Vacation Rentals by Owner

Kathryn, London

Guest: Kathryn (London, UK)
Date of Stay: 08/06/11 Review Submitted: 09/26/11

A stunning house in the heart of Ansouis that oozes authentic Provencal charm, yet offers all the modern comforts of a home from home with a well equipped kitchen, beautiful bathroom and tasteful furnishings. We loved cooking in the open plan kitchen and sitting on the terrace, sipping Rose and watching the sun set over the Luberon Hills. The large master bedroom on the top floor with is original terracotta tiles and wooden beams is light, airy and one of the most relaxing spaces we've ever encountered on holiday. Perfect for catching up on holiday reading! Ansouis itself is a picturesque little village, with a boulangerie, village shop, castle and a market at the weekend. We found a shady square close to the castle where we could play boules in the evening. It's a perfect spot for exploring the Luberon and the coast. The well stocked bookcase and information provided by the thoughtful owner, Lucy, offers excellent suggestions for exploring the region. Our favourite places included Cassis and a boat trip to the calanques; Aix en Provence, Loumarin's Friday morning market and Fort Buoux an extraordinary archeological site at the head of a gorge, where you can experience 60,000 years of human history. We had a fantastic holiday and managed to combine everything you could wish for to keep a family happy - beach, city, countryside and even a little bit of shopping. Thank you for a fantastic holiday.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

For shoppers, sightseers, tourists, and people who just love to eat and drink

Guest: Vancouver (Vancouver, Canada)
Date of Stay: 07/30/11 Review Submitted: 10/05/11

Our family (with teenagers) loved the town of Ansouis and used it as a starting point to tour the neighboring villages. Lucy (owner) provided us with a list of suggestions on what to do, which we extensively used and found very helpful. The house had everything that you would need and we often had meals on the upstaris terrace looking over a view that is much better than the one shown in the picture attached to the web site. There are a number of good antique and other markets near by that my wife and I enjoyed. The owner is very accomodating, easy to deal with and helpful. Highly recommend.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Best VRBO experience ever - can't wait to go back!

Guest: tampatravelnut (Tampa, FL USA)
Date of Stay: 07/11/11 Review Submitted: 09/30/11

This was our first visit to Provence, and we were delighted with this lovely house! It was clean, spacious, and stylishly comfortable. We spent many hours dining, reading, and relaxing on the terrace, admiring the beautiful view. Our kids (15 and 11) enjoyed the privacy of the downstairs bedrooms. And we made day trips to Aix and Avignon, having no problem returning to Ansouis in time for a relaxing dinner. The village of Ansouis is picturesque and quite fun to explore. We loved buying our croissants every morning at the bakery across the street, and the little store nearby had an impressive selection of fresh produce, for the days we were too lazy to drive to a market. We highly recommend the tea house up the hill, Les Moissines! We were very impressed with the owner, who was very helpful and patient with us. We have already recommended this house to our friends, and can't wait to go back to Ansouis!

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

The view is indescribable! Ansouis is utterly charming. The owners were wonderful!

Guest: Dawne (Minneapolis, MN)
Date of Stay: 05/28/11 Review Submitted: 09/27/11

Our family of four spent a week in this charming house in the hilltop village. We loved the local people, markets and food. We found everything exceeded our expectations. The house was immaculate. The furnishings charming and the owners did all they could to recommend favorite sights. I thought this was a great value and a spectacular location to experience everything from Monoaco to Aix to Marseilles to Avignon. We rented a car and loved our experience. I would highly recomend it for a honeymoon or a family seeking an authentic experience en Provence.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

The Perfect Easter Holiday

Guest: Lucy (London, UK)
Date of Stay: 04/09/11 Review Submitted: 04/20/11

What more is there to say than...excellent in every way. The house is amazing, a beautiful constrast of antique and simple decor. Spent every evening enjoying the spectacular view from the terrace over a few glasses of the local rose. There are not many places where one can have a view like this from their bedroom, it was a truely magical getaway for all. The location is idyllic, morning trip into Cucuron for patesseries followed by long walks and visits to nearby lakes. La Closerie restaurant in Ansouis combines delicious food with a friendly atmosphere, a visit there is a necessity. The choice of local markets is excellent, definitely worth a few trips to see the local delicacies, Luberon was a personal favourite. Overall the whole trip was a total success and we loved every minute of it. We would recommend this beautiful house to anyone, it has a wonderfully serene atmosphere that we all loved. Can't wait to come back next year!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Autumn in Ansouis 10/25/10 - 11/4/2010

Guest: Melissa (Fire Island, NY, U.S.A.)
Date of Stay: 10/25/10 Review Submitted: 11/20/10

We absolutely loved staying in this house! It is extremely comfortable, offering the amenities and convenience of a contemporary house while maintaining all the taste and charm of a genuine 17th century French villa. The view from the terrace is breathtaking and the southern exposure allowed us to lunch al fresco even though is was Autumn. The house is very clean and complete with crisp linens and towels, a huge gorgeous bath-tub, great shower with excellent water-pressure and hot water, modern uncluttered kitchen complete with supplies one would need to whip up a delicious meal after a day of marketing! As we were there "off" season, we were unnecessarily worried about being cold in the house as the heating system is excellent. To top it off, Ansouis is the perfect starting point for experiencing the many wonderful aspects of the surrounding areas. There are nearby vineyards and wineries, ancient churches and towns, farms and markets, excellent restaurants and spectacular views everywhere you turn. It is also a manageable driving distance to nearby cities such as Aix and Marseilles. As such, we were able to fit in quite a number of sightseeing activities during our stay. Ansouis itself perfect. Peaceful, small, beautiful and very French. Most of the locals speak only French and were unobtrusive yet very friendly when approached. Lucy, the owner of the house was an incredible resource and helpful beyond expectation which I expect comes from her passion an appreciation of this area which she obviously enjoys sharing. In addition to her notebook of suggestions and information about the house, she has supplied the house with up-to-date guidebooks and maps which we really made use of. Our stay in Ansouis and in this house could not have gone smoother or been more satisfying!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Wonderful home, view, and stay.

Guest: Sarah (London, UK)
Date of Stay: 09/18/10 Review Submitted: 10/13/10

The best thing about this house, apart from comfort and the simple but stylish taste, is that you can combine many vacations in one. You can spend the morning at the market in Aix, spend a day by the sea, or visit the idyllic villages of the Luberon. Ansouis is still very French which is bonus, but our lack of French was never a problem. We stayed for a week, but wished we had stayed longer. The house has every gudie book it seems, which helped us make the most of our time there. Lucy could not have been more helpful in guding us through many aspects of our trip (travel and our time at the house.) Thank you... we will be back!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Idyllic!

Guest: Travel Junkie (Holland, Michigan, USA)
Date of Stay: 09/11/10 Review Submitted: 11/10/10

We found this charming home in Ansouis to be a perfect location for exploring Provence and the coast. Highlights of the property include its modern kitchen, very roomy bathroom and the upper level master spanning the entire floor. Some of our favorite moments were spent on the patio enjoying breakfast in the morning and watching the sun set, glass of wine in hand, in the evening. The view, and the setting, is phenomenal. From linens to kitchenware, the home is very well appointed and exceptionally clean and well maintained. Our transaction was handled flawlessly. Lucy, the homeowner, is a pleasure to communicate with and provides a great deal of practical information about the home and the area. Her neighborhood contacts are equally a pleasure to meet. We hope to return and relive one of our best holidays ever!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Lovely Home in Central Provence

Guest: Kelley (Westchester, New York)
Date of Stay: 08/21/10 Review Submitted: 09/13/10

Wonderful location for day trips all over Provence! Very comfortable, authentic village home, tastefully modernized with respect for original detail. Fabulous view from the terrace across the valley, perfect place to enjoy a glass of wine after a day of touring. The owners have wonderful suggestions for excursions and restaurants, but have all the comforts of home if you want to have a day of rest. Small village is charming and historic with a bakery just steps away. Ideal for a family of 4 or 5.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Wonderful stay in one of les plus beaux villages de France

Guest: Joe S. (Vancouver, BC, Canada)
Date of Stay: 07/24/10 Review Submitted: 09/12/10

We have stayed in many VRBO homes, and this was one of the nicest homes we have stayed. The house is well appointed, with all the amenities to make the stay fabulous. Ansouis is a beautiful village. Our host provided a get-started book which we find always very helpful. They were helpful and delightful to deal with. it was a pleasure to stay here and I would recommend without reservation andwe look forward to staying here in the future.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, sightseeing.

Perfect Stay

Guest: Jay1000 (Granville, OH USA)
Date of Stay: 05/31/10 Review Submitted: 06/14/10

We stayed with friends at this charming immaculate home and could not have had a better experience. The home was welcoming, very comfortable and in a great location. This centrally located, quiet spot allowed us to experience the beauty and charm of Provence and the Luberon without having to travel great distances. We also meet so many of the townspeople who were so gracious - - the curator at the local Museum and the nationally recognized artisan who made clay sculptures both introduced us to a part of French culture we had not experienced before. I would recommend this home to friends everywhere. Finally, working with the owner was such a positive experience.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: Don & Lisa Edge (-)
Date of Stay: 10/26/09 Review Submitted: 10/26/09

Our late September stay in Provence was wonderful. The house is spacious and comfortable, the shower is outstanding, and the views are awesome. We especially enjoyed breakfast, drinks and dinner on the terrace while we sipped Luberon wines and enjoyed the view. The house is ideally situated--a boulangerie is literally forty paces from the door, and not much beyond that is the Tabac, the Bar, the grocery, the small town square, and an outstanding restaurant, La Closerie. All Provence is within easy reach. Wine-lovers should make a special effort to visit Chateau La Dorgonne in nearby La Tour dAigues and try their magnificent red, "L'Expression Du Terroir." Thank you for providing comfort,, charm, convenience and an up-close contact with daily life in Provence.

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Guest: Catherine26 (Geneva, Illinois)
Date of Stay: 10/25/09 Review Submitted: 10/25/09

What a wonderful home in a wonderful village! My family visited Provence in October, and had an unforgettable vacation. The house is roomy, immaculate and was perfect for the four of us. We visited nearby villages, hiked and relaxed. Lucy was extremely helpful and full of ideas for exploring.

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Guest: Bill L. (Philadelphia, PA)
Date of Stay: 10/23/09 Review Submitted: 10/23/09

For me, France always meant Paris, which I've visited many times. But Ansouis opened up a whole new experience for me. The house is great -- roomy, comfortable, modern, and perfectly located. The village is almost too perfect -- small, friendly, well located, and quiet. You can just relax in the village and fall into the quiet rhythm of life there, or you can explore everything from other small towns to vineyards to cities such as Aix, all withing easy driving. This is a priceless find.

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Guest: westerbeck (United States)
Date of Stay: 10/21/09 Review Submitted: 10/21/09

Our family (two kids, ages 5 and 3) stayed at this wonderful house in the summer of 2009. The location is spectacular: the town is quaint and warm and the surrounding valley an endless bounty of beauty. The house, tucked away on a small alley against the hillside, is comfortable and spacious, with a phenomenal view from the deck, and worked perfectly with kids. We would highly recommend this house to anyone looking for a place in Provence.

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Guest: Kate Barton (Katy, TX)
Date of Stay: 09/17/09 Review Submitted: 09/17/09

The House in this wonderful village gave my family the rest needed. fresh bread three doors down and wonderful views, what more could you ask for. The village is situated far enough off the main road but close enough to see alot of Provence.giving us much exposure and plenty to see. I am an artist and designer and found not only this village breathtaking but all the other villages near by, I came back to the states with many ideas for my clients and myself. Thanks again Lucy

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