17th-Century Stone Cottage+Large Pool+Jacuzzi in St. Remy

• Retired Couple Vancouver BC Canada September 2010

  Retired Couple Vancouver BC Canada September 2010

  • Guest Mervin
  • Date of stay 09/04/10
  • Review Submitted 09/23/10
  What an exquisite cluster of houses in this very special hamlet just outside of St. Remy. We chose to come in early September to avoid some of the crowds and the summer heat. We were pleased with our choices but most especially we were delighted with the accommodation of L'Orangerie. A perfect place for a couple, retired or honeymoon and everyone in between. The grounds are lovingly cared for and the hospitality incomparable. Everything has been thought of so all you have to do is enjoy it all. William and his staff do an exceptional job of looking after the needs of his guests on a personal basis. You won't be disappointed; we certainly weren't and plan to return.

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, romantic getaway, age 55+.

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• • Guest Jill and Stu Messenger
  • Date of stay 09/05/08
  • Review Submitted 09/05/08
  Our family of four recently returned from a delightful week spent at L'Orangerie at Provence Paradise. Our host, William Moore met us at the Avignon train station and drove us to the cottage where a fabulous lasagne meal and a stocked fridge awaited us, along with an excellent bottle of rose. The cottage, decorated in predominantly yellow tones in Provencal style is charming, and includes all modern amenities. We especially enjoyed the private patio where we could relax in chaises longues, or eat a meal at the outdoor table. The pool and gardens are lovely, and since the weather in August is often over 30 degrees Celsius, we made good use of the pool. William provided us with croissants and pain au chocolat for several mornings and gave us lots of information about village events such as the Feria in mid-August where we saw bulls running through the streets of St. Remy as well as white Camargue horses and their Provencal-costumed riders. The town of St. Remy itself, just a 10 or 15 minute walk from L'Orangerie, is an ideal centre from which to explore many areas of Provence. Not having a car, we were able to visit many interesting places by bus. One village we wanted to visit was not accessible by bus, so William very kindly drove us there one evening. The kindness and generosity of our host and his team, and the beauty and comfort of our surroundings made this holiday the best ever! We just wish that we could have stayed another week.

  Owner response: WOW! The MESSENGER's are such nice people, sincerely appreciative of everything we could do for them, that we have wonderful memories of their séjour with us! "Come again and/or send us other great people like you!" Need we say more?

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• • Guest Gerry and Artie Burke
  • Date of stay 08/11/08
  • Review Submitted 08/11/08
  We booked one week in Provence at Au Moulin Entre Deux Mas Paradise Provence where William Moore the owner and his family was most accommodating. There are several style houses on the property but we chose the Orangerie as it was just two of us. The accommodation is 1 bedroom with a loft bedroom for 1-2 children. There is only 1 full bath. It was fully equipped with kitchen, well stocked refrigerator, loads of dishes and pots, towels, washer/dryer combo. The den and furnishings were comfortable and each piece of furniture was tastefully selected to blend with the Provence theme. The breakfast table looked onto a private garden with more patio chairs and loungers. The bathroom/shower was excellent and a very comfortable bed. The fireplace would be great in winter. The AC was needed in June as it was warm although we had afternoon showers on several days. They deliver the first night welcome dinner with lasagna, salad desert bread and wine. William delivered warm bread the first morning which was also appreciated. Outside you stepped into a paradise, everywhere you turned beautiful flowers, gardens, little streams and a water mill, well maintained pool and adjacent hot tub, a barbeque and more lounge chairs around the pool. They have a social during the week for guests to meet. We viewed the other larger houses and they were of all furnished with beautiful antiques and done to a high standard. We liked the location and the town of St Remy filled with an excellent selection of restaurants, courtyards with fountains, historic sites and great shops.

  Owner response: We are, indeed, very happy that Gerry and Artie were so satisfied with their stay here at PROVENCE PARADISE! We try very hard to assure a very high level of comfort and safety/well-being. Sounds like we achieved our objective! "Come again and/or send other nice people just like you, Gerry and Artie."

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• • Guest Anonymous
  • Date of stay 05/28/08
  • Review Submitted 05/28/08
  My wife and I stayed in l’orangerie for ten nights in May 2008 as part of our honeymoon. For about six months leading up to the trip William and I were in almost daily contact by email with William providing advice and assistance not only about Provence but also in relation to our other locations within France.We were immensely looking forward to our stay and putting a face to ‘William’ and ‘Provence Paradise. To say everything met our expectations would be an understatement. It is easier I think to put a few comments in point form:•The welcome from William was very special complete with a lovely meal, wine, flowers etc•William and his crew maintain a very discreet service, to the point that we hardly saw William for a few days.•Fresh croissants in the morning (or for lunch depending when you wake up) was a real treat.•William can provide a wealth of information and his tip of a wine tour with Francois was greatly received. Spending the day with Francois on his wine tour with a maximum of four other people is a great way to spend a day. Another tip from William that I have never read in any guide book or on the internet saw about 2000 sheep, donkeys, goats etc running down the street as part of a local festival right outside our cottage.•The cottage is beautiful, with all the mod cons yet with the old style Provencal style.•The grounds of the estate are beautiful and very well kept. The pool is very large as is the outdoor spa.•The location is extremely convenient. A ten minute walk into town for market day or just to walk home after too many bottles of wine with lunch or dinner! Otherwise everything you would want to see is within a 45 minute drive in all directions.•William had a dinner party with other guests during our stay and it was a great night, finishing very late in the night/early in the morning depending on your point of view!I could say so much more but you will just need to go and find out for yourself. I am happy to answer any questions that prospective guests may have and I can provide some photos that we took to assist you make a decision.I would finally just add that after months of looking forward to our stay it was very hard to leave. William and I had become email mates before our stay but by the end of our stay it was like leaving family. That is how William treated us ‘as family’

  Owner response: My PROVENCE PARADISE Team and I had a lot of fun hosting the young MOYLAN's. They honored us by coming all the way from Australia to spend their honeymoon in our "hamlet." Taking good care of them was a pleasure for us. Kind of "doing what we do naturally." Plus, we love to host "Aussies!" We expect Sara and Paddy back someday... in a considerably larger house, with a good number of little MOYLAN's in tow!

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• • Guest Hazel Sowerby
  • Date of stay 11/25/07
  • Review Submitted 11/25/07
  What can one say that hasnt already been said . What an absolutely fabulous place , because of William Bettina and Olivier they so went out of their way to ensure we had the best possible holiday hassle free informative and I must say William I enjoyed the Wednesday markets so much thank you there is little one can add to what has already been said and all so true. Hazel & Neil Sowerby

  Owner response: The pleasure was all ours, I assure you, Hazel and Neil! See you again sometime soon at PROVENCE PARADISE, even without the rubgy World Cup...and the lively French transport strikes.

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• • Guest Bob and Pauline Baillie
  • Date of stay 11/12/07
  • Review Submitted 11/12/07
  We searched the internet for a place to stay in the Provence region of France and came across “Provence Paradise”. We have traveled extensively and without doubt, this was the best place we stayed anywhere. The property is magnificent. The L'Orangerie cottage has an almost unbelievable attention to detail. Very warm, very cozy, great fireplace, nicely equipped kitchen, fresh flowers. Best of all, the refrigerator was fully stocked with all of the necessities. In addition, home made lasagna and salad was waiting for us upon arrival. After a full day of travel, it was nice not to worry about trying to find a grocery store or a restaurant. The next morning, a bag of fresh croissants was hanging on our door handle. Proprietor William Moore was the most gracious, caring host that we have ever encountered. You will feel like you have known him all of your life. He goes out of his way to be helpful. If you seek information about tourist destinations, parking areas, restaurants, William can help. He is multi lingual and can assist almost any traveler in their native language. Early each morning and at the end of the day, he visited us just to ask if we had any needs or if we wanted information that might help to more effectively plan our travels. At the end of our visit, he asked what time we would leave so that he could say goodbye. He is truly one of the most memorable people we have encountered. His staff, Bettina and Olivier, are equally attentive and caring. You might find lodging that would be less expensive but you will never find one that offers so much comfort for what we believe to be a good price. If you have the opportunity to stay at Provence Paradise and L'Orangerie, do not hesitate. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you would like more detail.Bob and Pauline BaillieBatavia,OhioSeptember 29 to October 6, 2007

  Owner response: What more can we say? It would seem to the naked eye that Bob and Pauline were related to us.... but no, they are part of our new "family of contented guests at Provence Paradise." They helped to invent our new 2008 logo: "Come as friends, leave as family." Not everyone, mind you, ... but the BAILLIE certainly do!

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• • Guest Michaelyn Davis
  • Date of stay 10/22/07
  • Review Submitted 10/22/07
  THE DIFFERENCE IS IN THE DETAILS. Yes, the Provence region is beautiful in the Fall and the weather is perfect. What made our trip extraordinary was our stay at L'Orangerie. The cottage is even more delightful than it appears on the website. The attention to detail by owner William Moore, assisted by Betinna and Olivier, provided a most enjoyable and relaxing stay. It was such a joy to arrive and find fresh flowers in the cottage, a fully stocked fridge and a wonderful dinner waiting for us. The cottage is completely furnished, and if your are inclined to cook some of the wonderful dishes of Provence, the kitchen is very well equipped. The grounds are colorful and immaculately maintained. William so graciously assisted us in planning our itinerary each day, and he was just a phone call away if any problems arose. Saint Remy and L'Orangerie are centrally located, and all of the major sights are within a short driving distance. Yes, there are many places you could choose to stay during your visit to Provence, but why would you want to stay anywhere but L'Orangerie?

  Owner response: Yes, we try harder...and it begins to show! Thanks to Mikki and Steven for their visit, their friendship and their support to our PROVENCE PARADISE program. We know that the DAVIS's will be back! And, we will be very happy to see them!

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• • Guest David & Patti Nahrung
  • Date of stay 10/18/07
  • Review Submitted 10/18/07
  L'Orangerie really was the highlight of our French tour. It was a wonderful experience to have dinner awaiting us on arrival, a well stocked fridge and fresh croissants for breakfast. It made a great base to explore Provence, and William & Bettina were always available to help us with any problems or advice. We look forward to returning one day for more than 1 week next time.

  Owner response: Truthfully, RUGBY was probably the great motivator to get the NAHRUNG's this far over the seas from Australia. Then, we were happy to see that they could relax with their twin daughters and enjoy the peace and quiet of St. Rémy and of PROVENCE PARADISE. That is our "specialty." We hope to see David and Patti again soon.

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• • Guest Jennifer C.4
  • Date of stay 10/13/07
  • Review Submitted 10/13/07
  My husband, David, and I had a lovely time at the L'Orangerie this past summer (2007)!We actually arranged our whole trip around staying at L'Orangerie because we fell in love with the accommodations and setting online.I have to admit that I was a bit weary at first booking since I did not know if this "Paradise" existed, but let's just say that David and I were pleasantly surprised when we arrived.Not only was the cottage wonderful but the hospitality was superb!Enjoy your stay.

  Owner response: Jennifer's comments are those which are in the heads and on the lips of those who, after a long day of travel, ring the bell at our front gate...and then hope someone shows up to open the door to "Provence Paradise" and that what they find is at least as good as the website! We aim to be even better! And our visitors say we are!

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• • Guest Larry & Sarah
  • Date of stay 09/30/07
  • Review Submitted 09/30/07
  The earlier comments do not fully describe what a lovely, comfortable and welcoming place William and his staff have developed. We had a tremendous visit 7-21 Sept. We felt that we were friends when we arrived, and family when we left. The property is lovely, the accommodations beyond expectation, and the location very convenient for sightseeing. I could go on and on .....

  Owner response: No need to "go on and on," Sarah and Larry. Just come back and/or send us other nice people just like you! Thanks, too, for all of your ideas about how to make time at PROVENCE PARADISE even more comfortable and memorable.

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Additional information about rental rates

50 percent of rental due at the time of contract. Remainder due 90 days before arrival. Credit cards, personal checks, Paypal and bank transfers accepted for payment. Details of cancellation and refund policy furnished on simple demand, as well as at contract time.

Additional Fees and Taxes:

All cleaning fees, arrival dinner and wine, first breakfast items, tourist tax, TVA, heat, light and other utilities, etc. are included in the all-inclusive rental rate.

Sorry this information is not available. Please contact the owner/manager for more information.