La Bastide (GRS.84)

La Bastide is a 1-bedroomed cottage, sleeping 2 (+ baby), on the outskirts of the village of Aubignan (Vaucluse), 21km E of Orange, 25km NE of Avignon (Michelin map: 527). VFB is delighted to have featured this property since 2003. Saturday arrival.

Attached to the owners’ house yet completely self-contained, this neat little property, set in a semi-rural location, has been newly converted to provide spacious accommodation for a couple. The high beamed ceiling, half-timbered wall and open fireplace, together with the odd farming implement, lend an appealingly rustic feel to the interior. Simply fitted and furnished (with a functional kitchen), the interior has been decorated in light colours with Provençal fabrics in places. A paved terrace, shaded by an olive tree, provides a peaceful spot for outdoor meals and guests also have the use of a large, well-kept lawned area and swimming pool (8m50 x 4m50, depth 1m60). Nearby, the pretty village of Beaumes-de-Venise, nestling at the foot of the Dentelles de Montmirail, with flower-lined streets, fine old houses and ruins of a 12th-century feudal château, and wine cellars offering tastings of the famous Muscat wine; Vacqueyras which produces one of the three major vintages of Côtes du Rhône de Vaucluse; Vaison-la-Romaine and its haute ville with little shady squares, ancient doorways and narrow cobbled streets. A spacious, practical property for two in a tranquil setting amid beautiful countryside.

Accommodation: All on ground floor: kitchen, living/dining room, 1 double-bedded room, shower room with wc.
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Activities: Private swimming-pool (available June - September) and bicycles on the spot. Tennis in Aubignan. Horse riding in Carpentras (6km). Golf (18 holes) in Morières (20km). Canoeing and kayaking at la Fontaine-de-Vaucluse (28km).

Services:  Most shops and services in Aubignan. All shops and services in Carpentras. Market on Mondays in Vaison la Romaine, Thursdays in Orange and on Fridays in Carpentras.

Location
On the outskirts of the village of Aubignan (Vaucluse) - 4000 inhabitants – 21km E of Orange, 25km NE of Avignon. Michelin map: 527.
 
Activities
Private swimming-pool (available June - September) and bicycles on the spot. Tennis in Aubignan. Horse riding in Carpentras (6km). Golf (18 holes) in Morières (20km). Canoeing and kayaking at la Fontaine-de-Vaucluse (28km).
 
Services
Most shops and services in Aubignan. All shops and services in Carpentras. Market on Mondays in Vaison la Romaine, Thursdays in Orange and on Fridays in Carpentras.
 
Description
Attached to the owners’ house yet completely self-contained, this neat little property, set in a semi-rural location, has been newly converted to provide spacious accommodation for a couple. The high beamed ceiling, half-timbered wall and open fireplace, together with the odd farming implement, lend an appealingly rustic feel to the interior. Simply fitted and furnished (with a functional kitchen), the interior has been decorated in light colours with Provençal fabrics in places. A paved terrace, shaded by an olive tree, provides a peaceful spot for outdoor meals and guests also have the use of a large, well-kept lawned area and swimming pool (8m50 x 4m50, depth 1m60). Nearby, the pretty village of Beaumes-de-Venise, nestling at the foot of the Dentelles de Montmirail, with flower-lined streets, fine old houses and ruins of a 12th-century feudal château, and wine cellars offering tastings of the famous Muscat wine; Vacqueyras which produces one of the three major vintages of Côtes du Rhône de Vaucluse; Vaison-la-Romaine and its haute ville with little shady squares, ancient doorways and narrow cobbled streets. A spacious, practical property for two in a tranquil setting amid beautiful countryside. Featured by VFB since 2003.
 
Accommodation
All on the Ground floor: access from terrace into living room (1 small step up and 1 small step down).
 
·     Kitchen - 1 step down (2m80 x 2m10) with gas cooker with hob (3 rings) and oven, fridge with freezer compartment, washing-machine. Tiled floor. Doors to living/dining room, shower room and outside.
·     Living/dining room (4m40 x 6m55) - 1 step up - with television, open fireplace. Tiled floor. Doors to bedroom and kitchen.
·     Bedroom (3m40 x 3m20) - 1 step down - with 1 double bed (1m40). Tiled floor.
·     Shower room with shower, wc. Tiled floor.
 
Gas for cooking and water heating included - Electricity included – Bed linen included – household linen available.
 
Breakage Deposit  125€   Sleeps  2 + baby MAXIMUM (cot not provided)
 
Where household linen is available, payment should be made direct to the owner (one set will cost 20€ for 2 people and each additional person staying at the property pays 5€).
 
Comments
“Here for our 3rd visit, we’ve had a wonderful time again.” “Monsieur et Madame Grosson have been exceptionally kind and hospitable and are the major reason why this is such a good place to stay. One gets a strong feeling of welcome from the outset.” “This is a super gîte with splendid hosts. Jo and André exemplify the very best of VFB hospitality and efficiency.” “It is not often that a holiday home exceeds expectations but this one certainly did. I was quite taken with the picture on the VFB website but it does not do justice to this lovely gîte.” “Jo and André prepare the gîte with great care and we are so comfortable with all the equipment we need.” "Jo and André Grosson are exemplary hosts; the warmth of their welcome and generosity is outstanding ..  always there when needed yet discreet. The accommodation is simple yet very comfortable with an excellent pool which was most welcome to cool off after a day out in the Provençal heat. The location of this gite is superb, enabling visits to a variety of interesting locations without having to travel long distances."
 
Description updated August 2009