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Beautiful Restored 'Mas' with View Overlooking the Luberon

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Entrance Grambois - Site of many Pagnol Films Living Room, fireplace on left Another view of the Living Room Kitchen, vaulted entrance to the front of the house Kitchen Second Salon with fireplace and pull-out double bed Downstairs Bedroom (with shower) Upstairs Bedroom #1 Upstairs Bedroom Upstairs Bedroom #3 The back terrace (stairs lead up to the kitchen) Back terrace The Pool 'Cuisine D'Ete' (outside kitchen), a good place for morning coffee The "source", another shaded place to read and relax

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Last updated: 03/16/2013
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"L'Oratoire de St. Christol" is located in the southern Luberon mountain range, just outside the medieval hilltop village of Grambois. It is an old 'mas' and our second family home, beautifully restored and furnished in keeping with the character of Provence. It has 220m2 of living space on two floors, beamed ceilings, 5 bedrooms, 1 bath with toilet, 1 shower with toilet, and 1 en suite shower room.

The house is on 5 hectares of wooded land with a beautiful 5 x 11 meter swimming pool with diving board(upkeep of pool provided) and a magnificent view of the Luberon. It is peaceful and quiet, yet only 5 minutes walking distance to the village. On the property you'll find many 'corners' to discover: a quiet and shaded fountain to sit by, a medieval water basin (sometimes dry in the summer)and numerous terraces and paths to stroll. There are medieval ruins in the woods but they are difficult to get to.

The kitchen leads to both the front terrace adjacent to the 'cuisine d'ete' (summer kitchen) and to the large back terrace with a magnificent view, providing outside dining in sun or shade. The large vaulted kitchen has a picture window facing the Luberon and is fully equipped with new appliances, including a dishwasher and 'American' fridge with icemaker. The house is furnished to give a light, summery feeling using a combination of quality modern design and antique 'Provencal'.

Grambois is located in what is known as the 'Golden Triangle' of the southern Luberon mountain range. The area is dotted with countless medieval villages and open-air markets to visit and is only a half hour away from the beautiful southern town of Aix-en-Provence. The sea can be reached in an hour. There are many cultural festivals taking place in the area throughout the year and for those looking for city life, shopping, and great restaurants, Marseille and Aix have everything to offer.

Keywords: Beautifully Restored House

Property Type

      • House

      Accommodation Type

          • Vacation Rental

          Suitability

              • Pets Not Allowed:

                Please check with us if you really need to bring a pet. ...moreless

              Bedrooms: 5 Bedrooms, Sleeps 12, Beds for 10-12

              Bathrooms: 2.5 Bathrooms

              Kitchen & Dining

              • Cooking Utensils
              • Kitchen
              • Ice Maker
              • Dishwasher

              Amenities

              • Wood Fireplace:

                There are two fireplaces...moreless

              • Parking Off Street
              • Washing Machine
              • Linens Provided
              • Clothes Dryer

              Other Amenities

                  • Two Fireplaces, Internet access, VCR and DVD Player with many childrens' films, use of Adult and Children's library, Large Pool with diving board, upkeep of pool provided, Full and well-equipped kitchen, Charcoal BBQ (not in the summer), two beautiful terraces for outside dining, Since the house is an old provencal house with thick walls and shutters it can be kept cool even in the heat of noon, but there are also extra fans available...moreless

                  Entertainment

                  • Video Library:

                    Limited selection, mainly for children...moreless

                  • Television
                  • VCR
                  • DVD Player
                  • Music Library
                  • Stereo

                  Communications

                  • Computer Available:

                    There is an old PC but WIfi for guest laptops is easier...moreless

                  • Broadband Access
                  • Wireless Internet
                  • Telephone

                  Pool & Spa

                      • Private Pool

                      Outdoor Features

                      • Deck / Patio
                      • Outdoor Grill

                      Location & View

                          Activities

                          • Rock Climbing
                          • Swimming
                          • Hiking
                          • Golf
                          • Tennis
                          • Fishing
                          • Cycling
                          • Wildlife Viewing
                          • Restaurants
                          • Museums
                          • Horseback Riding
                          • Shopping
                          • Sight Seeing
                          • Boating

                          Other Activities

                              • Festivals in Aix and Avignon, Cultural/Historical Attractions, excellent wineries and superb restaurants...moreless
                               

                              Reviews

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                              • The Rose family

                                The Rose family

                                • Guest Mitch
                                • Date of stay 08/11/12
                                • Review Submitted 08/30/12
                                Thank you Ellen & Walther for a wonderful stay in your charming provencale house , we enjoyed being in such a beautiful and natural enviroment ,the house lived up to the description and more, the wild wooded garden and shady tree lined path to your swimming pool was like walking through an adventure novel ! the terrace offered a cool retreat for lunch and a snooze ! evening meals were magical with the stars eluminating the night sky + no mosquitos !!! Every day was a delight , going to the many local village markets to buy fresh produce and post card journeys of the beautiful countryside , the Luberon is a landscape of inspiration with a palette of colour so rich you feel like your in a Cezanne painting . We will certainly love to come back & do it all over again !

                                Recommended for: Sightseeing, families with young children, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, families with teenagers.

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                              • Wonderful family vacation

                                Wonderful family vacation

                                • Guest Sharon
                                • Date of stay 05/26/12
                                • Review Submitted 06/06/12
                                We're so grateful to be able to sharing this beautiful home in Grambois. Our family of 7 adults and two little ones loved the house - and we had just a delightful time there. The house is spacious, and wonderfully comfortable, and the swimming pool was a refreshing entertainment in the hot afternoons. All the furnishings and appointments are simply perfect. We were delighted to find the kitchen so well equipped, as we really enjoy cooking as a family. We have many, many happy memories of our time in Grambois. The property is simply beautiful. The area is quiet and non-touristy, yet a short drive from many wonderful opportunities. We'd all love to return here!

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

                                Owner response: Thank you very much for your kind words! You will always be welcome in Grambois! Warm regards, Ellen and Walther

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                              • A delightful holiday in "L'Oratoire"

                                A delightful holiday in "L'Oratoire"

                                • Guest manolop
                                • Date of stay 08/15/10
                                • Review Submitted 08/25/10
                                Our party of ten had a great time in the Grambois "L'Oratoire de St. Christol. Everybody enjoyed the lovely "Mas", it really met all our expectations. The kids loved the swimming pool and what they called "la sala de ordenadores" (computer room), in fact sometimes we almost had to drag them out of the house to visit any of the beautiful towns and villages of the Luberon. As for the adults, the times we spent in the back terrace having a drink with the beautiful Luberon landscape before us after any of our visits was absolutely enjoyable as well as our late Spanish dinners in the large and well provided kitchen. There was plenty of room for everybody to do what they pleased, really lots of corners to discover. By the way nobody found the medieval ruins. We also enjoyed the area and have moved a lot around. However there is plenty more to see. I will not hesitate in recommeding "L'Oratoire de St. Christol to anybody who wants to visit the area.

                                Recommended for: Sightseeing, families with young children, families with teenagers.

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                              • A Magical Winter

                                A Magical Winter

                                • Guest Josh
                                • Date of stay 11/10/09
                                • Review Submitted 08/11/10
                                I lived in the home from November through April. It was beautiful, from its French windows to its stone walls. And it was a magical winter. I had flown to Grambois to write, and I spent my days at my keyboard looking out through the living room window on the Luberon Valley. The view was dramatic and inspiring and, seemingly every day, quite different--snow and clouds turning before me to the bluest skies. I even saw rainbows! Nights I made fires with wood from the cellar, reading and eating before them. I bought my food at the local outdoor markets that popped up every week in the neighboring towns. I'd never eaten such healthy and delicious food--cheeses, breads, olives, pastas, fish. And so, the months I spent in Grambois were replenishing in every way.

                                Recommended for: Sightseeing, tourists without a car, families with young children, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.

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                                • Guest Anonymous
                                • Date of stay 10/30/09
                                • Review Submitted 10/30/09
                                Your home in Grambois far exceeded our expectations; it is as beautiful on the outside as it is inside. We relaxed by the pool the first day; a nice treat. We made full use of the well stocked kitchen and dining room, preparing dinner each night with fresh items purchased locally. We had a fire in the living room FP most nights which was so relaxing and memorable. The beds are super comfortable and waking to gorgeous views out every single window was a lovely start to the day. You have certainly chosen a spectacular property and furnished it perfectly. Thank you for sharing it with our party of 4 for one week.

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                                • Guest Michael76
                                • Date of stay 10/20/09
                                • Review Submitted 10/20/09
                                Pure heaven on earth! Together with friends and family, we gathered here for an idyllic week of relaxation, good food and beautiful views. The house is everything we hoped for . . . and more. When we weren't swimming in the pool, we were preparing lunch and dinner from the fresh fruits and vegetables we had picked up at the markets, biking on the splendid terrain, and lazing away the afternoons. I can't wait until we return to this little taste of paradise.

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                                • Guest Lorinda
                                • Date of stay 12/28/04
                                • Review Submitted 12/28/04
                                Dear Ellen, Walther, daughters, we are sitting here at your marvellous table - by candlelight - thinking how blessed we are to have shared L'oratoire de St. Christol. It has been lovely here - azure skies, molten pink and silvergrey clouds, the wine grapes heavy, back-lit (harvesting accross the road, I harvested some lavender). We've explored so much of the Luberon - from one end to the other - but return home each evening to supper fixed in this great kitchen. Beds comfortable/ water hot (best bathtub in the world). Books speak of educated, curious people with wonderful children. Furnishings tell of much searching, sophistication, hard work and your love of this place.

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                                • Guest James Waterbury
                                • Date of stay 12/28/04
                                • Review Submitted 12/28/04
                                Last week of July 2003: We loved our week here! Especially the outdoor terraces, both in front and back! Our dinner parties with neighbors and friends from the States were magical here. Both girls, Emily (10)and Lindsay(16)loved the paths and various spots, hidden and otherwise, for exploring and adventures. The pool is lovely and quiet. The walk to Grambois is easy with children and rewarding when we return with fresh baguettes…. The general decor in the house is beautiful and all of us truly admired the kitchen the most! All of the treasures found in the house were appreciated (TV, video and books and lots of beautiful dishes to eat off). This week has brought many wonderful moments to our family. What a great house and vacation spot! Here is to returning next summer!

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                                • Guest Céline
                                • Date of stay 12/28/04
                                • Review Submitted 12/28/04
                                Subject: Re: beautiful time in GramboisBonjour Ellen, Comme je sais que vous parlez très bien en français, j'ose vous écrire en français. Ma famille, mes amis et moi avons passé un très agréable moment chez vous. Je suis tombée en amour avec votre place. Je serais restée un autre mois. Vous avez une magnifique maison que vous avez su décorer avec beaucoup de goût. On s'y sent bien et on est à l'aise. La vue de votre mas sur le Luberon est de toute beauté. Nous nous sommes beaucoup reposés, avons lu et écrit. Étant chez vous pour un mois, nous avons visité plusieurs villages. Notre préféré fut Lourmarin. Laissez moi vous raconter la belle histoire qui nous est arrivé au cimetière de Lourmarin. Clara et moi avions décidé d'aller porter des fleurs sur la tombe de ALbert Camus. Nous aimons toutes les deux cet auteur. Comme nous entrions dans le cimetière, deux dames y pénétraient en même temps. Une d'elle nous demanda ce que nous allions faire au cimentière avec des Immortelles dans les mains: Nous lui avons alors expliqué le but de notre visite et elles furent touchés par nos intentions. Quelques minutes plus tard, alors que nous étions rendues au pied de la tombe de Camus, les deux dames revinrent et l'une d'elle nous dit: je dois vous le dire, même si ma compagne n'est pas tout à fait d'accord mais elle est la fille d'Albert Camus, Catherine. Femme très timide et très réservée, elle a semblé très touchée par notre geste. Clara et moi étions émues par sa présence. Je crois qu'il n'y a pas de hasard dans la vie, il n'y a que des rendez-vous. Qu'en pensez-vous? Vous comprenez sans doute pourquoi Lourmarin restera gravé longtemps dans nos mémoires. Je crois que cette similarité s'applique également au choix de votre maison. Au plaisir, Céline

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                              Jun-Aug .. €2600/week.
                              Sep-Oct .. €2300/week.
                              Nov-Mar .. €2100/week.
                              Apr-May .. €2300/week.
                              Prefer 2 week or 1 month rentals, especially in August.
                              PLUS the cost of Cleaning at end of rental €200.
                              

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                              Last updated: 03/16/2013
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                              Owner info

                              Year Purchased: 1998

                              About the owner: We are both educators in international schools.

                              Why the Owner Chose Grambois:
                              Friends in the region, proximity to Aix, appeal of Grambois and the Parc Regional du Luberon, natural and unspoiled site.

                              The Unique Benefits at this House:
                              It is our second family home. We are in the midst of one of the most beautiful areas in France, with excellent excursions to Luberon villages, Aix, Avignon, Nimes. The coast is less than one hour drive away and the area is not crowded during the summer.


                              Contact us

                              • Primary: +43 664 528 51 82
                              • Secondary: Mobile: +43 664 324 86 08 (Austria)

                               

                              Photos

                              • Entrance

                                Entrance

                              • Living Room, fireplace on left

                                Living Room, fireplace on left

                              • Kitchen, vaulted entrance to the front of the house

                                Kitchen, vaulted entrance to the front of the house

                              • Second Salon with fireplace and pull-out double bed

                                Second Salon with fireplace and pull-out double bed

                              • Upstairs Bedroom #1

                                Upstairs Bedroom #1

                              • Upstairs Bedroom #3

                                Upstairs Bedroom #3

                              • Back terrace

                                Back terrace

                              • 'Cuisine D'Ete' (outside kitchen), a good place for morning coffee

                                'Cuisine D'Ete' (outside kitchen), a good place for morning coffee

                              • Grambois - Site of many Pagnol Films

                                Grambois - Site of many Pagnol Films

                              • Another view of the Living Room

                                Another view of the Living Room

                              • Kitchen

                                Kitchen

                              • Downstairs Bedroom (with shower)

                                Downstairs Bedroom (with shower)

                              • Upstairs Bedroom

                                Upstairs Bedroom

                              • The back terrace (stairs lead up to the kitchen)

                                The back terrace (stairs lead up to the kitchen)

                              • The Pool

                                The Pool

                              • The "source", another shaded place to read and relax

                                The "source", another shaded place to read and relax

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                              5 Bedroom / 2.5 Bathroom
                              Sleeps 12


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