Picture this - a family vacation to Provence in the south of France, staying in a premium villa complete with private pool and lots of outdoor space to play games in the garden and to relax on a terrace on the outskirts of a quintessential French village. Spend the days as you wish - get a cook or a chef to come in and prepare meals for you or enjoy shopping in the local markets and cooking up a storm while your kids are engaged in a fun French lesson with a local or playing a game of petanque - this regions favorite ball game. Discover the beautiful hilltop villages in the area such as Gordes, Menerbes and Bonnieux and you will soon realize why many of them have earned the accolade of being one of the "prettiest villages of France". Choose to be as active or as sedate as you wish - from canoeing down the gentle Sorgue river, to exploring the medieval towns and villages in the company of a local guide, to hiking along the network of walking trails, to accompanying a chef to market and partaking in a hands on cooking demonstration, or enjoying an interactive visit of an ochre studio where you see how natural paint is made. You can layer on as many services as you wish during your villa stay such as babysitting, or a maid or cook services to let you have your ideal family vacation. This corner of France is a perfect family destination with everything you could possibly wish to do - so what are you waiting for?!

This pleasant little village of Maubec is peacefully situated at the foot of the Luberon mountain, not far from Cavaillon. Surrounded by the magnificent natural environment of the Parc Naturel Régional du Luberon, Maubec offers superb walks in the tranquil countryside. In the streets of the old village, you will discover the "Tour de l'Horloge du Beffroi", beautiful old houses and lovely old doorways delicately faded over time. Maubec is also an important grape-growing region known for the production of the "AOC Côtes du Luberon" wines, "eaux de vie" and oil from grape pips. The Sunday morning market is also well worth visiting.

You will be transferred from Avignon to Maubec today by private vehicle. 

Upon arrival at your villa, you will be shown around the property by our local Representative who will make sure that you are comfortable knowing how everything works, be given friendly advice on where you may like to dine locally and a contact number in case you need to call them throughout your villa stay.

Unpack and settle into your home away from home.  Wander down to the local grocery store in the village for some supplies and sit back and relax in the peaceful garden of your villa. No doubt the pool will be inviting and offer the perfect antidote to your earlier travels today.

Forget about cooking this evening and consider having a chef come to your villa and prepare a wonderful meal for you tonight. Provencal cuisine incorporates many of the wonderful vegetables, herbs and spices from the area to provide many wonderful dishes. Why not start your journey of discovering the tastes of Provence with the chef's offerings this evening...

The five bedroom Villa maison de Treille is a charming property, situated in the small village of Maubec in the Luberon, close to the many delightful hill villages and activities which this area offers. There is a small food shop in Maubec, and more in nearby Coustellet. The villages of Oppède-le-Vieux, Gordes, Ménerbes and Bonnieux are all within a 15 minute drive. Although a village house, it is hidden from view behind a stone wall, and accessed by electric security gates. Within the walled garden is a 9 x 5m covered swimming pool, which can heated on request, with pool house, and beyond this a lovely covered terrace from which the views to the Luberon mountain range can be enjoyed. The building is divided into two parts; the main part comprising the living area, tastefully decorated with antique furniture, and equipped with satellite TV, and two bedrooms. The second part, houses the other three bedrooms and a typical provençal living room, opening to a covered terrace. There is air-conditioning in the bedrooms, and the property also has internet access.

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The layout of the main villa is as follows: The ground floor has a living/dining room, a very well equipped kitchen with dishwasher, microwave and a washing machine. On the first floor, there is a double bedroom with ceiling fan, dressing room and en-suite shower room with basin and separate WC. The second double bedroom has an en-suite shower room with basin and separate WC and views of the pretty garden.

In the Annex of the villa, on the ground floor, there is a double bedroom with ceiling fan, en-suite shower room with basin and separate WC and views of the garden. This bedroom can also be accessed independently from the terrace. There is a Provençal living room, which also opens to terrace. The first floor has a double bedroom with ceiling fan, dressing room and view of the garden. A shower room has a double basin and separate WC. Another double bedroom with ceiling fan, en-suite shower room with double basin and separate WC is also on this floor.

Consider spending the day on a private tour of the hilltop villages of the Luberon - a magical part of Provence. Hilltop villages perch over the valleys below, narrow winding roads cut through corn fields, olive groves and vineyards, and large farmhouses in the local stone lie dotted throughout the landscape.  This is truly a painters paradise!  Spend the day discovering some of the most beautiful hilltop villages in the area including Menerbes, Bonnieux and Lacoste. Menerbes was made famous by Peter Mayle's book - A Year in Provence. The Dolmen de la Pichouno (unique to the Vaucluse) shows that Ménerbes has been inhabited since prehistoric times. Archeological excavations have uncovered the remains of villas and an ancient cemetery dating back to Roman times. The village is the perfect place to take a morning stroll through. Admire the buildings all made from the local stone.  Next on the list is Bonnieux. Built on a plateau above the valley, Bonnieux is one of the finest villages in the area. The houses spread out on the hill-side form a striking harmony of earth-toned colors and shapes. After having climbed 86 stone steps to the "Vieille Eglise" (old church) and the old cedar trees you will discover a beautiful view of the Monts du Vaucluse, and the villages of Gordes and Roussillon. Throughout the day you may well spot some "bories" - little round huts built in stone that were at one time used by shepherds or hunters in the area. The medieval village of Lacoste is very picturesque and retains the ruins of the Chateau de Sade - the Marquis de Sade's castle. Stop off along the way to visit a local artists studios such as an animal sculptor and a potter and learn about the artisanal side of Provence.

In the afternoon, enjoy some time on your own to relax.

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The villa Maison de la Treille is located 2km outside of Oppède-le-Vieux 4km from Coustellet and 6km away from Cavaillon. The well-known hilltop villages are close by - Gordes (8 kms away), Ménerbes (8 kms) and Bonnieux (10 kms away).

A possibility today would be to discover the hilltop villages of Gordes and Roussillon in the company of your private driver and local guide. The village of Gordes stands on the edge of the plateau of Vaucluse. Its houses of white and gray stone rise up in a spiral around the rock where the village is set. At the very top is the church and the castle which face out onto the hills of the Luberon. Due to its privileged position, its exceptional charm and its typical architecture, Gordes has been listed as "one of the most beautiful villages of France". Just a few kilometres outside of town lies the magnificent Senaque abbey. Cistercian monks still live there producing honey, lavender essence, and liqueurs. The whole twelfth century edifice is open for visits and depending on the time of your visit, you may have the chance to hear some Gregorian chants by the monks at vespers. From here, you could continue on one of the most impressive villages in France - Roussillon.  Situated in the heart of one of the biggest ochre deposits in the world, Roussillon is famous for its magnificent red cliffs and ochre quarries. The red, yellow and brown shades of the earth form a striking contrast with the lush green pine trees. Taking the time to stroll around the picturesque maze of streets and squares in the company of your local guide would be recommended before enjoying a  visit of the "Conservatoire des Ocres et des Pigments Appliqués", situated in an old ochre factory. Here you will see the different stages that go into making ochre suitable for painting.

Enjoy lunch in one of the hilltop villages you visit today - there are lots of great, local restaurants to choose from.

Spend time back at the villa this afternoon lounging poolside, reading a book or perhaps playing petanque (similar to bacci) - one of the local's favorite pastimes!

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A weekly maid service of 9 hours is included in your villa rental.

The following addtional services can be added to your villa stay depending on your needs; Chef, Cook, Cooking lesson, Babysitter, Maid. Please speak to your Sales Advisor if you would like ot add any of these services to yoru villa stay.

To get the most out of your stay in Provence, why not spend a couple of hours with an engaging local to learn or improve your French?!  Spend the morning in the garden under the shade of an umbrella perfecting your francais.

Petanque is one of the regions inhabitants' favourite pastimes. You will undoubtedly see a petanque court in most villages and towns you pass through during your time in the area.  In principle, the game is remarkably simple - each player throws a heavy ball towards a small ball which is the target and the one landing closest to the small ball wins. Why not learn the secrets (or simply have a blast trying) perfecting your swing under the direction of a friendly local?

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The Luberon region offers a plethora of activities to choose from.  Consider spending part of the day or the full day walking along a walking trail to immerse yourself in the countryside and breathe in the wonderful smells.  Both Aix en Provence and the coast are is a mere hour by car and are just waiting to be explored.  Please speak to your Sales Advisor if you are interested in any of these options for today (or any other day of your trip).

Avail of a babysitting service for the kids this evening and head out for a romantic dinner for two to one of the local restaurants in the area.  Reservations can be made on request.

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Conside spending the morning at a local market in the company of a local cook selecting some prime produce which you can return with to your villa and be privy to a hands on cooking demonstration.  Learn about some of the Provencal ways of cooking as you help prepare various dishes which you will then get to sample over a leisurely lunch.

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Before your departure, a local Representative will stop by to do a walk through the property with you and bid you farewell.

A security deposit of 2,200euros is required for a week long rental at this property. This is not included in your trip price.

Why not think of experiencing the beautiful area along the river Sorgue as you canoe downstream towards Isle sur la Sorge today? The river trip is 8km in length and should take about 2 hours.  The flow of the water is very gentle so is perfect for people of all abilities and ages.  Isle sur la Sorgue - France's version of Venice, is a picturesque town which is surrounded by water on all sides and has a long pedestrianzed street with lots of great little boutiques to explore.  Walking along the canals you will notice how they run between the narrow ancient streets. There are little bridges to cross and great wheels to look at with mossy blades turning in the river. There are many restaurants overlooking the water and the town is usually a blaze of color during the summer months with window boxes and wine barrels of flowers scattered throughout the town.  Antique lovers and art collectors will be gratified by the nearly 300 permanent antique dealers and second hand shops here. A large antique market is held on Thursdays and Sunday mornings during the summer months.

Choose from the many restaurants lined along the canal in Isle sur la Sorgue this afternoon and enjoy people watching between courses!

Consider having a chef come in this evening and cook up your final dinner at the villa tonight.

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You will be transferred from Maubec to Avignon today by private vehicle. 

Depart from International Airport. End of itinerary.

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