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Private Hideaway In Menerbes... A Beautiful Hilltop Village In Provence
| Sleeps | 4 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Space | 790 sq. ft. |
| Property type | apartment |
| Minimum Stay | 4 - 7 nights |
Overview
2-Bedroom, 1 1/2 Bathroom Apartment With Magnificent Views Of The Luberron
This secret hide-away awaits you in a beautifully appointed apartment in Menerbes. The apartment faces the Luberon and has a lovely view of the mountains from the terrace. It’s a place you come, for a week or tow, to relax and leave the cares of the world behind. You can recharge your batteries in this idyllic setting while enjoying all the good things that Provence has to offer.
This 2-bedroom vaulted apartment is ideal for those who want to get a feel for Provencal life. Located in the heart of the village it’s ideally situated to immerse yourself in the daily rhythm of village life. While being centrally located, the apartment also offers a private terrace from which to enjoy the spectacular sunsets of the Luberon.
Whether you’re planning a romantic getaway, a special birthday treat or an anniversary, this apartment fits the bill. And, for those of you who are searching for artistic inspiration, the views from the terrace and veranda won’t disappoint. You can enjoy the view across to the Luberon as well as down to the vineyards below.
This landscape is what you imagine when you day-dream about Provence. There are bountiful vineyards, oak-forrested hills, and beautiful stone Mas to explore.
Visitors who love to hike can spend days walking the national parkland, those who love food can indulge in the local markets and the many restaurants that are sprinkled through out the areas. And historians can enjoy the colorful history that awaits discovery in the hilltop villages that abound in the area.
The property:
2-bedroom apartment with 1 1/2 baths and a large terrace for dining out and enjoying the Provencal weather.
Bedroom 1: Master Bedroom
Queen size bed, 160cm. There is a separate private dressing room, equipped with 4 large shelves, a shoe shelf, 2 large drawers and 2 clothes rails, plus a pant rail. In addition there is a 1/2 bathroom with full size bathtub and sink.
Bedroom 2:
Regular double bed, 140cm. The room is fitted out with two closets, a work space and 'ghost' chair, side tables with lamps and a full length mirror.
Toilet/Shower Room:
Large shower stall with a tropical rain shower head, handbasin and toilet.
Kitchen:
Fully equipped kitchen. Stainless steel units with integrated fridge, a separate freezer and a dishwasher. There is an oven that works by convection and as a microwave oven, too. The stovetop is an induction cooker for fast accurate cooking.
The kitchen also has a high-table with a solid wood surface. It's handy as extra space for preparing food or having a quick bite to eat. There are two stools which you can pull up to the table for a casual lunch or dinner.
The kitchen comes equipped with multiple frying pans, saucepans and casseroles. There is an assortment of pyrex dishes. A caftiere for preparing freshly brewed coffee in the morning and a toaster, too. There is also a Nespresso machine for you to enjoy.
Veranda:
The veranda is a luminous room and enjoys a panoramic view of the Luberon and surrounding vineyards. It has a vintage dining table with four matching vintage chairs.
Living Room:
The living room is a luminous room furnished with a leather sofa and two leather armchairs. It has a flat screen TV, a DVD player and a selection of classic DVDs, a stereo sound system with a selection of CDs and a tape deck with a selection of tapes for a trip down memory lane.
Terrace:
Following an enjoyable day of browsing through farmers' markets you'll return to the apartment to prepare your evening meal, using the fresh ingredients carefully selected at the local markets.
You'll enjoy spending time on the terrace taking in the view of the surrounding Luberon and vineyards below the village.
The terrace is the ideal place to enjoy your evening meal. It's got a traditional table and chairs for you to relax and enjoy.
The apartment is set up with WIFI through out.
And when you want to just sit and relax there is a selection of books available for you to enjoy.
Please note: This apartment is not suitable for children.
About Jackie Ghiara
Jackie and I (Hugo) met and married while living in New York City in 1990. I'm from Cordoba, Argentina and she's from Waterford, Ireland. We moved to Europe in 1998 and we currently live on a small farm in the South East of Ireland.
Jackie Ghiara purchased this apartment in 2013
Why Jackie Ghiara chose Luberon Area
We purchased in this area because of its location, history and charm.
Where I grew up we had a similar climate and I just love spending time in Provence as it feels very familiar to me... but it's a lot easier to travel here a few times a year rather than trekking all the way to Argentina.
Jackie loves it here too, again because of the weather. Living in Ireland we get more than our fair share of rain. So, we look forward to spending time in Provence where we know that the sun will shine most days.
What attracted us to Menerbes was curiosity about Dora Maar, Picassos's companion and muse. He bought a house in Menerbes in 1944 and ended up gifting it to Dora when they separated. She was an artist and photographer and spent the latter part of her life living in Menerbes. Her house is currently an artist and writers retreat.
What we discovered when we visited was that Dora wasn't the only artist who called Menerbes home. The village was also home to artists; Nicolas de Stael, Joe Downing and Jane Eakin, none of whom are still alive... but that fact gives you an idea of how tranquil and beautiful a place Menerbes is.
Another reason for choosing this area is its location. It's very close to Marseille airport (Marignane 50 minutes) and also close to Nice, just a 2 hour drive away.
And, locally the village is well located to visit and enjoy the many hilltop villages such as Oppede Le Vieux, Gordes, Goult, Joucaste, LaCoste, Roussillon.
Menerbes is just a short 20-minute drive to Apt where you can enjoy the weekly Saturday market. And for more general shopping and larger stores we're just 40 minutes from the beautiful city of Avignon.
What makes this apartment unique
The property really captivated us because we both love old buildings and we also value our privacy and this property comes with a lot of history and is also very private.
The apartment is made up of two interconnected caves which we think were originally used for housing animals and later used as the village laundry. The previous owner renovated the caves from a ruined state and turned them into a very comfortable retreat from the world.
In addition what made us fall for this property was the fact that it had a private terrace and great views out onto the Luberon.
In Menerbes, it's very difficult to find a property in the village that also has outdoor space and a view, but we managed to get everything we were looking for all wrapped up in... Les Hirondelles.
When you think of caves you probably think dark and dank. But in Les Hirondelles, this is not the case as there are two large arched openings facing south and so the apartment enjoys full sunlight all day.
Finally, the fact that the apartment is located in the village was another reason that swayed our decision. It's very conveniently located for the grocery store, the post office, the bakery etc.
And, while it's very conveniently situated to everything the fact that the building is built on a hill allows us to have access to all of the village amenities but still have a very private and secluded retreat from the world.
Amenities
Ménerbes Apartment Accommodation and Amenities
- apartment
- Guests provide their own meals
- 790 sq. ft.
- Max. occupancy: 4
- not suitable for children ...
- non smoking only
- Monument View ...
- Village ...
- Away From It All
- Historic
- Romantic
- Hair Dryer
- Heating ...
- Internet ...
- Iron & Board
- Linens Provided
- Living Room
- Parking ...
- Towels Provided
- Washing Machine
- Coffee Maker
- Dishes & Utensils
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Pantry Items
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Toaster
- Dining ...
- Dining Room
- seating for 4 people
- 1 Bathroom
-
Bathroom 2 -
combination tub/shower
,
This bathroom is part of the master bedroom.
Bathroom 1 - toilet , shower , The shower is extra wide with a tropical rain shower head..
- 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4
-
Bedroom 2 -
1 double
,
Double Bed 140cm
Bedroom 1 - Master Bedroom - 1 queen , Queen-size bed 160cm
- Master bedroom with dressing room and private 1/2 bathroom. Queen size bed, 160mm.
- Books ...
- DVD Player ...
- Music Library ...
- Stereo ...
- Television ...
- Balcony ...
- wheelchair inaccessible ...
- restaurants
- ruins
- winery tours
- antiquing
- scenic drives
- shopping
- sight seeing
- walking
- cycling
- hiking
- mountain biking
Reviews
Excellent!
4.7/5 -
(29 traveler reviews)
Perfect place for comfort, view and unique ambience!
We spent 5 days at this beautiful apartment in the heart of Menerbes. The four of us (2 couples) were very comfortable with our separate bedrooms. The expansive view from our private terrace was outstanding and furnished with ample furniture. Plus, the hillside town of Menerbes is a great place to walk, explore and dine.
Great location
Having spent a week with friends at this place I would recommend it if you want to be in the centre of a quaint village in Provence. The views were great and the accommodation was comfortable for the two couples. An easy location to visit the other villages in the area. Restaurants were also nice in the village.
Stunning comfortable apartment - A great base to explore the Luberon.
This apartment is a delight and looks exactly as the pictures on the Homeaway site.
We are very particular when choosing accommodation and were very happy with our choice this cute apartment. The apartment was lovely and clean which I noted straight away. The bedding was comfortable, the kitchen was well equipped and it had all the amenities for making our stay comfortable. The location of this apartment is perfect for a stay in the Luberon as it is central to all other villages and places of interest.
The restaurants are great and we spent many nights during our 8 days at the local favourite Le 5 Bistro (divine views at sunset). My memories will be of the fresh croissants that we collected early every morning from the bakery right below. (I could tell by the smell wafting up that they were ready)
We will be back next year when we come back for our daughters wedding and hope to be able to stay here again.
My only disappointment was that the deck was so hot in the afternoon we could not enjoy an evening drink out there in the hot sun. (It was an extremely hot week for May!)
Thank you Jackie for a memorable stay.
Lovely little apartment. Had everything we needed. The view is stunning!
Well kept. Lots of character with the stone walls etc. Bright and airy. Both bedrooms are large. V comfortable. We had 2 weeks of sunny weather so the view everyday was wonderful! So many great restaurants to choose from either in Menerbes or surrounds.
Quiet, private apartment with a great view of mountain village and countryside
Menerbe is tucked away in the Luberon countryside, a beautiful village less heavily trafficked by tourists than other towns partly because it's a bit hard to find. You need a small scale map to find it listed and there are few signs to it until you're almost there. The area is quite peaceful with vineyards and Provence style houses everywhere. The apartment is well furnished and the glass front, including a large terrace, looks out over the valley below. From the terrace you also get a nice view of the village off to the right, with some facades lit up at night; the terrace faces west so you also have a nice view of sunsets. We enjoyed staying in the village, taking walks and visiting one night the Cafe Progres, where the locals hang out and welcomed us warmly. Had a nice chat in English about movies and politics with Daniel, who if you meet please say hi for us.
Exceptional - Unique - Beautiful
We had a wonderful one week stay at 'Les Hirondelles'. The contact and support in advance by the owners was great. Krissy, the nice property manager, was waiting for us and gave us all the helpful advices about the apartment. You'll feel instantly like 'home'! The photos on the internet are beautiful - reality is ever better! Clean, very beautiful designed and tastefully decorated. For me as an interior designer an outstanding achievement. There is nothing what you would miss. ...and the terrace with the view over the Lubéron is great.
Ménerbes is probably the most beautiful village in the region - quiet, authentic, not overcrowded like Gordes, Roussillon, etc., but with all the amenities you won't miss. Especially the Restaurant 'Les Saveurs Gourmandes', the épicerie and the boulangerie next to the apartment.
It is simply recommended. The holiday remains best remembered. We would love to come back!
And thank you for the Rosé, Jackie!
Martin + Peggy
Map
Hilltop Villages nearby:
Goult: Perched on a hill with a solitary road to the peak. Near the end of the road is a 12th-century castle, the Chateau de Goult and a windmill. Be sure to make time for lunch or a drink at Café de la Post in Goult.
Oppede le Vieux: The old village built on a rocky hill has narrow streets and is mostly deserted. There is a church and a castle at the top of the hill. The view from the top is worth the climb.
Bonnieux: Dating back to Roman times, it rests on top of the Luberon hills casting a watchful gaze across the rest of the valley. Again, the view from the top of the village is well worth the trudge up the hill.
Lacoste: A picturesque hilltop village overlooking the village of Bonnieux on one side and the Grand Luberon Mountains to the east, and flanked by Mont Ventoux to the north, and the Petit Luberon to the south. It's where you'll find the castle that belonged to the Marquis de Sade.
Gordes: This is an imposing hilltop village in a beautiful setting. However, it can be very windy.
Rousillon: This hilltop village is famous for its ochre and the colors in the rocks will just blow you away. Lots of art available in this village.
Provencal Markets:
Monday: Goult in the afternoon
Tuesday: Gordes and Lacoste
Wednesday: Merindol
Thursday: Menerbes - you'll only have to walk out your door to enjoy this market.
Friday: Bonnieux
Saturday: Apt - can be crowded, so get there early.
Sunday: Coustellet - this is the best produce market in the area.
Antique Markets:
Ilse Sur La Sorgue
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Rates & Availability
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Additional information about rental rates
Typically, I do not charge a damage deposit when a couple rent. However, when three or four people rent. I charge a refundable damage deposit of €500. The deposit is returned after the apartment has been cleaned and everything is in order.
Manager's Cancellation Policy
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