QUIET SECURE LOCATION FOR 2, CENTRAL TO POPULAR DESTINATIONS.

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2807 sq ft

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Pet friendly

Outdoor Space

Free WiFi

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Lardiers, Provence-Alpes-Côte-D’Azur

Citadelle de Forcalquier18 min drive
Colorado Provencal33 min drive
Mont Ventoux59 min drive
Marseille (MRS-Marseille - Provence)104 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

The self-catering accommodation consists of a large family room with French doors that open onto a charming private garden. Consisting of a modern well equiped kitchen, dining area with comfortable seating and utility room with washing machine, spin dryer, iron and board. You will find a large video library and also plenty to read .

Television Channels: French TV plus 17, German plus 13, UK plus 50, and many other European channels. FREE WiFi.

The large first floor bedroom with king size bed and luxury en suit bathroom is accessed by a spiral staircase from the family room.

Ideally located, the newly restored lavender barn offers privacy and convenience, just step outside and you are a one-minute walk from the village center and it’s local wine bar & restaurant, also a 4 minute walk from the ancient Chateau.

The village of Lardiers is close to Banon where there is an excellent bookshop, small supermarket, restaurants, a wine bar, cafés, bakery, butchers and weekly market. It is the perfect place to unwind and experience French cafe culture.

This central area of Provence is the perfect location for explorers of medieval hill top villages, for walkers and cyclists who enjoy the beauty of the vast area of the Montagne de Lur. This hidden area in the Alpes de haute Provence is extraordinarily beautiful with many opportunities for day trips. You can sample world-class wines, wander through fields of lavender and sunflowers, shop in open-air markets, and enjoy outdoor activities.

Close by are the towns of Forcalquier, Manosque, Apt and Sisteron with their museums and medieval architecture. From this central Provence location day trips to Avignon, Aix en Provence, Marseille and many other internationally renowned places are within easy reach.

Mike & Rosi purchased the old lavender barn in 2009, which had change very little during it's very long history. Formally owned by the Chateau of Lardiers, where the owners would have brought the lavender from the fields to distil into essence of lavender at the ancient barn, before transporting the oil's to Marseille. Mike & Rosi were able to draw on their years of experience restoring old properties and their former business activities to convert the barn into a domestic accomodation.

Key words: New converted barn, quiet village, local restaurant, central to well known places of interest, private secure garden.

Property manager

Michael Wilson - Chalon

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet friendly

Free WiFi

Outdoor Space

Hot Tub

Kitchen

Washer

Pet friendly

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 22 lbs per pet (limit one pet total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Lardiers

Located in Lardiers, this vacation home is in the mountains. Prieuré Notre-Dame de Salagon and Musée Terre et Temps are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Domaine de Mourchon and Valvital - Montbrun-les-Bains Thermal Baths. Haute-Provence Observatory and La Germanette are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Lardiers, Provence-Alpes-Côte-D’Azur

What's nearby

Citadelle de Forcalquier - 18 min drive
Haute-Provence Observatory - 26 min drive
Colorado Provencal - 33 min drive
Lavender Fields - 49 min drive
Mont Ventoux - 59 min drive

Getting around

La Brillanne-Oraison Station - 30 min drive

Restaurants

Café la Tonnelle - 7 min drive
Bar des Alpes de Provence - 18 min drive
Paella Diva - 12 min drive
Café de France - 12 min drive
Les Vins au Vert - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is QUIET SECURE LOCATION FOR 2, CENTRAL TO POPULAR DESTINATIONS. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 22 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at QUIET SECURE LOCATION FOR 2, CENTRAL TO POPULAR DESTINATIONS.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at QUIET SECURE LOCATION FOR 2, CENTRAL TO POPULAR DESTINATIONS.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is QUIET SECURE LOCATION FOR 2, CENTRAL TO POPULAR DESTINATIONS. located?

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from Luberon Regional Park and within 12 mi (20 km) of Regional Natural Park of Baronnies Provençales and Prieuré Notre-Dame de Salagon. Citadelle de Forcalquier and Sauvan Castle are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

James R.

Jan 7, 2017

Great place to relax, very clean and neat, all the comforts that you need, plenty of space.

Mike and Rosi were great hosts, very cheerful and accommodating. They were very helpful with directions to the area, and very good with places to see and things to do in the region. They did a fantastic job converting a barn into a very comfortably living area.The village has some old world charm. While the homes were old they were in very good shape. The village was quiet and restful. If you are looking to get away from the crowds this is a good place to go. We went during the winter holidays and the unit was warm and relaxing, good to unwind. Many street markets in the area. We did not have any issues or problems with our time there. It went very smoothly.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Dorka H.

Sep 7, 2016

Pretty, lovely place and lovely people

We really enjoyed our stay in the La Grange de la Lavande. It was clean, lovely furnished and it´s located in the heart of Provance, with many of lavender fields and old villages. :) Rosi and Mike were very helpful, they gave us many tipps about beautiful places to visit, such as the amazing lake, La Perle du Verdon. The La Grange de la Lavande is a perfect accommodation for a perfect Provance-trip. :) I can only recommend it!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Pat S., Littleton, Colorado

Jun 26, 2016

Lardiers offered everything promised.

Lardiers is a very small village near nothing. The nearest town is 15 KM away, o everything must be done by car. That said, the renovated barn was very nice. The only problem was that there is no WC downstairs and the spiral staircase was difficult for my aged knees. Mike and Rosie are very charming and very helpful; Mike gave us a list of nearby attractions and road trips that allowed us to explore and enjoy Provence. I would recommend this property very highly to people who enjoy exploring by car, or just relaxing in the village and preparing one's own meals. Markets are available in nearby town that provide many local products, so cooking and eating can be a real pleasure.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

May 23, 2014

Superb

Our time in Lardiers was superb. We enjoyed immensely our stay with Rosie and Michael. Ther were very hospitable in enhancing our time with suggestions for various trips and markets in the area. The accommodations were tastefully appointed, clea, and user friendly. Kitchen was delightful and internet access was consistently available. We recommend highly.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mar 11, 2014

WE RECOMMEND THIS ACCOMMODATION TO ALL OUR FRIENDS.

We stayed at La Grange de la Lavande in the first two weeks of Oct 2013. We enjoyed Mike & Rosi’s hospitality and their great information about the surrounding areas in Provence. Everything is as pictured and the area is beautiful. The accommodations were as described and comfortable. Our friends asked us about where we stayed and we recommended La Grange de La Lavande to all. We hope to return someday.

About the host

Hosted by Michael Wilson - Chalon

Mike & Rosi purchased the old lavender barn in 2009, which had change very little during it's very long history. Formally owned by the Chateau of Lardiers, where the owners would have brought the lavender from their fields to distil into essence of lavender at the old barn, before transporting the oil's to Marseille. Mike & Rosi were able to draw on their years of experience restoring old properties and their former business activities.

Why they chose this property

We chose an undeveloped ancient barn, thus giving us the opportunity to design and create a home to our taste, whilst providing a separate accommodation to generate further income.

What makes this property unique

The development potential for the property: Enabling them to maintain as many of the barn’s original features whilst providing a modern comfortable accommodation.

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