New Provence luxury properties to Just Provence – July 2013

This month’s new additions to the Just Provence portfolio offer a wide choice of properties from the quaint and  romantic Dovecote near Gordes sleeping two to La Pinède a modern villa suitable for a family of ten, within walking distance of Eygalières. We hope you will enjoy looking through this new selection of exclusive rentals in Provence.

The Dovecote, a romantic “cabanon” near Gordes.

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A landmark of the world-renowned perched village of Gordes, The Dovecote is a delightful romantic getaway just for two, set in gorgeous tailored grounds within walking distance of the village. An old “pigeonnier provençal” that was recently restored and refurbished, this unique vacation rental property enjoys splendid views over the Luberon from its exceptional location.

The Dovecote is a perfect place to spend your honeymoon, surrounded by the natural beauty of the olive groves, lavender and rose gardens all around.

Villa Bijou, a colourful family home in Vaucluse.

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Villa Bijou is a recently built villa which offers a large pool and grounds as well as stylish accommodation with air conditioning and brand new furnishings for a family or a small group of friends, in a quiet area of Beaumes-de-Venise, officially one of France’s most beautiful villages.

With 100 m² in the house and another 80 m² in the pool house, there is more than enough room for up to 7 people to live comfortably here. There is even a large two-door garage made available by the owner.  The property is not at all overlooked sits in the midst of  2.6 hectares of olive trees not only ensuring total privacy but surrounding it in an authentic Provençal setting.

La Pinède, a recently built luxury villa for rent in Eygalières.

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A recently constructed villa with underfloor cooling, a heated overflow pool and a spacious, tailored garden, La Pinède is a luxurious retreat within walking distance of the charming village of Eygalières.
Located in a quiet residential area, La Pinède has been carefully  designed and decorated by its owners, with a tasteful blend of traditional Provençal mas  and a recent fully equipped luxury home.
Eygalières is a delightful retreat for relaxing away from the busy world. Located at the foot of the dramatic Alpilles mountains, the village is a perfect pied-à-terre for exploring Provence – just twenty minutes’ drive from the market town of St-Rémy-de-Provence, half an hour from Avignon and Arles, 45 minutes from Aix-en-Provence and an hour from Marseilles and Orange.

La Valentine, a provençal villa with private tennis court overlooking Luberon.

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Just a quick drive away from the delightful village of Lourmarin, this lovely Provençal villa benefits from a very exclusive location that only adds to its charm. The views and the tranquillity of the surroundings contribute to making La Valentine a true haven of peace and serenity.

With its heated 10 x 5m swimming pool and astroturf tennis court, you’ll love being outdoors at any time of year at La Valentine. This exclusive property also offers multiple sitting rooms allowing for relaxation indoors for those long evenings or to avoid the height of the summer’s heat.

Domaine de Sénanque, a recently restored mas for rent near Gordes.

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A singularly beautiful Provençal mas that once belonged to the 12th-century Abbaye de Sénanque, this is a high-standard luxury rental villa enclosed in 30 hectares of private grounds within 5 minutes of Gordes, in a highly exceptional location. The village of Murs, a charming small village and a well-kept secret in the Luberon, is also 5 minutes away.

Enjoying stunning views along the entire valley it dominates, past the Petit Luberon mountain and as far as the Alpilles, this incredible property is an ideal retreat for a group of up to 16 people, which it can comfortably accommodate in its 600 square metres of living area and 8 bedrooms, 6 of which are en-suite, the other 2 sharing a bathroom.

The privacy and the calm surroundings genuinely contribute to the atmosphere of peace and tranquillity, making this property one of our ideal luxury retreats for getting away from it all. Chill out by the beautiful pool or just sit back and relax in the serenity of the indoor spaces.

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Perfect Golf courses for your holidays in Provence Part 3: Bouches du Rhône

The department of the Bouches du Rhône in Provence englobes some of the most important cities of Provence, the  most prominent being  its capital Marseille but also Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, Arles,  Salon-de-Provence, Tarascon or Aix-en-Provence. Making it the most populous area in Provence. It is named after the mouth of the river Rhône who reaches the sea in the Camargue Delta after having gone through Lyon, Avignon and Arles. The Alpilles range borders the department making it a highly sought after  region and therefore host to  a some very interesting golf courses and exclusive vacation rentals.

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Pont Royal Golf and Country Club officially opened in 2002 although the project was completed in 1992. Designed by Seve Ballesteros, the 18 holes, par 72, 6303 m Golf course sits in a 445 acres domain and offers a challenge for players of all levels. The domain also has the Golf de la Durance,  a 6 holes, par 19, 910 m course part of the David Leadbetter academy.
“Golfers enjoy a delightful voyage between sweet-smelling pine trees, gentle hills and the sparkling water that swathes certain greens.”
The domain offers all amenities: shops, restaurants including the renowned “Moulin de Vernegues” closely linked to the creation of the domain, a swimming pool, riding lessons and tennis courts are also available.

Domaine Pont Royal is situated near the perched village of Mallemort and is only a 30 minute drive from the Avignon TGV station, placing it in an ideal location in Provence. Just Provence guests  get a discount of 30% on all green fees on the Pont Royal Golf Course.

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Golf de Servanes: opened in 1989, this 18 holes, par 72, 6161 m  Golf course is ideally situated near Les Baux de Provence in the Alpilles. The golf House is an 18th century oil mill which is host to a restaurant and conference centre. This great location in an original setting places the golfer into a truly authentic Provençal experience.
“You will enjoy taking a rest in the shade of an olive tree next to the cool, tumbling waters of the lakes between two holes.”

Golf Ouest Provence Miramas: this 18 holes, par 71, 5619 m Golf Course prides itself in a family atmosphere from the welcoming staff to the services offered and the prices they practice. The Golf House has a  restaurant and the course itself is very close to Miramas, making it easy for the non-golfing family members to visit the town while you enjoy the round.

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Should you plan on visiting any of these golf courses, you could stay in some of the most popular and exclusive destinations in Provence. Saint-Rémy de Provence, a city  boasting roman sites and a rich artistic heritage that includes Van Gogh and Provençal poet Frédéric Mistral, being the main location. The smaller and highly sought after villages of Eygalières and Lourmarin are also within half an hour’s drive from any of these courses. They offer all the amenities you would want in a typical Provençal village but also high quality vacation rentals in which to stay and experience the  local lifestyle.

You can find more information about these Golf courses on their respective websites :
www.opengolfclub.com/servanes
www.golfpontroyal.com
golfouestprovencemiramas.com

You can read part 1 of this series by clicking here.

Have you ever visited any of these courses? Would you like to comment on them or the locations mentioned in this article? We’d love to hear about your experiences. Please leave a comment or contact me at [email protected]

Dylan

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