Apartment St Zita
General Description
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What a great blend of old and new - a revamped three bedroom, two bathroom split-level, modern air-conditioned apartment with a traditional Provencal style exterior. And the view out is as good as the views within because it has an outstanding panorama of an ancient hilltop village with the Luberon’s craggy mountains as a backdrop.
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The apartment is in the middle of Maubec which is an ideal gateway through which to explore one of the most mesmerising areas of southern France. For year’s writers, artists’ poets and film directors have found inspiration here, so if you paint or enjoy photography you won’t be disappointed!
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Decorated for stylish comfort, it has an enviable private rooftop terrace ‘with 360 degree’ views. Not only great for barbecues and outside dining but also, of course, sunbathing under those deep blue skies. And it’s incredibly convenient as within a few minutes walk you can buy morning croissants, French bread and necessary provisions, take a coffee or beer with the locals, play tennis, walk in stunning scenery, go to a restaurant-and without having to use your car.
The Local Area
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Maubec is a quiet village at the foot of the Luberon Mountains, with its own baker, village shop, restaurant, bar and post office. It has been mentioned in the history books since the 12th Century and is a stunning old village with mountain scenery, olive groves, cherry trees and vineyards, which make it a paradise waiting to be discovered.
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Activities available locally in the village include tennis courts, walking and biking trails.
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A short drive will bring you to the Provence country club for golf. A public swimming pool can be found both in Cavaillon and Isle sur le Sorgue both a 15 minute drive away. The Mediterranean coast is no further than an hour’s drive either towards Marseille or the Carmargue. The hilltop villages made famous by the Peter Mayle book ‘ A Year in Provence’ are here including Menerbes, Bonnieux, Lacoste which are all without exception a photographer‘s dream. For history lovers Avignon and Aix en Provence are a must.
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There is a farmers market less than 2 miles away in Coustellet, and others close by are in Oppede and Isle sur la Sorgue which is also famous throughout France for its antiques market.
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Cavaillon is the nearest large town which is renowned for having the best melons in Europe.
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You’ll find the nearest supermarket in Cavaillon, 7km away.
Facilities
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Living room: Sink into two comfy leather sofas which are placed on one side of the living room area along with a coffee table and flat-screen TV. The smart dining table and chairs are positioned opposite. The room is flooded with light and enjoys stunning views and is decorated in up to the minute style. It also benefits from air conditioning.
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Kitchen: Practical and functional, well-equipped with cooking utensils, dish-washer, oven and washing machine.
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Bedrooms: Two bedrooms have a double-bed and one is twin-bedded, all with wardrobe space and air-conditioning. There is a mezzanine which has a sofa bed.
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Bathroom: The two bathrooms are both fitted with shower, sink and toilet. There is also a separate toilet.
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Outside: The roof terrace is large enough to accommodate a table for six, sun loungers and a barbecue.
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Internet: Sorry, no, but there is an internet café in Coustellet 5 minutes drive away.
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Telephone: Sorry - no
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Baby facilities: Sorry, not provided at this property.
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Winter heating: There is a metered charge for electric heating in the Winter.
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Gas, electric & water: Gas is included but electricity is charged at 25cents per kw.
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End-of-stay cleaning: There is a charge of €60, payable locally to the owner.
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Bed & bathroom linen: €15 per pack which includes bed linen, towels and tea towels for one person.
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Damage Deposit: The owner requests a damage deposit of €150, which will be returned at the end of your stay less the cost of any damage and your electricity consumption.
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Changeover day: Is normally Saturday.
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Long weekend stays: Sorry, No.
How To Get There
- By Car – Nearest motorway A6
- By Air – Marseille, Nimes and Avignon International Airports are the nearest
- By Train - The high speed TGV service runs directly from London or Paris to Avignon.
Full directions, etc, will be sent once you make a booking
