Provence Amour! 350 Year Old Village House in Cotignac Cotignac Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 44226

Provence Amour, middle house in photo.

 

Location: Cotignac, Provence, France, Europe (1 hr from Aix-En-Provence, 1.5 hrs from Nice, St. Tropez)

Accommodations:  Village House, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 5-6)

Provence Amour was given its name by Chef Prosper in honor of its previous owners, Monsieur and Madame Amour. His love of Provence is reflected in the love and attention bestowed upon the home over the years. Chef Prosper is happy to be able to share Provence Amour and his love for this beautiful corner of the world with others.

This 350 year old, village house is located within walking distance of the town square and bustling market district with open air cafes, bakeries, pizzeria, restaurants, antique stores, shops, and the colorful markets. Provence Amour is also within walking distance of the rocky cliffs and medieval towers seen from the front windows of the house. There is convenient parking just up the street.

History: Cotignac received its name from the Celto-Ligurian tribes who named it after the Celtic word for rock. As you view the craggy cliffs overlooking the village from the upstairs bedroom, it is easy to see why this name is so appropriate. It is believed that Cotignac was settled by the Romans and then in the fifth century A.D. by Jews. The remains of a fortress built into the wall can still be visited. Cotignac enjoyed great prosperity during the seventeenth century after the apparitions of the Virgin and Saint Joseph were proclaimed. The local Cotignac Museum provides information about the history of this quaint and historic village.

Present day Cotignac consists of a beautiful shaded promenade, bordered by cafes, restaurants, 18 fountains, and small shops. Weekly markets, art fairs, and antique fairs provide visitors with a fun and lively interaction with locals. Make sure to check out the local honey store run by the same family for years! A local tourist office is open to visitors in the heart of the village. Maps, tourist sites, and helpful information are available. Enjoy the great walking guide map and stroll around this medieval village.

House Description
Provence Amour is a 350 year old, four-story, stone, village house with an entry way on the rez-de-chaussez (ground floor). A tiled circular staircase lit by windows facing a beautiful green space leads up to the next three floors.

First Floor - The first floor consists of a comfortable living/salon area and a newly renovated American-style kitchen. A dining area completes this main floor of the house. Windows on the living/salon side of this area open out onto a view of Cotignac's famous rocky cliffs and caves, topped by two medieval stone towers. Just below the living room window is a park bench and running spring water fountain dating from 1791. The view from the kitchen window on the other side of the house provides a panoramic landscape of the area, complete with a monastery in the background.

Second Floor - The Moustier Room - This floor of the house has a large bedroom and private bath/toilet room. The room is furnished with an antique standard double (full) bed, overhung with a Moustier design wall hanging. A matching large armoire and nightstand are also found in this bedroom. A Provencal shepherd print is located just above the writing table and chair. The Moustier room also offers a comfortable sofa for relaxing.

All linens, blankets, bath towels, etc. are provided. Again, the windows in the front provide a breathtaking view of the overhanging cliffs, medieval tower, and the water fountain and sitting area below in the very quiet street. The bathroom has a small "sabot" style tub with a handheld shower, sink with mirror, and toilet. The view from the bath/toilet room looks out onto the large expanse of green area.

Third Floor - The Sunflower Room - The third floor also has a large and sunny furnished bedroom and a private shower and toilet room. The room has an antique, wood-carved headboard, double bed (linens provided), with a matching antique marble topped night stand and dresser with mirror. The new bed mattress is covered by a wonderful quilt and matched by a quilted sunflower wall hanging over the bed. There is a linen covered clothes closet for our guests' convenience. Guests will enjoy having a writing table and chair in this sunny room.

The bathroom has a new shower stall, sink with mirror, and toilet. The room is lit by a large skylight, flooding the room with the wonderful Provencal sunlight. From the front of the bedroom there is a large window with a view of the cliffs, tower, and fountain area. There is also a very small window in the bedroom offering a pretty view of the tiled roof tops of the village. From every room of the house you can hear the pleasant murmur of the water fountain.

Note: Extra sleeping arrangements... An additional single bed or baby crib may be made available upon request in each of the bedrooms for an additional charge.

To accommodate all customers requests, YOU MAY RENT A ROOM for a night or as many nights as you may need. Price for low season is 60 euros per night. This is perfect for couples who don't need the whole house. Meals and cooking classes(Provencale Cuisine and International Cuisine)are available upon request.

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• Amenities
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Linens Provided
  • Off Street Parking
• Beds
  • Queen Bed (2)
  • Convertible Bed (2) : One sofa bed that sleeps 2 adults is located in the Master Bedroom (in additon to the Queen side regular bed). The second sofa bed is located in the Salon on the main floor. Both are new and very comfortable.
  • Crib: A crib can be made available for a surcharge with advance notification.
• Entertainment
  • TV (No Cable/Satellite)
  • VCR
  • CD Player
  • Stereo System
• Kitchen
  • Full Kitchen
  • Cooking Utensils Provided
  • Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
• Outdoor Features
  • Deck/Patio: A beautiful fountain built in the late 1700's is found just across from Provence Amour. There are built-in stone benches surrounding this lovely fountain where we like to sit and enjoy our afternoon coffee or after dinner drink.
• View/Location
  • Mountain View: Provence Amour offers two extraordinary views: From the salon and bedrooms, there is a view of the craggy cliffs, dotted with Troglydyte caves and topped by two Saracen Towers; from the kitchen and baths is a view of Provencal countryside with the lower Alps in the background. Both are simply breathtaking!
• Communications
  • Telephone: Emergency calls can be made and incoming calls can be recieved at no charge. Guests may purchase a telephone card to make local and long-distance calls.
• Other Amenities
  • Stereo/Radio/CD/Cassette Player, Library of Books & Magazines, Clothes Line, Iron, Freshly Laundered Linens (Bed & Bath), Radio/Alarm Clock in Each Bedroom, Parking Located Just up the Street, Other, If You Would Like Personal Laundry or Cleaning Service, Area Tours, etc, Arrangements May Be Made at an Additional Fee with Our Local Property Host Manager
• Suitability
  • No Pets Allowed
  • Kid Friendly: Provence Amour is available to families as well as individuals. The village of Cotignac is very child-friendly, offering many fun activities including: visits to the Troglodyte Caves and historic fortress up in the cliffs above the village, lots of hiking trails, and safe and enjoyable areas for play.
  • Smoking Not Allowed
• Activities (on site and nearby)
  • Tennis
  • Shopping
  • Sightseeing
  • Restaurants
  • Kayaking
  • Sailing
  • Boating
  • Waterskiing
  • Parasailing
  • Jet Skiing
  • Shelling
  • Swimming
  • Snorkeling/Diving
  • Surfing
  • Windsurfing
  • Biking
  • Mountain Biking
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
  • Rock Climbing
  • Basketball Court
  • Antiquing
  • Cinemas/Movie Theaters
  • Live Theatre
  • Museums
  • Horseback Riding
• Other Activities
  • This Area Features Many Natural Water Cascades, Former Troglodyte Cave Dwellings, Medieval Stone Towers & Arches, and Beautiful Biking/Hiking Possibilities, It is Very Easy to Explore Close-By Villages, Including Entrecasteaux with Its Own Castle & Correns, Well-Known by Hikers, Rock Climber & Nature Lovers, Nearby, You Will Also Find the Provencal Museum of Draguignan, Within Walking Distance of Local Cafes, Shops, Bakeries, Markets & the Medieval Tower Shown in the Photo to the Left!

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November 1 - March 31  .. €650 /week (4 adults).
April 1 - May 31  ....... €600/week (4 adults).
June 1 - October 31 ......€825/week (4 adults).
85 Euros/Week Per Person Over 4 (Must Be Approved By Owner).
NOW AVAILABLE one bedroom for 60 Euros per night (Chambre d'hote)
Available Year Round, Please contact owner for availabil.

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

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