Holiday bastide in Provence with pool & 4 acre grounds

Introduction

Spectacular location, stunning property.

This classical-style Provençal bastide sits amongst 4 acres of its own wine-producing vineyards with far-reaching views over the surrounding, south-facing countryside.

Spread over two floors, the property offers particularly spacious accommodation of the highest quality. The focal point of the villa is the huge, sun-filled living room (100m²) opening out via five sets of French windows to the front terrace and rear terrace and garden.
Tiled floors, high ceiling and fireplace. Wide, flat-screen TV with satellite channels.

Wi-Fi internet throughout.

Separate music room, library and study.

Fully equipped, fitted kitchen with granite work-surfaces and breakfast table. American-style fridge freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and dryer. Leading to dining room and also to rear dining terrace.

4 large bedrooms (two master-suites with king-size doubles), all with ensuite bathrooms, all overlooking the pool and gardens with lovely views.

Beautiful exterior space designed to maximise summer outdoor living. Large, south-facing front terrace and lawned garden with huge 20 x 7m pool with roman steps and shallow 'plage' for toddlers.

Pool-side summerhouse with dining terrace and bathroom (WC, shower and hand basin and solar shower).

Table tennis, pool games and badminton.

4 acres of private (floodlit) grounds includes surrounding vineyards, lavender groves, fruit and olive trees and some lovely walks through the garrigues.

All amenities are in nearby Goudargues (5 min) including shops, restaurants and traditional market. 15 min walk to the lovely River Cèze for swimming, canoeing and fishing.

Large choice of supermarkets and further shops and restaurants in Bagnols-sur-Cèze (15 min). Also here is the Little 'Musée de Peinture Albert André' with one of the most exquisite collections of 20th century art in the South of France, with canvases by Renoir, Picasso and Gauguin and other well-known painters.

Accommodation

Entrance hall with wrought iron and brass banisters

Cloakroom with WC, shower and hand basin

Music room / study / extensive library with piano and desk. Double aspect French windows to terrace and garden
Wi-Fi internet

Living room with five sets of French windows to terrace and garden. Carved wood fireplace, grand piano
Flat-screen TV with satellite channels and DVD. Video and hi-fi

Dining room with dining table and chairs and marble fireplace. Double aspect with double French doors to terrace and garden

Kitchen with granite work-surfaces and granite breakfast table and chairs. Professional Boccus double range oven and hob, American-style fridge freezer, dishwasher, microwave
Door to rear dining terrace

Utility room with American-style fridge freezer and washing machine and dryer

Marble staircase to 1st floor;

Bedroom 1, king-size American double with ensuite WC, bath, Italian marble shower and hand basin

Bedroom 2, king-size American double with ensuite WC, shower and hand basin

Bedroom 3, two singles (or double) with ensuite WC, bath / shower and hand basin

Bedroom 4, double and single bed with ensuite WC, bath / shower and hand basin

EXTERIOR;

4 acres of private grounds including lawn, vineyards, landscape gardens and terraces around the property.

Covered pergola on front terrace room with outdoor salon providing one of many private corners to sample the property's wine

Rear dining terrace with table and chairs

American BBQ

Front terrace with table and chairs

Large lawn with private pool, 20 x 7m. Depth 1 - 1.95m with roman steps and shallow 'plage' for toddlers. Underwater lighting.
Sun terrace with loungers

Pool-side summerhouse with shaded dining terrace, WC, shower and hand basin
Outdoor kitchen
Exterior solar shower and table tennis

Private drive and parking

Map showing: Cornillon

Map & local information

The property is located in the small hillside hamlet of Roman, next to the village of Cornillon, approximately 30 mins west of Orange and just south of the beautiful gorges of the Ardeche.

Auberge restaurant in neighbouring St Gely (2 min drive or 25 min walk).

All amenities are in nearby Goudargues (5 min) including shops, restaurants and traditional market. 15 min walk to the lovely River Cèze for swimming, canoeing and fishing.

Large choice of supermarkets and further shops and restaurants in Bagnols-sur-Cèze (15 min). Also here is the little 'Musée de Peinture Albert André' with one of the most exquisite collections of 20th century art in the South of France, with canvases by Renoir, Picasso and Gauguin and other well-known painters.

Superb surrounding countryside, a mix of vineyards, sleepy, traditional villages and the rugged 'Gorges de l'Ardèche', which offer excellent hiking and canoeing and the superb spectacle of the Pont d'Arc.

Endless wine-tasting opportunities on every corner.

Discover the Roman towns of Nîmes, Arles, Orange and Avignon. Don't miss the Pont du Gard.

Mediterranean beaches and seafood restaurants in le Grau-du-Roi and Saintes Maries-de-la-Mer within a 1½ hour drive.

International airports Nîmes / Marseille / Montpellier are within 1-1½ hours drive.

Prices & booking

Terms & Conditions

• * Sterling & Dollar rates are provided ONLY as a guide - all rentals are payable in EUROS.
• Prices are for the rental of the entire property above, per week.
• Bookings run from Saturday 4pm to Saturday 10am and include electricity, water, linen and towels including pool towels.
• Includes four hours per week cleaning (not maid service).
• Neither Pure France nor the property owner are liable for any loss or interruption of internet service.
• No smoking in the property.

Client comments

"We returned from our stay in Provence yesterday and I just wanted to thank you both for the first class service you provided. The villa was exceptional, luxurious and perfect in every way - we had a truly wonderful and memorable stay there. M. and Mme. Amsellem were delightful and welcoming - it was a pleasure to meet them."
Glynne family - UK

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Provence holiday country home near Cornillon, Gard in the south of France with private pool and 4 acres of grounds...

'Villa Palmyra'

Provence holiday country home near Cornillon, Gard in the south of France with private pool and 4 acres of grounds.

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