Location: Orange, Provence, France, Europe (Pierrelatte is located approximately 33km from Orange) View Map
Accommodations: Village House, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 6)
The house is located in Pierrelatte, a lively market village, located in the Drome Provençal with 12,000 inhabitants. In the Village there are several restaurants and a Grand Rue with all the shops, butchers, bakers, groceries, general stores, and chocolatier and of course the traditional French bar cafes necessary for an enjoyable, easy visit.
There is swimming at a lovely beach that is less than 3 km from the house. The beach has a playground for children and a nice café. You can watch the windsurfers on the opposite side of the beach. Guests can also use the village swimming pool and tennis court. Market day is every Friday and occurs just steps from the front door. Local produce, cheeses, meats, and flowers can be purchased, as well as fresh seafood and herbs. In summer, lavender sweetens the air, and cherry and fig trees produce edible delicacies.
Since everything is within walking distance, you can explore the village at your own pace. The south of France is well known for its pastries and breads; visitors can taste many of them in the local patisserie and enjoy a pastis or a traditional meal at one of the several restaurants and bars in the village. This village even has a cinema, a short walk from the house, which occasionally shows English language movies. Pierrelatte’s central location provides easy access to some of the most historic, scenic, and often-visited sites in southern France.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning: The house also has a new heating system as well as air conditioning.
- Washer: The washer is located inside the house and is for the use of renters only.
- Linens Provided: The house is stocked with the finest bed linens and towels.
- Off Street Parking: there is parking available in a small church parking spot, next door.
- Beds
- Queen Bed (2) : each bedroom is equipped with a very comfortable Queen size bed.
- Convertible Bed: The trundle bed is located in the Main Salon and is the highest quality. It separates into 2 single beds.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: Flat screen TV .
- DVD
- Video Library: The house has an extensive DVD library with many films to watch as well as books for reading.
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: The kitchen is new as of October 2006 and all appliances are easy to use.
- Cooking Utensils Provided: the kitchen is fully stocked with all pots, pans and china for more than 8 people.
- Refrigerator
- Catering Available: Basic provisions can be stocked in the house with arrangements made with the owner.
- Outdoor Features
- Balcony: the balcony is a south facing balcony with an open view. It's lovely to sit outside or dine at the table for 6.
- Communications
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): Bring your laptop and communicate on the web.
- Other Amenities
- Language assistence is provided by an American who oversees the house and lives a one minute walk away.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly: Small pets please, unless arrangements are made with the owner.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
Rate Details (In Euros)
Oct-April .. €560/week
May-Sep .. €750/week
Rental is from Saturday to Saturday, beginning at 4 PM and ending at 10 AM.
Payment can be made via bank transfer OR PayPal Or cashier's check.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2006
Why the Owner Chose Orange
We are an American couple who has lived abroad-—and love it! We have family living in Pierrelatte, so when the opportunity arose to purchase and restore this classic 11th century home, we jumped on it.
The Unique Benefits at this Village House
Our little french village is the perfect size as we can walk to everything. Pierrlatte is a Market town and always has various events happening. Our dog likes to walk to the small park at the end of our Rue and we can admire the olive trees and the lovely ancient homes along the way.
Owner's Map of Orange
We have terminal "wanderlust" and enjoy traveling the world. Our permanent home is in Florida but we fell in love with Europe when we lived in Brugge, Belgium for 2 years. We are tax professionals part of the year and spend our time traveling the rest of the year. Our "baby" is our three kilo teacup poodle "Marcel".
Property Photos
- WELCOME TO REVE DE PROVENCE - Pierralatte, France Vacation Homes
- The Main Salon has a comfortable sofa and flat screen TV - Pierralatte, France Vacation Homes
- Master Bedroom with Queen size bed and Ensuite bathroom - Pierralatte, France Vacation Homes
- New , fully stocked Kitchen with electric appliances
- Enjoy the South facing Terrace with a glass of Rhone Valley wine
- Large luxurious bathroom for relaxing after a busy day of sightseeing
- First floor bedroom with Queen size bed
- Windsurfing at the local beach, less than 2 km away from the house
- the beach is lovely and on site is a playground and cafe.
- Enjoy Market day every Friday just steps from the front door
- Enjoy wine tasting in well known Rhone Valley Villages
- visit Lovely shops on the Grand Rue just 2 minutes from the front door
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Thank you for the wonderful accomadations. The house was lovely. We enjoyed Pierrelatte and the nearby Nimes and Avignon.
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We are at the conclusion of a wonderful 2 week stay here. The accommodations were superb, the markets exciting, the surrounding towns unbelievable. Thank you Kathy and Larry for sharing your home away from home with us. We leave today for Paris with so many, many memories.
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Bonjour! Staying in this wonderful house, in this town and this country has been a life-changing experience! Merci !
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Thanks for everything. We had a wonderful time!