Magnificent Provencal farmhouse surrounded by lavender & olive trees

Magnificent , private restored farmhouse with swimming pool & acres of unspoiled farmland with olive trees, lavender fields and incredible views over the Luberon Valley and nearby village of Murs.

“Mas de Roque Jeanne” is a magnificently restored authentic French farmhouse on 25 acres boasting lavender fields, olive trees and truffle oaks in the heart of the Luberon National Park only 7 kms from Gordes and 40 kms from Avignon. The Farmhouse, once a sheep farm, is surrounded by thousands of acres of oak forest with exceptional views over the Luberon Valley. As you drive up the lane, through the typically Provençal garrigue woodland dense with wild oak and olive trees, to the property you will be amazed to discover sweeping views and welcoming majestic oak trees giving shade at the rear of the farmhouse.

Built and restored in local stone on two levels, the Farmhouse, a private home in the off season, is fully furnished and tastefully decorated.The terrace and courtyard are accessible from the kitchen, dining room, library and living room and the property is equipped with all modern amenities. As you walk into the entrance foyer you immediately feel at home. The kitchen is a gourmet Chef’s dream with a huge zinc center island, stone counter tops, a battery of utensils for cooking, plenty of high quality plates, glasses, platters and cutlery. A traditional French Lacanche 5 burner gas stove , huge stone sink and dishwasher complete the space. Off the kitchen is a quaint, cool, rear terrace with a round stone table and barbecue area with views above you of the cliffs. There is plenty of cupboard space and a cold pantry to the rear of the kitchen. There are two refrigerators, one with freezer, a microwave, coffee machines, blender, kitchen aid mixer and everything you would need for preparing delicious meals. The laundry room is adjacent to the kitchen with washing machine, dryer and ironing facilities.

The long wooden dining table is great for informal lunches or evening meals and an impressive stone fireplace warms the cozy armchairs and is available for use during the winter months. The authentic provencal ceilings compliment the regional slab Pierre de Bourgogne tile floor throughout.The library and adjoining living room room, complete with double faced glass fireplace and comfortable seating, continue along the ground floor and offer views of the garden, terraces, pool and the nearby village of Murs. All perfect for reading quietly, aperos with friends, listening to music or watching TV. The shady outdoor covered terrace has pretty tables and chairs ideal for evening meals and summer lunches.

Upstairs has three spacious sunny bedrooms, each with its own luxurious bathroom (two bathrooms have both bath tubs and separate walk in showers, along with washbasins). The bedrooms all have spectacular views over the gardens, grounds and valley and are decorated in natural soft colors and fabrics complimenting the original wooden flooring and natural stone walls. The main house consists of three bedrooms, two with queen size beds and a third with a king size bed, all with en suite bathrooms. The fourth bedroom with its own ground floor entrance via the courtyard, also has a queen size bed and en suite shower room and is ideal for anyone who prefers privacy and first floor living.

The private swimming pool is set in teak decking and surrounded by beautifully maintained gardens and olive trees with a sweeping views of the far off village of Murs and the Luberon valley. Comfortable sun loungers and parasol are available for use.

This entire property is completely secluded and private, a haven of peace for those who wish to enjoy a lazy relaxing holiday in the Provence region yet ideally located from all the amazing perched villages with their lively markets and pretty little streets all definitely worth the detour before coming back “home”.