Classic Provençale Family House, Spectacular Setting, Pool, Extensive Grounds

Top rated by guests
View of house.
Preparing dinner on professional stove.
Pool and Luberon at sunset from wing bedroom.
Evening view of pool.
Courtyard dining table near barbecue.
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10.0Outstanding
(14 Ratings)
Guests raved about the wonderful experience at this authentic French Provençal home, praising the ample space, beautiful setting, relaxing ambiance, and delightful meals prepared by the friendly host Sarah.
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10.0 / 10.0
Outstanding(14 Ratings)

House in Gordes

8 guests · 6 bedrooms · 3 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Top-tier experienceA high end property in this area

About this house rental

Ideal for multi-generational vacations. The house has plenty of space to be together or to spread out for individual pass-times. Two of the six bedrooms are in the wing, emphasizing space and options. Furthermore, the living room, library, study, two terraces by the house, and another by the pool provide lots of room. There is both indoor dining in the dining room and outdoor dining in the courtyard behind the house with barbecue.

The setting is peaceful and protected. The hamlet beyond the courtyard feels like the Provence we knew before 'A Year in Provence' attracted all the attention. Even in high season (the Luberon valley is popular in summer), while close and accessible, the property is a getaway. It is frequently praised for 'feeling classically Provençale.' The house faces the Luberon and looks out over orchards, vineyards and fields. The pool sits beyond and below so it has privacy and doesn't interfere with activities around the house.

For fifteen years, in the fall and spring, Sarah Brown has run 'A Week In Provence,' a cultural and gastronomic program from the house. For this the house has a fully equipped kitchen, and guest amenities like wireless internet, cable TV, hair dryers, soaps, etc. Sarah lives in the hamlet and usually greets new guests with a glass of wine and a quick-start to the house and the region. She is a tremendous source of advice and tips. With her experience, she can point guests towards where they want to go and what they want to see in accordance with their interests. See more about Sarah and the house.

The property is also an ideal place to do nothing more than admire the view, an activity which never seems to get old. Visiting the nearby hill villages, Gordes, Roussillon, Bonnieux, Lacoste, Menerbes, Oppède is a lovely, easy activity. They tare less than fifteen minutes from the house. On foot, terrific walks or hikes go North, East, South and West from the house and provide tremendous panoramas along their routes. Nearly every day during the summer there are markets up and down the valley including a great farmers' market just three miles from the house, twice a week, in Coustellet which also has an exceptionally good bakery and a very very good (and recent) super market.

Amenities at Classic Provençale Family House, Spectacular Setting, Pool, Extensive Grounds

Pets allowed
Family friendly

Map of Gordes


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Ratings and reviews

10.0 / 10.0
Outstanding(14 Ratings)
review starsSummary of reviews
Guests raved about the wonderful experience at this authentic French Provençal home, praising the ample space, beautiful setting, relaxing ambiance, and delightful meals prepared by the friendly host Sarah.
From real guest reviews summarized by AI
10.0 / 10.0
Perfect, spacious and clean and host friendly and helpful. Great indoor and outdoor living worked well for our family of 6 adults and 1 child. 10 minutes from shops, and less than 1 hour to Avignon and many other small towns including Gordes. Kitchen fully equipped for home cooking.
8.0 / 10.0
Sarah has been a great host and we had a fabulous family time in her property which was as described. The rooms are spacious except for the kitchens, the location is great and there are many activities to do near Gordes. Thank you very much !
10.0 / 10.0
If you are looking for an authentic French Provençal experience, look no further than this home. We had a wonderful week at this lovely family house that is ideal for groups like ours with plenty of bedrooms, bathrooms, living areas and a well equipped kitchen. We made full use of the various sitting areas outside to eat our meals or just sit and relax with a glass of wine or a cup of tea or coffee. The setting is beautiful and private and we found it very easy to relax and unwind in the peaceful surroundings. The pool was a great place to cool off in the afternoon. The house is centrally located for visiting the many nearby market towns and villages that Provence is famous for. Sarah was a warm and friendly host who took excellent care of us.
10.0 / 10.0
My friends and family stayed in this beautiful villa and enjoyed every moment of their time there. The villa is in a lovely serene setting looking out to forest and mountains. Close by there are trails to walk through vineyards and fields of poppies. Sarah, the host, who lives next door was so generous with her time to assist as needed and was willing to share her vast knowledge of the area. She also has great culinary skills and made a delicious dinner featuring the cuisine of Provence. The villa is very close to Gordes, which is featured as one of the most picturesque towns in Southern France.
10.0 / 10.0
This home is for someone who wants and authentic experience in the region. Our host, Sarah is amazing!!! Everything was perfect and we can’t wait to return. Our last night she did a wonderful cooking demonstration followed by an amazing dinner that we all helped prepare. Not much wine left however!!! Thanks Saran. You are a rock star!!!!!!!/
10.0 / 10.0
Wonderful
Wonderful
All around.
10.0 / 10.0
A fantastic French touristic and culinary experience
A fantastic French touristic and culinary experience
Have stayed several times at the property which has as much character as you can expect in one of the most beautiful parts of France. It is located within a short drive of many of the renown villages in the area you will want to visit to enjoy local art and customs. As a french family living in the US, we also enjoy the hosts' company and bi-cultural background. And to top it all, they are great cooks should you wish to enjoy traditional cuisine 'at home' rather than rely on restaurants or cook yourself (you are there on vacation after all).
10.0 / 10.0
Reflections on Les Martins
Reflections on Les Martins
Six friends from Spain, New Zealand, Norway, and the USA decided to celebrate some major birthdays (80, 75, 70) and thought “Let’s head to the south of France in September”. Lucky for us we found Sarah Brown and Shep Ferguson’s house in Les Martins! What a delight - perfect for our exploring, yoga, swimming, eating and drinking rose! It was very comfortable for all of us with plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms; the unique and interesting living room with the wonderful old bakery door still visible in the corner; the library terrace for our evening glass of rose while watching the sunset over the misty Luberon hills; the large covered terrace for our morning croissants and cafe au lait; the lovely narrow dining table from an ancient abbey which made our evening meals so intimate; the well equipped kitchen where we jostled and laughed and drank rose as we prepared our meals. Each day we’d sojourn to one or two wonderful towns in the area - Gordes, Roussilion, L’Oppede de Vieux, Lourmarin - exploring old castles, churches, markets, and stopping for lunch, with rose of course! Sarah Brown, our hostess, was a delight - greeting our arrival with her lovely yellow lab, Gaston, and soup au pistou and local rose! She was a font of knowledge of the area and a wonderful cook. It was fascinating to learn her family’s history in Les Martins and to hear how they purchased the old bakery in 1959 and turned it into this charming, book-filled and comfortable home. We’d go back in an instant - maybe for 85, 80 75 - or any birthdays in between!

FAQs

Is parking included with this house?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Classic Provençale Family House, Spectacular Setting, Pool, Extensive Grounds. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Classic Provençale Family House, Spectacular Setting, Pool, Extensive Grounds pet friendly?

Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Classic Provençale Family House, Spectacular Setting, Pool, Extensive Grounds?

We found 2 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, and family friendly.


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