at least 2 weeks prior to arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection. |
| Arrival time | 5.00 p.m. |
| Departure time | 10.00 a.m. |
Terms & Conditions
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
| Security deposit | €6000 charged to client's credit card as a pre-authorisation at least 2 weeks prior to arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection. |
| Arrival time | 5.00 p.m. |
| Departure time | 10.00 a.m. |
| Energy costs included? | Yes. |
| Linen & towels included? | Yes. |
| Pets welcome? | Not allowed. |
| Changeover day | Saturday. All other changeover days on request. |
| Minimum stay | 7 nights. All other durations on request. |
| Heating costs included? | Yes. |
| Tax | French Visitors Tax is included. |
| End of stay cleaning included? | Yes. However, guests are required to leave the accommodation clean, tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival. Any extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or rubbish disposal required will be charged against the security deposit. |
| Smoking Allowed? | Outside only. |
| Insurance | Guests are required to be in possession of a valid insurance policy, which covers them for cancellations, loss of personal belongings, personal liability and any accidental damage caused during their stay. |
| Pool towels included? | Yes. |
| Pool opening dates? | Please note that pool opening dates are subject to local weather conditions and pool maintenance requirements and that cooler months may not be suitable for swimming. |
| Other Ts and Cs | Please note that published rates are only valid for the current year. Any bookings for subsequent years will be on request only and correct rates will be confirmed at the time of booking. |
| Other Ts and Cs | Please note that your booking will only be confirmed once we have checked availability with the owner or their property manager. |
| Other Ts and Cs | Weddings are on request only and subject to prior arrangement with the owner and additional charges. Stag/hen parties and any other special events are not allowed. |
| Other Ts and Cs | A cot and highchair are available on request. |
| Pool heating charge? | Included. Please note that like all heated pools, pool heating and water temperature are reliant on weather and outside temperatures. |
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 16 people:
| Rental period | Weekly |
|---|---|
| May 3rd 2024 - May 4th 2024 | £9,526 |
| May 4th 2024 - Jun 29th 2024 | £12,270 |
| Jun 29th 2024 - Sep 1st 2024 | £15,013 |
| Sep 1st 2024 - Sep 28th 2024 | £12,270 |
| Sep 28th 2024 - Dec 23rd 2024 | £9,526 |
| Dec 23rd 2024 - Jan 4th 2025 | £12,270 |
| Jan 4th 2025 - Nov 4th 2025 | £9,526 |
Please note that these prices/rates are a guide only and may not be correct at the current date. For an accurate quote, please enquire.
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