Genévrier, Crillon-le-Brave, Ventoux. Sleeps 6

Description

Overview

Perched in the hilltop village of Crillon-le-Brave hidden amongst blooming oleanders and mature trees is this hidden gem of a villa – Genévrier. Widespread views of the valley call you to jump on a bike and head to the traditional market in Caromb, don walking boots for trails along the jagged rocks of the Dentelles de Montmirail and drive to the summit of Mont Ventoux.

This beautifully restored house blends the ancient with the modern with sleek surfaces and stylish decor set against the exposed stone walls and white washed ceiling beams. You have all the up-to-date luxuries and appliances you need at Genévrier to make your stay comfortable whilst staying in a traditional setting.

Interior

Bright and stylish with a dose of originality and a kitchen made for socializing, self-catering has never been so appealing. A steep narrow staircase leads you up to bedrooms of minimalist décor with splashes of antique walnut furniture while the bathrooms are inventive, cool and contemporary. Genévrier comfortably sleeps 6 guest in 2 double ensuite rooms and 1 twin ensuite and when the kids have had enough sun there is ample space for all to snuggle up together in front of a film.

Exterior

Genévrier demonstrates the marriage of old and new equally well on the exterior as it does indoors. This ancient stone house has been lovingly restored, enlarged and fitted with a fabulous pool with a view to die for. From here, lavender bushes fill your senses till the whiff of sausages off the barbeque take over and lure you up to the covered pergola for lunch. As evening comes, you head round to the front of the house where a small table sits in the dappled sunlight and you sip Pastis with a bowl of garlicy olives.

Notes and Tips for Genévrier :

-Village house with rural views

-2 double ensuite bedrooms (160cm, 160cm beds), 1 twin ensuite bedroom, 1extra WC. All with A/C

-10m x 5m gated pool with alarm –complies with safety regulations

-The housekeeper can bring or make you breakfast, please request

-Security deposit €1000

-Arrival from 4pm. Contact us for a late arrival or baggage drop-off options. Depart by 10am

-There is a €150 fee for the final clean

Crillon-le-Brave Checklist:

-Porte Gérin gate

-Statue of Louis des Balbes de Berton de Crillon

–The Mechanical musical instruments museum

-Notre Dame des Accès Chapel

-Saint Romain Church

-Drive or cycle the beautiful wine route past the Dentelles de Montmirail. Stop off in wine cellars in these villages; Beaumes-de-Venise (12 km) – Vacqueyras (4.7 km) Sablet (4 km) – Séguret (6.7km) – Rasteau (11 km) – Cairanne (12km)…designated driver needed!

-Stunning views can be seen from Suzette also. Drive via Le Barroux or Malaucene…Explore!

-Join the fun at the village fetes and wine festivals. You can find out the dates from the tourist office in Vaison

–Hike, Bike and zip-line on Mont Ventoux -famous for featuring often in the Tour de France. Start from the Malaucene side

-Kids love the Llama farm

-Go canyoning in the Gorges de Nesque

-Admire the Demoiselles Coiffées –Ochre fairy chimneys.

-Visit Le Barroux Castle. Combine it with the Medieval Festival if you are visiting in August

-Wander the streets, Roman ruins and the best Tuesday market in the region in the vibrant town of Vaison-la-Romaine.

–Hiking, cycling and rockclimbing in the Dentelles de Montmirail  couple it with a visit to a wine cellar in Gigondas for an expert tasting (ask for Mathieu)

-Join an intensive wine and cooking course at the Domaine des Dentelles, or even organise your luxury stay there.

– Stock up on black truffles at the Carpentras Friday morning market

–Click here to find more activities to do with kids

Find out more about your local village of Crillon-le-Brave.

Nearest Villages to Genévrier

Gigondas, Ventoux, Provence

Nearest Restaurants

Caromb 

Le Barroux

Carpentras 

Avignon 

How to get there

Train: Avignon (40 mins)

Plane: Avignon (45 mins). Marseille (1:10)

Car: See map

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