Simiane

The family farmhouse is situated on 83-hectares (200 acres) and can accommodate up to 28 guests with its 8 double bedrooms and 2 children's lofts (with 6 single beds in each).

This magnificent property is located in Haute Provence, just 2km from the village of Simiane la Rotonde between Forcalquier and the Luberon, perched high on a hill surrounded by fields of lavender. Simiane la Rotonde was a prosperous village in the past, and some grand residences and Bastide can still be seen today as this property for rent. For many years, Simiane was the regional capital of lavender and today remains an important production centre.

Outside is a heated swimming pool, fully equipped summer kitchen with BBQ, garden furniture, tennis table, swing, tennis court, bowl game and 6 VTT bikes.

Simiane Villa is a perfect choice for a large group of people, family gathering or otherwise!

Bedroom / Bathroom Description SECOND LEVEL, EAST SIDE

Bedroom 1
2 Single beds (can be converted to a King bed), Air conditioning, En-suite bathroom with toilet and shower

Bedroom 2
2 Single beds (can be converted to a King bed), Air conditioning, En-suite bathroom with shower and toilet

Bedroom 3
2 Single beds (can be converted to a King bed), Air conditioning, Shared bathroom with Bedroom 4

Bedroom 4
2 Single beds (can be converted to a King bed), Air conditioning, Shared bathroom with Bedroom 3

Bedroom 5
Large loft with 6 single beds, Air conditioning, En-suite bathroom

Bedroom 6
Large loft with 6 single beds, Air conditioning, En-suite bathroom

Bedroom 7
2 Single beds (can be converted to a King bed), Air conditioning, Safe, Bathroom with toilet and shower

Bedroom 8
2 Single beds (can be converted to a King bed), Air conditioning, Safe, Bathroom with toilet and shower

Bedroom 9
2 Single beds (can be converted to a King bed), Air conditioning, En-suite bathroom with shower. Wheelchair access is possible

Bedroom 10
2 Single beds (can be converted to a King bed), Air conditioning, En-suite bathroom with shower

Features & Amenities

• Alarm system
• Air conditioning throughout
• Internet access
• Satellite TV
• DVD player
• Library
• Fireplaces
• Central heating
• Kitchen:
  • Microwave
  • Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Professional cooker
• Baby equipment

Outdoor Features

• Pool:
  • 15 m x 7.5 m
  • Fenced
  • Open from April to October but heated at 25°C from June to September
• Covered alfresco dining area
• Tennis court
• 6 VTT bikes
• Automatic gate
• Table tennis
• Swing
• BBQ
• Fenced outside area
• Garage

Staff & Services Included

• 2 Maids
• Cook
• Butler
• Guardian
• Utilities except telephone and laundry
• Arrival dinner
• Morning bakery shopping
• Basic items such as oil, vinegar, salt, pepper, sugar, flour, and also toilet paper, tissue and soap are provided

• Pool heating during low season
• Personal linen cleaning
• Villa pre-stocking
• Car rental
• Airport transfers

Villa Policies

• All rentals run from Saturday to Saturday
• Maximum 28 guests
• Children welcome
• Pets are not allowed
• Non-smoking villa
• Security deposit to be held on credit card authorization by Luxury Retreats
• Check-in: 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
• Check-out: 10:00 am
• Arrivals on Sundays, Holidays, and late at night are generally not possible

Getting There

• Rental car recommended
• Transport available

Additional Information Located an hour away from Aix-en-Provence or Avignon, Simiane-la-Rotonde, the "city of character", is regarded as being one of the loveliest hill-top villages in Haute Provence. Thanks to its high altitude (600-700 m), the village folk are able to enjoy some cool respite from the blazing hot summer sun. It is said the sun shines 300 days a year, a claim that appears to be supported by the installation of telescopes at the Observatory of St. Michel.

Guests generally arrive in Paris at Charles de Gaulle airport (CDG) and transfer to the high speed TGV train headed for Avignon (approx. 2h40m). Once in Avignon, a rental car is suggested to drive to the villa.
Other options include flying into Marseille (MRS) or Nice (NCE) and then renting a car.
There is also a small airport in Avignon that has some flights from London and can also accommodate private jets

Not far is the small village of Banon, which was made famous by its tasty goat cheese delicately wrapped in a dried cedar leaves and tied with a raffia ribbon. There is also a traditional music festival from mid-July to mid-August.