Vaucluse holiday cottage with wonderful views of Mount Ventoux

Self Catering Vaucluse holiday cottage with wonderful views of Mount Ventoux, France

Lovely cottage in an exceptional location just 8km from Vaison and 45km from Avignon.
The property is situated in a unique position on a hillside between forest and vineyards with fantastic views of mount Ventoux, the Dentelles de Monmirail and the Rhone valley.

The cottage was partially renovated during the winter of 2014 including a new roof and a completely refurbished bathroom and utility room. The main room and the bedrooms were also redecorated in 2015. The cottage comprises a large living room and well equipped kitchen which leads out onto a south facing terrace. There are two bedrooms, a bathroom and a utility area equipped with a washing machine and fridge freezer. The main room is heated by a wood burning stove and electric radiators. Free WIFI Internet access is available for guests. The Cottage has been awarded three stars by Gite de France
The gite is available for long winter rentals at an attractive price.

There is a large pleasant garden of 5000m2 (acre) containing an enclosed swimming pool measuring 9m by 4.5m and 1.8m at its deepest point. The garden and the pool are shared with the owner.

The area is very peaceful and ideal for the more active holidaymaker. There are several walking paths that start from the house, great for walking dogs. The route of one of the long distance walks the GR4 passes close by. It is possible to mountain bike directly from the house and the roads are quiet. There is also extensive rock climbing in the area. A spectacular Via Ferrata has been recently been opened above Buis les Baronnies.

The region is of course renowned for its excellent and inexpensive wines. There is a large weekly market in Vaison La Romaine where they sell all kinds of local products.
Vaison has a Roman theatre where during the summer months they have concerts and a season of dance. Concerts are performed throughout the year in the Cathedral.
A little further afield there is the spectacular Romain theatre at Orange where music and Opera are performed. It is a World heritage site as is the Popes palace in Avignon.
The region is of great historic interest. Roaix has been inhabited since the Iron age and was a Templar settlement. Vaison has extensive Roman remains as well as a medieval quarter and castle. There are several charming medieval villages within a short distance. Avignon is only 45km from Roaix with its famous bridge spectacular Popes Palace and celebrated theatre festival.