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In a peaceful situation, surrounded by the vineyards of the Cote de Luberon, Ferme de la Platane has superb views of the chateau of Ansouis, and the Luberon.
The large rambling farmhouse, built in 1782, in the local stone offers three spacious studio apartments, and one with separate bedroom, each accommodating two people. Our aim has been to provide the elusive ingredients we were always hoping to find on our own travels--the character and charm of an old property combined with the comforts of home; good beds, fine cotton bed linen, and stylish bathrooms with plumbing that works. Enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of your own space in an authentic, 200-year-old, Provencal farmhouse; ideal for couples or a group of friends, who want to be together yet have their independence.
A large courtyard faces the chateau and leads into a walled garden, and swimming pool(chlorine free). Built in the style of a traditional old ‘bassin‘, it is edged in local stone and measures 14-by-5 metres. With its lawn and teak sun beds, the garden is peaceful and sheltered; the ideal place to relax and let time slip by. Seating under a spreading oak tree provides cool shade from the summer sun, and wonderful views to the nearby hills. With nearly four hectares of grounds, including our own vines and a boules pitch, there is plenty of space to explore and discover your own favourite corner.
Apartment Descriptions:
All the apartments feature thick stone walls, exposed beams, original Provencal roof tiles, and handmade terra cotta floors. They have their own independent entrance and terrace to provide maximum privacy, as well as use of the courtyard, walled garden with swimming pool and extensive grounds. The apartments are airy and spacious and offer a combined living/bedroom area, with comfortable king-sized beds, which can also be made up as singles. They are decorated and furnished to a high standard and have built-in cupboards and/or antique armoires, sofas, and tables with chairs. The kitchen areas are separated from the living area by a change in level or dividing wall. In traditional Provencal style, they provide a full-sized vitro-ceramic cooking hub, fridge, sink, and combination microwave/mini oven, and are fully-equipped.
La Magnanerie:
An apartment (45 square metres) on two levels, the entrance is via a stone stairway and sheltered West-facing terrace. The upper level has beamed kitchen area and bathroom, decorated in cool shades of blue and white, with a spacious walk-in shower, wash closet, basin, and heated towel rail. Steps lead down to the bedroom/living room. The east-facing roof terrace, overlooking the walled garden and pool also has lovely views towards the Luberon mountains and village.
Sleeps 2 people ~ super king size bed (180x200cm) single beds on request
La Feniere:
Entrance to this apartment (45 square metres) is by stone stairs to a terrace with superb views overlooking the chateau, then vines & the Luberon. The bedroom/living area is on the lower level with windows overlooking the walled garden. Steps to the upper level with kitchen/dining area and windows facing west. Bathroom with white walls tiled in cream aged marble tiles, walk in shower, heated towel rail and wash closet. Sleeps 2 people ~ super king size bed (180x200cm) single beds on request
La Cour:
With its own courtyard garden, La Cour (39 square metres) has a large terrace with pergola facing West and the setting sun. French windows open into the living/bedroom and kitchen area with dividing wall. Lime washed walls in the warm ochre colours of Provence, terra cotta tiles and beams give it a welcoming feel. The large bathroom has a walk in shower, washstand tiled in rose coloured stone, and original roll-top bath. Sleeps 2 people ~ super king size bed (180x200cm) single beds on request
La Petite Maison:
A cottage (60 square metres)with separate first floor bedroom; West facing view across the terra cotta roof tiles to the vines and hills beyond. Furnished with a queen-sized double bed with antique carved headboard, and wardrobe. Downstairs the living room and kitchen have old terra cotta floors and beams, windows facing west and French windows facing south on to main courtyard. The bathroom has a large walk-in shower, basin, wash closet, heated towel rail and antique roll top bath.Sleeps 2 people ~ queen size bed (160x200cm)
Surroundings:
Ferme de la Platane is just under a kilometre (or a 15 minute walk through the vines) from Ansouis, a beautiful Provencal village with a superb medieval chateau and church with narrow cobbled streets. (It has received "Un des plus beaux villages de France" award). There is a boulangerie, cafe, newsagent and excellent restaurant.
Lourmarin, one of the liveliest villages in the Luberon, is five minutes away, with its numerous restaurants, bars and the popular Friday market. This beautiful village also has a renaissance chateau where concerts are held throughout the year.
Aix en Provence (25 minutes), Avignon (one hour), the Calanques of Cassis (50 minutes) and the Cote d’Azur (two hours) are all within easy reach.
As owners we have spent the last 25 years living in Europe, three in Provence and speak English and French. We now live here, although our house is quite independent and private from the apartments, and are on-hand should you need any assistance.
What to do:
Be as lazy or active as you like; restaurants that offer everything from Michelin-starred gastronomic menus to a simple plat du jour. Every day is market day in Provence. Visit some of the many excellent wine-producing chateaux in the Luberon. Wonderful walks and cycling, but also golf and horse riding. Isle sur la Sorgue is one of the largest centres for antiques in France and only 45 minutes away. Opera, theatre and music at the festivals of Aix, Avignon and Roque d’Antheron |
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