Holiday Home in Bonnieux, Luberon National Park, Provence
Provencal Mas in the Heart of 'Peter Mayle' Country
Between the Picturesque Village of Roussillon and the Historic Village of Bonnieux
Sleeps 10 (5 Bedrooms + Extra Bed in Larger Rooms)
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La Grande Terre is a typical 18th Century Provencal 'Mas' (traditional farmhouse). The property which is over two hundred years old has recently been renovated and lovingly restored and has been decorated with style, elegance and traditional antiques and beautiful furniture chosen with care and good taste. The house is perfectly situated with south facing, uninterrupted views of Bonnieux, Lacoste and the Luberon mountains.
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| Rental periods | |
| 4 April - 30 May | £2000 |
| 30 May - 4 July | £2500 |
| 4 July - 29 August | £3500 |
| 29 August - 26 September | £2500 |
| 26 September - 31 October | £2000 |
Notes on prices
Prices are for the property per week in UK pounds.
Changeover day
Changeover day is Saturday, arrival time is 4pm departure time is 10am other days and times may be considered.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Bedroom 1 with King size bed plus single. This is a very large bedroom with a large bathroom en-suite. Bedroom 2 with King Size bed plus single. Bedroom 3 double bed. Bedroom 4 double bed. Bedroom 5 double bed. There is also a baby cot available. |
| Bathrooms: | All bathrooms are en-suite. Bathroom 1 with Philippe Stark freestanding bath, washbasin, bidet and w.c. and is very spacious. Bathrooms to bedrooms 2, 3, & 4 have shower, wash basin, and w.c. Bathroom 5 has a bath, washbasin and w.c. |
| Kitchen: | Large American-style, fridge/freezer. Cooker & hob, dishwasher, microwave. Huge Provencal style table and furnishings. Traditional Provencal ceiling. |
| Utility Room: | Large sink, washing machine, dryer, iron and ironing board. |
| Living Rooms: | Spacious and elegant sitting room decorated in period style and furnished with comfortable sofas etc. There is a TV with Sky, DVD, CD player, film and CD library. Book library. WiFi. |
| Other: | Enormous Studio room on 2nd floor for alternative relaxation or extra bedroom. Exterior "Summer Kitchen" which is fully equipped for 'al fresco' dining and barbequeing. Additional shady terrace under the lyme tree for dining, sitting and relaxing. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
All bed linen, bathroom towels and pool towels are included. Maid service included. Electricity included. A chef can be made available at extra cost. |
Notes on accommodation
The pool has an automatic cover which provides safety for small children.
There is ample secure parking, including covered area for four cars.
- hob/stove,
- oven,
- fridge/freezer,
- microwave,
- dishwasher,
- washing machine,
- tumble dryer,
- iron/ironing board,
- satellite tv,
- tv,
- internet access,
- central heating,
- room fans,
- cot,
- high chair,
- barbecue,
- private pool (for sole use of guests)
Outside
The house is beautifully set in seven acres and surrounded by vines, lavender and cherry orchards. There is plenty of room around the south-facing pool to sunbathe and relax and good facilities for barbeque and outside eating. If you are an early visitor, the poppy fields are quite stunning thereafter the lavender takes over and perhaps sunflowers and of course the omnipresent vines! The swimming pool measuring 10 x 5 metres, is brand new and completely private and for the use of the house only and has a safety cover for children. There is a good bbq, large dining table, boules, and table tennis. There are other 'quieter, terraces provide shade for reading and relaxing or taking an aperitif.
Coast/Beach
The nearest beach is about an hours drive away and is near Marseilles, there are quite a few different beaches along that part of the coast. Cassis, which is a delightful old fashioned port, is about 1.5 hours drive away and a good place to spend the day and enjoy a picnic and boat trip to the Calanques. It has many cafes and great fish restaurants in the port.
Golf
There are two golf courses nearby which can cater for 'day visitors'.
Travel
Avignon TGV Station and the Airport are about 45 mins drive away. Marseilles airport approximately an hours drive away and is served by BA, Easyjet and Ryanair. Nimes airport at Garons is 1.5 hours drive away and is served by Ryanair and Belgian Airways. Nice Airport is about 2.5 hours away by car.
Distances
The bustling town of Apt is 10 mins drive away and the Saturday morning market is a must! Avignon is about 45 mins by car and is the historic 'Papal City'. Aix en Provence is approximately 45 to 50 minutes away by car and is well worth a visit, there are great shops masses of cafes and restaurants and so much to see. Just wander through the leafy streets and you will enjoy this city with its abundance of fountains, we think it's like a mini Paris!
Further details
Roussillon, world famous for it's ochre, still mined today, is 3 mins away by car or a pleasant walk up the hill! Bonnieux, on the other side is approx 7 mins drive. The house is centrally located for easy access to the 'Pearls' of the Luberon (the gorgeous and picturesque hilltop villages). It takes 20 mins by car to L'Ille sur la Sorge, famous for it's Sunday antique and bricabrac market, where one can wander and watch and marvel at the eclectic mix of both goods for sale and people!! Then sit by the Sorge and relax in one of the multitude of restaurants and bars and watch the world go by. There is so much to see and do here in the beautiful Luberon Park.... or just do nothing and drink it all in. Succour for the soul!
There are plenty of ATM machines around. Everything one could require is available in Apt. Roussillon and Bonnieux have boulangeries and lots of interesting shops of many different kinds and each has a Post Office. Doctors and Pharmacy are available in both villages.
There are also lots of restaurants and bars in each village ranging from the bar tabac to gourmet style, serving all tastes and requirements.
There are many local Chateaux or Caves around in the area where one can freely taste an amazing variety of wines from very high quality to 'plonk'. And of course the Famous Chateau Canorgue, where the Film 'A Good Year' was filmed, the wine here is excellent.
Markets are held each week in a selection of villages close by. Walking, cycling and nearby golf. For the more adventurous, a magnificent trip in a hot air balloon can be arranged!
Provence provides a constant stream of satisfaction for the senses - in particular, sight, scent and taste. A magical, soft yet clear light illuminates the extraordinary contrasts of nature. One is surrounded by the sweetness of local fruit ripened in the sun, the freshness of rose wines and the plethora of creamy goats cheese. The balmy air is scented with wild rosemary, sage, pine and lavender.
Booking notes
Bookings may be made by email or fax. We ask for 30% of the rental fee as a reservation deposit the cleared balance is payable six weeks prior to arrival. We ask for a 1,500 euro security deposit on arrival, which is of course refundable- usually on departure.
Guest comments
"We fell in love with this gorgeous house, it felt like home but better, we can't wait to return."
"The situation could not better, everywhere was so accessible and we loved the ambiance and charm of the house."
"Simply divine, we felt so fortunate to stay in such a beautifully restored house with it's lovely antiques and modern bathrooms."
For booking and further information
Pamela Batley
Tel: (UK) + 44 (0)1829 781 781 up to 7 April
Fax: (UK) + 44 (0)1829 781 811 up to 7 April
Mob: (UK) + 44 (0)7850 457 197
Tel: (France) + 33 (0)490 060 453 from 7 April
Fax: (France) + 33 (0)490 718 461 from 7 April
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