Enchanting Medieval Luberon Village Country House (Pool)
- Minimum stay:7 nights
- Internet:Yes
- Pets allowed:No
- Wheel chair accessible:No
Le Mas Des Gardiols, La Cerisaie, a 400 year old authentic, historic medieval stone house in the Luberon national reserve, provides guests an true taste of Provence medieval living. The medieval Luberon home retains original beamed ceilings, fireplaces, exposed stone walls, tiled floors, and a private trellised courtyard where grape vines wind and roses, lavender, and jasmine perfume the Provence evening.
This Luberon home has been thoughtfully and beautifully restored with Gourmet kitchen, modern baths, extra hot water heaters, brand-new comfortable beds, authentic Provence country antique furnishings, and interior appointments. French doors in the kitchen and dining room open directly into the private courtyard which has a large stone table that comfortably seats ten.
A spiral staircase leads from the dining room up to the family/living room on the second floor. Here one can view the gardens, nearby vineyards, local lavender fields, the Luberon village of Roussillon, and the Luberon Mountain range. A master bedroom suite off the living room has private terrace, king-size bed, beamed ceilings, private ensuite bath with tub, shower, sink, and bidet. The living room also has beamed ceilings, bookshelves with books, games, CD player, video cassettes, satellite TV. A lovely large bedroom with fireplace, twin beds, a bathroom and smaller bedroom, twin beds, same Luberon view are located in the oldest wing of the home above a what once was a Provencal type living space. This ancient kitchen and family living space, is today converted into a bedroom suite with queen-size bed with a unique vaulted ceiling, original fireplace, and original ceramic tile floor. Across the courtyard from this wing of the home is an old outdoor baking room where the hamlet's bread was baked. Today this space provides a shaded hideaway, but the old wood-cooking bread oven can still provide a warming fire.
The Cerisaie faces its gated garden where a private pool is nestled in a lovingly tended garden with lavender, climbing roses, laurel, oleander, rosemary, and fig trees. Here one can lunch under the shade of a cherry tree at a second stone table in a trellised eating area, get lost in a book, gaze at Roussillon and the Luberon range, or snooze in the shade to the songs of birds and cicadas.
Food and wine are a prime reason many visit Provence and the Luberon. You can visit a different Provencal Luberon village or Vaucluse outdoor market every day and cook with fresh local ingredients, have a cook do it for you, or eat in one of the world-class, Michelin star rated restaurants in the vicinity. The home lies amid welcoming Luberon vineyards, our favorite within walking distance, but with the world-famous Chateauneuf-du-Pape just 45 minutes away and internationally famous, other Cote de Rhone vineyards also nearby.
Keywords: Authentic Updated Medieval Country Home in Garden Setting
Property Type
- House
- 2 story
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Meals
- Guests Provide Their Own Meals
Onsite Services
- Housekeeper Included
Suitability
- Pets Not Allowed
- Non Smoking Only
- Children Welcome
Bedrooms: 4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8, Beds for 8
Bathrooms: 3 Bathrooms
Kitchen & Dining
- Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Toaster
- Coffee Maker
- Cooking Utensils
- Catering Available
Amenities
- Clothes Dryer
- Parking Off Street
- Babysitter
- Washing Machine
- Hair Dryer
- Iron & Board
- Linens Provided
Other Amenities
- hair-dryers, weekly cleaning, linens, towels, bikes
Entertainment
- VCR
- CD Player
- DVD Player
- Video Library
- Satellite / Cable
Communications
- Wireless Internet
- Broadband Access
- Telephone
- Dialup Access
- Internet
Pool & Spa
- Private Pool
Outdoor Features
- Golf
- Tennis
Location & View
Activities
- Kayaking
- Paragliding
- Tennis
- Mountain Biking
- Rock Climbing
- Massage Therapist
- Laundromat
- Medical Services
- Mountain Climbing
- Golf Privileges Optional
- Hunting
- Skiing
- Cross Country Skiing
- Cycling
- Swimming
- Hiking
- Golf
- Fishing
- Rafting
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Spelunking
- Restaurants
- Theme Parks
- Live Theater
- Scenic Drives
- Museums
- Playground
- Churches
- Ruins
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Winery Tours
- Walking
- Shopping
- Boating
- ATM/Bank
- Hospital
- Groceries
- Sight Seeing
- Miniature Golf
- Wildlife Viewing
- Horseback Riding
- Antiquing
Other Activities
Reviews
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A wonderful oasis in the heart of the Luberon
A wonderful oasis in the heart of the Luberon
- Guest Nancy
- Date of stay 06/11/11
- Review Submitted 07/02/11
My husband and I spent one, too short week with two other couples in this fabulous property. The house is laid out with separate areas so each couple felt we had a private area that belonged to us. The kitchen is well-equipped and we were very pleasantly surprised to find a supper prepared and waiting for us in the refrigerator! We set out each day for a different beautiful town, exploring and picnicing along the way. We would arrive "home" in the afternoon, take a dip in the pool, laze about absorbing the delightful atmosphere! Fields of lavender were just beginning to bloom and the sunflowers were just amazing. Fruit stands with fresh and local produce, Cavillon melons, local cherries (the trees were loaded down with the crop), it was truly a wonderful time. The daily markets in the different towns were a treat to behold. Beautiful and wonderful memories to cherish...thanks, Barb, for sharing your bit of paradise!!Recommended for: Families with teenagers, sightseeing, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, adventure seekers.
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Lovely for a Family Get-Together!
Lovely for a Family Get-Together!
- Guest Laurel & Tim
- Date of stay 06/04/11
- Review Submitted 06/22/11
Our party included 6 adults and 2 small children, ages 3 and 1. This beautiful home and surrounding area provided exactly what we were looking for for our family time together. The house and pool are great and spacious and the house is built so that the two sleeping children were away from us and not disturbed. And the tiny road the home is on is very lightly traveled--perfect for strolling children. They made friends with the two young French girls 3 houses away and were able to play with them--no language barriers! This was our first attempt at something like this and the owner, Barb, was so helpful, answering our many questions and providing lots of helpful material on the surrounding area and restaurants. She made a restaurant reservation for us and found us a babysitter also for one evening where we had a wonderful meal at La Bartavelle in Goult. C'est magnifique!Recommended for: Sightseeing, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway.
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Joucas joy
Joucas joy
- Guest Simon
- Date of stay 08/01/10
- Review Submitted 03/25/11
The Luberon Valley is an enchanted place. Home to Peter Mayle, Sheila Hancock, the Marquis de Sade, Julius Caesar and…if you are wise…you. Barb Egan’s delightful 17th century house is on the outskirts of Joucas, on the northern slopes of the valley. From there you can stroll to the café in the village and take your café crème looking out across the stunning vista where the vineyards stretch into the heat-haze distance. There are hilltop villages to be visited: Gordes, Roussillon, Lacoste, Bonnieux, Menerbes. All of which deserve a stop for lunch in a shady café, a stroll around the narrow, cobbled streets and a slow drive back. Back to Le Mas des Gardiols - to give the house its full, correct title - to prepare a languid supper to be eaten in the private courtyard which is the real centre of the house. Cool and green, it is the perfect dining room for a Provencal evening. The house itself is full of character – no bland Spanish villa this – with corners and beams and books to read and CDs to listen to. Across the lane is your own personal swimming pool hidden from the world by shady trees; the perfect place to doze away the sweltering afternoon. Every practical need seems to have been catered for and if there is a problem, Barb will sort it out from the other end of a phone in Washington DC. Le Mas des Gardiols is pretty much perfect. I wholeheartedly recommend it; but don’t fill up the booking weeks because we are on our way back soon…Recommended for: Sightseeing, age 55+, families with young children.
Owner response: Thanks Simon - for your generous words ! You've eloquently captured the spirit of the Luberon and Provence. It's always a pleasure working with you. Barb
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The Epitome of Provencal Charm!
The Epitome of Provencal Charm!
- Guest Sharon & Joe
- Date of stay 05/04/10
- Review Submitted 02/16/11
La Cerisaie provides old country charm with all the up-to-date amenities, including a beautifully equipped kitchen amd modern bathrooms. The courtyard with stone dining table, the swimming pool and rosemary hedges, the vineyards and olive trees will remind you of Peter Mayle's beloved Provence. Staying here is the quintessential Provence experience!Recommended for: Families with teenagers, sightseeing, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, adventure seekers.
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Rates
| Dates | Nightly | Wknd Night | Weekend | Weekly | Monthly * | Event |
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| Base Rate 7 night min stay |
$2996 | |||||
| Peak Festival Season Jun 16 - Jul 31 7 night min stay |
$3010 | |||||
| High Season Aug 1 - Aug 31 7 night min stay |
$2940 | |||||
| September Sep 1 - Sep 30 7 night min stay |
$2905 | |||||
| Post Season Oct 1 - Oct 31 7 night min stay |
$2800 | |||||
| Pre Season May 1 - May 31 7 night min stay |
$2800 | |||||
| June Jun 1 - Jun 15 7 night min stay |
$2940 | |||||
Additional information about rental rates
Availability is subject to change pending owners receipt of deposit
Request 1/3 down to hold property. Final payment due two months prior to arrival. Refundable damage deposit also required two months prior to arrival.
Additional Fees and Taxes:
Fees and taxes are paid by owner. Rates are all inclusive to include housekeeping and taxes. Owner pays taxes.
Before paying contact the owner to confirm payment details.
Call the owner directly to confirm reservation details and pay with an approved method (credit card, check, or bank transfer), to protect your payment up to $1,000.
Manager info
Year Purchased: 2004
Why Gordes:
The home's seductive charm, authenticity, desirable location and tranquility attracted us to the property. Le Mas des Gardiols is ideally located on a Luberon plateau amid all the 'most beautiful' villages in France. Yet it is a sanctuary, away from the torrent of summer tourists visiting the Luberon's more widely advertised locations. Les Gardiols neighbors are mainly local, life-long residents. The location is also just about an hour to the Mediterranean beaches to the south or Mont Ventoux to the North. Roman ruins next to examples of church and French history are sprinkled throughout the region. Lavender fields, sunflower crops, vineyards, apple and cherry orchards and olive trees glorify the natural surroundings.
The Unique Benefits at this House:
Our home conveys the true, French country living experience. Dine in the flower-filled courtyard under the stars in the peace and quiet of the Luberon countryside in a hamlet that has existed since the year 900, a home that once served as the hamlet's bakery, both retaining the charm and character of old Provence. Take a short scenic walk up the hill to the perched medieval Provence village of Joucas, for your fresh bread and croissants. The small Joucas market can provide all of your culinary needs. Farmers' markets occur daily in nearby picturesque villages of Roussillon, Gordes, Goult, Menerbes, and Bonnieux.
Contact us
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Photos
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You will awake to a view of the Luberon over your private pool and rose garden.
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Courtyard table; flowers, grapevine lavender from garden for candlelight dining
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Refectory table - dining area and one of several dining options
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Family room-library
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Master suite with bath ensuite
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Garden area near pool with Luberon Mountains on the horizon through cherry bloss
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Looking toward cherry orchard over the pool.
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Roses in the courtyard in May
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Our courtyard's granite table is great place to gather and dine.
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Kitchen area-all appliances are updated
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Garden "la sieste" room with an old, working bread oven provides a cool getaway.
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Cozy vaulted bedroom suite with fireplace in 17th century family living space.
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Upstairs bedroom with fireplace in oldest section of the home.
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Photo taken from rose garden looking toward our home.
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Bienvenue to Provence and the Luberon and Les Gardiols.
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Downtown Joucas in the Spring
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