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Provencal farmhouse. Built on the site of Roman Villa, with an arched courtyard.
There are lovely panoramic views of the nearby mountains and the medieval
village of Manas. The atmosphere is restful and friendly and with the shady gardens and extensive
grounds, there is plenty of space to sit quietly, play boules or just sip a
glass of wine in the shade of the lime tree. The calm and beauty of the Drôme Provençale region has recently been
acclaimed in the Sunday Times, where it was voted the second most desirable
holiday destination, the first being Australia - a little more expensive to
reach! Apart from the magnificent scenery, the delightful wines, the delicious
food and the warm welcome from the locals, there are many historic Roman and
medieval sites to visit nearby.
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The 2 Bedroomed
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This attractive independent self catering gite apartment
is well equipped, comfortably furnished and decorated to a high
standard. It has a large sitting/dining room with open fire, TV, Hi-Fi and comfortable sofas and
dining area. The kitchen is well equipped with fridge/freezer, oven and hob, microwave and
dishwasher. Upstairs, there is an attractive master bedroom with four poster bed and a twin bedded
bedroom, bathroom with bath, shower, WC etc., washing machine. The balcony with
table chairs and gas barbeque has fine views towards the mountains.
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Wine lovers can enjoy the famous ‘Route des Vins.’ Châteauneuf de Pape,
Crozes Hermitage and Côtes du Rhône are all local and wine can be bought direct
at exceptional prices.
For walking and cycling enthusiasts, there are many official marked routes
through hills, river gorges and forests, all graded according to experience and
energy levels. We have bikes, which are available to guests free of charge.
Canoeing, kayaking and river rafting on the Ardèche and Drôme rivers are all
within a short drive.
Horseback riding and trekking can be arranged with a nearby stable.
Other pursuits include rock climbing, potholing, flying and skiing, and our
golfing visitors praise the two local excellent eighteen-hole golf courses.
There are several interesting nine-hole courses available too.
For those seeking a more cultural holiday, the region is famous for its
artists, potters and sculptors who open their ateliers to the public.
The local town of Montèlimar is famous for its nougat and offers shopping
along its winding streets and relaxation in its shady boulevard cafes.
Within easy driving distance, you can visit the historic sites of Avignon
with its Papal Palace, Orange’s famous Roman amphitheatre and the aqueduct at
Pont du Gard. However, you might just prefer to wander the lavender fields,
exploring the quiet medieval crusader villages, taking in one or more châteaux
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