4 bedroom house in Les Martins, Nr. Gordes, Luberon, Provence
Family House with Large Garden and Private Pool
Sleeps 9 (4 Bedrooms)
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Ideal all-season family house, with pool and ponds, in a large garden, offering beautiful views of Luberon mountains, close to markets and shops and the glories of Avignon, Aix, St. Remy and Arles. Fully equipped and modern Siematic kitchen, library, television, children's games, good walks, shady trees, and an atmosphere of tranquillity and rest, on the edge of a hamlet with English speaking neighbours in case of emergency.
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| Rental periods | |
| August | 2200 euros |
| September | 1900 euros |
| October / November | 1600 euros |
| December | 1800 euros |
| January - March | apply for price |
Notes on prices
Prices are for the property per week in euros.
The house is suitable for all year stay. Centrally heated and with 2 wood burning fireplaces it is ideal for a quiet winter rest.
Longer term rentals are negotiable.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Bedroom 1, double bed, single bed, sitting area, cupboard space, French doors to small patio, lovely views. Bedroom 2, 2 single beds, cupboards. Bedroom 3, 2 single beds, cupboards. Bedroom 4, double bed, in loggia above study and bathroom. |
| Bathrooms: | Bathroom 1, bath, shower, wc and bidet. Bathroom 2, shower and wc. |
| Kitchen: | Kitchen pantry, ample storage space, wine rack, Bosch washing machine, separate dryer. Back kitchen, cooker, hob, dishwasher, large American-style fridge, microwave. Front kitchen, ceramic hob, small fridge, breakfast bar, fully equipped, view of Luberon. |
| Utility Room: | Hot water boiler, furnace, vacuum cleaners and other cleaning equipment. Recycling boxes. |
| Living Rooms: | Large, high ceilinged, book-lined, with modern hanging fireplace in centre, fully equipped with stereo and TV, glass sliding doors to trellised veranda with views of garden and the Luberon mountains. Large, comfortable sofas, writing desk, Internet. |
| Other: | Cool study with fireplace, books, writing table, dressing area and bathroom. Loggia above with double bedroom. Sliding glass doors to stone patio and garden. Wooden staircase to loggia with double (tempur pedic) double bed. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
Fully equipped with towels, linen, cutlery, kitchen equipment. Property cleaned prior to arrival, then once a week. More frequent cleaning and domestic help can be arranged at extra cost. |
Notes on accommodation
Parents with small children who do not yet know how to swim should be aware of water hazards: 2 fishponds and a stream that feeds the ponds. The swimming pool has a large shallow end suitable for children, but they should be supervised at all times.
The property is centrally heated and is suitable for use year-round.
The property benefits from a co-property arrangement with our neighbours which protects our view in perpetuity and allows guests unlimited access to the orchards and vineyards directly in front of the house.
- hob/stove,
- oven,
- fridge/freezer,
- fridge,
- microwave,
- dishwasher,
- washing machine,
- tumble dryer,
- iron/ironing board,
- satellite tv,
- telephone,
- internet access,
- central heating,
- cot,
- barbecue,
- private pool (for sole use of guests),
- pets accepted
Accessibility
The property is all on one level with the exception of the loggia in the study which is accessed by stairs. Persons with limited mobility and those in wheelchairs have found it to be a suitable and accessible house for their use.
Outside
The house is situated in a shaded garden with mature poplars and walnut trees. There is a large rectangular fishpond in the lower field directly in front of the house. The house itself is designed so that the glass sliding doors can be fully opened onto a trellised veranda with views of the garden, the lavender and the Luberon mountains.
Beyond the garden lies a cherry orchard and a vineyard which are yours to walk in and explore. The swimming pool, which is private, is 16m x 10m, and is sheltered from exterior view by bamboo. There is a barbecue, 2 exterior dining tables with chairs and outdoor recliners as well as hammocks.
Coast/Beach
The French south coast is one hour driving time. Swimming is especially good at Les Calanques, accessible from Cassis, about an hour from our door via auto-route.
Golf
There is a golf course near Fontaine de Vaucluse, about 20 mins away.
Skiing
Ski hills on the lower slopes of the Mont Ventoux are within 45 minutes. Slightly farther are the ski resorts of Gap, Digne and Barcelonette in the lower Alps. Residents of the area do go there to ski and back in a day. We have not done so.
Special interest holidays
Our neighbours - contact on request - provide such special interest holidays, combining architectural tours of the region combined with gastronomy.
Travel
Marseille-Provence Airport is 55 minutes door to door.
Use of car is essential since Les Martins is 5/10 minutes drive from the nearest bakery and general store.
Distances
The hilltop town of Gordes, one of France's most beautiful villages, is 10 minutes drive.
Aix-en-Provence is an hour away by car, Avignon 45 minutes, Marseille, an hour, the Roman city of Arles is 90 minutes by car. The Roman aqueduct at le Pont du Gard is about 2 hours by car, and the Cote d'Azur, the French south coast is about an hour away.
Further details
The local farmers' market at Coustellet, 10 minutes away, is open every Sunday. There is a bank, newsagent, delicatessen, healthfood store, wine shop, 3 bakeries, dry cleaning and various other shops.
The market in Apt, 30 minutes away, is open on Saturday.
Excellent supermarkets are available in Cavaillon, 20 minutes away and there are fine boulangeries everywhere, as well as local producers selling Cotes du Luberon and Cotes du Ventoux.
For booking and further information
The Owner
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