8/10 Good
Colin E., Australia
12 July 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A comfortable base in Provence
The property, which is near Gargas rather than Joucas, is
a comfortable base from which to visit many of the well- known hill towns, such as Gordes, Roussillon, Bonnieux, Goult and Saignon. Slightly further afield are the charming towns of Isle- sur- la - Sorgue and Lourmarin. There are well- stocked supermarkets in Apt and Coustellet ( which also has a good small bakery) and weekly markets in many of the nearby towns.
The house has a well- equipped kitchen for those who wish to eat in, and for those who would like to eat out but close by, there is an attractive hotel within walking distance, where dinner is served in a courtyard under the trees. The hotel is called Mas de la Tour, and you must book for dinner by lunchtime.
The splash pool is a welcome retreat in hot weather, and the shady trees in the front garden help to keep the area cool.
The owners are a charming couple, who know the area very well and are happy to advise on places to visit, restaurants, markets and other matters of interest.
