What a wonderful home! We didn't want to leave! All the modern amenities, but still hugely peaceful and traditional. Located on a quiet side street, its very peaceful and private. You can hear the church bells chime in Menerbes on the hillside a mile away. The house itself is huge, and cool even on the hottest days. There are three outdoor dining areas, and we used each one. We especially loved breakfast in the sunny spot outside the kitchen, with fresh bread and croissants from the bakery nearby in Menerbes, 5 minutes away. Everything is immaculate, and the property is perfectly maintained. The pool is large and wonderful, with it's own bathrooms, shower, fridge and stove, as well as a dining area, so you almost have two houses. The kitchen in the house is amazing, with a giant chef's stove, and plenty of space to cook up a storm!
It's an ideal spot for day tripping, with the hill towns of Gordes, Rousillion, Menerbes and Lacoste located less than an hour away, and Arles, Avignon and Cassis on the coast just a little further.
Located in the market basket of France, fresh fruits, vegetables, wines and olive oils are in abundance everywhere. If you like to cook, or just like to eat, this is the center of the universe. Make sure to visit Domaine de la Citadelle, just five minutes away, and be amazed by how amazingly high quality are being produced almost outside the front door. Go up the hill to Menerbes on Thursday morning for the farmer's market, and come home with home grown produce, cheeses, and olives.
Lastly, I can't say enough about the hospitality of our hosts, Jean, Annie and their property manager Roman. Roman met us at the supermarket in a nearby town and guided us in. Annie and Jean build the property, and are the warmest and most loving people you would ever want to meet.
I can't say enough wonderful things about our stay there. Even the weather was perfect!