The Studio (40m2) for 2 was a Bergerie until the mid-20th century.
Beautifully restored with a stone vaulted ceiling, it overlooks our valley (30 acres) and the olive grove and is within easy walking distance of all amenities. Generous main room (30m2) as well as a well-equipped eat-in kitchen next to the sunny stone patio ( BBQ). Large walk-in Italian-shower room.
Antique and modern furniture.
River with cascades for cool swimming, fishing and exploring.
Architect owner's beautifully restored 18th century Olive Mill faces full south across its own valley, with a river (several waterfalls & natural pools) & 30 acres of hills (ancient woodlands), wildflower, herbs, cherry, plum, fig & apricot trees as well as wild asparagus & truffles. The house, the cottage & the studio each has its own very private pool well away from the others, each in secluded grounds overlooking the valley (the Cottage & Studio pools are heated in spring & autumn). ALL OF THE POOLS HAVE IRON SAFETY FENCES.
The property has 30 acres of hills, ancient woodlands of pines, oak, and laurel, wildflowers (orchids), herbs (thyme, rosemary, mint, lavender, fennel, marjoram), cherries, plums, apricots, figs, and wild asparagus. Olive trees grow by our river (fishing is possible). The Domain is completely private, but within easy walking distance of the village. The Mill has been restored to provide three completely self-contained dwellings, each with its own private pool set well away from the others.
The extensive gardens, the hills and our private valley are perfect for exploring - the river just below our olive grove helps  make the Olive Mill an unforgettable and unique holiday. . There are a series of shallow pools in between the cascades which you can explore.
THE STUDIO (40m2) is a restoration of the southernmost part of the 18th century olive mill, with direct access to the grounds overlooking our valley and the hills beyond. It is completely private.
*The Main Room is 30 meters square, with an impressive stone vaulted ceiling . It is very comfortably furnished with good quality modern and period furniture, cd player, dvd and tv. Sleeping accommodation is provided for two (large double bed: 1m60 wide).
* An infant's cot can be provided, with high chair, changing table, and toys.
* The separate Kitchen is south-east facing, with a dining area (table with 2 stools). It is fully-equipped with small refrigerator, electric hob, small oven, electrical appliances (kettle, toaster, coffee maker), and good quality china, glasses, and cutlery.
* The Shower Room faces south, with large walk-in Italian shower, basin, water closet. Washing machine, ironing board and iron.
* The Grounds immediately surrounding the studio have been landscaped to provide a grassy terrace with dining furniture and wonderful views across the valley.
*The private and secluded pool (in-ground, reinforced concrete, 5.5m diameter) is to the west of the studio, secluded and surrounded by oaks, pine, ash, fig, and cherry trees. It has outstanding views which extend for miles.
Kitchen herbs (rosemary, thyme, fennel, and mint) grow abundantly and there are mature fig trees for shade and fruit. Wild asparagus is plentiful in spring.
The studio has its own access road.

Things to do

Some suggestions among many

*       Explore the hills and valley of our property - the olive grove, the herbs and wild flowers, the river, the waterfalls.
*       Go fishing, paddling, swimming in the river
*        Try to find gold in our river - it won't make you a fortune but it's fun to find a grain or two (we did)!
* Choose from an endless number of walks in the unspoiled countryside all around, starting from your doorstep.
* Go to the local markets and rediscover what food used to taste like.
* Long, lazy lunches (and dinners) outside: by the pool or on your private terrace overlooking our valley.
*          Take a canoe ride in the heart of Provence,following the Argens river for 7km                   See
* Lose the extra calories by cycling from hilltop village to hilltop village.
* Antique and bric-a-brac hunting at Salernes, Cotignac, Tourtour.
* Explore Gorges de Verdon - the extraordinary grand canyon (or ride a canoe down it).
* Visit the  castle at Entrecasteaux
* Bump into Princess Caroline at chi-chi St Tropez.
* Learn to paint sunflowers.
* Picnic in the chestnut forests outside lovely Collobrières.
* Drive to the top of Tourtour (cycle if you're mad) and let the Var and the Med take your breath away.
* Marseille, 1 hour away, is France's most exciting city, and home to the world's best bouillabaisse.
* Avignon, 2 hours away, is a fine city still showing its medieval charm with the Pope's Palace.
* Go wine-tasting at the local vineyards .
* Day trips to Monte Carlo, Nice, Cannes, Aix, Hyères (the islands), even Italy.
*       Just read..... and read....... and read.