Tucked away on a residential street within a sleepy village sits Le Jardin Provençale. With charming towns and enchanting cities just a short drive away and glorious views of the nearby Luberon Hills, this house is the ideal base for your holiday in Provence.
Beautifully decorated with a mixture of rustic pieces and modern comforts, this 2-bedroom home has a laid-back yet elegant feel. The open-plan kitchen/dining room is a delightful space to gather as you prepare then tuck into a delicious meal while the living area with comfy sofas, armchairs and a huge stone fireplace is perfect for curling up with a book or watching TV in the evenings.
Two lovely bedrooms on the ground floor sleep up to 4 guests. Featuring double beds, quality linen and en-suite bathrooms, they are the height of comfort and relaxation.
Outside, the pergola-covered terrace is one of the best spots to admire the beautiful gardens and spectacular Luberon Hills in the distance. There’s a comfy seating area plus an outdoor kitchen and dining table for enjoying al-fresco meals. From the terrace, steps lead down to the luxurious pool area. Take refreshing dips or relax on the sun loungers as you or breathe in the scent of roses, rosemary, lavender, vines and figs.
A handful of useful amenities, including a butchers and grocery shop, can be found just a 5-minute walk away in the centre of the village (the route is partially along country lanes with no pavement). There’s also a little boulangerie/patisserie that’s ideal for morning breakfast runs!
L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue is a picturesque town built on a network of canals. Just 11km away, it hosts a popular antiques market on Sundays where you can browse for souvenirs.
Fontaine-de-Vaucluse is a medieval village from which the River Sorgue springs. It can be reached in 35 minutes and the emerald green water attracts lots of visitors, as does the impressive cliffy backdrop and château.
A 40-minute drive takes you to the city of Avignon, the centre of which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Brimming with culture and atmosphere, it’s a brilliant place to spend the day.
The Luberon and Vaucluse Mountains offer an extensive collection of paths and trails that can be explored on foot or by bike. Journey from village to village as you hike through farms, vineyards and forests and admire the region’s exquisite natural beauty.
What Oliver loves...
- This is a classic Provençal house with stone façade, authentic yet elegant interiors and beautiful terraced gardens filled with olive and fig trees, roses, rosemary and lavender
- From the upper terrace enjoy sweeping views across the countryside and out towards the Luberon Hills
- Set in a peaceful village, useful amenities including a grocery shop, restaurant, bakers and butchers are within a 5-minute walk
- The pretty towns of L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, Fontaine-de-Vaucluse, Menerbes, Maubec and Gordes are all under 20km away
- Avignon can be reached in 45 minutes and is a wonderful city to explore
