Magnificent, spacious 17th C. village house with private pool — Property 10031

Magnificent, spacious 17th C. village house with private pool

As you step inside this 400 year-old 'maison de maitre' onto the flagstone floors, 'La Maison du Faiencier' exudes a sense of history. From the vaulted hall you enter a stylish living/dining room, separated by an archway from the exceptionally well-equipped kitchen. Both, look on to and have access to a charming courtyard (ideal outdoor eating area) which leads into the 350 m2 walled garden. There you can sit under the shade of the vines and fruit trees or take a dip in the pool (7mx3m). Throughout the house the emphases is on quality and luxury with all the original features having been carefully restored. Each bedroom is light and airy, tastefully decorated with original materials, and with its own private bathroom. Rooms can be made up with large single or super-king-sized double beds. The house is situated on the main square, right in the heart of a small but active village. Across the square, you'll find the local, (very ‘French’) boulangerie, boucherie, cafe and restaurant.

Location Varages, near Barjols Salernes < Haut-Var - Verdon < Var < Cote d'Azur - Provence < France

Varages, near Barjols Salernes < Haut-Var - Verdon < Var < Cote d'Azur - Provence < France

 marks the location of this property in Salernes

Availability for the house in Salernes, Var, Cote d'Azur - Provence, France

Last updated on:

Tuesday, 26 August 2008

Changeover day:

Saturday

Normal availability

All year

Rental rates for the house in Salernes, Var, Cote d'Azur - Provence, France

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Notes to the rental rates

• Bed linen is included in the rental rate.
  House towel sets (comprising of a bath, hand and face cloth) are offered at 10 euros per person, per set, per week.
  The cost of the gas central heating (when used, for example during winter rentals) is in addition to the rental charge.
  A Security Deposit of 1000 euros is due for payment 12 weeks before arrival and is repaid (subject to the Terms and Conditions of 'La Maison du Faiencier') no later than four weeks after the end of the rental.
  
• Please note that low season (January to March and end-October to December) and Christmas/New Year prices do not include the cost of electricity. These will be charged to the client separately.
  

Accommodation and Facilities for the house in Salernes, Var, Cote d'Azur - Provence, France

Local Activities

This is an excellent place for walking, given its proximity to the Gorge du Verdon and its lesser known lower gorges and lakes. Panoramic views in abundance. Lavender plains also near-by, which are so worth seeing when in full flower June/July. Local markets can be experienced each day of the week and there are plenty of delightful medieval, hill-top villages to explore. Local beaches and swimming at the near-by lakes. Mediterranean coast is 1 hour's drive away.

Local Food & Wine

A restaurant serving traditional French cuisine is right on the 'doorstep' in Varages and several good, inexpensive restaurants can be found in Barjols, just 10-minutes drive way. For the more exclusive menu, a drive to some of the exquisite local hill-top villages is to be recommended with views and sunsets to accompany the meal. Local domaines abound, where you can sample the Provence wines.

All Year Round Holiday Place

With the locals boasting '300 days of sun a year', La Maison du Faiencier is a special place to come any time of the year. Home, in the past, to Masters of earthenware and porcelain (faience), you'll be experiencing a piece of history in comfortable luxury surroundings, with all the amenities on your doorstep. And there is the added bonus that this little bit of Provence, though exceptionally beautiful, is largely 'undiscovered'. Please note that in mid and low seasons, individual rooms at La Maison du Faiencier can be booked on a bed & breakfast basis (65 € per night, per room for 2, incl. breakfast).