Villa des Maquignons - 3 Bedroom (Sleeps 6) Villa in Goult

Description

FLEXIBLE ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE DATES + SHORT STAYS AVAILABLE BEFORE JUNE AND FROM SEPTEMBER.

DISCOUNT FOR TWO-WEEK STAYS OR MORE OUTSIDE JUNE TO AUGUST MAY BE AVAILABLE. PLEASE ENQUIRE FOR DETAILS.

Located just a fifteen-minute drive from the magnificent village of Gordes and the famous Bories village with its dry-stone houses, Villa des Maquignons is a quintessential Provencal villa with delightful views facing the Luberon mountains.

This charming villa is all on one level, ensuring easy access throughout. There is air conditioning in the main rooms and the walls are thick which helps keep the villa cool in summer. Each of the three bedrooms has its own bathroom or shower room.

The spacious living room with a dining area lets in lots of natural daylight and offers stunning views of the village of Goult. A separate, cozy sitting area with television is perfect for unwinding. French doors lead to a lovely terrace overlooking the swimming pool and grounds with splendid views over the vineyards and olive trees.
The large private pool is ideal for morning lengths, while those seeking a more laidback approach can enjoy sun loungers and a sitting area for sunbathing or reading. The expansive terraced grounds, adorned with olive trees and typical Mediterranean vegetation are very pleasant. Nearby properties are far enough to ensure peace and tranquility during your stay.

Ideally located just ten to twenty minutes’ drive from the must-see villages of Bonnieux, Ménerbes, Oppède le Vieux, Roussillon and L’Isle sur la Sorgue, you will thoroughly enjoy exploring the local markets of Coustellet, only ten minutes’ drive away. These Sunday markets are perfect for picking up essential Provencal goods for your stay.
The market town of Apt with its famous Saturday market is just a twenty-minute drive away. This historic market, which has been held for centuries, takes over the entire old town and is a must-visit!

Surrounded by natural beauty and a plethora of charming villages, there is so much to discover and enjoy while staying at this property. This region of France is truly fabulous to explore, with countless gems waiting to be uncovered.

Wine enthusiasts will be delighted with the choices available. The nearest wine estate is less than 200m from the property, offering lovely organic wines. Visits to the Domaine can be arranged in advance, sometimes also drop-ins are available. Another organic wine estate, located a mere 1.2 km away, also produces delicious wines and requires pre-booking for visits. For more information, please speak to the key holder. Additionally, there are numerous wineries and caves within a 10km radius, and the world-famous Chateauneuf du Pape is just under an hour’s drive away.

ACCOMMODATION:
Living area:
The entire villa is all on one level and has air conditioning in the hallway, living room, kitchen and Master bedroom. The walls are thick and keep the villa cool in summer.
Spacious living/dining room with two three-seater sofas, two armchairs and stone fireplace (wood provided). Stunning views over the rolling countryside. Sliding doors lead to terrace.
The sitting room has two two-seater sofas, smart TV (selection of local and foreign channels), stone fireplace and selection of books in both French and English.
The dining area is equipped with a table and chairs.

Kitchen:
Equipped with a dishwasher, oven, microwave, induction hobs, fridge/freezer, kettle, coffee machine (Nespresso), toaster and breakfast table. Opening onto the living/dining room. Utility room with washing machine and dryer, iron, ironing board and vacuum.

Bedrooms:
Bedroom 1: Master Bedroom with King size bed (180cm x 200cm), air conditioning, adjoining shower room and access to small patio facing the garden.
Bedroom 2: Bedroom with Queen size bed (160cm x 200cm), ensuite shower room and access to furnished terrace.
Bedroom 3: Bedroom with double bed (140cm x 200cm) and ensuite bathroom.

Bathrooms:
Shower area with walk-in shower and double sink adjoining Bedroom 1.
Shower room with walk-in shower, double sink and wc ensuite to Bedroom 2.
Bathroom with bath/shower, double sink and wc ensuite to Bedroom 3.
Separate wc.
One hair dryer per bathroom.

Exterior:
The property boasts 2700m² of grounds filled with Mediterranean vegetation. From the furnished terrace you can enjoy wonderful views over the surrounding countryside and garden. Gas barbecue. Steps down to the pool area. Six sun loungers around the large pool side, perfect for sunbathing and relaxing. Parking for several cars in the car park.

Private swimming pool:
Pool size: 14m x 8m. Depth: 1.3m-1.7m. Security system: alarm. Chlorine. Open from May to October (weather depending). Twelve steps down to the pool with a handrail (from the upper terrace) and four steps with handrail in the pool itself.

Changeover day:
Sunday. Flexible arrival and departure dates before June and from September.
Check-in between 4pm-8pm. Checkout before 10am.

Included in the rent:
- Bed linen and towels (including pool towels). For two week-stays or more a complementary change of bed linen and towels can be provided on request at the time of booking.
- Water and electricity.
- Holiday tax.

Obligatory charge payable on arrival:
End of stay cleaning: 200€.

Optional charges payable on arrival:
Mid-stay clean: 200€. Please request at time of booking.
Pets: Small pets accepted. 50€ per pet per stay. Please request at time of booking.

Obligatory charge payable with balance:
Refundable security deposit: 400€ payable at the time of balance via a secure online link. The security deposit will be returned once an inventory has been completed and no more than 10 days after departure by bank transfer.

Other information:
Short stays available outside the summer season. Please ask for details.
Cot and highchair available. Please request at time of booking.
No smoking in the villa.

Nearest airports: Marseille 72km, Avignon 41km.
Avignon TGV railway station 43km.

Shops:
Restaurant, bar and shops 2km. Supermarkets, restaurants, bars and bakeries in Coustellet (10km) Large range of shops, supermarket and restaurants in Apt (15km).
Apt market is the largest and best market in the area every Saturday morning, generally between 8am and midday. It takes up the whole town, but the nicest part is towards the Place de la Bouquerie. Please note that in summer, it can take a bit of time to find a place to park. If you like your Provencal markets then don’t miss L’Isle sur la Sorgue on Sundays.

Places to visit nearby:
Local markets: Sunday: Coustellet (10km), Isle sur la Sorgue (20km), Monday: Cavaillon (20km), Tuesday: Gordes (13km), Wednesday: Cheval Blanc (20km), Thursday: Goult (4km), Ménerbes (8km), Roussillon (12km), Friday: Bonnieux (8km), Lourmarin (22km) – particularly recommended, Saturday: Apt (17km).
Some markets are seasonal.

Lacoste (2.5km)
There are several walks in the mountains with easy access from the house. Some of the routes lead to the nearby village of Lacoste, overlooking Bonnieux and the surrounding countryside. The architecture and the cobblestone streets give the impression of a village where time has stood still. The oldest building in the town, la Maison Forte, dates back to the 9th century. Lacoste is best known for its most notorious resident, the Marquis de Sade, who lived in Château de Lacoste in the 18th century, overlooking the village. In the 1990s, the ruins of the Château, along with an attached quarry, were bought by fashion designer Pierre Cardin, and since 1994 musical and theatrical works have been performed there. Adding to the town’s reputation as an artistic haven, the Lacoste School of the Arts was founded in 1970 by American art professor and painter Bernard Pfriem.

Goult (4km)
Charming 14th-century village featuring local cafes, bars, and restaurants, along with smaller shops, a bakery, and a butcher. On Thursdays, the village hosts a market where you can purchase a wide selection of local produce. Perched on a hill, Goult has a solitary road leading to the peak, crowned by the 12th-century Château de Goult.

Ménerbes (8km)
Officially recognised as one of the most beautiful villages of France, Ménerbes is another classic perched village with stunning views, restaurants, cafés, bakery and a seasonal market on Thursday morning. Ménerbes gained international fame in the 1990s thanks to Peter Mayle’s book A Year in Provence, which he wrote in the village. Today, it has returned to being a quiet gem in the Luberon.

Bonnieux (8km)
Halfway between the villa and the beautiful village of Lourmarin lies Bonnieux, offering a variety of great restaurants and cafés, a fantastic Friday market, and even a bakery museum. Just outside Bonnieux you might want to pay a visit to Chateau la Canorgue (2km) a family-owned estate pioneer in organic farming producing high quality wines. There are also several walking trails and cycling routes through meadows, lavender fields and typical old dry-stone huts also bories.

Oppède le Vieux (10km)
Situated halfway up the northern slopes of the Luberon massif, the dramatic and haunting Oppède le Vieux is coming back to life after years of abandonment. This magnificent little hill-top village is built high on a rocky outcrop. To visit, leave your car in the car park at the base of the village before following the picturesque path up the hill. You will be enchanted by this historic village and enjoy wandering around this village admiring the charming 15th and 16th-century houses that have been skillfully restored.

Gordes (13km)
Perched on a rock, Gordes – one of the most beautiful villages in France – has served as one of Provence’s watchtowers, watching over the Luberon forests for centuries. Its rich history and sublime panorama make Gordes one of the must-see villages of Provence. With narrow, winding cobblestone streets, wonderful architecture and amazing views Gordes will enchant you but beware the village gets very busy in summer! Just outside Gordes and very much worth a visit is the famous Village des Bories made up of old dry-stone houses that were used for agricultural purposes such as sheepfolds, bread ovens, wine storerooms and many others. Another nearby visit should include the Abbaye de Sénanque at 11km. One of the most recognisable landmarks in the Luberon area. This is a beautiful example of Romanesque architecture where Cistercian monks lived. The Abbaye is set in stunning landscape with lavender fields and green hills.

L’Isle sur la Sorgue (20km)
Pretty market town, much loved for its antique shops and twice weekly markets. Once an important fishing town, with an abundance of crayfish in the River Sorgue, there are also several canals running through the centre. Perhaps, unsurprisingly, the town has been called the Venice of Provence. The river has influenced the development of the town, providing for thriving crafts and industries, flour mills, wool and silk workshops. Many of the waterwheels remain adding to the picturesque charm of the town. Each Sunday there is quite a carnival atmosphere with a flea market, regarded as of the best antique markets in France (Thursday in normal market day).

Lourmarin (22km)
Much like Oppede le Vieux, Lourmarin is often referred to as the jewel of the region and one of the most beautiful villages in France. It’s a must-see, especially in summer, with its cafés, restaurants, shops, and castle, plus a market worth visiting on Fridays.

Colorado Provencal (28km)
Situated between the villages of Rustrel and Gignac waymarked walks take you through a unique and colourful desert scenery with yellow and red rock formations created when ochre was quarried in the area. The Colorado Provencal is quite wild and has a wider range of colours while the Sentier des Ochres (12km) is smaller and offers more marked trails.

Other villages nearby also worth a visit include Saignon (20km), known for its Roman church, walks, horse riding, and superb views from the top of the village and Villars (21km), a little village built on top of a small hill with pretty views.

Lavender fields around Sault (39km)
From June to August the scent and colour of lavender fields encapsulate the essence of Provence. The French author Jean Giono called lavender the soul of Provence. There is a concentration of lavender fields from the high plateaux around Sault, at the foot of the famous Mont Ventoux, and also around Apt and Gordes.

Parc Naturel Regional du Luberon (25km)
This is a region of stunning natural beauty with superb, varied scenery and outstanding views. To the north you will find the wild mountain scenery of the Vaucluse hills and famous Mont Ventoux. To the south the amazing oak and pine covered slopes of the Luberon mountains. The Luberon valley is dotted with vineyards, cherry orchards and lavender fields enhanced by stunning hill-top villages. This region is also renowned for its quality restaurants and locally produced fruit, cheeses, honey and many other irresistible delights. You will also find many very good local vineyards producing excellent Cotes du Luberon and Cotes de Ventoux with tastings available at all the small Domains as well as the two big ‘Cave Cooperatives’. Colourful Provencal fabrics and beautiful table linen are also available in the charming local markets along with a large variety of pottery. Several of the villages have art galleries where you can view and buy from local artists.

Avignon (41km)
Located on the banks of the River Rhone, Avignon is perhaps best known for the children’s song Sur le Pont d’Avignon. However, for several decades in the 14th century it was the capital of Christendom after Pope Clement V moved his court here to avoid the chaos in Rome. The legacy of that papal schism can be seen today in the city’s UNESCO-protected architecture, including the vast Palais des Papes. The city’s intact ramparts and pedestrianised centre lend Avignon a small-town, medieval feel. Each July the city transforms into a contemporary performing arts hub during the Festival d’Avignon. Nearby Châteauneuf-du-Pape, a now-ruined castle built by a later pope, still produces acclaimed red wines.

NEARBY ACTIVITIES:
Golf: Fontaines de Vaucluse (19km), Tennis: Goult (3km), Horse-riding: Joucas (9km), Bike hire: Bonnieux (8km), Kayaking/Canoeing: Kayak Vert, Fontaines de Vaucluse (19km).
Treetop climbing: An adventure for the whole family, different levels available, Fontaine de Vaucluse (19km).

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